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Faculty: Faculty of Security & Strategic Studies (FSSS)

Department: Department of International Relations

Program: BSS (Hons) in International Relations

Objective

• To provide a rigorous professional graduate education with a strong practical emphasis • To conduct policy-oriented research in international relations, foreign policy, national security, strategic studies and diplomacy • To serve as both advocate and catalyst for global education by exchanging ideas with like-minded professional schools and create an inclusive community of international relations experts.

Mission

To accomplish this vision, the department of International Relations seeks to guide students towards becoming informed and active citizens in public life, both locally and internationally. We are committed to provide a rigorous course of study that emphasizes the integration of theoretical, applied, and engaged learning in international politics, political economy, diplomatic history, foreign policy making and security studies. Students leave the classroom with the knowledge and skills to critically assess contemporary political events and identify practical solutions to critical social problems.

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To provide world-leading education, foster cutting-edge research and acquaint students with the ideas and tools necessary for an increasingly dynamic and complex world.

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  • To provide students with a comprehensive and critical introduction to the national power and integrity of Bangladesh and its position in the international relations of today’s world.
  • To make students understand the history of Bangladesh’s place in international community from liberation war of 1971 onwards.
  • To make the students aware of Bangladesh’s role and position in regional politics as well as regional partnership of states for common interests.
  • To introduce students with the role and position of Bangladesh in upholding global peace and order as a valuable member of international community.

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  • Riaz, A., and Rahman, M. S. (Eds.). 2016. Routledge Handbook of Contemporary Bangladesh. Oxon: Routledge.
  • Rashid, H. 2004. International Relations and Bangladesh. Dhaka: University Press Ltd.
  • Haq. M. S., M. 1993. Bangladesh in international Politics the Dilemmas of weak States. Sterling Pub Private Ltd

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1st Semester

Objectives

  • To make the students able to understand the definitional aspects, characteristics, genesis and growth of International Relations. The basics of the actors of international politics are complemented with their role in understanding the political relations in the changing nature of International Relations.
  • To demonstrate the ideas of national power followed by its functions and explores how the balance of power impacts on international politics. Moreover, it examines the role of collective actions sparked by the reign of terror espoused by some actors of International Relations which threatens the global peace and security.
  • To explore the classical as well as contemporary theories of International Relations and their relevance in the modern political structure. It upholds the exquisite nature and orbit of the theories by reviewing political texts, policy analysis and strategy papers.
  • To offer avenues to accumulate knowledge on strategic spots, disputed islands, troubled territories and conflict-prone regions. It also analyzes how these catalyze the contentions and conflicts and identifies the significance of subjects in the contexts of geopolitics.

Outcomes

  • After the completion of this course students will be able to understand the definitional aspects, characteristics, genesis and growth of International Relations.

References

  • Griffiths, M., O’Callaghan & Roach, S. C., (2007) International Relations: The Key Concepts, Routledge.
  • Jackson, R. & Sorensen G. (2013) Introduction to International Relations, Oxford University Press.
  • Mingst, K. A. & Arreguin-Toft, I. M. (2017), Essentials of International Relations, New York and London

Objectives

  • This course will begin by introducing students to some of the basic theoretical concepts, ideas and political institutions in Political Science. It is broken down into several sub-disciplines; political theory, comparative politics, public administration, internal relations, public law, and political methodology. It is hoped that at the end of the course students will have a broader understanding and further curiosity of the political ideas and institutions. They should also be able to appreciate the importance and relevance of Political Science and International Relations.

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  • By the end of the course, students are expected to be able to: • Understand Political Science as a Discipline; • Identify the fundamental Concepts of Political Science; • Critically analyze Political Thoughts • Understand Political Institutions • Understand Politics and Political Process • Analyze Political Parties and Pressure Groups • Analyze Political System of UK, USA, China and Bangladesh.

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  • Rod Haque et al, Comparative Government and Politics: An Introduction, Macmillan, 1992.
  • Goodin, Robert E. Ed., A New Handbook of Political Science, OUP, 2003.
  • David Marsh and Gerry Stroker, Theory and Methods in Political Science, Palgrave, 2002.
  • Gabriel A. Almond, Ventures in Political Science: Narratives and Reflections, LynneReinner, 2002.

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  • To teach grammar and vocabulary in a contextualized way using inductive mode of teaching.
  • To reinforce English grammatical rules
  • To give the students exposure to different types of texts in English in order to keep them informed and to develop them as critical readers.
  • To develop skills in brainstorming and writing well-organized paragraphs and also to teach how to edit and revise their own
  • To demonstrate an ability to prepare and deliver effective spoken responses
  • To teach how to write formal letters for a range of academic purposes.
  • To prepare students to improve skills in critical reading and thinking.
  • To prepare students to develop skills to communicate effectively and professionally.
  • To prepare students to develop presentation skills

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  • Students will develop their reading skill through various reading techniques (skimming, scanning, inference, summarizing etc) which will enable them to understand, analyze and evaluate reading texts.
  • By practicing writing different types of paragraphs, essays, Book/ film review, Response paper and project proposal/ Technical report, students are going to acquire a good command over structure and techniques of writing short and long compositions in most areas of writing.
  • Vocabulary lessons will help develop students’ ability to express themselves through writing and speaking for academic and other purposes
  • Students will be able to initiate, organize, and present their own thoughts and ideas in English while exploring different aspects of the language.
  • Through an inductive way of learning grammar, students will be able to use grammatically correct and contextually and culturally appropriate language in speaking and writing for effective communication in a variety of interpersonal and academic situations.
  • Classroom interaction, group discussion, peer feedback, individual or group presentation will make the class more participatory, lively, and interesting. This will also enhance students’ capacity to think critically, and to organize and present their own thoughts and ideas in English.

References

  • Azar, B.S (2006) Fundamentals of English Grammar, Prentice Hall Regents, NJ, USA
  • Liz, S. & John S. (2004). New Headway (Intermediate Student’s Book). Oxford: Oxford University Press.
  • Oxford, R.L. (2005) Tapestry Writing Series 1 to 4 (editor) ,Thomson- Heinle, Melbourne
  • Oxford, R.L. (2005) Tapestry Listening and Speaking Series 1 to 42 (editor) , Thomson- Heinle, Melbourne
  • Oxford, R.L. (2005) Tapestry Reading Series 1 to 4 (editor), Thomson- Heinle, Melbourne
  • Langan, J.(2001). English Skill (7th ed.) . New York: McGraw-Hill Publications
  • Murphy, R. (2009). Intermediate English Grammar (3rd ed.) / (Latest Edition). Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
  • Lesikar, R.V & Flately, M.E. ( 2008) Basic Business Communication, McGraw Hill Publishers
  • Hancock, M (2007) English Pronunciation in Use- Intermediate ( Book with CD-Rom), Cambridge University Press, Melbourne

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  • To give a basic idea about nature and scope Philosophy
  • To introduce basic moral theories of Ethics
  • To make a connection with logical tools of Philosophy

Outcomes

  • Students can relate their own theoretical learnings with philosophical backgrounds
  • They can evaluate the facts with moral judgement
  • Students can increase their critical thinking and logical analysis.

