306643 (v.1) SS 570 - International Relations (World Current Trends)

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Area:	Department of Social Sciences
Credits:	25.0
Contact Hours:	2.0
Seminar:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Syllabus:	An examination of the different approaches to understanding the nature of international relations in the new millennium, the essential characteristics of the international system, the state, power and security struggles, balance of power, policy making problems, domestic influence on policy making, international law, policy formulation, capabilities, military, economics, negotiations and communications.
Unit Outcomes:	On successful completion of this unit, students will have - Comprehensively understood major aspects of schools of thought. Analysed current and future developments in the world from an Industrial Relations perspective. Developed critical analytical skills to work in an international environment and an ability to formulate policy options.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References:	Baylis, J. and Smith, S. (eds) (1999), The Globalisation of World Politics. Oxford University Press. White, B., Little R. and Smith, M. (1997), Issues in World Politics. Macmillan. Nicholson, (1998). International Relations. A Concise Introduction, Macmillan.
Unit Texts:	Kegley, C. W., Jr. and Wittkopf, E. R., (1998). World Politics Trend and Transformations, 7th ed, St Martin's Press.
Unit Assessment Breakdown:	Continuous Assessment 60%, Examination 40%. This is by grade/mark assessment.
Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 1 Y