Academic Writing - Politics

INSTRUCTIONS: Length: 2,000 words Must be original (Must pass Turn-It-In) UK English At least 12 separate references. Should be formatted as follows: • Double line spacing; • Minimum margin of 2.5cm on each side; • Font size 12, font style Calibri (body); • High standard of spelling and grammar; • APA referencing style; and • Use sub-headings. ESSAY: Liberal Democracies take various forms. These types of political systems at the same time support collectively owned institutions and a free market economy. DISCUSS YOUR UNDERSTANDING OF THE AUSTRALIAN POLITICAL SYSTEM AND HOW ITS PARTICULAR TYPE OF LIBERAL DEMOCRACY ATTEMPTS TO ENHANCE THE WELL-BEING OF ITS CITIZENS. In answering this question you could consider what is meant by Democracy and what is meant by Liberal. This could also include some of the rights and freedoms for citizens under such a political system; as well as comparing Australia to other Liberal Democratic countries for similarities and/or differences. MARKING CRITERIA: Assessment feedback will be according to the following criteria: • Content - demonstrated level of knowledge and understanding of the topic • Use of the subject readings and additional readings - evidenced by the extent to which concepts, citations and references are correctly used • Original thought - evidenced in structure and logic of assignment, use of own words to describe and explain concepts, theories, ideas and issues • Presentation - considers clear concise language, correct formatting, spelling, grammar, punctuation, presentation of quotations and use the APA style of citation and referencing. READINGS: Jamrozik, A. (2009). Social Policy in the Post-Welfare State - Australian Society in a Changing World (3rd ed.) Sydney: Pearson Education