Found 264 study abroad units
EUB151 Nations and Nationalism in Modern Europe
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- School/discipline
- School of Education
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit provides you with an understanding of matters pertinent to the evolution of nationalism in Europe in the modern era. This will include the influence of social movements, cultural and economic issues (1640-1990). Nationalism, nationhood and national identity have become subjects of heated debate in the post-cold war world. But what is nationalism? What constitutes a nation and how does nationality become one of the primary bases for the construction of individual and collective identities? This unit offers you the ability to critically evaluate the work of professional historians. You will explore how available evidence and methodologies employed influence cultural and political factors and shape the messages and values that historians advocate through their writing. These practices promote understandings of how historians work, the rules that govern their methods, the reliability of historical knowledge and the value of history socially and culturally.
EUB150 World Regions
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- School/discipline
- School of Education
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit offers an introduction to geography as a discipline and provides an overview of the physical and human characteristics of the world's geographical regions, and zones (e.g. climate zones and biomes). With a focus on the interactions between people and environments you will gain an understanding of geographical processes that shape the identity of places. Geographical processes are both bio-physical and anthropogenic in nature and result in patterns of change over time and space which has implications for people and places. Using an inquiry approach, you will explore the regions, sub-regions and zones of the world to develop and apply analytical and communication skills as well as the specific geographical skills of mapping and representing data. The skills and understanding developed in this course provide practical value to professions including journalism, teaching, law, hazard management, global security, conservation and environmental science.
KWB113 Introduction to Creative Writing
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- School/discipline
- Creative Writing
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit provides the fundamental skills for writing fiction and poetry as well as the basic theoretical background that underpins them. It looks at the foundational techniques required to write successfully in each mode and explores how a practitioner might best approach both writing and critical analysis in the contemporary context. It develops a critical understanding of your own and others’ approaches to writing life. You will be encouraged to develop the skills required for professional writing through a series of tasks that introduce key concepts such as characterisation, constructing a scene, writing dialogue, and creating imagery.
CJB303 Political Communication
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- School/discipline
- Journalism
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit surveys the theory and professional practices of political and governmental communication, especially through journalism, media and communications industries. It examines contemporary and historical political issues and communications in Australia and internationally from the perspectives of democratic theory, media influence, strategic image, and issue management. The unit comprises an overview of theoretical approaches to political communication, the construction of political discourse, and the mobilisation of audiences/voters; an understanding of the relationship between communication strategies and the management of politics, with cases drawn from Australian and international politics. Students will develop the capacity to critically appraise strategic issues such as political persuasion, electoral strategy, uses/impacts of digital and social media, and public opinion formation and to create messages about issues connected to politics and government.
CJB305 Longform News Production
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- School/discipline
- Journalism
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Longform journalism continues to evolve on a range of platforms, with digital media tools providing exciting storytelling possibilities, including podcasts and multimedia features. This unit provides an opportunity for students to apply their advanced journalistic skills in producing longform non-fiction content, primarily using audio or video. You will learn how to generate story ideas and news angles, and select the most appropriate format for telling stories. You will then use research, interviewing and production skills to produce engaging content. This unit also provides opportunities for reflection and constructive critique of your work. The unit aids you in producing credible non-fiction content in a dynamic and appealing style, applying skills that are transferable to areas outside journalism. It also provides awareness of the market for longform non-fiction content.
CJB304 Critical Issues in News and Factual Media
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- School/discipline
- Journalism
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This advanced unit engages with critical and contemporary issues that are upending news media business practices, values, and trends. It builds upon core knowledge and skills, and is designed to increase confidence in your analytical capacity and problem solving ability as a future reporters and factual storytellers in a rapidly changing industry. Drawing on the latest from our world-leading researchers, this unit will enable you will apply historical, economic, political, technological, and cultural perspectives to understand and master the real world issues facing the factual media landscape.
DXB111 Introduction to Web Design
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- School/discipline
- Interaction Design
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit introduces concepts and skills underpinning the user-centred design of web sites using the web technologies such as HTML and CSS. It enables you to understand web technologies as a medium to explore design concepts and to build responsive, high-fidelity, mobile-first web sites. This includes translating conceptual designs into responsive websites while taking into account principles of interface and user experience design, layout, style and navigation. The unit enables you to formulate solutions to design problems, to produce high quality technical and aesthetic outcomes, and to understand the basic skills needed by web design professionals.
