Global Politics

IB Global Politics is a contemporary and engaging subject that helps students understand how power, people, and global issues interact in today’s world. The course introduces students to key political concepts such as power, sovereignty, human rights, development, and peace, while encouraging them to examine current global events through multiple perspectives. By exploring case studies from local, national, and international contexts, students learn how political decisions are made, why conflicts arise, and how individuals and institutions work to promote justice, stability, and cooperation.

A central aim of the course is to develop students’ ability to think critically about complex issues. They learn to analyze evidence, evaluate arguments, identify bias, and understand the causes and consequences of political events. Students also reflect on ethical questions related to human rights, inequality, and peacebuilding, helping them develop a sense of responsibility and global citizenship. Through the Engagement Activity, a unique fieldwork component, students investigate a real political issue through direct interaction with stakeholders, allowing them to apply classroom learning to lived political experiences.

Throughout the course, students build strong research, communication, and collaboration skills. They learn to conduct independent investigations, write analytically, participate in discussions and debates, and present political ideas clearly and confidently. By engaging with diverse viewpoints and working with others, students strengthen their ability to navigate disagreement and appreciate the complexity of global political problems. These skills and dispositions prepare students not only for further study in social sciences, international relations, and related fields, but also for responsible, informed participation in an increasingly interconnected world.