Discussion board [20%, Learning Outcomes 1-4], equivalent to 1500
Presentation [20%: 1000 words Learning Outcomes 1-4]
Essay [60%: 3000 words, Learning Outcomes 1-4] (Final work)

This module traces the development of the society of states from its origins in European history through to the present. The module looks at how states became the dominant form of political organization in Europe, and how a society of states based on rules, norms and law evolved. It examines how the European experience has become global through imperialism and war, and considers the impact of diplomacy, nationalism, changing technologies, diversity and the growth of international organisations on the society of states. Having seen how the state has become the highest form of political authority in the world today, the module explores how order is maintained by and between states and considers the challenges posed by globalisation and the erosion of state borders.

1.DEMONSTRATE A CLEAR UNDERSTANDING OF THE CONCEPT OF INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY Knowledge & Understanding

2. DEMONSTRATE DETAILED KNOWLEDGE OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FROM WESTPHALIA TO THE PRESENT.
Knowledge & Understanding, Learning

3. DEMONSTRATE AN ABILITY TO ANALYSE BOTH CONTINUITY AND CHANGE WITHIN INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY.
Analysis

4. PROVIDE WELL-RESEARCHED AND DEVELOPED PIECES OF WORK IN AN APPROPRIATE ACADEMIC STYLE.
Application
Communication

The learning materials and items we advise you to read for each topic introduce the main themes and arguments of the module content. This helps you to develop definitions, and to compare, contrast and analyse important debates on the development of the international system of states. The discussion board forums provide for discussion and analysis of the themes. The independent study element should be used for further reading and preparation of the written assignments.

• Students’ own textbooks; supplied course packs of readings; e-books; e-journals; relevant websites.
• Blackboard VLE
• Computer with internet access

Adam Watson, 1992. The Evolution of International Society, London: Routledge.
Hedley Bull and Adam Watson, 2017. The Expansion of International Society, 2nd edition Oxford: Clarendon
Tim Dunn and Chris Reus-Smit, 2017. The Globalization of International Society’ Oxford University Press.
Andrew Hurrell, 2007. On Global Order: Power, Values and the Constitution of International Society, Oxford University Press
John Baylis and Steve Smith, 2017. The Globalization of World Politics, 7th ed. Oxford University Press