General Information
This subject introduces students to the history, theory and practice of Australian public and foreign policy. The subject addresses issues of international and domestic concern, thereby providing students with an understanding of the modern Australian political environment. The emphasis of the subject is to equip students with the necessary tools to understand critically the development of Australian policy. On completion, students will have gained an appreciation of the actors and institutions that develop and implement Australian public and foreign policy.
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Details
Academic unit: Faculty of Society & Design Subject code: INTR12-200 Subject title: Australian Public and Foreign Policy Subject level: Undergraduate Semester/Year: May 2019 Credit points: 10.000 -
Delivery & attendance
Timetable: https://bond.edu.au/timetable Delivery mode: Standard Workload items: - Seminar: x12 (Total hours: 36) - Seminar 1
Attendance and learning activities: This semester Australian Public and Foreign Policy is conducted in a three (3) hour seminar session over the twelve (12) weeks of semester. In order to successfully complete this course each student is expected to complete a workshop portfolio. The contents of the portfolio include (but are not limited to): a research plan; policy community analysis; press release. Each aspect of the portfolio will be introduced during the seminar sessions, with an appropriate amount of time reserved for completion in class. -
Resources
Prescribed resources: No Prescribed resources.
After enrolment, students can check the Books and Tools area in iLearn for the full Resource List.iLearn@Bond & Email: iLearn@Bond is the online learning environment at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, lecture recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au
| Academic unit: | Faculty of Society & Design |
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| Subject code: | INTR12-200 |
| Subject title: | Australian Public and Foreign Policy |
| Subject level: | Undergraduate |
| Semester/Year: | May 2019 |
| Credit points: | 10.000 |
| Timetable: | https://bond.edu.au/timetable |
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| Delivery mode: | Standard |
| Workload items: |
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| Attendance and learning activities: | This semester Australian Public and Foreign Policy is conducted in a three (3) hour seminar session over the twelve (12) weeks of semester. In order to successfully complete this course each student is expected to complete a workshop portfolio. The contents of the portfolio include (but are not limited to): a research plan; policy community analysis; press release. Each aspect of the portfolio will be introduced during the seminar sessions, with an appropriate amount of time reserved for completion in class. |
| Prescribed resources: | No Prescribed resources. After enrolment, students can check the Books and Tools area in iLearn for the full Resource List. |
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| iLearn@Bond & Email: | iLearn@Bond is the online learning environment at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, lecture recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au |
Enrolment requirements
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Nil |
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| Assumed knowledge: |
Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for students’ lack of prior knowledge.
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| Restrictions: |
Nil |
Assurance of learning
Assurance of Learning means that universities take responsibility for creating, monitoring and updating curriculum, teaching and assessment so that students graduate with the knowledge, skills and attributes they need for employability and/or further study.
At Bond University, we carefully develop subject and program outcomes to ensure that student learning in each subject contributes to the whole student experience. Students are encouraged to carefully read and consider subject and program outcomes as combined elements.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge and skills that will be achieved on completion of the program. If you are undertaking this subject as part of a degree program, you should refer to the relevant degree program outcomes and graduate attributes as they relate to this subject.
Subject Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
On successful completion of this subject the learner will be able to:
- The ability to think critically about Australia's public and foreign policy, the role of individuals and institutions in crafting and executing that policy, and ability to critically analyse the complex approaches in Australia's domestic, and foreign policies.
- Demonstrated ability to work together and problem solve.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, including through presentations, discussions with colleagues, and writings.
- Familiarity with a variety of tools and templates for the presentation of information.
Generative Artificial Intelligence in Assessment
The University acknowledges that Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI) tools are an important facet of contemporary life. Their use in assessment is considered in line with students’ development of the skills and knowledge which demonstrate learning outcomes and underpin study and career success. Instructions on the use of Gen-AI are given for each assessment task; it is your responsibility to adhere to these instructions.
