PLSC 345 - Theories of International Relations

Credit(s): 3
Lecture: 3
Non-Lecture: 0
An exploration of the theoretical approaches to understanding international relations and to explaining outcomes in international relations. The course addresses the dimensions and requirements of good theory. Theoretical approaches employed include realism, interdependence and integration, national values and domestic structure, bureaucratic politics and transnational relations, dependency and Marxist approaches, and psychological approaches. These theoretical approaches address historical and contemporary cases. Offered every year.

Prerequisite(s): PLSC 120, PLSC 140, PLSC 246, senior standing, and permission of instructor.