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POLIS 2113 - Decoding China: Unity, Stability and Development

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2014

This course offers an in-depth discussion of the political, economic and social problems facing contemporary China. More specifically, it examines China's political history, institutions and reforms; Chinese economic development and its sustainability; intra and inter-provincial social and economic inequalities; environmental crisis; population growth and food security; ethnic minorities' challenge to the party-state; and Beijing's relations with Hong Kong and Taiwan. By focusing on the three interrelated themes of stability, sustainable development and territorial integrity, the course raises questions regarding the Chinese Communist Party's capacity to continue fast-paced economic growth, while maintaining political and social stability, as well as the territorial unity of China. Decoding China will equip students with the analytical skills needed to assess the political, economic and social challenges facing China as it enters the twenty-first century.

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  • General Course Information
    Course Details
    Course Code POLIS 2113
    Course Decoding China: Unity, Stability and Development
    Coordinating Unit Politics and International Relations
    Term Semester 2
    Level Undergraduate
    Location/s North Terrace Campus
    Units 3
    Contact Up to 3 hours per week
    Prerequisites 12 units of Level I study
    Incompatible POLI 2113
    Assessment Small group discovery (25%), Online test I (15%), Online test II (20%), Research paper (40%)
    Course Staff

    Course Coordinator: Dr Czeslaw Tubilewicz

    Office: Napier 410
    Phone: 8313 5169
    Course Timetable

    The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

  • Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon the completion of the course, students are expected to be able to:
    1. Debate the evolution of the Chinese state in the pos-1978 era
    2. Define the key features of the Chinese political, economic and social systems
    3. Discuss the significance of centrifugal and centripetal forces in Chinese history and the significance of the ‘Century of Humiliation’
    4. Identify and discuss the key economic, political and social challenges facing contemporary China
    5. Debate China’s role in the Asia-Pacific region and the world
    6. Participate in group discussions about contested concepts with confidence and with tolerance for other points of view
    7. Strengthen problem solving and critical thinking skills
    8. Navigate the large amounts of research material available in this subject through both traditional academic sources and through the use of information technology
    University Graduate Attributes

    This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

    University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s)
    Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1, 2.3 4, 5
    The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 6, 7, 8
    An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
    Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 6, 7, 8
    A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 8
    A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 7
    A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 6, 7, 8
    An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 6
  • Learning Resources
    Required Resources
    You will need to purchase the Course Reader, which contains the required reading for all tutorials.
    There is no textbook assigned for this course.

    One copy of the Course Reader will be available in the Reserve Collection of the Barr-Smith Library. Electronic copies of all readings will be also placed on Myuni.

    To purchase the Course Reader, go to . You can pick up your purchased copy for collection from the Image and Copy Centre, Level 1, Hughes Building.
    Recommended Resources
    Recommended academic readings are also made available on Myuni.

    Internet Resources

    Asian Studies Virtual Library  
    Brookings Institution Center for Northeast Policy Studies
     
    Carnegie Endowment for International Peace  
    Center for Nonproliferation Studies, China Database  
    Central Asia-Caucasus Institute  
    China Data Center (University of Michigan)  
    China Documentation Center at George Washington University’s Gelman Library
     
    China Statistical Yearbook Online  
    Chinese Military Power  
    Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs  
    Chinese Studies Internet Resources  
    http://www.library.ucla.edu/eastasian/china.htm
    CIA World Factbook: China Report
     
    Council on Foreign Relations http://www.cfr.org
    Council on Security Cooperation in Asia-Pacific  
    CSIS Pacific Forum  
    Federation of American Scientists, China page
     
    Human Rights in China  
    Human Rights Watch  
    Lowy Institute for International Policy  
    National Bureau of Asian Research  
    National Committee on U.S.-China Relations  
    National Security Archive  
    Nautilus Northeast Asia Peace and Security Network Daily Report 
     
    NDU Center for Chinese Military Studies
     
    RAND Corporation  
    Republic of China (Taiwan) Ministry of Foreign Affairs 
     
    Taiwan Security Research http://www.taiwansecurity.org
    UNDP  
    US-China Economic and Security Review Commission  

    Online newspapers
    China:
    China Daily  
    People’s Daily Online  
    China Internet Info Centre  
    China National News  
    China News Net  
    China Tech News  
    Shanghai Daily  
    Radio China International  (multilingual)
    Xinhua News  

    Hong Kong:
    South China Morning Post  (paid subscription only)
    The Standard  

    Taiwan:
    China Post Online  
    Taipei Times  
    Taiwan News  

    International:
    International Herald Tribune  
    Radio Free Asia  
    Voice of America, Asia Service
    Online Learning
    The POLI 2113 MyUni site contains announcements, copies of many course materials such as lecture notes, lecture recordings, assigned and recommended readings, a discussion forum, and links to useful web sites. You should check this site regularly.
  • Learning & Teaching Activities
    Learning & Teaching Modes
    The two lectures outline the material to be discussed in each week’s tutorials. The online lecture provides the background for the in-class lecture. The tutorials are your opportunity to ensure that you understand the key concepts discussed during the lectures. The full tutorial programme is in the Course Reader and on Myuni.

    You will be expected to have completed the assigned reading so that tutorial discussions proceed on an informed basis. The tutorial questions and tutorial activities are designed for you to get the most out of the assigned reading, so complete the reading with those questions or activities in mind. In small group teaching,students learn from each other and the process is governed by the questions raised by students as well as the questions in the Course Guide.
    Workload

    The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

    Class contact (12x2 hour lectures + 1 x 1 hour tutorials) 36 hours
    Tutorial preparation (3 hours per tutorial)                        33 hours
    Preparation for the mid-term online test                           10 hours
    Preparation for the final online test                                  18 hours
    Research preparation                                                       25 hours
    Writing the research essay                                               34 hours
    Total                                                                                156 hours
    Learning Activities Summary
    Subject to change: See MyUni and the Course Guide for the latest programme.

    Week 1 Unity, stability and Development in Contemporary China
    Week 2 How China is ruled?
    Week 3 Political Change in post-Mao China
    Week 3 Ethnic minorities and their challenge
    Week 4 The politics of economic reforms
    Week 5 Federalism with Chinese characteristics
    Week 6 Energy security
    Week 7 Environmental sustainability
    Week 8 Food security and safety
    Week 9 Integration with Hong Kong
    Week 10 Taiwan and China’s reunification project
    Week 11 China in the world
    Small Group Discovery Experience
    All tutorial activities are structured around small group learning that encourages and supports team work and a lively exchange of ideas.
  • Assessment

    The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

    1. Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
    2. Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
    3. Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
    4. Assessment must maintain academic standards.

    Assessment Summary
    Small group discovery  20%
    Team project                15%
    Mid-term online test      5%
    Final online test           10%
    Research paper            50%
    Assessment Detail
    Please refer to the Course Guide posted on Myuni.
    Submission
    Please refer to the Course Guide posted on Myuni.
    Course Grading

    Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

    M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
    Grade Mark Description
    FNS   Fail No Submission
    F 1-49 Fail
    P 50-64 Pass
    C 65-74 Credit
    D 75-84 Distinction
    HD 85-100 High Distinction
    CN   Continuing
    NFE   No Formal Examination
    RP   Result Pending

    Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

    Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

    Final results for this course will be made available through .

  • Student Feedback

    The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.

    SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.

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