Australia and Asia
John Dalton
8 points
* 3 hours per week
* First semester
* Peninsula
Objectives On successful completion of this subject students should have an appreciation of the problems facing Australia in its relations with its Asian neighbours; be aware of different Asian cultures, value systems and societal forces; be able to demonstrate knowledge of a wide range of empirical material; have developed research techniques and conceptual abilities.
Synopsis The subject surveys Australia's political and diplomatic relations with Asian countries and regional organisations. Special attention is paid to Australia's relations with its major trading partners and the prospects for future expansion. The contemporary security environment is discussed together with Australia's defence options and responses. The role of the arts, culture, education and tourism in building bridges with our Asian neighbours is analysed.
Assessment second year Two essays (2000 words each): 50%
* Tutorial
presentation and participation: 10%
* Examination (2 hours): 40%
Assessment third year Two essays (2000 words each): 50%
* Tutorial
presentation and participation: 10%
* Examination (2 hours): 40%
*
Third-year students will be expected to demonstrate wider reading, greater
empirical knowledge and a deeper conceptual understanding of the issues
involved.
Recommended texts
Broinowski A The yellow lady: Australia's impressions of Asia OUP, 1992
Evans G and Grant B Australia's foreign relations: In the world of the 1990s 2nd edn, MUP, 1995
Sheridan G (ed.) Living with dragons: Australia confronts its Asian destiny Allen and Unwin, 1995
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