| HUMN 2B05 Western Political Thought from Plato to the Present (Not offered in 2013/2014) 0.50 Credit(s) Academic Course |
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| Prerequisite: 3.0 credits of first-year studio and 1.0 credit of first-year liberal arts & sciences (including the Writing course with a minimum passing grade of 60%). |
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| Not offered in 2013/2014 This course introduces students to the issues and debates in political thought through history and across western culture. Students will examine the key concepts and ideas of western politics ranging from Plato, to John Stuart Mill, to C.B McPherson. A particular theme of the course will explore the central ideas that have shaped the contemporary political environment historically in areas such as liberalism, conservatism, Marxism, and in the more contemporary arenas of feminism, socialism, neo-liberalism, aboriginal rights, equality and social justice. Students will also learn about the methodology of political science, the institutional and social framework of political activity, and the role of political ideas. |
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| Anti-requisite: Students who have taken SOSC 2B05: Western Political Thought from Plato to the Present may not take this course for further credit. |
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| Notes: Designation change 2012-13 |
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| Course was last updated July 23, 2013 - 12:19 PM | |