Introduction to International Relations - PLS 241 at Northern Virginia Community College


         
 
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PLS 241 - Introduction to International Relations
Provides an introduction to the causes of international conflict and cooperation. Focuses on the modern state, diplomacy, war initiation, crisis bargaining, international terrorism, nuclear strategy, interstate economic relations, economic growth, international law, human rights, and environmental politics. This is a UCGS transfer course.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
Prerequisites: ENG 111 or Department Consent
3 credits

Schedule at Northern Virginia Community College

Spring 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
37185 PLS 241-001L 3
 M W   
11:10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
 2025-01-21 Loudoun P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule.
33008 PLS 241-001N 3
  Tu Th  
9:35 a.m.-10:55 a.m.
 2025-01-21 Annandale P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule.
33009 PLS 241-002N 3
  Tu Th  
12:45 p.m.-2:05 p.m.
 2025-01-21 Annandale P
Class meets on campus, on the day(s), time, and location listed on the class schedule.
33010 PLS 241-004N 3
  Tu Th  
6:00 p.m.-7:20 p.m.
 2025-01-21 Virtual and NOL - Real Time CV
Class meets in real-time via Zoom on the day(s) and time listed on the class schedule. Reliable internet access and a Zoom-capable device are required.
36251 PLS 241-01YA 3
    Th  
5:00 p.m.-6:20 p.m.
 2025-01-21 Virtual and NOL - Real Time CV
50% of class time meets in person, on campus; students are expected to attend class in person on the days and times listed on the schedule. 50% of class work is completed online, independently, via CANVAS. Reliable internet access and a computer are required.
Hybrid Course
37186 PLS 241-080L 3
  Tu Th  
4:00 p.m.-6:55 p.m.
 2025-03-25 Virtual and NOL - Real Time CV
Class meets in real-time via Zoom on the day(s) and time listed on the class schedule. Reliable internet access and a Zoom-capable device are required.
OER-no cost textbooks
2nd 7 Week
43149 PLS 241-E05N 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-21 Virtual and NOL WW
15-week online course offered by NOVA Online. NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus. Starts January 21.
43150 PLS 241-E55L 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-02-11 Virtual and NOL WW
NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus. This is a fast-paced accelerated 2nd 7-week course. Starts February 11.
43151 PLS 241-E60W 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-02-18 Virtual and NOL WW
3rd 12-week online course offered by NOVA Online. NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus. Starts February 18.
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