Overview

Introduction to the major traditions of international relations theory, including classical and structural realism, neoliberalism, British rationalism, cosmopolitanism, and Marxism. Critiques, especially those offered by critical theorists, poststructualists, and feminists. Historical and contemporary events, developments and issues in international relations.

Offerings

S1-01-CAULFIELD-ON-CAMPUS
S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Eleanor Gordon

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Eleanor Gordon

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

Recognise, interpret and analyse traditional and critical theoretical perspectives, and conventional and alternative concepts in the study of International Relations across its four subfields (security studies, international political economy, foreign policy and global governance).

2.

Comprehend and engage constructively with current affairs, scholarly articles and books in the field of International Relations, and place them in an appropriate theoretical and empirical context.

3.

Apply these theoretical perspectives and concepts to illuminate and examine a new or existing problem in the study of International Relations

4.

Communicate orally, and in writing, using clear and persuasive language appropriate for an international academic community.

Teaching approach

Active learning

Assessment summary

Within semester assessment: 100%

Assessment

1 - Quiz/Quizzes
2 - Annotated bibliography
3 - Essay

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Lectures
Tutorials

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

Required resources

Availability in areas of study

International relations