Convenor name: Professor Rochana Bajpai
Convenor email: rb6@soas.ac.uk
Office room: C216 (main building)
Office hours: Thursdays 4-5pm, Fridays 4-5pm
Module dates: Semester 1: Fridays 2-3pm KLT
Intended learning outcomes:
This module provides an opportunity to engage systematically with key normative concepts that play a central role in arguments in political theory and political life. Upon successful completion of this module, a student will be able to:
· Understand key concepts and debates in contemporary political theory
· Analyse important writings of recent political thinkers
· Demonstrate skills of close reading and deep engagement with theoretical texts
· Utilize critical skills in written and oral communication
· Demonstrate analytical skills of engagement with different viewpoints in constructing arguments
Assessment 1: Name: Assignment 1 (AS1)
Assessment 1: Weighting: 30%
Assessment 1: Due date: 21 November 2025
Assessment 1: Release date: 19 December 2025
Assessment 1: Permitted AI usage: Editing
Assessment 1: Format: 850 word essay
Assessment 2: Name: Assignment 2 (AS2)
Assessment 2: Weighting: 70%
Assessment 2: Due date: 9 January 2026
Assessment 2: Release date: 6 February 2026
Assessment 2: Permitted AI usage: Editing
Assessment 2: Format: 2500 words essay
Page type: Module
Study year: 2025/26
Librarian name: Yurie Watanabe
Librarian email: yw25@soas.ac.uk
Page template: 2025/26 On campus