POLITICS 315

The Practice of Politics


Please note: this is archived course information from 2022 for POLITICS 315.

Description

Explores the skills and knowledge needed for students to practice politics effectively, considering the range of jobs available in the political arena, the professional skills needed to succeed in political positions, lessons that can be learnt from political science literature about how to practice politics both effectively and ethically, and individual development of employability attributes.

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Availability 2022

Semester 1

Lecturer(s)

Lecturer(s) Associate Professor Jennifer Lees-Marshment

Recommended Reading

See the Online resource centre

Points

POLITICS 315: 15 points

Prerequisites

30 points at Stage II in Politics and International Relations

Restrictions

POLITICS 206