Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Schedule - Fall Semester 2026
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POLI 211 004 (CRN: 14507)
INTRO TO INTERNAT'L RELATIONS
Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Department: Political Science
Instructor: Aktan, Dogus
Meetings:
9:00AM - 9:50AM MW (24-AUG-2026 - 4-DEC-2026)
2:00PM - 2:50PM F (24-AUG-2026 - 4-DEC-2026)
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Distribution Group: Distribution Group II
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Undergraduate Professional
Visiting Undergraduate
Undergraduate
Section Max Enrollment: 20
Section Enrolled: 9 (Reserved + All Others)
Reserved Seats for Fall Semester 2026 Matriculants: 7 (7 Available)
Total Cross-list Max Enrollment: 80
Total Cross-list Enrolled: 27
Waitlisted: 0 (Max 792)
Current members of the waitlist have priority for available seats.
Enrollment data as of: 26-APR-2026 11:57PM
Final Exam: Take-Home Exam
Description: This course introduces students to major topics in the subfield of International Relations, including the causes of war, political dimensions of the international economy, international organizations, and interstate cooperation to address contemporary global challenges. This course helps students navigate upper division courses in International Relations and explore the international world. Cross-list: POLI 211, POLI 211, POLI 211.