PLM4480

Culture, norms and ideas in international politics

(ART)

Chris Reus-Smit

12 points + 2 hours per week + First semester + Clayton

Synopsis: Introduction to the debate between reflectivist and rationalist scholars about the nature of world politics and the future of international relations theory. The subject asks whether culture, norms and ideas really matter, and whether understanding these factors will lead to better theories about conflict and cooperation in international politics.

Assessment: Essay (6000 words): 60% + Examination (3 hours): 40%