SOCI 2215 - Introduction to International Relations

Arts & Sciences
Previous Course Number: ACOM 240

What is international relations? This class seeks to answer this question and is viewed as an entree to the increasingly interdisciplinary field that is international politics. Major schools of thought will be examined and will assist students in their interpretation of how the world works. Special attention will be given to practically applying theoretical perspectives to real-world problems. Topics for discussion include: the processes and mechanics of globalization, political economy, development, and inequality. Causes of war, terrorism, and violence will be examined alongside solutions such as peacekeeping and collective security regimes. Finally, students will contemplate the phenomena of a civil society producing change in a global context. Anyone who expects to be working in a global context should consider taking this course.
credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1100, ENGL 1105