This course surveys the rise of China and its implications for regional and global security. The course critically examines the theory and practice of China's international relations, as well as explores the ways in which China's historical legacy has shaped its worldview and foreign policy. Drawing on key concepts of power, legitimacy, national identity and international status, the course examines China's evolving global role, with a particular emphasis on key relationships and security challenges in the Asia-Pacific. The course aims to provide students with the ability to navigate theoretical and conceptual debates, and gain nuanced insights into the complexities surrounding China's global role in the 21st century.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the evolution of China’s foreign relations and security polices;
- Assess key debates on Chinese foreign and security policy in the scholarly literature;
- Critically evaluate the key drivers of Chinese foreign policy behaviour in the Asia Pacific;
- Apply historical and conceptual knowledge to China's contemporary international relations and key security challenges;
- Develop strong arguments in their written and oral work (through written assessments, in-class discussions and tutorial-based activities).
Indicative Assessment
- Tutorial participation (10) [LO 1,2,3,4,5]
- Mid semester quiz (20) [LO 1,2,3,4,5]
- Research Essay (2,500 words) (40) [LO 1,2,3,4,5]
- Examination (30) [LO 1,2,3,4,5]
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Workload
This course comprises some 130 hours of activity over 12 weeks, including some 24 hours of lectures or an equivalent activity and some 11 hours of tutorials or equivalent activity. The course comprises a maximum of 6k words of assessment or the equivalent. Please note this is a general guide, averaged over the semester and the final hours ultimately depend on the individual's ability in reading and writing.
Requisite and Incompatibility
Prescribed Texts
To be advised.
Majors
Minors
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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