IR/PO 440 - European Security: Geo-politics, Human Security and the Shifting Global Order

As European security transitions from its origins in Cold War deterrence to a position within an increasingly dynamic and multipolar global landscape, shifting alliances and renewed power politics are fundamentally transforming the security environment in ways that surpass the explanatory capacity of traditional Cold War frameworks. This course critically analyzes the dynamic nature of European security in the 21st century, exploring how traditional and emerging threats intersect in a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape. Through case studies and policy debates, students will critically evaluate defense strategies, legal and ethical frameworks, and the global implications of European security perceptions.