How We Fight II – Modern and "Postmodern" Warfare(essay Topic) • A case study that examines the lessons that could/should have been learned (or were learned) from one conflict situation and applied to another. • • A case study that examines the relevance or validity of a particular theory or concept covered in class in a real world conflict situation. • • A more traditional argumentative essay that makes a case for a clear position in response to either (a) a question with a genuinely contestable yes/no answer or (b) the single most important factor / most responsible actor, etc in a given conflict situation. • While having your essays questions or case studies formally approved is not a requirement, the assessment criteria of the Critical Literature Review do include the design and appropriateness of the question / study. Accordingly, opportunities for one-on-one consultation time with the lecturer/tutor have been built into the timetable (in weeks 5 and 10) to provide additional support to assist you with the design and development of your project. Such consultations may include any and all areas of concern, including the design of case studies / questions and research directions, scoping essay topics to the size of the assignments (ie 2500 words for the essay), reviewing essay outlines, theses and arguments, etc. On completion of this unit students, will be able to: 1. demonstrate an understanding of the key theories and debates concerning the origins of violence and conflict;  2. explain the major approaches to ending violent conflict and building a lasting peace;  3. critically analyse the debates surrounding contemporary conflicts. o Related graduate attribute(s):  1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems  2. UC graduates are global citizens - adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries  3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development The essay should be 2,500 words in length. Both a hard-copy and an electronic copy via the relevant moodle drop box must be submitted. Work submitted after the due date will be subject to the late penalties, as outlined in NOTE 1 below. Students must keep a copy of all work submitted. Essays must be fully and accurately referenced. Students must use APA referencing style, and a complete reference list/bibliography must be provided. For guidelines on APA style please refer to links at the top of the unit moodle page. Each essay will be graded holistically by the extent to which it meets the following assessment criteria: • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the topic • Extent and relevance of research • Critical evaluation of the material • Original and stimulating analysis • Coherence of the argument • Quality of written expression