The State of the World: Post Covid-19

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
POLI 1004
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Course ID
201080
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The COVID-19 pandemic reignited questions about major global issues, such as population numbers, food security, climate change, living standards, global health, human rights, economic globalisation, and neoliberal capitalism. This course explores these and other related themes, including global political dynamics and policy responses, to provide a comprehensive picture of the post-COVID-19 state of the world. The course provides students with various conceptual and analytical tools to interpret and assess the global and multidimensional impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, enhancing their ability to navigate and analyse international systems and policies and develop the capacity to address global challenges.

  • Sustainability
  • Human Capital
  • Models & Actors

Course learning outcomes

  • Articulate a broad picture of the current state of the world
  • Identify and discuss major post-Covid-19 global challenges
  • Think critically about the many dimensions of global issues
  • Conduct independent research utilising a variety of sources
  • Produce coherent and well-substantiated arguments
  • Express ideas confidently, thoughtfully and respectfully

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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