States of Disunion: Power, Polarisation and Protest in US Politics (L2041)

15 credits, Level 5

Spring teaching

On this module, you’ll examine four approaches to understanding contemporary US politics, emphasising the role of:

  • institutions
  • ideas
  • individuals
  • interests.

You’ll apply these approaches to the three main institutions of the Presidency, Congress and Supreme Court, alongside the nature of political parties and US voting.

We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We鈥檙e planning to run these modules in the academic year 2026/27. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum.

We鈥檒l make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.

Courses

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