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Power and Politics

Undergraduate | GRF-SGY200 | 2024

Pick apart the relationship between politics and power. Build an appreciation for how politics impacts class, culture and the military. Unpack political trends and history. Gain insight into who benefits from political power and who misses out.

Study method
100% online
Assessments
100% online
Entry requirements
Prior study needed
Duration
13 weeks

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Power and Politics

About this subject

  • At the completion of this subject you will be able to:

    1. demonstrate an understanding of political sociology and awareness of trends in politics;
    2. identify and canvass political problems;
    3. apply theoretical lessons and empirical studies to political situations; and
    4. exercise generic skills in the area of research, analysis and critical evaluation, problem solving, written communication and team work skills.

Entry requirements

Others

Note: Level 2 subjects normally assume an introductory level of prior knowledge in this area, e.g. from studying related Level 1 subjects or other relevant experience.

Additional requirements

No additional requirements

Study load

0.125 EFTSL
This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.

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