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  • An Outline of Philosophy
  • An Introduction to Ethics
  • Living Issues in Plisophy
  • History of Western philosphy
  • Philosophical Problems and Arguments: An Introduction
  • An Introduction to Logic

Objectives

  • To develop the communication skills of the students, with a special focus on public speaking skills like formal presentations, impromptu speeches and formal speeches.
  • To enable learners to use English in real-life situations, both formal and informal.
  • To mould the learners into confident, knowledgeable, smart and organized individuals.
  • • To develop the communication skills of the students, with a special focus on public speaking skills like formal presentations, impromptu speeches and formal speeches. • To enable learners to use English in real-life situations, both formal and informal. • To mould the learners into confident, knowledgeable, smart and organized individuals

Outcomes

  • Develop fluency in conversation and efficiency in interaction skills
  • Use grammar accurately in verbal communications, especially in presentations
  • Become effective and efficient communicators in English
  • Become confident, knowledgeable and organized individuals who are adept in both impromptu and pre-prepared speech
  • After completing this course, a learner will be able to: • Develop fluency in conversation and efficiency in interactional skills • Use grammar accurately in verbal communications, especially in presentations • Become effective and efficient communicators in English • Become confident, knowledgeable and organized individuals who are adept in both impromptu and pre-prepared speech
  • Develop fluency in conversation and efficiency in interaction skills
  • Use grammar accurately in verbal communications, especially in presentations
  • Become effective and efficient communicators in English
  • Become confident, knowledgeable and organized individuals who are adept in both impromptu and pre-prepared speech
  • After completing this course, a learner will be able to: • Develop fluency in conversation and efficiency in interactional skills • Use grammar accurately in verbal communications, especially in presentations • Become effective and efficient communicators in English • Become confident, knowledgeable and organized individuals who are adept in both impromptu and pre-prepared speech

References

  • The Art of Speaking
  • Public Speaking
  • Public Speaking: College and Career
  • Public Speaking: College and Career,Hamilton Gregory (5th edition or any editions after that),McGraw Hill
  • The Art of Speaking,Stephen E Lucas (7th edition or any editions after that),McGraw Hill
  • Public Speaking ,Michael and Suzanne Osborn (4th edition or any editions after that),A.I.T.B.S. Publishers and Distributors(Regd.)
  • • Presentation Skills- Steve Mandel, 3rd Edition.
  • The Art of Speaking,Stephen E Lucas (7th edition or any editions after that),McGraw Hill
  • The Art of Speaking,Stephen E Lucas (7th edition or any editions after that),McGraw Hill

2nd Semester

Objectives

  • Describe the Nation-State system and identify the role and impact of The Nation-State system at Different scales, from the local to the global level.
  • Understand the role of space plays in local, National, and International Politics.
  • Synthesize in writing and discussion how political geography has Theorized major course topics (State and Territory, Nationalism, identity, landscape, citizenship, colonialism, globalization, geopolitics, gender, and resistance) in a final portfolio project.
  • Demonstrate through writing and discussion an ability to read, comprehend, and analyze scholarly articles.

Outcomes

  • After the completion of this course, students will be able to think critically and theoretically about the dynamic role of geography in world politics that imposes consequences on countries and citizens of the world.
  • They will also be able to analyze whether studying political geography is relevant under the purview of international relations.

References

  • India and China in South Asia: Bangladesh’s Opportunities and Challenges
  • The SAGE Handbook of Political Geography
  • An Introduction to Political Geography: Space, Place and Politics
  • Political Geography

Objectives

  • To understand the existing logic, concepts, and functions of states since 1648
  • To be able to appraise the political and legal dimensions of different states
  • To think critically and theoretically about the dynamic roles of great powers in world politics and the consequences on countries and citizens of the world

Outcomes

  • After the completion of this course students will be able to think critically and theoretically about the dynamic roles of great powers in world politics and the consequences on countries and citizens of the world

References

  • McNeil, William H. 1982. The Pursuit of Power: Technology, Armed Force, and Society since A.D. 1000. Chicago: The University of Chicago Press.
  • Parker, Geoffrey. 1996. The Military Revolution: Military Innovation and the Rise of the West, 1500 – 1800. 2nd Ed. New York: Cambridge University Press.
  • Strachan, Hew. 1983. European Armies and the Conduct of War. London: Routledge
  • Stern, Fritz. (Ed.) 1973. The Varieties of History: From Voltaire to the Present. New York: Vintage Books. 2nd Edition. Introduction, Chapters 2, 3, 6, 8, 9, and 13 from Part I, and Chapters 6, 7, 9, 12, 13, and 14 from Part II
  • Cummings, Bruce. 1993. “‘Revisiting Postrevisionism’: or, The Poverty of Theory in Diplomatic History.” Diplomatic History

Objectives

  • Comprehend basic economic terminologies and use it in suitable contexts
  • Apply the concepts of scarcity, efficiency and opportunity costs for making economic choices.
  • Explain the relationship between supply, demand, and prices in an economy.
  • Understand how markets function.
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing on various economic topics.

Outcomes

  • Describe and explain how microeconomic models (Circular-flow diagram, Production Possibility Frontier etc.) can be used to consider fundamental economic choices of households and firms.
  • Apply mathematical tools to formulate and solve economic problems.

References

  • Principles of Economics, 8th Edition
  • Microeconomics, 4th Edition
  • International Political Economy, 6th Edition

Objectives

  • The course is designed for the students of BSS program in International Relations to provide them an introductory idea of the real world. In doing so, this course includes some specific objectives:
  • to discuss the basic concepts of the real world e.g., culture, civilization etc.
  • to analyze those concepts and variables in the context of a particular social system and any social
  • to identify how the sociological perspectives illuminate understanding
  • to discuss specific areas of study within sociology
  • to synthesize the local and global nature and impacts of social circumstances
  • to examine theoretical perspectives and be able to apply them to current issues; and to evaluate ideas and
  • debates using the sociological perspective

Outcomes

  • To analyze everyday social processes and current events
  • To demonstrate an understanding of the interplay between social context and individual factors underlying human diversity
  • To interplay between social context and individual factors underlying human diversity
  • To identify the values and social structures that organize human societies
  • To know how to conduct social scientific research
  • To employ competing sociological theories to explain social phenomena

References

  • 1. Henry L. Tischler (2011), Sociology (10th Edition), Wadworth 20, Davis Drive, Belmont, CA, USA, ISBN 13-978-0-495-80440-6
  • Steve Bruce (2000) SOCIOLOGY A Very Short Introduction OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS Great Clarendon Street, Oxford ox2 6DP. ISBN 0-19-285380-5
  • Theodor W. Adorno (2000) INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY Edited by Christoph Godde Translated by Edmund J ephcott, Stanford University Press Stanford, California. ISBN 0-8047-4683-4
  • Martin Albrow Sociology: The Basics, First published 1999 by Routledge 11 New Fetter Lane, London EC4P 4EE, ISBN 0-203-44918-5 Master e-book ISBN
  • C.N. Shankar Rao, Sociology, Primary Principles. S. Chand & Company Ltd. 4th Edition (2012), ISBN 81-219-1036-6
  • Phillip Kottak Conrad, Cultural Anthropology, The University of Michigan, 9th edition (2002), T., Russell, H. and Whelan, C.T. (eds)

Objectives

  • The course intends to equip students with factual knowledge and analytical skills that will enable them to learn and critically appreciate history, society, politics, and economy of Bangladesh. It will trace the historical root of Bangladesh as an independent state focusing on the social, economic and political developments that have taken place since its independence. It will also identify the major socio-economic, political, environmental and developmental issues that have arisen during this period, before assessing the progress over time.
  • The course intends to equip students with factual knowledge and analytical skills that will enable them to learn and critically appreciate history, society, politics, and economy of Bangladesh. It will trace the historical root of Bangladesh as an independent state focusing on the social, economic and political developments that have taken place since its independence. It will also identify the major socio-economic, political, environmental and developmental issues that have arisen during this period, before assessing the progress over time.

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  • By the end of the course, the students will be able to:
  • They will be able to know the history and political development of Bangladesh
  • This will enable students to understand the very foundation of our culture, politics and administration
  • Students will be able to understand the political culture of Bangladesh
  • They will be able to critically analyse the emergence of different political parties in Bangladesh
  • This will help the students to understand the foreign policy that has been shaped in a particular way

References

  • •Caramani, Daniele ed. 2008 Comparative Politics, New York, Oxford University Press. • Boix, Carles and Stokes, Susan C. 2007 The Oxford Hand Book of Comparative Politics, New York, Oxford University Press. •Kesselman, M., Krieger, Joel, Joseph W. A. 2007 Introduction to Comparative Politics: Political Challenges and Changing Agendas, Boston, Wadsworth Cengage Learning • Sodaro, Michael J., 2008 Comparative Politics: A Global Introduction, New York, McGraw Hill. • Hague, Rod, Harrop, Martin, 2004, Comparative Government and Politics: An Introduction, New York, Palgrave Macmillan. •Landman, Todd, 2005, Issues and Methods in Comparative Politics: An Introduction, London, Routledge.

3rd Semester

Objectives

  • By the end of this course students should: 1 Be able to identify key issues facing the contemporary world 2. Be able to identify key environmental, political social and cultural factors shaping these key issues 3. Be able to identify important persons, institutions shaping contemporary global affairs 4. Be able to identify key geographic hotspots.

Outcomes

  • Solidified knowledge on global issues and their dynamics that affect international relations.

References

  • Global Politics, Andrew Heywood
  • Global Issues Overview, United Nations

Objectives

  • This course will focus on basic knowledge acquisition in the field of strategic studies, its history, theories and practices.

Outcomes

  • Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to: 1. Apply key Strategic Studies concepts and theories to historical and contemporary issues and cases. 2. Advanced theoretical and operational understanding of the characteristics, practise and profound effects of use of force by states and non-state actors throughout the international system 3. Learn about the contribution of strategy as a mechanism for the application of power and force, addressing the nature of strategy

References

  • John R. Short, An Introduction to Political Geography, Routledge, 1993.
  • Martin Ira Glassner, Political Geography, 1996.
  • Paul Buckholts, Political geography, Ronald Press Co., 1966.
  • John Short, An Introduction To Political Geography, Routledge, 1993

Objectives

  • Understand the core ideas about Media and International Relations.
  • Relate the theories of media to the contexts of different world events.
  • Analyze the pattern of relations among the countries of the world from media perspective.
  • Understand the core ideas about Media and International Relations.
  • Relate the theories of media to the contexts of different world events.
  • Analyze the pattern of relations among the countries of the world from media perspective

Outcomes

  • Connecting media with world politics

References

  • Atkinson, Max. 1984. Our Masters Voices: Language and Body Language of Politics. London: Routledge.
  • Carruthers, Susan. 2000. Media at War: Communication and Conflict in the Twentieth Century. London: Palgrave Macmillan.
  • Chesebro, James W. and Dale A. Bertelsen. 1998. Analyzing Media: Communication Technologies as Symbolic and Cognitive Systems. New York: Guilford Press.
  • Norris, P. M. Kern and M. Just (eds.) 2003. Framing Terrorism: The News Media, the Government and the Public.
  • MacArthur, Brian, ed. 1999. The Penguin Book of Twentieth Century Speeches. London: Penguin Books.
  • Burchill, S., Linklater, A., Devetak, R., Donnelly, J., Paterson, M., Reus-Smit, C. & True, J. (2005), Theories of International Relations, Palgrave, Macmillan, New York.
  • Carruthers, Susan. 2000. Media at War: Communication and Conflict in the Twentieth Century. London: Palgrave Macmillan.
  • Chesebro, James W. and Dale A. Bertelsen. 1998. Analyzing Media: Communication Technologies as Symbolic and Cognitive Systems. New York: Guilford Press.

Objectives

  • To provide students with a comprehensive and critical introduction to the national power and integrity of Bangladesh and its position in the international relations of today’s world.
  • To make students understand the history of Bangladesh’s place in international community from liberation war of 1971 onwards.
  • To make the students aware of Bangladesh’s role and position in regional politics as well as regional partnership of states for common interests.
  • To introduce students with the role and position of Bangladesh in upholding global peace and order as a valuable member of international community.

Outcomes

  • Upon completing this course, students will be able to: 1. Understand the national power and integrity of Bangladesh and its position in the international relations of today’s world. 2. Understand Bangladesh’s role and position in regional politics as well as regional partnership of states for common interests. 3. Understand the role and position of Bangladesh in upholding global peace and order as a valuable member of international community.

