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International Relations Theory (POLS90028)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
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Overview
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This subject provides an advanced introduction to the major theories of International Relations and their influence on international affairs. Students will be introduced to mainstream approaches like realism / neo-realism, liberal internationalism / neoliberal institutionalism, and critical and normative approaches to international theory. The subject will also explore how different theories of International Relations have shaped contemporary debates and practices in international affairs, including the role of power and morality, the role of international institutions, and practices of inclusion and exclusion.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject students should:
- demonstrate a familiarity with the major theoretical perspectives in world politics;
- understand the major points of disagreement between these perspectives;
- be able to relate the theoretical debates about world politics to practical problems and issues.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject students should:
- develop persuasive arguments on a given topic;
- apply research skills and critical methods to a field of inquiry;
- be able to communicate oral and written arguments and ideas effectively;
- develop cross-cultural understanding.
Last updated: 30 October 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
Politics and International Studies at Undergraduate level
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 30 October 2023
Assessment
Additional details
- Two x 1000 word briefing essays (20% each) due during the semester;
- A 3000 word essay (60%) due during the examination period.
- Hurdle requirement: Students are required to attend a minimum of 80% of classes in order to pass this subject and regular class participation is expected.
Last updated: 30 October 2023
Dates & times
- March
Principal coordinator Terry MacDonald Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 24 contact hours: 1-hour lecture & 2-hour seminar Weeks 1-8 of Semester. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 4 March 2019 to 3 May 2019 Last self-enrol date 15 March 2019 Census date 29 March 2019 Last date to withdraw without fail 17 May 2019 Assessment period ends 28 June 2019 March contact information
Time commitment details
170 hours
Additional delivery details
Entry into the Master of International Relations (MIR).
Last updated: 30 October 2023
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
Readings will be provided online through the subject's LMS site prior to the commencement of semester.
- Subject notes
This subject is a compulsory component of the Master of International Relations. It is also compulsory in the following courses, for those students who have not completed 166-401: Master of International Politics 200-point program(teach-out), Honours (International studies), Postgraduate Certificate in Arts (International Politics), Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (International Politics).
- Links to additional information
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Subject coordinator approval required
Last updated: 30 October 2023