POLI 241Foundations and Frontiers in Comparative Politics
Overview of the major theoretical approaches to the study of comparative politics. This includes diverse literatures such as institutions and political economy, authoritarianism and democracy, and civil society and social movements. Case material is drawn from Latin America, Africa, Europe, North America, Asia and the Pacific.
Enrollment is restricted to graduate students.
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When it runs
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Tue 12:00pm–3:00pm | Merrill Acad 134 | S. Niedzwiecki | Open 9/15 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sara Niedzwiecki | 4.7 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 90% | 30 |
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