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Assessment details
Type Task % Timing* Outcomes assessed Project Report Policy Project: Brief Memorandum 35.00% Week 6 1,2,3,4 Project Report Policy Project: Final Report 65.00% Week 12 1,2,3,4 - * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
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Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria
High Distinction 85-100 Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. Distinction 75-84 Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. Credit 65-74 Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. Pass 50-64 Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. Fail 0-49 Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
| Type | Task | % | Timing* | Outcomes assessed |
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| Project Report | Policy Project: Brief Memorandum | 35.00% | Week 6 | 1,2,3,4 |
| Project Report | Policy Project: Final Report | 65.00% | Week 12 | 1,2,3,4 |
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
Assessment criteria
| High Distinction | 85-100 | Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. |
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| Distinction | 75-84 | Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. |
| Credit | 65-74 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. |
| Pass | 50-64 | Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. |
| Fail | 0-49 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. |
Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
Study Information
Submission procedures
Students must check the iLearn@Bond subject site for detailed assessment information and submission procedures.
Policy on late submission and extensions
A late penalty will be applied to all overdue assessment tasks unless an extension is granted by the subject coordinator. The standard penalty will be 10% of marks awarded to that assessment per day late with no assessment to be accepted seven days after the due date. Where a student is granted an extension, the penalty of 10% per day late starts from the new due date.
Academic Integrity
University’s Academic Integrity Policy defines plagiarism as the act of misrepresenting as one’s own original work: another’s ideas, interpretations, words, or creative works; and/or one’s own previous ideas, interpretations, words, or creative work without acknowledging that it was used previously (i.e., self-plagiarism). The University considers the act of plagiarising to be a breach of the Student Conduct Code and, therefore, subject to the Discipline Regulations which provide for a range of penalties including the reduction of marks or grades, fines and suspension from the University.
Bond University utilises Originality Reporting software to inform academic integrity.Feedback on assessment
Feedback on assessment will be provided to students within two weeks of the assessment submission due date, as per the Assessment Policy.
Accessibility and Inclusion Support
If you have a disability, illness, injury or health condition that impacts your capacity to complete studies, exams or assessment tasks, it is important you let us know your special requirements, early in the semester. Students will need to make an application for support and submit it with recent, comprehensive documentation at an appointment with a Disability Officer. Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Office at the earliest possible time, to meet staff and learn about the services available to meet your specific needs. Please note that late notification or failure to disclose your disability can be to your disadvantage as the University cannot guarantee support under such circumstances.
Additional subject information
Subject curriculum
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Overview and Public Policy in Australia
Week one's workshop will introduce students to the course and the world of Australian policy making. The lecture will be followed by an overview of the assessment and a problem identification brainstorming session.
SLOs included
- The ability to think critically about Australia's public and foreign policy, the role of individuals and institutions in crafting and executing that policy, and ability to critically analyse the complex approaches in Australia's domestic, and foreign policies.
- Demonstrated ability to work together and problem solve.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, including through presentations, discussions with colleagues, and writings.
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Public Policy and its Models and Theories
Week two's lecture will include defining public policy; investigating the policy cycle; and the individual, collectivist, and structural theories and policy. The lecture will be complemented by continuation of the workshop on problem identification, and developing a research plan for the semester.
SLOs included
- The ability to think critically about Australia's public and foreign policy, the role of individuals and institutions in crafting and executing that policy, and ability to critically analyse the complex approaches in Australia's domestic, and foreign policies.
- Demonstrated ability to work together and problem solve.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, including through presentations, discussions with colleagues, and writings.
- Familiarity with a variety of tools and templates for the presentation of information.
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Policy in Practice
Week three's lecture will investigate the process of defining the problem and setting the agenda, and follow the process from advice to implementation. The workshop element will look at the art of spin.
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Policy Evaluation, Research, Actors, and Instruments
Week four's workshop will see students conduct a policy evaluation and investigate strategies for policy research. They will also investigate the policy community and conduct an analysis of that community.
SLOs included
- The ability to think critically about Australia's public and foreign policy, the role of individuals and institutions in crafting and executing that policy, and ability to critically analyse the complex approaches in Australia's domestic, and foreign policies.
