Course Code & Number
PSIR 374
Course Title
Comparative Politics
Level
BS
Credit Hours/ ECTS Credits
(3+0+0) 3 TEDU Credits, 6 ECTS Credits
Year of Study:
Junior
Semester:
Fall
Type of Course:
Compulsory
Mode of Delivery:
Face-to-face
Language of Instruction:
English
Pre-requisite / Co-requisite:
Pre-requisites: NONE
Co-requisites: NONE
Catalog Description
Major concepts and theoretical approaches in comparative politics. Democracy, breakdowns and transitions. Political structures and institutions. Political parties and party systems. Social movements. Class analysis. Systems analysis.
Course Objectives
The major objective of this course is to introduce students to the key concepts, theories and methods of comparative approach to politics. The course aims to familiarize the students with the institutional structures of various political systems.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon succesful completion of this course, a student will be able to
1. Demonstrate an understanding of key concepts, theories and methodologies of comparative politics.
2. Apply conceptual and theoretical knowledge to practical examples.
3. Describe various political systems.
4. Design basic comparative research.
5. Find and use primary and secondary sources in comparative politics.
6. Communicate effectively in writing and speech.
Recommended Reading
1. Mark Kesselman, Joel Krieger, William A. Joseph, Introduction to Comparative Politics (Wadsworth Pub