HSTY2652 - Genocide in Historical Perspective

Semester 1, 2012  |  Credit Points: 6

Coordinator: Marco Duranti
Phone: +61 2 9036 9662
Email: marco.duranti@sydney.edu.au

Description

In this unit we aim to come to an historical understanding of genocide in the modern era, that is, in approximately the last 250 years. We do so in a chronological, i.e. historical manner, and thereby seek not only to compare genocides, but determine how they may be related to one another. This unit begins by exploring the concept of genocide and concludes with post-1945 attempts to prevent it, as well as to prosecute its perpetrators under international law.

Assessments

2x1750wd essays (70%) and 1x1hr exam (30%)

Classes

1x2-hr lecture/week, 1x1-hr tutorial/week

Prerequisites

12 junior credit points of History, Ancient History or Asian Studies

Prohibitions

HSTY2052

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