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International Studies

Minor	International Studies 國際研究
Offering Academic Unit	Department of Asian and International Studies
Exclusive Majors (Students who study the following majors are not allowed to choose this minor)	International Studies or Asian and International Studies

Note: The following curriculum information is subject to periodic review and changes.

Aims of Minor

This minor aims to introduce students to some key ideas, theories, methods and issues of international studies. A broad focus on social science traditions and methods and globalization is complemented by a specific emphasis on international relations and international political economy, while electives allow students to explore issues and societies in Asia and other world regions.

Intended Learning Outcomes of Minor (MINILOs)

Upon successful completion of this Minor, students should be able to:

Identify a range of issues that are relevant to contemporary international relations and the political economy in Asia and beyond, and their relevance for Hong Kong organizations, business, and government.
Explore them independently through the use of a range of social science research methods and techniques of data collection and analysis, applying transferable skills which are valuable for employment to a variety of work settings.

Minor Requirements (15 credit units)Catalogue Term : Semester A 2018/19

1. Core Courses (6 credit units)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Units
AIS3121	Theories of International Relations	3
AIS3126	International Political Economy	3

2. Electives (9 credit units)

Any three courses from the following electives:

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Units
AIS2012	Social Research Methods	3
AIS2200	Introduction to International Studies Through Film	3
AIS3046	Asian Migration and the Global Diasporas	3
AIS3124	Special Topics in International Studies I	3
AIS3125	Special Topics in International Studies II	3
AIS4025	Globalization and Socio-Cultural Changes	3
AIS4042	Social Movements in an Age of Globalisation	3
AIS4072	Contemporary International Politics of the Asia Pacific	3
AIS4104	China and the Global South	3
AIS4122	International Organisations	3
AIS4123	International Security	3
AIS4124	Globalization and the Environment	3
AIS4130	U.S. Politics and Society	3
AIS4132	Introduction to India	3
AIS4140	The State and Development in Northeast Asia	3
AIS4201	International Relations: Conflict and Cooperation on Environment and Resources Problems	3

Students are recommended to complete their core requirement prior to enrolling in electives.