Course overview
Globalisation, a fundamentally geographical concept, influences human interactions across time and space and is widely debated. This course explores different conceptualisations of globalisation and examines local-global relations. Students will learn about the political, economic, and cultural processes of globalisation, considering their social and environmental impacts through local and international case studies. The course investigates how globalisation may create, maintain, and deepen inequality, poverty, and injustice among individuals, groups, regions, and nations.
- Introduction to Globalisation, Society and Culture
- Dimensions of Globalisation – Politics, Environment and Economy
- Population, migration, society and cultures
Course learning outcomes
- Understand concepts and theories relevant to globalisation.
- Demonstrate a good understanding of the key issues and engage in informed debates around globalisation.
- Locate, read and summarise peer-reviewed literature.
- Demonstrate high level reading and analytical skills
- Apply high quality written and verbal communication skills
- Work effectively and collaboratively in tutorial situation and in group work
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 52130
Section FR01
Size 100
Available 100
Class number 52132
Section TU01
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 52131
Section TU02
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 52133
Section TU03
Size 30
Available 30
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