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INTERNATIONAL STUDIES GOVERNANCE AND PUBLIC POLICY MEDIATION AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION
2012 HANDBOOK
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CONTENTS
ADMISSION PROCEDURES ............................................................................................................................4 CREDIT OR EXEMPTION FOR PREVIOUS STUDIES ..............................................................................4 FAST TRACKING YOUR MASTERS PROGRAM .........................................................................................4 CONTACT DETAILS FOR FURTHER ENQUIRIES .....................................................................................4 THE INTERNATIONAL STUDIES PROGRAM .............................................................................................5
Fields of Specialisations .......................................................................................................................................5 International Relations ....................................................................................................................................5 Peace and Conflict Resolution ........................................................................................................................5 Graduate Outcomes ..............................................................................................................................................5 Entry Requirements ..............................................................................................................................................5 Program Requirements ........................................................................................................................................6 Graduate Certificate in International Studies ...............................................................................................6 Graduate Diploma in International Studies ..................................................................................................7 Master of International Studies ......................................................................................................................8 Master of International Studies (Advanced) .................................................................................................9
THE GOVERNANCE AND PUBLIC POLICY PROGRAM .........................................................................10
Graduate Outcomes ............................................................................................................................................10 Entry Requirements ............................................................................................................................................10 Program Requirements ......................................................................................................................................11 Graduate Certificate in Governance and Public Policy ..............................................................................11 Graduate Diploma in Governance and Public Policy..................................................................................12 Master of Governance and Public Policy .....................................................................................................13
THE MEDIATION AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION PROGRAM ............................................................ 15
Graduate Outcomes ............................................................................................................................................15 Entry Requirements ............................................................................................................................................15 Program Requirements ......................................................................................................................................15 Graduate Certificate in Mediation and Conflict Resolution .......................................................................15
COURSE COORDINATORS POSTGRADUATE COURSES 2012 ....................................................... 16 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS - POSTGRADUATE COURSES 2012 .......................................................... 17 TEACHING SCHEDULE POSTGRADUATE COURSES 2012 .............................................................. 21 UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2012 SOME KEY DATES .................................................... 22
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Admission Procedures
Information on How to Apply to UQ Postgraduate Coursework programs for both Domestic and International applicants can be found on the UQ website. Domestic students: http://www.uq.edu.au/study/index.html?page=1086&pid=958 International Students: http://www.uq.edu.au/international/application-instructions
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The programs bring together the disciplines of International Relations, Comparative Government, Political Economy, Peace Studies and International Development. In an era of increasing internationalisation of political issues, and globalisation of the economy, bringing together these sub-disciplines in cohesively constructed programs enables the processes of policy formulation and implementation to become more apparent to students undertaking the program.
Fields of Specialisations
International Relations
International relations (IR) is one of the most exciting components of political science. Professional opportunities are increasingly linked to and pursued within a more complex world. Traditional dimensions of IR central to international peace and prosperity include international diplomacy; arms control; alliance politics; institutionalism; and development studies at both the regional and global levels. Students also cover newer components integral in IR including international political economics; environmental politics; refugee and migration problems; human rights; and human security. The expanding array of areas that can be studied under the IR rubric establishes the field as a dynamic and important part of our daily lives.
Graduate Outcomes
The Master of International Studies offers specialist qualifications to help develop the skills and knowledge relevant to those seeking employment in policy-making positions in government agencies, private enterprise, non-government organisations or international organisations. Our graduates have found employment in organisations like the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, Office of National Assessment and AusAid. The program also provides a pathway for those interested in further study. Many graduates have gone on to pursue further research (PhD) leading to academic and non academic careers.
