Aims: The purpose of this unit is to examine the nature of Spanish politics in the post-authoritarian period; analyse the reasons for successful transition from dictatorship to democracy; evaluate the modernisation of Spain under the PSOE government with particular reference to the key role played by European integration; assess more recent political developments under the current PP government.
Learning Outcomes:
On completion of this unit, students will be able to:
* Understand the nature of the transition to democracy;
* Critically evaluate the role played by key actors and political parties;
* Apply theoretical frameworks to political developments in Spain.
Content:
The transition from dictatorship to democracy; socio-economic modernisation under the PSOE and PP; the role of European integration; Spain's system of regional autonomy.
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