Studying online
There are now 2 possible online modes for units:
Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.
Click on an offering mode for more details.
Unit Overview
- Description
This unit introduces students to the history, politics and socio-cultural context of French Polynesia. It allows participants to explore the colonial past of French Polynesia, to analyse the notion of ‘common destiny' and debate these notions for the various peoples of Polynesia. Students travel to Tahiti for two weeks for an intensive cultural and language experience and research. While in-country, students will attend various lectures by experts from the University of French Polynesia and engage with the local community.
This unit is offered with the support of the Australian government's New Colombo Plan (NCP) funding initiative and as such the associated costs for travel related expenses are partly covered.
- Credit
- 6 points
- Offering
Availability Location Mode Not available in 2024 Tahiti Face to face - Details for undergraduate courses
- Level 2 elective
- Substitute unit for any one Level 2 units (6 points) for the French Studies major
- Outcomes
Students are able to (1) demonstrate intermediate to advanced levels of language proficiency in written and spoken French
; (2) use independent learning skills, research skills and interpersonal skills
; (3) engage with the local community and show an awareness of intercultural communication and experience
; and (4) analyse the socio-cultural context of French Polynesia.
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) oral assessments; (2) short assignments; and (3) participation. Further information is available in the unit outline.
Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.
- Unit Coordinator(s)
- Sabine Kuuse
- Unit rules
- Prerequisites
- one of FREN1402, FREN1404, FREN1406 or equivalent as assessed by the Convenor of French Studies, and approval of the course coordinator
- Incompatibility
- FREN3300 Language and Culture in French Polynesia (ID 7188)
and FREN4300 Language and Culture in French Polynesia (ID 7199)
Approved quota: 15—upon academic merit - Incidental fees
- Incidental student fees and charges are costs incurred by students as part of their studies at UWA that are in addition to their tuition fees (further information is available here).
Participation in this unit will incur the following incidental fee(s):(1) Overseas field trip (estimated cost - $3000-$3500 ($3000 reimbursed from NCP Funding))
(2) Entrance fees to museums and monuments (estimated cost - @$300). - Contact hours
- This intensive study tour in Tahiti will include pre-departure meetings and post-departure debriefing sessions, and will involve in excess of 50 hours of face-to-face instruction in addition to a rich cultural and social experience.
- Note
- Please note this program will run in 2025 (June-July TBC). Interested students should email the unit coordinator.
NCP funding available for students who meet the required eligibility criteria.
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
- Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.