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Trade Policy Politics & Governance (POLS90012)
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Overview
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This subject examines the politics and governance of international trade. It explores the domestic and international dimensions of trade policy-making and the growing complexity of the "trade agenda" in national and international politics. It examines theories of trade and protection and theories of trade policy-making. It examines the evolution of the multilateral trade system since World War Two and the contemporary and future challenges that confront the system. The subject examines some of the perennial problems in the governance of the global trade system, as well as new issues and concerns, such as trade and the environment, trade and development, and agenda-setting and decision-making in the WTO. Finally, the subject explores the emergence of regional trade blocs and "free trade agreements" and their consequences for the multilateral trade system.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject students should:
- have developed an understanding of the international trade system and its key institutions;
- have developed an understanding of how trade policy is developed, and the impact of trade politics on the policy process;
- be able to explain some of the key problems in contemporary trade policy.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject students should:
- apply research skills and critical methods;
- develop persuasive arguments;
- communicate oral and written arguments and ideas effectively.
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Corequisites
Non-allowed subjects
Recommended background knowledge
Politics and International Studies at Undergraduate level
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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A Policy Brief
| Week 6 | 30% |
Group presentation
| Throughout the semester | 20% |
Research essay
| During the examination period | 50% |
Hurdle requirement: Students are required to attend a minimum of 80% of classes in order to pass this subject and regular class participation is expected. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Additional details
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Dates & times
Not available in 2023
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
Readings will be provided online through the subject's LMS site prior to the commencement of semester.
Recommended texts and other resources
World Trade Organisation, Understanding the WTO (2011)
Bernard M Hoekman and Michel M Kostecki, The Political Economy of the World Trading System, 3rd ed. (Oxford University Press, 2010).
Michael Trebilcock, Robert Howse, and Antonia Eliason, The Regulation of International Trade, 4th ed. (Routledge, 2013).
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Development Studies Course Executive Master of Arts Course Master of International Relations Course Master of International Journalism Course Master of Journalism Specialisation (formal) Public Policy and Management Specialisation (formal) Politics and International Studies Specialisation (formal) Politics and International Studies Specialisation (formal) Public Policy and Management Specialisation (formal) Politics and International Studies - Links to additional information
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Subject coordinator approval required
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 10 November 2023