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2023 Fall > UGRD > polsci > polsci 103

Introduction to Political Theory

Course #: polsci 103

Description:
This course consists of close readings of three texts considered foundational to the history of Western political thought: Plato's Republic, Machiavelli's The Prince, and Marx and Engels' Communist Manifesto. It will examine the characteristic questions and problems raised by these texts concerning the nature of politics and justice, and examine what roles moral and epistemological knowledge might play with regard to both. Also considered will be questions of genre, history, and rhetoric, with special attention given to questions regarding authorial intent, readership, and audience.

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 9528 MW
9:30 - 10:45 am
Schotten,Heike Wheatley W01-0004
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 09/05/2023 - 12/13/2023
Capacity: 50
Enrolled: 50
Status: Closed
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: Humanities, Stay On Track
02 14564 MW
1:00 - 2:15 pm
Schotten,Heike University Hall Y04-4110
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 09/05/2023 - 12/13/2023
Capacity: 30
Enrolled: 30
Status: Closed
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: Humanities, Stay On Track