Globalization and the Nation-State

Harvard Extension School

GOVT E-1786

Section 1

CRN 17201

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As globalization faces challenges and backlashes, the nation-state and nationalism have resurged, influencing global and local politics. This course examines why, focusing on the nature of nationalism, ethnic conflicts, the rise of populism and authoritarianism, and their implications for global issues such as inequalities, global migration, security, or climate change. Through both theories and case studies from various regions, including the US, Europe, and China, students learn to assess how the renewed importance of nationalism and the nation-state affect the current global landscape.

Registration Closes: August 28, 2025
Credits: 4

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Term

Fall Term 2025

Part of Term

Full Term

Format

Live Attendance Web Conference

Credit Status

Graduate, Noncredit, Undergraduate

Section Status

Open

Instructor Info

Nicolas Prevelakis, PhD

Associate Senior Lecturer on Social Studies, Harvard University


Meeting Info

W 12:30pm - 2:30pm (9/2 - 12/20)

Participation Option: Online Synchronous

Deadlines

Last day to register: August 28, 2025

Notes

This course meets via web conference. Students must attend and participate at the scheduled meeting time. See minimum technology requirements.

Tuition

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All Sections of this Course

CRN Section # Participation Option(s) Instructor Section Status Meets Term Dates
35405 1 Online Asynchronous, Online Synchronous Nicolas Prevelakis Open TTh 8:30am - 11:30am
 Jun 23 to Aug 8
17201 1 Online Synchronous Nicolas Prevelakis Open W 12:30pm - 2:30pm
 Sep 2 to Dec 20

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