Introduction to Political Institutions is a Level One course
in the Faculty of Social Sciences that all Social Science students
are required to complete successfully. It is a three credit, one
Semester course that is intended to introduce students to some
of the main forms, institutions and issues of politics and government
in the contemporary world. As such students are expected to develop
a basic knowledge of:
- Primary concepts associated with the discipline of political
science;
- Some of the Political Systems in the world, their similarities
and differences;
- Central issues of Politics in the Caribbean and globally
In addition this course aims at strengthening
students’ ability
to think out political and other affairs for themselves. Students
are encouraged to recognize and reject prejudices, blind partisanship
and dogma of all types. Hence, the lectures, tutorials, course-work
and examinations are designed to develop powers of analysis, evaluation
and civic engagement in students. |
It is essential for those who wish to do well in this course to read widely and to use the resources of the library creatively and extensively. A short reading list is suggested, with copies of most of the volumes listed available in the bookstore and in the library. However, in case of the unavailability of any of these books, it is strongly advised that the many alternatives, which are available in the library be used for essay and exam preparation.
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