COURSE SYLLABUS
International Relations, 7.5 credits
International Relations, 7,5 högskolepoäng
Course Syllabus for students Autumn 2024
| Course Code: | LIRN12 |
| Confirmed by: | Director of Education Apr 13, 2022 |
| Valid From: | Autumn 2022 |
| Version: | 1 |
| Education Cycle: | First-cycle level |
| Disciplinary domain: | Social sciences |
| Subject group: | SH1 |
| Specialised in: | G2F |
| Main field of study: | Social Sciences |
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO)
On completion of the course, the student should be able to:
Knowledge and understanding
- describe and explain different perspectives, concepts and theories in international relations
- identify and describe structures and processes on the international arena
- identify and describe structures and processes on the international arena
Skills and abilities
- analyse issues in international relations from different theoretical perspectives
Judgement and approach
- analyse and argue for different theoretical perspectives on international relations
- critically reflect on processes and structures within international relations
- critically reflect on processes and structures within international relations
Contents
- Central theories, concepts and perspectives in international relations
- Issues of international relations
- Political and economic relations between different actors on the international arena
- Processes and trends of international relations
Type of instruction
The teaching consists of lectures, seminars and exercises performed individually and in groups.
An e-learning platform is used.
Students who have been admitted to and registered for a course have the right to receive instruction/supervision for the duration of the time period specified for the particular course to which they were accepted. After that, the right to receive instruction/supervision expires.
An e-learning platform is used.
Students who have been admitted to and registered for a course have the right to receive instruction/supervision for the duration of the time period specified for the particular course to which they were accepted. After that, the right to receive instruction/supervision expires.
The teaching is conducted in English.
Prerequisites
General entry requirements and at least 60 credits in Civics, Social studies, International relations or the equivalent. English proficiency is required. Exemption is granted from the requirement in Swedish.
Examination and grades
The course is graded A, B, C, D, E, FX or F.
The grades A, B, C, D and E are all passing grades. For courses with more than one element of examination, students are given a final grade based on an overall assessment of all the elements included in the course. The final grade of the course is issued only when all elements of examination have been passed.
The examination is based on instruction and course literature.
The course is examined through an individual written examination, an individual written assignemnt and an individual presentation of the written assignment.
The examination must allow for students to be assessed on an individual basis. Further information concerning assessment of specific intended learning outcomes and grading criteria is provided in a study guide distributed at the beginning of the course.
The final grade is based on the grade of the individual written assignment and a passing grade in the individual written assignment and individual written presentation.
Students are guaranteed a minimum of three attempts to pass an examination, including the regular attempt.
If a student has failed the same examination three times, the student is entitled to request that the next examination be assessed and graded by a new examiner. The decision to accept or reject such a request is made by the vice dean of education. A student may not make a second attempt at any examination already passed in order to receive a higher grade.
In case a course is terminated or significantly altered, examination according to the earlier syllabus shall be offered on at least two occasions in the course of one year after the termination/alteration.
The grades A, B, C, D and E are all passing grades. For courses with more than one element of examination, students are given a final grade based on an overall assessment of all the elements included in the course. The final grade of the course is issued only when all elements of examination have been passed.
The examination is based on instruction and course literature.
The course is examined through an individual written examination, an individual written assignemnt and an individual presentation of the written assignment.
The examination must allow for students to be assessed on an individual basis. Further information concerning assessment of specific intended learning outcomes and grading criteria is provided in a study guide distributed at the beginning of the course.
The final grade is based on the grade of the individual written assignment and a passing grade in the individual written assignment and individual written presentation.
Students are guaranteed a minimum of three attempts to pass an examination, including the regular attempt.
If a student has failed the same examination three times, the student is entitled to request that the next examination be assessed and graded by a new examiner. The decision to accept or reject such a request is made by the vice dean of education. A student may not make a second attempt at any examination already passed in order to receive a higher grade.
In case a course is terminated or significantly altered, examination according to the earlier syllabus shall be offered on at least two occasions in the course of one year after the termination/alteration.
Registration of examination:
| Name of the Test | Value | Grading |
|---|---|---|
| Individual written assignment and individual presentation | 2.5 credits | U/G |
| Individual written examination | 5 credits | A/B/C/D/E/FX/F |
Course evaluation
The instruction is followed up throughout the course. At the end of the course, a course evaluation is performed and commented on by the course coordinator and, if possible, a student representative/student representatives (course developer/s). The evaluation, which is published on the relevant e-learning platform and submitted to the administration, is to function as a basis for future improvements to the course.
Course literature
Beeson, Mark. & Bisley, Nick (2017). Issues in 21st Century World Politics. London: Macmillan Education UK. Ca 300 s.
Reus-Smit, Christian (2020) International relations: a very short introduction. Oxford: Oxford University Press. Ca 180 s.
Additional literature, app. 300 pages.
Please note that changes may be made to the reading list up until eight weeks before the start of the course.
Citing Sources – How to Create Literature References
www.ju.se/library/search--write/citing-sources---how-to-create-literature-references.html
The Interactive Anti-Plagiarism Guide – Jönköping University
Information about plagiarism at higher education institutions
Available in the learning management system
Reus-Smit, Christian (2020) International relations: a very short introduction. Oxford: Oxford University Press. Ca 180 s.
Additional literature, app. 300 pages.
Please note that changes may be made to the reading list up until eight weeks before the start of the course.
Citing Sources – How to Create Literature References
www.ju.se/library/search--write/citing-sources---how-to-create-literature-references.html
The Interactive Anti-Plagiarism Guide – Jönköping University
Information about plagiarism at higher education institutions
Available in the learning management system
Content updated 2015-06-24
