Courses Handbook 2007 - [ Archived ]

301509 v.2 Politics Major


Introduction

This major introduces students to the study of politics as the way in which decisions are made by governments and attempts are made by groups or individuals to influence or to control those decisions. It also focuses upon the relations between governments and upon the national and international issues involved. Particular emphasis is given to the political systems of Australia and the neighbouring region.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

  SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:   100.0
  SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:   200.0
  300.0
 
Optional units (No year level specified) Hrs/Wk Credits
305925 v.1   Undergraduate Politics Units Available in the Department of Social Sciences  
 
* Electives (equivalent to four full units) are normally selected within the Department of Social Sciences. However, students may substitute appropriate units from other areas of the University with the approval of the Course Coordinator
 
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