Introduction to Australian Political Institutions (POLS1101)

Information valid for Semester 1, 2011

Course level

Undergraduate

Faculty

Social & Behavioural Sciences

School

Politic Sc & Internat Studies

Units

2

Duration

One Semester

Delivery mode

Internal

Class contact

2 Lecture hours, 1 Tutorial hour

Incompatible

GT100, POLS7100

Course coordinator

Dr I. Ward (Sem 1 ) & Dr R. Wear (Sem 2)

Assessment methods

Assignment, tutorial work and exam

Study Abroad

This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.

Current course offerings

Course offerings Location Mode Course Profile
Semester 1, 2013 St Lucia Internal Course Profile
Semester 2, 2013 St Lucia Internal Profile unavailable

Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.

Course description

This course provides an introductory study of Australian federal government focusing on key political institutions such as parliament, cabinet, federalism, the constitution, High Court, pressure groups, parties, and the public service. POLS1101 explains how the Australian political system works, highlighting both the formal structures and informal practices characteristic of Australian politics. POLS1101 develops the research, writing and analytical skills required for further study in political science and related courses.

Archived offerings

Course offerings Location Mode Course Profile
Semester 1, 2012 St Lucia Internal Course Profile
Semester 2, 2012 St Lucia Internal Course Profile
Semester 1, 2011 St Lucia Internal Course Profile
Semester 2, 2011 St Lucia Internal Course Profile
Semester 1, 2010 St Lucia Internal Course Profile
Semester 2, 2010 St Lucia Internal Course Profile
Semester 1, 2009 St Lucia Internal Course Profile
Semester 2, 2009 St Lucia Internal Course Profile