Although Burma/Myanmar has long been overlooked as a dedicated subject of study, the country’s complex history and dynamic cultures merit an interdisciplinary approach. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the history, ecology, culture, and contemporary politics of Burma. The first part of the course introduces the ecological, religious and cultural foundations of the country, followed by its colonial and post-colonial history. The second part examines a range of contemporary issues such as military rule, conflict and ethnic insurgency, refugees and human rights, gender and sexuality, the drugs trade, popular culture, and debates around international pressure for change.?
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Develop a critical analysis of historical transitions in Burma/Myanmar.
- Integrate understandings of majority and minority ethnic nationality cultures within the broader notions of nation and nationalism.
- Articulate how an interdisciplinary approach to a country study differs from other ways to learn.
- Utilise research methodologies and critical inquiry for a short original research project.
- Demonstrate collaborative learning skills in group discussions
Other Information
This is a co-taught course. Any cap on enrolments in one course applies to both courses combined.
Indicative Assessment
- Participation (10) [LO 1,5]
- Reading Presentations (5% each x 2) (10) [LO 1,5]
- Short Essay 1 (1,200 words) (20) [LO 1,2]
- Short Essay 2 (1,200 words) (20) [LO 1,2,3]
- Independent Research Paper (2,400 words) (40) [LO 4]
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Workload
The total workload for the subject is 130 hours over 12 weeks of class and the examination period.
Students can expect to spend 11 hours on this course per week, inclusive of lectures, tutorial and independent study.
Requisite and Incompatibility
Prescribed Texts
A reading list to be provided in the course outline.
Assumed Knowledge
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 |
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