Classical Seminar: Origins of Political Thought
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Course Description
Political philosophy in classical antiquity, centered on reading canonical works of Thucydides, Plato, Aristotle against other texts and against the political and historical background. Topics include: interdependence, legitimacy, justice; political obligation, citizenship, and leadership; origins and development of democracy; law, civic strife, and constitutional change.
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Grading Basis
ROP - Letter or Credit/No Credit
Min
3
Max
5
Course Repeatable for Degree Credit?
No
Course Component
Discussion
Enrollment Optional?
Yes
Course Component
Seminar
Enrollment Optional?
No
This course has been approved for the following WAYS
Ethical Reasoning (ER), Aesthetic and Interpretive Inquiry (AII)
Does this course satisfy the University Language Requirement?
No
Programs
POLISCI330A
is a
completion requirement
for: