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GERMAN 314

: Teaching German as a Foreign Language
2022 Semester Two (1225)
Provides an overview of teaching and learning German as a second or heritage language. Students gain a solid understanding of German teaching and learning, including concepts and theories behind second language learning, individual differences, learning needs, approaches to strengthen learner autonomy as well as methods and principles of teaching German.
Subject: German
Prerequisite: GERMAN 301 or equivalent
Restriction: GERMAN 214
1252

GERMAN 320

: 20th Century German Literature
2020 Semester Two (1205)
Examines key literary works of prose, poetry and drama against the backdrop of major cultural, social and political shifts in Germany during the twentieth century. Two World Wars, the Weimar Republic, a divided and reunited Germany will be a special focus of the texts examined in this course.
Subject: German
Prerequisite: GERMAN 201
Restriction: GERMAN 210
1253

GERMAN 331

: German Cinema from Murnau to Riefenstahl
2022 Semester One (1223)
A close analysis of film from the Weimar Republic and the Third Reich as seen against the political and social upheavals of the time with an emphasis on the role of gender and the portrayal of gender in film.
Subject: German
Prerequisite: 30 points passed in German above Stage I
Restriction: GERMAN 230
1254

GERMAN 391

: Central Europe and the South Pacific
2024 Semester One (1243)
A study of the German connection with New Zealand, with special reference to the arts and sciences, German-speaking settlements in the nineteenth century, and German and Austrian refugees in the twentieth century.
Subject: German
Prerequisite: GERMAN 201
Restriction: GERMAN 291
1255

GERMAN 392

: Special Topic: Topics in German Culture and Language
2023 Semester One (1233)
A critical exploration of important issues in German Studies. The first part investigates German language studies, including the specifics of written and oral German, contrastive linguistics, dialects and varieties, German as a minority language (including in the South Pacific), youth language, and German online-communication. The second part examines modern German social and cultural history through works of literature and film.
Subject: German
Prerequisite: GERMAN 201
Restriction: GERMAN 202
1256

GLOBAL 100

: Intercultural Communication
2020 Semester One (1203)
Examines intercultural competence and communication in the context of the contemporary transnational movement and interactions of people, practices and products. Students are introduced to the concepts, ideas, and frameworks necessary for critically reflecting on cultural differences and perceptions, and on the impact of migration and multiculturalism on communication across cultures.
Subject: Global Studies
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1257

GLOBAL 101

: Global Issues, Sustainable Futures
2025 Semester Two (1255)
The basis for sustainability – social issues such as population and consumption, environmental issues such as climate change, limited resources and environmental degradation. Discusses the roles that various disciplines (law, business, engineering and urban planning) will play in developing solutions, including consideration of human rights and good governance, new concepts in economics and business management which will lead to sustainable businesses, developments in science and technology which will change how we manage resources and new visions for cities and communities which will support sustainable ways of life.
Subject: Global Studies
Restriction: GENED 101G
1258

GLOBAL 101

: Global Issues, Sustainable Futures
2024 Semester One (1243)
The basis for sustainability – social issues such as population and consumption, environmental issues such as climate change, limited resources and environmental degradation. Discusses the roles that various disciplines (law, business, engineering and urban planning) will play in developing solutions, including consideration of human rights and good governance, new concepts in economics and business management which will lead to sustainable businesses, developments in science and technology which will change how we manage resources and new visions for cities and communities which will support sustainable ways of life.
Subject: Global Studies
Restriction: GENED 101G
1259

GLOBAL 102

: Introduction to Global Studies
2025 Semester One (1253)
Focuses on transdisciplinary frameworks underpinning the field and uses case studies to illustrate its key concepts. Explores global studies as a critical field of inquiry and covers transdisciplinary themes from the four major streams in global studies.
Subject: Global Studies
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1260

GLOBAL 102

: Introduction to Global Studies
2024 Semester One (1243)
Focuses on transdisciplinary frameworks underpinning the field and uses case studies to illustrate its key concepts. Explores global studies as a critical field of inquiry and covers transdisciplinary themes from the four major streams in global studies.
Subject: Global Studies
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1261

GLOBAL 102

: Introduction to Global Studies
2023 Semester One (1233)
Focuses on transdisciplinary frameworks underpinning the field and uses case studies to illustrate its key concepts. Explores global studies as a critical field of inquiry and covers transdisciplinary themes from the four major streams in global studies.
Subject: Global Studies
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1262

GLOBAL 102

: Introduction to Global Studies
2022 Semester One (1223)
Focuses on transdisciplinary frameworks underpinning the field and uses case studies to illustrate its key concepts. Explores global studies as a critical field of inquiry and covers transdisciplinary themes from the four major streams in global studies.
Subject: Global Studies
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1263

GLOBAL 200

: Global Challenges
2025 Semester Two (1255)
Engages with real-world challenges that evoke key global studies themes such as global economic complexity and interdependence; globalisation and identity; cyberspace and netizenship; environmental and health challenges; global citizenship and responsibility. A workshop-based format prioritises teamwork where students produce a joint project in response to their chosen challenge. Provides research methods training to enable students to produce a research proposal for their capstone project.
Subject: Global Studies
Prerequisite: GLOBAL 100 or 102
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GLOBAL 200

