POLITICS 223
Comparing Democracy and Government in World Politics
Please note: this is archived course information from 2018 for POLITICS 223.
Description
How do political systems operate around the world? Examines political institutions and avenues for political participation across various countries and regime types. Explores issues like why democracies choose presidential systems over parliamentary systems, why proportional representation might be preferable to majoritarianism, why radical political parties emerge and, how and why we make cross-national comparisons.
Availability 2018
Not taught in 2018
Lecturer(s)
TBA
Points
POLITICS 223: 15 points
Prerequisites
30 points at Stage I in Political Studies or Politics and International Relations or 60 points in BA courses, or POLITICS 106 and 30 points in Global Politics and Human Rights, or approval of Academic Head or nominee
Restrictions
POLITICS 323