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IR 621 Current Debates in International Relations Theory

This course is designed as a post-graduate level introduction to current debates in International Relations theory. The content and nature of International Relations theory is by no means fixed. Indeed, International Relations theory has been the subject of intense academic, intellectual and political debate. The main aim of this course is to introduce students to some of the major debates in International Relations theory. The course also covers epistemological, ontological and methodological debates in IR. Specifically, the course aims to generate familiarity with the language of social research, the uses of theory and meanings of methodology in IR, ethical and political issues involved in the research process. Credit units: 4 ECTS Credit units: 6.5.

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