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This course lays the foundations for, explores, and critically analyses the main theoretical paradigms and debates in International Relations, and engages with the complexity of debates on concepts in IR. The theoretical topics to be covered include debates on the international system, cooperation, world order, conflict, development, representation and identity. Students will also be introduced to some of the main debates in epistemology and methodology that apply to the discipline.
| Study Type | Postgraduate | Level | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Term | First Term | Credit Points | 30 credits (15 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | Aberdeen | Sustained Study | No |
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This course lays the foundations for, explores, and critically analyses the main theoretical paradigms and debates in International Relations, and engages with the complexity of debates on concepts in IR. The theoretical topics to be covered include debates on the international system, cooperation, world order, conflict, development, representation and identity. Students will also be introduced to some of the main debates in epistemology and methodology that apply to the discipline.
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
Concept Paper - 30%
Essay - 70%
Alternative Resit Arrangements
Second attempt at whatever part of the assignment the student failed.
There are no assessments for this course.
| Knowledge Level | Thinking Skill | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Conceptual | Understand | Thorough knowledge of the principal theories which form the scholarly study of the discipline of International Relations (IR). |
| Conceptual | Apply | Developed an understanding of how theoretical knowledge shapes policymaking in IR. |
| Reflection | Evaluate | Critical thinking skills that will enable students to evaluate different perspectives on substantive issues in IR. |
| Reflection | Create | Gain an understanding and appreciation of Western and non-Western approaches to re-thinking international order, society, and security. |
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