References

  • Riaz, A., and Rahman, M. S. (Eds.). 2016. Routledge Handbook of Contemporary Bangladesh. Oxon: Routledge.
  • Rashid, H. 2004. International Relations and Bangladesh. Dhaka: University Press Ltd.
  • Haq. M. S., M. 1993. Bangladesh in international Politics the Dilemmas of weak States. Sterling Pub Private Ltd
  • Riaz, A., and Rahman, M. S. (Eds.). 2016. Routledge Handbook of Contemporary Bangladesh. Oxon: Routledge.
  • Rashid, H. 2004. International Relations and Bangladesh. Dhaka: University Press Ltd.
  • Haq. M. S., M. 1993. Bangladesh in international Politics the Dilemmas of weak States. Sterling Pub Private Ltd

Objectives

  •  Develop knowledge of, and developed insights into, key issues and concerns of major countries’ foreign policy, practice and theories  Demonstrate ability to understand the history and contemporary themes in foreign policies of different nations.  Demonstrate ability to critically evaluate central themes, propositions and concepts in foreign policy studies  Develop the skills to work collaboratively in teams as well as individually in a learning and research environment  Demonstrate an interest in and commitment to continuous learning and research

Outcomes

  •  Develop knowledge of, and developed insights into, key issues and concerns of major countries’ foreign policy, practice and theories  Demonstrate ability to understand the history and contemporary themes in foreign policies of different nations.  Demonstrate ability to critically evaluate central themes, propositions and concepts in foreign policy studies  Develop the skills to work collaboratively in teams as well as individually in a learning and research environment  Demonstrate an interest in and commitment to continuous learning and research
  •  Develop knowledge of, and developed insights into, key issues and concerns of major countries’ foreign policy, practice and theories  Demonstrate ability to understand the history and contemporary themes in foreign policies of different nations.  Demonstrate ability to critically evaluate central themes, propositions and concepts in foreign policy studies  Develop the skills to work collaboratively in teams as well as individually in a learning and research environment  Demonstrate an interest in and commitment to continuous learning and research

References

  • Foreign Policy: Theories, Actors, Cases (3rd Edn) Edited By Steve Smith, Amelia Hadfield, And Tim Dunne, 2016 II. Breuning, M. (2007). Foreign Policy Analysis: A Comparative Introduction, Palgrave Macmillan Us III. Jean-Frédéric Morin, Jonathan Paquin (2018) Foreign Policy Analysis: A Toolbox, Springer IV. The New Foreign Policy: Power Seeking In A Globalized Era, Laura Neack, Rowman & Littlefield, 2008 V. American Foreign Policy: Pattern and Process, Seventh Ed I T Ion, Eugene R. Wittkopf, Late, Louisiana State University, Christopher M. Jones, Northern Illinois University, With Charles W. Kegley, Jr., University Of South Carolina.

4th Semester

Objectives

  • Objective of this course is to make learners able to use French as a beginner user. This course is designed with a view to providing knowledge about the French language of level 2. This course will help students to develop their proficiency for effective communication in everyday life and different situations. As per modern pedagogy, emphasis given on a function based communicative approach in order to facilitate all four skills of French language e.g. listening, speaking, reading and writing. Participants will develop their vocabulary, grammar, structural accuracy, pronunciation, oral fluency and overall acquisition through different activities, exercises and audio-visual support.

Outcomes

  • Elementary Level Proficiency

References

  • Internet:TV 5 monde
  • Le Nouveau Taxi 1 Cahier d'excercises

Objectives

  •  Develop knowledge of, and developed insights into, key issues and concerns of major countries’ foreign policy, practice and theories  Demonstrate ability to understand the history and contemporary themes in foreign policies of different nations.  Demonstrate ability to critically evaluate central themes, propositions and concepts in foreign policy studies  Develop the skills to work collaboratively in teams as well as individually in a learning and research environment  Demonstrate an interest in and commitment to continuous learning and research

Outcomes

  • Develop the skills to work collaboratively in teams as well as individually in a learning and research environment
  • Students gain insight into the actual decision-making processes of political leaders.

References

  • Oxford Handbook of Indian Foreign Policy

Objectives

  • To give students a clear understanding about the emergence of institutions.
  • To discuss the role of IR theories in developing institutions.
  • To introduce the basic features of regional and international institutions.
  • To trace the historical developments, structural formation as well as contemporized critical evolution of institutions.
  • To critically evaluate the role of regional and international institutions in contemporary global politics.

Outcomes

  • By the end of the course, students are expected to understand the role of regional and international institutions in contemporary global politics

References

  • Karns, Margaret P., and Karen A. Mingst. International Organizations: The Politics and Processes of Global Governance. Boulder, Col.: Lynne Rienner Publ., 2015.
  • Barkin, J. Samuel. International Organization: Theories and Institutions. New York, NY: Palgrave Macmillan, 2013.
  • Heywood, Andrew. Global Politics. London: Palgrave Macmillan, 2015.

Objectives

  • The learning objectives of this course are as follows: a. To provide students with a comprehensive and critical introduction to the wide field of Peace Studies, b. Students will be able to know the development of peace and conflict studies as an academic field in the faculty of social sciences and its multi-varied areas. c. This course will also focus on how peace and conflict studies is related with other branches of social sciences, i.e. political science, sociology, psychology and international relations. d. This course will also focus on key theories and concepts

Outcomes

  • At the end of the course, students will be able to understand and analyze various aspects of peace and conflict related issues.

References

  • Barash, P., Approaches to Peace: A Reader in Peace Studies, London: Oxford University Press, 2000
  • Barash, P. &Webel, C., Peace and Conflict Studies Washington D.C: Sage Publications, 2002
  • Galtung, J., Jacobsen, C.l G and Brand-Jacobsen, k. F., Searching for Peace: The Road to Transcend, First edition, London: Pluto Press in Association with Transcend, 2000
  • Galtung, Johan, Peace by Peaceful Means: Peace and Conflict, Development and Civilization, London: Sage Publications, 1996

Objectives

  • Develop a foundational understanding of competing schools of thought in contemporary international development. • Integrate theory and practice through applying theory to current events and historical cases via written work. • Assess how theory and research are put into practice via institutions, programs, and policies

Outcomes

  • At the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: 1 Develop knowledge of, and developed insights into, key issues and concerns of development policy, practice and theory 2 Demonstrate ability to understand the history and application of key theoretical approaches to international development 3 Demonstrate ability to critically evaluate central themes, propositions and concepts in development studies 4 Develop the skills to work collaboratively in teams as well as individually in a learning and research environment 5 Demonstrate an interest in and commitment to continuous learning and social scientific research

References

  • Introduction to International Development: Approaches, Actors and Issues, 3rd Edition
  • Roger Riddell, Does Foreign Aid Really Work? (Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2008)

5th Semester

Objectives

  • The learning objectives of this course are as follows: Nature and function—Concept, evolution and sources, Relations between International Law and Municipal Law Responsibility , Extradition, Recognition of States & Government Law of Treaty Protection of Environment ,International protection of Human Rights , Peaceful Settlements of International Disputes

Outcomes

  • At the end of the course, students will be able to understand and analyze various aspects of International Laws and related issues.

References

  • J. G. Starke, An Introduction to International Law
  • J. L. Brierly, The Law of Nations.
  • G. V. Glahn, Law Among Nations An Introduction to Public International Law.
  • E. M. Satow, A Guide to Diplomatic Practice

Objectives

  • The major objective of the course is to strengthen students’ ideas about the theoretical frameworks of International Relations. By the end of this course you should be able to: 1. Understand the core ideas about the theories of International Relations. 2. Relate the theories to the contexts of different world events. 3. Analyze the pattern of relations among the countries of the world.
  • Understand the core ideas about the theories of International Relations
  • Relate the theories to the contexts of different world events.
  • Analyze the pattern of relations among the countries of the world.

