Module POL3277 for 2022/3
Undergraduate Module Descriptor
POL3277: Developments in British Politics: Institutions and Behaviour
This module descriptor refers to the 2022/3 academic year.
Overview
| NQF Level | 6 | ||
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| Credits | 15 | ECTS Value | 7.5 |
| Term(s) and duration | This module will run during term 2 (11 weeks) | ||
| Academic staff | Dr Hannah Bunting () | ||
| Pre-requisites | none | ||
| Co-requisites | none | ||
| Available via distance learning | No | ||
This module analyses contemporary United Kingdom politics and the developments that shaped current times. Brexit drives change, Covid 19 creates challenges, Scotland and Northern Ireland remaining in UK is questioned. Key political institutions (legislative, executive, judicial, party and electoral systems) and political behaviour (including voting and broader political participation) are addressed. Themes include representation, citizenship and equality, devolution, policy-making and political leadership.
The module is recommended for students specialising in politics and those on interdisciplinary pathways that include politics (there are no pre- or co-requisites required).
| Module created | 28/01/2022 | Last revised | 14/03/2022 |
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