Overview
Contemporary society is a product of a series of revolutions: political, social, economic, technological, sexual, etc. This topic introduces students to the ways in which society has evolved through such revolutions of established order and ways of thinking. It discusses how the prevalence of revolutionary processes structures politics into conservative … For more content click the Read More button below.
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Aims
The principal aim of this topic is to discuss the ways in which economic and social forces determine the content and form of politics. The topic provides students the basis to make an informed judgment on government policies based on the understanding of the interrelation between capitalism, socialism and democracy. Additionally, the topic introduces students to some of the classical political and economic thinkers of modern times.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
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Explain the basic debates on the legitimacy of capitalism and socialism from the perspective of democracy
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Explain the social basis of the modern connection between politics and revolutionary change
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Analyse on-going demands for political, economic and social changes in relation to a series of contemporary issues
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