Foundations of Australian Politics Custom Book

Foundations of Australian Politics offers a clear and concise introduction to the Australian political system for non-political science students.

This text provides an overview of the substantive features of the Australian political system so that students can better understand the impact of political processes on their field of study. The emphasis is on the implications of the Australian political system for Australian society more generally. At the same time many of the issues and debates relating to political organisation in Australia provide insights into political systems and issues on the international scene.

About the Authors
Acknowledgements
Preface

Chapter One: Introduction to Politics
Chapter Two: Australia’s Federal Political System
Chapter Three: The Constitution
Chapter Four: Parliament and Cabinet
Chapter Five: Electoral Systems
Chapter Six: Political Parties
Chapter Seven: Interest Groups
Chapter Eight: The Media

Conclusion: Australia’s Political System and the challenges of the twenty first century.

Glossary
Index

• Key questions – outline what is covered in each chapter
• Glossary of key terms – bolded terms and concepts in the text are explained in the glossary
• Reference list – points students in the direction of significant research and further reading on each chapter topic

Dr Richard Eccleston is a senior lecturer in the Department of Politics and Public Policy at Griffith University. His co-authors Dr Paul Williams and Dr Robyn Hollander are also lecturers in the Department of Politics and Public Policy at Griffith University.