Peace, War and International Politics

Course aim

To introduce core concepts and methods in the field of International Studies with a focus on peace, war and international politics.

Course content

Introduction to International Studies; understanding international politics; critical perspectives on global turmoil, security and defence, terrorism and 9/11, armed conflict, nationalism, ethnicity and religion; peaceful conflict resolution; and ethics in an international context.

Textbook(s)

Edkins, J. & Zehfuss, M. Eds. 2009, Global Politics. A New Introduction, Routledge, London

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAGILL
Lecture	1 hour x 12 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 12 weeks
INTERNAL, CITY WEST
Tutorial	2 hours x 12 weeks
Lecture (Online lecture)	1 hour x 12 weeks
EXTERNAL, MAGILL, ONLINE
External	N/A x 12 weeks

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

Assessment

Context Paper (A critical exploration of a key issue in international politics), Critical Reflection (A critical reflection on a topical issue in international politics), Research Essay (A research assignment involving an argument on a choice of questions related to peace, war and international politics)

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
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