Courses & Units
Espionage, Terror and Global Disorder HIR306
Introduction
Offers a systematic study of various forms of `disorder` in the post-Cold War era, with a particular focus on terrorism. States are increasingly confronted with unpredictable, internal and trans-national threats to their security, for example: new and diverse forms of terrorism and political violence; international organised crime and traffic in arms, drugs and people; religious nationalism and ethnic/racial conflict; and struggles for new states and national liberation. In attempts to maintain security, states use a range of overt and covert techniques, such as surveillance, espionage, counter-terrorism, and military force. This diverse range of threats and state responses is analysed in key examples from around the globe and in the Asia-Pacific region. The unit focuses on the `globalisation` of terrorism in such forms as Osama bin Laden`s al-Qa`ida network, and the implications for global security and intelligence of the rise of Islamic State (ISIS or ISIL) and lone wolf terrorism.
Summary
| Unit name | Espionage, Terror and Global Disorder |
|---|---|
| Unit code | HIR306 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Social Sciences |
| Discipline | Politics and International Relations |
| Coordinator | Doctor Catherine Goetze |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Advanced |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | Off-Campus | International International | Domestic Domestic |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 11/7/2022 | 9/8/2022 | 29/8/2022 | 16/10/2022 |
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Learning Outcomes
- Explain key ideas, debates and theoretical perspectives in the field of political violence and terrorism.
- Apply theoretical perspectives and debates on political violence and terrorism to real world examples.
- Analyse the complex and dynamic relationships between political actors and institutions at local, national and/or international levels.
- Communicate your ideas fluently drawing upon evidence, and apply referencing and style conventions as appropriate.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 090101 | $1,828.00 | $858.00 | not applicable | $2,108.00 |
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Requisites
Prerequisites
(25 points at introductory level in HSG units OR HIR101 - Introduction to International Relations)Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
HSA270 AND HSA370 AND HIR206Teaching
| Assessment | Take-home exam (40%)|Tutorial participation (10%)|Minor essay (10%)|Major Essay (40%) |
|---|---|
| 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. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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