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SYLLABUS

International Organisations: Theory and Practice, 7,5 ECTS Credits

COURSE CATEGORY   Master´s programme in International and European Relations and Master´s programme in European and International Affairs MAIN FIELD OF STUDY   SUBJECT AREA     COURSE CODE   733A50

AIM OF THE COURSE

After completion of the course the student should be able to - display deeper understanding of the role and significance of international organizations and international institutions; - relate the phenomenon of international organization to current theories of international relations, as well as to understand general aspects of organizational behavior and organizational change; - identify the types and expressions of international organization in the contemporary world; - display in-depth knowledge of a particular case of international organization and/or the organization of a particular issue area in international relations.

CONTENTS

The course covers the following areas: - theories of international organisation and international institutions; - international regimes; - international norms and norm formation; - the significance of international organisation in global politics.

TEACHING

The course offers lectures which introduce and develop the content of the course. Lectures are complementary to the literature. Seminars and workshops are important aspects of the learning process and provide opportunities for mutual, critical discussions which develop attitudes and skills. Students are expected to be well prepared for lectures and to have completed assigned preparations for seminars. Students are expected to read and take in the literature independently and/or in self-organized reading groups. Language of instruction is English. Activities which constitute elements of examination are mandatory.

EXAMINATION

The course is examined through a combination of mandatory seminars, seminar papers, and an individual project (case study). Detailed information about the examination can be found in the course’s study guide. Students failing an exam covering either the entire course or part of the course two times are entitled to have a new examiner appointed for the reexamination. Students who have passed an examination may not retake it in order to improve their grades.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must, by the closing date for application, hold a bachelor's degree/kandidatexamen (equivalent for example a professional degree) of at least 180 ECTS credits in Political Science, Economics, History, Sociology or another discipline relevant for the course. In-depth study of at least 90 ECTScredits (3 semesters of full-time study) in the major subject is required, including a paper corresponding to approximately 10 weeks of study (15 ECTS). Documented knowledge of English equivalent to "Engelska B"; i.e. English as native language or an internationally recognized test, e.g. TOEFL (minimum scores: Paper based 575 + TWE-score 4.5, and internet based 90), IELTS, academic (minimum score: Overall band 6.5 and no band under 5.5), or equivalent.

GRADING

The course is graded according to the ECTS grading scale A-F

CERTIFICATE

Course certificate is issued by the Faculty Board on request. The Department provides a special form which should be submitted to the Student Affairs Division.

COURSE LITERATURE

The course literature is decided upon by the department in question.

OTHER INFORMATION

Planning and implementation of a course must take its starting point in the wording of the syllabus. The course evaluation included in each course must therefore take up the question how well the course agrees with the syllabus. The course is carried out in such a way that both men´s and women´s experience and knowledge is made visible and developed.

International Organisations: Theory and Practice International Organisations: Theory and Practice   Department responsible for the course or equivalent: IEI - Department of Management and Engineering             Registrar No: 2009-01024 och 2009-00915   Course Code: 733A50           Exam codes: see Local Computer System       Subject/Subject Area :                       Level   Education level     Subject Area Code   Field of Education   A1X   Advanced level     SKA   SA   The syllabus was approved by the Board of Faculty of Arts and Science 2011-10-28