Germany's Political System

(3 Credit Hours) · Undergraduate

This course gives an introduction to the political system of Germany and is intended for international students looking to gain a firm grasp of pertinent terminology in political science. Individual sessions will present select passages, diagrams, or audio samples from journal or media publications. Areas of emphasis will be vocabulary work as well as discussions of political issues. Thematically, the course will cover the ramifications of the German Basic Law (parliamentary democracy, rule of law, federalism, social policy), the interaction of political institutions and actors (e.g. "chancellor democracy", political parties) and select policies (e.g. environmental policy).