International Relations of the Asia Pacific

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Candidature in Diploma in Arts

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  Textbook requirements:

  Textbook information is not available until approximately 8 weeks prior to the commencement of the Teaching period.

  Students are expected to purchase prescribed material.

  Textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.

Are you curious about international relations in the Asia Pacific region? This subject enables you to study the region in a wide variety of contexts. In Module 1, you will examine the region in a historic context and explore various theoretical approaches. Module 2 leads you through the key players in the region, including China, Japan, Taiwan, North Korea, South Korea, Southeast Asian states, US, Australia and New Zealand. You will also examine traditional security concerns, such as North Korea nuclear issues and the territorial disputes about the East and South China Sea. In Module 3, you will develop your understanding of non-traditional security issues in the Asia Pacific by examining the rise of nationalism and national identity, as well as recent developments of Indigenous rights and human security in the region. Throughout, you will hone your critical thinking, communication and analytical skills.

Assessment 1 Online Quiz: 1000 words. Relates to Learning Outcomes 1-2 Assessment 2 Online Quiz: 1500 words. Relates to Learning Outcomes 1-3 Assessment 3 Essay: 2000 words. Relates to Learning Outcomes 1-5

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• Online Quiz (30%)

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