This course looks at trends in violent conflict in the late 20th and early 21st centuries and asks whether there have been significant changes in the type of violent conflicts. It also explores ways in which development processes and policies themselves impact upon, and often generate violent conflicts.The first decade of the twenty-first century has seen a continuation of the challenges facing many developing countries in terms of addressing violent conflict. Neoliberal globalisation has increased inequality within and between nations, aggravating tensions and causing new outbreaks of violence and armed conflict. Countries such as Afghanistan, Ukraine, Iraq, Somalia, Syria and Nigeria are examples of places where multiple political and economic interests clash, with devastating consequences for millions of people. In the past two decades, foreign interventions have increased significantly on the grounds of protecting civilians. This raises new questions about notions of humanitarianism, human rights, peace-building and their implications for democracy, poverty reduction and development.

Course leader
Dr Laura Hammond and Ms Helena Prez Nio

Target group
Current students, professionals + leisure learners

Course aim
At the end of a course, a student should be able to demonstrate:An understanding of how wars and conflicts affect development processes and vice versaAn understanding of the major contrasting conflict and development theories and how they relate to practice

Credits info
7.5 ECTS Please note that summer courses are not accredited by SOAS.Students are usually able to obtain credits from their home institution and typically our courses receive 3 credits in the US system and 7.5 ECTS in the European system. If you intend to claim credits from your home institution, please check the requirements with them before you enrol. We will be happy to assist you in any way we can, however please be aware that the decision to award credits rests with your home institution.Assessment will be optional and will vary for each course. Participants will be provided with a certificate of attendance and transcripts will be available on request.

Fee info
GBP 1400: TuitionA tuition fee of 1400 will be charged per 3 week programme. This figure does not include accommodation fees.AccommodationA limited number of rooms will be available at International Hall which is located in the heart of Bloomsbury. The cost for 20 nights is 800 (breakfast included) for a single room with shared bathroom*. To reserve a place through SOAS, please tick the relevant box in the application form. *(If you would like a different type of room, please book with International Hall directly)Application feeA one-off, non-refundable application fee of 60 will be charged to cover administration costs. DiscountsAn early bird discount of 10% is available if fees are paid by 31 March 2015.15% discount for SOAS Alumni.20% discount for current SOAS students.Other discounts are available for partner institutions and groups, please contact us for further information.

Scholarships
SOAS, University of London offers a limited number of scholarships for participation in academic courses which are part of sessions 2 and 3 of the SOAS Academic Summer School 2015 programme. These scholarships are in the form of partial fee waivers to cur



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