This course expands on current affairs in world politics, global trends, and policy challenges that shape international relations. Topics will include global pandemics, global gender relations, competition between major powers, the spread of populism and racism in media and information politics, climate change, and the global efforts to address inequality.

Antirequisite(s): Political Science 4704F/G, the former International Relations 4701E, the former International Relations 4702E.

Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in year 4 of the Honours Specialization in International Relations Module, or permission of the departments.

Extra Information: Two lecture hours per week. Cross-listed with Political Science 4704F/G.