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Studenten worden geadviseerd om hetvolgende opleidingsonderdeel te hebben gevolgd in een voorgaande onderwijsperiode: Politicologie en Bestuurskunde 1 (4737)
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| Degree programme | | Study hours | Credits | P1 SBU | P1 SP | 2nd Chance Exam1 | Tolerance2 | Final grade3 | |
 | 3 ba major Bestuurskunde (democratie) met minor Communicatiewetenschappen (digitalisering) | Compulsory | 162 | 6,0 | 162 | 6,0 | Yes | Yes | Numerical |  |
| 3 ba major Bestuurskunde (democratie) met minor Sociologie (diversiteit) | Compulsory | 162 | 6,0 | 162 | 6,0 | Yes | Yes | Numerical | |
| 3 ba major Communicatiewetenschappen (digitalisering) met minor Bestuurskunde (democratie ) | Compulsory | 162 | 6,0 | 162 | 6,0 | Yes | Yes | Numerical | |
| 3 ba major Sociologie (diversiteit) met minor Bestuurskunde (democratie) | Compulsory | 162 | 6,0 | 162 | 6,0 | Yes | Yes | Numerical | |
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| The bachelor of social sciences graduate has knowledge of the main theoretical strands, basic concepts, research traditions and historical developments within the field of the social sciences and can interpret these developments from a social-scientific multidisciplinary perspective. | | | - DC
| The student understands comparative politics as an interdisciplinary field of research, can define and distinguish important theoretical approaches and methods, and apply them to the analysis of political systems and processes. | | | | - BC
| The student can explain and historically situate the key concepts and definitions of comparative politics. | | | | - BC
| The student can distinguish and explain the main theoretical approaches and methods within comparative politics. | | | - DC
| The student is familiar with the theoretical approaches and methodological tools of comparative politics and can apply them in a critical analysis of various political systems and processes. | | | | - BC
| The student can critically reflect on the value and limitations of different theoretical and methodological approaches within comparative politics. | | | | - BC
| The student can critically discuss and apply the learned theoretical approaches and methods to concrete cases of political systems and processes. | - EC
| The bachelor of social sciences graduate has insight into the mutual relationship between the main theoretical strands, basic concepts, research traditions and historical developments within and between the disciplines of sociology, public administration and media & communication studies, as well as in relation to other disciplines in the social sciences and beyond (interdisciplinarity). | | | - DC
| The student understands how different political systems and institutions can be comparatively analyzed. | | | | - BC
| The student is able to recognize and explain the characteristics of various political systems, and can elucidate their similarities and differences. | | | - DC
| The student understands the importance and implications of political culture, institutions, and behavior in different countries, and how these aspects influence each other. | | | | - BC
| The student can explain the influence of political culture on the functioning of political systems. | | | | - BC
| The student can describe and analyze the challenges and opportunities of institutional changes and political reforms in different countries. | - EC
| The bachelor of social sciences graduate has knowledge of and insight into basic concepts, research traditions and theoretical strands concerning 'grand challenges', particularly in the field of digitalisation, diversity and/or democracy at the local, regional, national, European and global level. | | | - DC
| The student understands comparative politics as an interdisciplinary field of research, can define and distinguish important theoretical approaches and methods, and apply them to the analysis of political systems and processes. | | | | - BC
| The student can explain and historically situate the key concepts and definitions of comparative politics. | | | | - BC
| The student can distinguish and explain the main theoretical approaches and methods within comparative politics. | | | - DC
| The student is familiar with the theoretical approaches and methodological tools of comparative politics and can apply them in a critical analysis of various political systems and processes. | | | | - BC
| The student can critically reflect on the value and limitations of different theoretical and methodological approaches within comparative politics. | | | | - BC
| The student can critically discuss and apply the learned theoretical approaches and methods to concrete cases of political systems and processes. | - EC
| The bachelor of social sciences graduate can identify relevant sources and literature on a well-defined social science issue, collect them and critically analyse them based on a theoretical conceptual framework. | | | - DC
| The student can effectively search for scientific literature. | | | | - BC
| The student references high-quality scientific sources. | | | - DC
| The student can integrate scientific literature into the development of a standpoint. | | | | - BC
| The student integrates scientific literature into the development of a coherent argument that supports a standpoint. | - EC
| The bachelor of social sciences graduate can report on scientific research orally, in writing and visually, in an informed, coherent and convincing manner. | | | - DC
| Students will be able to report the findings of their own research in writing, using correct and academic language. | | | | - BC
| The student formulates one or more research findings in a clear and correct way, using academic language correctly. | - EC
| The bachelor of social sciences graduate can share scientific information effectively and collaborate with others to achieve a goal. To this end, they have the skills to communicate in a correct, structured, accessible and convincing way. They are also able to work in a flexible and constructive way in a multidisciplinary and diverse team. | | | - DC
| The student can work constructively and solution-oriented with others toward an outcome. | | | | - BC
| The student shows sufficient commitment in working with others. | | | | - BC
| The student cooperates constructively and solution-oriented with others. | - EC
| The bachelor of social sciences graduate is aware of the own role as a social scientist and the own position within a multi-layered, diverse society. | | | - DC
| The student adopts a healthy critical attitude toward politics and government. | | | | - BC
| The student can critically reflect on the value and limitations of policies and political decisions. |
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| | EC = learning outcomes DC = partial outcomes BC = evaluation criteria |
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Students are advised to have completed the following course in a previous academic period: Political Science and Public Administration 1 (4737), Statistics 1 (4739), Statistics 2 (4874)and to possess the following entry competencies:
• The student can describe the main (basic concepts of) theoretical movements within political science, apply them to concrete cases and current examples, and critically evaluate them.
