University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 2

Planned timetable: 12 noon - 1.00 pm Wed, 2.00 pm - 3.00 pm Mon

This module has been designed to explore two of the most interesting, yet under-investigated areas of IR: the changing nature of contemporary diplomatic practice and the role of emotions in politics. The module highlights the changing nature of diplomacy in the context of rapid developments in communication technology and enhanced globalisation, and how this has 'opened up' space for new agents and issues to enter into the diplomatic arena. It also considers the role of emotional dynamics in diplomatic practices as a means to offer a more complete and nuanced understanding of political interactions and behaviour. The rationale for considering the two key themes of diplomacy and emotions is that by incorporating emotions into our analyses of politics generally - and diplomacy specifically - we will gain insight into why diplomacy is changing, how it is changing, and how its more traditional forms are being challenged and usurped by 'newer' and 'softer' forms of persuasion.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 1 x lecture (11 weeks), 1 x tutorial (11 weeks)

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 60%, 3-hour Written Examination = 40%


Re-assessment: 3-hour Written Examination = 100%

Personnel

Module coordinator: Dr T D Shepperd
Module teaching staff: Dr T Shepperd