Political Science in English II
The course provides a wider and deeper knowledge of the subject field studied within Political Science I.
These are political science perspectives and approaches, methods and techniques, and ability to critically examine political phenomena.
Information for admitted students spring 2025
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These are political science perspectives and approaches, methods and techniques, and ability to critically examine political phenomena.
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Course structure
The course comprises four course modules.
Modules
Approaches to Politics, 7.5 credits
The course module sheds light on the role of theory in social science studies, and to provide an overview of important theoretical traditions. Furthermore the course offers insights into how theories are used and displayed in empirical studies. The course’s aim is to give insights about how theory affects choice of topic, research questions and study design as well as what kind of results that can be expected. The course module will deepen the understanding of the relation between theoretical approach and the analysis of empirical material, as well as encourage critical reflection regarding the implications of theory choice on study design.
The Study of Democracy, 7,5 credits
The course module aims at providing deeper knowledge and understanding of democracy, both theoretically and empirically. The aim of the course is to provide insight on how democracy can be defined, why democracy can be seen as valuable, what different models of democracy there are, and how democracy can be understood in different political contexts, such as international cooperation. The course module also provides insights on how democracy spreads, is maintained, or deteriorates in a global perspective. Special attention is paid to applying democratic theory in the study of political science.
Elective special course I, 7.5 credits
Information about the special course will be published two months before course starts at the latest.
Elective special course II, 7.5 credits
Information about the special course will be published two months before course starts at the latest.
Information about the special courses (156 Kb)
Teaching format
The course is based on lectures and seminars.
Assessment
The form of examination differs depending on course module.
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Schedule
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course. -
Course literature
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Course reports
The Study of Democracy, VT21
Approaches to Politics, VT21
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Meet us
Meet our teachers
Our teachers includes experts on a wide range of topics within the subject and are constantly keeping themselves updated within their fields of specialisation in order to be able to pass on their expertise to you as a student. Learn more
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Contact
Student counsellor
studievagledare@statsvet.su.seStudent office
studentexpedition@statsvet.su.se
