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Political Science
1020E -
Introduction to Political Science
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A study of the principal concepts, ideas and analytical methods of modern political science, with emphasis on the political systems of Canada and other selected countries.
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The former Politics 021F-026G series.
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Political Science
2130 -
Canadian Government and Politics
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A survey of the government, institutions, and political processes of Canada.
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Political Science
2131 -
International Politics
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A study of the factors governing international relations: the United Nations; the foreign policies of such countries as the USA, Russia, UK, France, China and Canada.
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Political Science
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Public Administration
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The basic principles of public administration in the modern state, including organization, procedures and the relation of administration to policy making.
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Political Science
2202E -
Selected Topics in Political Science
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Political Science
2206E -
Special Topics in Political Theory
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Political Science
2207E -
Special Topics in Canadian Politics
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Political Science
2208E -
Special Topics in International Politics
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Political Science
2209E -
Special Topics in Comparative Politics
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Political Science
2210E -
Special Topics in Comparative Politics: Developed Countries
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Political Science
2211E -
Business and Government
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A review of the relationship between business and government, emphasizing their respective responses to problems of economic and social change. The course will focus primarily on Canada.
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The former Political Science 111.
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Political Science
2215F/G -
Special Topics in Political Science
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An analysis of the political institutions, social institutions and public policy of selected countries. Topics to be posted by the Department.
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Political Science
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Special Topics in Political Science
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An analysis of the political institutions, social institutions and public policy of selected countries. Topics to be posted by the Department.
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Political Science
2219E -
The Politics of Human Rights
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A lecture course on the political dimensions of human rights. The course begins by examining the meaning and interpretations of human rights, and then discusses the application of the human rights discourse in real world situations both within states and at the international level.
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Political Science 3388E, the former Political Science 209E, if taken in 2001-02, 2002-03, 2003-04.
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Political Science
2220F/G -
Government Policy
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This course will analyse the making and implementation of government policy, and examine the content of government policies in such areas as education, health care, family life, and the economy.
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Political Science
2222E -
Politics and the Media in Canada
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Examines the interrelationship between politics, government and the media in Canada. The principal themes of the course include: the political history of the media in Canada; ideology and the media; the political economy of the Canadian media; State regulation of the media; politics and the news; and the political effects of the media.
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Political Science
2225E -
Developing Countries in Global Politics
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A study of the political, economic, and social issues related to development and underdevelopment, including development strategies, global institutions, foreign aid, state building, and democratization. The focus will be on Africa, Asia, and Latin America, supplemented by attention to specific national and regional case studies.
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Political Science
2230E -
Canadian Government and Politics
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An examination of selected problems in Canadian government and politics, such as federalism, political parties and pressure groups.
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Political Science
2231E -
International Relations
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This course surveys contemporary world politics and examines contending theories used by scholars and policymakers to make sense of international affairs. It also provides the conceptual tolls and theories to interpret the international system.
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Political Science
2235E -
The Politics of the Environment
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An examination of human impacts on the earth's ecosystems, and the political responses to these impacts, with particular attention to the effects of industrial technologies and economic patterns, and the underlying values that support these. This course will draw upon concepts from economic, geography, and biology as well as political science.
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Political Science
2237E -
Introduction to Political Theory
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An examination of central themes and issues in the history of political thought from ancient to modern times.
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Political Science
2243E -
The Politics of the Middle East
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A comparative analysis of the formal and informal institutions of government and sources of political change, and a review of selected conflicts of international significance in the region.
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The former Political Science 2143E.
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Political Science
2244E -
American Government and Politics
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A study of the American Constitution, institutions of government and political processes.
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The former Political Science 2144.
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Political Science
2245E -
Introduction to Comparative Politics
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Examines theoretical approaches to the study of comparative politics. The course introduces students to the methodology of comparative politics through the study of both developed and developing societies.
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Political Science
2246E -
Public Administration
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The basic principles of public administration in the modern state, including organization, procedures and the relation of administration to policy making.
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Political Science
2248E -
Western European Political Systems
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A comparative study of government and politics in Western European democratic states.
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The former Political Science 129, 148, 348E.
