Universität Wien

210059 LK BAK8: International Politics (2024S)

(engl.)

6.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 21 - Politikwissenschaft
Continuous assessment of course work

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Details

max. 50 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Monday 11.03. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 18.03. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 08.04. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 15.04. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 22.04. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 29.04. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 06.05. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 13.05. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 27.05. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 03.06. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 10.06. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 17.06. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Monday 24.06. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

The reading course complements the main lecture "International Politics", which discusses the historical, conceptual, and theoretical basics of international politics and also examines links, narratives, and practices embedded within the broader context of the Imperial Mode of Living. In particular, we will concentrate on current international political issues such as dimensions of inequality between the so-called global north and south, the role of social movements and collective actors in the international context, and the socio-ecological crisis. It is strongly advised to keep track of the latest international news (via main newspapers, newsletters, podcasts, etc.) as they will be recurrent material for reflection and analysis. Critical perspectives will be applied to these contemporary debates in order to broaden our understanding of the unequal global north-south relations. An analysis of socio-environmental struggles reveals the assumption of unlimited access to resources, which is secured through hegemonic patterns of the world economy and a contested role of the state. Among the topics and categories to be discussed are postcolonial approaches, intersectionality, global political ecology, and a Latin American regional focus; these will be used to explore the complexity of the dynamics between the geopolitical north and south.

Assessment and permitted materials

For the reading course requires a continuous work assessment, attendance is mandatory. Active reading is encouraged by submitting reading notes before each session; active participation is expected.
Group or individual presentations will be organized accordingly. A final review paper (min. 2000 words) OR podcast (10-15 minutes) will be compulsory. It is recommended that the final assignment be submitted in English, but German, French, and Spanish are also acceptable. Details about the deadline and structure of the course will be presented during the first session.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Minimum requirements will include positively completing all the assessment criteria mentioned above.
Grading Scale:
1 = 87-100 % excellent (outstanding performance)
2 = 75-86 % good (generally good, but with some errors)
3 = 63-74 % satisfactory (generally sound work with a number of substantial errors)
4 = 50-62 % sufficient (performance meets the minimum criteria)
5 = 0 – 49 % unsatisfactory (< 50%; substantial improvement necessary; requirement of further work)

Grading criteria:
1. Reading notes: 20% (12 Reading notes in total)
2. Active individual and group participation: 10%
3. Text presentation: 10%
4. Co-moderation (Notes and Discussion Moderation): 20%
5. Final review paper or podcast: 40%

Two unexcused absences are allowed. Please notice that attendance at the first session is mandatory.
Good academic practice is expected. This includes a proper citation of sources. Plagiarism and other forms of academic misconduct (only in German): https://politikwissenschaft.univie.ac.at/studium/informationen-fuer-studierende/

Examination topics

Texts and materials used during the term (see Moodle platform).

Reading list

Further details will be introduced during the first session and uploaded to the Moodle platform. We will hold the reading course in English. A working knowledge of German is recommended as some additional literature (not compulsory) will be provided in this language.

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