International Interventions and Protection of Civilians

Education facts

Code: 2FK047

This course takes its starting point in the Responsibility to Protect. We trace the origins of the current norm that the international community has a responsibility to protect civilians when governments themselves are unable or unwilling to do so. We cover different forms of international interventions - such as military interventions, peacekeeping, sanctions, and diplomacy - and discuss their potential impact with regards to protecting civilians. Based on theories and empirical research, we analyze both the prospects and challenges for civilian protection through international intervention. The focus is on how various forms of intervention influence the capacity and incentives for actors to target civilians.

Entry requirements

Fulfilment of the requirements for a Bachelor's degree, from an internationally recognised university. Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• International Interventions and Protection of Civilians

  Uppsala University

  Uppsala

  Start date: 25 March 2027

  End date: 2 May 2027

  Pace of study: 100 %