Course title: Political Theory IV: International Theory  

Course code: ΠΟΘΠ136

Type of course: compulsory

Level of course: first cycle

Year of study: 2011-2012

Semester: Spring

Number of ECTS credits:

Name of lecturer: Dimitris K. Xenakis

Learning outcomes of the course unit: The aim of this course is to help students understand the theoretical approaches in International Relations and the complex nature of contemporary International Security. The course is designed to address some of the central problems in the intellectual content and practical applications of competing notions in the study of International Relations. Students will develop a broad and specialist knowledge to relate theoretical debates with the empirical analysis of International phenomena. At the end of this course, students are expected to be able to formulate views on the critical theories and participate in genuine dialogue with colleagues on related issues.

Mode of delivery: Face to face

Prerequisites and co-requisites: No prerequisite or co-requisite requirements for this course. However, students that have successfully pass the introductory course “Introduction to Political Science II-International Parameters” will be better qualified for this deeper study of International Relations.

Course contents: This course provides with more advanced study of International Relations and Security.
Lectures: 1.The study of International Relations Theories, 2. Realism, 3. Liberalism, 4 International Society, 5. International Political Economy I: Classical Theories, 6. International Political Economy II: Contemporary Theoretical Issues, 7. Methodological Discourses I, 8. Methodological Discourses II, 9. New Challenges in the study of International Relations, 10. The changing concept of security.

Required reading: R. H. Jackson & G. Sørensen, Introduction to International Relations: Theories and Approaches, Oxford University Press, (translated in Greek) Gutenberg publishers, Athens 2007.

Recommended reading: K. A. Lavdas, D. K. Xenakis and D. N. Chryssochoou eds., Directions in the Study of International Relations, in Greek, Sideris publishers, Athens 2010 (in Greek); T. Dunne, M. Kurki and St. Smith, eds. International Relations Theories: Discipline and Diversity, Cambridge, Cambridge University Press, 2007; D. Bourantonis, K. Ifantis and P. Tsakonas (eds.), Multilateralism and Security Institutions in an Era of Globalization, Routledge, London, 2008.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods: 10 Lectures & 3 Review Lessons

Assessment methods and criteria: Final written examination

Language of instruction: Greek

Course title: European Political System  

Course code: ΠΣΕΠ139

Type of course: compulsory

Level of course: first cycle

Year of study: 2011-2012

Semester: Spring

Number of ECTS credits:

Name of lecturer: Dimitris K. Xenakis

Learning outcomes of the course unit: The aim of this course is to help students to study the European Political System and its evolution. This compulsory course is designed to address the developments in Europe since the founding of the European Communities and up to the Lisbon Treaty. It examines the development of institutions in the European political system and presents the main theoretical approaches to the phenomenon of integration in Europe. Students develop a broad and specialist knowledge to relate these theoretical debates with the institutional developments, and at the end of this course, they are expected to be able to critically discuss issues of European integration in both theoretical and institutional terms.

Mode of delivery: Face to face

Prerequisites and co-requisites: No prerequisite or co-requisite requirements for this course.

Course contents: This course provides with a systematic study of the European Political System.
Lectures: 1. The origins of European integration and the establishment of European Communities, 2. The evolution of EU enlargements, 3. The phenomenon of regional integration in Europe, 4. Theoretical approaches I, 5. Theoretical approaches II, 6. From the Treaty of Paris to the Treaty of Lisbon: the development of the institutional framework and working procedures of the EU, 7.Politics and policies in the EU, 8. Issues of policy and theory in the process of European integration, 9. Supranational institutions and the European nation state, 10. Future challenges.

Required reading: N. Nugent, The government and politics of the European Union, Duke University Press, 5th ed., (translated in Greek) Savalas publishers, Athens 2007.

Recommended reading: D. N. Chryssochoou et.al., European Polity: The Art of Synarchy, Savalas publishers, Athens 2010 (in Greek); N. Maravegias. and M. Tsinisizelis eds., New European Union: Structure and Policies, Themelio publishers, Athens 2007; J. Magone. Contemporary European Politics. A Comparative Introduction, Routledge, London 2010.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods: 10 Lectures & 3 Review Lessons

Assessment methods and criteria: Final written examination

Language of instruction: Greek

Course title: The European Union in the Global System  

Course code: ΕΥΣΠ289

Type of course: optional

Level of course: first cycle

Year of study: 2011-2012

Semester: Winter

Number of ECTS credits:

Name of lecturer: Dimitris K. Xenakis

Learning outcomes of the course unit: The aim of this course is to assist students in studying the European Union’s international identity and global role. The added value lies, on the one hand, on understanding the Common Foreign and Security and Defence Policy, and on the other, on classifying its external relations and priorities. The focus is on both internal and external frameworks, as well as, on the comparative evaluation of the different frameworks. At the end of this course, students will have the necessary analytical means to assess the extent to which the EU has the institutional capacity and the diplomatic vision and political will to exercise an independent and unified role in international affairs.

