The Finnish Political System (5cr)
Course unit code: C-10122-POL--VO--233
General information
- Credits
- 5 cr
- Institution
- University of Tampere
Objectives
The student understands the central features of the Finnish political system and its institutions as well as its historical development. The student acquires in-depth knowledge of Finnish parties, national and local elections, and understands the specific features of political participation in Finland. Moreover, the student understands the roles of the key political institutions, trade unions, non-governmental organizations and media in the Finnish political system and is able to analyse Finland’s international relations.
Content
Finnish political system; political decision-making and institutions; Finnish parties and elections; the role of trade unions, non-governmental organizations and media; Finland’s international relations.