Methods in International Relations

Code: ECN13105L

6 ECTS

Duration: 15 weeks/156 hours

Scientific Area: Legal-Political Theory and International Relations

Teaching languages: Portuguese

Languages of tutoring support: Portuguese, English, French, Spanish

Regime de Frequência: Presencial

Sustainable Development Goals

Erradicar a pobreza - Acabar com a pobreza em todas as suas formas, em todos os lugares

Educação de qualidade - Assegurar a educação inclusiva, e equitativa e de qualidade, e promover oportunidades de aprendizagem ao longo da vida para todos.

Igualdade de género - Alcançar a igualdade de gênero e empoderar todas as mulheres e meninas.

Reduzir as desigualdades - Reduzir as desigualdades dentro dos países e entre eles.

Paz, justiça e instituições eficazes - Paz, justiça e instituições eficazes promover sociedades pacíficas e inclusivas par ao desenvolvimento sustentável, proporcionar o acesso à justiça para todos e construir instituições eficazes, responsáveis
e inclusivas em todos os níveis.

Learning Goals

1. Reflect on the epistemological and methodological foundations of International Relations;
2. Reflect on the practical reality of International Relations and associate it with academic study;
3. Know and understand theoretical concepts and approaches;
4. Develop methodological skills for outlining and preparing academic work in the field of International Relations

1. The genesis and the history of the discipline
2. Essential concepts of International Relations
3. The evolution of theoretical, epistemological and ontological paradigms.
4. Introduction to research: phases, methods, techniques.
5. Methodological operationalisation: how to carry out research?
6. Methodological operationalisation: how to write an academic text?
7. The future of International Relations: challenges and alternatives for research

Teaching Methods

The methodological framework uses four teaching models to consolidate knowledge and boost student motivation:
1. Theoretical exposition of the subject;
2. Exploring the subject by interpreting texts and documents;
3. Exploring the subject by analysing practical cases;
4. Carrying out assignments to develop research and academic writing skills.