Hobart
Introduction
This unit offers an introduction to the most important themes and issues in the international relations of China. Students will gain a basic understanding of how the major frameworks of international relations interpret the rise of China as a global power. It will focus on domestic, regional and international politics of China and its relations with the United States, Japan, the Koreas, the ASEAN states, the EU and Africa. The implications for Australian foreign policy of China's rising power and the new international relations will also be examined.
Summary 2021
Unit name | China's Global Power |
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Unit code | HIR203 |
Credit points | 12.5 |
Faculty/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Social Sciences |
Discipline | Politics and International Relations |
Coordinator | Dr Mark Harrison |
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Level | Intermediate |
Available as student elective? | Yes |
Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Learning Outcomes
- Identify and evaluate different arguments on China’s global power.
- Apply theoretical knowledge and research to analyse empirical cases of China’s growing influence in international relations.
- Communicate coherently in written and/or oral formats drawing upon evidence to support your argument.
Fees
Requisites
Prerequisites
HIR101
Co-requisites
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
HIR303, HSA258, HMA258, HMA358, HSA358
Teaching
Teaching Pattern | On Campus: Off Campus: |
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Assessment | Task 1: Minor essay (10%) Task 2: Major essay (40%) Task 3: Tutorial participation (10%) Task 4: Take-home exam (40%) |
Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
Required | Information about any textbook requirements will be available from mid November. |
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Recommended |
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