Name | Prof. Dr. Andreas Wenger |
Field | International and Swiss Security Policy |
Address | Schweiz.- u. Int. Sicherheitspol. ETH Zürich, IFW C 48.2 Haldeneggsteig 4 8092 Zürich SWITZERLAND |
Telephone | +41 44 632 59 10 |
Fax | +41 44 632 19 41 |
wenger@sipo.gess.ethz.ch | |
Department | Humanities, Social and Political Sciences |
Relationship | Full Professor |
Number | Title | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
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853-0058-00L | Swiss Foreign and Security Politics Since 1945 Only for Public Policy BA and DAS in Military Sciences. | 4 credits | 2V + 1U | A. Wenger | |
Abstract | This course provides students with an overview of the main features of Swiss foreign and security policy since 1945. The focus is on the emergence and development of security policy strategies and instruments in a historical context. Using primary and secondary source texts as a basis, selected topics are analyzed and discussed in tutorials. | ||||
Learning objective | The participants have a solid overview of the evolution of Swiss foreign and security policy since 1945. | ||||
Content | The first part of the lecture clarifies the term "security" and analyzes the change of its meaning in politics and academia over time. The focus of the second part is on the development of Swiss security policy since 1945. We will look at the different concepts of security policy, which range from "total defense" to "cooperative security". We then will analyze the gap between planning and execution, focusing on the two key developments of security policy, that is foreign policy and armed forces. The tutorials help to deepen the understanding of key aspects of Swiss foreign and security policy-making. We will read and discuss a number of key (primary and secondary) sources. | ||||
Literature | Mandatory reading: Spillman, Kurt R., Andreas Wenger, Christoph Breitenmoser and Marcel Gerber. Schweizer Sicherheitspolitik seit 1945: Zwischen Autonomie und Kooperation. Zürich: Verlag neue Zürcher Zeitung, 2001. The book is out of print, students can access the text in the virtual class room (Moodle). | ||||
Prerequisites / Notice | The lecture is supported by a virtual class room (Moodle). If you have questions concerning the lecture, please contact Niklas Masuhr, niklas.masuhr@sipo.gess.ethz.ch. | ||||
853-0058-01L | Swiss Foreign and Security Politics Since 1945 (without Tutorial) | 2 credits | 2V | A. Wenger | |
Abstract | This course provides students with an overview of the main features of Swiss foreign and security policy since 1945. The focus is on the emergence and development of security policy strategies and instruments in a historical context. | ||||
Learning objective | The participants have a solid overview of the evolution of Swiss foreign and security policy since 1945. | ||||
Content | The first part of the lecture clarifies the term "security" and analyzes the change of its meaning in politics and academia over time. The focus of the second part is on the development of Swiss security policy since 1945. We will look at the different concepts of security policy, which range from "total defense" to cooperative security. We then will analyze the gap between planning and execution, focusing on the two key developments of security policy, that is foreign policy and armed forces. | ||||
Literature | Mandatory reading: Spillman, Kurt R., Andreas Wenger, Christoph Breitenmoser and Marcel Gerber. Schweizer Sicherheitspolitik seit 1945: Zwischen Autonomie und Kooperation. Zürich: Verlag neue Zürcher Zeitung, 2001. The book is out of print, students can access the text in the virtual class room (Moodle). | ||||
Prerequisites / Notice | The lecture is supported by a virtual class room. If you have questions concerning the lecture, please contact Niklas Masuhr, niklas.masuhr@sipo.gess.ethz.ch. | ||||
853-0322-00L | Advanced Course I (Seminar) Only for Public Policy BA | 4 credits | 3S | A. Wenger, M. Mantovani, C. Rüthemann | |
Abstract | In this double-semester course students write an academic text at an advanced level on a topic in Strategic Studies. In the first part of the course, the students design a research design. In the second part, they write a term paper and present before the class. | ||||
Learning objective | The goal of this double-semester course, which is divided up into several groups, consists of working out a research question in the field of Strategic Studies, retrieving useful literature, writing a scientific paper and presenting it before the class. | ||||
Content | Im ersten Teil der Veranstaltung geht es anhand der Lektüre und der Diskussion ausgewählter Fachliteratur um die Einarbeitung in die Thematik des Seminars. Auf dieser Basis wird ein Research Design erarbeitet. Zusätzlich soll auf methodische Probleme und Schwierigkeiten eingegangen werden. Im zweiten Teil verfassen die Studierenden ihre Seminararbeiten und präsentieren diese im Plenum. | ||||
857-0100-00L | Ending Violence Number of participants limited to 15. MA Comparative and International Studies are given priority. | 8 credits | 2S | A. Wenger, G. D. Clayton, E. Nussio | |
Abstract | This seminar focuses on the question of how violence ends. We study diverse forms of violence, including political and interpersonal violence. We address both structural dynamics and human intervention (e.g. peacebuilding) associated with decreasing levels of violence. Students will become acquainted with key theoretical explanations and able to incorporate those insights into their own projects. | ||||
Learning objective | The aim of this course is to introduce students to an unfamiliar, but important perspective on violence. While literature and coursework usually focus on the causes of emerging violence, we study the causes of ending violence. This allows for solution-oriented thinking, instead of a traditional focus on the “problem” of violence. Readings focus on empirical and theoretical literature about the transformation, prevention and reduction of violence from diverse fields, including political science, international relations, criminology and history. The study of cases of success and failure prepare the students for their own research projects. Students will develop their own research design, including a research question, a short literature review, a theoretical framework and planned research methods, to take on the difficult questions of how, where, when and why violence ends. | ||||
860-0017-00L | Argumentation and Science Communication Number of participants limited to 10. STP Students have priority. | 6 credits | 3G | A. Wenger, C. J. Baumberger, M. Dunn Cavelty, C. Elhardt, U. Jasper | |
