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Campaigns and Elections (POLS30032)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
Overview
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Elections lie at the heart of democracy. This subject examines why elections matter and how they feature in democratic theory and practice. Topics include electoral administration, voting systems and voter turnout, the role of political parties, the financing of campaigns and how elections are reported in the media. Students will also explore campaign strategy including case studies of famous and important election campaigns in Australia, the US and the UK.
Intended learning outcomes
Students who complete this subject should be able to:
- Develop a critical understanding of the political institutions and processes involved in elections and election campaigns
- Demonstrate an understanding of the key actors, policies, laws, issues and interests that shape election outcomes and the political, cultural and socio-economic contexts in which they operate
- Critically analyse the relationship between the media and election processes, and in doing so, apply concepts and theories that underpin those relationships
- Demonstrate an understanding of the scholarship that informs how election communication operates across various political and public contexts.
Last updated: 15 January 2025