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Strategic and Defence Studies Centre · ANU College of Asia and the Pacific
The 2020s have seen the rise of numerous strategic problems for Australia. There are giant states in fierce competition, such as the United States and China, and emerging giants in India and Indonesia. There are also problems from below, such as climate change, artificial intelligence, cyber security, and terrorism. This course examines the security challenges facing Australia and explores how Australia should approach its region. This course is designed with a focus on active and authentic classroom experiences, with a heavy emphasis on simulation exercises that replicate real world problem solving. The course will thus help any students wishing to understand how the Australian government pursues national security, whether they are seeking a future career in government, or to contribute analysis to policy and public debates about how Australia should seek its security in a contested Asia.
Tutorial participation
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Simulation Exercise
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 5
Research Essay
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Take home exam
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
This course comprises some 130 hours of activity over 12 weeks, including some 24 hours of lectures or an equivalent activity and some 12 hours of tutorials or equivalent activity. The course comprises a maximum of 6000-words of assessment or the equivalent. Please note this is a general guide, averaged over the semester and the final hours ultimately depend on the individual's ability in reading and writing.
Required readings will be made available via wattle.