Course overview
The central ideas of some of the most important philosophers from the ancient world to the twentieth century, discovered through their own writings.
Course learning outcomes
- Understand and describe the main controversies around rational choice theory and evidence-based policy
- Demonstrate an understanding of theoretical approaches to public policy from philosophy, politics, and economics, through oral and written argument
- Identify relevant contemporary policy challenges and demonstrate the ability to apply public policy theory to a specific policy proposal
- Explain and evaluate selected proposed foundations for successful policy development, through extended written argument
Degree list
The following degrees include this course