Module course for POL7039_01_S1_202627 offered at LOC: by Politics and International Studies (ORG:POLS)
Convenor name: Carlo Bonura
Convenor email: cb84@soas.ac.uk
Intended learning outcomes:

Upon completing this module, students will be able to synthesize empirical dynamics across complex examples and case studies from Southeast Asian politics and foreign relations, and critically evaluate central theories and concepts from comparative politics and international relations.  This module will enable students to conceptualize thematic comparisons across Southeast Asian politics.

Assessment 1: Name: Portfolio (Field Pack)
Assessment 1: Weighting: 50%
Assessment 1: Due date: 13/11/2026
Assessment 1: Release date: 4/12/2026
Assessment 1: Permitted AI usage: Exploration;Synthesis
Assessment 1: Format: Totaling 1600 words, the Portfolio is a collection of artefacts based on field visits across London. Students will receive a field pack that they will fill in by hand. The assessment includes two in-class writing sessions.
Assessment 2: Name: Portfolio Report (Field Pack Report)
Assessment 2: Weighting: 50%
Assessment 2: Due date: 08/01/2027
Assessment 2: Release date: 29/01/2027
Assessment 2: Permitted AI usage: Autonomy
Assessment 2: Format: 1600 word essay based on predetermined research questions circulated to students at the start of the term. The essay requires student embeds artifacts from AS1 in their analysis into their final report..
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