Asia is home to a diverse range of political, security and diplomatic environments.  It contains communist states, military-based authoritarian regimes, semi-democracies, fully democratic systems, Islamic states and constitutional monarchies.  The relationship between these states and the broader international community is complex and subject to rapid change.  The emergence of terrorism has, for example, had a major impact on both domestic and international dynamics, particularly within Southeast Asia.  This course will investigate key themes in Asian politics and international affairs.  ANU is major centre of study on Asia and the specific topics offered in this course will draw on the recent research interests of the university?s academic staff.

Topics for choice in each coming year will be published through normal mechanisms in the preceding August.

Research Essay (4000 words)(40%), Seminar Paper (1000 words)(15%), Seminar Participation (15%), Examination (30%)

Consent of Program Academic Advisor or delegate.