Outcomes

  • The course deals with three basic themes. The first theme includes the major approaches to International Relations, the second theme includes the traditional understanding of International relations and the third theme entails the alternative theories to understand International Relations. This course helps to understand which theoretical framework can best explain the pattern of international relations in the international system.
  • Understand the core ideas about the theories of International Relations
  • Relate the theories to the contexts of different world events.
  • Analyze the pattern of relations among the countries of the world.

References

  • Burchill, S., Linklater, A., Devetak, R., Donnelly, J., Paterson, M., Reus-Smit, C. & True, J. (2005), Theories of International Relations, Palgrave, Macmillan, New York. Mingst, K. A. & Arreguin-Toft, I. M. (2017), Essentials of International Relations, New York and London. Smith, S., Booth, K. & Zalewski, M. (1996), International Theory: Positivism & Beyond, Cambridge University Press. Steans, J., Pettiford, L., Diez, T. & El-Anis, I. (2010), An Introduction to International Relations Theory, Pearson Ediucation Limited, England. Sutch, P. & Elias, J. (2007), International Relations: The Basics, Routledge, Weber, C. (2005), International Relations Theory: A Critical Introduction, Routledge, London and Canada.
  • Burchill, S., Linklater, A., Devetak, R., Donnelly, J., Paterson, M., Reus-Smit, C. & True, J. (2005), Theories of International Relations, Palgrave, Macmillan, New York.
  • Mingst, K. A. & Arreguin-Toft, I. M. (2017), Essentials of International Relations, New York and London.
  • Smith, S., Booth, K. & Zalewski, M. (1996), International Theory: Positivism & Beyond, Cambridge University Press.
  • Steans, J., Pettiford, L., Diez, T. & El-Anis, I. (2010), An Introduction to International Relations Theory, Pearson Ediucation Limited, England.
  • Sutch, P. & Elias, J. (2007), International Relations: The Basics, Routledge
  • Weber, C. (2005), International Relations Theory: A Critical Introduction, Routledge, London and Canada.

Objectives

  • The major objective of the course is to enlighten students about the anatomy of UN Peace Support Operations in the contemporary world. By the end of this course, students will be able to: I. Understand how UN peace support operations are designed, organized and implemented. II. Comprehend whether powerful nations capitalize peacekeeping operations to capture resources. III. Fathom the complexity of maintaining healthy relations with various stakeholders. IV. Write a detail paper on a particular recent international issue exemplifying multiple historical events.

Outcomes

  • This course will also focus on key theories and concepts I. The new and challenging environment that confronts UN peace operations, including asymmetrical warfare, terrorist operations, drone surveillance, and organized crime. II. The planning and implementation of modern peace operations, including the role played by the Security Council, NATO, EU, AU, troop contributing countries and the United States. III. How to plan and conduct peace operations based on achieving a set of desired objectives and end states. IV. The planning of a peace operation through interactive role play with a diverse group of well-informed fellow professionals.
  • This course will also focus on key theories and concepts I. The new and challenging environment that confronts UN peace operations, including asymmetrical warfare, terrorist operations, drone surveillance, and organized crime. II. The planning and implementation of modern peace operations, including the role played by the Security Council, NATO, EU, AU, troop contributing countries and the United States. III. How to plan and conduct peace operations based on achieving a set of desired objectives and end states. IV. The planning of a peace operation through interactive role play with a diverse group of well-informed fellow professionals.
  • This course will also focus on key theories and concepts I. The new and challenging environment that confronts UN peace operations, including asymmetrical warfare, terrorist operations, drone surveillance, and organized crime. II. The planning and implementation of modern peace operations, including the role played by the Security Council, NATO, EU, AU, troop contributing countries and the United States. III. How to plan and conduct peace operations based on achieving a set of desired objectives and end states. IV. The planning of a peace operation through interactive role play with a diverse group of well-informed fellow professionals.

References

  • Textbooks I. Alex J. Bellamy, Paul Williams, and Stuart Griffin , Understanding Peacekeeping, Feb 2010, Polity II. Norrie Macqueen, Peacekeeping and the International System, Routledge, London and New York, 2006. III. D. S. Gordon and F. H. Yoase (ed.), Aspects of Peacekeeping, Frank Cass, London, Portland Publishers (2001). IV. Dennis C. Jett, Why Peacekeeping Fails, Palgrave, 1999. V. John Mackinlay, The Peacekeepers- An assessment of Peacekeeping Operations at the Arab –Israel Interface, London, Boston, Sydney, 1989

Objectives

  • This course aims to provide the students with the necessary knowledge and tools which will allow them to understand and position themselves critically with regard to a variety of issues related to political thoughts and ideologies.
  • At the end of the course, students will be equipped with both the historical, political, and legal knowledge necessary to understand the main challenges involving the legal and institutional apparatus.

Outcomes

  • Students will be able to have gained an understanding of the range of perspectives on ideas, theories, thoughts and ideological issues related to IR
  • Students will be able to apply theoretical tools in the analysis of issues of political thoughts
  • Students will have increased confidence in their ability to communicate, to think critically, and to participate as a member of a group.

References

  • Boucher, D. and Kelly, P. (eds.) Political Thinkers: From Socrates to the Present. Oxford: Oxford University Press. (2009)
  • Ryan, A. On Politics: A History of Political Thought From Herodotus to the Present. NY: Liveright Publishing Corporation. (2012)
  • Russell, B. A History of Western Philosophy. New York: Routledge. (1995)

Objectives

  • The course provides training in core methods expected to be required by students intending to undertake qualitative research, together with an understanding of broader qualitative approaches/methodologies within which they may be utilized. The course objectives can be summarized as:
  • 1. Introducing students to qualitative research methods and discussing the appropriateness of these methods for different areas of research and types of research questions.
  • 2. Exposing students to insights in the practice of qualitative research and encouraging them to experiment in the use of the fundamental methods for qualitative data collection and analysis.
  • 3. Sharing experience in collecting, analyzing, and reporting from qualitative research, and discussing the challenges and opportunities of publishing qualitative research.

