The re-emergence of China as a great power has raised important questions relating to its role in international politics and the likely consequences for world order. This course will critically assess the theoretical and conceptual debates surrounding China’s rise, as well as the ways in which China’s historical legacy has shaped its worldview, foreign policy and evolving global engagement. Particular attention will be given to four main areas: (1) key theoretical and conceptual approaches to interpret China’s rise, as well as the connections between China’s history and contemporary debates on its foreign policy; (2) the main drivers of China’s global engagement; (3) China’s evolving relations around the world; (4) and the processes of competition, contestation and cooperation in key areas of global governance. The course aims to provide students with the ability to navigate theoretical and conceptual debates, and gain nuanced insights into the complexities of China's evolving global engagement.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

1. Critically analyse key theoretical and conceptual frameworks on China's rise
2. Assess key debates on Chinese foreign and security policy in the scholarly literature and critically evaluate the key factors influencing China's global engagement
3. Apply historical and conceptual knowledge of Chinese foreign policy to analyse China's contemporary international relations
4. Develop strong written and oral skills for discussing and analysing Chinese foreign policy
5. Conduct independent research and write cogent analytical essays

Recommended Resources

1. David Shambaugh (ed.) 2020. China and the World (Oxford University Press).
2. Susan Shirk 2022. Overreach: How China Derailed its Peaceful Rise (Oxford University Press).
3. Shaun Breslin (ed.) 2010. Handbook of China’s International Relations (Routledge).

Staff Feedback

Students will be given feedback in the following forms in this course:

• Written comments
• Verbal comments
• Feedback to the whole class, to groups, to individuals

Student Feedback

ANU is committed to the demonstration of educational excellence and regularly seeks feedback from students. Students are encouraged to offer feedback directly to their Course Convener or through their College and Course representatives (if applicable). The feedback given in these surveys is anonymous and provides the Colleges, University Education Committee and Academic Board with opportunities to recognise excellent teaching, and opportunities for improvement. The Surveys and Evaluation website provides more information on student surveys at ANU and reports on the feedback provided on ANU courses.

Class Schedule

Week/Session	Summary of Activities	Assessment
1	Introduction: Theorising China’s Rise
2	The Role and Importance of History
3	An ‘Assertive Turn’ in China’s Approach to Global Order? (I)
4	An ‘Assertive Turn’ in China’s Approach to Global Order? (II)
5	National Interests and Nationalism	Essay Outline
6	Power, Identity and Status
7	US-China Relations
8	China and East Asia
9	China and the Global South
10	Sovereignty and Intervention
11	Climate Change	Research Essay
12	Nuclear Non-Proliferation

Assessment Summary

Assessment task	Value	Learning Outcomes
Essay Outline	10 %	1,2,3
Seminar Presentation and Leading of Discussion	20 %	1,2,3,4
Research Essay	40 %	1,2,3,4,5
Take-Home Exam	30 %	1,2,3,4,5

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Policies

ANU has educational policies, procedures and guidelines, which are designed to ensure that staff and students are aware of the University’s academic standards, and implement them. Students are expected to have read the Academic Misconduct Rule before the commencement of their course. Other key policies and guidelines include:

• Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure
• Special Assessment Consideration Policy and General Information
• Student Surveys and Evaluations
• Deferred Examinations
• Student Complaint Resolution Policy and Procedure

Assessment Requirements

The ANU is using 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. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website Students may choose not to submit assessment items through Turnitin. In this instance you will be required to submit, alongside the assessment item itself, hard copies of all references included in the assessment item.

Moderation of Assessment

Marks that are allocated during Semester are to be considered provisional until formalised by the College examiners meeting at the end of each Semester. If appropriate, some moderation of marks might be applied prior to final results being released.

Assessment Task 1

Essay Outline

Write a 500 word essay outline for your research essay. This scaffolding assessment and feedback is designed to help students plan ahead and move forward with their research essays. Further details on expectations and structure will be outlined in class.

Assessment Task 2

Seminar Presentation and Leading of Discussion

In small groups, students will present in-class on the assigned presentation question for the week. As a rule of thumb, each student should speak for approximately 6-8 minutes, but must come together to form a coherent group presentation. After the presentation, the group will also lead the seminar discussion for 20 minutes. This will entail:

• Preparing for Q&A from fellow students and the course convenor; defend/promote argument
• Leading seminar discussion. The format is flexible: e.g. the group could organise a debate; prepare 1-2 questions for small group discussions; conduct an online quiz etc.

Seminar presentations will only start in week 4. Your presentation and research essay must be on different topics. For assessment purposes, the group must submit their PowerPoint or handout by email to the course convenor after the presentation.

