This course is offered 22, 29 August, 2, 19 September , 10 and 17 October 2016
Energy is a potent and dynamic area of public policy. It fuels our homes, workplaces, industries, economies, and transport systems. At the same time, governments face crucial public policy problems in responding to climate change. Governments are also increasingly supporting the energy transition through the tools of green industry policy, seeking to promote job creation, economic growth, and competitiveness in key industries such as wind power, solar photovoltaics, transport, and hydrogen.
In this course we consider the role of public policy in supporting the low carbon energy transition. We examine historical development patterns of low carbon energy technologies, how national innovation systems work, what policy instruments can be used in supporting innovation and industry formation, and how these issues shape international competitiveness of domestic industries for low carbon energy technologies. We look at the challenges facing energy transitions in Australia, but also across the world, particularly China, India, and other countries. We will consider how political factors shape energy transitions. Finally, we will look ahead and discuss how the dynamics of energy transitions worldwide, and global competition in innovation and industrial performance, are changing. Students will engage with scholars and practitioners working on energy issues in an interactive and group-based learning environment.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of global patterns of innovation and technology deployment in support of low carbon energy transitions
- Critically analyse the low carbon energy transitions occurring in Australia and elsewhere
- Communicate ideas and analysis in scholarly and policy-focused engagement with the subject matter
- Demonstrate an understanding of governance approaches to supporting the low carbon energy transition.
Indicative Assessment
- Participation (10) [LO 1,2,3,4]
- Literature Review (1500 words) (30) [LO 2,3]
- Research Essay (3500 words) (50) [LO 1,2,3,4]
- Presentation of the Essay (10 - 15 mins) (10) [LO 2,3]
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Workload
90 minutes of lecture (online delivery with mix of live and prerecords) plus 90 minutes workshop (choice of online or face-to-face) per week. Standard total workload is 130 hours including in-class time and independent study.
Inherent Requirements
Not applicable
Prescribed Texts
A list of readings will be provided in lieu of a prescribed text. Readings will be drawn from a mix of academic journal articles, and reports and data from government and international organisations.
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.
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| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $4680 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $6720 |
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Second Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| On Campus | ||||||
| 8949 | 21 Jul 2025 | 28 Jul 2025 | 31 Aug 2025 | 24 Oct 2025 | In Person | N/A |
| Online | ||||||
| 8950 | 21 Jul 2025 | 28 Jul 2025 | 31 Aug 2025 | 24 Oct 2025 | Online | N/A |