PLTC 340 - Democracy in South Africa

Institution:

Bates College

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This seminar explores the dynamics of building a democratic state and political community in South Africa following a century of white minority rule. Reviewing scholarship on the state, political economy, and democratization, students assess the political transition as well as efforts aimed at social and economic transformation. In a complementary approach that views grassroots politics, students examine the role of civil society to understand how government and citizens are addressing the challenges of building a democratic society. They study HIV/AIDS as a problem of democratic development. Prerequisite(s): one of the following: Politics 122, 168, 171, 222, 234, 235, 243, 244, 249, 290, or any 300-level seminar. Not open to students who have received credit for Political Science 340. Enrollment limited to 15. L. Hill.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bates.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 786-6000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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