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.

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Unit Overview

Description

The McCusker Centre for Citizenship offers structured, quality internships with not-for-profit, community and government organisations locally, regionally, and globally. Undergraduate students gain insight and experience in areas such as social justice, community development, environmental conservation, the provision of care, human rights, advocacy, community capacity building and activism. Internships involve 100 hours of work, and students' applied experience is supplemented with classes and assessments that contextualise and prompt critical reflection about civic engagement, delivering a broad and rich educational experience.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Non-standard teaching periodUWA (Perth)Face to face
Non-standard teaching periodUWA (Perth)Face to face
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Semester 2UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Level 3 core unit in the Humanities in Health and Medicine major sequence
  • Level 3 option in the Applied Human Geography; Human Rights; Geographical and Spatial Science; International Relations major sequences
  • Level 3 elective
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) engage in work in a community context; (2) demonstrate understanding of their professional responsibility to use their knowledge and skills to make a difference in their organisation; (3) discuss how their internship supported their learning about social challenges in the community and their capacity to make a difference; and (4) evaluate opportunities for exchange between the organisation stakeholders and the student, and the benefits gained by both through the internship.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) professional conduct, assessed through class attendance, completion of communicative and administrative requirements for the unit, and an evaluation from the organisational supervisor; (2) journal reflection; and (3) seminar participation. Further information is available in the unit outline.



This unit is assessed on an ungraded pass/ungraded failed basis. All assessment items must be successfully completed.

Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Catherine Martin
Unit rules
Incompatibility
SVLG1002 SVLG2002
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):
Some internships may require students to pay for a police check or working with children check. (estimated cost - $11-$55).
Contact hours
internship experience: approximately 100 hours
McCusker Centre attendance: approximately 8 hours
Note
McCusker Centre for Citizenship Internships are awarded through a competitive application process. Submit an application by the published deadline for the desired semester at https://www.mccuskercentre.uwa.edu.au
  • 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.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • 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.