Entry Requirements
Graduate Certificate in International Studies:
Bachelors degree with a minimum GPA of 4.5; or Post-secondary studies and relevant work experience Bachelors degree in any field with a minimum GPA of 4.5; or Graduate Certificate in International Studies from UQ with a minimum GPA of 4.5 Bachelors degree in any field with a minimum GPA of 5; or Graduate Diploma in International Studies from UQ with a minimum GPA of 5;
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Program Requirements
Graduate Certificate in International Studies UQ Program Code: 5337 Duration: 1 semester FT or PT equivalent Mode of Study: Internal The program requires students to complete #8 units comprising: #4 from the course listed under Part A and #4 from the courses listed under Part B (Either #4 from International Relations OR #4 from Peace and Conflict Resolution)
COURSE LIST Part A POLS7250 #4 - Advanced International Studies Part B - International Relations POLS7107 #2 - Globalisation, International Political Economy and Development POLS7208 #2 - International Relations of the Asia- Pacific POLS7211 #2 - International Security POLS7216 #2 - Evolution of the International System POLS7225 #2 - Foreign Policy, Diplomacy and Statecraft POLS7506 #2 - Arms Control & Disarmament Part B - Peace and Conflict Resolution POLS7502 #2 Principles for Deep-Seated Conflict Resolution POLS7503 #2 - Ethics and Human Rights POLS7504 #2 - Contemporary Peacekeeping POLS7505 #2 - Peacebuilding POLS7509 #2 - Gender in International Politics & Development POLS7510 #2 - Culture, Conflict and Reconciliation POLS7522 #2 Resolving Deep-Seated Conflict
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Graduate Diploma in International Studies UQ Program Code: 5338 Duration: 2 semesters FT or PT equivalent Mode of Study: Internal The program requires students to complete #16 units comprising: #4 from the course listed under Part A and #8 from the courses listed under Part B and (Either #8 International Relations OR #8 Peace and Conflict Resolution) #4 from any other combination of courses in Part B or Part C
COURSE LIST Part A POLS7250 #4 - Advanced International Studies Part B International Relations POLS7107 #2 - Globalisation, International Political Economy and Development POLS7208 #2 - International Relations of the Asia- Pacific POLS7211 #2 - International Security POLS7216 #2 - Evolution of the International System POLS7225 #2 - Foreign Policy, Diplomacy and Statecraft POLS7506 #2 - Arms Control & Disarmament Part B Peace and Conflict Resolution CRMD7000 #4 - Mediation POLS7502 #2 Principles for Deep-Seated Conflict Resolution POLS7503 #2 - Ethics and Human Rights POLS7504 #2 - Contemporary Peacekeeping POLS7505 #2 - Peacebuilding POLS7509 #2 - Gender in International Politics & Development POLS7510 #2 - Culture, Conflict and Reconciliation POLS7522 #2 Resolving Deep-Seated Conflict Part C POLS7207 #2 - Independent Study (International Studies) POLS7218 #2 - Specialist Studies in International Politics POLS7701 #2 - Research Methods
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Master of International Studies UQ Program Code: 5339 Duration: 3 semesters FT or PT equivalent Mode of Study: Internal The program requires students to complete #24 units comprising: #4 from the course listed under Part A and #10-12 from the courses listed under Part B and (Either #10-12 International Relations OR #10-12 Peace and Conflict Resolution) #8-10 from any other combination of courses in Part B or Part C.
COURSE LIST Part A POLS7250 #4 - Advanced International Studies Part B International Relations POLS7107 #2 - Globalisation, International Political Economy and Development POLS7208 #2 - International Relations of the Asia- Pacific POLS7211 #2 - International Security POLS7216 #2 - Evolution of the International System POLS7225 #2 - Foreign Policy, Diplomacy and Statecraft POLS7506 #2 - Arms Control & Disarmament Part B - Peace and Conflict Resolution CRMD7000 #4 - Mediation POLS7502 #2 Principles for Deep-Seated Conflict Resolution POLS7503 #2 - Ethics and Human Rights POLS7504 #2 - Contemporary Peacekeeping POLS7505 #2 - Peacebuilding POLS7509 #2 - Gender in International Politics & Development POLS7510 #2 - Culture, Conflict and Reconciliation POLS7522 #2 Resolving Deep-Seated Conflict Part C POLS7206 #2 - Development Administration POLS7207 #2 - Independent Study (International Studies) POLS7218 #2 - Specialist Studies in International Politics POLS7220 #6 - Research Report (International Studies) POLS7302 #2 - Politics of Development POLS7521 #2- Applied Fieldwork Experience (International Studies) POLS7701 #2 - Research Methods Or up to #4 of other courses as approved by the Head of School in consultation with the Program Director. Approval must be obtained prior to enrolment
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Master of International Studies (Advanced) UQ Program Code: 5312 Duration: 4 semesters FT or PT equivalent Mode of Study: Internal The program requires students to complete #32 units comprising: #10 from the courses listed under Part A and #10-12 from the courses listed under Part B and (Either #10-12 International Relations OR #10-12 Peace and Conflict Resolution) #10-12 from any other combination of courses in Part B or Part C
