Understanding Malaysian society and culture
Z Marshallsay
8 points * 3 hours per week * First semester * Clayton
This subject deals with key elements that have shaped and continue to shape Malaysian society and culture. It examines the sociopolitical factors leading to the transformation of Malaysian society as well as issues of relevance to contemporary Malaysia. Areas examined include the historical bases of contemporary Malaysian society and socioeconomic issues of concern such as language, education and women's issues. Emphasis is also placed on developments in Malaysia and their bearing on Australia-Malaysia relations.
Assessment
Written assignments (reviews of topics of current interest): 30% Research report (3000 words): 50% * Seminar participation: 20%
Recommended texts
Anuwar A Malaysia's industrialisation: The quest for technology OUP, 1992
Gale B (ed.) Readings in Malaysian politics Pelanduk Publications, 1986
Hussein M Islam and ethnicity in Malay politics OUP, 1990
Jesudasan J V Ethnicity and the economy: The state, Chinese business and multinationals in Malaysia OUP, 1989
Kahn J and Loh F (eds) Fragmented vision: Culture and politics in contemporary Malaysia. ASAA/Allen and Unwin, 1992
Nagata J Malaysian mosaic: Perspectives from a poly-ethnic society U British Columbia P, 1979
Husin A S (ed.) Ethnicity, class and development in Malaysia Persatuan Sains Sosial Malaysia, 1984
Ungku M U M Tahir: Modern Malay literary culture: A historical perspective ISEAS, 1987