CODE 109296 ACADEMIC YEAR 2025/2026 CREDITS 12 cfu anno 1 RELAZIONI INTERNAZIONALI 11935 (LM-52 R) - GENOVA TEACHING LOCATION GENOVA MODULES Questo insegnamento è composto da: SECURITY STUDIES: FROM TERRORISM TO PEACEKEEPING WAR AND PEACE: THE ORIGIN OF A POLITICAL CONCEPT OVERVIEW The aim of the course is twofold. First, we provide a conceptual map to better understand the transformation of contemporary conflicts. Second, weprovide conceptual tools and practical skills for students interested in career opportunities in global affairs. AIMS AND CONTENT LEARNING OUTCOMES The course aims at providing conceptual and practical tools to address "peace and war", from two different perspectives. The first one, more theoretical, concerns both regulatory and descriptive-explanatory strategic reflection about the factors through which we can better understand and prevent conflicts. The second, from a more practical point of view, is focused on peace management and conflict resolution. PREREQUISITES A basic knowledge of International Relations and History of Political Thought can help students, but it is not necessary to properly attend the course. TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD ANDREA CATANZARO Ricevimento: On appointment, generally on Thursday morning (9-11 am) at Albergo Dei Poveri (Dipartimento di Scienze Politiche - Piazzale E. Brignole 3 a, Torre centrale - 4th floor). Otherwise on Teams (channel code: tz7ou3u) To arrange an appointment, please write to this email address: andrea.catanzaro@unige.it. FABRIZIO COTICCHIA Ricevimento: On appointment, generally on Tuesday afternoon at Dipartimento di Scienze Politiche e Internazionali (DISPI) Piazzale E. Brignole 3 a, Torre centrale (4th floor). Or on Teams. EXAMS EXAM DESCRIPTION The exam consists of oral exams for module A and for module B. Attending students will be required to give a short in-class presentation related to a film/documentary related to the topics covered during the module. There will also be an opportunity to present a paper as part of a collective poster session. Presentations will grant supplementary points towards the final grade. ASSESSMENT METHODS The exam will assess the acquired knowledge in the field of security studies, evaluating the students’ skills in addressing specific security issues. The exam allows assessing the student’s knowledge on the concepts of peace and war as well as the capabilities in interpreting different security scenarios and actors.
