Theories of ithe nternational relations

Academic year: 2006-2007 Course code module MMIBD-120 Semester: 1st semester Credits: 4 Study load (hours) 112 Theory (hours): 30,00 Practice/Exercises(hours): Other (hours): Part-time program: 1/2 Instructor(s) Dirk De Bièvre Language of instruction: Dutch Semester exam information: semester exam in January or June Contract restriction information: 1. Prerequisites *Algemene competenties You keep yourselves informed about current international affairs and you are interested in assessing conflicting explanations of evolving events. You are able to apply abstract generalising statements to concrete cases. *Sequentiality 2. Objectives (expected learning outcomes) This course intends to transmit knowledge about the most important theories of international politics. 3. Course content 4. Teaching method Direct contact: Lectures Personal work: Supervised self-study 5. Assessment method Exam: Written, with oral presentation Closed book Open questions 6. Compulsory reading – study material Powerpoint-presentaties van elk hoorcollege. Baylis, J. and Smith, S. (2004), The Globalization of World Politics, Oxford: Oxford University Press, 3rd edition. 7. Recommended reading - study material Bueno de Mesquita, B. (2003) Principles of International Politics. People's Power, Preferences, and Perceptions (Washington: Congressional Quarterly). Oxford University Press Online Resource Centre on Baylis & Smith 2004: http://www.oup.com/uk/orc/bin/9780199271184/ Regular reading of one of the following newspapers: Financial Times Economist Frankfurter Allgemeine Neue Zürcher Zeitung Le Monde Diplomatique of: BBC World Service (Radio, 648 MW) 8. Tutoring Blackboard discussion forum Email After the course on Thursdays (11.30) Appointment laatste aanpassing: last update: 23/10/2006 15:16 dirk.debievre