• The student can interpret, explain, and critically approach research results in the field of political science.
• The student can correctly process scientific literature and share the main findings with fellow students.
• The student can prepare and execute group assignments together with fellow students.
• The student can engage in constructive discussions with others about opposing findings and work towards a conclusion.
• The student can develop a well-founded standpoint on political science and public administration topics.
• The student can appropriately communicate their standpoint, both orally during case sessions and in written assignments.
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In the course "Comparative Political Institutions," students gain insight into the main political institutions and their functioning in various political systems worldwide. The course covers topics such as comparative methods in political science, the dynamics of authoritarian regimes and their transitions to democracies, the role and varieties of political parties and party systems, and the differences between consensus and majoritarian democracies. Students also explore the complexity of political instability and ethnic conflicts, as well as the impact of institutions on conflict resolution. Furthermore, processes of democratization and democratic backsliding are thoroughly analyzed, with special attention to populism and its influence on democratic stability. Additionally, different types of dictatorships and the selectorate theory are examined to provide insights into how dictatorships function and affect political stability.
In the case sessions and discussion seminars, students work in groups on presentations and short papers. These interactive sessions include analyses of electoral reforms, the role of political institutions in democratic stability, and the impact of diversity and inclusion on policymaking. Through these activities, students learn to critically reflect on the functioning and impact of political institutions, with a strong emphasis on using scientific literature and empirical examples.
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Period 1 Credits 6,00
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| Written evaluaton during teaching periode | 35 % |
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| Oral evaluation during teaching period | 15 % |
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| Written exam | 50 % |
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| Multiple-choice questions | ✔ |
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| Evaluation conditions (participation and/or pass) | ✔ |
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| Conditions | A student must achieve a minimum of 10/20 on each sub-evaluation to pass the course. Sub-evaluations include 1) the total evaluations during the teaching period and 2) the evaluation during the examination period. Any results based on attendance or preparation are included as part of the evaluations during the teaching period. |
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| Consequences | A student who scores less than 10/20 on one (or both) sub-evaluations will receive an overall grade that is the arithmetic average of the two sub-evaluations, with a maximum grade of 9/20 for the course. |
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Second examination period
| Evaluation second examination opportunity different from first examination opprt | |
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| Explanation (English) | Students who do not pass the case sessions (preparation, presentation, and group collaboration) will receive an individual replacement assignment as a second exam opportunity. This assignment consists of a written country analysis, similar in content to the case study – 50%.
The written exam, which is closed book and individual, consists of a combination of multiple-choice questions and open-ended questions (during the exam period) – 50%. |
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(1) Reader consisting of various peer-reviewed articles and chapters
(2) Powerpoints
(3) Extra material available on BlackBoard |
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| Exchange Programme Social Sciences | Optional | 162 | 6,0 | 162 | 6,0 | Yes | Yes | Numerical | |
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Students are advised to have completed the following course in a previous academic period: Political Science and Public Administration 1 (4737), Statistics 1 (4739), Statistics 2 (4874) and to possess the following entry competencies:
• The student can describe the main (basic concepts of) theoretical movements within political science, apply them to concrete cases and current examples, and critically evaluate them.
• The student can interpret, explain, and critically approach research results in the field of political science.
• The student can correctly process scientific literature and share the main findings with fellow students.
• The student can prepare and execute group assignments together with fellow students.
• The student can engage in constructive discussions with others about opposing findings and work towards a conclusion.
• The student can develop a well-founded standpoint on political science and public administration topics.
• The student can appropriately communicate their standpoint, both orally during case sessions and in written assignments.
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In the course "Comparative Political Institutions," students gain insight into the main political institutions and their functioning in various political systems worldwide. The course covers topics such as comparative methods in political science, the dynamics of authoritarian regimes and their transitions to democracies, the role and varieties of political parties and party systems, and the differences between consensus and majoritarian democracies. Students also explore the complexity of political instability and ethnic conflicts, as well as the impact of institutions on conflict resolution. Furthermore, processes of democratization and democratic backsliding are thoroughly analyzed, with special attention to populism and its influence on democratic stability. Additionally, different types of dictatorships and the selectorate theory are examined to provide insights into how dictatorships function and affect political stability.
In the case sessions and discussion seminars, students work in groups on presentations and short papers. These interactive sessions include analyses of electoral reforms, the role of political institutions in democratic stability, and the impact of diversity and inclusion on policymaking. Through these activities, students learn to critically reflect on the functioning and impact of political institutions, with a strong emphasis on using scientific literature and empirical examples.
