Courses & Units
Environmental Politics and Policy HPP312
Introduction
This unit introduces students to the dynamics that shape contemporary environmental politics, policy and justice with broad appeal to students of social sciences, governance, justice studies, environmental studies and science. The roles of governments and non-state actors in contributing to environmental policy and governance arrangements are considered with reference to a number of contemporary case studies. The unit also analyses environmental ideas, values and beliefs and how these inform grassroots organising, political platforms and regulatory settings.
Summary
| Unit name | Environmental Politics and Policy |
|---|---|
| Unit code | HPP312 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Social Sciences |
| Discipline | Politics and International Relations |
| Coordinator | Doctor Hannah Murphy |
| 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 | International | Domestic | |
| Online | Semester 2 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 22/7/2024 | 16/8/2024 | 9/9/2024 | 27/10/2024 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Explain key conceptual difficulties, theoretical perspectives and debates in the fields of environmental politics and policy.
- Apply relevant theoretical perspectives and debates to real world examples of environmental politics and policy.
- Analyse the complex and dynamic relationships between environmental politics and policy, policy outcomes, and political actors and institutions, at the local, national and/or international levels.
- Communicate your ideas coherently in written and/or oral forms.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 050999 | $1,118.00 | $1,118.00 | not applicable | $3,068.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Requisites
Prerequisites
25 points at introductory level in any discipline in any facultyMutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
HPP212 AND HSD330 AND HSD230Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | On Campus: |
|---|---|
| Assessment | MyLO quiz on Module 1 of unit content (10%)|Tutorial attendance and participation/ Online tutorial attendance and participation. (10%)|Research Essay (40%)|Take home exam (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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