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POL/PHI 319 Contemporary Political Philosophy
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Aix-en-Provence, France
Dates: late Jan 2026 - early May 2026
POL/PHI 319 Contemporary Political Philosophy
OVERVIEW
CEA CAPA Partner Institution: IAU
Location: Aix-en-Provence, France
Primary Subject Area: Philosophy
Other Subject Area: Political Science
Instruction in: English
Course Code: POL/PHI 319
Transcript Source: Partner Institution
Course Details: Level 300
Recommended Semester Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 45
Prerequisites: This course is suitable for an undergraduate student who has successfully completed at least 3 semesters of College-level course work. Successful completion of ENG 101 or equivalent, and 6 credit hours above the 100-level (introductory) in art, the humanities, or the social sciences, are strongly recommended; or instructor permission
DESCRIPTION
This course offers students an in-depth survey of some of the major figures, themes, and movements within recent political philosophy and political theory, giving equal emphasis to both the analytical and continental traditions. Topics covered include liberalism, libertarianism, communitarianism, feminism, postmodernism, poststructuralism, biopolitics and biopower. Students will develop an understanding of how different conceptions of power, ideology, and sexuality intersect with and modify normative concerns around autonomy, justice, and democratic rights.