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ATS2580

Faculty of Arts

18 September 2017 26 April 2024
Monash University

Undergraduate - Unit

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6 points, SCA Band 1, 0.125 EFTSL

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LevelUndergraduate
FacultyFaculty of Arts
Organisational UnitAustralian Centre for Jewish Civilisation
OfferedCaulfield Second semester 2013 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2013 (Day)
Coordinator(s)Dr Randall Geller

Notes

Previously coded HSY2095

Synopsis

This unit examines aspects of contemporary Middle Eastern politics encompassing both the Arab and the non-Arab worlds. The political culture, development and processes of key countries will be analysed. Regional relationships and conflicts will be examined, including the ongoing Gulf Conflict, the Lebanon War, and the Arab-Israel conflict. The implications for wider international politics will also be considered.

Outcomes

Upon completion of this subject students will be expected to:

  1. Demonstrate an understanding of the historical, ethnic and religious diversity of the Middle East upon which contemporary political complexity is based.
  2. Show an awareness of the major political cultures, structures, actors and issues in the contemporary Middle East.
  3. Understand the causes of regional; conflicts and the preconditions for their resolution, as well as the reasons for persistent authoritarianism and the prospects for political reform and democratization.
  4. Appreciate the major theories explaining Middle Eastern political realities.
  5. Display an ability for political scrutiny, awareness of the broad range of sources and interpretations of Middle Eastern politics and a careful use of evidence and logical argumentation in discussing Middle Eastern issues.

Assessment

Essay (2000 words): 40%
Tutorial work (500 words): 15%
Take home exam (1400 words): 30%
Class test (40 minutes): 15%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Randall Geller

Contact hours

2 hour lecture and 1 hour tutorial per week

This unit applies to the following area(s) of study

Jewish civilisation
International studies
History

Prohibitions

JWC2095, PLT2490, PLT2492, ATS3580