English

This course explores key philosophical questions about consciousness as it relates to the world. It discusses the connection between intentionality and phenomenal consciousness, the relationship between object consciousness and self-consciousness, and the link between consciousness and the self. On the basis of central texts in contemporary theoretical and practical philosophy, as well as more historical texts in classical phenomenology, the course addresses questions of personal identity: how the self pertains to personal identity, the nature of personal identity over time, how persons persist despite undergoing physical and psychological changes, and the prudential and moral significance of personal identity. The course involves lectures, oral exercises, and group discussions.

A general survey of the historical development of various aspects of Korean civilization, including politics, society and economy, thought and religion, and the arts. Half of the course covers the main themes in Korean history and their historical interpretations, from prehistoric times to the modern period. It also pays special attention to social systems, religion and culture, as well as the changing geopolitics of the region. The discussions take a comparative approach by examining contemporaneous China, Japan, and northeast Asia, identifying similarities and differences between the regions. Through this course, students have a better understanding of the challenges Korea faced in the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries, and the historical processes through which Korea, China, and Japan developed. 

This course introduces students to key theories and concepts of social justice and invites them to consider how these ideas apply to the real world public policy questions with which they are concerned. Drawing on a range of philosophical, sociological, and political perspectives, the course provides students with theoretical tools for understanding what social justice is and how public policy is formulated and enacted, and enables them to use these tools to critically engage with contemporary examples across a range of international contexts and public policy areas and to think creatively about alternative ways in which public policy issues might be conceived and addressed. 

The Australian National Internships Program provides students from any discipline the opportunity to undertake a significant research project within a workplace, with academic credit awarded toward their degrees. Placements take place in national institutions (e.g., government departments and agencies), peak industry bodies, large industry organizations, public policy-focused NGOs, or international organizations (e.g., embassies). As part of this real-world experience, students work in an office environment, learn to prioritize tasks and deadlines, develop the skills to express themselves concisely, and provide a succinct précis of a complex topic. Admission to this course is selective due to the high academic standards required to successfully complete the course. The research topic is agreed between the Intern and the placement and topics usually have a focus relevant to both the organization and the intern.