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Classics of Political Theory
概述
CEA CAPA Partner 机构: University of New York in 布拉格
地点: 布拉格, CZECH REPUBLIC
Primary Subject Area: 政治科学
指令: 英语
课程代码: POL101
记录来源: Partner 机构
课程详细信息: 100级
Recommended Semester Credits: 3
联系时间: 45
描述
A survey of the major contributions to Western political thought. Classical theory from the pre-Socratic period to that of 21st Century. Concepts such as authority, 合法性, 法律, 正义, 宪法, and public good are analysed through the lenses of political thinkers from different periods and schools of thought.
The aim of the course is to provide students with knowledge of the major Western Philosophers, their ideas and the societal context in which they developed their theories. The course provides an overview of the nature and history of the Western political theory, from the Greek political philosophers, to the major medieval, modern and contemporary political theorists. Students will be acquainted with foundations, 框架, theories and applications of philosophical reasoning and argumentation linking the work of major political philosophers with important historical and contemporary political and 社会 dilemmas and challenges that present difficult and sometimes conflicting choices. The course aims to challenge students to come to terms with the political choices they face, and will face in their professional, 社会, and personal lives.
The aim of the course is to provide students with knowledge of the major Western Philosophers, their ideas and the societal context in which they developed their theories. The course provides an overview of the nature and history of the Western political theory, from the Greek political philosophers, to the major medieval, modern and contemporary political theorists. Students will be acquainted with foundations, 框架, theories and applications of philosophical reasoning and argumentation linking the work of major political philosophers with important historical and contemporary political and 社会 dilemmas and challenges that present difficult and sometimes conflicting choices. The course aims to challenge students to come to terms with the political choices they face, and will face in their professional, 社会, and personal lives.