Unit details
AIR747 - Contemporary International Politics
| Offered at: | (B, X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | C Wilkinson |
| Incompatible with: | AIP660, AIR660, AIR760 |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit investigates key developments in contemporary international politics. It introduces the main perspectives to understanding world politics and the main elements of world politics: the state, society of states, international law and globalisation. The second part of the unit examines the key issues in world politics such as security in a globalising world, the topics of human rights, humanitarian violence and environmental governance. It asks does the way we address these issues and the correlated development and growth of contemporary global governance reflect a greater concern for justice in global politics.
Assessment
1. Online referencing and plagiarism quiz - 10%
2. 1500 word annotated bibliography task - 30%
3. Participation in 8 of 12 weeks classes (either online or in class) - 20%
4. 2500 word research essay - 40%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $733 | $733 | $2110 | $2719 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
