PLTC 376 - National Identity and Foreign Policy

Institution:

Bates College

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This course examines how notions of national identity influence foreign policy decisions in the United States and in other countries. It begins with a brief discussion of constructivist approaches to international politics and their implications for foreign policy. It proceeds with a discussion of nationalism and the complex interplay between domestic politics and the international environment in the construction of national identity. Finally, the course critically examines the role of national identity in the formation of foreign policy in the United States and Russia. Prerequisite(s): Politics 122, 125, 171, or 195. Not open to students who have received credit for Political Science 376. Enrollment limited to 15. J. Richter.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bates.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 786-6000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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