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Case session ✔
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Lecture ✔
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Case study ✔
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Group work ✔
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Homework ✔
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Paper ✔
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Presentation ✔
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Period 1 Credits 6,00
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| Oral evaluation during teaching period | 15 % |
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| Written exam | 50 % |
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| Multiple-choice questions | ✔ |
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| Evaluation conditions (participation and/or pass) | ✔ |
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| Conditions | A student must achieve a minimum of 10/20 on each sub-evaluation to pass the course. Sub-evaluations include 1) the total evaluations during the teaching period and 2) the evaluation during the examination period. Any results based on attendance or preparation are included as part of the evaluations during the teaching period. |
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| Consequences | A student who scores less than 10/20 on one (or both) sub-evaluations will receive an overall grade that is the arithmetic average of the two sub-evaluations, with a maximum grade of 9/20 for the course. |
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Second examination period
| Evaluation second examination opportunity different from first examination opprt | |
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| Explanation (English) | Students who do not pass the case sessions (preparation, presentation, and group collaboration) will receive an individual replacement assignment as a second exam opportunity. This assignment consists of a written country analysis, similar in content to the case study – 50%.
The written exam, which is closed book and individual, consists of a combination of multiple-choice questions and open-ended questions (during the exam period) – 50%. |
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| Compulsory course material |
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(1) Reader consisting of various peer-reviewed articles and chapters
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(3) Extra material available on BlackBoard |
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| Exchange Programme Business Economics | After selection | 162 | 6,0 | 162 | 6,0 | Yes | Yes | Numerical | |
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Students are advised to have completed the following course in a previous academic period: Political Science and Public Administration 1 (4737), Statistics 1 (4739), Statistics 2 (4874) and to possess the following entry competencies:
• The student can describe the main (basic concepts of) theoretical movements within political science, apply them to concrete cases and current examples, and critically evaluate them.
• The student can interpret, explain, and critically approach research results in the field of political science.
• The student can correctly process scientific literature and share the main findings with fellow students.
• The student can prepare and execute group assignments together with fellow students.
• The student can engage in constructive discussions with others about opposing findings and work towards a conclusion.
• The student can develop a well-founded standpoint on political science and public administration topics.
• The student can appropriately communicate their standpoint, both orally during case sessions and in written assignments.
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In the course "Comparative Political Institutions," students gain insight into the main political institutions and their functioning in various political systems worldwide. The course covers topics such as comparative methods in political science, the dynamics of authoritarian regimes and their transitions to democracies, the role and varieties of political parties and party systems, and the differences between consensus and majoritarian democracies. Students also explore the complexity of political instability and ethnic conflicts, as well as the impact of institutions on conflict resolution. Furthermore, processes of democratization and democratic backsliding are thoroughly analyzed, with special attention to populism and its influence on democratic stability. Additionally, different types of dictatorships and the selectorate theory are examined to provide insights into how dictatorships function and affect political stability.
In the case sessions and discussion seminars, students work in groups on presentations and short papers. These interactive sessions include analyses of electoral reforms, the role of political institutions in democratic stability, and the impact of diversity and inclusion on policymaking. Through these activities, students learn to critically reflect on the functioning and impact of political institutions, with a strong emphasis on using scientific literature and empirical examples.
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Case session ✔
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Lecture ✔
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Case study ✔
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Group work ✔
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Homework ✔
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Paper ✔
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Presentation ✔
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Period 1 Credits 6,00
| Evaluation method | |
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| Written evaluaton during teaching periode | 35 % |
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| Oral evaluation during teaching period | 15 % |
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| Written exam | 50 % |
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| Multiple-choice questions | ✔ |
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| Evaluation conditions (participation and/or pass) | ✔ |
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| Conditions | A student must achieve a minimum of 10/20 on each sub-evaluation to pass the course. Sub-evaluations include 1) the total evaluations during the teaching period and 2) the evaluation during the examination period. Any results based on attendance or preparation are included as part of the evaluations during the teaching period. |
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| Consequences | A student who scores less than 10/20 on one (or both) sub-evaluations will receive an overall grade that is the arithmetic average of the two sub-evaluations, with a maximum grade of 9/20 for the course. |
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Second examination period
| Evaluation second examination opportunity different from first examination opprt | |
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| Explanation (English) | Students who do not pass the case sessions (preparation, presentation, and group collaboration) will receive an individual replacement assignment as a second exam opportunity. This assignment consists of a written country analysis, similar in content to the case study – 50%.
The written exam, which is closed book and individual, consists of a combination of multiple-choice questions and open-ended questions (during the exam period) – 50%. |
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| Compulsory course material |
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(1) Reader consisting of various peer-reviewed articles and chapters
(2) Powerpoints
(3) Extra material available on BlackBoard |
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1 Education, Examination and Legal Position Regulations art.12.2, section 2. |
| 2 Education, Examination and Legal Position Regulations art.16.9, section 2. |
3 Education, Examination and Legal Position Regulations art.15.1, section 3.
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| SBU : course load | SP : ECTS | N : Dutch | E : English |
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