hus1fas rethinking our humanity
RETHINKING OUR HUMANITY
HUS1FAS
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this core interdisciplinary subject for the Bachelor of Arts we explore some of the most interesting questions that are under discussion in the University today. In "Rethinking Our Humanity" we examine the human experience, the complexity of human identity, and the shape of our human future. We also seek to practice and develop the critical academic capabilities that are necessary to your success as an undergraduate student. The subject is delivered in small group seminars that allow you to connect with fellow students and a dedicated member of academic staff. Disciplines studied in this subject include Aboriginal Studies, Anthropology, Archaeology, Legal Studies, English, Gender, Sexuality and Diversity Studies, History, Philosophy, Politics and Sociology.
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorZoe Thomas
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions Ordinarily, students enrolled in a Bachelor of Arts should complete this core subject in their first semester of enrolment.
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Work collaboratively towards a common research goal in small groups over several weeks, resulting in a presentation.
- Activities:
- Group project.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Study and Learning Skills)
02. Practice critical-thinking and creative problem-solving skills in academic tasks of reading, writing, and presentation to peers.
- Activities:
- Group project, seminar exercises, critical analysis assessment.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
03. Demonstrate research skills including the ability to effectively access, and evaluate the quality of, electronic and paper-based archival materials, and to understand the difference between qualitative and quantitative research.
- Activities:
- Group project, seminar exercises, critical analysis assessment.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Study and Learning Skills)
04. Demonstrate effective communication through the practice of oral and written communication.
- Activities:
- Group project, seminar exercises, critical analysis assessment, exam.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
05. Differentiate between primary and secondary sources and produce a written analysis of these sources.
- Activities:
- Critical analysis assessment.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
06. Demonstrate the ability to synthesise and recall subject-related concepts and scholarship in a written exam.
- Activities:
- Exam.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Study and Learning Skills)
Subject options
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Albury-Wodonga, 2019, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorZoe Thomas
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on any day including weekend from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
"Online lecture delivered via LMS"
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Collaborative learning in small groups"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Analysis Assessment 1,200 words | 30 | 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Exam Equivalent to 1,200 words | 30 | 04, 06 | |
| Group project Equivalent to 800 words | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Seminar exercises Equivalent to 800 words | 20 | 02, 03, 04 |
Bendigo, 2019, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorZoe Thomas
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on any day including weekend from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
"Online lecture delivered via LMS"
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Collaborative learning in small groups"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Analysis Assessment 1,200 words | 30 | 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Exam Equivalent to 1,200 words | 30 | 04, 06 | |
| Group project Equivalent to 800 words | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Seminar exercises Equivalent to 800 words | 20 | 02, 03, 04 |
Melbourne, 2019, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorZoe Thomas
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on any day including weekend from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
"Online lecture delivered via LMS"
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Collaborative learning in small groups"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Analysis Assessment 1,200 words | 30 | 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Exam Equivalent to 1,200 words | 30 | 04, 06 | |
| Group project Equivalent to 800 words | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Seminar exercises Equivalent to 800 words | 20 | 02, 03, 04 |
Melbourne, 2019, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorZoe Thomas
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on any day including weekend from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"Online lecture delivered via LMS"
SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Collaborative learning in small groups"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Analysis Assessment 1,200 words | 30 | 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Exam Equivalent to 1,200 words | 30 | 04, 06 | |
| Group project Equivalent to 800 words | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Seminar exercises Equivalent to 800 words | 20 | 02, 03, 04 |
Mildura, 2019, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorZoe Thomas
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on any day including weekend from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
"Online lecture delivered via LMS"
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Collaborative learning in small groups"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Analysis Assessment 1,200 words | 30 | 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Exam Equivalent to 1,200 words | 30 | 04, 06 | |
| Group project Equivalent to 800 words | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Seminar exercises Equivalent to 800 words | 20 | 02, 03, 04 |
Shepparton, 2019, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorZoe Thomas
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on any day including weekend from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
"Online lecture delivered via LMS"
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Collaborative learning in small groups"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Analysis Assessment 1,200 words | 30 | 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Exam Equivalent to 1,200 words | 30 | 04, 06 | |
| Group project Equivalent to 800 words | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Seminar exercises Equivalent to 800 words | 20 | 02, 03, 04 |