*POL315(Introduction to international relations) likely course outline* Course lecturer: Dr. M. Abutudu. Aim: To expose the student to the principles of international relations. Examining the course:(a) continuous Assessment(Test)=25%, (b) End of Semester Examination=75%. Total:100%. Course content Part A. The Nature of International Relations 1.International Relations as a course of study a. Defining the subject matter b. Scope 2. Orientations and philosophical foundations of the study of international relations: a. Realism b. Idealism(Liberalism) c. Marxism and political Economy d. Others 3. The International System a. Actors b. Patterns of interactions Part B: Basic Concepts in the Study of International Relations 4.The state 5.National Power 6.National Interest 7.Alliances Part C: Some Approaches to peace and security in the International System 8.Balance of Power 9.Collective Security 10.Deterrence Part D: Some Emerging Global Issues and Trends 11.Globalisation 12.Terrorism 13.Africa in the International System. Recommended Texts Solomon O. Akinboye and Ferdinand O. Ottoh, A systematic Approach to International Relations. Lagos: concept publication,2005. K. J Holsti,International Politics: A framework for Analysis Hans J. Morgenthau, and Kenneth W. Thompson, politics Among Nations: The struggle for Power and peace. #tag God is not dead. Happy holiday and missing my angel and friends in Benin. Shout out to Ekosodin bethren- the Lord is your Muscle.
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