Política Comparada

Nombre del cursoPolítica Comparada
Código del cursoPOS102
DescripciónThis course aims to help students understand and explain political outcomes, processes and systems through the lenses of main theoretical approaches in comparative politics such asthe institutional approach (historical institutionalism, neo and new institutionalism), Marxist approach, cultural approach and rational choice approach. The comparative method is emphasized throughout the course while applying the theories to contemporary case studieson topics ranging from revolutions, political protests, democratization, electoral politics, state formation and social policies.
Resultados del aprendizajeAl finalizar este curso, los estudiantes serán capaces de:
– Understand the main theoretical approaches in the study of political science;
– Compare and contrast, critically assess the weaknesses and strengths of the main theoretical approaches of political science;
– Write academic essays combining theories with empirical research.
EscuelaEscuela de Relaciones Internacionales y Diplomacia (IRD)
NivelLicenciatura
Número de créditos (US / ECTS)3 US / 6 ECTS