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POL124Social Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Organization Of Government

This course provides an overview of the nature, scope, and functions of government in modern states. It explores the meaning and organs of government, operations and regulations, and different political/administrative systems. The course also examines the instrumentalities of political interaction, including political parties, pressure groups, and elections. Students will gain an in-depth understanding of the structures and functions of government and how they operate.

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60h
Study Time
13
Weeks
5h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
GovernmentPolitical SystemsOrgans of GovernmentPolitical InteractionElectoral Process

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Meaning of Government

2

Organs of Government

3

Separation of Powers

4

Checks and Balances

5

Rule of Law

6

Electoral Systems

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Understanding the Concept of Government

3h

Unit 1: Meaning and Functions of Government

3 study hours
  • •Define government from various perspectives
  • •Compare government and state
  • •Explain the functions of government
Week
2

Module 1: Understanding the Concept of Government

3h

Unit 2: Origin and Necessity of Government

3 study hours
  • •Explain the evolutionary, force, divine right, and social contract theories of government origin
  • •Discuss the necessity of government for peaceful and prosperous existence
Week
3

Module 1: Understanding the Concept of Government

3h

Unit 3: Forms of Government

3 study hours
  • •State and explain the different forms of government (monarchy, aristocracy, theocracy, oligarchy, dictatorship, democracy)
  • •Compare and contrast the different forms of government
Week
4

Module 1: Understanding the Concept of Government

3h

Unit 4: Basis of Classification of Governments

3 study hours
  • •Explain various classifications of government
  • •Discuss different types of government
  • •Differentiate between different governments
Week
5

Module 2: Organs of Government

3h

Unit 1: The Legislature

3 study hours
  • •Discuss the origin and development of the legislative arm of government
  • •Examine the functions of the legislature in the process of governance
  • •Explain the reasons why countries operate different legislative structures
Week
6

Module 2: Organs of Government

3h

Unit 2: Law-Making Process

3 study hours
  • •Explain the major stages of lawmaking in a parliament
  • •Identify the law-making process at the local government level
  • •Differentiate the law-making process between an elected parliament and a military government
Week
7

Module 2: Organs of Government

3h

Unit 3: Delegated Legislation

3 study hours
  • •Define the concept and types of delegated legislation
  • •Explain the reasons for the transfer of power to make laws to another organ of government
  • •Argue for and against the practice of delegated legislation
Week
8

Module 2: Organs of Government

3h

Unit 4: The Executive

3 study hours
  • •Explain the meaning of the executive, as an organ of government
  • •Discuss the composition and types of executive organ of government
  • •Mention the basic functions of the executive organ of government
Week
9

Module 2: Organs of Government

3h

Unit 5: The Judiciary

3 study hours
  • •Examine the meaning and functions of the Judiciary as an organ of government
  • •Discuss the hierarchy of courts in Nigeria
  • •Explain the concept and ingredients of the independence of the Judiciary
Week
10

Module 3: Operations and Regulation of Government

3h

Unit 1: The Theory of Separation of Powers

3 study hours
  • •Define the theory of separation of power and explain its objectives
  • •Discuss the limitations of the theory of separation of power when applied to the organisation of modern government
  • •Examine why some countries operate separation of powers while others prefer a fusion of powers
Week
11

Module 3: Operations and Regulation of Government

3h

Unit 2: The Doctrine of Checks and Balance

3 study hours
  • •Examine the meaning of checks and balances
  • •Explain its relevance to the organisation and operation of modern government
  • •Discuss its application, especially in countries practising the presidential system of government
Week
12

Module 3: Operations and Regulation of Government

3h

Unit 3: Rule of Law

3 study hours
  • •Examine the concept of rule of law and its principles
  • •Discuss the limitations to the concept of rule of law in practice
  • •Explain the application of rule of law between a democracy
Week
13

Module 3: Operations and Regulation of Government

3h

Unit 4: Evaluation of Rule of Law in Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •Discuss the application of the concept of rule of law in Nigeria
  • •Explain how rule of law can be employed to promote democracy and good governance
  • •Appreciate that without a free press, a vigilant citizenry and an independent judiciary, government alone cannot guarantee strict adherence to rule of law

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking organs of government to their functions (Modules 2-3)

2

Practice essay questions comparing presidential and parliamentary systems (Module 4)

3

Analyze case studies applying rule of law principles in Nigeria (Unit 4, Module 3)

4

Review key court cases related to electoral processes (Unit 4, Module 5)

5

Memorize key definitions and concepts from each unit

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