ISSUES IN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

Course Description

The main aim of this course is to provide a detailed overview of the issues and approaches in the field of international relations from different perspectives. The seminar will also help students in preparing for the comprehensive tests and further study in the department’s more specialized courses in international relations through reevaluating major concepts and theories as well as complex issues in the field. Finally, the purpose of this course is to provide fourth year IR students with the means to think critically about international relations and explore some of the most salient issues in-depth in international relations and politics today.

ISSUES IN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

Course outcomes

1. 01 Discuss issues in international relations from different perspectives
2. 02 Examine the working knowledge of salient issues in international politics
3. 03 Identify and understand factors shaping the current international relations
4. 04 Discuss theories and concepts of international relations

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Trevor C. Salmon and Mark F. Imber. Issues in International Relations.Routledge

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Discuss issues in international relations from different perspectives
2. L02 Examine the working knowledge of salient issues in international politics
3. L03 Identify and recognize factors shaping the current international relations SOLO 4
4. L04 Discuss theories and concepts of international relations

Program Outcomes

1. Knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, computer-based computation, and topics specific to the relevant engineering discipline.
2. Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, computer-based computation, and topics specific to the relevant engineering discipline to the solution of complex engineering problems.
3. Ability to define complex engineering problems by using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to the problem addressed.
4. Ability to formulate complex engineering problems using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) associated with the problem addressed.
5. Ability to analyse and solve complex engineering problems using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) associated with the problem addressed.
6. Ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems.
7. Ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products in a way that meets present and future needs while considering realistic constraints and conditions.
8. Ability to select and use appropriate techniques and resources—including estimation and modelling—for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations.
9. Ability to select and use modern engineering and computational tools—including estimation and modelling—for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations.
10. Ability to conduct literature research and use appropriate research methods for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
11. Ability to design experiments for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
12. Ability to conduct experiments, collect data, analyse results, and interpret findings for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
13. Knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on society, health and safety, the economy, sustainability, and the environment within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable
14. Awareness of the legal implications of engineering solutions within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
15. Knowledge of ethical responsibility and adherence to the principles of professional engineering conduct.
16. Awareness of acting impartially without discrimination in any matter and of being inclusive of diversity.
17. Ability to work effectively as an individual.
18. Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in intra-disciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
19. Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in multidisciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
20. Ability to communicate effectively in spoken form on technical matters, taking into account the diverse characteristics of the target audience (such as education, language, and profession).
21. Ability to communicate effectively in written form on technical matters, taking into account the diverse characteristics of the target audience (such as education, language, and profession).
22. Knowledge of professional practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis.
23. Awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
24. Ability for independent and lifelong learning.
25. Ability to adapt to new and emerging technologies.
26. Lifelong learning ability that includes the capacity to think critically about technological changes.

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