POLS 372 - International Relations

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

POLITICAL SCIENCE

Description:

The purpose of this course is to offer a general introduction to the study of international politics. You do not need any course background in this area. This course is intended to introduce this area of study and to encourage you to think analytically about world politics. Course Objectives (1) Examine significant characteristics of the international system; (2) Discuss concepts important to the study of world politics and to consider various theoretical approaches for such inquiry; (3) Develop a general understanding of international politics today and in the recent past, especially since the end of World War II; and, (4) Examine some specific problems of world politics, especially from the vantage point of American foreign policy. During this course, we will try to relate the material presented in the text to contemporary issues on a continuing basis. Obviously the impact of 9/11, the War on Terror and the Iraq War will be significant issues to which we will consider throughout the entire course.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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