Making Sense Of Politics

AY2014/2015 Semester 2

The purpose of this course is to introduce students to a way of thinking seriously about politics, and the ultimate goal is for students to have a better grasp of essential political ideas and principles. It will explore public opinion, electoral processes, voting behaviour, institutional processes, international law, international organizations, and other areas in political science discipline. This course will also help students to understand controversial issues in our society today and to draw a distinct line between subjective opinion and empirical knowledge.