OCAF 2200 - African Security and the International System

Today, Africa lies at the centre of new international security interventions, involving a wild range of bilateral, multilateral and non-state actors whose practices, norms, values and interests are shaping African security governance. Yet, those relations are far from unidirectional and African stakeholders are growingly imposing their own perceptions and agendas to external partners.
This course will therefore analyze the positioning of Africa within the contemporary international system, questioning the diversification of security partnerships promoted by African state and non-state actors, as well as the security policies of external powers and multilateral organizations on the continent.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
1. Identifying the main international great powers active in the realm of African security
2. Understanding the challenges faced by multilateralism to deal with African conflict
3. Analyzing international interventionism in African multi-dimensional crises

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
1. Research and analysis
2. Critical thinking
3. Oral and written communication

Niagalé BAGAYOKO

Séminaire

English

- In Class Presence: 2 hours a week / 24 hours a semester
- Online learning activities: 1 hours a week / 12 hours a semester
- Reading and Preparation for Class: 2 hours a week / 24 hours a semester
- Research and Preparation for Group Work: 3 hours a week / 36 hours a semester
- Research and Writing for Individual Assessments: 3 hours a week / 36 hours a semester

Coming soon

Autumn 2023-2024

The evaluation will be based on a paper & presentation (60%), the cartographical test (30%) and participation (10%).
(i) The paper (5 to 6 pages- including annexes and bibliography - structured into a clear and detailed outline) is to be handed in and to be shared to the class on the weekend before the relevant session and be presented to the class through an oral presentation (duration: max. 10 min) with a complete Powerpoint presentation (including maps, charts, diagrams, pictures, videos, etc.) that will focus on the main findings and lessons learned.
(ii) Sessions will need to be prepared through a series of readings. They will serve as a basis to assess participation (10%).
(iii) At the end of the last session, a cartographical test will be organized (30%)