Universität Wien

210049 LK BAK7: Comparative Political Analysis (2021W)

6.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 21 - Politikwissenschaft
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Details

max. 50 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Tuesday 05.10. 11:30 - 13:00 Hybride Lehre
    Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Tuesday 12.10. 11:30 - 13:00 Hybride Lehre
    Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Tuesday 19.10. 11:30 - 13:00 Hybride Lehre
    Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Tuesday 09.11. 11:30 - 13:00 Hybride Lehre
    Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Tuesday 16.11. 11:30 - 13:00 Hybride Lehre
    Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Tuesday 23.11. 11:30 - 13:00 Hybride Lehre
    Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Tuesday 30.11. 11:30 - 13:00 Hybride Lehre
    Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Tuesday 07.12. 11:30 - 13:00 Hybride Lehre
    Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Tuesday 14.12. 11:30 - 13:00 Hybride Lehre
    Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Tuesday 11.01. 11:30 - 13:00 Hybride Lehre
    Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Tuesday 18.01. 11:30 - 13:00 Hybride Lehre
    Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock
  • Tuesday 25.01. 11:30 - 13:00 Hybride Lehre
    Hörsaal 2 (H2), NIG 2.Stock

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

***Substantive focus: Technology & the Internet***

Note: The language for this course is English. Weekly readings, assignments, tests and papers are to be written and submitted in English.

Comparative politics is traditionally viewed as one of the three subdisciplines (next to political theory and international relations) of political science. It is concerned with structures, actors as well as processes. The aim of this course is to introduce students to the main theoretical and empirical concepts of comparative politics. It is structured into four main parts: Theories and methods of comparative politics, the historical context, structures and institutions as well as actors and processes.

Each session requires the preparation of two readings. The first is usually an introductory text about the week’s topic, while the second covers an empirical study illustrating the relevant concepts in practice. Both texts must be read and thoroughly prepared. We will discuss both in the plenary, as well as in smaller groups/breakout rooms if on Zoom.

Assessment and permitted materials

The overall assessment and grade are based on three class components. All components have to be passed successfully in order to receive a passing grade overall. The three components are:

- Attendance, participation during class, one discussion lead and weekly assignments (max. 25 points)
- Mid-term test (max. 25 points)
- Final paper [exact format to be determined] (max. 25 points)
- Final reflection on the course literature (max. 25 points)

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Attendance is mandatory. Students are permitted to miss a maximum of two sessions per semester. If the class is conducted online due to COVID-19 restrictions, being marked as present requires the camera to be turned on.

Grade list:
100 - 87 points: Very Good (1)
86 - 75 points: Good (2)
74 - 63 points: Satisfactory (3)
62 - 50 points: Sufficient (4)
49 - 0 points: Fail (5)

Examination topics

See required literature as detailed in the syllabus and discussed in class.

Reading list

The textbook for this course is: Caramani, D. (2020). Comparative politics (5th edn. Politics trove). Oxford: Oxford University Press. Access is provided via the University of Vienna Library.

In addition to chapters from the textbook, this course will include articles illustrating the respective week’s relevant concepts in practice. The reading list can be found in the syllabus.

Association in the course directory

Last modified: Fr 12.05.2023 00:19