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Course ID	Course
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.
POLS 488	POLS 488 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.
POLS 493	POLS 493 Law, Public Policy & Cultural Change Course Credits: 3 This course will provide students with theoretical and practical frameworks in the areas of law and public policy to engage with social and global issues. Students will explore the intersection of law, politics and culture in the setting of Canada's capital. Students will critique culture and identify positive ways Christians engage and shape culture, particularly in public policy and law. They will explore how law and public policy are developed through observing courts and Parliament in action. Students will identify a critical problem in society and suggest ways to resolve this problem through law and public policy that is consistent with core Christian beliefs. Cross-listed: IDIS 493 Prerequisite(s): Third- or fourth-year standing
POLS 495	POLS 495 Honours Thesis I Course Credits: 3 Under supervision of the departmental faculty, students conduct a careful review of the literature on a topic of their choice as well as an empirical study of some portion of the topic. The final written result is submitted in a 12,000 to 15,000-word thesis. Taken in fourth year by Honours students in Political and International Studies. Prerequisite(s): Application and acceptance into Honours program in political studies or Honours program in international studies. See the department chair or International Studies coordinator.

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