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Introduction to Politics

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
1/26/26 - 5/13/26
Fr 8a.m. – 8:50a.m.		 University Hall Y02-2110 0 $0 (guest students)
Date
1/26/26 - 5/13/26
Time
Fr 8a.m. – 8:50a.m.
Location
University Hall Y02-2110
Credits
0
Min. Tuition*
$0 (guest students)

Description

This course introduces and explores the conceptual vocabulary of politics. Though concerned with problems of political theory, it is designed not for theorists but for anyone who thinks, talks, or worries about the public world. A series of brief case studies is used to show how real-world outcomes are affected by our political ideas and assumptions.

Guest registration opens January 12

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

1/26/2026 - 5/13/2026

Location

University Hall Y02-2110

General Ed Requirements

Social & Behavioral Sciences

Enrolled / Capacity

13 / 41

Status

Closed

Instructor

Paul Kowert

Tuition*

$0 (guest students)

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

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