POLA2016 Theory of World Politics (5 cr)

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Study level:
Intermediate studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English
Responsible organisation:
Department of Social Sciences and Philosophy
Curriculum periods:
2024-2025, 2025-2026, 2026-2027, 2027-2028

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Developing knowledge of world politics

Description

Developing knowledge of concepts and theories in the field of world politics, and utilizing interpretative and critical skills for global political analysis.

Learning outcomes

(1) Developing knowledge and understanding of the world as a political space shaped by historical processes.

(2) Analyzing, applying and critically evaluating concepts and theoretical traditions in the field of world politics.

Additional information

This unit is offered as lectures in term 2 (spring) and in the independent-study mode in term 1 (fall).

For the independent study mode, please contact the instructor prior to submitting the essay for the requirements and a list of questions. 

Literature

  • Agathangelou, Anna M. and L. H. M. Ling. 2009. Transforming World Politics. From Empire and Multiple Worlds. London: Routledge.
  • Bell, Duncan. Ed. 2010. Ethics and World Politics. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
  • Berenskoetter, Felix. Ed. 2016. Concepts in World Politics. London: Sage Publishing.
  • Edkins, Jenny and Maja Zehfuss. Eds. 2020. Global Politics. A New Introduction. London: Routldge.
  • Shepherd, Laura J. and Caitlin Hamilton. Eds. 2009. Gender Matters in World Politics: A Feminist Introduction. London: Routldge.

Completion methods

Method 1

Evaluation criteria:
Assignments are evaluated on the basis of the students’ mastery of the contents of teaching and literature, demonstrated skills in critical evaluation of arguments and the application of theoretical concepts to political issues.
Select all marked parts

Method 2

Description:
Essay
Evaluation criteria:
Assignments are evaluated on the basis of the students’ mastery of the contents of teaching and literature, demonstrated skills in critical evaluation of arguments and the application of theoretical concepts to political issues.
Select all marked parts
Parts of the completion methods
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Participation in teaching (5 cr)

Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English

Teaching

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Independent study (5 cr)

Type:
Independent study
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English

Teaching