POL20018 · Swinburne University of Technology
Winners and Losers: The Politics and Ethics of Work
- Credit points
- 12.5
- Level
- 2
- Workload
- ≈ 13 h / week
- Faculty
- Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
What it covers
This unit investigates the politics and ethics of work. Through a series of case studies, the unit examines the exploitative and liberating aspects of work and analyses the power dynamics embedded in employment relationships. Drawing on politics, history, sociology, philosophy, and law, this unit provides students with a broad understanding of the domestic and international experiences of work, its legal and ethical framework, and its transformative capacity.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Reflective Essay | Individual | 30% |
| Portfolio of Worksheets | Individual | 30% |
| Project Presentation | Group | 10% |
| Project Report | Individual/Group | 30% |
When and where
Not offered in 2027, or offerings not published yet.