INR 3003 War and Terrorism: Introduction to Strategic Studies

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SYNOPSIS:

Terrorism, the invasion of Iraq and Australian led intervention in East Timor have increased interest in warfare and strategic issues in a variety of rapidly evolving scenarios. The use of force in world politics and the history of modern war have become an integral part of our daily lives. To understand such issues, students need to develop an in depth perspective on the development of strategic studies in the contemporary world. This course, following earlier International Relations courses, will focus on key developments in strategic studies, including land, air and sea power, and the application of these to a range of theories and issues. Terrorism, Peacekeeping, weapons of mass destruction, and international law all play a part in the relationships that shape contemporary warfare. The course is particularly suited to International Relations and History students, and will cover theories from the 17th century to the present.

OBJECTIVES:

On completion of this course students should be able to:

1. recognise, define, and use the essential terminology of strategic studies;
2. discuss, briefly, the main events, places and people responsible for the development of theories of warfare;
3. describe the evolution of joint warfare, twentieth century theories of warfare, and contemporary issues of grand strategy;
4. assess the application of strategic studies to selected case studies; and
5. demonstrate competency in analysis and writing skills in the International Relations discipline.

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TEXT and MATERIALS required to be PURCHASED or accessed:

ALL textbooks and materials are available for purchase from USQ BOOKSHOP (unless otherwise stated). Orders may be placed via secure internet, free fax 1800642453, phone 07 46312742 (within Australia), or mail. Overseas students should fax +61 7 46311743, or phone +61 7 46312742. For costs, further details, and internet ordering, use the 'Textbook Search' facility at http://bookshop.usq.edu.au click 'Semester', then enter your 'Course Code' (no spaces).

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REFERENCE MATERIALS:

Students can also consult recent editions of the following journals: Asian Survey; Australian Defence Force Journal; Australian Journal of International Affairs; Australian Journal of Politics and History; Contemporary Southeast Asia; Current History; Defence Reporter; Foreign Affairs; International Affairs; International Security; Journal of Commonwealth and Comparative Politics; Journal of Imperial and Commonwealth History; The Pacific Review

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Students will be advised of exam dates when the timetable has been finalised.

IMPORTANT ASSESSMENT INFORMATION

1. Attendance requirements:
   There are no attendance requirements for this external course. However, it is the student's responsibility to study all material provided to them or required to be accessed by them to maximise their chance of meeting the objectives of the course and to be informed of course-related activities and administration.
2. Requirements for students to complete each assessment item satisfactorily:
   To complete each of the assessment items satisfactorily, students must obtain at least 50% of the marks available for each assessment item.
3. Penalties for late submission of required work:
   If students submit assignments after the due date without prior approval, then a penalty of 10% of the total marks available for the assignment will apply for each of the first FIVE working days late, after which a zero mark will be given.
4. Requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course:
   To be assured of receiving a passing grade, a student must: (i) submit all of the summative assessment items; and (ii) achieve at least 50% of the available weighted marks for the summative assessment items.
5. Method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade:
   The final grades for students will be assigned on the basis of the weighted aggregate of the marks (or grades) obtained for each of the summative assessment items in the course.
6. Examination information:
   The exam for this course is a RESTRICTED EXAMINATION, and candidates are allowed access to * writing materials (non-electronic and free from material which could give the student an unfair advantage in the examination); * English translation dictionaries (but not technical dictionaries);
7. Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held:
   Any deferred or supplementary examinations for this course will be held during the next examination period.
8. University Regulations:
   Students should read USQ Regulations 5.1 Definitions, 5.6. Assessment, and 5.10 Academic Misconduct for further information and to avoid actions which might contravene University Regulations. These regulations can be found at the URL http://www.usq.edu.au/corporateservices/calendar/part5.htm or in the current USQ Handbook.

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