Democracy and Democratization
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Overview
Subject area
POL
Catalog Number
343
Course Title
Democracy and Democratization
Department(s)
Description
4 hours; 4 credits. Designed to examine the social, economic, and political conditions needed for democracy to emerge; the nature and problems of transitions to democracy in different settings; the difficulties of consolidating democracies; why democracies survive or break down. The original emergence of democracy will be compared to recent democratic transitions in Southern Europe, former communist nations, and the Third World. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
4
Maximum Units
4
Academic Progress Units
4
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
4
Requisites
012550