ASIA2046 Japan and the World: Ideas in International Relations
Later Year Course
| Offered By | School of Culture, History and Language |
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| Academic Career | Undergraduate |
| Course Subject | Asian Studies |
| Offered in | ASIA2046 will not be offered in 2010 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description |
The course introduces key theoretical concepts in international relations that can be used to explain and understand Japan's contemporary foreign policy. Issues to be examined include the effect of domestic political and social change in Japan on foreign policy; the future of the US-Japan security alliance; the changing role of the Self-Defense Forces; Overseas Development Assistance in Asia; the growing importance of public diplomacy; and how Japan handles historical issues with its neighbours. |
| Indicative Assessment |
Tutorial attendance and participation (20%), Essay (40%), Final exam or second essay (40%). |
| Workload |
32 contact hours (conducted in seminar format) |
| Areas of Interest | Non Language Asian Studies |
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Assumed Knowledge and Required Skills |
A knowledge of either modern Japanese history or international politics. Prior completion of any of ASIA2009, ASIA2029 or ASIA2031 is advisable. |
| Requisite Statement |
6 university courses (36 units). |
| Majors/Specialisations | Cognitive Major (Asian Politics and International Relations), Cognitive Major (Contemporary Asian Societies), Cognitive Major (Security Studies), Northeast Asian Studies, and Japanese Studies |
| Academic Contact | Matthew Linley |
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