POLITICS 218

American Politics and Public Policy

Description

Explores American politics and policy. Analyses the US political system and its governance, including the ideas of federalism, separation of powers, checks and balances. Examines the country’s development, its legal and policy-making system, the dynamics between the various actors, and the struggle for power and policy. Covers political parties, participation, interest groups, social movements, media, campaigns and elections.

 

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Availability 2025

Not taught in 2025

Lecturer(s)

Coordinator(s) Dr Maria Armoudian

Assessment

Coursework and exam

Points

POLITICS 218: 15 points

Prerequisites

30 points at Stage I in Politics and International Relations, or POLITICS 106 and 30 points in Global Politics and Human Rights

Restrictions

POLITICS 347