Introduction to International Relations (2.5cr)

Objective

After completion of this part of the course the student is able to:
- demonstrate an understanding of the nature of International Relations as a scientific discipline
- identify key theoretical differences within the discipline of International Relations
- explain the utility of International Relations for the interpretation of contemporary political problems and phenomena.

Content

This part of the course focuses on the historical origins and development of the discipline of International Relations. The lectures will give historical context to that development and explain the limits and potentials of International Relations for addressing they major problems of international politics, today and in the past.

Further information

Timing
1st - 2nd Period

Target Group
1st year students

Tutor
Professor of International Relations

Language of instruction
English

Compulsory
Obligatory

Execution methods

Lectures.

Accomplishment methods

Participants of the course must attend all lectures and pass the end of course exam to receive credits for this course.