PL4002 - Theory and Method in Political Science

Credit points:	06
Year:	2005
Student Contribution Band:	Band 1
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This subject provides an advanced treatment of theories and methodologies of relevance to the study of political science. It will provide students with the ability to develop rigorous theoretical frameworks in the field of political science. Emphasis will be attached to concepts and competing theories, the generation of hypotheses and methods for evaluating the validity of those hypotheses. Attention will be paid to building frameworks for the analysis of politics in both the domestic and international contexts.

Learning Outcomes

• to develop frameworks for analysing politics;
• to develop high level research skills in political science;
• to further develop students skills in research and writing in political science;
• to provide methodological sophistication in research in the field of politics.

Graduate Qualities

• The ability to think critically, to analyse and evaluate claims, evidence and arguments;
• The ability to adapt knowledge to new situations;
• The ability to define and to solve problems in at least one discipline area;
• The ability to speak and write logically, clearly and creatively;
• A coherent and disciplined body of skills, knowledge, values and professional ethics in at least one discipline area;
• The ability to learn independently and in a self-directed manner;
• A commitment to lifelong learning and intellectual development.

Prerequisites:	Admission to Political Science Honours program
Inadmissible Subject Combinations:	PL4003

Availabilities
, , Study Period 1
Census Date 31-Mar-2005
Coord/Lect:	Assoc. Professor Surin Maisrikrod.
Contact hours:	26 hours
Assessment:	(50%); (50%).
, , Study Period 1
Census Date 31-Mar-2005
Coord/Lect:	Assoc. Professor Surin Maisrikrod.
Contact hours:	26 hours
Assessment:	(50%); (50%).

Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.