Contemporary International Crises Field of study: International Studies in Political Science and Diplomacy
Programme code: W3-S2MSA24.2024

Module name: Contemporary International Crises
Module code: W3-MS-S2-CIC
Programme code: W3-S2MSA24.2024
Semester: summer semester 2024/2025
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The purpose of the module is to familiarize students with contemporary international conflicts and crises. Students analyze the genesis, course (escalation processes) and consequences of selected conflicts and international crises. They also gain knowledge of geopolitical conditions, international actors, as well as mechanisms of dispute and conflict resolution. The subject of the course is also the analysis of the impact of conflicts and international crises on the political, economic and social situation in selected regions of the world.
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 global challenges in the international arena and understands the need to develop his knowledge of international conflicts and crises constantly. [CIC_K01]
 MS_2_K04 [4/5]
The student has the skills to think critically about contemporary international crises, can analyze them, assess the consequences, prepare potential solutions evaluate the impact on the international environment and present them orally and in writing using a foreign language. [CIC_U01]
 MS_2_U01 [4/5] MS_2_U02 [4/5] MS_2_U03 [4/5] MS_2_U05 [4/5]
The student knows the causes of key conflicts and international crises in the world, can explain the mechanisms of their escalation, and understands the role of the most important actors in international relations in preventing conflicts and international crises. [CIC_W01]
 MS_2_W02 [4/5] MS_2_W08 [4/5]
The student has an in-depth knowledge of contemporary crises and conflicts occurring in the international arena, such as wars, armed conflicts, migration and other cultural and civilizational threats. [CIC_W02]
 MS_2_W02 [4/5] MS_2_W08 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W3-MS-S2-CIC_W] 30 Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		course work CIC_K01 CIC_U01 CIC_W01 CIC_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
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
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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