This course introduces you to the notion of security from critical perspectives. Different empirical themes will be selected by the participants to do so. The themes include but are not limited to: war; policing; identity and othering; gender and sexuality; development; health; borders and mobilities; digital, security and surveillance; nationalism and racism; property and extraction; terrorism and asymmetric conflicts; the environment; weapon systems; or, prisons and camps. The final assignment is a substantial self-designed research paper and the development of key research skills. The final assignment builds up on a literature review that is the second assignment of the course and will serve as the basis of an individualized discussion to work on the final assignment.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Identify and discuss key notions and analytical framework in critical security studies;
2. Connect complex analytical frameworks to everyday life events, and evaluate their relevance;
3. Develop and write a research paper;
4. Evaluate and synthesize a complex set of literature.
Professional Skills:
1. Research and analysis;
2. Critical thinking;
3. Investigation;
4. Written communication.