This course provides a comprehensive overview of International Relations (IR). It introduces students to the fundamentals of IR, including its key actors, theories, concepts, debates, and issues. Designed for beginners, it offers students analytical tools to interpret key events in world politics, thereby preparing them for advanced studies in IR.

CILO-1: Describe the historical roots of International Relations. CILO-2: Identify the roles of state and non-state actors. CILO-3: Compare and apply mainstream International Relations theories, particularly realism, liberalism, and constructivism. CILO-4: Examine key concepts in International Relations , focusing on power, security, and legitimacy, and use them to interpret contemporary global developments. CILO-5: Apply theories and concepts to analyze world events.