Introduction to International Studies (8668.3)

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Introduction to International Studies
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EFTSL Credit points Faculty
0.125 3 Faculty Of Arts And Design
Discipline Study level HECS Bands
Discipline Of Communication And Media 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)
This unit would introduce students to the inter-disciplinary nature of International Studies. It will focus on global issues, their complexity and rationale for International Studies as a discipline. The unit will explore the historical, geographical, political and anthropological context of global issues and how these impinge upon our understanding of various issues. The unit would explore connections and linkages between regions and the world and how these connections complicate international issues and the response of global and regional institutions. Students will be able to understand the local/global nexus and map changes around us in a geographical and historical context.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Understand the inter-disciplinary nature of International Studies; understand the connection between geography, history, politics and cultures of global communities; explore the global and regional context of global issues; understand the local and global dynamics of issues; and
2. Understand the need to be a global citizen and understand the world around us; critically engage with various issues in a global context; critically analyze and present arguments about current global issues.


Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
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


Skills development

  • UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
  • UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
  • UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
  • UC graduates are global citizens - think globally about issues in their profession


Prerequisites

None

Incompatible units

None

Equivalent units

None

Assumed knowledge

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

Required texts

Required Textbook - Anderson, Sheldon, et.al, International Studies: An Interdisciplinary Approach *any edition is fine.

Additional Readings and resources will be made available on the Canvas site.

The readings above are not an exhaustive list but are sources of information for tutorial discussions and essay writing which students should supplement with their own research. Supplemental readings will be available via Canvas.

Submission of assessment items

Extensions & Late submissions

All assessment items will be submitted online via the unit Canvas site.  The first page of each assessment submission should include the following information:

Student Name:

Student ID:

Assessment Name:

Word Count (if applicable).

Special assessment requirements

Please consult with the unit convenor, or relevant organisation, at the start of the semester if you have any special needs.

Students must apply academic integrity in their learning and research activities at UC. This includes submitting authentic and original work for assessments and properly acknowledging any sources used.

Academic integrity involves the ethical, honest and responsible use, creation and sharing of information. It is critical to the quality of higher education. Our academic integrity values are honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility and courage.

UC students have to complete the Academic Integrity Module annually to learn about academic integrity and to understand the consequences of academic integrity breaches (or academic misconduct).

UC uses various strategies and systems, including detection software, to identify potential breaches of academic integrity. Suspected breaches may be investigated, and action can be taken when misconduct is found to have occurred.

Information is provided in the Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Integrity Procedure, and University of Canberra (Student Conduct) Rules 2023. For further advice, visit Study Skills.

Inclusion and engagement

It is strongly recommended that students who need assistance in undertaking the unit because of disability or an ongoing health condition register with the Inclusion and Welfare Service as soon as possible so that reasonable adjustment arrangements can be made.

Participation requirements

None.

Required IT skills

Basic competency in word processing.

The ability to make effective use of the library's databases and e-journals for research purposes.

Work placement, internships or practicums

None