Key information
- Faculty
- Faculty of Social and Historical Sciences
- Teaching department
- Political Science
- Credit value
- 15
- Restrictions
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Only open to first year BSc Politics and International Relations students in the Department of Political Science
- Timetable
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Alternative credit options
There are no alternative credit options available for this module.
This module aims to introduce students to the process of public policy making in modern states, and explains how decision makers formulate and implement public decisions that have consequences for the everyday lives of citizens. The module sets out theories of decision making and reviews the role of different actors in the policy process as they seek to influence public policy. Topics include the role of public opinion, politicians, lobbyists and bureaucrats.
Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year
Intended teaching term:
Term 2 ÌýÌýÌý
Undergraduate (FHEQ Level 4)
Teaching and assessment
- Mode of study
- In Person
- Methods of assessment
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100%
Coursework
- Mark scheme
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Numeric Marks
Other information
- Number of students on module in previous year
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133
- Module leader
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Dr Ellie Woodhouse
Last updated
This module description was last updated on 19th August 2024.
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