PLT4809

Australian National Government ( 12 points, SCA Band 1, 0.250 EFTSL)

Leader: Nick Economou

Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2006 (Day)

Synopsis: Characteristics and operation of constitutional democracy in Australia and selected political debates of contemporary import. Topics include political traditions and the growth of government; political culture and citizenship; the hybrid with special reference to the role of the Senate; constitutional reform; governmental reform; contemporary party political debate.

Assessment: Precis exercise (1500 words): 20% + Essay (4500 words): 40% + Examination (3 hours): 40%

Contact Hours: 2 hours (1 x 2 hour seminar) per week