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976001 Foundations in International Studies

8cp; 2 or 3hpw (in most weeks there are lectures as well as tutorials; some weeks instead of lectures there are materials for students to view independently before the tutorials); availability: exchange and study abroad students with faculty approval
There are course requisites for this subject. See access conditions.

Undergraduate

Description

The aim of this subject is to provide students with an understanding of and introductory level skills in the key International Studies practice of intercultural communication based on learning about and critical reflection on different societies. The subject is taught from various disciplinary perspectives including cultural studies, history and political economy. The objectives are to develop effective academic presentation as well as the research and writing skills necessary to make informed arguments within International Studies to prepare students for the writing and presentation techniques used in the contemporary society and in-country study subjects in the Bachelor of Arts in International Studies.

Typical availability

Autumn semester, City campus


Detailed subject description.

Fee information

  • 2015 contribution for commencing Commonwealth-supported students: $1025 (Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2010 should consult the Fees Calculator by Subject for relevant student contribution charges for Commonwealth-supported students. Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth-supported places.)
  • Fees for postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Domestic Fees Search: Postgraduate and Research or International Fees Search.
  • Subject EFTSL: 0.167

Access conditions

Note: The requisite information presented in this subject description covers only academic requisites. Full details of all enforced rules, covering both academic and admission requisites, are available at access conditions and My Student Admin.