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POLIS 2106 - Justice, Virtue and the Good

North Terrace Campus - Winter - 2015

This course traces the ideas of justice, virtue and the good - concepts of moral action and normative judgment which lie at the foundations of Western political institutions and moral systems. This course provides students with a familiarity with and understanding of important theoretical concepts embedded in selected classical texts and intellectual traditions of Western political philosophy.

  • General Course Information
    Course Details
    Course Code POLIS 2106
    Course Justice, Virtue and the Good
    Coordinating Unit Politics and International Relations
    Term Winter
    Level Undergraduate
    Location/s North Terrace Campus
    Units 3
    Contact Up to 3 hours per week
    Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y
    Prerequisites At least 12 units of level 1 undergraduate study
    Incompatible POLI 2009, POLI 2106, POLI 3009
    Assessment 3000 word essay (60%), 1500 word minor essay (30%), tutorial participation (10%)
    Course Staff

    Course Coordinator: Dr Tiziana Torresi

    Dr Tiziana Torresi
    Napier 413
    Telephone: 8313 5606
    Email: tiziana.torresi@adelaide.edu.au
    Course Timetable

    The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

  • Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes
    On successful completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate:
    1 An ability to understand key ideas in Western political thought

    2 An ability to think critically about debates in contemporary political theory.
    3 Enhanced skills in research, synthesis, organisation and presentation of information
    4 Enhanced problem solving skills
    5 Familiarisation with the research skills necessary for working with primary sources
    6 An ability to work independently
    7 An ability to articulate interpretations of sources and topics in class discussion
    8 An ability to critically evaluate arguments
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    最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s)
    Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1,2
    The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 3,5,8
    An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 1,2, 4,5,6,7,8
    Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 7
    A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 3,5
    A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 3,4,5,6
    A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 1,3,7
    An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 1,2
  • Learning Resources
    Required Resources
    A reading kit will be prepared and available for sale in the first week of term.

    Online Learning
    Course material and lecture slides will be posted on myuni

  • Learning & Teaching Activities
    Learning & Teaching Modes

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    Workload

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    Learning Activities Summary

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  • Assessment

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    1. Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
    2. Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
    3. Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
    4. Assessment must maintain academic standards.

    Assessment Summary

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    Assessment Detail

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    Submission

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    Course Grading

    Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

    M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
    Grade Mark Description
    FNS   Fail No Submission
    F 1-49 Fail
    P 50-64 Pass
    C 65-74 Credit
    D 75-84 Distinction
    HD 85-100 High Distinction
    CN   Continuing
    NFE   No Formal Examination
    RP   Result Pending

    Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

    Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

    Final results for this course will be made available through .

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