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Academic Year 2001/2002
Theory of World Politics
GOVT 388 SP
This course is an analysis of theories of international politics. It considers general theories such as realism and liberalism as well as explanations of war and of state strategies. It also covers incentives and
structures for international
cooperation.
MAJOR READINGS
Kenneth N. Waltz. THEORY OF INTERNATIONAL POLITICS.
Robert O. Keohane. AFTER HEGEMONY.
Dale C. Copeland. THE ORIGINS OF MAJOR WARS.
Scott Sagan and Kenneth N. Waltz. THE SPREAD OF NUCLEAR WEAPONS: A DEBATE.
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Several writing assignments and a final exam. Class participation will be stressed.
COURSE FORMAT:
Seminar
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level:
UGRD
Credit:
1
Gen Ed Area Dept:
NONE
Grading Mode:
Graded
Prerequisites:
GOVT155 or GOVT329 or GOVT334
SECTION 01
- Instructor(s): Ruger,William
- Times: .M.W... 02:40PM-04:00PM; Location: PAC136
- Reserved Seats: (Total Limit: 18)
- SR. major: 10 Jr. major: 8
- SR. non-major: Jr. non-major: SO: X FR: X
Special Attributes:
- Curricular Renewal: Writing
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Last Updated on MAR-19-2002
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