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POIR8320 – Europe and the World
2021 – Session 2, Infrequent attendance, North Ryde
Session 2 Learning and Teaching Update
The decision has been made to conduct study online for the remainder of Session 2 for all units WITHOUT mandatory on-campus learning activities. Exams for Session 2 will also be online where possible to do so.
This is due to the extension of the lockdown orders and to provide certainty around arrangements for the remainder of Session 2. We hope to return to campus beyond Session 2 as soon as it is safe and appropriate to do so.
Some classes/teaching activities cannot be moved online and must be taught on campus. You should already know if you are in one of these classes/teaching activities and your unit convenor will provide you with more information via iLearn. If you want to confirm, see the list of units with mandatory on-campus classes/teaching activities.
Visit the MQ COVID-19 information page for more detail.
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Steve Wood
Conor Keane
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to MIntRel or PGDipIntRel or MIntCommMIntRel or MIntBusMIntRel or MIntRelMIntTrdeComLaw or MTransInterMIntRel or GradCertIntRel or GradDipIntRel or MIntBus or MSecStrategicStud or MCrim or MIntell MSecStrategicStudMCrim or MSecStrategicStudMIntell or MSecStrategicStudMCyberSec or MSecStrategicStudMCTerrorism or MIntellMCrim or MIntellMCyberSec or MIntellMCTerrorism or MCTerrorismMCrim or MCTerrorism or MIntPubDip or MPPP or MPPPMIntRel
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit is for students interested in Europe and the European Union (EU). The unit incorporates historical background, theoretical perspectives on integration, analysis of member states and institutions, and examination of issues and themes such as EU enlargement, the ‘Euro Crisis’, the refugee/migrant crisis, energy and environmental challenges, Brexit, European and national identities, and relations with external actors, including Russia and the USA. Reading, thinking and scholarly engagement are required. At Masters (MIR) level, a high standard of research, analysis, referencing, organization and presentation is expected. The unit aims to enhance these skills and enable a critical understanding of Europe and the EU in the world. There are opportunities for more intensive inquiry in topics selected by students themselves. |
Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Demonstrate advanced knowledge and critical understanding of Europe, the EU, and its member states
- ULO2: apply developed capacities for research and analysis
- ULO3: apply enhanced verbal presentation and debating skills
- ULO4: demonstrate special expertise in selected essay and presentation topics
General Assessment Information
Late Assessment Submission Penalty
Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, (a) a penalty for lateness will apply – 10 marks out of 100 credit will be deducted per day for assignments submitted after the due date – and (b) no assignment will be accepted seven days (incl. weekends) after the original submission deadline.
Notice on Plagiarism, Fabrication, Purchasing Essays, and other dishonest practice – read this very carefully and take note
Plagiarism and other forms of dishonest academic practice are more trouble than they are worth. They are unscholarly, unethical, unfair, and illegal. It will waste your tutor’s and convenor’s time and ultimately your own. You will achieve far better outcomes by avoiding it. Do not do it. There are no excuses whatsoever. Plagiarism will result in a zero (0) for the assignment it occurred in. If you plagiarise do not claim after the fact that you did not understand what it was. More info at:
https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/glossary/terms/plagiarism
https://policies.mq.edu.au/document/view.php?id=3
https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/glossary/terms/deception
We are aware that a large majority of students conduct their studies and submit their assessment items in accordance with academic requirements and conventions. The message above is not directed at these much appreciated hard-working students. It is directed at a significant minority of people who do not conduct their studies in accordance with academic requirements and who cheat against their fellow students. A minority of this kind recurs every semester in almost every unit. This notice is an attempt to pre-empt any form of dishonest academic practice and save everyone a lot of trouble.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exam | 30% | No | During Examination Period |
| Participation | 10% | No | ongoing |
| Essay #1 1500 words | 20% | No | 16:00, 7 September, 2021 |
| Research Essay | 40% | No | 16:00, 1 November, 2021 |
Exam
Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 31 hours
Due: During Examination Period
Weighting: 30%
Invigilated exam on campus or at an approved centre
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge and critical understanding of Europe, the EU, and its member states
- apply developed capacities for research and analysis
- demonstrate special expertise in selected essay and presentation topics
Participation
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 19.5 hours
Due: ongoing
Weighting: 10%
Weekly participation (for on campus offering or online offering)
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge and critical understanding of Europe, the EU, and its member states
- apply developed capacities for research and analysis
- apply enhanced verbal presentation and debating skills
- demonstrate special expertise in selected essay and presentation topics
Essay #1 1500 words
Assessment Type 1: Essay
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20.5 hours
Due: 16:00, 7 September, 2021
Weighting: 20%
short essay for external students; topic selected from prescribed range of options
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge and critical understanding of Europe, the EU, and its member states
- apply developed capacities for research and analysis
- demonstrate special expertise in selected essay and presentation topics
Research Essay
Assessment Type 1: Essay
Indicative Time on Task 2: 40 hours
Due: 16:00, 1 November, 2021
Weighting: 40%
Research Essay 3000 words
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge and critical understanding of Europe, the EU, and its member states
- apply developed capacities for research and analysis
- demonstrate special expertise in selected essay and presentation topics
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
1 Lecture per week (approx. 75-85 minutes). Audio and power points slides accessible via Echo. No on campus lectures is a decision of University management and not unit staff.
1 or 2 seminars per week depending on student numbers. If there is only 1 seminar it has to be a Zoom delivery. This is a decision of University management.
As far as the convenor is aware, 'infrequent attendance' students do not have to participate in a weekly Zoom seminar. They are what was previously termed 'external' students. For these students, participation is via the iLearn discussion board.
Discussion board and other information resources including lecture slides will be available on the unit iLearn site.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy
Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Student Support
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
Learning Skills
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to help you improve your marks and take control of your study.
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
Student Services and Support
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
Student Enquiries
For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au
If you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
IT Help
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
Unit information based on version 2021.03 of the Handbook