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Asian Century: Meaning and Impact (ASIA10002)

Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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Overview

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The emergence of Asia as a global economic force has instigated the discourse of the ‘Asian Century’ in international media and policy papers. This subject will examine to what extent this discourse is in line with developments in the real world, in whose interests the discourse is being used, and what its impact has been both inside and outside Asia. The subject will address the regions, issues and groups and individuals that are being included in the ‘Asian Century’ as well the people and problems that have generally been left out. Topics that are covered include politics, business, culture, society, class, gender, the media, migration and international relations.

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a broad knowledge of traditions, ideologies and contemporary developments in the Asian region
  • Acquire the ability to use interdisciplinary frameworks to engage critically with key issues in contemporary Asia
  • Develop foundational research skills in the analysis of critical issues in the Asian region
  • Gain the ability to set goals and manage time and priorities and work effectively both independently and in groups.

Last updated: 1 December 2023

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None

Non-allowed subjects

None

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: 1 December 2023

Assessment

DescriptionTimingPercentage

Essay

  • 1500 words
Mid semester30%

Essay

  • 2000 words
During the examination period50%

Tutorial Presentation

  • 500 words (equivalent)
Throughout the semester20%
Hurdle requirement: 1. Attendance hurdle requirement: This subject has a minimum requirement of 80% attendance of all classes. Throughout the teaching periodN/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. (Some assessment tasks may be treated differently and these will be highlighted by the Subject Coordinator in the LMS). 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 semesterN/A

Last updated: 1 December 2023

Dates & times

  • Semester 2
    Principal coordinatorAkihiro Ogawa
    Mode of deliveryOn Campus (Parkville)
    Contact hoursA total of 30 hours - 1.5 hour lecture and 1 hour tutorial per week
    Total time commitment170 hours
    Teaching period22 July 2024 to 20 October 2024
    Last self-enrol date 2 August 2024
    Census date 2 September 2024
    Last date to withdraw without fail20 September 2024
    Assessment period ends15 November 2024

    Semester 2 contact information

    akihiro.ogawa@unimelb.edu.au

Time commitment details

170 hours

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Last updated: 1 December 2023

Further information

Last updated: 1 December 2023