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Session: 2022/23
Last modified: 04/07/2022 11:29:18
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Title of Module: Introduction to Comparative Politics |
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Code: PLTC08007 |
SCQF Level: 8
(Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework) |
Credit Points: 20 |
ECTS: 10
(European Credit Transfer Scheme) |
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| School: | School of Education & Social Sciences |
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| Module Co-ordinator: | A
McKeever |
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| Summary of Module |
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This module provides students with analytical and practical understanding of comparative politics. It introduces students to the basic rules of doing comparative political research. The course is structured into four parts. The first part explores the nature of comparative politics and what theories and methods can we use to compare political system, political actors, institutions and economies. The second part looks at the processes of state formation and globalisation. It also examines the key features of democracies and authoritarian states, drawing on a number of case studies. The third part examines the role of different actors in modern states and explores how citizens participate in politics. By the end of the module students will be able to understand the logic and importance of comparative method and be able to compare and contrast features of different political systems, explain the roles of different political actors, institutions and economies .
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| Module Delivery Method |
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| Face-To-Face | Blended | Fully Online | HybridC | HybridO | Work-based Learning |
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Face-To-Face
Term used to describe the traditional classroom environment where the students and the lecturer meet synchronously in the same room for the whole provision.
Blended
A mode of delivery of a module or a programme that involves online and face-to-face delivery of learning, teaching and assessment activities, student support and feedback. A programme may be considered “blended” if it includes a combination of face-to-face, online and blended modules. If an online programme has any compulsory face-to-face and campus elements it must be described as blended with clearly articulated delivery information to manage student expectations
Fully Online
Instruction that is solely delivered by web-based or internet-based technologies. This term is used to describe the previously used terms distance learning and e learning.
HybridC
Online with mandatory face-to-face learning on Campus
HybridO
Online with optional face-to-face learning on Campus
Work-based Learning
Learning activities where the main location for the learning experience is in the workplace.
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| Term(s) for Module Delivery |
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(Provided viable student numbers permit).
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| Learning Outcomes: (maximum of 5 statements) |
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On successful completion of this module the student will be able to:
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Employ data literacies in selecting library and electronic resources during assessment preparation.
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Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of different concepts, theories and issues in international settings.
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Demonstrate an ability to work in groups to construct arguments which utilise concepts and theories as applied to social and political issues.
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Understand the logic of the comparative method and be able to apply it to the real world events |
| Employability Skills and Personal Development Planning (PDP) Skills |
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| SCQF Headings |
During completion of this module, there will be an opportunity to achieve
core skills in:
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| Knowledge and Understanding (K and U) |
SCQF Level 8.
Develop a theoretical and applied awareness of theories and concepts in comparative politics. |
| Practice: Applied Knowledge and Understanding |
SCQF Level 8.
Present and evaluate information, ideas and arguments central to the module content. |
| Generic Cognitive skills |
SCQF Level 8.
Develop and improve key academic competencies such as report writing and argument evaluation. |
| Communication, ICT and Numeracy Skills |
SCQF Level 8.
Develop acquaintance with the use of digital platforms for accessing learning materials, module information and guidance. |
| Autonomy, Accountability and Working with others |
SCQF Level 8.
Demonstrate ability to work and communicate effectively with peers |
| Pre-requisites: |
Before undertaking this module the student should have
undertaken the following:
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| Learning and Teaching |
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Learning Activities
During completion of this module, the learning activities undertaken to
achieve the module learning outcomes are stated below:
| Student Learning Hours
(Normally totalling 200 hours):
(Note: Learning hours include both contact hours and hours spent on other learning activities) |
| Lecture/Core Content Delivery | 24 |
| Asynchronous Class Activity | 48 |
| Independent Study | 100 |
| Tutorial/Synchronous Support Activity | 10 |
| Personal Development Plan | 18 |
| 200
Hours Total
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**Indicative Resources: (eg. Core text, journals, internet
access)
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The following materials form essential underpinning for the module content
and ultimately for the learning outcomes:
Caramani.D. (2020) Comparative Politics, 5th edition. Oxford. Oxford University Press.
Hague, R. and Harrop, M. (2016) Comparative Government and Politics: An Introduction Ninth Edition. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan
Lim, T. (2016) Doing Comparative Politics: An Introduction to Approaches and Issues.
Lijphart, A. (2012) Patterns of Democracy: Government Forms and Performance in Thirty-Six Countries Second Edition. New Haven: Yale University Press.
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(**N.B. Although reading lists should include current publications,
students are advised (particularly for material marked with an asterisk*) to
wait until the start of session for confirmation of the most up-to-date
material)
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| Engagement Requirements |
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In line with the Academic Engagement Procedure, Students are defined as academically engaged if they are regularly engaged with timetabled teaching sessions, course-related learning resources including those in the Library and on the relevant learning platform, and complete assessments and submit these on time. Please refer to the Academic Engagement Procedure at the following link: Academic engagement procedure
Where a module has Professional, Statutory or Regulatory Body requirements these will be listed here:
All fulltime students (part-time and distant learning students should check with their programme leader for any queries) are required to attend all scheduled classes and participate with all delivered elements of the module as part of their engagement with their programme of study. Consideration will be given to students who have protection under the appropriate equality law. Please refer to UWS Regulations, Chapter 1, 1.64 – 1.67, available at the following link: http://www.uws.ac.uk/current-students/rights-and-regulations/regulatory-framework/
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Supplemental Information
| Programme Board | Social Sciences |
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| Assessment Results (Pass/Fail) |
No
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| Subject Panel | UG Social Sciences – Politics and Criminal Justice |
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| Moderator | A Van der Zwet |
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| External Examiner | J. Derounian |
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| Accreditation Details | |
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| Version Number | 1.01 |
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| Assessment: (also refer to Assessment Outcomes Grids below) |
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| Assessment 1 Essay – 50%, 1500 words. Individual assignment |
| Assessment 2 Case Study – 50%, 2500 words. Paired assignment (in groups of 2). |
(N.B. (i) Assessment Outcomes Grids for the module
(one for each component) can be found below which clearly demonstrate how the learning outcomes of the module
will be assessed.
(ii) An indicative schedule listing approximate times
within the academic calendar when assessment is likely to feature will be
provided within the Student Handbook.)
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Assessment Outcome Grids (Footnote A.)
Footnotes
A. Referred to within Assessment Section above
B. Identified in the Learning Outcome Section above
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Note(s):
- More than one assessment method can be used to assess individual learning outcomes.
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Schools are responsible for determining student contact hours. Please refer to University Policy on contact hours (extract contained within section 10 of the Module Descriptor guidance note).
This will normally be variable across Schools, dependent on Programmes &/or Professional requirements.
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| Equality and Diversity |
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Aligned with the overall commitment to equality and diversity stated in the Programme Specifications, the module supports equality of opportunity for students from all backgrounds and with different learning needs. Using Moodle, learning materials will be presented electronically in formats that allow flexible access and manipulation of content (part-time and distant learning students should check with their programme leader for any queries). The module complies with University regulations and guidance on inclusive learning and teaching practice. Specialist assistive equipment, support provision and adjustment to assessment practice will be made in accordance with UWS policy and regulations. The University’s Equality, Diversity and Human Rights Policy can be accessed at the following link: http://www.uws.ac.uk/equality/
Our partners are fully committed to the principles and practice of inclusiveness and our modules are designed to be accessible to all. Where this module is delivered overseas, local equivalent support for students and appropriate legislation applies.
UWS Equality and Diversity Policy |
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(N.B. Every effort
will be made by the University to accommodate any equality and diversity issues
brought to the attention of the School)
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