Unit details
AIR407 - Global Governance
| Offered at: | (B, X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 2 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | S Slaughter |
| Incompatible with: | AIP725, AIR725, AIR489, AIR789 |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit aims to further students understanding of the politics of contemporary global governance. The first part of the unit explores international organisations within world politics. Students will become aware of the key theories and concepts of co-operation and apply them to international organisations such as the IMF, World Bank and the WTO.
The second part of the unit examines the roles of non-governmental organisations in their interactions with governments and International Organisations in respect to recent campaigns which seeks to address global poverty, environmental degradation and human rights abuses.
Assessment
Essay 3000 words 60%
Take Home Exam 40%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Student Contribution Rate*** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $706 | $706 | $706 | $2087 | $2268 |
* Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2010
** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2009
*** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2008
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
