This course explains the what, why, how of world politics. The growing interdependence among nation-states makes the study of international relations the study of interactions across national borders and the study of the factors that affect those interactions relevant for all informed citizens. There is hardly any domestic event that does not affect international relations and vice versa.
Teaching methods consist mainly of lecture and lecture-discussion.
It is anticipated that a usual class size would range between 12 and 18 students. However, reading is not a substitute for attendance and participation in class lectures and discussions. The calendar of assignments, attendance and grading policies are included in the course syllabus.