Unit name | Politics of Rebellion |
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Unit code | POLI30038 |
Credit points | 20 |
Level of study | H/6 |
Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 1 (weeks 1 - 12) |
Unit director | Dr. Rossdale |
Open unit status | Not open |
Pre-requisites |
None |
Co-requisites |
None |
School/department | School of Sociology, Politics and International Studies |
Faculty | Faculty of Social Sciences and Law |
Revolutions and political resistance form the context for many of the major political, economic and social transformations in global history. The events of the past decade have suggested that this is unlikely to change in the future. These multitudinous rebellions, and the social movements that drive them, are a source of hope and progress and yet also frequently sites of violence and failure. This module explores the politics of rebellion. It introduces students to a variety of theoretical and conceptual tools through which we explore why rebellions emerge and how we might account for their successes and failures. Through a series of case studies including historical and ongoing Black liberation struggles in the US, the Indian independence movement, and contemporary movements in South Africa, Hong Kong and globally with Extinction Rebellion, we also consider the ethics, tactics and strategies of rebellion.
Aims:
- To introduce students to central theories and concepts for understanding rebellionOn successful completion of the unit, students will be able to:
The unit will be taught through blended learning methods, including a mix of synchronous and asynchronous teaching activities
1,500 word essay (25%) 3,500 word essay (75%)
Both essays test all learning outcomes