pol2apc aust political culture
AUSTRALIAN POLITICAL CULTURE
POL2APC
Not currently offered
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students examine the origins and evolving nature of Australian political culture from federation to the present-day. Utilising Paul Kelly's contested, but nevertheless, useful concept of an 'Australian Settlement', we identify the key ideas, values, policies and programs that shaped Australian political life. Topics include: Aboriginal dispossession and the doctrine and ideology of terra nullius, the 'White Australia' policy, masculinism, secularism, the British colonial heritage, Australia's reliance on 'great and powerful' allies' and the role of the state in shaping the life chances and political outlook of Australians. Assessment aims to consolidate students' analytical, research and communication skills and to develop their ethical and cultural awareness.
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorGwenda Tavan
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites 15 credit points of any first year Politics subject and 15 credit points of any Humanities and Social Sciences subject, or subject coordinator's approval
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects POL3APC
Equivalent subjects None
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Online readings | Prescribed | N/A | N/A |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Complete written work that shows an understanding of how to locate, integrate and summarise relevant research
- Activities:
- Major essay, short assignment and class tests
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Writing(Writing)
02. Complete written work that that shows an understanding of key issues, concepts and debates in Australian politics
- Activities:
- Major essay, short assignment, class tests and online exercises
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Ethical & Cultural Awareness(Ethical & Cultural Awareness)
03. Produce written work that shows an understanding of key issues and debates in Australian politics and the ability to critically analyse and evaluate them
- Activities:
- Major essay, short assignment, class tests and online exercises
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Ethical & Cultural Awareness(Ethical & Cultural Awareness)
04. Write critical reviews that demonstrates the ability to construct a clear, coherent argument on an aspect of Australian political history and culture
- Activities:
- Major essay and final examination
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
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