International Relations In Southern Africa
- Social Sciences
- 300 level
- 2 credit units
- 124 pages
- 20 units
This course provides an overview of Southern Africa in global politics. It explores the concept of global politics and the location of Southern Africa, delving into the history and political economy of apartheid in South Africa. The course analyzes the roles of South Africa, Namibia, Swaziland, Lesotho, and Botswana in global politics, examining international organizations, political economy, globalization, and the impact of HIV/AIDS on the region's future.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 156 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study, problem solving
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Computer marked assignments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of INR342, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
INR342 · UNIT 1: THE CONCEPT OF GLOBAL POLITICS AND DEFINITION OF SOME TERMS
It is the submission of this Course Developer/Writer that given the scope of the four modules surveyed above, students who take the pains to study the main course work shall all come out as promising experts in the scholarship of Southern Africa, as a field of study in International Relations.
What you should be able to do
- Define and apply key concepts in global politics and international relations.
- Analyze the historical and political context of Southern Africa.
- Evaluate the impact of apartheid on South Africa and the region.
- Assess the role of Southern Africa in global politics.
- Examine the challenges and opportunities facing Southern Africa.
- Understand the dynamics of regional integration and cooperation.
- Analyze the political economy of Southern Africa.
What it prepares you for
- Diplomat
- International Relations Analyst
- Policy Advisor
- Researcher
- Journalist
- Government
- International Organizations
- Non-Governmental Organizations
- Research Institutions
- Media
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1: The Concept of Global Politics and the Location of Southern Africa
Unit 5: Theoretical Framework of Analysis
The unit requires understanding and application of various theoretical frameworks, including realism, liberalism, and constructivism, to analyze complex international relations scenarios.
- Module 2: History and Political Economy of Apartheid in South Africa
Unit 3: Apartheid: The Logic and the Political Economy
The unit requires a deep understanding of the economic structures and power dynamics that sustained apartheid, including the role of international capital and labor exploitation.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 30 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: The Concept of Global Politics and the Location of Southern Africa
Unit 1: The Concept of Global Politics and Definition of some Terms · 2 hours
Define politics, global politics, international relations, national interest, and foreign policy.. Identify the forces that drive global politics.. Understand the concepts of power, authority, democracy, racism, fascism, capitalism, socialism, communism, and imperialism..
- Week 2Module 1: The Concept of Global Politics and the Location of Southern Africa
Unit 2: The World and the African Continent · 2 hours
Define the world and list all the continents.. Enumerate all the regions in Africa and list the countries in each region.. Understand the difference between South Africa and Southern Africa.. List all the countries in Southern Africa..
- Week 3Module 1: The Concept of Global Politics and the Location of Southern Africa
Unit 3: General Overview of Southern Africa · 2 hours
Define Southern Africa from various perspectives (SACU, SADC, geographical).. Discuss the controversy of defining Southern Africa.. Explain the geography, political economy, environment, culture, and people of Southern Africa..
- Week 4Module 1: The Concept of Global Politics and the Location of Southern Africa
Unit 4: Southern Africans and the Advent of Colonialism · 2 hours
Appreciate important historical events and processes relating to the peoples of Southern Africa.. Analyze the social and political context of the region from the Stone Age through to the mid-nineteenth century.. Understand the impact of colonialism on Southern Africa..
- Week 5Module 1: The Concept of Global Politics and the Location of Southern Africa
Unit 5: Theoretical Framework of Analysis · 2 hours
Understand the significance of theoretical clarity in political analysis.. Explain the relevance of the political economy approach in the study of Southern Africa in global politics.. Analyze Southern Africa in global politics using a theoretical framework..
- Week 6Module 2: History and Political Economy of Apartheid in South Africa
Unit 1: Apartheid: Concept, Background and History · 2 hours
Define the concept of apartheid.. Discuss the epigenesis of the concept of apartheid.. Situate the concept of apartheid within the wider perspective of global politics.. Examine the concept of apartheid in historical context..
