This course introduces students to some of the central issues that Asian nations face in their relationship with each other in the Asia-Pacific Community, and with the rest of the world. Particular focus is given to the theme of Australia-Asia relations, past and present. Other themes include the rise of China as a world power, the impact of globalisation, and the issue of universal human rights. This course aims to develop a good understanding of Asia's place in the world through a critical analysis of sources. High-level English language skills are required.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
On completion of the course, students should be able to:
1. identify the fundamental issues and themes shaping contemporary Asian societies;
2. discuss coherently and persuasively how these issues and themes are relevant to Australia and Australians;
3. assess arguments made in the field;
4. explain the complex attitudes people have to these issues;
5. understand academic research practice;
6. analyse and compare relevant data;
7. reflect on and articulate how their own views on the area have developed over the course of the semester
Indicative Assessment
This course will be assessed through online assessments and in intensive seminars.
Critical journal and article review: total 1500 words (30%); Students should show an understanding of academic research practice (5); analyse and compare relevant data(6); explain the complex attitudes people have to these issues (4).
Weekly discussion group response to questions (40%) ; Enables students to assess arguments made in the field (3); identify the fundamental issues and themes shaping contemporary Asian societies(1); discuss coherently and persuasively how these issues and themes are relevant to Australia and Australians (2);
Discussion Group Participation (10%);In person, at the intensive seminar, students will discuss coherently and persuasively how these issues and themes are relevant to Australia and Australians (2), and engage with other students ideas and arguments.
Final essay 1500 words (20%). This enables students to understand academic research practice (5); analyse and compare relevant data (6); and reflect on and articulate how their own views on the area have developed over the course of the semester (7).
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Workload
Students will undertake a total of 36 hours blended learning workload for this course. This will incorporate videoconference lectures, intensive teaching, and online tutorials and tasks.
Requisite and Incompatibility
You will need to contact the School of Culture History and Language to request a permission code to enrol in this course.
Prescribed Texts
No prescribed text. Readings will be published on Wattle.
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
If you are a domestic graduate coursework or international student you will be required to pay tuition fees. Tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 1
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are an undergraduate student and have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). You can find your student contribution amount for each course at Fees. Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2018 | $3180 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2018 | $4860 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
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