The depression module of the Bachelor's degree "Oriental and Asian Studies" the University of Bonn can lay claim to deal scientifically with the contradictions and realities of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. In order to keep not only in the theoretical study of the land and the associated issues that semester in time offers after the summer semester (mid September) planned excursion to the students the option of a semester knowledge acquired through insights on site to extend practical. The excursion is up to to 8. 15 participants is limited. The module includes a four-hour semester-long seminar and a conversation course Urdu (Beginner level, 2 hours per week). In the first meetings will first learn the topics basic knowledge about history, political development, society, economy and religion of Pakistan since the founding of the state 1947th In the in-depth sessions, there will be a matter of analyzing the current situation in Pakistan from the internal perspective in the light of historical developments in order to make an informed judgments. Associated reading: Hippler, Jochen (2008): The most dangerous country in the world? Pakistan from military rule, extremism and democracy. Cologne (9.95 €).
The excursion: The
belonging to module Trip to Pakistan in mid-September to early October 2010 (expected 11/12. September to 3 / 4 October) are planned. The goal is to land and the people become acquainted with and to give students the opportunity to extend the knowledge acquired during the semester on the insights local practice.
Participants:
The excursion is up to to 8. 15 participants (limited selection criteria in strong demand: half the number, involvement in the module).
Itinerary:
The excursion will be limited to the provinces of Sindh and Punjab, which means we will not go into the western and northern regions. The route from Karachi to Islamabad and be completed by bus lead. It is scheduled to visit the main attractions to visit 1-2 selected universities and representatives of students, to talk etc.. is important to note that the entire plan, subject to be announced, as even local organization, etc. can change at short notice, so that planning must be flexible.
The implementation of the excursion depends on various factors in the run, which are currently not yet be fully appreciated. The main point here is the security situation on the ground, which means that the field trip may be canceled at the last minute (Travel warning from the Foreign Office, etc.). Other factors include the acquisition of travel grants and the number and suitability of potential participants.
Cost:
The contribution of the students should not exceed € 450 for the entire trip of 3 weeks.
Module Leader: Dr. Conrad Schetter
Teachers:
Katja Mielke, Sarah Dusend and Qurratulain Zaman (Urdu conversation course)
For more information, please contact Sarah Dusend under sdusend@uni-bonn.de
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