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161-012 Classics of Political Thought: Control and Consent | |
Note | Formerly available as 161-218/318. Students who have completed 161-218/318 are not eligible to enrol in this subject. To alternate with 161-013 |
Availability | 2nd and 3rd year |
Credit Points | 12.5 |
Coordinator | Dr Doug Adeney |
Prerequisites | One first year single-semester Philosophy subject. Students who lack this prerequisite, but believe themselves adequately prepared to attempt any second/third-year subjects, should consult the Head of Department. |
Semester | Not Offered (view timetable) |
Contact | Two 1-hour lectures per week for the first 11 weeks, and a 1-hour tutorial per week beginning the third week of semester |
Subject Description | A critical study of classic political texts by Aristotle, Machiavelli, Hobbes and Locke, with comparisons among them and with more recent writers. These texts contain many famous views and arguments, and raise various fundamental questions in political philosophy including those of the basis of political authority, the relationship between politics and morality, and the best form of government. The study of such classics develops our appreciation of historically important parts of Western thought, and contributes to a richer understanding of modern views and issues. |
Assessment | A 2-hour examination, and an essay of 2000 words, and regular attendance and participation in tutorials. |
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