The group will be assessed according to the following criteria:

Content

• Argument, analysis and originality
• Use of examples, theories and further reading
• Structure and clarity

Presentation Skills

• Clarity and coherence
• Hand-out/visual aids (PPT)

Leading of Seminar Discussion

• Handling of Q&A and defending/promoting your argument
• Ability to lead a quality discussion

Assessment Task 3

Research Essay

Write a 2,500 word research essay. Your presentation and research essay must be on different topics.

Assessment Task 4

Take-Home Exam

A 1,500 word Take-Home Exam. Further details will be outlined in class.

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a core part of our culture as a community of scholars. At its heart, academic integrity is about behaving ethically. This means that all members of the community commit to honest and responsible scholarly practice and to upholding these values with respect and fairness. The Australian National University commits to embedding the values of academic integrity in our teaching and learning. We ensure that all members of our community understand how to engage in academic work in ways that are consistent with, and actively support academic integrity. The ANU expects staff and students to uphold high standards of academic integrity and act ethically and honestly, to ensure the quality and value of the qualification that you will graduate with. The University has policies and procedures in place to promote academic integrity and manage academic misconduct. Visit the following Academic honesty & plagiarism website for more information about academic integrity and what the ANU considers academic misconduct. The ANU offers a number of services to assist students with their assignments, examinations, and other learning activities. The Academic Skills and Learning Centre offers a number of workshops and seminars that you may find useful for your studies.

Online Submission

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.

Hardcopy Submission

For some forms of assessment (hand written assignments, art works, laboratory notes, etc.) hard copy submission is appropriate when approved by the Associate Dean (Education). Hard copy submissions must utilise the Assignment Cover Sheet. Please keep a copy of tasks completed for your records.

Late Submission

Individual assessment tasks may or may not allow for late submission. Policy regarding late submission is detailed below:

Late submission not permitted. If submission of assessment tasks without an extension after the due date is not permitted, a mark of 0 will be awarded.

Late submission permitted. Late submission of assessment tasks without an extension are penalised at the rate of 5% of the possible marks available per working day or part thereof. Late submission of assessment tasks is not accepted after 10 working days after the due date, or on or after the date specified in the course outline for the return of the assessment item. Late submission is not accepted for take-home examinations.

Referencing Requirements

Accepted academic practice for referencing sources that you use in presentations can be found via the links on the Wattle site, under the file named “ANU and College Policies, Program Information, Student Support Services and Assessment”. Alternatively, you can seek help through the Students Learning Development website.

Extensions and Penalties

Extensions and late submission of assessment pieces are covered by the Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure The Course Convener may grant extensions for assessment pieces that are not examinations or take-home examinations. If you need an extension, you must request an extension in writing on or before the due date. If you have documented and appropriate medical evidence that demonstrates you were not able to request an extension on or before the due date, you may be able to request it after the due date.

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The ANU has made a number of third party, online, databases available for students to use. Use of each online database is conditional on student end users first agreeing to the database licensor’s terms of service and/or privacy policy. Students should read these carefully. In some cases student end users will be required to register an account with the database licensor and submit personal information, including their: first name; last name; ANU email address; and other information. In cases where student end users are asked to submit ‘content’ to a database, such as an assignment or short answers, the database licensor may only use the student’s ‘content’ in accordance with the terms of service — including any (copyright) licence the student grants to the database licensor. Any personal information or content a student submits may be stored by the licensor, potentially offshore, and will be used to process the database service in accordance with the licensors terms of service and/or privacy policy. If any student chooses not to agree to the database licensor’s terms of service or privacy policy, the student will not be able to access and use the database. In these circumstances students should contact their lecturer to enquire about alternative arrangements that are available.

Distribution of grades policy

Academic Quality Assurance Committee monitors the performance of students, including attrition, further study and employment rates and grade distribution, and College reports on quality assurance processes for assessment activities, including alignment with national and international disciplinary and interdisciplinary standards, as well as qualification type learning outcomes. Since first semester 1994, ANU uses a grading scale for all courses. This grading scale is used by all academic areas of the University.

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• ANU Health, safety & wellbeing for medical services, counselling, mental health and spiritual support
• ANU Diversity and inclusion for students with a disability or ongoing or chronic illness
• ANU Dean of Students for confidential, impartial advice and help to resolve problems between students and the academic or administrative areas of the University
• ANU Academic Skills and Learning Centre supports you make your own decisions about how you learn and manage your workload.
• ANU Counselling Centre promotes, supports and enhances mental health and wellbeing within the University student community.
• ANUSA supports and represents undergraduate and ANU College students
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