International relations theory and international organisation(s) 210


 
Module code IPL 210
Qualification Undergraduate
Faculty Faculty of Humanities
Module content

How do we explain the behaviour of state and non-state actors within the international system? The answer to this question depends on the theoretical lens through which global politics are viewed. An overview is provided of competing theoretical perspectives of international relations and research methodology within the field. It includes mainstream and alternative perspectives, as well as the underlying ideas, theories and variants of each. These theories also propose different approaches to global peace, amongst others peace through international organisation(s). A comprehensive analysis is made of selected international organisations with a universal or regional scope, such as the United Nations, the African Union and the Southern African Development Community.

Module credits 20.00
NQF Level 06
Service modules Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
Prerequisites PTO 101 (GS)
Contact time 3 lectures per week
Language of tuition Module is presented in English
Department Political Sciences
Period of presentation Semester 1

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