Politics, Culture and Society Courses
Understand the events and movements that shape our world through politics, culture and society courses. Learn about elections, democracy, dictatorships, recessions, and revolutions. Examine the lives and decisions of leaders whose choices changed history.
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Behind The Headlines - The Politics of Immigration
<p>The next in my Behind the Headlines series – sorting fact from fiction. Is immigration good or bad? What is its net economic impact, does it drive jobs growth or take jobs, and how does it impact
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The Brighton Bombing 1984, Margaret Thatcher and the IRA
<p>Margaret Thatcher survived the 1984 assassination attempt in Brighton. One MP and 4 Conservative Party workers were killed and 33 injured in the most audacious terrorist attack on British soil
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International Women's Day 2026: Give to Gain
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International Women's Day 2026: Give to Gain
<p>In our world where success is often measured by individual achievement, the power of giving offers a transformative alternative for women and men alike. This lecture will explore how giving,
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Cults: An Investigation
<p>What are cults? How do they differ from major religious communities? What is the role if any of charisma, devotion, followings, indoctrination, secrecy, totalitarianism or control? Why do many join
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Australia's Social Media Ban - Is The Message Getting Through?
<p>Australia is the first country in the world to introduce a social media ban for under 16s. Prime Minister Albanese spoke about the ban at the United Nations in September 2025 to great applause from
...Australia's Social Media Ban - Is The Message Getting Through?
<p>Australia is the first country in the world to introduce a social media ban for under 16s. Prime Minister Albanese spoke about the ban at the United Nations in September 2025 to great applause from
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Men About Men For Men - A Time For Us
<p>It is undoubtedly true that men and woman are in some ways different. Men are stereotyped as emotionally withdrawn, cautious to engage and share. Yet, most of us crave the chance to meet other guys
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Modern China - From Declining Empire to Global Power
<p>This course surveys China’s transformation from late Qing reforms at the turn of the 20th century to its rise as a global power at the beginning of the 21st. It examines historical shifts,
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The HALO Effect, Hagiography and Propaganda
<p>The "Halo Effect" refers to the considerable discrepancy between the romanticised legends about historical figures and what the actual evidence reveals. It can be difficult to separate the hype and
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Keith Suter Memorial Lecture 2026: Inventions, Ideas and Influencers
<p>WEA Sydney warmly invites our members and the wider community to attend the inaugural <strong>Keith Suter Memorial Lecture</strong>, to be held on Wednesday, 25 March 2026. Join us from <strong>5:
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Welcome to Country
<p>Welcome to Country is a ceremony that’s been performed by First Nations people for thousands of years. In recent decades both Welcomes to Country and Acknowledgements of Country have become an
...Welcome to Country
<p>Welcome to Country is a ceremony that’s been performed by First Nations people for thousands of years. In recent decades both Welcomes to Country and Acknowledgements of Country have become an
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