Course - Comparative and International Politics in China and East-Asia - POL8515
POL8515 - Comparative and International Politics in China and East-Asia
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Assignment
Grade: Passed / Not Passed
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment | 100/100 |
Course content
The course focuses on East Asian politics and society after 1989. The post-Cold War period in East Asia was shaped, on the one hand, by the different dynamics in the region, especially the economic and political rise of China and the complex relationships between China, Japan, and North- and South Korea. On the other hand, global events, developments and political decisions in other parts of the world have also influenced the region, e.g. the war on terror after 9/11, the US administration’s pivot to Asia, the global financial crisis, the Covid-19 pandemic and Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine and its repercussions on energy markets and the global order. From the disciplinary perspective of comparative politics, we will study the political systems and societies of East Asia and, based on this, the countries’ outlook on the big questions of international relations in East Asia and beyond. From the disciplinary angle of international relations, we will analyse the different bilateral or multilateral constellations, problems and geopolitical conflict potential in the region, and the relations of the East Asian countries to their Asian neighbours and other parts of the world. The latter includes China’s Belt and Road Initiative, Japan’s and South Korea’s cooperation with the US administration in the Indo-Pacific, and North Korea’s ballistic and missile program.
During the semester, we will also review key concepts, such as institutions, nationalism, developmental state, regionalism, rule-taking and -making, and comparative politics and international relations methods.
Learning outcome
Knowledge - the student shall:
- have knowledge of how theory and empirical data are tied together in political science research work in the field of East-Asia and comparative and international politics
Skills - the student shall demonstrate the ability to:
- treat one of the themes which was discussed in instruction in an independent empirical analytical manner which is at a high international level
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and seminars equivalent to 4 hours per week. Supervision of the paper. The essay is to be an independent discussion of a topic taught in lectures, and is to consist of 20 pages. The language of instruction is English. If 6 or fewer students attend the course the two first weeks of teaching, the course will be offered as an individual study course with supervision.
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.
Recommended previous knowledge
See required previous knowledge.
Required previous knowledge
Master's degree in Political Science or the equivalent.
Course materials
Given at the start of the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| POL3515 | 10.0 | AUTUMN 2024 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
10.0 SP
Study level: Doctoral degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2024
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- Political Science
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Sociology and Political Science
Examination
Examination arrangement: Assignment
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Assignment 100/100
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Assignment 100/100
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"