This course introduces the major domestic methods used by states to eliminate or manage national, ethnic or communal conflicts, and examines international interventions in national and ethnic disputes.

This course is an introduction to the major theories and issues in international politics. The goals of the course are to give students a broad familiarity with the field of international relations, and to help them develop the analytical skills necessary to think critically about international politics. The course is divided into four parts: 1) Concepts and Theories of International Relations; 2) War and Security; 3) The Global Economy; and 4) Emerging Issues in International Relations.

Supervised readings and research in various areas of Political Science. Section numbers must be obtained from the Political Science office.

Supervised readings and research in various areas of Political Science. Section numbers must be obtained from the Political Science office.

Supervised readings and research in various areas of Political Science. Section numbers must be obtained from the Political Science office.

Consult department for detailed descriptions. More than one course may be taken in a given semester. Recent titles have included: Leadership & Democracy; Conservative Regimes.

Supervised readings and research in various areas of Political Science. Section numbers must be obtained from the Political Science office.

Individual research to be taken under direction of faculty member. Students wishing to do an independent study should contact the Political Science department.

Supervised readings and research in various areas of Political Science. Section numbers must be obtained from the Political Science office.