PPR330: Britain in the World

Tutor: Thomas Mills
Term: Lent

Course description

This course presents a detailed analysis of the major developments in British foreign policy since 1945. It explains these developments within a global context, offering rival interpretations of Britain's changing role and status. The major themes include: the consequences of Britain's participation in the Second World War; the retreat from Empire after 1945; the 'special relationship' with the United States; and the prolonged attempt to redefine Britain's global role in the context of perceived economic and geopolitical decline. Understand the major developments in Britain's role in the world since the Second World War.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will be able to:

• Explain the major interpretations of British foreign policy since 1945.
• Understand British foreign policy within a rapidly changing global context.
• Analyse the foreign policy making process in Britain.
• Have developed oral presentation skills and contributed to critical debates.

Assessment

40% coursework and 60% exam.
Coursework: 1 essay of 3000 words. Exam: 2 hours.

Teaching Method

Lecture (1.5 hours) and seminar (1 hour) weekly.

Introductory Reading

Dumbrell, J A Special Relationship (Palgrave Macmillan)

Gamble, A Between Europe and America (Palgrave Macmillan)

Reynolds, D Britannia Overruled (Longman)

Wallace, W The Foreign Policy Process in Britain (Allen & Unwin)

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