POSC003 - Introduction to Political and Policy Studies (Offered in 2016 - 17, T1 & T2)
This course provides an introduction to the major theories, ideas, concepts, and issues in political science and public policy studies. Topics may include but are not restricted to distribution, fairness and justice as they relate to politics and policies. Understanding politics and public policies is crucial for participation in modern society. This course facilitates this understanding by discussing crucial questions such as why states go to war, why some states have become democratic while others have not, how does culture affect politics, and why various countries are ruled in such different ways.
