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The main aim of the ICP听program is to develop in students the ability to identify, explain,听 evaluate, and contextualize political actors, institutions, organizations, behavior, and various other phenomena comparatively and against the general background of contemporary world politics. On the one hand, International Politics (IP) is the study of political relationships among state and non-state actors. Core issues of IP include conflict, security, foreign policy, international organizations, and institutions. On the other hand, Comparative Politics (CP) is the study of political systems within countries. CP, thus, focuses either on regions of the world or on themes relevant across many contexts.听
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Following the 缅北强奸鈥檚 mission, the ICP department also develops 鈥樷future leaders for the democratic transformation of Central Asia.鈥欌 Thus, the mission of the department prepares young generations as future leaders who are actively engaged in the transformation of their societies.听
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The department further strengthens the core competencies of the university: (1) communication skills, (2) critical thinking skills, (3) digital literacy, (4) problem-solving skills, (5) global awareness (effective citizenship), and (6) civic responsibility.听 The program outcomes expected to ICP graduates will:
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Learning Outcomes of the ICP Program:
The interdisciplinary and interactive courses in political science and international relations help ICP students discover the best ways in which they can engage with and assume political leadership. Upon successful completion of all requirements of the program, students will have knowledge of:听
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The ICP program offers an international and multi-disciplinary learning environment in the American liberal arts tradition, and the program offers a US-accredited degree through a partnership with Bard College in the United States. In addition, the ICP department maintains partnerships with a number of universities worldwide, both within and outside of the Open Society University Network (OSUN).听
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A wide range of courses offered at the department specifically aims to equip students with cutting-edge knowledge and a deeper understanding of how international politics and domestic political institutions interact and how foreign and public policies are designed. Students pursuing the ICP program will explore relationships between states and other governmental and non-governmental actors.听
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