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Overview

This topic explores America’s role in international politics by critically analysing the major dynamics and patterns shaping American foreign policy since the foundation of the republic. The topic analyses the main conceptual and theoretical issues in U.S. foreign policy, such as the definition of the “national interest” and the concept … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Aims

This topic aims to:

  • Provide students with a comprehensive historical overview of U.S. foreign policy
  • Outline the main actors, institutions, political relationships, and dynamics shaping U.S. foreign policy
  • Enable students to use this knowledge to analyse contemporary challenges facing America’s role in the world
  • Develop student’s analytical capacities and skills for written and oral communication

Learning outcomes

On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
1.
Identify and explain the main trends and dynamics underscoring U.S. foreign policy from the foundation of the republic to the present
2.
Identify and explain the main actors, institutions, political relationships, and dynamics shaping U.S. foreign policy
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Critically examine contemporary issues and challenges facing America’s international role
4.
Demonstrate written and oral argumentation about U.S. foreign policy

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