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POIR8430 – The Middle East in Global Politics
2024 – Session 2, In person-scheduled-weekday, North Ryde
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Jumana Bayeh
Karim Pourhamzavi
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to MIntRel or MSecStrategicStud or MCrim or MIntell or MCyberSecAnalysis or MCTerrorism or MPPP or MPASR or GradCertPP or PGDipIntRel or GradDipIntRel or MIntPubDip.
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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 will introduce students to the key questions in the area of the Middle East in global politics, or as Professor Fred Halliday has put it, the Middle East in International Relations. Students will learn about globalisation and neoliberalism, Political Islam, democratisation and the crisis of government legitimacy across the region. Students will also examine the legacies of the Ottoman Era, Colonialism, the Cold War and the “War on Terror” on the shaping of the modern relations of the Middle East at both the regional and the international levels. |
Important Academic Dates
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Develop and apply independent learning and research skills throughout the semester
- ULO2: Outline and critically evaluate theoretical debates related to the international relations of the Middle East.
- ULO3: Demonstrate a capacity to communicate, both verbally and in written form, ideas during in class and online discussions.
- ULO4: Evaluate and critically engage with a wide range of written and digital resources related to Middle East politics and international relations theory.
- ULO5: Recognise the importance of undertaking a critically engaged approach to the study of the Middle East.
General Assessment Information
Late penalty statement
Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, a 5% penalty (of the total possible mark) will be applied each day a written assessment is not submitted, up until the 7th day (including weekends). After the 7th day, a mark of ‘0’ (zero) will be awarded even if the assessment is submitted.
Submission time for all written assessments is set at 11.55pm. A 1-hour grace period is provided to students who experience a technical issue. This late penalty will apply to non-timed sensitive assessment (incl essays, reports, posters, portfolios, journals, recordings etc). Late submission of time sensitive tasks (such as tests/exams, performance assessments/presentations, scheduled practical assessments/labs etc) will only be addressed by the unit convenor in a Special consideration application. Special Consideration outcome may result in a new question or topic.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Essay | 50% | No | 2024-10-11 |
| Reflective Journal | 50% | No | RJ 1 - 25 August, 8pm; RJ 2 - 1 November, 8pm |
Essay
Assessment Type 1: Essay
Indicative Time on Task 2: 50 hours
Due: 2024-10-11
Weighting: 50%
Write an essay of 2500 words. Choose one essay question provided by the Convenor. Students are expected to utilise the required readings in the unit and independent research.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Develop and apply independent learning and research skills throughout the semester
- Outline and critically evaluate theoretical debates related to the international relations of the Middle East.
- Demonstrate a capacity to communicate, both verbally and in written form, ideas during in class and online discussions.
- Evaluate and critically engage with a wide range of written and digital resources related to Middle East politics and international relations theory.
- Recognise the importance of undertaking a critically engaged approach to the study of the Middle East.
Reflective Journal
Assessment Type 1: Reflective Writing
Indicative Time on Task 2: 50 hours
Due: RJ 1 - 25 August, 8pm; RJ 2 - 1 November, 8pm
Weighting: 50%
Students are to keep a weekly journal where they reflect on the readings and the topic for the week.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Develop and apply independent learning and research skills throughout the semester
- Outline and critically evaluate theoretical debates related to the international relations of the Middle East.
- Evaluate and critically engage with a wide range of written and digital resources related to Middle East politics and international relations theory.
- Recognise the importance of undertaking a critically engaged approach to the study of the Middle East.
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
Delivery: This unit has a 1 hour lecture per week that all students are expected to attend or listen to via echo. There is also one 2 hour seminar per week that each student must also attend.
Resources: The study guide in iLearn contains a list of resources for you to consult. Other resources will be made available on iLearn.
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
- Assessment Procedure
- Complaints Resolution 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
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 connect.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Academic Integrity
At Macquarie, we believe academic integrity – honesty, respect, trust, responsibility, fairness and courage – is at the core of learning, teaching and research. We recognise that meeting the expectations required to complete your assessments can be challenging. So, we offer you a range of resources and services to help you reach your potential, including free online writing and maths support, academic skills development and wellbeing consultations.
Student Support
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The Writing Centre
The Writing Centre provides resources to develop your English language proficiency, academic writing, and communication skills.
- Workshops
- Chat with a WriteWISE peer writing leader
- Access StudyWISE
- Upload an assignment to Studiosity
- Complete the Academic Integrity Module
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
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- IT Support
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- Mental health support
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Unit information based on version 2024.01R of the Handbook