Transformations of the State and Political Theory |
Transformations of the State and Political Theory – 6 ECTS Takis Kafetzis Course description This module examines the macro-historical changes in the forms and structures of the modern State and the ways that these changes are represented by the political thought. This approach combines the historical and political sociology with the theory of political ideas. Objectives To acquire an in depth knowledge on the historical and social factors underlying the changes in the form-State Learning outcomes Development of competence on the analysis of articulations between the macro-political level and its theoretical approaches Structure Three-hour interactive lectures and student’s presentations on topics related to the themes of the module Students’ Assessment An essay up to 6000 words accounts for 40% of the grade Bibliography (indicative) Q. Skinner, Visions of Politics, V.1: Regarding Method, 2008 |