POL3122 : The Politics of Happiness (Inactive)
- Inactive for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr David Walker
- Owning School: Geography, Politics & Sociology
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
The aims in this module are to enable students: to gain a grasp of the political theory and practice relating to happiness or wellbeing; to examine critically political theories and practices relating to happiness; to consider the tenability and value of happiness as a goal of happiness.
Outline Of Syllabus
The module will look at select theorists and theories from the Ancient Greeks to the present, and will look at contemporary political approaches and policies relating to happiness.
The Meaning of Happiness
Philosophy of Happiness in the Ancient World
Philosophy of Happiness in the Modern World
Economics of Happiness
Liberty, Democracy, Equality and Happiness
Measuring Happiness
Politics of Happiness Around the World: UK; Bhutan; Ubuntu; Sumak Kawsay/Buen Vivir
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 22 | 1:00 | 22:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 10 | 1:00 | 10:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Drop-in/surgery | 4 | 1:00 | 4:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 164:00 | 164:00 | N/A |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The lectures introduce students to the key themes. The seminars allow for participation by students in clarifying and exploring key ideas and issues. These help to develop critical-analytical and oral communication skills. Essays help to develop critical-analytical skills and written communication skills. Planning and organisational skills are developed throughout module, along with knowledge outcomes, which are tested in examination.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essay | 1 | M | 50 | 2000 word essay |
| Essay | 1 | M | 50 | 2000 word essay |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The essays will provide an opportunity for students to explore one of the topics in greater depth. It will assess the student’s ability to research, synthesise, analyse, and critically examine approaches and issues covered in the module.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- POL3122's Timetable