KMB129 Composition and Sound Design in Digital Environments
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- School/discipline
- Music
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Building on recording fundamentals, this unit introduces students to digital music creation, sound synthesis, and interactive audio technologies used across contemporary music, gaming, and multimedia industries. Students develop fluency with Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), synthesizers, sampling technologies, and programming environments, creating original compositions that demonstrate understanding of digital music production workflows. The unit prepares students for careers in electronic music production, sound design, and technology-enhanced performance while emphasising creative application of technical knowledge.
KMB127 Music Studies
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- School/discipline
- Music
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit develops students' ability to understand and articulate music's role in cultural, social, and industry contexts, building critical thinking skills essential for informed creative practice. Students explore diverse musical traditions including Australian First Peoples' music, examining how globalisation, technology, race, gender, and economics shape music production and consumption. The unit connects scholarly analysis with practical application, helping students position their own creative work within broader cultural conversations and industry trends.
BAB302 Impact Lab: Community and Industry Engagement
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- School/discipline
- School of Creative Arts
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit will enable you to consolidate and apply the knowledge and skills you have learned and experienced over your course. Through a community or industry project you will identify and analyse an authentic challenge, offer and defend a creative solution, and reflect on your strengths and career readiness to action the solution. Drawing on interdisciplinary research and insights this unit will enable you to apply examples that consider social and cultural sustainability, technological solutions and impact, and personal perspectives and ethics when responding to real world opportunities and challenges.
KMB119 Sound Recording and Audio Production
Unit information
- School/discipline
- Music
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit provides you with the essential technical foundations for contemporary music production, introducing you to professional recording, editing, and mixing practices used across the industry. You will develop critical listening skills and hands-on proficiency with digital audio workstations, microphone techniques, and studio workflows. The unit emphasises practical application through real recording projects, preparing you for roles in music production, audio engineering, and content creation. Sustainability concepts related to music production, including gender inclusivity, cultural awareness, responsible technology use, equipment lifecycle management, and energy-efficient production practices are integrated throughout.
KMB117 Creative Musicianship
Unit information
- School/discipline
- Music
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This foundational unit develops core musicianship skills while guiding students to discover and articulate their emerging creative voice across contemporary music practices. Students build practical fluency in melody, harmony, rhythm, form, and musical communication through individual exploration and collaborative music-making that spans diverse genres and creative approaches. The unit emphasises creative identity development through musical creation, arranging, improvisation, and ensemble work, while introducing industry-standard documentation and presentation practices. Students explore career pathways through case study analysis and develop professional skills through simulated industry scenarios including creative briefs, collaborative projects with defined roles, and professional presentation formats.
EUB010 Real World Integrated STEM Education
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- School/discipline
- School of Education
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
Unit synopsis
This unit equips you to understand how Integrated STEM contributes to the investigation and solution of real-world problems, where this field aligns with the Early Years Learning Framework and the Australian Curriculum, and how learners learn through contextualised Integrated STEM projects. The unit promotes skills for developing innovative pedagogies and strategies for integrating curriculum to create real-world STEM education in classrooms. The unit enables you to build on teaching areas related to science, technology, engineering and/or mathematics, appropriate to the context in which you will teach. The Integrated STEM approach enables prior discipline, curriculum and pedagogical knowledge to be framed in authentic learning contexts that simulate real-world practice.
EUB005 The Global Teacher, Learner and Citizen
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- School/discipline
- School of Education
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
Unit synopsis
This unit will provide you with opportunities to develop your capacity to teach in an interconnected, diverse and rapidly changing world. Building on your knowledge and expertise gained from your core units, the unit considers how learners can critically examine global developments that are significant to both the world at large and their own lives. Practitioner examples together with a variety of subject matter drawn from frameworks for global education including; global competence, intercultural education, global citizenship education, values education and education for sustainable development, will be considered through which key principles and practices of contemporary pedagogy will be explored. This unit will enhance your understanding of how a global and intercultural outlook can be embedded within your education setting.
JSB338 Action and Advocacy for Child Protection
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- School/discipline
- School of Justice
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit equips you with essential skills for child protection advocacy and awareness. Understanding child protection practice is crucial for justice professionals in violence prevention and criminology. It enables you to identify harm and intervene in cases of maltreatment, ensuring the safety and well-being of children. Knowledge of child protection systems, and trauma-informed and culturally competent practices enhances your ability to support vulnerable families and contribute to a safer society. You will practice interviewing parents, conducting risk assessments, and creating case plans. This unit provides the foundation needed to make a meaningful impact in these fields.
