Syllabus

International Relations: an Introduction

Code:
SK1024
Points:
7.5 ECTS-credits
Level:
First Cycle Level 1
Faculty:
School of Health and Social Studies
Subject field:
Group of Subjects:
This course can be included in the following main field(s) of study:
1. Political Science
Progression indicator within (each) main field of study:
1. G1N
Approved:
Approved by the Faculty School of Health and Social Studies, 01 January 2008.
This syllabus is valid from 01 January 2008.
Revised:
Revised, 27 February 2013.
Revision is valid from 27 February 2013.
 

Learning Outcomes

On completion of the course the student shall have acquired basic knowledge about international relations as well as having acquired an understanding of the major international political events since 1945. Furthermore, the student shall have understood the major theoretical perspectives of the discipline as well as being able to apply these theories on international events, historical as well as current.

Course Content

Basic overview of:

  • the major theoretical perspectives: realism, liberalism and marxism;
  • the main defining features of the Cold War period between 1945-1989;
  • the different actors of international relations with a special focus on the state and international organizations;
  • the New World Order since 1989;
  • integration versus fragmentation of the international system;
  • international terrorism: the new threat to international peace and security.

Assessment

One take-home examination and active participation of the student during seminars.

Forms of Study

Lectures and mandatory seminars.

Grades

The Swedish grades U - VG

Number of credits:

  • Written examination and seminars, 7,5 credits. U - VG

Prerequisites

  • General entrance requirements

Other Information

The number of examinations is limited to five. The course is included in the course package International Relations I. The course replaces SKA023, SKA037.

Literature

Litteraturlistan publiceras i kursens kursrum på Fronter senast 30 dagar före kursstart. A literature list will be pulished in Fronter course room latest 30 days before the course starts.

Course occasions

Autumn 2013
Application code:HDA-H2K73, International students only!
Application date:15 January 2013
Application to:Universitets- och högskolerådet
Begins and ends:Week 35, 2013 - Week 39, 2013
Rate of studies:100%
Location:Falun
Language:English
Teaching hours:Day
Type:Normal
Number of places:
Admission requirement: [?]General entrance requirements

Tuition fee
First tuition fee instalment:10,500 SEK
Total tuition fee:10,500 SEK
EU/EEA Citizens or exchange students are not required to pay fees.
Information on application and tuition fees: www.universityadmissions.se.
 
Application code:HDA-H2K78, International students only!
Application date:15 January 2013
Application to:Universitets- och högskolerådet
Begins and ends:Week 35, 2013 - Week 39, 2013
Rate of studies:100%
Location:Flexible (Falun)
Language:English
Teaching hours:Day
Type:IT-distance
Number of places:
Admission requirement: [?]General entrance requirements

Online education
Compulsory physical meetings:0
Compulsory online meetings:0

Tuition fee
First tuition fee instalment:10,500 SEK
Total tuition fee:10,500 SEK
EU/EEA Citizens or exchange students are not required to pay fees.
Information on application and tuition fees: www.universityadmissions.se.
 
Application code:HDA-H2L3R
Application date:15 April 2013
Application to:Universitets- och högskolerådet
Begins and ends:Week 35, 2013 - Week 39, 2013
Rate of studies:100%
Location:Flexible (Falun)
Language:English
Teaching hours:Day
Type:IT-distance
Number of places:20
Admission requirement: [?]General entrance requirements

Online education
Computer Skills:   
Computer Capacity:   
Means of Education:   
Compulsory physical meetings:0
Compulsory online meetings:3

Tuition fee
First tuition fee instalment:10,500 SEK
Total tuition fee:10,500 SEK
EU/EEA Citizens or exchange students are not required to pay fees.
Information on application and tuition fees: www.universityadmissions.se.

Apply
Apply at Universityadmissions.se
 
Application code:HDA-H2L3W
Application date:15 April 2013
Application to:Universitets- och högskolerådet
Begins and ends:Week 35, 2013 - Week 39, 2013
Rate of studies:100%
Location:Falun
Language:English
Teaching hours:Day
Type:Normal
Number of places:20
Admission requirement: [?]General entrance requirements

Tuition fee
First tuition fee instalment:10,500 SEK
Total tuition fee:10,500 SEK
EU/EEA Citizens or exchange students are not required to pay fees.
Information on application and tuition fees: www.universityadmissions.se.

Apply
Apply at Universityadmissions.se