Outcomes

  • Following the completion of this course, students will be familiar with: •
  • Interviewing techniques
  • Ethnographic research
  • Participatory and non-participatory observation
  • Data analysis techniques
  • Validity, reliability, and ethical concerns in qualitative research
  • Writing qualitative research reports

References

  • 1. Creswell, John (2007) Qualitative Inquiry and Research Design (2nd edition). London: Sage Publication Ltd.
  • 2. Creswell, John (2009) Research design: qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches (3rd edition). London: Sage Publication Ltd.
  • 3. Marvasti, Amir B. (2004) Qualitative research in Sociology. London: Sage Publication Ltd.
  • 4. Mayan, Maria J.(2009) Essentials of Qualitative Inquiry. London: Routledge.
  • 5. Mack, Natasha et al (2005) Qualitative Research Methods: A Data Collector’s Field Guide. North Carolina: USAID
  • 6. Yin, Robert K. (2011) Qualitative Research from start to Finish. New York: The Guilford Press
  • 1. Bloor, M. et al (2002) Focus Groups in Social Research. London: Sage Publication Ltd.
  • 2. Charmaz, K. (2006) Constructing Grounded Theory: A practical Guide through Qualitative Analysis. London: Sage Publication Ltd.
  • 3. Czarniawska, B. (2004) Narratives in Social Science Research. London: Sage Publication Ltd.
  • 4. Flick, U. (2018) The Sage Handbook of Qualitative Data Collection. London: Sage Publication Ltd.
  • 5. Gobo, G. (2008) Doing Ethnography. London: Sage Publication Ltd.
  • 9. Richards, L. (1999) Using NVivo in Qualitative Research. London: Sage Publication Ltd.

6th Semester

Objectives

  • To expand knowledge of students on the global environment and the politics of addressing environmental problems
  • To expand the knowledge of students on globalization, international relations, development, culture, and economics as a prerequisit for them to understand global environmental politics
  • To enhance the capacity of students regarding critical thinking, reading, and academic writing

Outcomes

  • Improved knowledge of climate system and climate change
  • Understanding of politics regarding environmental issues
  • Learning major worldviews on environmental change
  • Knowing main actors and their role in global environmental governance
  • Learning about the historical evolution of environmentalism

References

  • Global Environmental Politics
  • Paths to a Green World The Political Economy of the Global Environment

Objectives

  • At the end of each class, students will be able to analyze and understand the concept of low intensity conflict, insurgency, international terrorism and the contemporary issues are implicated in terrorists’ activities. In the progress of the course the students will meet with different important international and domestic case studies.

Outcomes

  • Upon completing this course, students will be able to: I. Understand the concept of low intensity conflicts. II. Realize the basic ideas and theories of these types of conflicts. III. Understand the idea of counterinsurgency and its tactics IV. Comprehend the dynamics of ethnicity and ethnic conflicts V. Grasp the thought of international terrorism, insurgency and guerilla warfare. VI. Understand different case studies

References

  • Low Intensity Warfare: Counterinsurgency, Pro-insurgency, and Antiterrorism in the Eighties by Michael T. Klare and Peter Kornbluh (Dec 12, 1987)
  • Low-Intensity Conflict by James Gallagher (Sep 1, 1992)
  • Low Intensity Conflicts in India: An Analysis by Vivek Chadha (Mar 23, 2005)

Objectives

  • The course seeks to provide students with a deeper understanding of the complex and controversial dynamics of international migration, its causes and consequences, and the challenges it presents to policy makers. Popular myths about migrants and migration will be challenged as the course addresses the highly-charged issues of immigration control and migrant integration. The role of employers, governments, and international organizations such as the European Union will be analysed as the course analyses the origins and effectiveness of current policy responses to immigration. Finally, the course also aims to put current policy debates into the context of wider normative debates about the ethics of immigration and immigration controls.

Outcomes

  • Students who have successfully completed this course should have: an appreciation of relevant theoretical perspectives as well as empirical knowledge of the causes and consequences of international migration; an understanding of why immigration has become such a dominant political issue, why it poses challenges for liberal societies and why policy-makers have struggled to effectively address them; familiarity with the main academic and policy debates in the field of international migration and migrant integration; developed their own informed views about the desirability and feasibility of different policy options to address the challenges of international migration.

References

  • Hampshire J. (2013), The Politics of Immigration: Contradictions of the Liberal State;
  • • Castles S. and M. J. Miller (2013) The Age of Migration (5th edn);
  • Kivisto P. and T. Faist (2010) Beyond a Border: The Causes and Consequences of Contemporary Immigration.
  • • Elena Fiddian-Qasmiyeh, Gil Loescher, Katy Long and Nando Sigona (eds.), Oxford Handbook of Refugee and Forced Migration Studies, Oxford University Press, 2014.
  • • Triandafyllidou, Anna, ed. Routledge handbook of immigration and refugee studies. Routledge, 2015.
  • • Alexander Betts and Gil Loescher (eds.), Refugees in International Relations, Oxford University Press, 2011.
  • • Khalid Koser, International Migration: A Very Short Introduction, Oxford University Press, 2007.
  • • Peter Gatrell, The Making of Modern Refugees, Oxford University Press, 2013.
  • • Žižek, Slavoj. Against the Double Blackmail: Refugees, Terror and Other Troubles with the Neighbours. Penguin UK, 2016.

Objectives

  • By drawing on reading from International Relations (IR) and Comparative Politics (CP), this course will begin charting a path towards understanding the volatile political landscape of contemporary South Asia. More specifically, this course will focus on the following issues: • A historical and geopolitical understanding of South Asian region • Democratization progress • Religious fundamentalism and transnational terrorism • India-Pakistan rivalry • Territorial disputes and resolution • India’s potential rise as a regional hegemon • Political, economic and military conflict • Trade proliferation and cooperation, future of SAARC • Nuclear proliferation in South Asia • Democratic progress in South Asian states • The rise of China and South Asia’s future

Outcomes

  • This course will also focus on key theories and concepts I. To provide students with a comprehensive and systematic introduction to the comparative political study of the eight nations of South Asia II. This course will also address several topical areas of inquiry: political culture and heritage, government structure and institutions, political parties and leader, conflict and resolution. III. To provide student about the shed focus on issues like- India-Pakistan conflict, religious fundamentalism, transnational terrorism, border conflicts, trade and business, regional organization (SAARC)

References

  • Paul R. Bras. Routledge Handbook of South Asian Politics: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. Routledge, New York (2010). II. Neil De Votta. An Introduction to South Asian Politics. Routledge, New York (2016) III. Kapur, Ashok. India and the South Asian Strategic Triangle, Routledge security in Asia series, New York, NY (2011) IV. Johnson, Rob. A Region in Turmoil South Asian Conflicts Since, Reaktion Books Ltd, London (2005) V. Partha S. Ghosh, An Enigma that is South Asia: India versus the Region, Asia-Pacific Review, Routledge, New York (2013) VI. Graham P. Chapman, The Geopolitics of South Asia from Early Empires to the Nuclear Age, London (2009)

Objectives

  • The main objective of the course is to teach the students about how to analyze quantitative data.

Outcomes

  • The students will learn how to analyze quantitative social data in the field of IR
  • The students will be able to analyze both descriptive and inferential statistical analysis
  • The students will be able to conduct different tests of hypothesis i.e., chi-square, t, z, F etc.
  • The students will be able to conduct the bi-variate and multivariate analyses of social data. variables.

