This course provides a broad introduction to the study of international relations. As a field of study, international relations focuses on the political, military, economic, and cultural interaction of state and non-state actors at the global level. The field therefore encompasses a diverse array of topics, from the causes of war to the politics of development, from international institutions to the environment. In this course, we begin by exploring the key concepts, foundational events, issues, and processes of international relations in order to provide the general knowledge and analytic tools necessary to understand, evaluate, and respond to a complex array of problems in the contemporary world.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
After Successful completion of this course, students should:
- Have a broad understanding of some of the most important ideas, issues and events in international relations particularly in the period since World War 1
- Have an enhanced appreciation of the contemporary international relations agenda
- Be able to better comprehend and articulate their thoughts on issues of major current significance
- Have developed stronger research, writing and analytical skills
- Be well prepared for the comprehensive education in international relations offered by the School of Politics and International Relations.
Indicative Assessment
Tutorial participation (10%) Learning Outcomes 1-5Quizzes (10%) Learning Outcomes 1-3, 5
Midterm examination (25%) Learning Outcomes 1-3, 5
Response Paper, 1,000 words (15%) Learning Outcomes 1-5
Final Examination, 2 hours (held during the formal examination period) (40%) Learning Outcomes 1-3, 5
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Workload
130 hours of total student learning time made up from:
a) 35 hours of contact over 12 weeks: 24 hours of lectures (which will be taped) and 11 hours of tutorials; and
b) 95 hours of independent student research, reading and writing.
Requisite and Incompatibility
Preliminary Reading
George, J. et al (eds) Introduction to International Relations: Australian Perspectives, Cambridge University Press, 2007.
Frieden, Jeffry A., David A. Lake, and Kenneth A. Schultz. 2016. World Politics: Interests, Interactions, Institutions. Third Edition. New York & London: W.W. Norton & Company.
Majors
Minors
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
If you are a domestic graduate coursework or international student you will be required to pay tuition fees. Tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 1
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are an undergraduate student and have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). You can find your student contribution amount for each course at Fees. Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2017 | $3216 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2017 | $4590 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
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First Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3267 | 20 Feb 2017 | 27 Feb 2017 | 31 Mar 2017 | 26 May 2017 | In Person | N/A |