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Bachelors' degree in Strategic studies for security and international policies - Enrollment from 2025/2026The Study Plan includes all modules, teaching and learning activities that each student will need to undertake during their time at the University.
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Fundamentals of strategic thinking (2025/2026)
Teaching code
4S010558
Teacher
Coordinator
Credits
6
Language
Italian
Scientific Disciplinary Sector (SSD)
M-FIL/01 - THEORETICAL PHILOSOPHY
Period
Sem. 2A, Sem. 2B
Courses Single
Authorized
Learning objectives
The course aims to provide a valid conceptual framework for an analytical and critical reflection on the contemporary world in relation to the theoretical evolution of strategic thinking. Concrete examples drawn from the history of the Middle and Far East, the Indian subcontinent, the different practices of struggle and resistance of minorities will be highlighted.
Prerequisites and basic notions
No
Program
1. History and philosophy of geopolitics (12 hours) The birth of German geopolitik and its crisis – readings from Ratzel, Haushofer, Schmitt (2 hours) The philosophical foundations of American geopolitics – readings from Kennan, Kissinger, Deneen (4 hours) The Chinese geopolitical tradition – readings from Sun Tzu, Wang Huning, Qiao Liang (4 hours) Geopolitics as geoeconomics? Strategic thinking in the unipolar moment (2 hours) 2. Theory and practice of contemporary geopolitics (12 hours) From spatial determinism to the analysis of forms of life (4 hours) The concept of “geopolitical representation” – case study on the USA and Russia (4 hours) The strategic use of cartography – the Chinese and post-colonial case (4 hours) 3. Critique of geopolitical reason (12 hours) Is geopolitics a science? Between political science and international relations (4 hours) The risk of historical-psychological determinism (4 hours) Limits and risks of geopolitical forecasting (4 hours)
Bibliography
Didactic methods
Frontal lessons
Learning assessment procedures
Oral
Evaluation criteria
The exam aims to verify the achievement of the learning objectives. Assessment is based on: a) Knowledge of the topics covered b) Ability to personally elaborate and use specialized language, both in written and oral presentations c) Active participation The program is the same for both attending and non-attending students.
Criteria for the composition of the final grade
a) Knowledge of the topics covered (60%) b) Ability to personally re-elaborate and use specialist language, both in writing and speaking (20%) c) Active participation (20%)
Exam language
Italiano
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