Offered
Clayton Second semester 2008 (Day)
Synopsis
Major impacts on Australian national government and politics over the last two decades. The changing economic and social fabric of Australia; the impact of globalisation and the re-emergence of neo-liberal ideology. The changing Australian political tradition; recent challenges to representative and accountable governance; the increase in political disenchantment and the gradual dealignment of the electorate and the effect of these on the political parties; and, more generally, the form and nature of democracy in Australia.
Assessment
Essay (6000 words): 40%
Seminar presentation and participation: 20%
Examination (3 hours): 40%
Contact hours
2 hours (1 x 2 hour seminar) per week
Prohibitions
PLT4809,PLM5800
