Unit rationale, description and aim
The contemporary workforce requires culturally competent graduates able to apply knowledge and skills derived from learning experiences that develop a deeper knowledge of the world and a heightened awareness of different peoples and cultures.
GLST304 requires students to enhance the study undertaken in their Global Studies degree via either study at ACU’s Rome campus, or one of ACU's international partner universities. In exceptional circumstances where students are not able to travel for a semester, a student may be allowed to undertake this unit in Australia via internationally focused coursework or as a short international travel experience (STISE) combined with internationally focused coursework.
The aim of this unit a deeper knowledge of the world inside and outside Australia and make Global Studies graduates more employable in the global marketplace.
Students in the Bachelor of International Development Studies Degree may opt to study overseas.
Learning outcomes
To successfully complete this unit you will be able to demonstrate you have achieved the learning outcomes (LO) detailed in the below table.
Each outcome is informed by a number of graduate capabilities (GC) to ensure your work in this, and every unit, is part of a larger goal of graduating from ACU with the attributes of insight, empathy, imagination and impact.
Explore the graduate capabilities.
Describe theoretical and technical knowledge conne...
Learning Outcome 01
Analyse, evaluate and transmit information arising...
Learning Outcome 02
Apply knowledge and skills related to the chosen u...
Learning Outcome 03
Content
This depends on the student’s choice of study option.
Assessment strategy and rationale
Assessment procedures for students undertaking formal study programs will vary according to the requirements of the chosen unit.
Overview of assessments
Assessment Task 1 Academic Assignments (per spec...
Assessment Task 1
Academic Assignments (per specification of the approved unit)
100%
Learning and teaching strategy and rationale
Students will study the unit at an international partner university or in an international unit approved by the National School of Arts and Humanities. Teaching and learning strategies will vary according to the country chosen and the option selected.
In exceptional circumstances, students may be allowed to undertake this experience in Australia via internationally-focused coursework. These exceptions operate as per section 5.6 of the Academic Regulations.