International Security and Foreign Policy Strategy Field of study: International Studies in Political Science and Diplomacy
Programme code: W3-S2MS21.2024

Module name: International Security and Foreign Policy Strategy
Module code: W3-MS-S2-ISFPS
Programme code: W3-S2MS21.2024
Semester: winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The module aims to provide students with an in-depth knowledge of issues related to international security and foreign policy strategy in a dynamic international environment. The module contains theoretical and practical content. Its purpose is to familiarize those studying the elements of theory in the field of international security to understand the challenges of contemporary 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 dynamics of changes occurring in international relations and realizes the need to deepen knowledge in the field of foreign policy and international security. [ISFPS_K01]
 MS_2_K01 [4/5] MS_2_K04 [3/5]
The student has analytical skills and the ability to think critically, and is able to use his knowledge of international security to conduct research independently or as part of a team. [ISFPS_U01]
 MS_2_U01 [3/5] MS_2_U04 [3/5] MS_2_U06 [3/5]
The student has the ability to communicate effectively (orally and in writing) on complex international security and foreign policy phenomena, is able to analyze current international events and formulate foreign policy recommendations. [ISFPS_U02]
 MS_2_U02 [3/5] MS_2_U06 [3/5] MS_2_U09 [2/5]
The student has an in-depth knowledge of international security theory and foreign policy strategy, and can relate it to the challenges of contemporary international relations. [ISFPS_W01]
 MS_2_W01 [2/5] MS_2_W02 [3/5] MS_2_W08 [3/5]
The student has an in-depth knowledge of the key actors in international relations and their role in shaping international security. [ISFPS_W02]
 MS_2_W02 [3/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W3_MS_S2_ISFPS_W] 30 Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		exam ISFPS_K01 ISFPS_U01 ISFPS_U02 ISFPS_W01 ISFPS_W02
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
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
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
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
Semester Module Language of instruction
(no information given)