From the French Revolution of 1789 to the Arab Spring in 2011, this course will introduce you to the most important revolutions in human history. This course explains the introduction of new ideologies, such as Liberalism, Marxism and Political Islam, through the histories of the Revolution in China, the Bolshevik Revolution in Russia, the Meiji Restoration in Japan, and the 1978 Revolution in Iran. Course Content The American Revolution 1775 – 1783 Ideology behind the Revolution: L... [More]

We can usefully understand a given society in terms of its characteristic visions of ultimate reality. What, as shown both by its philosophical preoccupations and its socially valued activities (its economic relations, its sacred rituals, its art), is its basic vision of what truly is? In this course we turn the spotlight on western culture. We familiarise ourselves with some of the major philosophical issues involved in contending views of the ultimately real. We consider how in di... [More]

Developing and sustaining a strong relationship can be both challenging and rewarding. Whether professional, business or personal, relationships can provide support and satisfaction. At other times they can also be a source of distress and dissatisfaction. Led by an experienced practitioner, these workshops are designed to improve your understanding of how we relate to each other and help you discover what it takes to connect, enhance and sustain your relationships with others. Draw... [More]

Anthropology is the study of man, mankind and humanity, its diversities and developments in all its cultural, social and historical dimensions. As a distinctive scientific discipline, anthropology began to emerge in the mid-19th century at the intersection of the development of natural science and European colonial enterprise. Contemporary world understanding of anthropology has become increasingly significant, enabling us to understand the origin and evolution of ours and others’ b... [More]

This course is an introduction to the history, government, economy, people, religion and culture of Saudi Arabia. It will take you on a colourful journey through this enigmatic and closed Islamic society. The complications of the oil diplomacy, rentier economy, and the US-Saudi axis will be discussed in relation to the domestic politics of Saudi Arabia and the wider context of the Arab Spring. Course Content Arabia and its pre-Islamic history The birth of Islam The Mamluks, the Otto... [More]

Developing and sustaining a strong relationship can be both challenging and rewarding. Whether professional, business or personal, relationships can provide support and satisfaction. At other times they can also be a source of distress and dissatisfaction. Led by an experienced practitioner, these workshops are designed to improve your understanding of how we relate to each other and help you discover what it takes to connect, enhance and sustain your relationships with others. Draw... [More]

We are taught to read and write, but very few of us are taught how to be financially literate. This course will help you develop meaningful life goals and the knowledge and confidence to develop the necessary financial strategies to help you achieve what is important to you. Course Content Effective financial planning Understanding how to set meaningful and important goals for you Understanding the Australian taxation system How to use debt to achieve your goals How to protect your ... [More]

No other pair of countries offers such frequent comparison and yet share so little in common. This course is an introduction into the cultural, socio-economic and political comparisons of the world’s major growing world powers of India and China. Will India catch up with China’s growth and become the world’s fastest-growing big economy? Major controversies over Kashmir, troubles in the South China Sea, the nuclear arms race, changing population trends, and foreign policies are analy... [More]

This course is designed to give participants an understanding of the various strategies that can be employed to ensure that their superannuation benefits are maximised. Self managed superannuation funds are growing quickly, currently in excess of 300,000. People are deciding to take a more active role in the management of their superannuation monies to successfully plan for retirement. Do you understand how to manage your own superannuation fund? This course will empower you by givi... [More]

This course is designed to demystify the complex world of retirement income streams. Its express aim is to provide participants with independent advice and an understanding of the various ways in which they can structure their retirement assets in order to deliver the maximum level of income while at the same time minimising their tax. The course will cover topics such as the Australian tax system, various tax structures, superannuation, allocated pensions, Centrelink regulations an... [More]