International Relations Theory

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This course will explore the primary theoretical paradigms of international relations, analyzing thinkers from ancient Greece to modern times. Students will consider globalization's role in shaping the international system into its current form. They will investigate international actors' behavior and prospects for war and peace, in light of the human condition and the biblical view of God and humanity. Students will apply theories including realism, idealism, and constructivism to help conceptualize the complex international environment, and will consider the relationship between theory and practice in international affairs.