This course is an introduction to Asia and the Pacific: regions of extraordinary natural and cultural diversity. We will explore some of the major forces and dynamics shaping the region, and how these are experienced across national and local contexts. We begin by asking what it means to study Asia and the Pacific, developing our own approach throughout the semester. We examine people's interactions with their environment and the changes to urban and agrarian landscapes and livelihoods, before investigating the dynamics of power and resistance, processes of nation-making and contemporary political forms. The course will encompass both discussion of big questions around these themes, as well as case studies presented by some of the most distinguished ANU experts on Asia and the Pacific. Students will have the opportunity to engage with Indigenous knowledges.
Asia and the Pacific: Power, diversity and change is one of two required foundational courses for the Bachelor of Asian Studies degree. It is also highly suitable for students from other programs who would like to build their understanding of Asia and the Pacific region, or to understand global forces through an Asian and Pacific perspective.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental issues and themes relevant to Asia and the Pacific
- Evaluate different theoretical and methodological perspectives for analysing Asia and the Pacific
- Articulate their own approach to knowledge of Asia and the Pacific
- Demonstrate core research skills, including critical reading of scholarly texts, university-level writing and academic presentation.
Indicative Assessment
- Workbook (40) [LO 1,2,3]
- Essay (30) [LO 1,2,4]
- Podcast (group activity) (20) [LO 2,3,4]
- Tutorial Participation (10) [LO 3]
The ANU uses Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. While the use of Turnitin is not mandatory, the ANU highly recommends Turnitin is used by both teaching staff and students. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website.
Workload
This course requires a total of 130 hours commitment, including of independent study.
Inherent Requirements
Not applicable
Prescribed Texts
There is no single prescribed text for this course. Readings will be provided from various sources and made available on Wattle.
Preliminary Reading
Readings for this course will be from a variety of sources, and will include introductory texts to the Asia and Pacific region from the perspectives of a wide range of disciplines.Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
Commonwealth Support (CSP) Students
If you have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). More information about your student contribution amount for each course at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 14
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are a domestic graduate coursework student with a Domestic Tuition Fee (DTF) place or international student you will be required to pay course tuition fees (see below). Course tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2024 | $4080 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2024 | $5280 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
ANU utilises MyTimetable to enable students to view the timetable for their enrolled courses, browse, then self-allocate to small teaching activities / tutorials so they can better plan their time. Find out more on the Timetable webpage.
Class summaries, if available, can be accessed by clicking on the View link for the relevant class number.
First Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3686 | 19 Feb 2024 | 26 Feb 2024 | 05 Apr 2024 | 24 May 2024 | In Person | View |
Winter Session
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6645 | 01 Jul 2024 | TBA | TBA | 30 Sep 2024 | In Person | N/A |
Second Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9379 | 22 Jul 2024 | 29 Jul 2024 | 31 Aug 2024 | 25 Oct 2024 | In Person | View |