Political Philosophy Course
Deepen your expertise in Political Philosophy by exploring justice, power, and authority from Plato to Foucault, then apply major theories to real public issues—ideal for Humanities professionals shaping policy, education, and civic life in South Africa and beyond. This course builds practical skills for translating theory into actionable insights.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
This Political Philosophy Course provides a concise, practice-focused overview of key thinkers and debates on justice, power, and authority. Study Plato, Aristotle, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Marx, Arendt, Foucault, Rawls, Mill, and Nozick while honing research, communication, and advisory skills to turn complex theories into clear, policy-relevant recommendations for real-world public issues.
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Develop skills
- Analyse key political theories: apply liberal, socialist, and anarchist perspectives quickly.
- Evaluate justice, power, and authority: use core concepts in real civic debates.
- Translate abstract theories into clear, policy-ready arguments and options.
- Explain complex thinkers like Plato, Rawls, and Foucault in accessible language.
- Research and structure concise advisory reports with strong sources and citations.
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