WORLD POLITICS (PO2031)

This course analyses the basic setting, structure and dynamics of world politics with emphasis on current global problems, practices and processes. In doing so, it introduces the major theoretical approaches to international politics, and uses theory as a methodological tool for analyzing sources of change and causes of conflict and/or cooperation in the global arena.

Code:

PO2031

Name:

WORLD POLITICS

Discipline:

PO (Politics)

Type:

Regular

Level:

Undergraduate

Credits:

Can be taken twice for credit?:

Pre-requisites:

None

Co-requisites:

None

Learning Outcomes

Clear analytical thinking as demonstrated by contributions to in-class discussions
and argumentation developed in written work and presentations.
Creativity in developing own/original views
Succinct, well-organized oral expression
To acquire a better understanding of the foreign policy decision-making process and
the factors which shape foreign policy.
To develop research skills.
To explore the origins and causes of cooperation and conflict.
To improve skills of historical and political analysis.
To improve the understanding of world politics.
To improve written communication skills. Lucid, well-structured written work.
To trace the evolution of world politics.

Offering(s)

Term	Code	Name
Fall 2023	PO2031	WORLD POLITICS
Fall 2023	PO2031B	WORLD POLITICS
Fall 2023	PO2031C	WORLD POLITICS
Spring 2024	PO2031	WORLD POLITICS
Fall 2024	PO2031A	WORLD POLITICS
Fall 2024	PO2031B	WORLD POLITICS

WORLD POLITICS (PO2031)

Learning Outcomes

Offering(s)

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