An Introduction to International Relations

Paper Code: 
MIR 121
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

The objectives of this course are to:

  1. Give an overall analysis of major concepts and principles of International system.
  2. Develop the ability to analyze them with a theoretical framework of international relations.
  3. Demonstrate basic understanding of the foundational theories and concepts in international relations
  4. Provide a framework to understand the features of International relations and their practical application

Course Objectives (CO)

 

Course

Learning outcomes (at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course Title

MIR 121

An Introduction to International Relations

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

CO1: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of key theoretical debates and issues of current global politics .

CO2: Understand key principles of particular arguments in application to specific dimensions of international relations .

CO3: Identify actors and processes in international politics, providing examples and framing opinion based on theories of international relations

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Reading assignments,Use of Map and Globe, Power Point Presentation

 

Learning activities for the students:

Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, Seminar presentation, Giving tasks.

Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz, Solving problems in tutorials, Assignments, Presentation, Individual and group projects
 
12.00
Unit I: 
Unit -1

Meaning, nature, scope (including area studies), subject matter, autonomy of International Relations as a discipline

12.00
Unit II: 
Unit-II

Concepts: National Interest & National Policy, Economic Instruments of National Policy

12.00
Unit III: 
Unit-III

Concepts: National Power: Meaning, elements and evolution

12.00
Unit IV: 
Unit-IV

Limitations on National Power: Balance of Power, Collective Security, World Public Opinion

12.00
Unit V: 
Unit-V

Pacific Settlement of International Disputes; Actors and Influences: State and non state Actors; Globalisation

Essential Readings: 
  • Smith,S.,& Baylis, J,,(2021),The Globalisation of World Politics, USA, Oxford
  • Dhariwal, Y., (2021), International Relations, Harayana, Oaksbridge Publishing
  • Ghosh, P., (2020), International Relations, New Delhi, PHI Learning
  • Kumar,M. (2020). Theoretical Aspects of International Politics. Agra: Shiva Lal Agrawala and Co.
  • Khanna, V.N.,(2020),International Relations, New Delhi ,Vikas Publishing
  • Chatterjee, A., (2018), International Relations Today, New Delhi, Pearson Publications
  • Basu, R.(2017).International Politics: Concepts, Theories and Issues. New Delhi: Sage Publications.
  • Ghai, U.R. (2017). International Politics Theory & Practice. New Delhi: New Academic Publishing Co.
  • Heywood,A.,(2014), Global Politics, London, Bloomsbury Publishing.
References: 
  • Dunne,T.,& Kurki,M., (2020),International Relations Theories:Discipline and Diversity,London, Oxford OUP
  • Palmer, N.D. & Perkins, H.C. (2019). International Relations. Delhi: AITBS Publishers and Distributors.
  • Murthy,B.S.,(2017), International Relations and Organisations, New Delhi, Eastern Book Company
  • Roach, S.C.,& Griffths,M.,(2013), International Relations:The Key Concept, London,Routledge
  • Morganthau, H. J.(1993).Politics among Nations. California: Mcgraw Hill

 

E-Resources:

 

  • Pant,P.,(2011), International Relations in 21st Century, New Delhi, Tata Mc Graw Hill Education, Can be retrieved from

https://www.google.co.in/books/edition/Intl_Relations_In_21St_Century/iJQiBAAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&dq=international+relations&printsec=frontcover

 

Journals :

 

  • Journal of International Relations and Foreign Policy
  • Economic and Political Weekly
  • India Quarterly
  • Indian Journal of Political Science
  • International Journal of Conflict and Development

 

 

 

 

 

 

Academic Year: 
2022-23
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