Universität Wien

210108 VO M7: Public Opinion and Political Behaviour (2025W)

4.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 21 - Politikwissenschaft

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Details

Sprache: Englisch

Prüfungstermine

Lehrende

Termine (iCal) - nächster Termin ist mit N markiert

  • Montag 06.10. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal 31 Hauptgebäude, 1.Stock, Stiege 9
  • Montag 13.10. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal 31 Hauptgebäude, 1.Stock, Stiege 9
  • Montag 20.10. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal 31 Hauptgebäude, 1.Stock, Stiege 9
  • Montag 27.10. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal 31 Hauptgebäude, 1.Stock, Stiege 9
  • Montag 03.11. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal 31 Hauptgebäude, 1.Stock, Stiege 9
  • Montag 10.11. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal 31 Hauptgebäude, 1.Stock, Stiege 9
  • Montag 24.11. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal 31 Hauptgebäude, 1.Stock, Stiege 9
  • Montag 01.12. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal 31 Hauptgebäude, 1.Stock, Stiege 9
  • Montag 15.12. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal 31 Hauptgebäude, 1.Stock, Stiege 9
  • Montag 12.01. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal 31 Hauptgebäude, 1.Stock, Stiege 9
  • Montag 19.01. 18:30 - 20:00 Hörsaal 31 Hauptgebäude, 1.Stock, Stiege 9

Information

Ziele, Inhalte und Methode der Lehrveranstaltung

What drives the political choices of millions, how does this shape our democracies, and how can we study it? This lecture examines the formation, measurement, and impact of public opinion in contemporary democracies, alongside the patterns and determinants of political behavior. Students will explore theoretical frameworks and empirical research on how citizens develop political attitudes, how these attitudes are measured, and how they translate into various forms of political participation. The course integrates classic studies with cutting-edge research on digital media, polarization, and global democratic challenges.

Art der Leistungskontrolle und erlaubte Hilfsmittel

The performance assessment takes the form of a written exam in English. Regular attendance of the lectures is strongly recommended. The questions of the final exam refer to the topics discussed in the lecture and the in-depth compulsory reading indicated for each lecture unit. The written exam consists of a mix of open questions which should be answered in a few sentences and multiple choice questions. This is not an open book exam: you are NOT allowed to use books, Powerpoint presentations, your own notes or any electronic devices during the exam.

Mindestanforderungen und Beurteilungsmaßstab

The points scale is as follows:
80-100 points: Very good (1)
70- 79: Good (2)
60-69 points: Satisfactory (3)
50-59 points: Sufficient (4)
0-49 points: Not sufficient (5)

Prüfungsstoff

Contents of the lecture and compulsory readings. Compulsory readings will be made available alongside the lecture slides on Moodle in conjunction with each teaching unit.

Literatur

Berinsky, Adam J., ed. New directions in public opinion. New York, NY: Routledge, 2016 (book; open access via the university library).

A set of journal articles and book chapters, which can be accessed via Moodle.

Zuordnung im Vorlesungsverzeichnis

Letzte Änderung: Fr 03.10.2025 12:47