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hus1fas rethinking our humanity

RETHINKING OUR HUMANITY

HUS1FAS

2020

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

In this subject, you will explore some of the most interesting questions under discussion in the Humanities and Social Sciences today. Together, we will examine human culture, identity, diversity and uniqueness to better understand what it means to be human. The subject covers a range of topics that contemplate current and historical human narratives, considering a spectrum of humanity from our relationships with animals to the role of technology and artificial intelligence in our cyber-bound futures. The interdisciplinary nature of this subject allows questions about humanity to be viewed through multiple disciplinary lenses, including Sociology, English, Gender, Sexuality and Diversity Studies, History, Philosophy and Politics. The subject is delivered in small group seminars that allow you to connect with fellow students and work closely with a dedicated member of academic staff. We also train you in vital academic skills # such as critical thinking, effective research methods and the craft of academic writing # all of which are necessary for your success at university.

SchoolHumanities and Social Sciences

Credit points15

Subject Co-ordinatorJuliane Roemhild

Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes

Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG

Available as ElectiveNo

Learning ActivitiesN/A

Capstone subjectNo

Subject particulars

Subject rules

PrerequisitesN/A

Co-requisitesN/A

Incompatible subjectsN/A

Equivalent subjectsN/A

Quota Management StrategyN/A

Quota-conditions or rulesN/A

Special conditionsOrdinarily, students enrolled in a Bachelor of Arts on a regional campus, should complete this core subject in their first semester of enrolment.

Minimum credit point requirementN/A

Assumed knowledgeN/A

Career Ready

Career-focusedNo

Work-based learningNo

Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A

Entire subject or partial subjectN/A

Total hours/days requiredN/A

Location of WBL activity (region)N/A

WBL addtional requirementsN/A

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

Graduate Capabilities

COMMUNICATION - Communicating and Influencing
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Creativity and Innovation
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Research and Evidence-Based Inquiry
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Leadership and Teamwork

Intended Learning Outcomes

01. Work collaboratively towards a common research goal.
02. Implement critical-thinking and creative problem-solving skills in academic tasks of reading, writing, and presentation to peers.
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.
04. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.

Subject options

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Albury-Wodonga, 2020, Semester 1, Blended

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJuliane Roemhild

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.00 hour 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 2.00 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 elementCommentsCategoryContributionHurdle%ILO*
Critical Analysis Assessment Equivalent to 1200 words Staged essay writing assessment.N/AN/AN/ANo30SILO2, SILO3, SILO4
Group Project Equivalent to 800 words Includes an in-class research skills activity and an in-class group presentation.N/AN/AN/ANo30SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4
Critical Reading Portfolio Equivalent to 2000 words Following the submission of an initial critical reading response worth 10%, students will work towards the submission of a portfolio of their three best critical reading responses from seven in-class activities across the semester.N/AN/AN/ANo40SILO2, SILO3, SILO4

Bendigo, 2020, Semester 1, Blended

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJuliane Roemhild

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.00 hour 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 2.00 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 elementCommentsCategoryContributionHurdle%ILO*
Critical Analysis Assessment Equivalent to 1200 words Staged essay writing assessment.N/AN/AN/ANo30SILO2, SILO3, SILO4
Group Project Equivalent to 800 words Includes an in-class research skills activity and an in-class group presentation.N/AN/AN/ANo30SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4
Critical Reading Portfolio Equivalent to 2000 words Following the submission of an initial critical reading response worth 10%, students will work towards the submission of a portfolio of their three best critical reading responses from seven in-class activities across the semester.N/AN/AN/ANo40SILO2, SILO3, SILO4

Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 1, Blended

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJuliane Roemhild

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.00 hour 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 2.00 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 elementCommentsCategoryContributionHurdle%ILO*
Critical Analysis Assessment Equivalent to 1200 words Staged essay writing assessment.N/AN/AN/ANo30SILO2, SILO3, SILO4
Group Project Equivalent to 800 words Includes an in-class research skills activity and an in-class group presentation.N/AN/AN/ANo30SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4
Critical Reading Portfolio Equivalent to 2000 words Following the submission of an initial critical reading response worth 10%, students will work towards the submission of a portfolio of their three best critical reading responses from seven in-class activities across the semester.N/AN/AN/ANo40SILO2, SILO3, SILO4

Mildura, 2020, Semester 1, Blended

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJuliane Roemhild

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.00 hour 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 2.00 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 elementCommentsCategoryContributionHurdle%ILO*
Critical Analysis Assessment Equivalent to 1200 words Staged essay writing assessment.N/AN/AN/ANo30SILO2, SILO3, SILO4
Group Project Equivalent to 800 words Includes an in-class research skills activity and an in-class group presentation.N/AN/AN/ANo30SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4
Critical Reading Portfolio Equivalent to 2000 words Following the submission of an initial critical reading response worth 10%, students will work towards the submission of a portfolio of their three best critical reading responses from seven in-class activities across the semester.N/AN/AN/ANo40SILO2, SILO3, SILO4

Shepparton, 2020, Semester 1, Blended

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJuliane Roemhild

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.00 hour 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 2.00 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 elementCommentsCategoryContributionHurdle%ILO*
Critical Analysis Assessment Equivalent to 1200 words Staged essay writing assessment.N/AN/AN/ANo30SILO2, SILO3, SILO4
Group Project Equivalent to 800 words Includes an in-class research skills activity and an in-class group presentation.N/AN/AN/ANo30SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4
Critical Reading Portfolio Equivalent to 2000 words Following the submission of an initial critical reading response worth 10%, students will work towards the submission of a portfolio of their three best critical reading responses from seven in-class activities across the semester.N/AN/AN/ANo40SILO2, SILO3, SILO4