Course overview
This course aims to equip learners with core knowledge and understanding of the Australian political system focusing on key political institutions such as parliament, cabinet, federalism, the constitution, High Court, parties, and the public service. The course explains how the Australian political system works, highlighting both the formal structures and informal practices that shape Australian politics, especially in regard to the social, political and economic factors that enable or constrain their introduction. These understandings will develop critical insights into how Australian government operate and provide the necessary foundation for undertaking subsequent courses in the political major.
- Foundations of Australian politics
- Formal structures of Australian politics
- Australian political practice
Course learning outcomes
- Examine some of the key concepts in Australian political science
- Discuss Australian political culture and its historical context
- Critically reflect upon political practice and the theories underpinning the legal and political structures of governments in Australia
- Identify some of the major current political debates in Australian politics
- Investigate the context and history of citizenship and human rights issues as they pertain to political practice
Degree list
The following degrees include this course