COURSE LIST Part A POLS7250 #4 - Advanced International Studies POLS7220 #6 - Research Report (International Studies) Part B International Relations POLS7107 #2 - Globalisation, International Political Economy and Development POLS7208 #2 - International Relations of the Asia- Pacific POLS7211 #2 - International Security POLS7216 #2 - Evolution of the International System POLS7225 #2 - Foreign Policy, Diplomacy and Statecraft POLS7506 #2 - Arms Control & Disarmament Part B Peace and Conflict Resolution CRMD7000 #4 - Mediation POLS7502 #2 Principles of Deep-Seated Conflict Resolution POLS7503 #2 - Ethics and Human Rights POLS7504 #2 - Contemporary Peacekeeping POLS7505 #2 - Peacebuilding POLS7509 #2 - Gender in International Politics & Development POLS7510 #2 - Culture, Conflict and Reconciliation POLS7522 #2 Resolving Deep-Seated Conflict Part C POLS7206 #2 - Development Administration POLS7207 #2 - Independent Study (International Studies) POLS7218 #2 - Specialist Studies in International Politics POLS7302 #2 - Politics of Development POLS7521 #2- Applied Fieldwork Experience (International Studies) POLS7701 #2 - Research Methods Or up to #6 of other courses as approved by the Head of School in consultation with the Program Director. Approval must be obtained prior to enrolment
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Choice and flexibility are key features of this program. Students initially complete a compulsory suite of courses dealing with political institutions, policy and governance. Beyond this, students have the option of completing courses in the Public Affairs and Political Management Stream, the Public Sector Governance Stream, the Social Policy Analysis Stream, and the Governance and Development Stream. Students in the Masters program also have the option of studying research methods and completing a research report.
Graduate Outcomes
Qualifications in Governance and Public Policy can lead directly to employment in a range of areas including policy advice roles, public sector management, formulating governance strategies and promoting interaction with the private and public community sectors. Graduates of the program will have skills in areas such as political analysis, public management, governance strategies, policy analysis and issues management. These skills are applicable in the public sector and also in the private and community sectors.
Entry Requirements
Graduate Certificate in Governance and Public Policy:
Bachelors degree with a minimum GPA of 4.5; or Post-secondary studies and relevant work experience Bachelors degree with a minimum GPA of 4.5; or Graduate Certificate in Governance and Public Policy from UQ with a minimum GPA of 4.5 Bachelors degree in any field with a minimum GPA of 5; or Graduate Diploma in Governance and Public Policy from UQ with a minimum GPA of 5;
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Program Requirements
Graduate Certificate in Governance and Public Policy
UQ Program Code: 5364 Duration: 1 semester FT or PT equivalent Mode of Study: Internal
The program requires students to complete #8 units comprising: #8 from the courses listed under Part A Students wishing to complete the program in one semester can meet program requirements with #4 from Part A and #4 from Part B of the Master of Governance and Public Policy course list.
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The program requires students to complete #16 units comprising: #8 from the courses listed under Part A and #8 from the courses listed under Part B (Students wishing to complete a field of study must take #8 from the same field) Course List Part A POLS7101 #2 - Dynamics of Governance POLS7110 #2 - Law, Policy and Governance POLS7111 #2 - Dynamics of Public Policy POLS7406 #2 - Economic Analysis & Public Policy Part B Governance and Development ECON7560 #2 - Globalisation and Economic Development PLAN7612 #2 - Development Planning in Developing Countries: Theory & Practice PLAN7614 #2 - Urban Management and Governance in Developing Countries POLS7107 #2 - Globalisation, International Political Economy & Development POLS7206 #2 - Development Administration POLS7302 #2 - Politics of Development Public Health PUBH7014 #2 - Health Financing PUBH7021 #2 - Evaluation in Public Health PUBH7614 #2 - Health Systems PUBH7645 #2 Global Health Policy SOCY7109 #2 Medicine, Markets and Health: Sociological Perspectives on Health and Illness Public Management MGTS7603 #2 - Strategic Human Resource Management MGTS7613 #2 - The New Public Management MGTS7615 #2 - Public Sector Accountability MGTS7616 #2 - Designing Public Policy POLS7103 #2 - Lobbying, Communications & Public Affairs SWSP7123 #2 - Community Planning, Engagement and Governance Resource Management ENVM7100 #2 - Foundations of Sustainable Development ENVM7123 #2 - Regulatory Frameworks for Environmental Management & Planning ENVM7202 #2 - Resource Management & Environmental Planning ENVM7505 #2 - International and National Conservation Policy ENVM7511 #2 - Natural Resource Management
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The program requires students to complete #24 units comprising: #8 from the courses listed under Part A and #8 from the courses listed under Part B and (Students wishing to complete a field of study must take #8 from the same field) #8 from a combination of courses from Part C and/or Part B OR #8 from Part D
Part C AGRC7038 #2 - Agricultural & Resource Policy ECON7460 #2 - Health Economics ECON7540 #2 - Economics of Innovation and Entrepreneurship ENVM7102 #2 - Sustainable Development in Practice ENVM7512 #2 - Environmental Problem Solving ENVM7513 #2 - Environment and Community MGTS7617 #2 - Government and Business MGTS7963 #2 - Evaluation of Programs and Projects MGTS7973 #2 - Negotiation and Conflict Management in Resource Management PLAN7611 #2 - Planning Process POLS7100 #2 - Overview of Australian Political Institutions POLS7108 #2 - Independent Study (MGPP) POLS7125 #2 Internship (MGPP) POLS7505 #2 - Peacebuilding POLS7509 #2 - Gender in International Politics & Development POLY7000 #2 - Understanding Social Policy POLY7002 #2 - Doing Social Policy PUBH7113 #2 - Health & Development PUBH7620 #2 - Social Perspectives in Population Health Or up to #4 of other postgraduate courses approved by the Program Director. Approval must be obtained prior to enrolment Part D POLS7701 #2 - Research Methods and one of the following POLS7120 #6 - Research Report (MGPP) F/T POLS7121 #6 - Research Report (MGPP) P/T commencing Semester 1 POLS7122 #6 - Research Report (MGPP) P/T commencing Semester 2
