Course Details
Country:
Malta
Institution:
University of Malta
Course Title:
Theories of International Relations
Course Number:
IRL1089
Course Description:
The study-unit introduces students to the study of international relations by connecting classical theories in IR to current world affairs. The main objective is to enable students to understand the dynamics of international relations today and to analyse, independently, changes that occur within society as an effect of these transformations. The following questions will serve as focal points in the lectures: Why do we study international relations? Why is war a recurring phenomenon in international relations? Why do societies change as a result of intercultural interactions? Why are nations so unequal? Who benefits from wars and conflicts? What determines the nature of economic growth and competition? What are the means for avoiding confrontation and chaos or the collapse of an economic system? Is it justified that terrorists fight for a cause? How can societies feel safe within a system of international relations? Do cultures and religions play a peaceful role?
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
INTS 399, GOVT 322
Course URL:
https://www.um.edu.mt/courses/studyunit/IRL1089
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