CRS-32203 credit hours

Models for Conflict Transformation

Conflict Resolution Studies · 3 hrs Lecture

Offered: Winter Only, Every Year

One shot a year. Offered winter term only, so a clash costs a full year.

CRS-3220 prerequisites

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CRS-1200Introduction to Conflict Resolution Studies

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CRS-3221Mediation Skills Workshop

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CRS-1200Introduction to Conflict Resolution Studies

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Taking CRS-3220 is a prerequisite for 10 courses directly.

CRS-3290International Practicum in Conflict Resolution Studies
CRS-3292Directed Readings in Conflict Resolution Studies
CRS-3293Directed Readings in Conflict Resolution Studies
CRS-3298Local/National Practicum (6) in Conflict Resolution Studies
CRS-3299Local/National Practicum (3) in Conflict Resolution Studies
CRS-4200Senior Seminar in Conflict Resolution Studies
CRS-4252Advanced Studies in Mediation Practice
CRS-4293Directed Readings in Conflict Resolution Studies
CRS-4910Conflict and the Construction of the Other
IDS-4910Conflict and the Construction of the Other

Description

This course examines historical and contemporary models for nonviolent conflict transformation. It defines processes such as conflict management, conflict resolution, and conflict transformation. Students explore ways to prevent destructive conflict, the roles of forgiveness and reconciliation in divided societies, and tools to build sustainable peace. Models used to address conflicts include sustainable peacebuilding, human needs theory, transformative mediation, forgiveness, nonviolent social change, public apologies, truth and reconciliation commissions, Indigenous circles, and multi-track diplomacy. This course is closely integrated with and must be taken concurrently with CRS-3221(1.5) Mediation Skills Workshop.

Requisite courses

CRS-1200 or permission of instructor [prerequisite(s)]; CRS-3221 (must be taken previously or at the same time as this course).

Restrictions

Students may not hold credit for this course and CRS-2220 | MSC-2103.

Lecture

From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.