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Graduate Outcomes
Our program opens up many options and a wide range of career choices. Graduates may work directly in the field of conflict resolution, in international peace building efforts, in private practice as mediators, or as mediators or conciliators in organisations like the Industrial Relations Commission, the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission, Family Relationships Centres or the Residential Tenancies Authority. Our program is also very attractive to the human resource sector as managers and unions enhance their relations through conflict resolution skills. Our program appeals to law graduates as Lawyers are also required to participate in a range of conflict resolution processes other than litigation. Many of our graduates can be found working in international development contexts, using their skills in post-conflict countries and working as development consultants or with international organisations.
Entry Requirements
Graduate Certificate in Mediation and Conflict Resolution:
Bachelor degree or equivalent and curriculum vitae with academic and two professional references. Applicants without formal qualifications but with substantial relevant experience may be considered.
Program Requirements
Graduate Certificate in Mediation and Conflict Resolution
UQ Program Code: 5454 Duration: 1 semester FT or PT equivalent Mode of Study: Internal The program requires students to complete #8 units from the course list: #4 CRMD7000 and #4 from the course list Course List CRMD7000 #4 - Mediation And #4 from the following courses
POLS7502 #2 Principles of Deep-Seated Conflict Resolution POLS7522 #2 Resolving Deep-Seated Conflict POLS7510 #2 - Culture, Conflict and Reconciliation POLS7505 #2 - Peacebuilding
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Program Director leading to the preparation of a major report detailing the research process and findings. Students may choose to engage in research projects directly related to their workplace experience. Please note this report is conducted over two consecutive semesters. Students commencing in semester 1 enrol in POLS7121. Students commencing in semester 2 enrol in POLS7122. POLS7125 Internship (Governance and Public Policy) This is a restricted entry course and School consent must be obtained prior to enrolment. The Internship is based on a mutually agreed partnership between the student and an external organisation. The student agrees to carry out a research project on a topic/issue of direct interest to the external organisation. In return, the external organisation agrees to provide the support necessary for the project to be completed within a definite time-frame. Secondary supervision is also provided by an academic staff member from the School. Established internship partners include: the Queensland Government, the federal and Queensland parliaments, and a number of other national, government and non-government agencies. The availability of internships is limited. Applicants will be awarded places on academic merit taking into consideration their GPA and previous study history. All additional costs incurred by students undertaking this course remain the responsibility of the student. Limited funding support is available on a competitive basis to successful applicants. POLS7207 Independent Study (International Studies) POLS7207 Independent Study is a #2 unit research essay undertaken over one semester. The independent study option allows students of exceptional ability to engage in a minor research project. The course is particularly useful for postgraduate coursework students who wish to investigate a topic of interest not covered by other postgraduate courses. Students work by themselves, with guidance from a member of academic staff of the School of Political Science and International Studies. POLS7207 requires not only that the student be self-motivated and self-disciplined, but that they also determine and develop their own study project in consultation with their academic advisor. At the outset of their independent study, it is vital for students to swiftly identify and focus upon a clear research question. The semester then involves independent reading and research, regular contact between student and supervisor, and finally the preparation of a 6,000-word essay. This course can only be undertaken if the planned project is of immediate interest to a supervisor in the School. Prospective students must themselves identify and approach a potential supervisor and discuss their proposed research question; supervisors are not assigned by the School. This is a restricted entry course and requires prior approval from the relevant Postgraduate Program Director. Students interested in this course should in the first instance contact the School's Senior Administration Officer (Academic) for further advice several weeks prior to the beginning of semester. POLS7208 International Relations of the Asia- Pacific This course explores the politics, economics and international relations of the Asia Pacific region at both the intra- and inter-regional levels. Particular attention is paid to influence of historical factors and domestic