PSCI 1100
Democracy in Theory and Practice
Introduction to modern political ideas such as liberty, equality, the rule of law, representation, participation (including gender aspects), the impact of these ideas on political and policy making institutions in Canada; other countries may be examined. Basic research and academic writing skills.
Topics
- liberty
- equality
- rule of law
- representation
- participation (including gender aspects)
- impact of these ideas on political and policy making institutions in Canada
Course catalogue
2026
Readings
- Miller, David. 2003. Political Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction. Oxford University Press.
- Wright, Donald. 2020. Canada: A Very Short Introduction. Oxford University Press. Paperback: $13.50.
- Final paper: The final paper is an opportunity for students to demonstrate that they can apply what they have learned to real-world situations. This paper must be 2000-2500 words in length (6-8
Prerequisites & course information
Precludes additional credit for PSCI 1000 (no longer offered) , PSCI 1001 (no longer offered), and PSCI 1003 (no longer offered). Lectures two hours a week, tutorials one hour a week.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026–2027
- PSCI 1100 A ↗2026