Spring 2026 - POL 210 F100
Introduction to Political Philosophy (3)
Class Number: 2657
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Jan 5 – Apr 10, 2026: Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby -
Exam Times + Location:
Apr 25, 2026
Sat, 8:30–11:30 a.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Antonin Lacelle-Webster
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Prerequisites:
POL 100 or permission of department.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
An examination of concepts presented by the major political thinkers of the western world. The course surveys those ideas which remain at the root of our political institutions, practices and ideals against a background of the periods in which they were expressed. Breadth-Humanities/Social Sciences.
Materials
REQUIRED READING NOTES:
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Department Undergraduate Notes:
Registrar Notes:
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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION
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