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Cyberpolitics in International Relations (POLS90065)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (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
- Demonstrate the ability to craft a logical, well-structured, and empirically support argument
- Demonstrate the ability to critically examine theoretical concepts and how concepts are employed in concrete analysis
- Illustrate the ability to employ theoretical concepts in empirical analysis in their own work.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
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: 1. Attendance hurdle requirement: This subject has a minimum requirement of 80% attendance at tutorials, seminars, or workshops. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Hurdle requirement: 2. Late Penalty and Assessment hurdle requirement: Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at five per cent (5%) of the possible marks available for the assessment task per day or part thereof. All pieces of assessment must be submitted to pass the subject. Each submitted assessment must be complete, constitute a genuine attempt to address the requirements of the task and will not be accepted after 20 University business days from the original assessment due date without written approval. | Throughout the semester | N/A |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Simon Pratt Mode of delivery On Campus (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 26 February 2024 to 26 May 2024 Last self-enrol date 8 March 2024 Census date 3 April 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 3 May 2024 Assessment period ends 21 June 2024 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