Strategic Studies

Undergraduate

An examination of the theories, tools, and concepts that explain conflict and how violence can be used for political ends in the international system. The focus will be primarily on the modern state system, especially on the post-WWII environment. Topics that may be addressed are theories of war, deterrence, arms control, the democratic peace thesis, and proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. (Prerequisite: POLS-1600 or consent of the instructor.)