International Relations Theory: Realism
Master the World’s Oldest Power Theory: International Relations Realism
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What you will learn
Think and speak about world problems through the lens of the oldest, most powerful and influential theory of International Relations
Identify and understand the ideas of key realist thinkers, including Thucydides, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Morgenthau, Waltz and Mearsheimer
Recognise the value of Ancient Greek Peloponnesian War to understand the principles of world politics
Understand why Machiavelli is realism's 'dark character' and why his perspective on government is so demoralised
Understand what Hobbes meant by 'state of nature' in his groundbreaking masterpiece Leviathan and how it's relevant to realism
Identify the key components of classical realism, particularly the notion of the flawed human nature and interest defined as power, as advanced by Morgenthau
Understand the original features of Waltz's neorealism, including his emphasis on the international system and anarchy
Identify the distinguishing features of Mearsheimer's offensive realism and his focus on the pursuit of power
Understand the realist perspective on coronavirus
Understand the realist perspective on US foreign policy, including war in Iraq, NATO expansion, Persian Gulf policy, Afghanistan, Iran & Israel
Understand the realist perspective on the rise of China
Recognise the original contribution of neoclassical realism, including key works
Learn 6 practical tips for incorporating realism into your academic essays and dissertations
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