pol2twp theories of world politics
THEORIES OF WORLD POLITICS
POL2TWP
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject provides a comprehensive overview of the major approaches to International Relations (IR) theory. The subject first explores the purpose and history of IR theory and then examines the following approaches: liberalism; realism; the 'English School'; constructivism; Marxist approaches; critical theory and post-structuralism; post-colonialism; feminist theory and green theory. Students undertake a detailed analysis of the central ideas associated with each theoretical approach, the major proponents of each theory, and the historical and political factors which have given rise to each approach. In so doing, this subject addresses La Trobe's Sustainability Thinking Essential. Sustainability Thinking entails deep appreciation of how the theories we adopt and the choices we make affect the natural, economic, social, political and cultural systems - now and in the future.
SchoolHumanities and Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorDaniel Bray
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
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Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites 15 credit points of level one POL coded subjects
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsPOL3TWP
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Learning resources
International Relations Theories: Discipline and Diversity
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorTim Dunne et al
Year2016
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PublisherOxford University Press
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDaniel Bray
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-semester Exam (1000 word equivalent) In-class exam consisting of extended answers to a list of questions | N/A | N/A | No | 25 | SILO1, SILO2 |
| Research Essay (2000 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
| Take-home Exam (1000 words) Essay based on the concept of sustainability | N/A | N/A | No | 25 | SILO4 |