POLIS 3105EX - International Study Tour: Politics III
External - Summer - 2020
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code POLIS 3105EX Course International Study Tour: Politics III Coordinating Unit Politics and International Relations Term Summer Level Undergraduate Location/s External Units 3 Contact 36 hours intensive over 3 weeks Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Prerequisites At least 6 units of Level II undergraduate study Incompatible POLIS 2137 Quota Places are limited. Students will be selected based on GPA and an interview with the course coordinator. Students will need to enrol as part of the normal enrolment process; those selected will be notified before the semester teaching starts. Assessment Research essay 40%, Analytical Blog 40%, Tutorial Work 20%. Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Tom Buchanan
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1 demonstrate a close understanding of the political culture and institutions of a foreign
country2 conduct primary research on selected policy and institutional issues relating to a foreign
country3 demonstrate skills and competencies in intercultural awareness 4 show enhanced critical thinking and analytical skills 5 better understand their disciplinary study by seeing it in an international context 6 demonstrate confidence in a foreign environment and a well-developed sense of social
responsibility through engagement with local communities7 demonstrate high level written and oral communication skills 最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Deep discipline knowledge
- informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies
- acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1
- accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)
1, 2, 4, 5 Critical thinking and problem solving
- steeped in research methods and rigor
- based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development
- demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment
2, 3, 4 Teamwork and communication skills
- developed from, with, and via the SGDE
- honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies
- encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning
3, 6, 7 Career and leadership readiness
- technology savvy
- professional and, where relevant, fully accredited
- forward thinking and well informed
- tested and validated by work based experiences
1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 Intercultural and ethical competency
- adept at operating in other cultures
- comfortable with different nationalities and social contexts
- able to determine and contribute to desirable social outcomes
- demonstrated by study abroad or with an understanding of indigenous knowledges
1, 3, 5, 6 Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
- a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal
- open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers
- able to negotiate difficult social situations, defuse conflict and engage positively in purposeful debate
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
Textbook or Course Reader, and access to MyUni. Other resources to be determined by focus of study.
Recommended Resources
Access to standard student IT facilities (especially web access while away from campus).Online Learning
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
This course is comprised primarily of seminars and in-country activities. The seminars will introduce the key concepts, theories and themes, using a combination of multi-media sources (e.g. slides, videos, web-links). In addition, the seminars will include small-group activities and semi-structured debates on the relevant topics. The in-country activities will vary depending on the specific tour.Workload
No information currently available.
Learning Activities Summary
This course is designed to run intensively over a three week period (1 week in Adelaide and 2 weeks overseas). The nature of the course content and topics will vary according to the country visited, and to the specific political context relevant at the time of the visit.Specific Course Requirements
Students will spend two weeks overseas. Study Overseas will ensure compliance with all requirements.Small Group Discovery Experience
This course will offer students a short term, but intensive engagement and close interaction with experts in the discipline field and the relevant country of study. In addition, seminars will include small-group activities and semi-structured discussions designed to provide students with a fulfilling 'small group discovery experience'. -
Assessment
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- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
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Assessment Detail
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Submission
Essays must be submitted electronically, through Turnitin. The relevant link will be available on MyUni.
The official procedure and form to apply for extensions is: /policies/3303
Late assignments without an approved extension will be penalised at the rate of 2% (2 marks) per day.
There is a cut-off period of 7 days (including weekends and public holidays), after which late submissions without a formal extension will not be accepted/marked. In the case of late submissions with a formal extension approved, the cut-off date is 7 days (including weekends and public holidays) from the revised due date, at 11:59pm.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
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