POLS 480 - Introduction to International Relations - Honors

    Recent Professors
    Kathleen Collihan
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Placement into ENGL C1000H (formerly ENGWR 480) through the Los Rios placement process OR guided self-placement.
    Spring 2026 Sections
    View Spring 2026 sections of POLS 480
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4H · CSU GE Area D8
    Description
    This course examines global issues as they relate to theories of international relations, the nation-state system, the role of state and non-state actors, globalization, armed conflict and its causes, international law and conflict resolution, and international political economy. Emphasis is placed on the comparison of global perspectives among developed and developing nations. This seminar-style honors course approaches the topical material through class discussion which encourages problem-solving techniques focusing on current international relations issues. This course is not open to students who have completed POLS 310.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 1:30pm–2:50pm, Tue Thu 9:00am–10:20am