Korean politics and economy
Young-a Cho
8 points * 3 hours per week * First semester * Clayton
The objective of this subject is to analyse the political, social and economic sources of Korea's remarkable transformation in the postwar era. The subject investigates the role of the Korean state, big business and labour in the process of industrialisation and assesses the external conditions, such as Korea's position in the world economy and its relations with other powers, may have had on shaping Korea's course of development. Areas examined include DPRK-ROK relations, ROK-US relations, Korea's role in the Pacific Rim and APEC. Special emphasis will be given to Australia-Korea relations.
Assessment
Written (3000 words): 20% * Examinations (3 hours): 50% * Seminar participation/attendance: 30%
Prescribed texts
Henthorn W E A history of Korea The Free Press
Li Ki Baek A new history of Korea Harvard UP