International Relations Methodology
Course Description
Goals
Taking into consideration the importance of the curricular unit Theory of International Relations inserted as part of the preparation of students in the dynamic study of the international reality, it’s important for the students to acquire a theoretical scientific knowledge, methodological and practical that are specific to International Relations and its transdisciplinary approach.
Course Content
1. Understanding and epistemological models of International Relations Theory
2. Academic genesis of International Relations
3. The evolution of theoretical paradigms
4. International relations in a changing world
5. Methodology of International Relations: object of study and levels of analysis
6. Methodological operationalization: from theory to practice
7. Outlook and research language
8. The future of International Relations: Challenges and alternatives for research
Recommended Reading
Arenal, Celestino del –Introducción a las relaciones internacionales, 4ª ed. Madrid: Tecnos, 2007.
Balzacq, Thierry; Ramel, Frédéric . Traité de Relations Internationales, Paris: PUF, 2013.
Baylis, John; Smith, Steve –The Globalization of World Politics. An Introduction to International Relations. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2014.
Dougherty, James E; Pfaltzgraff, Robert L. –Relações Internacionais. As Teorias em Confronto. Lisboa: Gradiva, 2003.
Holsti, K. J. –International Politics: A Framework for Analysis. 7ª ed. New Jersey: Prentice-Hall International, 1995.
Kaplan, Morton A. –System and Process in International Politics. Rep.. New York: Robert E. Krieger Publishing, 1975.
Maltez, José Adelino –Curso de Relações Internacionais. São João do Estoril: Principia, 2002.
Moreira, Adriano –Teoria das Relações Internacionais. 8ª Ed.. Coimbra: Almedina, 2014.
Morgenthau, Hans J. –Politics Among Nations. The Struggle for Power and Peace. Rev. ed.. New York: McGraw-Hill, 1993.
Picazo, Paloma García –Teoría Breve de Relaciones Internacionales. Madrid: Tecnos, 2010.
Santos, Victor Marques dos; Ferreira, Maria João –Introdução à Teoria das Relações Internacionais. Cooperação e Conflito na Sociedade Internacional. Lisboa: Instituto Superior de Ciências Sociais e Políticas, Universidade Técnica de Lisboa, 2012.
Santos, Victor Marques dos –Teoria das Relações Internacionais. Cooperação e Conflito na Sociedade Internacional. Lisboa: Instituto Superior de Ciências Sociais e Políticas, Universidade Técnica de Lisboa, 2009.
Waltz, Kenneth N. –Teoria das Relações Internacionais. Lisboa: Gradiva, 2002.
Waltz, Kenneth N. –Man, the State and War. A Theoretical Analysis. New York: Columbia University Press, 1959.
Wight, Martin –Power Politics. London: Leicester University Press, 1995.
Teaching Methods
In the methodological framework is used four pedagogical models to consolidate the knowledge and enhance the motivation of learners:
1. Theoretical analysis;
2. Practical sessions to discuss issues of development;
3. Exploration of subjects through reading texts and documents;
4. Teacher support in the consolidation of the study.
Assessment Methods
Assessment: 2 tests and 1 paper (5000 words)
Participation in Seminars and conferences.
Name of Lecturer
| semester | teacher |
|---|---|
| Odd | Marco António Gonçalves Barbas Batista Martins (responsible) |
