AIX390 - Australia Today: An Introduction to Australia
Unit details
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| Offering information: | * In Trimester 3 only, this unit is offered in intensive mode commencing early January at the Burwood Campus only. |
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| Enrolment modes: | (B*) |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Cohort rule: | (This unit is available only to International students) |
| Unit chair: | G Robinson |
| Incompatible with: | AIX290, AIX292, AIX392 |
Note:Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
The unit studies current debates, issues and concerns in the understanding of contemporary Australian society and culture. It focuses on the interests of international students who need skills and understandings for work and study in Australia. Through an introduction to the key issues facing Australians today, the unit aims to develop students' skills for working and communicating in the international context; locate Australia in various global contexts, within the British Empire, Asia, the global economy, politics and international relations; and take an international perspective on diversity and difference in Australian culture and society, through a range of studies of popular culture, sport, settlement, landscape and people.Assessment
Class paper and participation - 10%
Field Report - 30%
Major Essay - 40%
In class test - 20%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $733 | $733 | $2192 | $2359 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.