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International Studies

Minor	International Studies 國際研究
Offering Academic Unit	Department of Public and International Affairs
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 2022/23

1. Core Courses (6 credit units)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Units
PIA3121	Theories of International Relations	3
PIA3126	International Political Economy	3

2. Electives (9 credit units)

Any three courses from the following electives:

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Units
PIA2012	Social Research Methods	3
PIA2200	Introduction to International Studies Through Film	3
PIA3046	Asian Migration and the Global Diasporas	3
PIA3124	Special Topics in International Studies I	3
PIA3125	Special Topics in International Studies II	3
PIA4025	Globalization and Socio-Cultural Changes	3
PIA4042	Global Social Movements	3
PIA4071	Globalisation and the Environment	3
PIA4072	Contemporary International Politics of the Asia Pacific	3
PIA4122	International Organisations	3
PIA4123	International Security	3
PIA4130	U.S. Politics and Foreign Policy	3
PIA4132	Introduction to India	3
PIA4201	International Relations: Conflict and Cooperation on Environment and Resources Problems	3

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