PO219-30 Theories of International Relations
Introductory description
Although a ‘common sense’ view of world politics is often presented as fact in non-academic contexts, there is little agreement about what International Relations is, and how we should think about the discipline. This module helps students critically examine conventional wisdom. The module emphasises that ‘the truth’ about International Relations is disputed and reflects on how we can use theory to study global politics.
Module aims
The module will:
- Introduce, explore and compare the key theoretical approaches in International Relations;
- Use examples to examine how different schools of thought help us understand past and current global affairs;
- Encourage students to develop critical analytical and evaluative skills.
Outline syllabus
This is an indicative module outline only to give an indication of the sort of topics that may be covered. Actual sessions held may differ.
TBC
Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, students should be able to:
- Describe the key assumptions which distinguish contemporary theories of international relations from each other
- Analyze the purpose, coherence, and contradictions of contemporary theories of international relations and evaluate their contribution
- Deploy theories of international relations to study aspects of global politics
Indicative reading list
Term 1: https://rl.talis.com/3/warwick/lists/B826003B-6698-FCC0-34C9-587429382E23.html
Term 2: https://rl.talis.com/3/warwick/lists/06B1D7CB-9708-74A9-C840-0F491E30783A.html
View reading list on Talis Aspire
Subject specific skills
TBC
Transferable skills
The module provides students with opportunities to acquire or develop the following key skills:
- Communication skills
- Lateral thinking skills
- Skills in the distillation and application of complex information and ideas
- Critical thinking
- Analytical skills
- Independent research skills
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Information Technology
- Skills in academic practice
- Awareness of, and sensitivity to, diversity
- Decision making
- Educational self-awareness skills
Study time
Type | Required |
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Lectures | 18 sessions of 1 hour (6%) |
Seminars | 18 sessions of 1 hour (6%) |
Private study | 264 hours (88%) |
Total | 300 hours |
Private study description
TBC
Costs
No further costs have been identified for this module.
You must pass all assessment components to pass the module.
Students can register for this module without taking any assessment.
Assessment group C2
Weighting | Study time | |
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3,000 word essay | 50% | |
Online Examination | 50% | |
1.5 hour examination ~Platforms - AEP
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Feedback on assessment
Exams and essays are marked according to criteria set out in the Undergraduate Handbook.
Courses
This module is Core optional for:
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UPOA-M16A Undergraduate Politics and International Studies
- Year 2 of M16A Politics and International Studies
- Year 2 of M16A Politics and International Studies
- Year 2 of M16A Politics and International Studies
- Year 2 of UPOA-M168 Undergraduate Politics and International Studies with Chinese
- Year 2 of UPOA-M169 Undergraduate Politics and International Studies with Chinese (3 year)
This module is Optional for:
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UECA-3 Undergraduate Economics 3 Year Variants
- Year 2 of L100 Economics
- Year 2 of L100 Economics
- Year 2 of L100 Economics
- Year 2 of L116 Economics and Industrial Organization
- Year 2 of L116 Economics and Industrial Organization
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UECA-LM1D Undergraduate Economics, Politics and International Studies
- Year 2 of LM1D Economics, Politics and International Studies
- Year 2 of LM1D Economics, Politics and International Studies
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UPHA-V7ML Undergraduate Philosophy, Politics and Economics
- Year 2 of V7ML Philosophy, Politics and Economics (Tripartite)
- Year 2 of V7ML Philosophy, Politics and Economics (Tripartite)
- Year 2 of V7ML Philosophy, Politics and Economics (Tripartite)
- Year 2 of UPOA-M100 Undergraduate Politics
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UPOA-M16A Undergraduate Politics and International Studies
- Year 2 of M16A Politics and International Studies
- Year 2 of M16A Politics and International Studies
- Year 2 of M16A Politics and International Studies
- Year 2 of UPOA-M169 Undergraduate Politics and International Studies with Chinese (3 year)
- Year 2 of UPOA-M162 Undergraduate Politics, International Studies and Quantitative Methods
This module is Core option list A for:
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UECA-4 Undergraduate Economics 4 Year Variants
- Year 2 of LM1H Economics, Politics & International Studies with Study Abroad
- Year 2 of LM1H Economics, Politics & International Studies with Study Abroad
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UECA-LM1D Undergraduate Economics, Politics and International Studies
- Year 2 of LM1D Economics, Politics and International Studies
- Year 2 of LM1D Economics, Politics and International Studies
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UPHA-V7MW Undergraduate Politics, Philosophy and Law
- Year 2 of V7MW Politics, Philosophy and Law
- Year 2 of V7MW Politics, Philosophy and Law
This module is Core option list C for:
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UPHA-V7MW Undergraduate Politics, Philosophy and Law
- Year 2 of V7MW Politics, Philosophy and Law
- Year 2 of V7MW Politics, Philosophy and Law
This module is Option list A for:
- Year 2 of UPOA-M168 Undergraduate Politics and International Studies with Chinese
- Year 2 of UPOA-M169 Undergraduate Politics and International Studies with Chinese (3 year)
- Year 2 of UPOA-ML13 Undergraduate Politics and Sociology
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UPOA-M163 Undergraduate Politics, International Studies and French
- Year 2 of M163 Politics, International Studies and French
- Year 3 of M163 Politics, International Studies and French
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UPOA-M164 Undergraduate Politics, International Studies and German
- Year 2 of M164 Politics, International Studies and German
- Year 3 of M164 Politics, International Studies and German
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UPOA-M166 Undergraduate Politics, International Studies and Hispanic Studies
- Year 2 of M166 Politics, International Studies and Hispanic Studies
- Year 3 of M166 Politics, International Studies and Hispanic Studies
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UPOA-M165 Undergraduate Politics, International Studies and Italian
- Year 2 of M165 Politics, International Studies and Italian
- Year 3 of M165 Politics, International Studies and Italian
This module is Option list C for:
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UHIA-VM11 Undergraduate History and Politics
- Year 2 of VM11 History and Politics
- Year 2 of VM11 History and Politics
- Year 2 of VM11 History and Politics
This module is Option list D for:
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UHIA-VM11 Undergraduate History and Politics
- Year 2 of VM11 History and Politics
- Year 2 of VM11 History and Politics
- Year 2 of VM11 History and Politics
- Year 2 of UHIA-VM13 Undergraduate History and Politics (with a term in Venice)
This module is Option list E for:
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UPHA-V7MW Undergraduate Politics, Philosophy and Law
- Year 2 of V7MW Politics, Philosophy and Law
- Year 2 of V7MW Politics, Philosophy and Law