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POLS 418	POLS 418 Social & Political Concepts of Community in Contemporary Political Theory Course Credits: 3 Provides the student with an in-depth study of the social and political concepts of community. Attention is focused on how recognition of community brings into play the tension between individual and collective/group rights. Course lectures, reading assignments, and in class discussion provide an overview of the following topics: interpretation/hermeneutics of community, roots of community theory, myth of community, quest for community, Christian community, recognition of minority communities in politics, problems associated with the concept of community, recognition of group rights, the liberal-communitarian debate over community, and problems associated with communitarian theory. Cross-listed: PHIL 418 Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Political Studies (including POLS 101 or 234 or 320), and third-year standing
POLS 421	POLS 421 The Contemporary Middle East Course Credits: 3 An introduction to the concerns of contemporary political, economic, and social development such as state consolidation, ethnic and social movements, poverty, and conflict through study of the political economy of the Middle East. Students explore the region through analysis of selected Middle Eastern states, cultures, and emergent issues such as underdevelopment, religious and ethnic movements, external intervention, and regional conflicts and disputes. Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Political Studies (POLS 211 and 308 recommended), or instructor's consent
POLS 422	POLS 422 Contemporary South Asia Course Credits: 3 An in-depth study of the political and economic challenges among selected South Asian states, highlighting the relationship between government policies and social development. This course deals with themes such as democracy, economic reform, ethnic and civil conflict, gender relations, religion, and relations between the states of South Asia. Prerequisite(s): POLS 101 and 211 or instructor's consent
POLS 425	POLS 425 European Comparative Politics & Government Course Credits: 3 An exploration of special topics in European comparative politics. The themes and geographic focus vary from year to year. They may include current political institutions and forces, and the historical evolution of the European politics, in both Western and Eastern Europe. Particular attention is given to the legal traditions that gird the institutional frameworks of the countries under study. This course blends an analysis of individual nation states with an examination of the critical issues that confront them all, which are addressed comparatively. It takes account of both the national and transnational factors that affect, and are affected by, politics in Europe—notably European integration and globalization. Prerequisite(s): POLS 101 and one of POLS 211 or 234
POLS 430	POLS 430 Global Politics Course Credits: 3 A seminar course devoted to intensive study of selected issues in contemporary global politics. Prerequisite(s): POLS 101 and 211, or instructor's consent NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
POLS 431	POLS 431 Religion & Global Politics Course Credits: 3 A survey of religion as a theme in global politics, beginning with case studies in the relationship of religion to politics and foreign policy in various areas of the world and among various religious traditions. Topics include religion and the politics of states, human rights, peace and conflict, international development, globalization, and the foundations of global order. Prerequisite(s): POLS 101 and 211 or instructor's consent
POLS 434	POLS 434 Canadian Political Thought Course Credits: 3 Examination of selected Canadian authors who have contributed significantly to the development of Canadian political discourse. Topics include federalism, social democracy, multiculturalism, feminism, compact theory, and national identity. The course entails the systematic study of these and related concepts in the context in which they were elaborated; comparison to current interpretations and usage. Prerequisite(s): POLS 101 and 234, or instructor's consent
POLS 440	POLS 440 The Evolution of Canadian Foreign Policy Course Credits: 3 An overview of the formulation and trends of Canadian foreign policy in the period since Confederation. This course examines the domestic and external determinants of Canadian foreign policy, the nature of the foreign policy-making process, and the evolution of key themes in Canadian foreign policy. Cross-listed: HIST 440 Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Political Studies including POLS 211 or 234, or instructor's consent
POLS 487	POLS 487 Special Topics in Political Science Course Credits: 3 This course examines special topics or issues in political studies that are not considered in-depth in other courses. Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Political Studies including POLS 101 or 211 or 234, third-year standing, and instructor's consent NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.

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