| Aims of the Course |
The aim of this course is to enable students to understand the fundamental concepts, scope, characteristic features, and historical development of political thought, and to critically and comparatively evaluate political theories, doctrines, and ideologies. The course examines the religious and secular foundations of political thought, its functions, major actors, and the historical, social, cultural, and geographical factors that have influenced its development. Furthermore, by examining the speeches of political leaders, dominant political ideas, processes of conflict and cooperation, and the relationship between individuals and society, the course aims to develop students' ability to interpret, compare, and analyze historical and contemporary political events from different theoretical perspectives. The course also seeks to broaden students' perspectives and strengthen their political analysis skills through contributions from guest speakers who may be invited to address relevant historical or contemporary political issues. |