Undergraduate - UnitATS3695 - Public policy

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6 points, SCA Band 1, 0.125 EFTSL

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Level	Undergraduate
Faculty	Faculty of Arts
Offered	Not offered in 2014
Coordinator(s)	TBA

Notes

Previously coded PLT3270

Synopsis

This unit examines the factors that shape public policy outcomes and the consequences (both deliberate and unintended) that sometime result from particular policy choices. The unit focuses principally on the Australian context, although includes comparison with similar polities. The unit is divided into three sections. Section one traces the theoretical and normative debates associated with the state in the policy making process, including an examination of the evolution of the state. Section two explores the institutions and actors that are central go policy making process. The course concludes with an investigation of a number of key policy areas.

Outcomes

On successful completion of this subject students should:

Demonstrate an improved understanding of the complexities involved in the formulation and implementation of public policy;
Have gained an understanding of the role and influence of key players and institutions in the policy process;
Be able to link theory and practice;
Have developed the ability to present arguments (in oral and written form) relevant to the topic being analyzed and debated.

Assessment

Written work: 100%

Chief examiner(s)

TBA

Workload requirements

One x 2 hour seminar

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

Politics
International relations

Prerequisites

A gateway unit in Politics or ATS2945

Prohibitions

ATS2695