: Global Challenges
2023 Semester Two (1235)
Engages with real-world challenges that evoke key global studies themes such as global economic complexity and interdependence; globalisation and identity; cyberspace and netizenship; environmental and health challenges; global citizenship and responsibility. A workshop-based format prioritises teamwork where students produce a joint project in response to their chosen challenge. Provides research methods training to enable students to produce a research proposal for their capstone project.
Subject: Global Studies
Prerequisite: GLOBAL 100 or 102
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GLOBAL 200

: Global Challenges
2021 Semester Two (1215)
Engages with real-world challenges that evoke key global studies themes such as global economic complexity and interdependence; globalisation and identity; cyberspace and netizenship; environmental and health challenges; global citizenship and responsibility. A workshop-based format prioritises teamwork where students produce a joint project in response to their chosen challenge. Provides research methods training to enable students to produce a research proposal for their capstone project.
Subject: Global Studies
Prerequisite: GLOBAL 100
1266

GLOBAL 204

: Global Issues Through the European Arts
2023 Semester Two (1235)
Investigates how artistic productions from different European traditions engage with and shape the world’s most pressing global issues. Considers the socio-political and cultural context of such productions, their ideological orientation and limitations. Uses case studies on the transnational dimensions of migration and exile, unsustainable environmental development, financial and health inequality, sexual slavery and drug trafficking, gender equality and political conflicts.
Subject: Global Studies
Prerequisite: 60 points passed in Global Studies
Restriction: GLOBAL 304
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GLOBAL 204

: Global Issues Through the European Arts
2022 Semester Two (1225)
Investigates how artistic productions from different European traditions engage with and shape the world’s most pressing global issues. Considers the socio-political and cultural context of such productions, their ideological orientation and limitations. Uses case studies on the transnational dimensions of migration and exile, unsustainable environmental development, financial and health inequality, sexual slavery and drug trafficking, gender equality and political conflicts.
Subject: Global Studies
Prerequisite: 60 points passed in Global Studies
Restriction: GLOBAL 304
1268

GLOBAL 250

: Special Topic: Social Entrepreneurship and Systems Change
2025 Semester One (1253)
Explores the role of social entrepreneurship in addressing global challenges through systems change. Students will critically and creatively examine how social enterprises balance financial, social, and environmental goals while navigating complex systems. Through case studies and guest speakers, students will develop a nuanced understanding of social entrepreneurship's potential and limitations for systemic transformation.
Subject: Global Studies
Prerequisite: 60 points at Stage I in Global Studies
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GLOBAL 251

: Special Topic: Migration in the Americas
2021 Semester One (1213)
Examines migration in the Americas by exploring the responses of local communities and peoples in Central and South America to international involvement. Discusses the role of global power (and super power) in the region, the connections between historic US action and contemporary migration, and the ways these intersect with issues such as indigenous rights, self-governance and environmental activism.
Subject: Global Studies
Prerequisite: 60 points passed at Stage I
Restriction: GLOBAL 351
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GLOBAL 252

: Asian Cities: Growth and Transition
2023 Semester Two (1235)
Explores urbanisation and development in Asia as processes from a variety of disciplinary approaches to provide a comprehensive global studies analysis of these interrelated concepts. Focuses on critical topics such as pollution, housing, labour, gender, mobility, and education. The geographical breadth of the course covers East, Southeast, and South Asia.
Subject: Global Studies
Prerequisite: 60 points passed at Stage I
Restriction: GLOBAL 352
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GLOBAL 300

: Going Global
2025 Semester One (1253)
Provides the opportunity for the synthesis and application of skills and knowledge developed throughout the degree programme. Students complete a variety of research, community and policy projects concerning the ethics, practise and commitment/community of Global Studies.
Subject: Global Studies
Prerequisite: GLOBAL 200
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GLOBAL 300

: Research Project
2024 Semester One (1243)
This capstone course provides the opportunity for the synthesis and application of skills and knowledge developed throughout the degree programme. Students complete a research project that applies all the components of the degree.
Subject: Global Studies
Prerequisite: GLOBAL 200
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GLOBAL 300

: Research Project
2023 Semester One (1233)
This capstone course provides the opportunity for the synthesis and application of skills and knowledge developed throughout the degree programme. Students complete a research project that applies all the components of the degree.
Subject: Global Studies
Prerequisite: GLOBAL 200
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GLOBAL 300

: Research Project
2022 Semester Two (1225)
This capstone course provides the opportunity for the synthesis and application of skills and knowledge developed throughout the degree programme. Students complete a research project that applies all the components of the degree.
Subject: Global Studies
Prerequisite: GLOBAL 200
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GLOBAL 300

: Research Project
2022 Semester One (1223)
This capstone course provides the opportunity for the synthesis and application of skills and knowledge developed throughout the degree programme. Students complete a research project that applies all the components of the degree.
Subject: Global Studies
Prerequisite: GLOBAL 200