UNSW Handbook Course - Global Politics: The Globalisation of World Politics

Global Politics: The Globalisation of World Politics - POLS5120


	Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
	School: School of Social Sciences and International Studies
	Course Outline: http://www.arts.unsw.edu.au/politics/
	Campus: Kensington Campus
	Career: Postgraduate
	Units of Credit: 8
	EFTSL: 0.167 (more info)
	Contact Hours per Week: 2
	Fee Band: 1 (more info)
	Further Information: See Class Timetable

Description

Provides an advanced introduction to the study of International Relations. Introduces a variety of theoretical approaches and debates International Relations. Analyses key structures and processes of contemporary global politics and discusses key current issues. The exploration of theoretical debates and analysis of the structure and process of global politics provides a foundation from which to explore other aspects of international relations.

Learning Outcomes

At the completion of this course students should be able to:

Demonstrate an awareness of the key features of contemporary global politics
Summarise and explain the main theoretical approaches in International Relations
Demonstrate a critical understanding of the key concepts in International Relations
Analyse the roles of major actors in global politics
Evaluate critically the key structures and processes of the global system
Evaluate the impact of globalisation on world politics.

Assessment

Class test - 30%
Research essay (3500 words) - 50%
Seminar presentation - 10%
Seminar participation - 10%

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