| source UC Santa Barbara (X) |
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department Political Science (X) |
An introduction to central texts and problems of political philosophy with an emphasis on such concepts as liberty, equality, authority, justice, and obligation.
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Introduction to the workings of various political systems with an emphasis on governmental institutions and political processes. Comparison of political systems using some of the basic concepts of political analysis.
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An introduction to the basic concepts, theories, and problems of international relations; balance of power, deterrence, the states system, imperialism, realism, idealism, levels of explanation, war and peace.
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Political ideas, institutions, and processes of American government. The role of congress and the president in policy formation and of the supreme court in interpreting the constitution.
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Critical reviews and discussions of related topics in political science.
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Independent research under the guidance of a faculty member in the department. Course offers exceptional students the opportunity to undertake independent research or work in a research group.
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This course focuses on understanding the contemporary Mexican political system from a political economy perspective. It explores the development and behavior of Mexican institutions and actors, and the challenges facing them in a context of major economic and political change.
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An introduction to the design and evaluation of political research: formulating clear hypotheses, developing appropriate measures, and analyzing data using simple statistical methods and qualitative techniques; emphasizes clear exposition of arguments, interpretations, and findings.
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An introduction to the design and evaluation of political research: formulating clear hypotheses, developing appropriate measures, and analyzing data using simple statistical methods and qualitative techniques;emphasizes clear exposition of arguments, interpretations, and findings.
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A comparison of federalism, political parties, and executive leadership in different countries. A core course generally recommended, and in some cases required, for advanced work in comparative government.
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Lectures in special areas of interest in political science. Specific coursetitles to be announced by the department each quarter offered.
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This course will explore problems concerning alienation, obligation, power,freedom, and fulfillment as treated by ancient and modern authors.
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Analyzing the dynamics of revolution from the French and Soviet to contemporary revolutions in Asia, Latin America and the Middle East.
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Introduction to some of the main concepts of political theory, such as the individual and the state, freedom and equality, political obligation, and their relevance to modern society and government.
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The origin and development of significant political ideas in the United States, as expressed in the contributions of selected thinkers.
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Introduction to the ancient and modern models of democracy which underpin contemporary democratic life. An analysis of the philosophical bases of democracy, diversity, political obligation, equality, liberty, consent, representation, and rights.
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The role and significance of the judiciary in the American political system. Such questions as: how cases go through the courts, how "interests" are represented through litigation, the processes by which judges are recruited, and the "independence" of the judiciary will be explored. The course will also entail an exploration of how judges reach decisions and the impacts and consequences of those decisions. The emphasis will be largely on the federal courts, especially the U.S. Supreme Court, and the main focus will be on "public," rather than "private" law.
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Survey of the variety of electoral laws in use throughout the world; analysis of their effects upon the nature of political systems and represention; addresses the philosophical question, "what is the fairest way to count votes?"
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An inquiry into the nature of law and justice.
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Examination of the political consequences of ethnicity. Theoretical approaches to issues addressing problems of multiethnic states in the developing world, and the successor states of the Soviet Union.
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An examination of the possibility and desirability of normative international political theory and an exploration of the moral dimensions of statecraft; use of force, nuclear deterrence, humanitarian intervention,distributive justice, and human rights.
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An examination of theories concerning the actions, interactions, and relationships among nation-states.
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A critical review of strategic thought with regard to nuclear weapons, including an examination of arms control and disarmament proposals and the study of efforts to control the spread of sensitive civilian technologies. Survey of national policies toward nuclear energy and weapons.
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The nature and function of international organization, including a study of the United Nations and the European community.
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Nature and sources of international law; international legal personality; nationality, territory, jurisdiction; diplomatic and consular agents; treaties; war; neutrality.
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