World Systems: History, Geopolitics and Culture
Course Code | INTL-304 |
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Lecture hours per week | 3 |
Lab hours per week | |
Course Availability | Open |
Description | Students in this course learn about the world of the twenty-first century via an examination of the systems of history, geography, economics, and culture across the major world regions. Students develop an appreciation of the complexity of these systems and of the systems’ significance in shaping the current geopolitical landscape. The course includes a study of the interconnectedness and interdependence among world systems, their implications for globalization, and, in turn, the implications of globalization for future world developments. |