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POIR8070 – International Relations Practice
2021 – Session 1, Attendance for exam only, Other
Notice
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General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Steve Wood
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
(POIR8410 or IRPG841) and (admission to MIntRel or MIntCommMIntRel or MIntBusMIntRel or MTransInterMIntRel 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 draws on knowledge from across the International Relations program, requiring candidates to apply their earlier learning to urgent and/or controversial themes in international relations - i.e. international political problems. Assessment components include a participatory exercise (a simulation that involves role playing), an essay, and an end of semester exam. This holistic and balanced range of tasks enables students to acquire (i) some specialist and general theoretical knowledge; (ii) to develop and apply negotiation, communication and practical problem solving abilities; iii) enhance research and writing skills. |
Important Academic Dates
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Identify and articulate views on a contemporary political issue in verbal and written format
- ULO2: demonstrate insight into some concepts, ideas and practice in world politics
- ULO3: explain relationships between elements of domestic and international politics including institutions, historical influences and current context
- ULO4: understand and apply diplomatic skills in a practical scenario
General Assessment Information
Late Submission Penalty
“Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, (a) a penalty for lateness will apply – two (2) marks out of 100 will be deducted per day for assignments submitted after the due date – and (b) no assignment will be accepted more than seven (7) days (incl. weekends) after the original submission deadline. No late submissions will be accepted for timed assessments – e.g. quizzes and the take-home exam unless prior arrangements have been made via email with the unit convenor.”
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Examination | 35% | No | in exam period |
| 3000 word research essay. Questions will be provided. | 40% | No | 28 May 2021 4pm |
| Scenario paper | 25% | No | 7 April 2021 4pm |
Examination
Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 40 hours
Due: in exam period
Weighting: 35%
An end of semester invigilated examination will test students analytical and expressive abilities and learning in the unit.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Identify and articulate views on a contemporary political issue in verbal and written format
- demonstrate insight into some concepts, ideas and practice in world politics
- explain relationships between elements of domestic and international politics including institutions, historical influences and current context
- understand and apply diplomatic skills in a practical scenario
3000 word research essay. Questions will be provided.
Assessment Type 1: Essay
Indicative Time on Task 2: 40 hours
Due: 28 May 2021 4pm
Weighting: 40%
Students are to research and write a 3000 word (of text - references and any footnotes are extra) essay on one of the topics addressed in the unit. Essay questions will be provided.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Identify and articulate views on a contemporary political issue in verbal and written format
- demonstrate insight into some concepts, ideas and practice in world politics
- explain relationships between elements of domestic and international politics including institutions, historical influences and current context
Scenario paper
Assessment Type 1: Simulation/role play
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: 7 April 2021 4pm
Weighting: 25%
External students write a 1200 word paper on the scenario. The paper should take the form of a diplomatic position on the issue simulated in the scenario. A description of the scenario, along with requirements will be outlined on iLearn.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Identify and articulate views on a contemporary political issue in verbal and written format
- demonstrate insight into some concepts, ideas and practice in world politics
- explain relationships between elements of domestic and international politics including institutions, historical influences and current context
- understand and apply diplomatic skills in a practical scenario
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
on campus lectures and seminars
audio and slides on ilearn via Echo
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.
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Student Code of Conduct
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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
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Unit information based on version 2021.04 of the Handbook