What you'll learn

• Understand what we mean by the subject of International Relations

• Understand why International Relations is about global organization of political authority

• Learn the history of the International Relations discipline

• Understand the Great Debates of International Relations

• Learn about the key books, magazines and websites on International Relations

• Understand what theory is about

• Recognise the differences between explanatory, predictive and normative theories

• Understand 3 levels of analysis

• Learn the key tenets of classical liberalism and neo-liberalism

• Learn the key tenets of classical realism and neo-realism

• Learn the key tenets of social constructivism and feminism

• Understand how the system of modern statehood has evolved

• Learn about international relations in Medieval Europe

• Recognise the importance of the The Peace of Augsburg and Treaty of Westphalia for modern statehood

• Understand how International Relations look differently from the Chinese perspective

• Learn about war and the causes of war

• Learn about different theoretical ideas for international peace

• Understand the role of League of Nations and United Nations in international peace

• Understand the role of European integration in international peace

• Learn about the International Political Economy and Bretton Woods institutions

• Understand the differences between Liberalism, Realism and Marxism in Int. Political Economy

• Learn about competing theoretical perspectives on globalisation

• Learn about the impact of COVID-19 on nationalism and globalisation

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This course includes:

• 4.5 hours on-demand video

• 1 article

• 8 downloadable resources

• Access on mobile and TV

• Certificate of completion

 

Top companies offer this course to their employees. This course was selected as online top-rated courses trusted by businesses worldwide. 

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Course content

10 sections • 78 lectures • 4h 26m total length

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Introduction:  

(4 lectures)

• What to Expect in this Course

  Preview 01:09

• What You Will Learn

  Preview 03:37

• How You Will Learn

  Preview 00:46

• About the Author

  Preview 01:39

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What is International Relations?

(5 lectures)

• Definitions of International Relations

• The Organization of Political Authority

  03:38

• The Impact of Political Authority

  02:30

• International Relations: Brexit and COVID-19

  04:26

• International Relations: China, Conflicts and Climate Change

  04:49

• Practice 'What is International Relations?'

  5 questions

 

The History of International Relations

(10 Lectures)

• Historical Background: World War I

  02:51

• The Birth of International Relations Pt. 1

  03:54

• The Birth of International Relations Pt. 2

  03:58

• The First Great Debate: Idealism

  03:29

• The First Great Debate: Realism

  02:13

• IR Expansion after World War II

  04:35

• The Second Great Debate

  03:46

• Classical Approach to IR Explained

  04:28

• The Third Great Debate

  03:13

• Resources in International Relations

  05:42

• Practice 'The History of International Relations'

  5 questions

 

Thinking Theoretically about International Relations 

(5 lectures )

• What is a Theory?

  05:54

• Explanatory Theories

  03:41

• Predictive Theories

  03:18

• Normative Theories

  03:01

• Levels of Analysis

  07:12

• Practice Thinking Theoretically about International Relations

  5 questions

 

Theories of International Relations

(14 lectures)

• Classical Realism

  04:51

• Morgenthau on Realism

  01:32

• Structural Realism (Neo-realism)

  06:34

• Mearsheimer on Offensive Neo-realism

  01:57

• Classical Liberalism Pt. 1

  06:02

• Classical Liberalism Pt. 2

  04:47

• Angell on International Anarchy

  02:49

• Neo-liberal institutionalism

  06:21

• Keohane on Information in IR

  01:36

• Social Constructivism Pt 1

  05:03

• Social Constructivism Pt 2

  06:31

• The EU and Climate Security

  02:36

• Feminism

  05:04

• Tickner's on Feminism in IR

  01:07

• Practice Theories of IR

  5 questions

The Evolution of Inter-state Relations

(9 lectures)

• The System of Sovereign States

  03:18

• Holy Roman Empire and Church in Medieval Europe

  01:42

• Political Life in Medieval Europe

  01:54

• The Emergence of Modern States

  04:27

• Religious Wars and Modern States

  01:56

• The Peace of Augsburg

  03:00

• The Peace of Westphalia

  03:37

• The Key Elements of Peace of Westphalia

  02:33

• Chinese State System

  04:44

• Practice The Evolution of Inter-State Relations

  5 questions

 

The Causes of War

(8 lectures)

• What is War?

  04:12

• Hedley Bull on What is War

  03:04

• Thomas Hobbes on War

  02:52

• Thucydides on War

  02:12

• War in Classical Realism

  03:51

• War in Neorealism

  04:28

• War in Liberalism

  02:46

• What Causes War?

