Politics
The Far Right and the Politics of Immigration
Module code: M1545
Level 5
15 credits in spring semester
Teaching method: Lecture, Seminar
Assessment modes: Coursework, Essay
On this module, you’ll explore the far right and the contested politics of immigration in liberal democracies. You’ll examine the rise of far-right political parties in contemporary Europe and their relationships with public opinion, mainstream parties and immigration policies.
Key topics include:
- the causes and consequences of the rise of far-right parties
- comparative case studies of countries where the far right has been more or less successful
- the impact of far-right movements on immigration politics and policies.
Module learning outcomes
- Explore the relationship between the far right and the politics of immigration
- Compare the far right in different countries
- Analyse the causes and consequences of the rise of the far right