- History of the Contemporary World - Introduction to Politics

The main goal of this course is to provide students with a critical and well-founded understanding of the principal theories, processes, actors, and issues that shape the field of International Politics within the context of the contemporary international system. The course aims to develop analytical skills to interpret the complexity of a globalized world and the challenges posed by the current international agenda. More specifically, by the end of the course, students will be able to: - Understand and explain the main classical and contemporary theories and approaches in the study of International Relations (realism, liberalism, Marxism, constructivism, among others). - Analyze the historical evolution of the international system and the processes that have led to the current global scenario. - Identify the main international actors, both state and non-state, and assess their roles in global dynamics of cooperation and conflict. - Apply conceptual and methodological tools to analyze the international system and its transformations. - Critically interpret the major challenges of the international agenda, such as the crisis of global governance, terrorism, climate change, the rise of emerging powers, or nuclear proliferation. - Develop a global and interdisciplinary perspective, allowing them to connect local, regional, and international phenomena within a framework of growing interdependence.

The course is divided into the following topics: 1. Main theories and approaches to international relations - Classic approaches - Realism - Liberalism - Neo-realism and neo-liberalism - Marxist theories - Social constructivism - Other approaches 2. From the international system to the globalized world - Evolution of international society - Processes of recent decades - Key features of the new world order 3. The international system - Types of actors - Structure of the international system - Dynamics of cooperation and conflict 4. Problems, dynamics and challenges on the international agenda - Crisis of world governance - The emergence of the BRIC countries - Global terrorism - Nuclear proliferation - Globalization and the international economic system - Environmental change and international relations - Power and Information society - Other

Lectures given by the teacher and activities done by students who will test the knowledge acquired and develop their skills. The training activities aim to involve students in the learning process. To this end, the teacher will provide basic knowledge and tools needed to strengthen their analytical ability and encourage their critical spirit. In this regard, the reading of selected materials, viewing of documentaries and films, and presentations in class by students will be fundamental. Likewise, the professor will encourage discussions on current topics, presentations and role play so that students expand their communication and interpersonal skills. 6 ECTS credits, 150 hours approximately. Lectures and other activities in class: 42 hours Study of the subject by the student: 56 hours Preparation of presentations by students and other activities: 42 hours Make-up classes, office hours, hand-in of papers, etc.: 8 hours Exam: 2 hours