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This document outlines the coursework for a unit on 20th century international relations from 1879-1980. Students will write two essays of up to 4,000 words each on short and long term issues from this time period. The coursework will cover the European alliance system and arms race from 1879-1912, the post-war settlement and breakdown from 1919-1939, and the origins of the Cold War along with the period of détente from 1969-1980. Students have the option to set their own question for one of the essays.

