POLS 434 - Political Theory:Modern

Institution:

Virginia Wesleyan University

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Description:

Students analyze and evaluate some of the major themes in modern political theory such as natural rights, political equality and distributive justice. Selections include the works of Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Mill, Smith, Marx, and Nietzsche. Our goal is to consider the ideas of these authors and to understand more clearly the profound and complex role that ideas have played, and continue to play, in society. In addition, we deal with some contemporary responses to their work. Offered each spring.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.vwu.edu

Phone Number:

(757) 455-3200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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