- Week 7Module 2: History and Political Economy of Apartheid in South Africa
Unit 2: Apartheid: The Contradictions of the Policy · 2 hours
Identify the concept of Afrikaner.. Explain the meaning and dimensions of racism in apartheid enclave.. Describe some of the oppressive, suppressive, and repressive policies of the apartheid regime.. Analyze the contradictions inherent in the justification of apartheid..
- Week 8Module 2: History and Political Economy of Apartheid in South Africa
Unit 3: Apartheid: The Logic and the Political Economy · 2 hours
Identify the logic of apartheid policy.. Describe the political economy of the apartheid policy.. Differentiate the relationship between apartheid policy and global politics in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s..
- Week 9Module 2: History and Political Economy of Apartheid in South Africa
Unit 4: Apartheid: The Dialectics of Liberation Struggle · 2 hours
Discuss the basic steps to liberation and freedom in South Africa.. Explain why the Western powers supported apartheid in the period of 1960s but later changed their minds in 1980s.. Identify some of the reforms in the last days of apartheid regime..
- Week 10Module 2: History and Political Economy of Apartheid in South Africa
Unit 5: South Africa, Southern Africa and Global Politics · 2 hours
State the instruments of capability available to state actors in the international system.. Explain how these instruments enable states to pursue foreign policy objectives in global politics.. Analyze the role of South Africa, Southern Africa, and global politics..
- Week 11Module 3: Southern Africa in Global Politics: Analysing Republic of South Africa, Namibia, Swaziland, Lesotho and Botswana
Unit 1: Republic of South Africa · 2 hours
Identify the domestic structure of the Republic of South Africa.. Discuss the Republic of South Africa's role in the international system.. Analyze the Republic of South Africa in global politics..
- Week 12Module 3: Southern Africa in Global Politics: Analysing Republic of South Africa, Namibia, Swaziland, Lesotho and Botswana
Unit 2: Namibia · 2 hours
Give a general overview of Namibia.. Discuss the place of Namibia in global politics.. Analyze Namibia in global politics..
Unit 3: Swaziland · 2 hours
Give a general overview of Swaziland.. Highlight the role of Swaziland in global politics.. Analyze Swaziland in global politics..
- Week 13Module 3: Southern Africa in Global Politics: Analysing Republic of South Africa, Namibia, Swaziland, Lesotho and Botswana
Unit 4: Lesotho · 2 hours
Give a general overview of Lesotho.. Discuss the role of Lesotho in global politics.. Analyze Lesotho in global politics..
Unit 5: Botswana · 2 hours
Give a general overview of Botswana.. Discuss the role of Botswana in global politics.. Analyze Botswana in global politics..
Preparing for the exam
- Review key concepts and definitions from Units 1-5 in Module 1.
- Create timelines of major events related to apartheid from Module 2.
- Compare and contrast the political and economic systems of South Africa, Namibia, Swaziland, Lesotho, and Botswana (Module 3).
- Analyze the impact of HIV/AIDS on Southern Africa's development (Module 4).
- Evaluate the role of SADC and SACU in promoting regional integration (Module 4).
- Apply the political economy framework to analyze specific issues in Southern Africa.
- Practice answering essay questions on key topics from each module.
- Review all self-assessment exercises and tutor-marked assignments (TMAs).
- Focus on understanding the historical context and theoretical frameworks presented in the course.
- Create concept maps linking key themes and concepts across different modules.
Questions students ask about this course
What is INR342 about?
This course provides an overview of Southern Africa in global politics. It explores the concept of global politics and the location of Southern Africa, delving into the history and political economy of apartheid in South Africa. The course analyzes the roles of South Africa, Namibia, Swaziland, Lesotho, and Botswana in global politics, examining international organizations, political economy, globalization, and the impact of HIV/AIDS on the region's future.
How many units does INR342 have?
INR342, International Relations In Southern Africa, has 20 units across 4 modules, over 124 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is INR342?
INR342 carries 2 credit units, at 300 level in Social Sciences.
Is INR342 hard?
INR342 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical, case study and problem solving work.
How long does INR342 take to study?
About 156 hours of study, spread across its 20 units.
How is INR342 assessed?
INR342 is assessed by assignments, computer marked assignments and final examination.
What can I do with INR342?
Diplomat, International Relations Analyst, Policy Advisor, Researcher and Journalist.