Sistemas políticos comparativos

This comparative politics course explores the concept of democracy and the challenges faced by modern democratic governments. Starting with an introduction to the comparative method, the course covers concept formation and both historical and institutional approaches. You'll learn how democratic regimes are governed and how electoral legislation impacts not only political parties and party systems but also citizens. The course examines different forms of government, their structure, and participation, leading to an understanding of government coalition dynamics and changes. You'll evaluate the values and responsibilities of various institutional structures and approaches. The final section focuses on the effectiveness of different democratic regimes and assesses proposals for change, revealing multiple institutional solutions to the challenges facing contemporary democracies.