Introduction
This unit is designed to deepen your understanding of contemporary issues related to religion, ethnicity and conflict in Southeast Asia. In the introductory section of the unit, you will familiarise yourself with the history, social and political structure of countries in the region. You will then have a chance to discuss issues such as identity, development and discrimination from an ethno-religious perspective. Other issues include inter-faith disputes, separatism, communal wars, the rise of religious fundamentalism and terrorism. Lastly, you will learn about diaspora and the movement of people with an emphasis on the experience of refugees and the role of Nanyang Chinese. During their studies of the unit, students will be expected to undertake a single case study of one of the Southeast Asian countries.
Summary
| Unit name | Religion, Ethnicity and Conflict in Southeast Asia |
| Unit code | HIR312 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Arts and Society Humanities and Social Sciences |
| Discipline | Languages|Politics and International Relations |
| Coordinator | Professor James Chin |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
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| Level | Advanced |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Analyse contemporary issues related to religion, ethnicity, and conflict in Southeast Asia
- Explain the relationships between religion, ethnicity, and conflict in Southeast Asia
- Present your understanding of contemporary issues in a range of formats (written and oral)
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | There will be a three-hour workshop on campus every week for this unit. The workshop will cover all the lectures and tutorials. Off-campus students will zoom in for the workshops. |
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| Assessment | Presentation (20%)|Major research Essay (35%)|Online Quizzes (45%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
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