Mode of delivery: Face to face

Prerequisites and co-requisites: No prerequisite or co-requisite requirements for this course. However, students that have successfully pass the compulsory course “European Political System” would be much better qualified to study this deeper and specialized area of European integration.

Course contents: This course provides with an advanced study of EU’s international relations.
Topics include: 1. The Problematique of Global Europe, 2. Institutional and Normative Dimensions, 3. External Relations, Trade and Developmental Policies, 4. The Common Foreign and Security Policy and European Defence, 5. Transatlantic Relations, 6. Relations with Russia and Turkey, 7. Relations with the Western Balkans, 8. Relations with the Mediterranean/Middle East countries, 9. Relations with the ACP countries, 10. Relations with Central and Latin America countries and Brazil, 11. Relations with the Asian Strategic Partners (Japan, India and China).

Required reading: D. K. Xenakis and M. J. Tsinisizelis eds., Global Europe? International Dimensions of the European Union, Sideris publishers, Athens 2006 (in Greek).

Recommended reading: D. N. Chryssochoou et.al., European Polity: The Art of Synarchy, Savalas publishers, Athens 2010 (in Greek); D. Bourantonis and S. Blavoukos eds., The EU Presence in International Organizations, Routledge, London 2010; F. Cameron, An Introduction to European Foreign Policy, Routledge, London 2007.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods: 11 Lectures & 2 Review Lessons. Optional student group in-class presentations.

Assessment methods and criteria: Final written examinations

Language of instruction: Greek

Course title: Euro-Mediterranean Relations  

Course code: ΕΥΣΠ253

Type of course: optional

Level of course: first cycle

Year of study: 2011-2012

Semester: Winter

Number of ECTS credits:

Name of lecturer: Dimitris K. Xenakis

Learning outcomes of the course unit: The aim of this course is the formation of a framework for the understanding of contemporary Euro-Mediterranean politico-economic and socio-cultural relations. The focus is on both the constituent elements of regional security complexity and the policies of the main actors involved in post-Cold War regional politics. At the end of this course, students are expected to be able to formulate views on Euro-Mediterranean political developments.

Mode of delivery: Face to face

Prerequisites and co-requisites: No prerequisite or co-requisite requirements for this course. However, students that have successfully pass the compulsory introductory course “European Political System” and the optional course “The European Union in the International System” would be much better qualified to study this specialized subject.

Course contents: This course provides with more advanced study of International Relations and Security.
Lectures: 1. Problems of Regional Complexity, 2. Subregional Systems - Southern Europe, Maghreb and Mashreq, 3. Security and Strategy Problems, 4. Underdevelopment and Migration, 5. Institutions and Regional Initiatives (Med Forum, CSCM, 5+5), 6. The role of the US and NATO’s Mediterranean Initiative, 7. EU policies in the Mediterranean 1970-1994 (Global & Renewed Mediterranean Frameworks), 8. The Barcelona Process (1995-2007), 9. European Neighbourhood Policy (2004-) & the Union for the Mediterranean (2007-), 10. The Arab Spring, 11. Change and continuity in the Regional Process.

Required reading: A. Nouschi, The Mediterranean in the 20^th Century, translated by Metehmio publishers, Athens 2000, and lecturer’s notes (given to students in electronic form).

Recommended reading:

S. C. Calleya, Evaluating Euro-Mediterranean Relations, Routledge, London 2005; D. K. Xenakis and D. N. Chryssochoou, The emerging Euro-Mediterranean system, Manchester University Press, Manchester & New York 2001; N. Ayubi ed., Distant Neighbors: The Political Economy of Relations between Europe and the Middle East/North Africa, Ithaka, Reading 1995.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods: 11 Lectures & 2 Review Lessons. Optional student group in-class presentations and essays.

Assessment methods and criteria: Final written examinations

Language of instruction: Greek

Course title: Contemporary Issues of Governance  

Course code: ΣΖΔΠ

Type of course: optional

Level of course: first cycle

Year of study: 2011-2012

Semester: Autumn

Number of ECTS credits:

Name of lecturers: Dimitris K. Xenakis, Kostas A. Lavdas, Nikos & Kostas Manasakis

Learning outcomes of the course unit: This course aims to guide students in the study of contemporary issues of governance in Greece, relating to the economy, the public sector, the European Union, as well as, the problematique in major issues of the current crisis and the reform agenda. At the end of this course, students are expected to be able to formulate critical views on these issues.

Mode of delivery: Face to face

Prerequisites and co-requisites: No prerequisite or co-requisite requirements for this course. However, students that have successfully pass all introductory courses, as well as, other related optional courses offered by the lecturers of this course, would be much better qualified for this advanced course.

Course contents: This course provides with more advanced study in issues of contemporary Greece.

Required reading: D. K. Xenakis (ed.), Progressive Governance Guidelines, Centre for Progressive Policy Research, Papazisis publishers, Athens 2009 (in Greek).

Planned learning activities and teaching methods: 13 Lectures

Assessment methods and criteria: Final written examinations

Language of instruction: Greek