Democracy, Economy, and Society in Taiwan

3 credits · Undergraduate

Taiwan is one of the leading success stories of the Third Wave of democratization. It was gradually transformed from an insecure one-party dictatorship ruled under martial law into a prosperous liberal democracy -- the only one in the Chinese-speaking world. Through coursework and field trips, we will learn about Taiwan's democratic transformation and economic vitality. We will also explore how the people of Taiwan are grappling with their history, divides over national identity and cross-Strait relations, and the complex security challenges posed by the People's Republic of China.