関西大学　KUGF Course Guide 2017

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Module 6Studies on Foreign AffairsArea Studies (Europe I)This course will include lectures on development of capitalism and accumulation of wealth in Europe which led to the development of the modern world.The thoughts and society of modern Europe played a crucial role in shaping the international order and world view in international society. Modern　Japan in the Meiji Era imported science, technology and strengthened its economic development and national power. After the two world wars Europe was divided into two: the West and the East. Moreover, in the post-cold war era Europe became unified and formed the European Union. In this lecture we examine the universal values of democracy, human rights, liberty, equality, on which European society is based in the　contemporary world.We also examine the role of Europe in the globalization age and discuss topics dealing with [Europe and America], [Europe and Asia], and [Europe and Japan].2 creditsSpring SemesterArea Studies (India)This is an introductory course for the area studies in India. Although the global market’s attention to India is immensely growing due to the rapid economy development after 1990s, India is still regarded as a country of “mysteries”. This course will modify the distorted image of India by analyzing various aspects of contemporary Indian society, and help students to understand dynamism of the post-colonial Indian society. This course will also give the opportunity for students to learn the current situations of Indian migrants in the world.2 creditsSpring SemesterArea Studies (Europe II)“What is Europe?”, “Europe and Asia” have been the two major topics in the history of the modern world. They apply to the contemporary world taking into consideration the enlargement of the EU and the rapidly developed Asian economy. Moreover, since the end of the cold war, the concept of Euro-American western world is beginning to change due to the deepening of economic globalization and confrontation between Europe and America concerning politics, economy and security problems. The lecture will examine the role of Europe and its key issues in the contemporary world.2 creditsFall SemesterJapan in International AffairsThe aim of this course is to understand basic knowledge of Japan's diplomacy in the field of international politics. The course will deal with serious political and security issues such as the article 9 of Japan'sconstitution, nuclear proliferation and so on. In order to gain a better understanding Japan's diplomacy, this course will also provide you with basic theories of International Relations.2 creditsFall SemesterInternational DevelopmentAround the world, it is assumed that one billion people are trapped in poor or failing countries. It is suggested that 70% of the poorest live in Africa and many of the rest live in Central Asia. Why the poorest are living in these countries? Why the poorest countries are failing? What can be done about it? Can aids help the poorest? Are aids just wasted? This is the introductory course for the International Development. Its purpose is to introduce the student the basics, particularly the major actors, issues, and geographical areas of interest found in the further study of international development. The course puts special emphasis on the actors in international development (i.e. the state, international organizations, national development agencies, multinational corporations, and civil society), and their impact on particular issues. Linking actors and development issues, the course seeks to deepen the student's understanding of the process of development. 2 creditsSpring SemesterFall SemesterKANSAI UNIVERSITY GLOBAL FRONTIER10