politics on the construction and evolution of foreign policies, and their impact on East Asian international relations. The course examines the possibility of hegemonic competition between the US, China and Japan in the evolving regional order, and the role of ASEAN in advancing East Asian forms of regionalism. The intention of the course is to: provide an understanding of East-Asia's post-war development; understand relations with the US; and critically reflect on how East Asian affairs and politics are incorporated in the discipline of International Relations. POLS7211 International Security Examination of the emerging international security order, including patterns of conflict and the War on Terror, and detailed studies of a range of key issues affecting global and regional security. POLS7216 Evolution of the International System This course examines the main developments in the evolution of the international system from renaissance Europe to the Second World War. The modern international system will be studied through a focus on Europes encounter with the non-European world, the Peace of Westphalia, the French Revolution, the emergence of nationalism and the rise of liberalism to explore the continuities and changes evident in the sovereign state and international system POLS7220 Research Report (International Studies) POLS7220 Research Thesis is a #6 unit major research project undertaken over one semester. Students work by themselves, under the individual supervision of a member of the academic staff of the School of Political Science and International Studies. The research report allows students of exceptional ability to engage in a substantial research project. POLS7220 requires not only that students be self-motivated and self-disciplined, but that they also determine and develop their own project in consultation with their supervisor. At the outset of their research, it is vital for students to swiftly identify and focus upon a clear research question. The semester then involves independent reading and research, regular contact between student and supervisor, and the preparation of a 10,000 to 12,000-word report. This course can only be undertaken if the planned project is of immediate interest to a supervisor in the School. Prospective students must themselves identify and approach a potential supervisor and discuss their proposed research question; supervisors are not assigned by the School. This is a restricted entry course and requires prior approval from the School. Students interested in this course should in the first instance contact the School's Senior Administration Officer (Academic) for further advice several weeks prior to the beginning of semester. POLS7223 Research Report (International Studies) Part A This is a year long course. It commences in Semester 1 and completes in Semester 2 Students work by themselves, under the individual supervision of a member of the academic staff of the School of Political Science and International Studies. The research report option allows students of exceptional ability to engage in a substantial research project. POLS7223 requires not only that students be self-motivated and self-disciplined, but that they also determine and develop their own project in consultation with their supervisor. At the outset of their research, it is vital for students to swiftly identify and focus upon a clear research question. The semester then involves independent reading and research, regular contact between student and supervisor, and the preparation of a 10,000 to 12,000-word thesis. This course can only be undertaken if the planned project is of immediate interest to a supervisor in the School. Prospective students must themselves identify and approach a potential supervisor and discuss their proposed research question; supervisors are not assigned by the School. This is a restricted entry course and requires prior approval from the School. Students interested in this course should in the first instance contact the School's Senior Administration Officer (Academic) for further advice several weeks prior to the beginning of semester. POLS7224 Research Report (International Studies) Part A This is a year long course. It commences in Semester 2 and completes in Semester 1 of the following year. POLS7224 Research Thesis is a #6 unit major research project undertaken over two semesters. Students work by themselves, under the individual
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supervision of a member of the academic staff of the School of Political Science and International Studies. The research report option allows students of exceptional ability to engage in a substantial research project. POLS7224 requires not only that students be self-motivated and selfdisciplined, but that they also determine and develop their own project in consultation with their supervisor. At the outset of their research, it is vital for students to swiftly identify and focus upon a clear research question. The semester then involves independent reading and research, regular contact between student and supervisor, and the preparation of a 10,000 to 12,000-word thesis. This course can only be undertaken if the planned project is of immediate interest to a supervisor in the School. Prospective students must themselves identify and approach a potential supervisor and discuss their proposed research question; supervisors are not assigned by the School. This is a restricted entry course and requires prior approval from the School. Students interested in this course should in the first instance contact the School's Senior Administration Officer (Academic) for further advice several weeks prior to the beginning of