- What is GST 312 at the University of Uyo?
- GST 312 (Peace and Conflict Resolution) is a 2-unit, 300 Level course taught in the First Semester at the University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. It is a foundation course taken by undergraduates across the university's programmes, not one department's course. The causes, dynamics, and resolution of conflict in a multi-ethnic nation: types and theories of conflict, root causes of conflict and violence in Africa, peacebuilding strategies, and the roles of international organisations, media, and traditional institutions.
- Which programmes take GST 312?
- GST 312 is a foundation course taken by undergraduates across University of Uyo programmes — it belongs to the university, not to one department. Whatever your department, Areté covers it with the same outline, textbooks and study tips.
- What topics are covered in GST 312?
- The GST 312 outline covers 9 topics: Concepts of peace, conflict, and security in a multi-ethnic nation; Types and theories of conflict: ethnic, religious, economic, geo-political; Root causes of conflict and violence in Africa; selected conflict case studies; Peacebuilding, management of conflicts and security; Insurgency and terrorism; peace mediation and peacekeeping; Alternative Dispute Resolution: dialogue, arbitration, negotiation, collaboration; Roles of international organisations: UN, African Union, ECOWAS; Media and traditional institutions in peacebuilding; Managing post-conflict situations: refugees, IDPs, and the role of NGOs.
- What textbooks are recommended for GST 312?
- Recommended reading for GST 312: The Handbook of Conflict Resolution by Morton Deutsch, Peter T. Coleman & Eric C. Marcus; Peace and Conflict Studies by David P. Barash & Charles P. Webel.
- How do I pass GST 312?
- Tie cyber-conflict topics back to your own security or computing courses for cross-course reinforcement Current events in Nigeria provide excellent case studies for conflict analysis questions Understand the UN Charter and its limitations regarding cyber operations — examined often Mediator vs arbitrator vs conciliator: know the distinctions precisely
- Where can I find GST 312 lecture notes and past questions?
- Areté (https://www.aretecyb.tech/courses/gst-312) carries 2 recommended textbooks for GST 312, plus an AI tutor that has read the outline. It is free for University of Uyo students — sign in with your email, no password.