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Class International Relations Theory

  • Presentation

    Presentation

    The course introduces students to the main International Relations paradigms and theories. Broadly, the approach is historical, thus providing students with insight as to how IR theory evolved and the issues raised over the decades. Various theories and theorists within realism, neo-realism, liberal institutionalism, constructivism and other paradigms are considered so that students may have a critical view of the main approaches to IR. 

  • Code

    Code

    ULHT450-9892
  • Syllabus

    Syllabus

    Concepts and introductory analysis 

    Peace and War in International Politics 

    Idealism and the origins of IR theory 

    Classical Realism 

    Neo-realism
    Liberal Institutionalism 

    Interdependence and Cooperation 

    Theories of Integration 

    Democratic Peace Theory 

    Institutions and Decision Making 

    Marxist theories of IR 

    Constructivism 

  • Objectives

    Objectives

    To understand the paradigms and  theories dominant in the study of International Relations. Develop skills and conceptual tools for understanding the scientific evolution of International Relations at the university level. To acquire specialized IR competencies as well as interpretative tools to better comprehend problematics in international politics, particularly in the area of European studies. To prepare students for critical analysis of the international system, including integration and interdependence. To prepare students for work in the area of International Relations, particularly in the field of diplomacy and NGOs.

  • Teaching methodologies and assessment

    Teaching methodologies and assessment

    Complementing the presentation of theoretical knowldege, discussion of concrete cases operationalizing theories and concepts will be undertaken 

  • References

    References

    CRAVINHO, João Gomes (2002). Visões do mundo: as relações internacionais e o mundo contemporâneo. Lisboa: ICS-Imprensa de Ciências Sociais. 

    GASPAR, Carlos (2021). Teoria das Relações Internacionais. Lisboa: Livros Horizonte 

    KRASNER, Stephen D. (1999). Sovereignty: organized hypocrisy. Princeton, N. J.: Princeton University Press. 

    WALTZ, KENNETH. (1979). Theory of International Politics . Reading, MA: Addison-Wesley.

    WENDT, Alexander (992). Anarchy is what states make of it: the social construction of state politics. International Organization 46 (Spring): 391-425.

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