In this course, students are required to identify and conduct an individual research project on international relations independently under the supervision of the instructor. Topics are selected within the discipline of international relations broadly defined by students in consultation with the instructor. A substantive research paper with theoretical rigor and empirical richness is expected from students. The course also serves the function of assessment of overall knowledge, analytic skill, writing capability, and original thinking that students have acquired in the course of four-year study in the programme.

CILO-1: Identify and summarize key theories and concepts for research in the field of international relations. CILO-2: Identify and summarize major research methods in the field of international relations. CILO-3: Explain and communicate the process of analyzing real cases and examples in the area of international relations. CILO-4: Complete a written report of research project on international relations.