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Political Science
2255F/G -
Women in Political Life
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This course focuses on the participation and subordination of women in the processes of politics and examines ways of achieving greater equality for women in political life and society.
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Political Science
2257 -
Global Political Economy
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A comprehensive survey of the principal issues, perspectives and debates in the field of global political economy. Topics include the emergence of economic globalisation and its consequences for the environment, labour, democracy, international conflict and poverty. Alternatives to contemporary economic globalisation and contending approaches to international development are also considered.
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Political Science
2265F/G -
The Politics of Childhood Education
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An examination, analysis and evaluation of education legislation in Canada, with particular emphasis on education law in Ontario. This course will explore the relationships that exist among levels of government, school boards, unions and municipal institutions, and how these affect children and families.
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The former Political Science 215F/G taken in 2004-05 or 2003-04; or the former Political Science 216F/G if taken in 2005-06 or 2006-07.
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Political Science 1020E, or Childhood and Social Institutions 1020, or permission of the Department.
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Political Science
2266F/G -
The Family in Law and Politics
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An examination, analysis and evaluation of the effects of international, federal and provincial law on families, children and youth. The political climate that produced such legislation, the parallel policies and social programs introduced and their success or failure will be considered.
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The former Political Science 215F/G if taken in 2005-06 or 2006-07, or the former Political Science 216F/G taken in 2004-05 or 2003-04, or the former Political Science 216G taken in 2002-03.
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Political Science 1020E, or Childhood and Social Institutions 1020, or permission of the Department.
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Political Science
2270E -
Women and Politics
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This course focuses on how women participate and effect political change. It examines women’s subordination and the wide-range of emancipatory struggles women have undertaken to achieve equality.
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Political Science
2275E -
Local Political Economy: Community and Democracy in a Global Age
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This course introduces students to the challenges and opportunities for local communities to control their destiny in an era of global integration. Topics include: strategic economic planning; healthy community initiatives; technology clusters; brownfield regeneration; and community economic development. Case studies are from North America and Europe.
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Political Science
2276F/G -
The Politics of Health Care
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This course considers the operation of Canada’s health care system and the public-policy initiatives designed to address the political and economic challenges of delivering health care services in Canada.
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Political Science
2277F/G -
Education Policy
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An examination of public policies affecting primary and secondary schools in Canada and elsewhere. The course includes government initiatives directed at the structure of the education system, financing and operation of schools, regulation of teachers, and relations between schools and the community.
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Political Science
2280E -
The Government and Politics of China
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An introduction to Chinese Government and Politics with reference to the historical evolution of the political system, ideology, institutions and political processes.
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Political Science
2285E -
Inside Governments: Policy Making in Canada and the United States
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This course examines policy making and public administration in Canada and the United States. Comparing institutions, processes, and cultures, the course surveys a range of policy fields including economic development, social welfare, health care, and public security. Theoretical approaches are supplemented with insider perspectives from policy participants.
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Political Science
2286F/G -
Policy Analysis
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A survey which briefly reviews policy-making processes, and then concentrates on the analysis of policy outcomes, through current examples and literature (primarily) on social indicators, policy planning, implementation, and evaluation.
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Political Science
2287A/B -
Playing Games
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This course conceptualizes politics as a set of interactive games and investigates the successful strategies for playing these games. The games, which students will play, include the prisoner’s dilemma, chicken, stag hunt, ultimatum, and the dollar auction game. The course uses games to understand and resolve such key political situations as war, negotiations, overpopulation, and the provision of public goods.
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Political Science
2288A/B -
Odd Government
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This course uses simulations and class-based experiments to explore models of how government decides and acts. The models include the rational actor model, bureaucratic politics, punctuated equilibrium theory, backward mapping, and the psychology of choice. The course emphasizes the unexpected or odd nature of much of government behavior.
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Political Science
2290E -
Introduction to Political Leadership
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An introductory course which examines the key dimensions of political leadership: nature and significance of leadership, power and leadership, historical and modern approaches to political leadership, skills and competencies of leadership, and political leadership in practice.
