POLITICS 107

New Zealand Politics

Description

An introduction to understanding who governs New Zealand and in whose interests. Topics include national identity, institutions of government, leadership, voting and elections, the place of Maori within the political system, parties and political participation. The course draws on current research in NZ politics and provides knowledge that can be applied to a variety of careers, including law, business and public service.

For full course information see the Digital Course Outline.

Digital Course Outlines for 2025 will be refreshed around November/December.

 

Availability 2025

Semester 2

Lecturer(s)

Lecturer(s)  Victoria Woodman

Assessment

Coursework + exam

Points

POLITICS 107: 15 points