<p>Lecture, three or four hours; discussion, one hour (when scheduled). Requisite: course 20 or 137A. Designed for juniors/seniors. Analysis of role of diplomacy in great power politics, history of diplomatic institutions, advantages of public and private diplomacy, bilateral and multilateral settings, and theory and practice of deterrence and coercion. Use of game theoretic reasoning and historical analysis. Prior exposure to both useful but not required. P/NP or letter grading.</p>

Political Science

Combining rigorous, inclusive pedagogy with opportunities for co-curricular activities—including research, internships, and community engagement—the College provides students with diverse learning experiences that helps them thrive, become critical thinkers, and transform society.

College of Letters and Science

The department investigates the nature, causes, and consequences of politics, whether between countries, around the world, in the U.S., or in political philosophy.

General Catalog

Diplomacy and War

POLSCI129

4 units