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
Successful applicants for specific overseas McCusker Centre for Citizenship programs can enrol in this unit. It involves a student exchange to a centre focused on citizenship at an overseas university or institution. It focuses on bringing a global dimension to the McCusker Centre for Citizenship's vision of fostering caring, connected and socially engaged citizens who actively contribute to the wellbeing of their communities. Opportunities available at partner institutions vary, but may involve:
- undertaking an internship arranged by the host centre
- undertaking coursework offered by the host centre
- contributing to or developing a global citizenship curriculum
- participating in projects or activities of the host centre
- Credit
- 6 points
- Offering
(see Timetable) Availability Location Mode Non-standard teaching period India Face to face Semester 2 New York Face to face - Details for undergraduate courses
- Level 3 elective
- Outcomes
Students are able to (1) evaluate how the concept of citizenship can be globalised; (2) demonstrate an understanding of global citizenship education; and (3) demonstrate an understanding of a different culture's practices of citizenship.
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) news or blog article; (2) presentation on an aspect of global citizenship education; and (3) evaluation by host centre supervisor. 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
- Prerequisites
- Successful application through the McCusker Centre
- 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):Travel, visa and subsistence costs (estimated cost - $2000). - Contact hours
- Minimum 150 hours of activities
- Note
- Please visit the McCusker Centre for Citizenship website at https://www.mccuskercentre.uwa.edu.au
for details on application processes and deadlines for overseas opportunities.
- 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.
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.