Hyperpolitics: Political Science Tools for the Analysis of Social Change

Course objectives

The course "Hyperpolitics: Political Science Tools for the Analysis of Social Change" aims to equip students with the conceptual and methodological tools of political science to critically interpret and analyze the processes of transformation affecting contemporary societies. Using an interactive approach to political theory, the course addresses key topics such as power, participation, representation, and collective action. The objective is to develop skills applicable to social research and to engagement in institutional, political, and civic contexts.

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Program - Frequency - Exams

Course program
The course will be divided into three parts: - the first part (16 hours) will focus on illustrating the matrix system and its logical-heuristic functioning; - the second part (20 hours) will focus on the analysis of five matrices according to the work of their respective authors; - the third part (12 hours) will involve the students presenting a matrix of their own choosing.
Prerequisites
No prerequisites
Books
M. Calise, T. Lowi, F. Musella, Concetti chiave. Manuale di Scienza politica, Bologna, il Mulino, 2021. Platform: www.hyperpolitics.net.
Frequency
Attendance is not mandatory, but it is recommended. Registration is required for the course during the first two weeks. Attendance will be determined by random checks.
Exam mode
Attending students: In the final part of the course, each student will present their personalized matrix for a concept of their choice, after having emailed a copy to the instructor. Non-attending students: During the oral exam, each student will present their personalized matrix to the instructor regarding a concept communicated by email one week before the exam.
Lesson mode
The course is divided into lectures and exercises/simulations of matrix drafting.
  • Lesson code10620749
  • Academic year2025/2026
  • CourseSocial planning for sustainability, innovation, and gender inclusion
  • CurriculumSingle curriculum
  • Year1st year
  • Semester2nd semester
  • SSDSPS/04
  • CFU6