Learning outcomes
After a successful completion of this course, students will be familiar with the main disciplines of international relations and the means to conduct researches related to them. In addition, they will possess the skills for academic thinking, independent analysis and writing a Bachelor's thesis.
Teaching methods
Written exam + essay + participation in classroom work. Major subject students: lectures, essay and a feedback session. Minor subject students: book exam (see literature) and an essay (10-12 pages).
Teaching language
FinnishModes of study
Lecture examination and a project. NB Minor subject students may complete this course in the same way as major subject students, but an alternative method would be to take an exam on the book mentioned below during the general literature examination and produce a research project (10-12 pages) agreed on with the teacher in charge.
Evaluation and evaluation criteria
Numeric 1-5.Determined separately in each period.
Recommended year of study
Second year, second or fourth period. The course is offered during both autumn and spring terms (priority to major subject students).
Study materials
Minor subject students:
1. Hollis - Smith, Explaining and Understanding International Relations. Oxford University Press. (2 ECTS)
2. A research paper (10-12 pages) agreed on with the teacher in charge. (3 ECTS)
Belongs to following study modules
