Latin America in International Relations Field of study: International Studies in Political Science and Diplomacy
Programme code: W3-S1MS21.2024

Module name: Latin America in International Relations
Module code: W3-MS-S1-LAIR
Programme code: W3-S1MS21.2024
Semester: winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 2
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The purpose of the module is to familiarize students with the role of Latin America in contemporary international relations. Those studying will acquire knowledge of the political, economic, social, geographical and historical determinants of Latin America's position in the modern world. The course will also provide an understanding of the specific characteristics of the region and its significant influence on international relations.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
The student is aware of the Latin American region's cultural and social diversity. [LAIR_K01]
 MS_1_K04 [3/5]
The student realizes the complexity of the Latin American region's political, economic, and social problems, can perceive them, analyze them, propose a solution, and communicate his conclusions in a foreign language. [LAIR_U01]
 MS_1_U04 [4/5] MS_1_U07 [4/5] MS_1_U08 [5/5]
The student knows the Latin American region's history, politics, and economy and can identify and characterize the key actors of international relations in the area. [LAIR_W01]
 MS_1_W02 [4/5] MS_1_W09 [4/5]
The student has an in-depth knowledge of the factors affecting the Latin American region's position in international relations from a historical and contemporary perspective. [LAIR_W02]
 MS_1_W02 [3/5] MS_1_W09 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W3-MS-S1-LAIR_W] 15 Monographic lecture [a02] 
Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Lecture-discussion [b02]  		course work LAIR_K01 LAIR_U01 LAIR_W01 LAIR_W02
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
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