In this unit students develop critical problem-solving skills by engaging them with contemporary issues in politics and international relations. Unit content is based on issues at the forefront of the news cycle. Lectures introduce the various ways in which academic researchers and public intellectuals respond to world events. Tutorials allow the students an opportunity to discuss potential solutions with tutors and peers. Suggested topics could include, Brexit, Trump presidency, the Syrian War, leadership spills, same-sex marriage, and populism.
Unit details and rules
Unit code | GOVT1601 |
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Academic unit | Government and International Relations |
Credit points | 6 |
Prohibitions
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None |
Prerequisites
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None |
Corequisites
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None |
Assumed knowledge
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None |
Available to study abroad and exchange students | Yes |
Teaching staff
Coordinator | David Blunt, david.blunt@sydney.edu.au |
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Guest lecturer(s) | Brendon O'Connor, brendon.oconnor@sydney.edu.au |
Minglu Chen, minglu.chen@sydney.edu.au | |
John Keane, john.keane@sydney.edu.au | |
Lecturer(s) | David Blunt, david.blunt@sydney.edu.au |
Tutor(s) | Daniel Gomez, daniel.gomez@sydney.edu.au |
Marilyn Kharkongor, marilyn.kwankharkongor@sydney.edu.au |