POLS 160 - International Relations

3 credit hours
A course designed to assist students in understanding the process, behavior and institutions that emerge as nation-states act, react and interact in the world political arena. After a survey of the historical background of the present state system, with special reference to political developments, nationalism, sovereignty and power, attention is turned to patterns of state action including nonalignment, alliances, collective security, war and diplomacy, and cooperation through international and regional organizations.