Course details
- DepartmentDepartment of International Relations
- Application codeSS-IR120
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Overview
Some of the most complex problems in global politics exist at the nexus between international trade, development and environment.
While globalisation has made countries ever more interdependent, the capacity of the international system to deal with global challenges remains limited. A wide range of global problems still awaits effective international solutions – from the depletion of natural resources and global climate change to the creation of an effective and fair trading system and the promotion of economic development.
This course examines the global politics of trade, development and the environment, against the background of continued economic globalisation and the emergence of new forms of global governance.
Key information
Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this course.
Level: 100 level. Read more information on levels in our FAQs
Fees: Please see Fees and payments
Lectures: 36 hours
Classes: 18 hours
Assessment: Written work and one written examination
Typical credit: 3-4 credits (US) 7.5 ECTS points (EU)
Please note: Assessment is optional but may be required for credit by your home institution. Your home institution will be able to advise how you can meet their credit requirements. For more information on exams and credit, read Teaching and assessment
Is this course right for you?
This course is suited to those who would like to gain a better understanding of how we can reconcile the competing objectives of free trade, sustainable development and poverty alleviation. Students considering a career in trade, development or international politics would benefit from this course.
Outcomes
The course aims to promote a better understanding of how we can reconcile the competing objectives of free trade, environmental sustainability and poverty alleviation.
Content
The fundamentals of my course are covered at my home institution, but the summer school course gives me an extra breadth into how the industry works. It’s been a really good experience in diversifying my skill set.
Faculty
The design of this course is guided by LSE faculty, as well as industry experts, who will share their experience and in-depth knowledge with you throughout the course.
Dr Victoria Paniagua
Assistant Professor in International Political Economy
Department
The LSE Department of International Relations is one of the oldest and largest of its kind in the world and remains a leading centre for the subject. It ranked 2nd in the UK and 4th in the world in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023 tables for Politics and International Studies.
LSE International Relations teachers have world-class expertise in their specialist fields. Our faculty advise government agencies, multilateral institutions, NGOs, think tanks and the media on the most critical issues – from economic and environmental policies to counter-terrorism and foreign policy. From foundation level to advanced courses, students build real-world skills and gain exposure to critical issues, questions and state-of-the-art thinking on the most relevant topics in the field.
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