Abstract | Analyzing and communicating the aims and ethical implications of scientific research is an essential element at the intersection of science, technology and policy making. This course is split into two modules which focus (1) on arguing about ethical aspects and scientific uncertainties of policies, and (2) on communicating scientific results to policy-makers and the wider public. | ||||
Learning objective | Students learn to consider uncertainties in inferences from computer simulation results to real-world policy problems and acquire an understanding of ethical positions and arguments concerning values, justice and risks related to policies. They learn how to analyze the particular prerequisites for the successful dissemination of scientific results to policy-makers and the wider public. | ||||
Content | Analyzing and communicating the aims and ethical implications of scientific research is an essential element at the intersection of science, technology and policy making. In the first module of this course, we will introduce and discuss ethical positions and arguments concerning values, justice and risks related to policies. Subsequently, we will learn how to clarify concepts as well as how to identify, reconstruct and evaluate arguments and complex argumentations. In the second module, we will analyze the particular prerequisites for the successful dissemination of scientific results to policy-makers and the wider public. To get a better understanding of the expectations and needs of different target groups we will invite guest speakers and professionals from both the media and the policy world to share their experiences and discuss common problems. The final part of this course consists of practical applications and exercises. Proceeding in a 'draft/revise/submit'-manner, students will have to present a scientific project (possibly linked to a case study) in two different formats (e.g. newspaper contribution and policy brief). Faculty will supervise the writing process and provide reviews and comments on drafts. Schedule: Part I: W1: Introduction: Why is argumentation needed in policy analysis? W2: Concepts and arguments I: Clarification of ambiguous and vague concepts, identification and reconstruction of arguments, types of theoretical and practical arguments W3: Concepts and arguments II: Criteria for good arguments, typical fallacies, use of arguments in discussions W4: Justice: What are the ethical arguments for and against different conceptions of intra- and intergenerational justice, such as egalitarianism, grandfathering, polluter or beneficiary pays principle, and capability approaches? Part II: W5: The science of science communication: Basic insights from communication theory W6: Different Audiences, Different Formats: What are the particular prerequisites for the successful dissemination of scientific results to policy-makers? What are the writing and presentation skills needed? W7: What are the particular prerequisites for communicating with the wider public? The dos and don'ts of media interaction. What are the benefits and challenges of social media? W8: Interviews for Radio and TV (with examples / exercises) W9: Examples of Science Communication in the Media and at Universities W10: Study week: Students work on their two 'praxis projects' and submit two drafts. W11: Supervision and Revision W12: Supervision and Revision W13: Wrap-up: Effectively communicating science-related topics and their political and ethical implications to a non-expert audience. | ||||
Lecture notes | Papers are made available for the participants of this course through Moodle. The book used for the 2nd part of the course "Escape from the Ivory Tower" can be bought from the instructors | ||||
Literature | Papers are made available for the participants of this course through Moodle. The book used for the 2nd part of the course "Escape from the Ivory Tower" can be bought from the instructors | ||||
Prerequisites / Notice | The total number of students is 10. MSc students, PhD students and postdocs with a science and technology background have priority; weekly meetings of 3 hours during FS (Spring Semester) 2017, 6 ETCS (39 contact hours + 141 hours for preparations and exercises); grading based on the exercises on a 1-6 point scale, the parts contribute in the following way: argumentation 50%, science communication 50%. | ||||
868-0002-00L | Module 2: Mediation Methods Only for MAS Mediation in Peace Processes. | 7 credits | 6G | A. Wenger | |
Abstract | The module introduces various theoretical and practical methods of negotiation and mediation, highlighting what is similar and what is unique about negotiation and mediation in peace processes. A special focus is placed on the formulation and implications of different mediator roles and mandates. The module also explores the concepts of success/failure in mediation and how this can be assessed. | ||||
Learning objective | The module introduces various theoretical and practical methods of negotiation and mediation. Based on this overview, the course highlights what is similar and what is unique about negotiation and mediation in peace processes. A special focus is placed on the formulation and implications of different mediator roles and mandates. The module also explores the concepts of success/failure in mediation and how this can be assessed. | ||||
868-0003-00L | Module 3: Mediation Content Only for MAS Mediation in Peace Processes. | 10 credits | 9G | A. Wenger, L.‑E. Cederman | |
Abstract | Mediators learn about the content of peace negotiations and agreements. This module brings classical and theoretical approaches dealing with mediation content up to date by examining contemporary cases and how content is managed and interlinked. The module focuses on security, power-sharing, justice, socioeconomic, and environmental issues and related arrangements. | ||||
Learning objective | Mediators learn about the content of peace negotiations and peace agreements in this module. The goal is not to eliminate the issues that are tearing a society apart, but rather to find mechanisms to deal with differences in a non-violent manner. Mediators need a clear understanding of what expert advisors can provide as well as sufficient knowledge of the various disciplinary topics involved in order to create linkages between them and the issues that tend to arise in the process. At the same time, mediators should not impose solutions or act as topical experts. This module seeks to bring more classical and theoretical approaches of dealing with mediation content up to date by looking at contemporary cases and how content is managed and interlinked. The module focuses on security, power-sharing, justice, socioeconomic, and environmental issues and related arrangements. | ||||
868-0100-00L | Literature Project Only for MAS Mediation in Peace Processes. | 5 credits | 11A | A. Wenger | |
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