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INTR11-100: Introduction to International Relations

Description

This subject provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental concepts and theoretical approaches in International Relations, forming the essential foundation for studies in the field. This course gives you a robust framework for analysing contemporary international affairs. You will explore critical theoretical foundations that will, in turn, enable you to investigate and critically analyse issues in international relations, including war and peace, state and nationalism, sovereignty and intervention, non-state actors, and human security. This subject is designed to equip you with the analytical tools and practical knowledge necessary to understand and work in the field of global politics.

Subject details

Type: Undergraduate Subject
Code: INTR11-100
EFTSL: 0.125
Faculty: Faculty of Society and Design
Semesters offered:
  • September 2024 [Standard Offering]
  • January 2025 [Standard Offering]
  • September 2025 [Standard Offering]
Credit: 10
Study areas:
  • International Relations, Politics, and Arts
Subject fees:
  • Commencing in 2024: $5,730.00
  • Commencing in 2025: $5,990.00

Learning outcomes

  1. Critically evaluate fundamental concepts and theoretical approaches in International Relations.
  2. Analyse modern geopolitics and security using a robust theoretical framework.
  3. Analyse major issues in international relations, including war and peace, state and nationalism, sovereignty and intervention, non-state actors, and human security.
  4. Develop the analytical tools and knowledge necessary to understand and engage with the complexities of global politics.
  5. Apply theoretical foundations to real-world scenarios in international relations.

Enrolment requirements

Requisites:

Nil

Assumed knowledge:

Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for studentsโ€™ lack of prior knowledge.

Restrictions:

Subject dates

Standard Offering
Enrolment opens: 14/07/2024
Semester start: 09/09/2024
Subject start: 09/09/2024
Last enrolment: 22/09/2024
Teaching census: 04/10/2024
Withdraw - Financial: 05/10/2024
Withdraw - Academic: 26/10/2024