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:
- 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; and
- be well prepared for the comprehensive education in international relations offered by the School of Politics and International Relations.
Indicative Assessment
- Tutorial participation (10) [LO 1,2,3,4,5]
- Quizzes (10) [LO 1,2,3,5]
- Midterm examination (25) [LO 1,2,3,5]
- Response Paper, 1000 words (15) [LO 1,2,3,4,5]
- Final Examination, 2 hours (held during the formal examination period) (40) [LO 1,2,3,5]
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Workload
130 hours of total student learning time made up from:
a) 34 hours of contact over 12 weeks: 24 hours of lectures (which will be recorded) and 10 hours of tutorials and tutorial-like activities; and
b) 96 hours of independent student research, reading and writing.
Inherent Requirements
Not applicable
Requisite and Incompatibility
Prescribed Texts
None
Preliminary Reading
Frieden, Jeffry A., David A. Lake, & Kenneth A. Schultz. 2022. World Politics: Interests, Interactions, and Institutions. International Student Fifth edition. New York & London: W.W. Norton & Company.
Majors
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
Commonwealth Support (CSP) Students
If you 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). More information about your student contribution amount for each course at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 14
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are a domestic graduate coursework student with a Domestic Tuition Fee (DTF) place or international student you will be required to pay course tuition fees (see below). Course tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found 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 |
|---|---|
| 2024 | $4440 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2024 | $6000 |
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Second Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9022 | 22 Jul 2024 | 29 Jul 2024 | 31 Aug 2024 | 25 Oct 2024 | In Person | N/A |
