An Introduction to International Relations

Paper Code: 
24MIR 121
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

Course Objectives: The objectives of this course are to give an overall analysis of major concepts and principles of International system, develop the ability to analyze them with a theoretical framework of international relations, demonstrate basic understanding of the foundational theories and concepts in international relations and provide a framework to understand the features of International relations and their practical application

Course Outcomes: 

 

Course Outcomes (COs):

Course

Learning outcomes (at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course Title

24MIR 121

An Introduction to International Relations

(Theory)

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

CO1: analyse the key theoretical debates and issues of international relations and the autonomy it holds as a distinct discipline.

CO2: analyse key principles of national interest and national policy in application to specific dimensions of international relations.

CO3: Co-relate issues of current global politics with theoretical aspects of national power

CO4: examine various actors and processes in international power equations, providing examples and framing opinion based on theories of international relations

CO5: appraise the key principles of peacemaking in application to dispute settlement mechanisms

CO6: Contribute effectively in course specific interaction

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: 
Introduction to International Relations

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

12.00
Unit II: 
Concepts

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

12.00
Unit III: 
Concepts

Concepts: National Power: Meaning, elements and evolution

12.00
Unit IV: 
National Power

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

12.00
Unit V: 
Pacific settlement

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

Essential Readings: 

Ø  Smith,S.,& Baylis, J,,(2021),The Globalisation of World Politics, USA, Oxford

Ø  Dhariwal, Y., (2021), International Relations, Harayana, Oaksbridge Publishing

Ø  Ghosh, P., (2020), International Relations, New Delhi, PHI Learning

Ø  Kumar,M. (2020). Theoretical Aspects of International Politics. Agra: Shiva Lal Agrawala and Co.

Ø  Khanna, V.N.,(2020),International Relations, New Delhi ,Vikas Publishing

Ø  Chatterjee, A., (2018), International Relations Today, New Delhi, Pearson Publications

Ø  Basu, R.(2017).International Politics: Concepts, Theories and Issues. New Delhi: Sage Publications.

Ø  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
 
Academic Year: 
2024-25
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