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INGS4002: Identity, Politics, Globalisation

Semester 2, 2022 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

How do we build a political life in this contemporary moment? In this unit, we examine our individual affinities to objects of global concern by focusing on ideologies, identities, practices and politics that have drawn together and divided people around the world. Selecting from fields of study spanning feminisms, environmentalisms, policy, Indigenous, queer and cultural studies to focus on one or more objects of global interest, this unit addresses, as its core, the diverse formations of politics and identities emergent from these global objects.

Unit details and rules

Unit code INGS4002
Academic unit Gender and Cultural Studies
Credit points 6
Prohibitions
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None
Prerequisites
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INGS3998 or INGS3999
Corequisites
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None
Assumed knowledge
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None

Available to study abroad and exchange students

No

Teaching staff

Coordinator Jane Park, jane.park@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s) Jane Park, jane.park@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Presentation Presentation
Presentation of final project in progress, drawing on project outline
10% - 5 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO5 LO4 LO2
Assignment Critical Reflection
Provide a critical reflection of one of the readings based on discussion.
20% - 500 words
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO4 LO3
Assignment Project Outline
Outline of final project to be presented to class.
20% -
Due date: 25 Sep 2022 at 23:59
1000 words
Outcomes assessed: LO3 LO5 LO4
Assignment Final Project
Case study of a complex global issue drawing on the student's experience.
40% Formal exam period
Due date: 17 Nov 2022 at 23:59
2500 words
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Participation Participation
Attending and participating actively in tutorials.
10% Please select a valid week from the list below Weekly
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO5 LO4 LO3 LO2

Assessment summary

The analysis of a case study prepares the students for the next assignment. It requires students to use their theoretical knowledge from the unit but broadens their understanding beyond simply the analysis of the text.

Assessment criteria

- Critical Reflection (1000 words, 20%)

-Participation (10%)

- Project Outline (1000 words, 20%)

-Presentation (10%)

- Final Project (2500 words, 40%)

Detailed information can be found on Canvas

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

  • Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
  • After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website  provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.  

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Week 01 Introduction Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3
Brainstorming Ideas Tutorial (1 hr) LO2 LO4 LO5
Week 02 Mapping Modernity Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3
Developing a research question Tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 03 The Globalization of Space and Identity Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3
Constructing an argument Tutorial (1 hr) LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 04 How Media and Culture Circulate Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3
Compiling a literature review Tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 05 Diasporic Expressions Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3
Writing an abstract Tutorial (1 hr) LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 06 The Practice of Decolonization Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3
Class discussion and analysis Tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 07 Case Study TBD Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Class discussion and analysis Tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 08 Case study TBD Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Class discussion and analysis Tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 09 Case study TBD Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Class discussion and analysis Tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 10 Student workshops Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Peer review Tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 11 Student workshops Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Peer review Tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 12 Student workshops Online class (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Peer revoew Tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5

Attendance and class requirements

Lectures and tutorials are required

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

See outline on Canvas

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. To further consolidate and extend a theoretical basis in global and international theories
  • LO2. To develop an in-depth understanding of the formations of identity and politics within the global realm
  • LO3. To develop skills particularly in close readings, discourse analysis, case study, and ethnographic methodologies
  • LO4. To apply skills and knowledge to the analysis of real world issues or set of concerns
  • LO5. To develop skills of presentation, deep listening and constructive critique

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise

Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.

GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving

Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.

GQ3 Oral and written communication

Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.

GQ4 Information and digital literacy

Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.

GQ5 Inventiveness

Generating novel ideas and solutions.

GQ6 Cultural competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.

GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness

Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.

GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity

An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.

GQ9 Influence

Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes Graduate qualities
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

This is the first time this unit has been offered.

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