Abstract

The subject proceeds from multidisciplinary foundations and definitions of peace and conflict to examine conflict resolution theory. The subject covers the role of language in communication of interests and conflict prevention; cognitive and practical obstacles to peace making and conflict resolution; and the application of peace-making and peace building principles … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

Peace and conflict: the meaning of these concepts;Conflict resolution: some preliminary assumptions;Language and logic in conflict creation and conflict resolution;Foundations of conflict resolution theory;Ethics and the exceptions to non-violence;Theories of conflict and conflict resolution;The psychology of conflict and conflict resolution;Power, law and conflict;Human needs, conflict and conflict resolution;Communication, language and … For more content click the Read More button below.

Enrolment restrictions

Postgraduate students only