Unit Outline

HIR101 provides students with an overview of the theory and practice of international relations. The unit is divided into two modules. In module one, you will learn about theoretical approaches to the study of IR including introductions to realist, liberal, critical, feminist and green approaches. Each theory provides an important perspective on the international system, foregrounding some actors and issues while backgrounding others. In module two, the unit examines important topics in international relations related to international security, war and peace, great power rivalry, the United Nations system including the United Nations Security Council, global poverty and international development, global climate politics, international terrorism, and human rights. The unit provide you with an introduction to the process, substance, and fast changing nature of international relations and world politics, including a basic knowledge of some key theoretical debates in the field. Following completion of the unit, you will have a broad understanding of international relations, which not only enables the better understanding of global events generally but also provides an essential platform to those wishing to complete a major in the field.

Intended Learning Outcomes

As per the Assessment and Results Policy 1.3, your results will reflect your achievement against specified learning outcomes.

On completion of this unit, you will be able to:


1	Identify and evaluate different perspectives in the field of international relations.
2	Apply theoretical knowledge and research to analyse cases in international relations.
3	Communicate coherently in written and/or oral formats drawing upon evidence to support your argument.

Requisites


REQUISITE TYPE	REQUISITES
Anti-requisite (mutual excl)	HSD101 AND HSG102 AND HSD102 AND HSA101 AND HSA102 AND HSG106

Alterations as a result of student feedback

Given the fast-changing events in current global politics, the newest, 2022 edition of the textbook has been added although recent, earlier versions are still acceptable. A Zoom tutorial option has been added for offcampus, distance students. Additional reading and video resources have been added for those seeking to extend their knowledge of current events.

How will I be Assessed?

For more detailed assessment information please see MyLO.

Assessment schedule


ASSESSMENT TASK #	ASSESSMENT TASK NAME	DATE DUE	WEIGHT	LINKS TO INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES
Assessment Task 1:	Short essay	Week 7	15 %	LO3
Assessment Task 2:	Major essay	Week 12	30 %
Assessment Task 3:	Tutorial participation	Refer to Assessment Description	25 %	LO1
Assessment Task 4:	Take home exam	Exam Period	30 %	LO2

Assessment details

Assessment Task 1: Short essay

Task Description:

See MyLO site for details

Task Length:

750 words (excluding references)

Due Date:

Week 7 (13/Sep/2024)

Weight:

15 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Demonstrate an understanding of theory and knowledge relating to the question; Identify and express a defensible position using evidence to justify your view; Communicate in writing in the form of an essay	LO3

Assessment Task 2: Major essay

Task Description:

See MyLO site for details

Task Length:

2,000 words (excluding references)

Due Date:

Week 12 (25/Oct/2024)

Weight:

30 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Demonstrate an understanding of theory and knowledge relating to the question; Identify and express a defensible position using evidence to justify your view; Communicate in writing in the form of an essay

Assessment Task 3: Tutorial participation

Task Description:

Tutorial attendance, participation and online quizzes

Task Length:

Due Date:

Refer to Assessment Description

Weight:

25 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Demonstrate the ability apply theoretical knowledge and reading texts and reading kit material (on a particular topic[s]) to address tutorial questions and related topics through collegial exchange; Communicate in face to face or online tutorials	LO1

Assessment Task 4: Take home exam

Task Description:

open-book, online exam scheduled during the official exam period

The take-home exam commences 9.00 am, Tuesday, 12 November and ends 5.00 pm Wednesday, 13 November. Full details are provided closer to the date on the Unit's MyLO site.

Task Length:

3,000 words maximum (including any references)

Due Date:

Exam Period (13/Nov/2024)

Weight:

30 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Demonstrate an understanding of theory and knowledge relating to the question; Identify and express a defensible position using evidence to justify your view; Communicate in writing in the form of an essay	LO2

How your final result is determined

To pass this unit, you need to demonstrate your attainment of each of the Intended Learning Outcomes, achieve a final unit grade of 50% or greater.

Submission of assignments

Where practicable, assignments should be submitted to an assignment submission folder in MYLO. You must submit assignments by the due date or receive a penalty (unless an extension of time has been approved by the Unit Coordinator). Students submitting any assignment in hard copy, or because of a practicum finalisation, must attach a student cover sheet and signed declaration for the submission to be accepted for marking.

Academic integrity

Academic integrity is about acting responsibly, honestly, ethically, and collegially when using, producing, and communicating information with other students and staff members.

In written work, you must correctly reference the work of others to maintain academic integrity. To find out the referencing style for this unit, see the assessment information in the MyLO site, or contact your teaching staff. For more detail about Academic Integrity, see Important Guidelines & Support.

Requests for extensions

If you are unable to submit an assessment task by the due date, you should apply for an extension.

A request for an extension should first be discussed with your Unit Coordinator or teaching support team where possible. A request for an extension must be submitted by the assessment due date, except where you can provide evidence it was not possible to do so. Typically, an application for an extension will be supported by documentary evidence: however, where it is not possible for you to provide evidence please contact your Unit Coordinator.

The Unit Coordinator must notify you of the outcome of an extension request within 3 working days of receiving the request.

Late penalties

Assignments submitted after the deadline will receive a late penalty of 5% of the original available mark for each calendar day (or part day) that the assignment is late. Late submissions will not be accepted more than 10 calendar days after the due date, or after assignments have been returned to other students on a scheduled date, whichever occurs first. Further information on Late Penalties can be found on the Assessments and Results Procedure.

Review of results and appeals

You are entitled to ask for a review of the marking and grading of your assessment task if there is an irregularity in the marking standards or an error in the process for determining the outcome of an assessment. Details on how to request a review of a mark for an assignment are outlined in the Review and Appeal of Academic Decisions Procedure.