Recent Developments in Political Theory (PO0015)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 10 ? Acronym : SPS-3-PORDPT

This course examines some central issues and debates in recent political theory, with particular emphasis on their international dimension. The approach is conceptual and normative. The course is intended for students with some experience in political theory at honours level (normally Modern Political Theory). Topics studied typically include sovereignty and the moral standing of the state, international human rights, and theories of global or international political organization and institutionalisation.

Entry Requirements

? Pre-requisites : Visiting students must have prior study in Politics. As a general guide we usually require students to have completed three Politics courses at grade B or above. Admission to honours courses is limited and there can be strong competition for places.

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Politics, (School of Social and Political Studies, Schedule J)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 3rd year

? Delivery Period : Not being delivered

? Contact Teaching Time : 2 hour(s) per week for 10 weeks

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Tuesday	15:00	15:50	Central

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

- Students will further develop their skills of conceptual and normative analysis of contemporary political issues.
- They will gain an understanding of how concepts and methods of political theory can be applied in contexts that do not presuppose the absolute sovereignty of the state.
- They will learn how to evaluate substantive views on certain key normative issues in contemporary international politics.