UO Politics and Citizenship in Australia

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
POLI 1013
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Course ID
204555
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
Yes
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The aim of this course is to enable the student to develop an understanding of government and citizenship in Australia. Students will be introduced to the structures and processes of Australian politics and demonstrate an understanding of Federalism and the Commonwealth and State constitutions; historical context of Australian political culture; the judicial system; the parliamentary system; the executive; democracy and citizenship; political parties and political participation; citizenship and human rights and social justice; and the position of Aboriginal people in the Australian political system.

Course learning outcomes

  • Examine the structures and processes of government in Australia.
  • Explain Australia's political culture and its historical context.
  • Reflect on the political, socio-economic, and legal underpinnings of governance and its impacts on the role of Australian citizenship and human rights.
  • Engage in the scholarly discussion of contemporary major political debates.

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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