Identity Politics and Public Policy (7072.5)

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Syllabus

This unit provides a comprehensive overview of identity politics and political differences in contemporary political life and public policy debates. It examines issues surrounding Australian national identity and citizenship, with a focus upon Liberalism and the politics of difference and recognition. The unit examines how political identities are represented in the public policy process, examining both theoretical and practical implications in a national and international context.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

1. Understand the role of identity politics and political differences in contemporary Australian political life and public policy;

2. Be able to understand the political significance of citizenship and distinguish between Australian identity and National identity;

3. Be aware of the interactions between the politics of citizenship, Australian & National identity, Aboriginality, race, ethnicity, multiculturalism, sexual identities & sexuality;

4. Have knowledge of the political implications of the deconstructionist critique of identity in international and world context; and

5. Have acquired generic research skills required to undertake critical reading, critical commentary, structural planning, research and writing design.

Assessment Items

Contact Hours

Three hours per week.

Prerequisites

675 Politics and Democracy OR 9548 Introduction to Politics OR 8296 Introduction to Politics and Government OR 9549 Introduction to Western Political Thoughts

Incompatible Units

9559 Feminist Politics