2008-2009 Academic Catalog - Queens University of Charlotte

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INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
INTS 303 Topics in International Studies
A rotating topics course that would permit more in-depth studies of a topic, issue or area within
international studies. Course may be repeated for credit with different topics. As needed.
3 Hrs.
INTS 310 International Law
This course addresses the fundamentals of international law as a discipline. It focuses on
contemporary legal issues in the international arena, key principles, the role of conventions and
treaties as international instruments of law, and policies of nation-states on specific subjects of
interest related to international law. The course utilizes readings, discussion, internet projects,
in-class projects, presentations and case-study methods. Fall Term, odd years. 3 Hrs.
INTS 315 International Political Economy
Examines the relationship between the state and the economy and explores the interaction of
power or authority and markets. Examines whether economic activity is to benefit individual
consumers, promote social welfare goals or to maximize national power. Looks at specific
issues such as globalization, competition among industrialized countries, economic development
in poorer countries, the function of intergovernmental organizations, roles of multinational
corporations and the international monetary and trade systems. Spring Term, every year. 3 Hrs.
INTS 320 Nationalism, Culture and Conflict in Europe
Ethnic identity, nationalism and nationalist conflicts, are among the most explosive forces in
contemporary International Affairs. Europe has long been a center of both national conflict and
efforts to transcend national conflicts. This course will examine the origins, development and
consequences of nationalism and ethnic identity in Europe from the 18th century to the present.
This course will treat nationalism both as a specifically political and as a cultural phenomenon.
Spring Term, even years. 3 Hrs.
INTS 325 Politics and Society of Ireland
An examination of the various forces that have shaped modern Ireland (Northern Ireland as
well as the Republic). Focus on historical, religious, geographic, cultural and political factors.
Discussion of the impact of Irish emigration on the world. Analysis of contemporary issues
facing Ireland (North and South). Fall Term, odd years. 3 Hrs.
INTS 340 Continuity and Change in China, Japan and Korea
China, Japan and Korea (North and South today) represent East Asia. This course explores
and compares the development of the political, economic, social and cultural systems of China,
Japan and Korea from the 19th century; it examines the impact of western imperialism, the rise
of nationalism, the development of communist movements, and the centrifugal forces of the
Cold War. Emphasis on the similar and divergent developmental paths that each of the countries
has followed since WW II, the nuclear issue on the Korean peninsula, current tensions
over past Japanese aggression, the status of Taiwan, and the growing inter-regional economic
relationships among these states. Extensive use of documentary films on the subject. Spring
Term, odd years. 3 Hrs.
INTS 350 India Past and Present
This course examines the recent history, politics, society and culture of India. It will examine the
impact of British colonialism, the rise Indian nationalism, the independence and partition of the
sub-continent in 1947, development strategies of the post-1949 governments, ethnic and religious
fault lines, the economic outlook and India's relationship with its neighbors and the United
States. Fall Term, even years. 3 Hrs.
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