Biopolitics and Biopower - Interdisciplinary Encounters in Eastern Europe and Eurasia at Large (PZK_172)
About Study Course
Objective
To provide knowledge on the crucial ideas of biopolitics as a conceptual approach to study Russia and Eurasia; to contribute to the analytical skillset of the students by examining specific policies and case studies related to biopolitical practices in post-Soviet / post-communist countries.
Prerequisites
Overall knowledge of the methods and theories in the field of International Relations, as well as general knowledge of the basics of political science.
Learning outcomes
Students understand the concepts of biopolitics and biopower and apply them in the analysis of current Eastern European socio-political processes. Explain the concepts of biopolitics and biopower in the development of Eastern Europe and Eurasia retrospectively. Students distinguish between concepts of biopolitics and biopower.
Students research the manifestations of biopolitics and biopower in Eastern Europe and Eurasia in general, critically selecting sources of information, presenting their conclusions and debating them with lecturers and course mates. Students explain the dynamics of biopolitics and biopower in an argumentative and in-depth manner, model the impact and role of biopolitics and biopower on the regions covered in the course.
Students evaluate and substantiate the historical and modern development trends of biopolitics and biopower, as well as the impact on specific regions and future perspectives. Students model and anticipate possible future scenarios for the development of biopolitics and biopower and their impact on the future governance of Eastern European countries.
Study course planning
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russia and Eurasia Studies, RESMeng | 3 | Master’s | Limited choice |
