Course ID:
Course Code & Number
PSIR 110
Course Title
Introduction to Political Studies
Level
BS
Credit Hours/ ECTS Credits
(3+0+0) 3 TEDU Credits, 6 ECTS Credits
Year of Study:
First Year
Semester:
Spring
Type of Course:
Elective
Mode of Delivery:
Face-to-face
Language of Instruction:
English
Pre-requisite / Co-requisite:
Pre-requisites: NONE
Co-requisites: NONE
Catalog Description
Introduction to the study of politics and its sub-divisions. Basic ideas, practices and actors. Analysis of political phenomena.
Course Objectives
The main objective of this course is to familiarize the students with the scope of the discipline of political science. The course provides a broad overview of key concepts, themes and debates in political science.
Software Usage
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon succesful completion of this course, a student will be able to
1. Describe key concepts, themes and debates in political science.
2. Understand the scope of the discipline of political science and its sub-divisions.
3. Recognize the significance of active citizenship for the establishment and consolidation of democratic politics.
4. Identify ethical implications of politics.
5. Communicate effectively in writing and speech.
Learning Activities and Teaching Methods:
Telling/Explaining
Discussion/Debate
Questioning
Reading
Simulation & Games
Oral Presentations/Reports
Web Searching
Assessment Methods and Criteria:
Test / Exam
Quiz
Case Studies / Homework
Presentation (Oral/Poster)
Assessment Methods and Criteria Others:
Design Content
Recommended Reading
1. Andrew Heywood, Politics (Palgrave Macmillian, 2007) 3rd edition.
Required Reading
1. James N. Danziger, Understanding the Political World: A Comparative Introduction to Political Science (Longman, 2003) 6 th edition.
Grading
Learning Activities and Teaching Methods Others:
Course Coordinator:
Student Workload:
| Workload | Hrs |
|---|---|
| Case Study Analysis | 16 |
Course & Program Learning Outcome Matching: