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The United States and Conflict in the Middle East - JWST2111
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Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
 
 
School:  School of History and Philosophy
 
 
Course Outline: See below
 
 
Campus: Kensington Campus
 
 
Career: Undergraduate
 
 
Units of Credit: 6
 
 
EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
 
 
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 3
 
 
Enrolment Requirements:
 
 
Prerequisite: 36 units of credit
 
 
Equivalent: HIST2511
 
 
Fee Band: 1 (more info)
 
 
Further Information: See Class Timetable
 
 

Description

Explores shifting American interests and policies in the Middle East - conceived as a broad and diverse region from Algeria to Afghanistan - from the early republic's conflict with 'Barbary' states to the clash with 'Rogue' states after 9/11. The emphasis is on the post-World War II era and major crises such as, among many others, the Arab-Israeli conflict.


Learning Outcomes

This course will enable students to:
  • Critically reflect upon the role of the US in the Middle East and the way that role is presented in the media and popular culture
  • Develop an appreciation of the complexities, sensitivities, and evolving nature of international and intercultural relations
  • Sharpen your communication skills through formal presentation as well as impromptu exchanges
  • Collect and synthesize sources of history and present a coherent argument
  • Better organize, research, and write essays.

Assessment

  • End of session in-class test - 20%
  • Tutorial presentation - 20%
  • Tutorial participation - 20%
  • Essay (3000 words) - 40%

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