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Political Science
2294 -
Selected Topics in Political Science
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Political Science
2295F/G -
Selected Topics in Political Science
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Political Science
2296F/G -
Selected Topics in Political Science
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Political Science
2299E -
British Politics: Continuity and Change
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A historical and analytical examination of the themes of continuity and change in British politics, with particular focus on the constitution, government, democracy, political parties and ideologies. Issues such as nationalism, terrorism, race, multiculturalism, and Britain's relations with the European Union and the USA are also considered.
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Political Science
3300E -
Comparative Politics of Protest and Social Justice
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An examination of cases of unconventional politics and protest movements with reference to competing theories regarding their formation and activities. Focus will be on their political role and activities which invoke a sense of solidarity, shared identity, and a set of moral principles as much cultural as political.
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The former Political Science 392E (570) Selected Topics in 2003-2004.
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Registration in year three of honors political science or year three of honors social justice and peace studies.
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Political Science
3304F/G -
Political Identities
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The formation of political identities is explored in the context of cultures, ideologies, discourses, and narratives in a globalizing world. Investigating citizenship, political participation, engagement in social movements and political protest, the course focuses on hybrid, fragmented, and multiple identities and their political consequences, notably attempts to construct singular identities.
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Political Science 1020E plus 1.0 course in Political Science at the 2200 level, or permission of the department.
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Political Science
3306F/G -
Political Authority and Resistance
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An introduction to the role of masses in political life. Topics include agitation, propaganda, protest, social movements, symbolic politics and mobilization. Ethnic discrimination, nationalism, political terror and political violence are explored through the psychology of ethnocentrism, xenophobia, authoritarianism, dogmatism and racism.
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Enrollment in 3rd or 4th year in any Political Science module.
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Political Science
3309E -
Politics and Contemporary Social Policy
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The political dimension of the social policy debates of recent decades, the challenges of public policy formulation and evaluation, and the experience of Canada and other countries in the social policy field will be examined.
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Political Science
3310E -
Selected Topics in Political Science
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Political Science
3315F/G -
Selected Topics in Political Science
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An analysis of the theory and practise in the processes of government and politics. Topics to be posted by the Department.
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Honors Political Science or permission of Department.
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Political Science
3318F/G -
Selected Topics in Political Science
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An analysis of the theory and practise in the processes of government and politics. Topics to be posted by the Department.
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Political Science
3325E -
Ethnic Conflict and Resolution
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This course will be concerned with the phenomenon of ethnic conflict and conflict resolution. It will examine the numerous theories of ethnicity and ethnic conflict resolution, and will apply these to various examples of ethnic conflict throughout the world.
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Registration in third or fourth year of an Honors Specialization or Honors Double Major, or permission of the department.
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Political Science
3333E -
Canadian Foreign Policy
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An examination of the development and character of Canadian external policy.
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Political Science
3338E -
Political Parties and Pressure Groups
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An analytical and comparative study of political parties and pressure groups.
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Political Science
3339E -
Public Management
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A course for students wishing to work in government or pursue careers that require a close appreciation of the operation of government. Course examines the responsibilities of public servants and their relationships with other actors in the political process. Focus is on Canada, but other countries are considered.
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Political Science
3343F/G -
European Union: The Politics of Integration
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This course will survey the sources in history of European integration, the institutions and policy-making approaches that have resulted from these developments, and the extent to which the European Union has moved in a state-like or democratic direction and will do so in the future.
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Political Science
3345E -
International Law and Organization
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A study of the principles and operations of international and regional associations such as the UN and NATO. An introduction to international law, emphasizing its relevance to the resolution of conflicts between nations.
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Political Science
3349E -
Governing Intergovernmentally
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This is a course which considers the origins and operation of federalism in Canada. The course centres on the interactions of federal and provincial governments in the making of policy and highlights the challenges and changing nature of intergovernmental relations.
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Political Science
3350E -
Canada and the United States: Politics and the Mass Media
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This course enables students to trace the evolution of campaign practices in Canadian federal and United States presidential elections to show the interplay between politicians and the mass media. Emphasis will be given to the role of electronic media and the influence of American models on Canadian political behaviour.
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The former Political Science 485E, if taken prior to September 2004.
