Academic Catalog

IR525 INTERNATIONAL PROPAGANDA

Course Code: 3140525
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): 3(3-0)
ECTS Credit: 8.0
Department: International Relations
Language of Instruction: English
Level of Study: Masters
Course Coordinator: Prof.Dr. EBRU BOYAR
Offered Semester: Fall or Spring Semesters.

Course Content

The aim of this course is to analyze the use and effects of propaganda, mass persuasion and psychological warfare in modern world politics. This course will cover the period from the beginning of the 19th century to the present day. It will focus on the historical development of propaganda and the use of different propaganda means such as the printed press, film, history and maps which will be examined using specific case studies.