Description
Political Theory
Prerequisites: PHIL 130 or equivalent; please check requirements for declared majors/minors for exceptions.

An introduction to political theory, covering the principal ideas, controversies and institutions of political society.

Outcomes: Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of major approaches to the normative study of politics; to identify the assumptions underlying philosophical arguments; and to critically assess different theories of political justice.
Details
Grading Basis
Graded
Units
3
Component
Lecture - Required
Course Attributes
Tier 2 Philosophical
Offering
Course
PLSC 100
Academic Group
College of Arts and Sciences
Academic Organization
Political Science