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Israelis & Palestinians: Conflict, Peace (JEWI20006)

Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5Online

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This subject will examine the Israeli-Palestinian narrative through a multi-disciplinary perspective that will explore the political, social, historical and cultural issues central to this long and intense conflict. The subject will provide a clear chronological and textual foundation for examining the conflict’s origins, evolution, ramifications, as well as the quest for peace. Also examined will be Palestinian and Israeli society in the 20th Century with a focus on the rise and development of Palestinian and Israeli nationalism, including intertwined themes of identity, collective memory, trauma and loss-- themes that bind Palestinians and Israelis together. This interdisciplinary subject will assess the causes and effects of the wars in the region, the involvement of external powers, the negotiations and agreements between Israel and the PLO, the impact of the conflict on the lives of the two nations, the issue of settlements within the framework of international law, the phenomenon of terrorism and counter-terrorism and the status of Jerusalem and its holy sites. Evaluating the prospects of resolution, the subject will probe contemporary instances of interfaith dialogue and programs that call for peaceful coexistence. The course will utilise primary and secondary sources, including film and literature.

Intended learning outcomes

Students who complete this subject will:




 

  • have a sound and comprehensive grasp of the Israeli- Palestinian conflict from its inception in the 20 th century to contemporary times and be familiar with the the central events and figures in this dispute;
  • examine the root causes and consequences the conflict and analyse the most up-to-date developments in the conflict and the pathways for resolution;
  • understand the origins and evolution of the Zionist movement and Jewish nationalism as well as the emergence of Palestinian nationalism, identity and society;
  • evaluate the influence and impact of external powers in shaping the conflict between the two peoples;
  • understand the various negotiations between Israelis and Palestinians, including the Oslo Accords, The Camp David and Taba Peace talks;
  • examine and analyse the two Palestinian Intifadas and the Gaza War;
  • understand the thorny status of Jerusalem and the settlements in the conflict and in the discussions for a final and permanent status treaty;
  • probe reconciliation and interfaith programs between Israelis and Palestinians.

Last updated: 19 September 2023

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None

Non-allowed subjects

None

Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)

The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.

Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home

Last updated: 19 September 2023

Assessment

DescriptionTimingPercentage

A research assignment

  • 2000 words
Mid semester45%

A research assignment

  • 2000 words
End of the teaching period45%

Tutorial participation

Throughout the semester10%
Hurdle requirement: Students must attend a minimum of 75% of tutorials in order to pass this subject. All pieces of written work must be submitted to pass this subjectThroughout the teaching periodN/A

Additional details

Note: Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at 10% per day. After five working days late assessment will not be marked. In-class tasks missed without approval will not be marked.

Last updated: 19 September 2023

Dates & times

  • Semester 2 - Online
    Principal coordinatorDvir Abramovich
    Mode of deliveryOnline
    Contact hours35 hours - 1 x 2 hour lecture each week for 12 weeks and 11 x 1-hour tutorials scheduled across the semester
    Total time commitment170 hours
    Teaching period24 July 2023 to 22 October 2023
    Last self-enrol date 4 August 2023
    Census date31 August 2023
    Last date to withdraw without fail22 September 2023
    Assessment period ends17 November 2023

    Semester 2 contact information

    Email: dvir@unimelb.edu.au

Time commitment details

170 hours

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  • And for Commonwealth Supported students, your:
    - Student Learning Entitlement. This applies to all students enrolled in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).
    - Completion rate. Students who started their course from 2022 and are in a CSP or receiving a HELP Loan (eg FEE-HELP) must meet the completion rate to continue to receive Commonwealth Support for that course.

Subjects withdrawn after the census date (including up to the ‘last day to withdraw without fail’) count toward the Student Learning Entitlement, and as a fail toward the completion rate, unless there are approved ‘special circumstances’.

Last updated: 19 September 2023

Further information

Last updated: 19 September 2023