Overview
The unit explores the 'underside' of Asian societies, enabling a more complete understanding of the political and social tensions in the countries of northeast and Southeast Asia. It addresses such topics as corruption, environmental damage, gendered and ethnic violence, political resistance, religious extremist groups and organised crime. By focussing on … For more content click the Read More button below.
Offerings
S1-01-CLAYTON-FLEXIBLE
Rules
Enrolment Rule
Contacts
Chief Examiner(s)
Associate Professor Beatrice Trefalt
Unit Coordinator(s)
Associate Professor Beatrice Trefalt
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.
identify crucial and relevant elements of a range of Asian societies;
2.
comprehend key discourses relating to crime, violence and protest in the Asian region;
3.
reflect on the ways in which complex issues are represented in different research disciplines;
4.
read secondary sources critically and confidently, using available technologies as required;
5.
express yourself clearly orally and in writing, using available technologies as required.
Teaching approach
Active learning
Assessment summary
Within semester assessment: 100%
Assessment
1 - Analytical exercise
2 - Portfolio
3 - Essay
4 - Oral test/assessment
Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities
Lectures
Workshops
Workload requirements
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Learning resources
Required resources
Availability in areas of study
Chinese studies
Indonesian studies
International studies
Japanese studies
Korean studies
Global Asia
Indonesian studies
International studies
Japanese studies
Korean studies
Global Asia