Course overview
This course aims to develop a foundational understanding of key concepts, systems and ideologies that underpin the study of politics. At the summation of the course students will be equipped with an understanding of the field of politics through their exploration of power, the state, equality and justice, democracy, citizenship, liberalism, nationalism, fascism, Marxism and feminism. Using a range of theoretical approaches including classical, post-colonial, and post-structural approaches this course seeks to provide students with a sound understanding of the key concepts and theories they will expand on in their study of politics.
- The Foundations of Politics
- Political Systems
- Political Ideologies
Course learning outcomes
- Discuss and communicate key concepts underpinning the study of politics and apply these concepts in relation to contemporary political events.
- Identify political structures and systems and explore how they operate.
- Develop critical thinking regarding power and how it operates in a range of political paradigms, both historical and contemporary.
- Produce, in written and verbal communication, critically analytical and well substantiated arguments about politics.
- Use research, including peer reviewed research, to develop both written and oral analysis and arguments regarding politics.
- Communicate cross-culturally in a clear, inclusive and thoughtful manner with an understanding of and empathy to diverse beliefs, backgrounds and experiences.
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Group 1
Class number 25813
Section WS01
Size 80
Available 60
Class number 20751
Section WS02
Size 80
Available 66
Class details
Adelaide City Campus West
Group 1
Class number 60466
Section 01CW
Size 168
Available 168
Magill
Group 1
Class number 60467
Section 01MG
Size 168
Available 168
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