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

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
32159 PLS 241-HY1 3
 M     
9:00 a.m.-9:50 a.m.
2025-01-13 Main HY
An additional Class Fee has been added to the tuition and mandatory fees for this course in the amount of $86.25 to cover the cost of provided class textbook or select materials.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
IMPORTANT: This class section includes an additional Class Fee that will cover the cost of a digital copy of the textbook for this course. As an additional option under this program, a low-cost printed copy of the digital textbook can be purchased through the Virginia Western Bookstore. You will have the option to Opt-Out of using the digital textbook once you log into this course in Canvas. Should you choose to Opt-Out, you will receive an adjustment on your student account for the Class Fee after the Last Day to Drop and Receive a Refund, as noted in the Academic Calendar located here https://www.virginiawestern.edu/academic-calendar/.
This is a hybrid class delivered partially in the classroom and partially on the web.
Not scheduled
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
43094 PLS 241-V1 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
2025-08-25 Virtual Distance Learning WW
An additional Class Fee has been added to the tuition and mandatory fees for this course in the amount of $86.25 to cover the cost of provided class textbook or select materials.
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
IMPORTANT: This class section includes an additional Class Fee that will cover the cost of a digital copy of the textbook for this course. As an additional option under this program, a low-cost printed copy of the digital textbook can be purchased through the Virginia Western Bookstore. You will have the option to Opt-Out of using the digital textbook once you log into this course in Canvas. Should you choose to Opt-Out, you will receive an adjustment on your student account for the Class Fee after the Last Day to Drop and Receive a Refund, as noted in the Academic Calendar located here https://www.virginiawestern.edu/academic-calendar/.
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