NCHU Course Outline

Course Name	(中) 人工智慧與國際事務專題(6092)
	(Eng.) Seminar on Artificial Intelligence and International Affairs
Offering Dept	Graduate Institute of International Politics
Course Type	Elective	Credits	3	Teacher	TAN WEI EN
Department	Graduate Institute of International Politics/Graduate	Language	中/英文	Semester	2026-FALL
Course Description	Artificial Intelligence (AI) now is a key source of power in the field of international relations (IR), and power is a critical variable in analyzing political and economic affairs. In this regard, AI deeply affects international affairs and the changing nature of IR also affects the development of AI. This course addresses the interplay between AI and international affairs, looking at : (1) the evolution of military technologies, (2 ) how AI affects power distribution in the international system, (3 ) what states are able to develop effective technologies and establish global AI insitutions. The first part of this course is an introduction on the overall structure and rational of the course and discusses the role of technology in IR theory structural realism and social constructivism in particular) and in the modern international system. The second part looks at the evolution of machine learning , focusing on the changes occurred in warfare, the scientific and industrial development, and the impacts of AI, blockchain as well as 5G on present and future global governance. The third part looks at the strategies that actors (sovereign states in particular) can devise in order to increase their technological edge (or to fill a gap). Finally, the last part will focus on the relationship between AI and the distribution of power, addressing the academic debate between SR and SC in modern diplomatic practices.
Prerequisites				self-directed learning in the course	Y

Relevance of Course Objectives and Core Learning Outcomes(%)			Teaching and Assessment Methods for Course Objectives
Course Objectives	Competency Indicators	Ratio(%)	Teaching Methods	Assessment Methods
The course aims to provide participants with advanced knowledge of the interplay between AI and international affairs, by looking at:(1) how theories of IR address technological change; (2) how different actors have dealt with the introduction of AI technologies; and (3) how nations have been promoting technology and innovation policies as a key element to advance their standing in the international arena. At the end of the course participants will acquire skills that allow them to address some meaningful problems caused by AI.			Discussion Lecturing topic Discussion/Production Exercises	Attendance Oral Presentation Assignment Other
Course Content and Homework/Schedule/Tests Schedule
Week Course Content Week 1 The detailed course information, including weekly topics, readings, multimedia content, etc., will be shared on the course-specific websites during the first week of the semester 112-1, which commences in September 2023. Access to this information will be limited to officially enrolled students. If anyone who is interested in taking this course, please feel free to contact me via email.（The teaching content for each week provided below is for reference only, and the instructor of this course reserves the right to make adjustments and modifications） Week 2 Overview of artificial intelligence and its relevance to global politics Historical context and development of AI in the international arena Week 3 AI applications in diplomatic communication and negotiation The role of AI in analyzing international agreements and conflicts Week 4 AI’s impact on military strategies and warfare Ethical considerations of AI in security and defense Week 5 AI adoption in domestic and international governance Implications for political decision-making and policy formation Week 6 AI-driven economic competition and implications for trade and investment AI’s influence on economic development and cooperation between nations Week 7 The role of AI in cybersecurity and cyber warfare Challenges and prospects for international cybersecurity cooperation Week 8 The ethical dimensions of AI in human rights issues AI and surveillance, privacy, and freedom of expression Week 9 1st assignment of self-directed learning Week 10 AI’s potential impact on global institutions and governance structures Prospects for international collaboration and regulation of AI technologies Week 11 Exploring the implications of AI-enabled autonomous weapons The role of AI in shaping the future of warfare and conflict resolution Week 12 Societal challenges and opportunities of AI in international politics Examining AI’s impact on labor, inequality, and social stability Week 13 Policy considerations for harnessing AI’s potential while mitigating risks Week 14 The role of AI in enhancing economic growth, productivity, and innovation AI-driven entrepreneurship and the digital economy Week 15 AI’s influence on international trade patterns and supply chains Regulatory challenges and ethical considerations in AI-driven finance Week 16 Assessing the impact of AI on jobs and the workforce Policy considerations for addressing labor market disruptionsfnd assignment of self-directed learning Semester-end Presentation self-directed learning    01.Participation in professional forums, lectures, and corporate sharing sessions related to industry-government-academia-research exchange activities.    02.Viewing multimedia materials related to industry and academia.    05.Participation in various workshops organized by different departments of NCHU.
Evaluation
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