To complete the requirements of a major in Political Science students must pass a minimum of eight papers in the programme, including six above Level 1, and three above Level 2. All majoring students must include 0524.301. This paper examines New Zealand politics and its history, democratic government in New Zealand, the foundations of electoral competition, and the role of political parties and the media in politics. It provides an introduction to some key concepts in political science and comparative politics. An introduction to the major themes and issues of international relations.
Students gain an understanding of current issues and the likely impact on the future.
The paper aims to clarify the complex sources of tension present in the areas concerned. This paper provides a broad overview of the discipline of public policy and administration - the social context of administration, theories of bureaucracy, the role of politics, the issue of regulations, the importance of values, and the nature of policy making and policy analysis. This paper introduces students to political theory and explores some of the key debates and questions about democracy. This is a foundation paper in policy studies, introducing students to themes covered in the disciplines of public policy and social policy. This paper is an introduction to the study of media influence on political and public life.