Russia In World Politics

1. Discuss the geography, economy, and political system of Russia.
2. Explain Russian revolutions and the subsequent Soviet disintegration.
3. Analyze the post-Soviet restructuring and foreign policy.
4. Familiarize with Russia's contemporary international relations with EU, Ukraine, Arab Spring, and China.
5. Enhance knowledge on Russia-Africa relations.
6. Gain in-depth knowledge on Russia-Nigeria bilateral relations.

13 weeks, about 53 hours in total. Yours will differ.

1. Week 1Module 1: Background to the Study of Russia in World Politics

   • Unit 1: Geography, Economy and Political System of Russia · 3 hours

     Study Russia's geographical features, economic strengths, and political structures.. Analyze maps showcasing Russia's location and boundaries.. Review key economic indicators and natural resource distribution..

   • Unit 2: Russian Revolutions and the Aftermaths · 3 hours

     Examine the causes and consequences of the 1905 and 1917 Russian Revolutions.. Analyze the impact of these revolutions on Russian society and politics.. Discuss the key figures and events that shaped the revolutionary period..

2. Week 2Module 1: Background to the Study of Russia in World Politics

   • Unit 3: Soviet Union in the Cold War Era · 4 hours

     Explore the Soviet Union's role during the Cold War era.. Discuss the ideological and geopolitical conflicts that defined the period.. Analyze the key events and figures that shaped Soviet foreign policy..

3. Week 3Module 1: Background to the Study of Russia in World Politics

   • Unit 4: Soviet Disintegration · 4 hours

     Examine the factors that led to the disintegration of the Soviet Union.. Analyze the political, economic, and social consequences of this event.. Discuss the impact on Russia's role in world politics..

4. Week 4Module 2: Post-Soviet Restructuring and Foreign Policy

   • Unit 1: Historical Perspective of Soviet Union Foreign Policy · 3 hours

     Review the historical context of Soviet Union foreign policy.. Analyze the key principles and objectives that guided Soviet diplomacy.. Discuss the evolution of Soviet foreign policy over time..

5. Week 5Module 2: Post-Soviet Restructuring and Foreign Policy

   • Unit 2: Understanding Post-Soviet Restructuring · 4 hours

     Understand the major changes and challenges that Russia faced after the collapse of the Soviet Union.. Analyze the economic, political, and social reforms implemented during this period.. Discuss the impact of these reforms on Russia's development..

6. Week 6Module 2: Post-Soviet Restructuring and Foreign Policy

   • Unit 3: Russia's Foreign Policy in Post-Cold War Era · 4 hours

     Examine the key features of Russia's foreign policy in the post-Cold War era.. Analyze the factors that shape Russia's foreign policy decisions.. Discuss Russia's relations with major global powers..

7. Week 7Module 2: Post-Soviet Restructuring and Foreign Policy

   • Unit 4: Russia's Foreign Policy in Post-Soviet · 4 hours

     Explore Russia's foreign policy in the post-Soviet period.. Analyze the key objectives and strategies that guide Russia's diplomacy.. Discuss the challenges and opportunities that Russia faces in the international arena..

8. Week 8Module 3: Russia's Contemporary International Relations

   • Unit 1: Russia-EU Relations · 4 hours

     Study the historical and contemporary relations between Russia and the European Union.. Analyze the areas of cooperation and conflict between the two entities.. Discuss the future prospects of Russia-EU relations..

9. Week 9Module 3: Russia's Contemporary International Relations

   • Unit 2: Russia in Ukraine · 4 hours

     Examine Russia's involvement in the conflict in Ukraine.. Analyze the political, economic, and social dimensions of the crisis.. Discuss the implications of the conflict for regional and global security..

10. Week 10Module 3: Russia's Contemporary International Relations

    • Unit 3: Russia's Role in the Arab Spring · 4 hours

      Explore Russia's role in the Arab Spring uprisings.. Analyze the factors that shaped Russia's response to these events.. Discuss the impact of the Arab Spring on Russia's relations with the Middle East..

11. Week 11Module 3: Russia's Contemporary International Relations

    • Unit 4: Russia-China Relations · 4 hours

      Study the strategic partnership between Russia and China.. Analyze the areas of cooperation and competition between the two countries.. Discuss the implications of this partnership for the global balance of power..

12. Week 12Module 4: Understanding Russia-Africa Relations

    • Unit 1: Russia and Africa Interactions · 4 hours

      Examine the historical and contemporary interactions between Russia and Africa.. Analyze the factors that shape Russia's policy towards the continent.. Discuss the opportunities and challenges of Russia-Africa relations..

13. Week 13Module 4: Understanding Russia-Africa Relations

    • Unit 2: Russia's Foreign Policy towards Africa · 4 hours

      Explore the key features of Russia's foreign policy towards Africa.. Analyze the objectives and strategies that guide Russia's diplomacy in the region.. Discuss the impact of Russia's policy on African development and security..