To provide an advanced knowledge and understanding of the context and origins of the modern state and of modern and contemporary international relations.
To provide a good grounding in the key academic perspectives, theories and debates concerning the nature and development of the contemporary state system and global order; and the capacity to apply such perspectives and theories to develop advanced analyses of specific international relations trends and issue areas.
To develop understanding of key theoretical issues and concepts in international relations to an advanced level.
To enable you to appreciate the significance of identity and gender in international relations and associated disciplines.