POLS 406 - War, Peace & Society | 2026-2027 | Trinity Western University

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POLS 406 - War, Peace & Society | 2026-2027

Academic Year

2026-2027

Course Credits

3.00

Course ID

POLS 406

Course Name

War, Peace & Society

Description

A survey of the changing nature of and approaches to war and its effect on society from the Middle Ages to the present. Course topics include various visions and proposals for peace. The nature of nuclear war.

Not offered every year. See department chair.

Cross-listed

HIST 406

Prerequisite(s)

6 sem. hrs. of Political Studies including POLS 101 or 211, or instructor's consent