  02:08

• Practice the Causes of War

  4 questions

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The Quest for International Peace

(10 lectures)

• Peace as the Purpose of International Relations

  03:12

• Peace through the Balance of Power

  03:13

• Waltz on the Balance of Power

  02:18

• Balance of Power and the Cold War

  01:14

• Peace through Collective Security

  02:16

• Collective Security and the League of Nations

  03:41

• League of Nations Covenant

  02:52

• Collective Security and the United Nations

  03:25

• The Purpose of the United Nations

  01:44

• Peace through European Integration

  06:33

• Practice the Quest for International Peace

  5 questions

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International Political Economy

(12 lectures) 

• Bretton Woods: World Bank

  04:20

• Bretton Woods: International Monetary Fund

  01:38

• Bretton Woods: World Trade Organisation

  01:58

• Liberal Approach to International Political Economy

  03:43

• Adam Smith and The Wealth of Nations

  01:48

• Realist Approach to International Political Economy

  03:04

• John Mearsheimer and American Hegemony

  03:22

• Marxist Approach to International Political Economy

  02:55

• Lenin on Capitalism and Imperialism

  02:16

• Approaches to Globalisation

  04:41

• On Economic Inequality

  03:46

• COVID-19 and Globalisation

  03:37

• Practice International Political Economy

  5 questions​

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Requirements

• The course is designed for undergraduate and therefore does not require prior education in Politics or International Relations.

• No upfront reading is necessary. In the course, students will learn about some of the most influential books on each topic.

• For convenience, handouts for each lecture are provided and can be downloaded.

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Description

This course will introduce you to the discipline of International Relations. Whether you are a student or just someone interested in what International Relations is about, this course will carefully guide you through the basics of this fascinating academic discipline.

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The course is ideal for beginners with no prior university education because it allows you to understand the basics of the discipline. Although it is designed for beginners, the course will give you confidence to speak about International Relations with much greater confidence.

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You will understand the history of International Relations as a discipline as well as the major theories of IR. You will also learn about theory as such - what it is and different kinds of theories. Equipped with this fundamental knowledge, you will then explore the key topics forming the core of International Relations at any university:

• the evolution of sovereign states states,

• the causes of war and conflict

• the struggle for peace and international organisations

• international political economy

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Sure, there are many other topics which could be covered under the label International Relations, but this course is designed as a complete introduction to give you solid knowledge and understanding of the core elements of this fascinating discipline.

What You Will Get in This Course

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Here is a summary of what you will learn in this course:

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• Understand what we mean by the subject of International Relations

• Understand why International Relations is about global organisation of political authority

• Learn the history of the International Relations discipline

• Understand the Great Debates of International Relations

• Learn about the key books, magazines and websites on International Relations

• Understand what theory is about

• Recognise the differences between explanatory, predictive and normative theories

• Understand 3 levels of analysis

• Learn the key tenets of classical liberalism and neoliberalism

• Learn the key tenets of classical realism and neorealism

• Learn the key tenets of social constructivism and feminism

• Understand how the system of modern statehood has evolved

• Learn about international relations in Medieval Europe

• Recognise the importance of the Peace of Augsburg and Peace of Westphalia for modern statehood

• Understand how International Relations look differently from the Chinese perspective

• Learn about war and the causes of war

• Learn about different theoretical ideas for international peace

• Understand the role of League of Nations and United Nations in international peace

• Understand the role of European integration in international peace

• Learn about the International Political Economy and Bretton Woods institutions

• Understand the differences between Liberalism, Realism and Marxism in Int. Political Economy

• Learn about competing theoretical perspectives on globalisation

• Learn about the impact of COVID-19 on nationalism and globalisation

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My Promise to You

I promise that the tuition in this course is of the highest quality, based on genuine university-level teaching and research. It is presented in a highly-accessible and engaging way, designed specifically for those who do not have prior university degree in Politics or International Relations.

I invite you to send me a message if you have any questions about the content of this course.

With the 30-day 100% money back guarantee, there is no reason why you should not try the course out right now.

Who this course is for:

• Individuals interested in International Relations and the problems of international politics.

• Students of Politics and International Relations who want to consolidate their knowledge and improve their grades.

• Commentators, bloggers and journalists covering international politics.

• Policy practitioners who want to improve their analytical skills and better understand the context of their policy activities.

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