919-495 UHK-Globalisation & Information Society

Note

The enrolment closing date for this subject is 1 September.

Credit Points

12.5

Coordinator

University of Hong Kong

Prerequisites

Admission to the U21 Certificate in Global Issues

Semester

1 (view timetable)

Contact

On-line classes from 8 February 2006 to 23 May 2006 through the University of Hong Kong, China

Subject Description

This subject introduces students to major debates on key aspects of as well as special issues pertaining to globalisation. It also intends to help students to critically apply the concepts or theories explored in the course to analyse their own societies. This subject encourages students from different parts of the world to work together in discussion and group projects with a view to developing an all-round understanding of the impacts of globalisation.

Assessment

Written work totalling 4000 words (100%) submitted on-line throughout the semester comprising a written report on web-based group discussions, essays, and a report of a group research project.

Prescribed Texts

An on-line study pack will be provided by the University of Hong Kong.



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