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Revolution And Society

This course introduces students to the concept of revolutions and its relevance in the political affairs of every society. It explores societal relations, social contract, legitimation crisis, and political revolutions. The course examines theoretical perspectives, methodological issues, patterns of political governance, and the misuse of power. It also covers cultural background, environmental settings, social identity, values, attitudes, and emotions affecting political behavior. The course aims to provide students with conflict resolution mechanisms and improve the state and nature of governance.

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120h
Study Time
13
Weeks
9h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
RevolutionSocietySocial MovementsPolitical GovernanceLegitimation Crisis

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

Societal Relations

2

Social Contract

3

Legitimation Crisis

4

Political Revolutions

5

Social Movements

6

Arab Spring Revolutions

7

Theories of Social Movements

8

Revolution and Governance

Total Topics8 topics

Requirements

Knowledge and skills recommended for success

Basic knowledge of political science

Understanding of sociological concepts

💡 Don't have all requirements? Don't worry! Many students successfully complete this course with basic preparation and dedication.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Political Analyst

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Policy Advisor

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Diplomat

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Conflict Resolution Specialist

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Social Researcher

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Industry Applications

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GovernmentInternational RelationsNon-Governmental OrganizationsResearch InstitutionsConflict Resolution

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

MODULE 1 SOCIETY, ITS DYNAMICS, AND MEANING OF REVOLUTION

2h

Unit 1: The idea of society; basic features of society

2 study hours
  • •Understand the concept of society and its basic features.
  • •Explore the arguments for the primacy of the individual versus society.
  • •Identify and discuss the characteristics of societal entities.
Week
2

MODULE 1 SOCIETY, ITS DYNAMICS, AND MEANING OF REVOLUTION

2h

Unit 2: Types of society

2 study hours
  • •Examine the historical development of society from early phases to the present.
  • •Identify different types of societies and their core features.
  • •Analyze the role of the Industrial Revolution in societal transitions.
Week
3

MODULE 1 SOCIETY, ITS DYNAMICS, AND MEANING OF REVOLUTION

2h

Unit 3: The basis of order and stability; civil society as public space

2 study hours
  • •Grasp the importance of order and stability in society.
  • •Understand the relevance of space in understanding societal existence.
  • •Explore the concept of civil society as a public space.
Week
4

MODULE 1 SOCIETY, ITS DYNAMICS, AND MEANING OF REVOLUTION

2h

Unit 4: Meaning of revolution; revolution, rebellion, insurgence and terrorism: Differences and similarities

2 study hours
  • •Understand the concept of revolution and its emergence.
  • •Differentiate between revolution, rebellion, insurgence, and terrorism.
  • •Analyze the similarities and differences among these concepts.
Week
5

MODULE 2 REVOLUTIONS IN WORLD HISTORY

3h

Unit 1: The British revolution of the seventeenth century; the Mexican revolution

3 study hours
  • •Learn the origin and causes of the English Civil War.
  • •Understand the socio-cultural determinants of the war.
  • •Analyze the forces that led to the emergence of the world.
  • •Understand the causes and effects of the Mexican Revolution.
Week
6

MODULE 2 REVOLUTIONS IN WORLD HISTORY

3h

Unit II: The American Revolution; the Russian Revolution

3 study hours
  • •Study the history of the American Revolution.
  • •Explore the influence of Enlightenment philosophy on the revolution.
  • •Understand the dynamics of the Russian Revolution.
  • •Compare the Russian and Mexican revolutions.
Week
7

MODULE 2 REVOLUTIONS IN WORLD HISTORY

3h

Unit III: The Longest Revolution: China (1911-1949)

3 study hours
  • •Learn the history of revolution in China and its causes.
  • •Analyze the consequences of the Chinese Revolution.
  • •Understand the factors that contributed to the revolution's success.
Week
8

MODULE 2 REVOLUTIONS IN WORLD HISTORY

3h

Unit 4: The French Revolution

3 study hours
  • •Study one of the most remembered revolutions in world history.
  • •Analyze the influence of Enlightenment philosophy on the French Revolution.
  • •Understand the factors that led to the revolution.
Week
9

MODULE 3 REVOLUTIONS IN THE ARAB WORLD

2h

Unit 1: Introduction; Tunisia

2 study hours
  • •Understand the Arab political philosophy.
  • •Explore the occurrence of the Tunisian Revolution.
  • •Analyze the factors that led to the revolution's success.
Week
10

MODULE 3 REVOLUTIONS IN THE ARAB WORLD

2h

Unit 2: Egypt; Libya

2 study hours
  • •Analyze the Egyptian and Libyan revolutions.
  • •Compare the factors that led to the revolutions.
  • •Understand the role of external forces in the revolutions.
Week
11

MODULE 3 REVOLUTIONS IN THE ARAB WORLD

4h

Unit 3: Yemen

2 study hours
  • •Understand the causes and consequences of the Yemeni revolution.
  • •Analyze the role of agitation for democracy in the revolution.
  • •Explore the circumstances linking Saudi Arabia to the uprising.

Unit 4: Syria.

2 study hours
  • •Understand the causes and consequences of the Syrian revolution.
  • •Analyze the role of religious doctrines in the uprising.
  • •Explore the response of the international community to the Syrian civil war.
Week
12

Module 4 Protest and Social Movements

4h

1 Introduction to protest and social movement

2 study hours
  • •Introduce the concepts of protest and social movements.
  • •Explore the forces responsible for the upsurge of social movements.
  • •Understand the definitions and meanings of social movements.

2 Four stages of social movement

2 study hours
  • •Understand the concept of emergence as the first stage in the formation of social movements.
  • •Grasp the concept of coalescence as it relates to the formation of social movements.
  • •Analyze the characteristics of these stages.
Week
13

Module 4 Protest and Social Movements

4h

Unit iii.Four stages of social movement (cont'd)

2 study hours
  • •Understand the concepts of bureaucratization and decline in social movements.
  • •Explore the sub-stages in institutionalization.
  • •Analyze the factors that contribute to the decline of social movements.

4 Types of social movement organizations

2 study hours
  • •Understand the different types of social movement organizations.
  • •Analyze the approaches and formation of each type of social movement organization.
  • •Categorize different social movements based on their approaches.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) and their feedback to identify areas of weakness.

2

Create detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key concepts and theories.

3

Develop comparative charts for different revolutions (e.g., French, Russian, Chinese) to identify similarities and differences.

4

Practice essay questions that require applying theoretical frameworks (e.g., relative deprivation, resource mobilization) to specific case studies.

5

Form study groups to discuss complex topics and share insights on challenging units.

6

Focus on understanding the causes, processes, and outcomes of each revolution covered in the course.

7

Pay close attention to the roles of key figures and events in shaping revolutionary movements.

8

Create timelines of major events for each revolution to aid in memorization and understanding of chronological order.

9

Review all self-assessment exercises (SAEs) to reinforce understanding of core concepts.

10

Practice analyzing primary source documents (e.g., manifestos, speeches) to develop critical thinking skills.

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