This course is an introductory course, surveying major issues in international politics. The first section of the course provides an overview of some central concepts and main theoretical approaches to understand international politics. The second section of the course applies these theories to various issues pertaining to international relations.
Topics will include international security, the causes of war, international political economy, the role of international law and international institutions in international relations, prospects for international cooperation to resolve environmental problems, and nuclear proliferation. The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the field of international relations, so no prerequisite course is required.
Offering School：School of International and Public Affairs
Course Level：Postgraduate
First Day of Class：Thursday, Sept. 25th, 2025
Last Day of Class：Thursday, Jan.6th, 2026
Course Component：Lecture
Time Zone：Beijing Time（UTC+8）
Language of Instruction：English