Faulks, Keith
[Author];
Phillips, Ken
[Author];
Thomson, Alex
[Author]
;
Faulks, Keith
[Contributor];
Phillips, Ken
[Contributor];
Thomson, Alex
[Contributor]
Footnote:
In English
Mode of access: Internet via World Wide Web
Description:
Frontmatter -- Contents -- Introduction -- Part I. Defining Politics -- Part II. The Sub-Disciplines of Politics -- Part III. Politics and Study Skills -- Glossary -- References -- Index
GBS_insertPreviewButtonPopup('ISBN:9780748615452);Get Set for Politics assumes no prior knowledge of the subject. For students who have never studied Politics before, it will give an idea of what to expect. For students already studying Politics at school, it will provide a concise but comprehensive learning aid.Part One concentrates on defining Politics, covering key concepts in political analysis and looking at Politics as an academic subject. Part Two covers core subjects taught in most Politics degrees. Topics include political theory, government, and international relations. Part Three tackles the study skills needed at university level and discusses issues such as lectures, tutorials and seminars; writing skills; essays and dissertations; and examinations. It also covers the transferable skills students will gain from the study of Politics and guidance on future employment and careers."