Introduction to feminist philosophical responses to sexism, taking into consideration the different waves of feminist discourse. Topics may include...
The sources and development of political ideas in French and English Canada. Prerequisite(s): third-year standing.Lectures three hours a week.
Politics of human rights in its historical and cultural context, including: early liberal theories of natural rights; utilitarian and Marxist...
A survey of trends in modern political thought, including some of liberalism, conservatism, neo-conservatism, Marxist and neo-Marxist socialism,...
A survey of ideologies, mainly since 1900, including some of nationalism, utopian socialism, communism, fascism, populism, environmentalism and...
A survey of political thought among Muslims, tracing the emergence and influence of juridical, philosophical and administrative approaches to politics...
Study of the institutions and dynamics of government in Canada, with emphasis on political context, administrative reforms, policy development and...
Policy communities and policy networks in Canada with particular attention paid to policy issues, the political environment, policy instruments,...
Comparative study of government institutions and public services in different countries. Themes may include public sector reform, relations with civil...
The formation and impact of public policy: a variety of political systems as well as a variety of policy areas. Emphasis on developing skills for the...
The public affairs and issue management strategies of corporations, government departments, and other institutions in Canada from a comparative...
Consideration of Canadian and comparative quantitative data and literature relating to several areas of public opinion on key policy issues, including...
Comparative political analysis of the establishment, growth, reform and contraction of the welfare state. Topics may include pensions, health and...
How gender relations affect politics. Emphasis on representation, governance, and civil society. Topics may include citizenship, nation, welfare...
A contemporary approach to the role of gender in political systems of the South. Topics may include gender and development, human rights, social...
Origins, structure and functioning of international institutions with emphasis on the United Nations as well as regional organizations. Topics include...
Examination of the major theoretical approaches to the study of international politics. Topics may include realism, liberalism, Marxism,...
The ideas of classical and contemporary strategic thinkers. International security issues and concepts.Prerequisite: third-year standing. Lectures...
The utility of comparative analysis in the study of the objectives, strategies and decision-making processes involved in the foreign policies of...
The traditions, domestic influences, objectives, capabilities, and decision-making processes, and analysis of selected contemporary issues. ...