PSI 3201 - UK Politics and Society

Credits: 4
The course aims to provide specialist knowledge of contemporary British government and politics. It provides candidates with both an awareness of the most significant debates and a thorough understanding of the issues and controversies surrounding the operation of British government. The course involves a study of the theoretical and philosophical context of British politics, exploring the thoughts of key thinkers that have shaped British political debate. In addition to this students will explore the historical context to the present debates and political parties through an exploration of politics in the post war period. The course then proceeds to introduce students to how UK politics works at a national, regional, local and grassroots level. Finally the course explores a range of case studies, including the Brexit debate, which illustrates in more depth the key themes and workings of British politics.