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In the final evaluation it will be taken into account to what extent the student:
demonstrates an advanced understanding of basic conceptual and theoretical frameworks;
is able to apply the frameworks in the studies of international organizations, globalization an the EU in the world
is able to competently combine the theoretical parts within a synthesis framework.
The aim of this course is to make students familiar with analytical tools that can help them to better understand contemporary international relations and organizations. The course is problem oriented, designed to engage students in building an advanced understanding of key global issues. Students will first be introduced to the major theoretical traditions within International Relations: liberalism, realism, the international society tradition, international political economy, and the post-positivist tradition. In this fashion, students will achieve a thorough understanding of international relations through a variety of theoretical lenses.
Furthermore, the course will provide students with an understanding of how key actors states, firms, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and international organizations interact in world politics. To this end, the course includes three modules. The first gives students an understanding of the nature of international organizations, examining contemporary developments in some of the prominent international organizations (UN, WTO, IMF, etc). The second module looks into the complex issue of globalization and the third module examines the EU and its role in the world. In general, the course critically appraises claims for explaining, understanding and shaping the course of events. Readings that help students to make sense of normative questions will be assigned as well.
Each module will be illustrated by means of case studies, ensuring an integration of theoretical and empirical practical knowledge.
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Knud Erik Jørgensen
The instructions of the course will be a mixture of lectures, student presentations and general discussion. Part of the instruction will be based on case studies.
English
Henry Nau, Perspectives on International Relations (CQ Press 2006).
