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

Module name: Multilateral Diplomacy
Module code: W3-MS-S2-MD
Programme code: W3-S2MSA24.2024
Semester: summer semester 2024/2025
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The purpose of the module is to familiarize students with the principles and instruments of multilateral diplomacy in contemporary international relations. Students will learn about the role of multilateral diplomacy in solving global problems and its main challenges and threats. The module also aims to develop the ability to analyze international conflicts and build scenarios for their resolution based on the instruments of multilateral diplomacy.
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 international phenomena and the need to supplement his knowledge in the field of multilateral diplomacy, as well as to consult the opinions of experts. [MD_K01]
 MS_2_K03 [4/5]
The student is prepared to work in diplomacy and in international organizations, being aware of the importance of professional and ethical behavior. [MD_K02]
 MS_2_K01 [3/5] MS_2_K02 [3/5] MS_2_K03 [4/5]
The student is able to develop a solution to a problem related to the topic of multilateral diplomacy individually or in a group, communicates the results clearly and reliably also in a foreign language. [MD_U01]
 MS_2_U01 [3/5] MS_2_U03 [3/5] MS_2_U04 [2/5] MS_2_U07 [3/5]
The student has an in-depth knowledge of the origins and historical development of multilateral diplomacy, as well as the role of multilateral diplomacy in different regions of the world. [MD_W01]
 MS_2_W01 [2/5] MS_2_W03 [3/5] MS_2_W08 [3/5]
The student knows and understands the instrument of multilateral negotiations as a main tool of diplomacy. [MD_W02]
 MS_2_W09 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
practical classes [C_MD] 15 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Activating methods: a case study [b07] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Self-education [f01] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		course work MD_K01 MD_K02 MD_U01
lecture [W_MD] 15 Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		exam MD_W01 MD_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
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation 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
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
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
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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