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Cyberpolitics in International Relations (POLS90065)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Dual-Delivery (Parkville)
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Semester 1
Overview
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This subject will introduce students to the politics of cyberspace in International Relations. It will outline both traditional and critical theoretical approaches for understanding how cyberspace is, or is not, challenging established patterns and norms of international politics. It will introduce students to the diverse issue areas covered by cyber and digital politics, including cyberwar and cyberespionage, cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection, the politics of digital human rights, the relationship between cyberspace and sovereignty, and a range of other dimensions of cyber in IR. Combining their theoretical and empirical learning, students will gain a stronger grasp on some of the core dynamics shaping contemporary world order.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- gain knowledge of the different theoretical approaches to understanding cyberpolitics in International Relations, evaluating these approaches comparatively;
- understanding the impact of cyberspace on different facets of the international system;
- gain an empirical understanding of the different facets of cyberpolitics, including cyberwar, cybersecurity, digital human rights, and so forth;
- learn how to structure and present an argument in both oral and written communication; the appropriate use of evidence to support an argument; the development of research skills.
Generic skills
- demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills; and
- demonstrate the ability to craft a logical, well-structured, and empirically support argument; and
- demonstrate the ability to critically examine theoretical concepts and how concepts are employed in concrete analysis; and
- illustrate the ability to employ theoretical concepts in empirical analysis in their own work.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Corequisites
Non-allowed subjects
Recommended background knowledge
Knowledge of International Relations Theory
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: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Review Essay
| Mid semester | 30% |
Research Essay
| During the examination period | 70% |
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 |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Simon Pratt Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours Total of 24 hours: A 2-hour Seminar per week for 12 weeks of the semester Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 27 February 2023 to 28 May 2023 Last self-enrol date 10 March 2023 Census date 31 March 2023 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 May 2023 Assessment period ends 23 June 2023 Semester 1 contact information
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Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
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Type Name Course Master of International Relations - 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.
- 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: 31 January 2024