Course Details in 2024/25 Session

Module Title	LI International Politics of East Asia
School	Government
Department	Political Sci & Intern'tl Stud
Module Code	08 31213
Module Lead	Tsering Topgyal
Level	Intermediate Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 2
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Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-20 hours Seminar-10 hours Guided independent study-170 hours Total: 200 hours
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Description	In this module, students will learn about key states involved in contemporary East Asian politics. Specifically, they will examine the role of the United States, Japan, China, South Korea and key regional institutions. The module will also explore core themes and issues in the international politics of East Asia, which may include domestic and regional security issues, and economic cooperation.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module, students should be able to: Identify and analyse the key factors and structures involved in contemporary East Asian politics. Demonstrate knowledge of issues affecting the international politics of East Asia. Analyse the inter-relationship of inter-state, sub-state, and intra-regional dimensions of the international politics of East Asia. Appraise developments in East Asia on the basis of primary and secondary sources, including web-based ones. Use effectively, as appropriate, concepts drawn from international relations.
Assessment	31213-01 : 1000 Word Assessment : Coursework (25%) 31213-05 : 3000 Word Assessment : Coursework (75%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: 1 x 1000 word essay (25%) 1 x 2500 word essay (75%) Reassessment by failed component
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