International & Pol. Studies - APOLA14400
Stream Summary
Faculty: UNSW Canberra at ADFA
School: UNSW Canberra at ADFA
Contact: UNSW Canberra, Student Administrative Services
Program: 4400 - Arts
Award(s):
Bachelor of Arts (Major)
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Stream Outline
International and Political Studies involves the study of power - how it is exercised and by whom, and how its privileges and responsibilities are a focus of conflict. The program is designed for students who are interested in politics and international affairs in a rapidly changing global environment. Our courses cover the major actors, ideas and key issues of domestic, regional and global politics, all of which have a profound impact on Australia’s national security and its place in the world. The program emphasises the development of critical thinking and high-level analytical and communication skills. The skills and knowledge gained through the program are valuable for members of the ADF, which operates in an increasingly challenging domestic and international environment.
Stream Structure
In the first year the teaching program is designed to introduce students to the theories and key issues of Australian politics and international relations. International and Political Studies (IPS) 1A examines the role of ideals, interests and power in the Australian political system. International and Political Studies (IPS) 1B covers world politics, the shifting balance of power, international organisations, and the sources of conflict.
In year 2 and 3, the teaching program focuses on four themes:
International relations
Countries of strategic significance to Australia
Security studies
Political thought
A major in International and Political Studies comprises:
Two Level I courses:
In year 2 and 3, the teaching program focuses on four themes:
International relations
Countries of strategic significance to Australia
Security studies
Political thought
A major in International and Political Studies comprises:
Two Level I courses:
- ZHSS1401 IPS1A (6 UOC)
- ZHSS1402 IPS1B: World Politics (6 UOC)
plus 36 UOC which must be from Level II and Level III courses, with at least 18 UOC at Level III.
Level II Courses:
Level II Courses:
- ZHSS2403 Politics of China (6 UOC)
- ZHSS2410 Modern Political Ideologies (6 UOC)
- ZHSS2412 Pol of Australian Security ( UOC)
- ZHSS2416 The Politics of Southeast Asia (6 UOC)
- ZHSS2423 Key Political Thinkers (6 UOC)
- ZHSS2424 Air Power (6 UOC)
- ZHSS2427 Politics of the Great Powers (6 UOC)
- ZHSS2428 Great Clashes that Define Us (6 UOC)
- ZHSS2503 State Sys Pre-Col SE Asia ( UOC)
- ZHSS2600 Practical Ethics (6 UOC)
- ZHSS2601 Introductory Business Ethics (6 UOC)
Level III Courses:
- ZHSS3402 Pol Cultures in Asia & Pacific ( UOC)
- ZHSS3414 Regional Security Issues (6 UOC)
- ZHSS3417 Ethnic Conflict (6 UOC)
- ZHSS3421 Political Philosophy (6 UOC)
- ZHSS3422 Politics of Globalisation (6 UOC)
- ZHSS3425 Air Power in Small Wars (6 UOC)
- ZHSS3431 International Human Rights (6 UOC)
- ZHSS3432 Justice Norms and Practice (6 UOC)
- ZHSS3433 International Politics (6 UOC)
- ZHSS3434 Australia: Who holds power? (6 UOC)
- ZHSS3435 Contemporary Security Studies (6 UOC)
Students may also include the following courses as part of an International and Political Studies major:
- ZHSS2104 Studies in the Media ( UOC)
- ZHSS2217 Genocide ( UOC)
- ZHSS2230 Contemporary African History (6 UOC)
- ZHSS2506 Development Policies (6 UOC)
- ZHSS3501 Islam and Challenges of Modern (6 UOC)
Honours
The School of Humanities and Social Sciences offers a separate fourth-year Honours program which consists of coursework and sub-thesis which expands and further develops the intellectual skills of our best students. Admission to International and Political Studies Honours is at the discretion of the Head of School. Interested students should contact the Honours Program Coordinator within HASS.
