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Course Description
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Course Name
Public Policies
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Host University
Universidade Católica Portuguesa
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Location
Lisbon, Portugal
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Area of Study
Political Science
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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ECTS Credits
6 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Develops a theoretical understanding of the fundamental elements of the policy cycle and of the key institutional determinants of governance, in both national and international contexts. Students will read broadly on the evolution of the regulatory state in the twentieth century and how the rise of the digital economy is impacting on regulatory politics. Cases will be studied primarily from Europe and other advanced economies.
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Eligibility for courses may be subject to a placement exam and/or pre-requisites.
Some courses may require additional fees.
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.
ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) credits are converted to semester credits/quarter units differently among U.S. universities. Students should confirm the conversion scale used at their home university when determining credit transfer.