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PSCI 486Special Topics in International Diplomacy

Units
0.50
Faculty
Arts
Subject
Political Science

When it runs

  1. F24
  2. W25
  3. S25
  4. F25
  5. W26
  6. S26
  7. F26
  8. W27
  9. S27

Ran in 2 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

What are the key issues within, and perspectives on, diplomacy? Students will study public diplomacy, the use of technological innovation such as cyber-diplomacy, the widening definitions of diplomacy, multilateral diplomacy, and "niche" diplomacy.

Prerequisites

  • Complete all of the following
    • Must have completed at least 1 of the following:
      • PSCI281 - Introduction to International Relations (0.50)
      • PSCI282 - Foreign Policy (0.50)
      • PSCI283 - International Political Economy (0.50)
    • Students must be in level 3B or higher

Antirequisites

None listed.

Leads to

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Fall 2019

PSCI 4th Year Courses Recommendations 3 points, 2 comments

“Hey guys, &x200B; Any PSCI students in 4th year have some advice on what (easy/interesting/fun) 4th courses and profs I should take. Open to any and all recommendations. …”

u/TheZarosian: “For next winter - PSCI 428 - Very interesting course, especially if taught by Anegla Carter. Topics revolve around poverty and climate change. …”

u/dookindaken: “Thank you for this! Any thoughts on PSCI 486? I think it’s with Professor Cooper”

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