LoginPolitical Studies
POLS 111.3 — 1/2(3L)
Democracy in North America
An introduction to the study of politics through an examination of contemporary issues and ideas that arise in and between the democratic systems of Canada, the United States and Mexico, including democracy, sovereignty, aboriginal issues, NAFTA, globalization, identity, rights, representation and political participation.
POLS 112.3 — 1/2(3L)
Political Ideas and Change in Global Era
An introduction to political ideas and change in a global era. The course explores themes such as nationalism, ideology, development, democratization, globalization, sovereignty, conflict and human rights.
POLS 236.3 — 2(3L)
Classical Medieval and Renaissance Political Thought
Examines the political theories of such classical, medieval and
renaissance philosophers as Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Cicero,
Augustine, Aquinas and Machiavelli.
Formerly: POLS 235.
Prerequisite(s): 6 credit units 100-level POLS.
Note: Students with credit for POLS 235 may not take this course for credit.
POLS 237.3 — 2(3L)
Modern Political Theory
Examines the works of such modern political theorists as Hobbes, Locke, Jefferson, Smith, Bentham, Kant, Marx and Mill.
Formerly: POLS 235.
Prerequisite(s): 6 credit units 100-level POLS.
Note: Students with credit for POLS 235 may not take this course for credit.
POLS 248.3 — 1(3L)
Foundations of American Government
Will offer an introduction to the constitutional foundations of
American Government. Topics studied will include the origins and basic
structure of the Constitution and its amendments, the role of the
Courts, civil liberties, federalism, political culture and elections.
Formerly: Half of POLS 242.6.
Prerequisite(s): POLS 111.3 and 112.3.
Note: Students with credit for POLS 242.6 may not take this course for credit.
POLS 249.3 — 1(3L)
Institutions and Processes of American Government
Will examine the formal and informal processes of the American
system of government. Topics will include the institutions of the
Presidency, the Congress, and the bureaucracy and their interaction, as
well as the mass media, public opinion, political parties and interest
groups.
Formerly: Half of POLS 242.6.
Prerequisite(s): POLS 111.3, 112.3 and 248.3.
Note: Students with credit for POLS 242.6 may not take this course for credit.
POLS 250.3 — 1/2(3L)
The Political Sociology of the State and Society
Offers a study of the state and its larger societal environment to determine how they mutually shape one another.
Formerly: POLS 252.
Prerequisite(s): 6 credit units 100-level POLS or SOC 110.
Note: Students with credit for POLS 252 may not take this course for credit.
POLS 251.3 — 1/2(3L)
The Political Sociology of Political Change
Examines the forces that contribute to political stability and
change. It will examine the role of civil society and the mass media in
fostering stability or change, and social movements and revolutions as
means of change.
Prerequisite(s): 6 credit units 100-level POLS or SOC 110.
Note: Students with credit for POLS 252 may not take this course for credit.
POLS 260.6 — 1&2(3L)
International Relations
An examination of the major features of international relations,
including the nature and evolution of international actors, the issues
and ideas which motivate them, and their policies and actions in world
politics.
Prerequisite(s): 6 credit units 100-level POLS.
POLS 305.3 — 1/2(3L)
Provincial Politics
An examination of the institutions and processes of Canadian
provincial political systems with particular emphasis on Saskatchewan.
Prerequisite(s): 6 credit units 100-level POLS.
POLS 307.3 — 1/2(3L)
Topics in Canadian Politics
An examination of major issues of contemporary concern in Canadian
politics, such as constitutional and environmental issues and issues
affecting women. The content of the course varies from year to year,
but is announced in advance of registration deadlines.
Prerequisite(s): 6 credit units of 100-level POLS or 30 credit units at university level.
POLS 337.3 — 1/2(3L)
Topics in Political Thought
An examination of thinkers, issues, or approaches in political
philosophy that are not covered in other political philosophy courses
offered by the department.
Prerequisite(s): POLS 236 and 237 (or POLS 235); or PHIL 262.
POLS 342.3 — 1/2(3L)
Russia and Former Soviet Union Politics of Change
Examines the process of transition in Russia and the other
post-Soviet states with special emphasis on nation building, economic
restructuring, democratic reform, the emergence of civil society, and
geopolitical adaptation.
Prerequisite(s): 6 credit units 100-level POLS.
POLS 343.3 — 1/2(3L)
Politics of Change in Post Soviet Ukraine
An examination of the process of institution-building in post-Soviet
Ukraine, including the effects of political innovations as well as
those of social and economic policies.
Prerequisite(s): 6 credit units 100-level POLS.
