Politics: from Power to Participation (SOCS0087)

Key information

Faculty: IOE
Teaching department: Social Research Institute
Credit value: 15

Restrictions: N/A
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

This module takes you on an introductory tour of the discipline of politics, from power to participation. It presents the varied and contested nature of the political realm, beginning with a broad understanding of politics as an everyday process and moving towards a narrow focus on the institutions of democratic politics. Along the way, students will encounter a range of key political concepts including nation, state, global governance, representation, and anti-politics. Every week, the module considers a real-world issue, ranging from the climate crisis and international migration to the Covid19 pandemic. You will be encouraged to make connections between the discipline of politics, global affairs, and your everyday life. The module includes a series of active reading/ writing activities to provide you with the opportunity to develop and sharpen your critical thinking skills. Join us for this interesting and intellectual journey.

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 2 听听听 Undergraduate (FHEQ Level 4)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study: In person
Methods of assessment: 100% Coursework
Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year: 0
Module leader: Dr Karen Schucan Bird
Who to contact for more information: bsc-socsciencesdatascience@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

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

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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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