Threats and challenges of modern diplomacy Field of study: International Studies in Political Science and Diplomacy
Programme code: W3-S1MS21.2024

Module name: Threats and challenges of modern diplomacy
Module code: W3-MS-S1-ZWWD
Programme code: W3-S1MS21.2024
Semester: winter semester 2026/2027
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The main objective of the module is to familiarize students with the challenges and threats of modern diplomacy related to the new conditions of the international environment. The course will also present the evolution of contemporary diplomacy with a special focus on three currents: traditional, radical and moderate.
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 changes in modern diplomacy and realizes the need to deepen and develop his knowledge on his own with the help of experts. [ZWWD_K01]
 MS_1_K01 [3/5]
The student is prepared to work in an international environment. [ZWWD_K02]
 MS_1_K02 [3/5]
The student, independently or in a team, can prepare a plan of diplomatic action to solve a specific international problem. [ZWWD_U01]
 MS_1_U09 [3/5]
The student is able to identify, analyze and evaluate the causes, consequences and dynamics of contemporary diplomatic challenges, using appropriate research methods. [ZWWD_U02]
 MS_1_U01 [4/5] MS_1_U06 [4/5]
The student knows and understands the main challenges and threats of modern diplomacy. [ZWWD_W01]
 MS_1_W04 [2/5] MS_1_W09 [3/5]
The student knows and understands the evolution of the subject and object structure of diplomacy. [ZWWD_W02]
 MS_1_W09 [3/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
practical classes [W3-MS-S1-ZWWD_C] 30 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Activating methods: a case study [b07] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		course work ZWWD_K01 ZWWD_K02 ZWWD_U01 ZWWD_U02 ZWWD_W01 ZWWD_W02
lecture [W3-MS-S1-ZWWD_W] 15 Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		course work ZWWD_K01 ZWWD_K02 ZWWD_U01 ZWWD_W01 ZWWD_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
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.
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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