- Demonstrated ability to work together and problem solve.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, including through presentations, discussions with colleagues, and writings.
- Familiarity with a variety of tools and templates for the presentation of information.
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Policy Brief Presentations
Week five's workshop time is dedicated towards student policy brief presentation. Each student will have a short period of time to introduce the class to their policy problem and potential solution.
SLOs included
- The ability to think critically about Australia's public and foreign policy, the role of individuals and institutions in crafting and executing that policy, and ability to critically analyse the complex approaches in Australia's domestic, and foreign policies.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, including through presentations, discussions with colleagues, and writings.
- Familiarity with a variety of tools and templates for the presentation of information.
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Communication, Ethics and Accountability; The Public Policy Playground
Week six's lecture will investigate leaks, whistle-blowers, and ministerial accountability, before providing an insight into the Australian policy playground.
SLOs included
- The ability to think critically about Australia's public and foreign policy, the role of individuals and institutions in crafting and executing that policy, and ability to critically analyse the complex approaches in Australia's domestic, and foreign policies.
- Demonstrated ability to work together and problem solve.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, including through presentations, discussions with colleagues, and writings.
- Familiarity with a variety of tools and templates for the presentation of information.
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The Political Players and the Fourth Estate
Week seven's lecture will provide an introduction to those that run Australia, and how they do it; explore the relationship between policy, media, and public opinion; provide an insight into the role of media in crafting both public and foreign policy. The lecture will be followed by a workshop on crafting a policy press release.
SLOs included
- The ability to think critically about Australia's public and foreign policy, the role of individuals and institutions in crafting and executing that policy, and ability to critically analyse the complex approaches in Australia's domestic, and foreign policies.
- Demonstrated ability to work together and problem solve.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, including through presentations, discussions with colleagues, and writings.
- Familiarity with a variety of tools and templates for the presentation of information.
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Diplomacy and Foreign Aid
Week eight's lecture investigates Australia's diplomatic machinery (both foreign aid and trade).
SLOs included
- The ability to think critically about Australia's public and foreign policy, the role of individuals and institutions in crafting and executing that policy, and ability to critically analyse the complex approaches in Australia's domestic, and foreign policies.
- Familiarity with a variety of tools and templates for the presentation of information.
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Terrorism and National Security
Week nine will investigate Australia's national security and intelligence community, and provide an insight into Australia's role in the Global War on Terror.
SLOs included
- The ability to think critically about Australia's public and foreign policy, the role of individuals and institutions in crafting and executing that policy, and ability to critically analyse the complex approaches in Australia's domestic, and foreign policies.
- Demonstrated ability to work together and problem solve.
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Human Rights
Week ten will explore human rights protections within Australia and investigate the three distinct moments for Australia and International human rights.
SLOs included
- The ability to think critically about Australia's public and foreign policy, the role of individuals and institutions in crafting and executing that policy, and ability to critically analyse the complex approaches in Australia's domestic, and foreign policies.
- Familiarity with a variety of tools and templates for the presentation of information.
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The Environment
Week eleven will provide students with an investigation of environmentalism in Australia including the rise of the Australian Greens and the impact foreign policy has had on environmental policy.
SLOs included
- The ability to think critically about Australia's public and foreign policy, the role of individuals and institutions in crafting and executing that policy, and ability to critically analyse the complex approaches in Australia's domestic, and foreign policies.
- Demonstrated ability to work together and problem solve.
- Familiarity with a variety of tools and templates for the presentation of information.
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Final Policy Presentations
Week twelves lecture is reserved to provide students the opportunity to make their final policy presentations for the semester.
SLOs included
- The ability to think critically about Australia's public and foreign policy, the role of individuals and institutions in crafting and executing that policy, and ability to critically analyse the complex approaches in Australia's domestic, and foreign policies.
- Demonstrated ability to work together and problem solve.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, including through presentations, discussions with colleagues, and writings.
- Familiarity with a variety of tools and templates for the presentation of information.