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    Programme BS Political Science Course Code Credit Hours 3

    Course Title Political Science: History and Foundational Philosophies

    Course Introduction
    This undergraduate course provides a comprehensive introduction to the history and
    foundational philosophies of political science. It explores the evolution of political thought
    from ancient to modern times, analyzing the key philosophers, ideologies, and movements
    that have shaped political science as a discipline. Students will engage with the works of
    influential thinkers, examining how their ideas have influenced contemporary political
    systems and theories. The course aims to develop a critical understanding of political
    concepts such as justice, power, authority, and the state, and how these have been interpreted
    and reinterpreted over time.
    Learning Outcomes
    On the completion of the course, the students will:

    Students will be able to trace the historical development of political thought, identifying key
    periods, thinkers, and ideologies that have shaped the discipline of political science.

    Students will demonstrate the ability to critically analyze and compare foundational political
    philosophies, understanding their core principles and implications for modern political
    systems and theories.

    Students will apply foundational political concepts such as justice, power, and authority to
    contemporary political issues, demonstrating an ability to engage with and critique current
    political debates using historical and philosophical frameworks.
    Course Content Assignments/Readings
    Week 1 Definition and Scope of Political Science
    Week 2 Sub-Fields of Political Science
    Relationship of Political Science with other Social
    Week 3
    Sciences
    Approaches to the study of Political Science:
    Week 4 The traditional Approach
    Approaches to the study of Political Science: The
    Week 5
    Behavioural Approach
    Ancient Political Philosophies: An Overview of
    Week 6
    Athenian philosophy
    Medieval Political Philosophies: St Augustine and
    Week 7 Thomas Aquins the influence of Religion in
    Politics
    Week 8 Mid Term Exam
    Week 9 Concept of Sovereignty: Western
    Week 10 Concept of Sovereignty: Islamic
    Week 11 Changing dynamics and Sovereignty
    Week 12 State and its Functions
    Week 13 Power, Authority, and Legitimacy
    Organs of Government and its Functions
    Week 14 Legislature, Executive, and Judiciary
    Week 15 Presentations, Quiz, etc
    Week 16 Final Term Exam
    Textbooks and Reading Material
    Khalid, Iram & Mukhtar, Asia. Introduction to Political science: A textbook (Part 1), Evernew book
    palace, Urdu bazaar, Lahore.
    Rodee Anderson etc. Introduction to Political Science, Islamabad, National Book Foundation, Latest
    Edition.
    Roskin, Michael G., Political Science: An Introduction, London: Prentice Hall, 1997.
    Shafi, Choudhry Ahmad, Usul-e-Siyasiat (Urdu), Lahore Standard Book Depot, 1996.
    V. D. Mahajan, Political Theory- Principles of Pol. Science, New Delhi, S. Chand & Co., 2006.

    Teaching Learning Strategies


    Teaching learning strategies: class participation and panel discussion, to hold a seminar with
    effective students participation, interactive sessions with students, surprise quiz and
    presentation on relevant topics, to hold competition among students to discuss effectively
    different topics related to subject and appreciate students through giving them certificates.

    Assignments: Types and Number with Calendar


    1. Assignment types,
    2. Quiz competition among students.
    3. Presentations with question answers session
    4. And group discussions
    Assessment
    Sr. No. Elements Weightage Details
    1. Midterm 35% Written Assessment at the mid-point of the
    Assessment semester.
    2. Formative 25% Continuous assessment includes: Classroom
    Assessment participation, assignments, presentations, viva
    voce, attitude and behavior, hands-on-activities,
    short tests, projects, practical, reflections,
    readings, quizzes etc.
    3. Final 40% Written Examination at the end of the semester.
    Assessment It is mostly in the form of a test, but owing to the
    nature of the course the teacher may assess their
    students based on term paper, research proposal
    development, field work and report writing etc.

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