2025
International Relations Theory I
Name: International Relations Theory I
Code: ECN13120L
6 ECTS
Duration: 15 weeks/156 hours
Scientific Area:
Legal-Political Theory and International Relations
Teaching languages: Portuguese
Languages of tutoring support: Portuguese, English
Regime de Frequência: Presencial
Sustainable Development Goals
Learning Goals
Considering the importance of the course International Relations Theory I within the degree program and its role in preparing students to understand the dynamic nature of international affairs, our goal is for students to gain specific theoretical, methodological, and practical knowledge relevant to International Relations and its interdisciplinary nature.
Contents
1. The study of International Relations
2. The object and method in International Relations
3. The main evolutionary stages of theories of international relations
4. The actors of international relations
5. Game decision and theory
6. The theory of power
7. Polemology
8. The crisis: a theoretical-conceptual approach
2. The object and method in International Relations
3. The main evolutionary stages of theories of international relations
4. The actors of international relations
5. Game decision and theory
6. The theory of power
7. Polemology
8. The crisis: a theoretical-conceptual approach
Teaching Methods
Mastering Theoretical Concepts: This model is pivotal in establishing a robust knowledge foundation. Theoretical exposure empowers students to grasp fundamental concepts and gain a comprehensive understanding of the topic at hand. Clear and dynamic presentations, complemented by visual aids and practical examples, are essential to keep students engaged.
Fostering Engaging Debate Sessions: Group dynamics and debates play a crucial role in stimulating critical thinking and encouraging active student participation.
Uncovering Insights through Reading: Critical reading serves as a potent tool for delving deeper into the subjects studied. This approach encourages students to engage in reflective analysis.
Tailored Support for Individual Growth: Personalized study enables students to progress at their own pace and explore specific areas of interest, with additional assistance provided by faculty if needed.
Fostering Engaging Debate Sessions: Group dynamics and debates play a crucial role in stimulating critical thinking and encouraging active student participation.
Uncovering Insights through Reading: Critical reading serves as a potent tool for delving deeper into the subjects studied. This approach encourages students to engage in reflective analysis.
Tailored Support for Individual Growth: Personalized study enables students to progress at their own pace and explore specific areas of interest, with additional assistance provided by faculty if needed.
Assessment
Assessment Criteria:
- Debate Participation: Assess students' capacity to articulate and critically analyze arguments.
- Writing Assignments: Demand thorough research on topics pertinent to international relations.
- Oral Presentations: Showcase students' comprehension and ability to argue on studied topics.
- Group Projects: Foster collaboration and the practical application of acquired knowledge.
- Debate Participation: Assess students' capacity to articulate and critically analyze arguments.
- Writing Assignments: Demand thorough research on topics pertinent to international relations.
- Oral Presentations: Showcase students' comprehension and ability to argue on studied topics.
- Group Projects: Foster collaboration and the practical application of acquired knowledge.
Teaching Staff
- Marco António Gonçalves Barbas Batista Martins [responsible]
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