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International Relations Theory (POLS90028)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Dual-Delivery (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 2
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
This subject is compulsory in the Master of International Relations, and Head of Program approval is required for enrolment by Community Access Program (CAP), Inbound Exchange/Study Abroad or Incoming Cross-institutional students.
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
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Two x 1000 word briefing essays (20% each)
| During the teaching period | 40% |
An essay
| During the examination period | 60% |
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. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Additional details
Last updated: 30 October 2023
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Coordinator Terry MacDonald Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours 1-hour lecture & 2-hour seminar Weeks 1-8 of Semester. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 26 July 2021 to 24 October 2021 Last self-enrol date 6 August 2021 Census date 31 August 2021 Last date to withdraw without fail 24 September 2021 Assessment period ends 19 November 2021 Semester 2 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).
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Last updated: 30 October 2023