Course - International Political Economy - POL8503
International Political Economy
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About the course
Course content
The course offers an introduction to the field of international political economy, i.e. the interaction between markets and states at the international level. The students will be introduced to various theoretical models as well as previous empirical studies.
Learning outcome
Knowledge - the student shall:
- be in the forefront of knowledge in the field of international political economy and be in command of the area's scientific theory and methods
- be able to contribute to the development of new knowledge, new theories, methods, interpretations and documentation forms in Sociology
Skills - the student shall demonstrate the ability to:
- treat one of the themes which was discussed during instruction in an independent empirical analytical manner at an internationally high level.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures/group discussions. Supervision of term paper. The essay is to be an independent discussion of a topic taught in lectures, and is to consist of 20 pages. If 6 or fewer students sign up for a planned course during the first 2 teaching weeks, the course will be offered as an instructed reading course.
Further on evaluation
Form of assessment: Individual paper. An identical version of the exam paper cannot be used directly in the PhD thesis as an article or a chapter. A revised version of the exam paper may be included in the thesis. When repeating a failed exam, the candidate can submit a revised version of a previously submitted paper in the course. If the submission is a revised version of a previously submitted paper, this must be specified in the paper.
Required previous knowledge
Master's degree in Political Science or equivalent.
Course materials
To be decided at the start of the course.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| POL3503 | 10 sp |
Subject areas
- Political Science