Diplomatic Studies 1600-SZD-SPEC-SND-SM
The aim of the course is to present the main texts that address selected issues in the field of Diplomatic Studies. 1. Organizational class. Introduction: On diplomacy and the practice of diplomacy (Ernest Satow, Harold Nicolson), 2. On diplomacy and the practice of diplomacy (continued), Forms of diplomacy (Johan Galtung and Mari Holmboe Ruge, Chadwick Alger and Steven J. Brams), 3. Diplomacy and world order (Hans J. Morgenthau and Hedley Bull), 4. International society and diplomacy (Alan James, Paul Sharp), 5. Diplomacy as communication (Christer Jönsson and Martin Hall). Test
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Learning outcomes
Knowledge | The graduate knows and understands:
WG_01 - to the extent necessary for existing paradigms to be revised - a worldwide body of work, covering theoretical foundations as well as general and selected specific issues - relevant to a particular discipline
within the social sciences
WG_02 - the main development trends in the disciplines of the social sciences in which the education is provided
WG_03 - scientific research methodology in the field of the social sciences
WK_01 - fundamental dilemmas of modern civilisation from the perspective of the social sciences
Skills | The graduate is able to:
UK_05 - speaking a foreign language at B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages using the professional terminology specific to the discipline within the social sciences, to the extent enabling participation in an international scientific and professional environment
Social competences | The graduate is ready to
KO_01 - fulfilling the social obligations of researchers and creators
KO_02 - fulfilling social obligations and taking actions in the public interest, in particular in initiating actions in the public interest
KO_03 - think and acting in an entrepreneurial manner
Assessment criteria
Description of requirements related to participation in classes, including the permitted number of explained absences: Students should possess knowledge of international relations. They should be willing to regularly read recommended literature, present a short bio of the authors of the texts discussed, and answer questions about the texts, as well as engage in discussions based on these findings. Participation and attendance (one absence is permitted).
Principles for passing the classes and the subject (including resit session): Active participation in discussion of the text. Test.
Methods for the verification of learning outcomes: Verification of activity during classes and preparation for work on the discussed text. Final written assessment in the form of a test. AI usage - Level 1: No AI. The assessment is completed entirely without Al assistance. This level ensures that students rely solely on their knowledge, understanding, and skills. AI must not be used at any point during the assessment.
Evaluation criteria: Test (passing based on 60% correct answers).
Bibliography
List of the subject-related literature: Ch. Jönsson, R. Langhorne (eds.), Diplomacy, vol. 1, Theory of diplomacy, Sage Publications, London, Thousand Oaks 2004 (selected texts).
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