POLIS 2128 - Australia Faces the World
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2015
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code POLIS 2128 Course Australia Faces the World 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 Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites At least 12 units of level 1 Arts courses Incompatible POLI 2128 Assessment 2500 word essay 40%, 1200 word report 20%, 1800 word review exercise (30%), tutorial participation (10%). Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Wayne Errington
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
There will be one online lecture and one two-hour seminar per week. -
Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
After this course you should be able to:
- critically analyse Australian public policy, in particular foreign policy and political economy.
- participate in group discussions about contested concepts with confidence and with tolerance for other points of view.
- write and argue about subjective claims in Australian politics using the basic terminology of social science.
- 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. 1,3 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 4 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 2,4 Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 1 A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 4 A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 1-4 A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 4 An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 2 -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
No information currently available.
Workload
No information currently available.
Learning Activities Summary
Week 1
Introduction: Between the Great Powers
Week 2
History and Geography
Week 3
Constraints on Foreign Policy Making
Week 4
Globalization and Trade
Week 5
Finance and Investment
Week 6
Security and Strategy
Week 7
Terrorism and Civil Liberties
Week 8
War as Insurance
Week 9
International Law
Week 10
Aid and Diplomacy
Week 11
Nationalism and Immigration
Week 12
Review
Specific Course Requirements
NoneSmall Group Discovery Experience
During weeks 4 and 11, students will work in groups on policy priorities in Australian foreign policy, identifying relevant sources and making a short report to the class. -
Assessment
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- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
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- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
2400 word essay (40%), 1200 word report (20%), 1500 word review exercise (30%),
tutorial participation (10%).
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Assessment Related Requirements
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Submission of essays and reports will be via 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 .
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