References

  • Neuman, W/L. 2014. Social Research Methods: Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches
  • John W. Creswell. 2014, “Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches”, Access: https://books.google.com.bd/books/about/Research_Design.html?id=4uB76IC_pOQC&redir_esc=y
  • Bhattacherjee, Anol. 2012, "Social Science Research: Principles, Methods, and Practices“.

7th Semester

Objectives

  • To develop students understanding of distinct concepts, analytical ability to the multidimensional aspects, causes and consequence of Globalization.
  • To provide ideas about development of Globalization process through historical perspective and introduce with different theoretical understanding of globalization.
  • Understand and analyze diversified experiences of Globalization in terms of class, country, gender, nationality, race, religion, urban/rural location and so on.
  • Explore normative questions in relation to security, democracy and equity.
  • To understand, apply, analyze impacts (both positive and negative) of Globalization in social, political, economic sector and in security studies.

Outcomes

  • Develop concept and multidimensional aspect of Globalization.

References

  • Globalizing Time and Space: Temporal and Spatial Considerations in Discourses of Globalization

Objectives

  • To understand diplomacy and negotiation historically through evolution
  • Under standing transformation of diplomacy and negotiation practice
  • To understand different type of diplomacy and negotiation process
  • To understand challenges of negotiation
  • To understand how to solve conflict and do successful negotiation

Outcomes

  • Students will learn diplomacy and negotiation historically through evolution History of diplomacy
  • Students will be capable of explaining transformation of diplomacy and negotiation practice
  • Will be knowing different type of diplomacy and negotiation process
  • Will understand challenges of negotiation
  • Will be able to solve conflict and do successful negotiation by implementing theories

References

  • Viktor AleksandrovichKremeni︠u︡k, International negotiation: analysis, approaches, issues; Jossey-Bass, 2002
  • Howard Raiffa, Negotiation Analysis: The Science and Art of Collaborative Decision Making, Harvard University Press, 2002.
  • P. Terrence Hopmann, The negotiation process and the resolution of international conflicts, University of South Carolina Press, 1996
  • Brigid Starkey, Mark A. Boyer, Jonathan Wilkenfeld, Negotiating a complex world: an introduction to international negotiation, Rowman & little field, 1999.

Objectives

  • Understanding of global governance and assessment of the current challenges to global order
  • Knowledge of social, economic and political systems of major emerging global powers in comparative perspective
  • Competence in the principles and factors that guide policymaking
  • Analysis of the impact of Emerging Powers on Global Governance
  • Acquiring the skills and abilities to apply theoretical and conceptual knowledge to real-life cases and issues
  • Critical thinking about current challenges for established and emerging global powers
  • Ability to critically compare different types of political systems
  • Ability to examine, understand, synthesize and utilize core texts on comparative government and politics

Outcomes

  • Upon completing this course, students will be able to: 1. Understand global governance and assessment of the current challenges to global order 2. Understand social, economic and political systems of major emerging global powers in comparative perspective 3. Examine, understand, synthesize and utilize core texts on comparative government and politics

References

  • New donors? Emerging powers and development cooperation
  • Safe world? Emerging powers and security issues
  • Europe and emerging powers
  • Russia’s foreign policy in global context
  • Emerging powers: Status quo or revisionists?
  • India’s foreign policy in global context

Objectives

  • By completing this course, students will: • develop skills required to define policy issues and problems • articulate relevant decision-making criteria for policy analysis, evaluate alternative options, and assess the means and costs of implementation • debate theories and frameworks of public policy • deal with real world cases to acquire practical knowledge of various issue areas

Outcomes

  • Students will be able to: 1. Identify the factors that influence the direction of government action. 2. Learn about “tools” available to address policy problems. 3. Will understand effects of government action.

References

  • 1. Kraft, M.E., & Furlong. S.R. (2018). Public Policy Politics, Analysis, and Alternatives (6th ed). California: SAGE Publications Ltd.
  • 2. Birkland, T. (2015). An Introduction to the Policy Process Theories, Concepts, and Models of Public Policy Making (4th ed). New York: Routledge
  • 3. Araral, E. Jr., Fritzen, S., Howlett, M., Ramesh, M., & Wu X. (2013). Routledge Handbook of Public Policy. New York: Routledge.
  • 4. Fischer, F., Miller G., & Sidney, M. (2006). Handbook of Public Policy Analysis: Theory, Politics and Methods, Boca Raton, CRC Press
  • 5. Moran. M., Rein, M., & Goodin. R.E. (2006). The Oxford Handbook of Public Policy. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
  • 6. Narain, V. (2018). Public Policy: A View from the South. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
  • 7. Stone, D.A. (1988). Policy Paradox: The art of Political Decision Making (3rd ed). New York: W W Norton & Company.
  • 8. Bardach, E. (2012) A Practical Guide for Policy Analysis. Sage

Objectives

  • The major objective of the course is to enlighten students about the international security issues as well as the major concerns related to the field of intelligence studies that consistently dominating contemporary international system. By the end of this course, students will be able to: • Understand how international security threats are menacing the existence of human civilization. • Comprehend how powerful nations forge security strategies leading to security dilemma for others. • Apply the concepts and theories of international security in contemporary international politics. • Fathom how international security does shape the character of a global power politics. • Understand how the lines between traditional and non-traditional security issues are often blurred. • Enhance their awareness of the breadth and scope of intelligence use and procedure by introducing key examples of historical intelligence failure and intelligence success. • Encourage and enhances their critical thinking regarding the gathering, securing, storage and use of intelligence. • Write a detail paper on a particular recent international issue exemplifying multiple historical events.

Outcomes

  • By the end of this course, students will be able to: • Understand how international security threats are menacing the existence of human civilization. • Comprehend how powerful nations forge security strategies leading to security dilemma for others. • Apply the concepts and theories of international security in contemporary international politics. • Fathom how international security does shape the character of a global power politics.

References

  • Paul D. Williams, Security Studies: An Introduction, Routledge (Latest Edition)
  • Alan Collins, Contemporary Security Studies, Oxford University Press (Latest Edition)
  • The Routledge Handbook of Security edited by Myriam Dunn Cavelty and Victor Mauer.
  • Intelligence theory: key questions and debate-edited by Peter Gill, Stephen Marrin, Mark Phythian
  • Intelligence, National Security, and Foreign Policy A South Asian narrative edited by ASM Ali Ashraf

8th Semester

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Objectives

  • First and foremost, this course aims to form the foundation for a broad theoretical and empirical knowledge of the concerns of the field of comparative politics. At the end of this course, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the relationships between individuals, actors, and processes across different political systems both historical and contemporary. In recognition that this course fulfils General Education requirements, we will seek to obtain a critical perspective on our politics and the politics of other parts of the world. The primary aim is to facilitate and/or cultivate a sense of critical awareness of the world beyond our own. In our everyday lives, we generally seek to make sense of the world immediately around us. Beyond this, however, we tend to either ignore or leave to others the task of understanding. This is certainly the case with the world outside of the borders of Bangladesh. Many of us are absorbed in our personal concerns, but event after event testifies to the need for at least a basic concern and understanding of the cultures and politics of others –of other countries and other peoples. As an introduction to and a broad overview of comparative politics, this course aims to cultivate such a basic understanding or critical awareness.

