Australia in the Asian Century

Course aim

To enhance students' knowledge of  the policy and discourse surrounding the Asian Century in Australia. To develop a critical understanding of major events and themes in Australia's involvement with Asia in the 19th and 20th Centuries, and consider the implications for contemporary relations between Australia and Asia. To investigate dynamics in social, political and economic relations within Asia and with Australia, including the rise of China and consider the likely impact of the Asian Century for Australia now and in the future.

Course content

Students will build on existing skills to develop a critical understanding of Australia's relations with Asia since 1800, with a focus on Australia's relations with Japan in the 20th century and with China since 1980. Students investigate the contemporary geographic, linguistic & cultural profile of Asia, & contemporary issues in the region, with a focus on four key case studies; Australia's relations with China, Japan, India, and Indonesia. Students evaluate the political narrative surrounding the Asia Century and the White Paper, and the concept of Asia literacy in Australian education They explain the implications of dynamics in Asian engagement in Australia today, in areas such as migration, education, tourism and investment.  

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Completion of any first year course from the History and Global Politics major within the Bachelor of Arts, or by approval from the Program Director. Completion of any first year course from previous major/sub-major offerings of History and Cultural Studies or International Relations.

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Major essay, Online presentation, Presentation

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
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