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Introduction to Politics (POLS0006)

Key information

Faculty
Faculty of Social and Historical Sciences
Teaching department
Political Science
Credit value
30
Restrictions
This module is a core first year module for students on the BSc Philosophy, Politics and Economics degree, it cannot be taken by external students.
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

The module covers concepts that are foundational for the scholarly study of political phenomena - typically including concepts such as "the state", "power", "democracy", and "collective action". The module draws out the distinction between theories of how the political world is versus how it ought to be. It also emphasises the complexities and intellectual pay-offs of connecting these theories to empirical evidence about the political world.

On successful completion of this module students should have an understanding of:

- core concepts for the study of politics;

- how to critically evaluate theoretical arguments in the social sciences and political philosophy;

- how to critically evaluate empirical evidence in the social sciences.

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Terms 1 and 2 听听听 Undergraduate (FHEQ Level 4)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study
In person
Methods of assessment
25% Coursework
75% Exam
Mark scheme
Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year
50
Module leader
Dr Tim Hicks

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.

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Important information

The catalogue has been updated with key information about the modules that will run during the 2024/25 academic session. Current and prospective students can browse through the catalogue to consider possible module choices for the coming year.

Please note,听information in the catalogue is听subject to change as teaching and assessment arrangements for 2024/25 may need to be adjusted in line with the University's Feedback and Assessment principles and operating model.

Centrally managed exam durations will be provided on students' individual exam timetables. Arrangements for locally managed exams and in-class activity will be confirmed by the teaching department for the module.

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