POLI 331 - Comparative Party Systems

This course introduces students to the academic study of political parties and party systems. It examines the determinants of party behaviour from a number of theoretical perspectives, including historical, sociological and institutional. The topics covered include, but are not limited to, the number of parties, electoral systems, party finance, leadership selection, and government formation and stability. Specific case studies are selected both from established and new democracies.

Semester:

Fall (September 2 - December 1, 2025)

Instructor:

Please refer to the Course Outline below.

Program:

Undergraduate, 3 credits

Required Course Material Fee:

There is no access fee for this course.

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Prerequisite

Prerequisite: POLI203 or permission of the Department.

NOTE: If prerequisites are not satisfied, permission of the Department is required.

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Registration Information:

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COURSE OUTLINE

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