POL2CPA
CONTEMPORARY POLITICS OF NORTHEAST ASIA
POL2CPA
Not currently offered
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students survey the international politics of the Northeast Asian region, including the role of the United States; the ascending position of China; the 'normalisation' of Japan; tension on the Korean peninsula; regional energy insecurity; regional environmental security; multilateral integration. Students will learn how foreign policy makers, states and non-state actors interact dynamically within the bounds of converging political, social, economic and enviornmental forces at the regional level.
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorBen Habib
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites 60 credit points of first year subjects, or subject coordinator's approval
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects POL3CPA
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | LMS online subject reader | Prescribed | Multiple | Multiple |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Complete written work that demonstrates an ability to identify and describe key actors and issues in the international politics of Northeast Asia
- Activities:
- Research essay; Weekly blog activities
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Writing(Writing)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
02. Orally articulate and produce written work that demonstrates an application of recognised theoretical approachs to the international politics of Northeast Asia.
- Activities:
- Research essay; Weekly blog activities; Tutorial activities
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Speaking(Speaking)
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
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