Political Science Ba (A),Policy-Making During Crises in Society, 7,5 Credits

Aim

The aim of this course is to give a broad insight to the policy process and the consequences of policy. Indeed this course centers on the policy process in relation to risk and crisis management at the local, national, and international level.

Course objectives

After completion of this course, students are expected to be able to:
• Give and account of the basic elements of the policy process
• Discuss and access components and functions of the policy process
• Identify and critically discuss the policy process in relation to the Swedish risk and crisis contingencies structure.

Content

This course provides a general introduction to the policy process and its components. The policy process is crucial in the understanding of the drivers of policy change and the consequences of this change on the structure of operations. A special focus is placed on Swedish public administration, its structure and function in terms if crisis management.

Entry requirements

(Äldre gymnasiebetyg)

Selection rules and procedures

The selection process is in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance and the local order of admission.

Teaching form

Course instruction is in the form of lectures and seminars.

Examination form

Assessment is in the form of a written examination, oral examination, or research paper assignments.

Grades for this course are on the Bologna scale: A, B, C, D, E, Fx and F. A through E are passing grades; Fx and F are failing grades .

Grading system

Seven-grade scale, A, B, C, D, E, Fx and F. Fx and F represent fail levels.

Other information

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