ATS2868 · Monash University
Anarchy, property, and the state
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 2
- Workload
- ≈ 12 h / week
- Faculty
- Arts
What it covers
The unit will discuss the normative foundations of the state and of the institution of private property. What is the proper role of government? Why should we obey the law? What is the relation between property and liberty? When, if ever, is the government justified in redistributing property? These issues will be discussed mainly in the light of the work of classical thinkers, but some reference will also be made to contemporary political philosophers.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| In-class tests | Quiz / Test | 50% |
| Essay | Written | 35% |
| Interactive Oral Assessment (IOA) | Demonstration | 15% |
When and where
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On-campus |