Unit name | The Holocaust - History and Legacy |
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Unit code | POLI30016 |
Credit points | 20 |
Level of study | H/6 |
Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 2 (weeks 13 - 24) |
Unit director | Dr. Michel |
Open unit status | Not open |
Pre-requisites |
None |
Co-requisites |
None |
School/department | School of Sociology, Politics and International Studies |
Faculty | Faculty of Social Sciences and Law |
The unit provides an in-depth analysis of the various stages, policies and consequences of the genocidal policies of Nazi Germany. The unit explores the rise of a biocratic system in which the intersection of political, social and economic factors drove the persecution of various victim groups during the 12 year reign of the Nazi regime. Starting with the persecution of political opponents and the T4 euthanasia programme, the unit centres on the escalating policies targeting the Jewish population in Europe. It uses socio-psychological, sociological and strategic approaches to investigate the motivations and intentions of different perpetrator groups.
In the second part, the unit discusses the legacies of the Holocaust specifically for international politics. Themes will include an evaluation of the legal regime against genocide in the aftermath of WWII and the question of prevention and intervention in cases of extreme political violence.
The unit will also include a visit at the Wiener Library in London including a 2h workshop.
The unit specifically aims at:
On successful completion of the unit, students will be able to:
The unit will be taught through blended learning methods, including a mix of synchronous and asynchronous teaching activities
1500 word essay (25%) - assesses all ILOs
3000 word essay (75%) - assesses all ILOs