HISTORY OF MODERN POLITICAL THOUGHT
POL3HMP
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Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject provides a conceptual history of Western political thought, from the 17th to the 20th century. Students will review how the theories of influential Western political philosophers (often also political economists) were informed by, and in turn informed, social struggle during this period. The focus is on the political and economic transformation of Western institutions from absolute monarchy to constitutional government, from mercantilism to free market capitalism, and from empire to post-colonialism. Students will also consider the theories and struggles that accompanied the rise and decline of communism, and the purported triumph of liberalism. The subject closes with a challenge. If philosophical, political and economic theories in the West have both emerged from, and informed, social struggle, then how should our contemporary institutions be understood? The subject should appeal to students interested in the crossovers between history, philosophy, politics, and economics. Note: As this is a winter intensive subject, students will need to attend the Melbourne Campus for 6 days in a 2-week period (from 01-12th July 2019).
SchoolHumanities and Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorMiriam Bankovsky
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
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