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Political Science
3351E -
Theories of the State
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A seminar on theories of the nature and role of the modern state. Topics for discussion may include theories of state formation, pluralist, individualist and neo-Marxist views of the state, and the question of state autonomy in relation to economic and social formations.
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3352E -
Advanced International Politics
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A seminar course treating theoretical aspects of international politics in the light of substantive material. The seminar will consider a selection of normative doctrines, conceptual frameworks, and theoretical propositions concerning various modes of international action and interaction, organization, and integration and evaluate these in application to contemporary world politics.
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Political Science
3356F/G -
The Political Economy of Globalisation
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This seminar course examines the main issues and theoretical debates surrounding contemporary economic globalisation. It analyses the implications of a globalising economy for environmental protection, labour, inequality, democracy, and international peace. The rise of resistance movements and proposals for alternatives to globalisation's current form are also considered.
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3357E -
International Political Economy
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A study of the politics of economic relations, including relations among the advanced industrialized countries, the integration of former centrally-planned economies into the world market economy, and relations between developed and developing countries.
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3358F/G -
The Politics of Economic Development
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A seminar course that examines the theoretical debates and issues surrounding economic development. It surveys the main theoretical approaches that seek to explain the causes of underdevelopment and the development strategies they advocate. Case studies include micro-credit, fair trade, foreign aid, child labour, gender and development, and foreign debt.
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Political Science
3362E -
Case Studies in Contemporary Ethnic Conflict
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This course will involve an in-depth assessment of a range of contemporary ethnic conflicts. It will, in particular, examine the relationship between the internal and external dimensions of these disputes.
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3368E -
City-Regions in a Global Age
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This course examines the growing political, economic, cultural and ecological significance of city-regions. Topics include: the dynamics of globalization and localization; the resurgence of urban and regional policy analysis; effective governance structures for sprawling city-regions; and problems of social polarization and spatial segregation within metropolitan areas.
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Enrollment in 3rd or 4th year in any Political Science module.
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Political Science
3374E -
Special Topics in Political Theory
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3375E -
Special Topics in Canadian Politics
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3376E -
Special Topics in International Politics
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3377E -
Special Topics in Comparative Politics
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3378E -
Special Topics in Comparative Politics: Developed Countries
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3379E -
Global Environmental Politics
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A comprehensive overview of the major issues, actors, ideas, institutions, and interests that constitute the global politics of the environment. The course covers the major worldviews of global environmental politics, the relationship between the global economy and the global environment, and the various approaches to managing global environmental change.
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The former Political Science 3379F/G. Global Environmental Politics offered as the former Political Science 455G in 2005-06 and Political Science 455F in 2006-07 and Political Science 3314E.
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Political Science
3380E -
Governance in the Asia-Pacific
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A seminar course on comparative politics of the dynamic Asia-Pacific region. The exploration of themes such as Confucian capitalism, political economy, Asian values, the rising middle class, state/society relationships, gender and ethnic politics, and political changes will be complemented by detailed country studies that encompass Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Singapore.
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Political Science
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China's International Relations
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An analysis of China's international relations after the Cold War by focusing on the impact of the international environment, the domestic determinants of its foreign policy, changing security concerns, and the patterns of its interaction with other global powers and international organizations.
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The former Political Science 381E.
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3383F/G -
Japan's International Relations
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An analysis of Japan's international relations after the Cold War by focusing on the impact of the international environment, the domestic determinants of its foreign policy, changing security concerns, and the pattern of its interaction with other global powers and international organizations.
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Political Science
3384F/G -
Media and Elections: Campaigns, Candidates and Coverage
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An exploration of the mutual interplay among media, politicians and citizens during election campaigns. Particular attention is focused on political advertising, editorializing, the news and current affairs media, televised debates, on-line campaigning, key campaign turning points and the impact of opinion polls.
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Enrollment in 3rd or 4th year in any Political Science module.
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Political Science
3385F/G -
Political Communications in Canada: Image, Influence, Impact
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An investigation into the relationship between power and representation in Canada. Grounded in a historical orientation to the political media in Canada, the course explores influential social forces behind the creation of media images and messages as well as the degree to which such mediated ideas exert an impact on audiences.