semester. POLS7225 Foreign Policy, Diplomacy and Statecraft This course examines foreign policy and practices of diplomacy in international relations. We first examine theories of foreign policy before exploring the process of foreign policy formation, the role of different sets of actors in influencing foreign policy, key practices or sites of diplomacy and the role of ethical considerations in foreign policy. In the latter half of the course we apply these insights to a series of foreign policy case studies, and conclude with a simulation exercise associated with a hypothetical `global incident'. POLS7250 Advanced International Studies This course provides students with a broad introduction to international relations and peace studies. After engaging the main conceptual approaches, such as realism, liberalism, pacifism and critical theory, the course addresses some of the key contemporary issues, such as the role of foreign policy, international institutions, sovereignty, inequality, humanitarian challenges, conflict resolution and human rights. POLS7302 Politics of Development This course focuses on the centrality of politics in development. It examines contemporary development processes in relation to historical trends, and explores the ways in which local and global contexts are increasingly interconnected in an era of globalisation. The course introduces and engages competing approaches to development, and considers the politics and political implications of everyday lived experiences of development policy. Throughout the course, we closely examine the politics of social change, and consider the legacies of historical political change and their implications for contemporary development processes and challenges. POLS7406 Economic Analysis and Public Policy This course deals with the contributions of economic analysis to public policy and governance. The main rationale is to help students better understand how mainstream economists think and how they advise governments and other organisations involved in public policy and broader governance issues. After completing this course students should be able to more fully understand the language and major concepts of mainstream economic analysis as applied to governance and public policy. The course also engages in a critical evaluation of such contributions. POLS7502 Principles for Deep-Seated Conflict Resolution This course introduces the history and development of the conflict resolution field, theoretical underpinnings, and key approaches including distributive, integrative and transformative. Students will also gain an understanding of important conflict resolution processes and skills, and the qualities of constructive negotiators alongside their application to international, political, intractable, or otherwise challenging conflicts. Learning in the course draws on scholarship, case studies, and simulations. POLS7503 Ethics and Human Rights This course addresses key ethical dilemmas in world politics. It begins by surveying the main ethical traditions in international relations, such as cosmopolitanism, communitarianism, feminism and postcolonialism. The course then engages a range of practical issues, including human rights, international law, humanitarian intervention and poverty. Lectures and seminar discussions alternate with alternative teaching methods, including participatory learning and simulations of either a war crimes tribunal or a truth and reconciliation commission. POLS7504 Contemporary Peacekeeping This course provides an in-depth study of peace operations and contains a unique peacekeeping simulation where students take on the role of UN peacekeepers, civilian staff, and non-governmental organisations to implement a peace agreement in a fictional country. During the course, students explore the historical evolution of peacekeeping, the different types of peacekeeping and peacekeeping actors as well as a range of contemporary problems such as transitional administrations and the use of force. POLS7505 Peacebuilding Peacebuilding is an extraordinarily complex cross-cultural international venture. Moreover, it has emerged only recently as a recognised domain of policy and risen rapidly into prominence. Drawing on scholarly writing, case studies and role plays, this course examines some of the elements that make up peacebuilding and explores some of the political, ethical and practical dilemmas that characterise efforts to rebuild the society and political community of others. POLS7506 Arms Control & Disarmament Addresses the political, strategic, legal & humanitarian issues directing arms control & disarmament processes. The course examines conventional weapons (such as landmines, small arms and light weapons) and weapons of mass destruction (nuclear, biological & chemical weapons). Drawing on strategic analyses as well as on the range of international treaties, the course examines traditional and current ways of viewing these weapons, and looks especially at how the international community has sought to constrain or eliminate these. POLS7509 Gender in International Politics and Development This course examines the gendered impacts of a variety of development challenges in areas such as economic production, health, conflict, environmental resource extraction and political representation and how these are shaped by global political and economic conditions. While women's experience of the masculinist structures which regulate international politics and development are investigated, students will also consider how groups of men are made vulnerable or empowered through the privileging of particular masculine 'norms' within the international political and economic order.
