Last modified: 25 Mar 2016 11:39
The issue of devolution, and levels of devolution, are becoming increasingly important in the contemporary UK political system. This is particularly the case in Scotland after the September 2014 referendum. This course will address the historical background to devolution and also the ways in which policy makers work within the devolved system.
| Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 4 |
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| Term | Second Term | Credit Points | 30 credits (15 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | Old Aberdeen | Sustained Study | No |
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This module will provide students with an overview of politics and policy in Scotland, focussing particularly on Scotland's constitutional status as a devolved nation within the United Kingdom. The module will, amongst other things, examine the historical background and context which led to the creation of the Scottish Parliament, the powers and functions of the parliament, the Scottish party system, national identity, policy and policymaking, the independence referendum and issues surrounding further constitutional change. The module will provide students with a detailed understanding of policy and politics in Scotland, but also consider Scotland's place within UK and beyond.
The course promotes strong critical awareness of social and political difference within the UK and Scotland.
Students will be required to develop a tolerance for different perspectives via cooperation and negotiation in groupwork.
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
1st Attempt
3000-word Essay (30%)
Group Presentation (20%)
3-hour Exam (50%)
Resit
There are no assessments for this course.
Oral feedback will be provided throughout the course and written feedback will be provided for the course assessments.
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