Politics of the United States: Processes and Institutions (AMER0048)

Key information

Faculty: Faculty of Social and Historical Sciences
Teaching department: Institute of the Americas
Credit value: 15

Restrictions: N/A
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

This module provides an overview of the key institutions of the US political process. It surveys the development of political institutions over time, with emphasis on the constitutional foundations of the broader system. Looking at both theory and practice, students will examine each primary federal institution (Congress, the executive, the courts) and consider how they interact with each other and with state and local governments. It will also analyse the role of non-governmental entities such as parties and interest groups influence policymaking, and consider the role of race in the political process. It assumes a working knowledge of the principles of comparative government.

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 1 听听听 Undergraduate (FHEQ Level 5)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study: In person
Methods of assessment: 100% Coursework
Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year: 25
Module leader: Dr Nadia Hilliard
Who to contact for more information: ia-programmes@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.

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Centrally managed exam durations will be provided on students' individual exam timetables. Arrangements for locally managed exams and in-class activity will be confirmed by the teaching department for the module.

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