POL ATLAS2026–27All coursesComparative Politics
POL418H1Winter 2027400-level

Human Security and Intra-state Conflicts in the Global South

Comparative Politics · Development Studies · International Relations · Diversity & Identity

Session
WinterWinter 2027
Weight
0.50.5 credit (half course)
Standing
OfferedListed for 2026–27
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The course

What are the underlying causes of insecurity and instability, and what factors support or undermine attainment of durable peace after episodes of violent conflict in the Global South? This course explores these questions using comparative case studies and theoretical perspectives from political science and other disciplines on the challenges and opportunities of ending conflicts and achieving sustainable peace.
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The particulars

Texts

Library course readings accessed through Quercus

Format & requirements

One two-hour seminar per week. Book Review, a major essay, attendance, and participation

Prerequisites

POL201H1 or POL201Y1 or POL208H1 or POL208Y1 or POL209H5 or POLB80H3 or POLB90H3

Exclusions

POL417Y1

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Reading the code

POLPolitical ScienceDepartment of Political Science
418400-levelYear of study this course sits in
HHalf course0.5 credit (FCE)
1St. GeorgeDowntown Toronto campus
SWinter sessionSecond term, Jan–Apr 2027