International Migration

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2016:

170 hours

Admission to –
MC-IR Master of International Relations,
097AB and 097GD Master of Development Studies,
MC-PA and MC-PAENH Master of Public Administration
344AB Master of Public Policy and Management.

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability

This subject will examine the impact of international migration on the states, societies, and individuals. Its first segment will address the questions such as why people move and how societies change because of immigration and emigration. The second segment will examine policies concerning multiculturalism and social cohesion. By reviewing various policy examples and case studies, this subject aims to help students understand the realities of international migration and its policy challenges. The third segment will analyze the global governance of international migration, including the roles of international organizations, non-governmental organizations, and international laws. This subject is offered by Asia Institute, and will use many case studies of Asian countries, while covering the experiences of Australia, the US, Canada, and some major immigration countries in Europe as reference points as well.

On completion of this subject students should:
• have a solid understanding of theories and debates in the field of international migration
• have developed an ability to critique the literature on migration studies
• have a knowledge base of basic international institutional frameworks (e.g. international organizations, laws, governance mechanism, etc.)
• have an ability to conduct a migration-related research and articulated their findings in oral and written presentations

• Write two discussion questions on weekly readings due on the day before each class (equivalent to 400 words) due throughout the semester (15%
• Research Outline (equivalent to 400 words) with a bibliography due week 7 (15%)
• A 10-minute oral presentation on the research project (equivalent to 1,000 words) due in week 11 & 12 (20%)
• Final Essay (3,200 words) due during the exam period (50%)

Hurdle requirement: Students are required to attend a minimum of 80% of classes in order to pass this subject.

Materials prepared by the Asia Institute

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

On completion of this subject, students will have developed the following generic skills:
• Analytical skills: Through critical reviews of academic literature, students will have sharpened their analytical ability.
• Problem-solving skills: Through case studies exercise on immigration/emigration policies, students will have developed problem-solving skills.
• Presentation skills: Students will have an opportunity to present their research work and receive feedbacks from the instructor and peers, which will help them improve their presentation skills.