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POLS7510 Culture, Conflict and Reconciliation Theories of culture, identity and difference; cultural conflict and multiculturalism; collective trauma and the politics of remembering and forgetting; different approaches to reconciliation. POLS7521 Applied Fieldwork Experience (International Studies) This is a restricted entry course and School consent must be obtained prior to enrolment. This course allows students to develop their research, analytical and communication skills while they acquire practical and professional knowledge in a workplace setting. Students are required to complete a report (4,000 words) and complete a log book (2,000 words). The course is available to MIS and MIS (Advanced) students and MDevPract and MDevPract (Advanced) students who have declared an International Political Development field of study . The internship must be negotiated in advance with the Course Coordinator. Students interested in this course should in the first instance contact the School's Student Enquiries Officer for further advice approximately eight weeks prior to the beginning of semester or date of travel (whichever is sooner). All additional costs incurred by students undertaking this course remain the responsibility of the student. Limited funding support is available on a competitive basis to successful applicants. POLS7522 Resolving Deep-Seated Conflict This course has a minimum quota of 12 enrolments. The resolution of deep-seated and international conflict poses a range of challenges for the dynamic and rapidly evolving global conflict resolution field which emerged in the second half of the twentieth century. To respond to these challenges this course critically considers the frameworks for conflict resolution from the liberal peace to development efforts and to non-Western approaches and processes. These contextual issues will be addresses alongside the design and implementation of conflict resolution process, including questions legitimacy and functions of conflict resolution interveners, planning intervention, conflict analysis, and untertaking third party roles. Learning in this course draws on scholarship, case studies, and simulations. POLS7701 Research Methods This course provides an introductory overview of approaches to social science research. It will equip students with an understanding of research design and the different research methodologies required to undertake the most common forms of qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis used in social science research.
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Principles for Deep Seated Conflict Resolution (*) POLS7503 #2 Ethics and Human Rights POLS7504 #2 Contemporary Peacekeeping POLS7505 #2 Peacebuilding POLS7506 #2 Arms Control & Disarmament POLS7509 #2 Gender in International Politics & Development POLS7510 #2 Culture, Conflict and Reconciliation POLS7521 #2 Applied Fieldwork Experience (IS) POLS7522 #2 Resolving Deep-Seated Conflict (*) POLS7701 #2 Research Methods (IS) International Studies (GPP) Governance and Public Policy (*) Workshops
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Census Date Semester 1 and last day to drop courses or cancel enrolment without Saturday 31 March financial liability Easter and Mid-Semester Break Classes resume following mid-semester break Anzac Day - Public Holiday Last day to drop Semester 1 courses or cancel enrolment without academic penalty Labour Day Public Holiday Semester 1 classes end Queens Birthday Public Holiday Semester 1 ends Semester 2 Key Dates International students due date to enrol Semester 2 classes commence Last day for addition or substitution of courses Exhibition Day Public Holiday Friday 20 July Monday 23 July Friday 03 August Wednesday 15 August Friday 6 April Sunday 15 April Monday 16 April Wednesday 25 April Monday 30 April Monday 07 May Saturday 02 June Monday 11 June Saturday 23 June
Census Date Semester 2 and last day to drop courses or cancel enrolment without Friday 31 August financial liability Mid-Semester break Last day to drop Semester 2 courses or cancel enrolment without academic penalty Classes resume following mid-semester break Semester 2 classes end Semester 2 ends Summer Semester Key Dates Due date to enrol Summer Semester 2012/2013 classes begins Last day for addition or substitution of courses Friday 09 November Monday 26 November Friday 7 December Saturday 22 September Sunday 30 September Sunday 30 September Monday 1 October Saturday 27 October Saturday 17 November
Census Date Summer Semester and last day to drop courses or cancel enrolment Tuesday 18 December without financial liability Summer semester mid semester break to be confirmed Summer semester classes recommence Sunday 23 December Tuesday 1 January Wednesday 02 January
Last day to drop Summer Semester courses or cancel enrolment without academic Friday 04 January penalty Summer Semester classes end Australia Day Proposed Public Holiday Summer Semester ends Saturday 26 January Monday 28 January Saturday 9 February
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