Australian Studies 1 (10124.1)

Please note these are the 2021 details for this unit
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Australian Studies 1
Available teaching periods Delivery mode Location
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EFTSL Credit points Faculty
0.125 3
Discipline Study level HECS Bands
University Of Canberra College Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit Band 2 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021)
Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021)
Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan Social Work_Exclude 0905)


Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict


Corequisites

None.

Assumed knowledge

None.
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Delivery mode Unit convener
Not available

Required texts

Reading Booklet (Brick) provided in class and available on Canvas

Submission of assessment items

Extensions & Late submissions

All assignments are required to be submitted by the due date. If, for any reason, you are unable to do an assignment by the due date you must submit, to the lecturer or your tutor, a request for an extension in writing before the due date (except in special cases considered reasonable to the tutor). The request must set out, in detail, the genuine and exceptional reason for requesting the extension. If there is a medical reason for the extension request it must be accompanied by a medical certificate (see below).

Medical certificates. Your medical certificate must clearly state:

  • That you were unfit to complete the assignment;
  • The date of the medical consultation;
  • The period during which you were/are/will be unfit; and
  • The severity of your illness.

As an integral part of the learning theory that underpins this unit, students may be asked to re-submit their written assignments if the lecturer and /or tutor decide that the quality of work submitted is not at a reasonable standard that would, as a minimum, gain a Pass level grade. This request will be given in close consultation with the student. There will be no re-submissions after week 14 of the Semester. Note that a re-submitted assignment can only get a Pass or Fail.

If there is any doubt with regarding the requirements of any particular assignments or assessment procedure, the onus for clarifying the issue rests with the student who should contact the lecturer about the matter. Tutors will also be happy to assist in this regard.

In order to gain a Pass grade in this unit you must:

  • Gain a total overall mark of at least 50% and
  • Have no outstanding assessment

 

In order to obtain higher grades in this unit you must achieve the following total:

  •  65 – 74% for CR
  •  75 – 84% for DI
  •  85% and above for HD

Academic integrity

Students have a responsibility to uphold University standards on ethical scholarship. Good scholarship involves building on the work of others and use of others' work must be acknowledged with proper attribution made. Cheating, plagiarism, and falsification of data are dishonest practices that contravene academic values. Refer to the University's Student Charter for more information.

To enhance understanding of academic integrity, all students are expected to complete the Academic Integrity Module (AIM) at least once during their course of study. You can access this module within UCLearn (Canvas) through the 'Academic Integrity and Avoiding Plagiarism' link in the Study Help site.

Use of Text-Matching Software

The University of Canberra uses text-matching software to help students and staff reduce plagiarism and improve understanding of academic integrity. The software matches submitted text in student assignments against material from various sources: the internet, published books and journals, and previously submitted student texts.

Learner engagement

There is a strong correlation between attendance and success. So please attend all classes.

Inclusion and engagement

None

Participation requirements

Attendance at class is mandatroy. You must attend 80% of your classes.

Required IT skills

This unit involves the use of our learnonline system Canvas where assignments are posted and other activities are conducted. Students need a computer or laptop to complete this unit. And sometimes students may be asked to attend class online via zoom or Virtual Room. Students need a working microphone (preferably headset for better quality) and a working webcam. Please test this equipment to ensure it is working. 

In-unit costs

You are expected to bring pens and notebook to class. Please bring a laptop if you have one as well. If you do not won a laptop please let the class teacher know so they can help you access Wellbeing.

Work placement, internships or practicums

None.