International Relations and World Politics

Course aim

To develop critical analysis within the field of International Relations and World Politics.

Course content

This course provides an introduction to the discipline of International Relations. It introduces concepts such as sovereignty and anarchy and explores the development of the modern state system. It introduces various international relations theories including realism, liberalism and critical theories, largely through the prism of security. It examines the changing character of war and the role of international organisations in promoting international peace, human rights, sustainability and development. 

Textbook(s)

Devetak, R, Burke, A & George, J 2012, An introduction to international relations, 2nd edn, Cambridge University Press, Port Melbourne

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Critique, Debate, Online quiz

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 1)
To determine the fee for this course as part of a Commonwealth Supported program, go to:
How to determine your Commonwealth Supported course fee. (Opens new window)

Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
International students and students undertaking this course as part of a postgraduate fee paying program must refer to the relevant program home page to determine the cost for undertaking this course.

Non-award enrolment
Non-award tuition fees are set by the university. To determine the cost of this course, go to:
How to determine the relevant non award tuition fee. (Opens new window)

Not all courses are available on all of the above bases, and students must check to ensure that they are permitted to enrol in a particular course.

* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.