PIA 1105 - LAW, POLITICS AND POLICY

Minimum Credits: 3
Maximum Credits: 3
Long Description This course explores intricate intersections between law, politics, and policy. First, the course examines legal reasoning - how facts, science, morals, and politics blend to form convincing arguments. Real-world examples will be used to illustrate how these arguments function in practical situations. The second section of the course takes students through the Constitutional framework, examining its role in mediating governmental powers and ensuring democratic imperatives. From the Constitutional response to historical crises to its impact on contemporary challenges, students will analyze the successes and failures of the Constitution in maintaining the delicate balance between government authority and individual rights. The course concludes with an exploration of law in action, where students engage in substantive discussions on topical issues such as freedom of speech, equal protection, and the right to bear arms. This undergraduate course equips students with a solid foundation in law, politics, and policy, empowering them to actively participate in and contribute to the evolving discourse in these critical fields. In this process, students will learn to navigate different political perspectives and understand the process of framing policy in legal terms.
Academic Career: Undergraduate
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis

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