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Enrollment in 3rd or 4th year in any Political Science module.
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Political Science
3386F/G -
The Globalisation of Neoliberalism
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This advanced seminar course examines how neoliberalism became so dominant in the global political economy and considers alternative explanations for the global spread of neoliberalism, including the roles played by global economic competition, military and economic power, policy learning, international institutions, think tanks, economists, consultants and transnational advocacy groups.
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The former Political Science 356F if taken in 2006.
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Political Science
3389E -
Political Psychology
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An examination of selected topics in the area of political psychology including: the role of attitudes in political behaviour; political ideology; personality and politics; political alienation; political socialization; and individual decision-making.
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Political Science
3392E -
Selected Topics in Political Science
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Enrollment in 3rd or 4th year Politics, or permission of the Department for students not registered in Politics programs.
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Political Science
3394F/G -
Selected Topics in Political Science
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Permission of the Department.
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Political Science
3395F/G -
Selected Topics in Political Science
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Permission of the Department.
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Political Science
4405E -
Legislative Politics
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An introduction to the issues and debates relating to the place of legislatures within the political system. Among the main topics are the role of legislatures, their representative ability, legislative careers, parliamentary versus presidential systems and legislative reform. Emphasis will be placed on experience in Canada and the U.S.
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The former Political Science 485E, if taken in 1993-94 or 1994-95.
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Political Science
4420E -
Selected Topics in Political Science
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Permission of the Department
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Political Science
4423F/G -
Nationalism, Rebellion, and Separatism
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This course deals with the relationship between nationalism and conflict in societies that have historically been divided along ethnic and/or religious lines, and have experienced separatist claims, rebellion, and/or secessionist conflicts. It will also consider the challenges posed for conflict resolution and management in such societies.
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The former Political Science 430E.
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Registration in third or fourth year of an Honors Specialization or Honors Double Major, or permission of the department.
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Political Science
4424F/G -
Nationalist Conflicts and Paths to Peace
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This course deals with the problems and prospects of achieving sustainable peace and democracy in divided societies. Topics include consociational power-sharing, federalism, and other forms of territorial and non-territorial autonomy for ethnic communities. The course will also examine the involvement of third parties as mediators and guarantors of peace accords.
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The former Political Science 420E (570) taken in 2003-2004, and the former 430E.
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Registration in third or fourth year of an Honors Specialization or Honors Double Major, or permission of the department.
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Political Science
4429E -
Politics and the State in the United Kingdom
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A seminar devoted to the study of theoretical perspectives on the state, and to the consideration of a selection of contemporary issues within and related to the state in the United Kingdom.
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Political Science
4430E -
Critical Security Studies
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An introduction to the burgeoning field of Critical Security Studies. Central to the field is the extent to which both what is critical and what is security remain unresolved. Themes include: security and identity; securitization; gender and security; security and technology; environmental security; and human security.
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Political Science
4443E -
Foreign Policies of Middle-Eastern States
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This course will examine the foreign policies of the Arab states in the Middle East, Turkey, Israel and Iran. It will consider a framework for analysis that takes into account the major conceptual contributions of recent decades.
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Political Science
4444E -
Constitutions in Canada and the United States
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This course analyzes and compares the protection of individual and group rights in the two federal constitutions, from their inception to the present. Based within a legal-historical context, using the constitutional case method, it examines the political, social, and economic issues as they relate to the role of judges, legislators, and the executives in the formation of public policy.
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Political Science
4450E -
United States Foreign Policy: Economic and Military Globalization
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An analysis of the theory and institutional factors, and the constitutional constraints in a democracy from 1776 to the present.
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Political Science
4485E -
Selected Topics in Political Science
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Political Science
4490E -
Thesis. Permission of the Department
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Thesis to be submitted by April 15 of the fourth year.
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Political Science
4493E -
Special Topics in Political Theory
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Political Science
4494E -
Special Topics in Canadian Politics
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Political Science
4495E -
Special Topics in International Politics
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Political Science
4496E -
Special Topics in Comparative Politics
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Political Science
4497E -
Special Topics in Comparative Politics: Developed Countries
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