Introduction to International Relations

Module code: IFJ3004

Credits: 15.0
Semester: SEM3

Contact: Dr Kong Chan

The module provides students with opportunities to develop textual analysis and writing skills needed to understand debates over concepts of International Politics. It provides an introduction to debate on some of the essential theories used to understand International Politics, including Realism, Liberalism and Marxism. It also examines some major issues in International Politics, including war and peace, greater powers and imperialism, and international political economy.
Each week, there will be a lecture and a seminar. Students will be encouraged to contribute to seminars through pair work, group work and whole class discussion. Students will be required to prepare for lectures and seminars by reading and writing. Students will be required to read from a range of sources, including handouts and academic critiques to prepare for the lecture and the seminar. They will also be required to complete a range of written tasks related to their reading.

Connected course(s): UDF DATA
Assessment: 50.0% Coursework, 30.0% Examination, 20.0% Practical
Level: 3