POLS 349.3 — 1(3L)
The Public Policy of Multiculturalism in Canada
As Canada becomes an increasingly multiethnic country and demands
for the recognition of diversity multiply, the policy of
multiculturalism will continue to gain importance within the Canadian
polity. This course is intended to introduce students to the study of
the practice of multiculturalism in Canada. It will examine how the
management of ethnic diversity is integrated into Canadian public
policy. As such, it explores the relationship between multiculturalism
and public policy areas such as immigration, employment equity,
anti-racist education, the welfare state, and
federal-provincial-municipal relations. Further, it attempts to put
Canadian multicultural policy within the perspective of
nation-building, English Canadian nationalism, Québécois nationalism,
partisan politics, and globalization.
Prerequisite(s): 6 credit units 100-level POLS.
POLS 370.3 — 1(3L)
War Peace and International Order
Seeks to identify and assess those issues that historically have
generated conflict and examines the various political and diplomatic
efforts that followed epochal wars to create international orders and
mechanisms that would manage, control or prevent future international
conflicts.
Prerequisite(s): 6 credit units 100-level POLS.
POLS 371.3 — 1/2(3L)
International Conflict I Cold War
Critically assesses, by way of theory, the nature of the Cold War as
a system of international relations, including its rise and demise.
Prerequisite(s): 6 credit units 100-level POLS.
POLS 372.3 — 2(3L)
International Conflict II Beyond Cold War
Examines and assesses in theoretical terms the new developments in
the post-Cold War period, highlighting trends and patterns that might
lead to greater conflict.
Prerequisite(s): 6 credit units 100-level POLS.
POLS 398.3 — 1/2(3S)
Special Topics
Offered occasionally by visiting faculty and in other special
situations to cover, in depth, topics that are not thoroughly covered
in regularly offered courses.
Seminar courses are open to third and
fourth year students majoring in political studies, aboriginal public
administration, public administration or international studies. Other
qualified students may be admitted with permission of the head of the
department. However, because of the need to ensure that enrolments in
these courses are compatible with their designation as seminars, all
students must obtain permission in writing from the department before
their registration can be completed.
POLS 404.3 — 1/2(3S)
Issues in Canadian Federalism
An examination of Canadian federalism that deals with enduring and
contemporary issues such as the constitutional division of powers,
intergovernmental relations, fiscal federalism, the federal spending
power, regionalism, the role of Quebec in the federal system, and
constitutional change.
Prerequisite(s): 6 credit units 100-level POLS and permission of the department.
POLS 405.3 — 1/2(3S)
Political Representation in Canada
An examination of issues relating to the institutions and processes
of political representation in Canada such as Parliament, political
parties, interest groups, social movements, courts, and the electoral
process.
Prerequisite(s): 6 credit units 100-level POLS and permission of the department.
POLS 431.3 — 1/2(3S)
Contemporary Problems in Political Philosophy
An analysis of particular contemporary problems in political philosophy.
Prerequisite(s): 6 credit units 100-level POLS and permission of the department.
POLS 434.3 — 1/2(3S)
Politics and Literature
An introduction to the role of literature and other art in the
appreciation and understanding of the nature and dilemmas of politics.
The course first examines theoretical issues concerning the place of
politics in literature and the place of literature in politics and then
examines some classic works of literature.
Prerequisite(s): 6 credit units 100-level POLS and permission of the department.
POLS 449.3 — 1(3S)
The Theory of Multiculturalism
States today are under increasing international scrutiny regarding
their treatment of ethnocultural groups and are expected to meet
evolving international standards regarding the rights of ethnic
minorities and immigrants. Within this context, the political theory of
multiculturalism takes on great importance. This course is intended to
introduce students to the study of the theory of multiculturalism. It
will examine the theoretical underpinnings of multiculturalism as well
as theoretical critiques of multiculturalism. As such, it explores the
theory of multiculturalism within the context of liberalism, identity,
social justice, nationalism, and gender.
Prerequisite(s): POLS 236 or 237 or permission of the department.
POLS 452.6 - 1&2(3S)
Seminar in Political Sociology
A critical examination of theoretical literature on various topics in political sociology, including political elites, bureaucracy, the economic role of the state, political culture, and industrial democracy. Both classical works (e.g., by Weber and Marx) and contemporary works (e.g., by Habermas, Giddens, Dahl, and Offe) will be examined.
POLS 464.6 — 1&2(3S)
Seminar in International Relations
An analysis of selected issues in international relations.
Prerequisite(s): POLS 260 and permission of the department.
POLS 465.3 — 1/2(3S)
Nationalism and the International System
An introduction to the role of nationalism in the formation and
development of the modern international system, both in shaping
international society as well as in threatening its security. The
future and continuing relevance of nationalism in the post-modern world
is also considered.
Prerequisite(s): POLS 260 and permission of the department.
POLS 466.3 — 1/2(3S)
Ethnic Conflict and Democracy
An introduction to the problem of ethnic conflict in international society, with emphasis on special challenges to democracy in ethnically divided societies, and on legal, political and moral issues associated with external efforts to resolving ethno-political conflicts and disputes.Prerequisite(s): POLS 260 and permission of the department.
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