Outcomes

  • By the end of the course, students are expected to be able to: • Define the key terms in Comparative Politics • Discuss the political history, institutions, political cultures, political parties, interest groups, political issues, cleavages, and the major political conflicts of various contemporary political systems • Compare and contrast major aspects of democratic and non-democratic political systems • Compare and contrast economic challenges facing developed and developing states • Debate the role of a state in economic development • Participate in group discussions about contested concepts with confidence and with tolerance for other points of view • Navigate the large amounts of research material available in this subject through both traditional academic sources and through the use of information technology • Demonstrate career readiness and leadership skills appropriate for beginning professional practice, including lifelong learning skills characterized by academic rigor, self-direction and intellectual independence

References

  • • Caramani, Daniele ed. 2008 Comparative Politics, New York, Oxford University Press. • Boix, Carles and Stokes, Susan C. 2007 The Oxford Hand Book of Comparative Politics, New York, Oxford University Press. • Kesselman, M., Krieger, Joel, Joseph W. A. 2007 Introduction to Comparative Politics: Political Challenges and Changing Agendas, Boston, Wadsworth Cengage Learning • Sodaro, Michael J., 2008 Comparative Politics: A Global Introduction, New York, McGraw Hill. • Hague, Rod, Harrop, Martin, 2004, Comparative Government and Politics: An Introduction, New York, Palgrave Macmillan. • Landman, Todd, 2005, Issues and Methods in Comparative Politics: An Introduction, London, Routledge.

Objectives

  • This course aims to provide the students with the necessary knowledge and tools which will allow them to understand and position themselves critically with regard to a variety of issues related to International political economy.

Outcomes

  • Students will be able to have gained an understanding of the range of perspectives on international political economy issues.
  • They will be able to identify and explain the political dimensions of economic issues, while understanding the particular historical, cultural and social contexts in which they arise.
  • They will be able to apply theoretical tools in the analysis of issues of political economy.
  • They will be able to identify and formulate effective arguments.
  • They will have increased confidence in their ability to communicate, to think critically, and to participate as a member of a group.

References

  • Gilpin, Robert. 2001. Global Political Economy. New Jersey: Princeton University Press.
  • Miller, Raymond 2008. International Political Economy. London: Routledge.
  • Paul, Darel and Amawi, Abla. 2013. The Theoretical Evolution of International Political Economy. New York: Oxford University Press.
  • Frieden, Jeffry and Lake, David. 2000. International Political Economy. London: Routledge.
  • Oatley, Thomas. 2011. International Political Economy. New York: Longman.

Objectives

  • Students will focus on how gender affects both social and political structures and processes
  • It will mainly include knowledge of ‘feminism,’ its theoretical perspectives and ‘and its social relation and structure.
  • It is also significant for students to understand a clear idea about the political gender perspectives, why it matters to the world, and to our understanding of it.

Outcomes

  • They will be more knowledgeable to discuss feminist perspectives to International Relations
  • Students will develop critical analyzing skill on global political issues and the gender-sensitive attitudes;
  • Develop oral and written arguments on feminist IR
  • Multiple opportunities for group work

References

  • Pettman, Jan Jindy, Worlding Women: A Feminist International Politics London: Routledge, 1996
  • Shepherd, Laura J. ed. 2014. Gender Matters in Global Politics: A Feminist Introduction to International Relations. 2nd Edition. NY: Routledge.

Objectives

  • analyze state, civil society, human rights
  • understanding role of state, civil society and human rights
  • Introducing students with different international event, recent movements regarding human rights
  • to make student realize that the significance of civil society and human rights
  • to make student realize that the significance of civil society and human rights

Outcomes

  • 1. To provide students with a comprehensive and critical introduction to the wide field of in the concepts of Civil society and Human Rights
  • 2. This course will also discuss on the changing dimension of civil society and inter-related impact over human rights
  • 3. To provide student about the relations between human rights, national development and world peace
  • 4. Students will be able to know the development of human rights and contribution of civil society in social construction as an academic field in the faculty of social sciences, political science and its multi-faceted areas

References

  • AryehNeier, The International Human Rights Movement A History, Princeton University Press, 2012
  • Micheal Edwards, The Oxford Handbook of Civil Society, The Oxford University Press, 2011
  • Peter Calvocoressi, World Politics since 1945, Taylor & Francis, London, 1998.
  • Raffaele Marchette, Nathalie Tocci, Civil Society, conflict and the pollicization of Human rights, Unioted Nations University Press, 2011
  • Boris DeWiel, A Conceptual History of Civil Society: From Greek Beginnings to the End of Marx.
  • Dr. Aisha Ghaus-Pasha, The role of Civil Society Organizations in governance, December 2004

Objectives

  • Contrary to the popular belief that modernity would lead to the refusal of faith, we have seen a global resurgence of religion and strengthening of faith-based groups. This ever-growing chasm between the sacred and the secular is one of the most important determinants of contemporary International Relations. This leads us to some of the most important yet basic questions. What is religion? What is the role of religion in global politics? How have religion, secularization and modernity shaped global political landscape? What do we mean by the global resurgence of religion and faith groups? How does religion impact debates around identity politics, migration, integration and conflict? In a nutshell, the course is anticipated to familiarize learners to an increasingly significant query: what is the relationship between religion and politics in the study of IR? By addressing the questions students will gain insight into the contemporary impact of religions on politics around the world. This is not a theology course, nor does it focus on any particular believe system. Finally, the course also aims to help students develop their critical thinking, reading, writing, and academic research skills. Religion in International Relations course will be taught from the identity and International Relations perspective.

Outcomes

  • Contrary to the popular belief that modernity would lead to the refusal of faith, we have seen a global resurgence of religion and strengthening of faith-based groups. This ever-growing chasm between the sacred and the secular is one of the most important determinants of contemporary International Relations. This leads us to some of the most important yet basic questions. What is religion? What is the role of religion in global politics? How have religion, secularization and modernity shaped global political landscape? What do we mean by the global resurgence of religion and faith groups? How does religion impact debates around identity politics, migration, integration and conflict? In a nutshell, the course is anticipated to familiarize learners to an increasingly significant query: what is the relationship between religion and politics in the study of IR? By addressing the questions students will gain insight into the contemporary impact of religions on politics around the world. This is not a theology course, nor does it focus on any particular believe system. Finally, the course also aims to help students develop their critical thinking, reading, writing, and academic research skills. Religion in International Relations course will be taught from the identity and International Relations perspective.

References

  • Bringing Religion into International Relations
  • An Introduction to Religion and Politics