LECTURE COURSE History of International Relations in the Modern Era For students of the second (master’s) level of higher education of specialty B9 History and Archaeology (educational program “History”) and specialty A4.03 Secondary Education (Secondary Education (History and Civic Education) (educational program “Secondary Education (History and Civic Education)”

Abstract

This textbook is intended for Master’s students specializing in History and related fields. It provides a structured and research-based overview of the evolution of international relations in the Early Modern and Modern periods, with a focus on the political, diplomatic, and ideological changes that shaped Europe from the seventeenth to the early twentieth century. The material is designed to support academic learning, develop historical thinking, and encourage critical analysis of key processes and transformations in the international arena. Each lecture is accompanied by references to scholarly sources, allowing students to deepen their understanding and conduct independent research. This textbook may also be useful for lecturers, postgraduate students, and all those interested in the history of diplomacy and international relations.