APG5324 · International political economy

Overview

This unit explores the emergence of a global political economy and the consequences of an increasingly interdependent world. You will be introduced to the key theoretical approaches and debates in international political economy, and the major developments in 20th and 21st century global political economy. You will also critically examine the key issues emerging from a globalising political economy, ranging from the globalisation of production to the emergence of new powers from the Global South, and reflect on the future trajectories of international political economy in the era of global uncertainty and change.

Areas of study: International diplomacy and trade International relations

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Within semester assessment: 100%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

1. Explain the principal themes and theories in international political economy;
2. Discuss the major developments in the international political economy since World War II, with emphasis upon the impact of economic interdependence and globalization;
3. Critically analyse the key issues facing the global political economy;
4. Design and manage a focused research project;
5. Collaborate effectively with peers in group learning tasks.

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.