MAN-BCU2013EN
Theories of International Relations
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CursusMAN-BCU2013EN
Studiepunten (ECTS)6
Categorie-
VoertaalEngels
Aangeboden doorRadboud Universiteit; Faculteit der Managementwetenschappen; Bachelor Politicologie;
Docenten
Coördinator
dr. M. Rivera Quinones
Overige cursussen docent
Examinator
dr. M. Rivera Quinones
Overige cursussen docent
Contactpersoon van de cursus
dr. M. Rivera Quinones
Overige cursussen docent
Docent
dr. M. Rivera Quinones
Overige cursussen docent
Docent
dr. A.S. Zaslove
Overige cursussen docent
Collegejaar2022
Periode
3-4  (30-01-2023 t/m 02-07-2023)
Aanvangsblok
3
Onderwijsvorm
voltijd
Opmerking-
Inschrijven via OSIRISJa
Inschrijven voor bijvakkersJa
VoorinschrijvingNee
WachtlijstNee
Plaatsingsprocedure-
Cursusdoelen

You will

  • become familiar with different theoretical approaches.
  • be able to discuss strengths and weakness of these approaches.
  • be able to describe and explain the behavior of states in international politics and the outcomes of their behavior in terms of these approaches.
  • be able to comment on and explain current events on the basis of the different theoretical approaches.
Inhoud

Under which conditions do states enter into conflict or cooperate? This is one of the key questions in the domain of International Relations (IR). Theories offer various answers to the question. Some point at the impact of systemic factors (the lack of world government, the structure of the international system, the culture of the international system). Others focus on domestic factors. We will read and discuss several key authors in the domain of IR, confront these different views and apply them to current and past events, such as the conflicts in the Middle East, the situation involving Ukraine and Russia, the rise of China and conflicts in Africa. We will study cooperation and conflict in security  as well as economic issues. The role of non-state actors (international organisations, transnational non-governmental organisations, terrorist groups) will be taken into account. Some key words: security dilemma; the structure of the international system; the balance of power; the role of norms, ideas and identities; the role of international institutions.

Niveau

Voorkennis
The course requires substantive prior knowledge of international politics and for students to have already attended courses in International Relations; given the level of abstraction, the course is designed for advanced Bachelor’s students.
Toetsinformatie
Final written exam which counts 100% of the final grade. Tested will be:
  • Comprehension of International Relations theories as well as relevant concepts.
  • Ability to compare and contrast competing International Relations theories.
  • Ability to critically reflect on strengths and shortcomings of different International Relations theories.
  • Ability to apply competing theories of International Relations theories to explain and comment on past and current events in international relations.
Bijzonderheden
prerequisite exchange students: one International Relation course at bachelor level required
Niveau
Ba 3 PM RE

Verplicht materiaal
Boek
ISBN:9780198814443
Titel:ne, M. Kurki and S. Smith (2021, International Relations Theories. Discipline and Diversity (5th edition),
Auteur:T. Dunne, M. Kurki and S. Smith
Uitgever:Oxford University Press.
Druk:5
Artikelen
Titel:International Relations Theories. Discipline and Diversity
Auteur:Dunne, T., Kurki, M. and Smith, S.
Uitgever:Oxford University Press
Druk:4
Artikelen

Werkvormen
Discussiegroepen
WerkvormtypeDiscussiegroepen

Hoorcollege met werkgroepen
WerkvormtypeHoorcollege

Toetsen
Tentamen
Weging1
ToetsvormDigitale toets met CIRRUS
GelegenhedenBlok 4, Blok 5

Beoordeling
Understanding and application of different theoretical approaches as well as the ability to critically reflect on the different theoretical approaches.