Impact and Enterprise G (11155.2)
Please note these are the 2025 details for this unit
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | Online On-Campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Arts And Design |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| School Of Arts And Communications | Graduate Level | 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) |
This unit will survey and analyse key theories and concepts of cultural and creative industries and economies. It will examine and analyse the ways and means by which works are produced, valued, distributed, regulated, consumed and debated within the professional context of the creative and cultural industries. Students will engage with real world industry/creative industry contexts to analyse key components of the creative and cultural economy, including sources of funding, measurement of impact, entrepreneurial approaches, governance and management issues.
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the key theories and examples of cultural policy, cultural and creative industries, and creative labour;
2. Identify specific practices, policies and programs within the creative industries that are relevant to the students' chosen fields of work/practice; and
3. Undertake effective communication of an idea or concept central to their chosen field of practice.
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
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 - think globally about issues in their profession
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - be self-aware
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
Learning outcomes
After successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Demonstrate knowledge of the key theories and examples of cultural policy, cultural and creative industries, and creative labour;
2. Identify specific practices, policies and programs within the creative industries that are relevant to the students' chosen fields of work/practice; and
3. Undertake effective communication of an idea or concept central to their chosen field of practice.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
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 - think globally about issues in their profession
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - be self-aware
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
Prerequisites
None.Corequisites
None.Incompatible units
None.Equivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
None.
Availability for enrolment in 2025 is subject to change and may not be confirmed until closer to the teaching start date.
| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 29 July 2024 | Online | Dr Denise Thwaites |
| 2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 29 July 2024 | On-Campus | Dr Denise Thwaites |
| 2025 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 28 July 2025 | Online | Dr Denise Thwaites |
| 2025 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 28 July 2025 | On-Campus | Dr Denise Thwaites |
The information provided should be used as a guide only. Timetables may not be finalised until week 2 of the teaching period and are subject to change. Search for the unit
timetable.
Required texts
Unit readings are supplied via Canvas.
Participation requirements
This unit is delivered through an intensive workshop and learning activities provided online. Attendance and participation in the intensive workshop and online activities are neccessary to achieve the learning outcomes of this unit.
Required IT skills
Competency with online research and Microsoft Office programs are required to complete assessment tasks for this unit.
Work placement, internships or practicums
None
