At the end of this course, the student will learn:

• The role of energy in shaping international politics and global power dynamics

• The major actors, institutions, and processes involved in the international politics of energy

• The geopolitical, economic, and environmental dimensions of energy politics

• The historical evolution of the global energy system and its impact on international relations

• The challenges and opportunities for energy security, sustainability, and cooperation in the 21st century

• The future prospects and scenarios for the international politics of energy.