EUB004 Including Students with Learning Difficulties
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- School/discipline
- School of Education
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
The aims of this unit are twofold: a) to develop your knowledge of the learning characteristics of students with learning difficulties (in reading, writing and math) and b) to build your capability to design evidence-based educational resources for supporting these students in inclusive contexts. This option unit will focus on evidence-based strategies to ensure identification and high quality instruction for students with specific learning difficulties (dyslexia, dysgraphia and dyscalculia) within a tiered support system. As a pre-service teacher, you will develop your competence to disseminate your scholarly knowledge to professional audiences.
JSB339 Understanding Trauma in Criminology
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- School/discipline
- School of Justice
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit addresses the ways in which trauma is important to theory and practice in criminal justice and social justice discourse. Trauma informed practice is explored in ways that introduce students to theory and skills in order to inform their engagement with policy and practice and expand their understanding of professional work in criminal justice. This is particularly important in understanding intergenerational trauma in Indigenous and other vulnerable communities. This unit will help to prepare you for careers working in criminal justice agencies and policy development in criminal justice related fields.
DFB216 Wearables
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- School/discipline
- Fashion
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit introduces wearable product design for the purposes of enhancing the user experience within a given context. It provides knowledge and skills to design interactive wearable products. It focuses on demonstrating the use of emerging technologies and rapid prototyping techniques for the purposes of designing wearable products that enhance the user experience within a given context. This unit is designed as an intermediate experience of your course and as such it is desirable that you have completed design foundation units, tangible media or textiles and technology units prior to enrolling in this unit. This unit provides you with opportunities to build, develop and apply creative design proficiency in the context of wearable design and wearable technologies.
KYB210 Art and Social Change
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- School/discipline
- School of Creative Arts
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit critically examines the relationship between art, culture and social change. Drawing on art in its broadest multidisciplinary sense, you will learn about: Some key examples of art's relationship to social change since 1945, including visual, audio, and performance practices and movements. The impact of art as both a stimulus to and response to cultural, social and environmental issues The power dynamics underpinning the creation of and representation of diverse identities and communities in art, including First Nations perspectives. The responsibility of artists as creative practitioners and cultural intermediaries and the importance of critical and contextual research in creating work for publics. This unit builds on some of the foundational concepts and approaches introduced in KYB110 Art, Text and Context.
DFB209 Global Fashion History
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- School/discipline
- Fashion
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit introduces the foundations of fashion history through a global perspective of trade, culture and style flows between the West and the East. It presents a new approach to the study of fashion history as an exchange between cultures through a critical and interdisciplinary approach. The unit provides you with the opportunity to build your fashion knowledge in the context of complex global cultural and commercial exchanges in fashion. It unravels competing cultural and political discourses of dress in colonial contexts, recognising the multiple sites that contributed to the emergence of fashion. It provides you with skills in written and oral communication; research and visual analysis; and creative skills. Importantly, it will help you to identify and understand current influences and future directions in contemporary fashion design.
DFB208 Fashion Textiles
Unit information
- School/discipline
- Fashion
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit covers applied textile design in the past, present and future. It will explore the cultural, social and industrial significance of textiles. The unit will provide opportunities to learn about the techniques involved with textile production. You will draw on this to experiment with and design textiles in line with industry trends and challenges, and explore avenues in speculative design into textile futures.
KWB212 Poetry and Poetics
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- School/discipline
- Creative Writing
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
This unit provides important creative and critical skills in writing poetry and cultivating an understanding of how to interpret and use poetic techniques. It explores a spectrum of contemporary and traditional forms of poetry, and is designed for those who are interested in poetics and the use of words in precise, innovative, concentrated and musical ways. It equips students with knowledge of the techniques, poetic forms and modes, and the opportunity to apply this vocabulary in analysing and reading a wide range of contemporary poetry. The unit provides key creative and critical skills in writing poetry, while offering you the chance to practice in a variety of poetic forms and modes, reflectively writing about your own poetry and analytically writing about the stylistics of another person’s work. The unit occurs at the mid-point of the creative writing major, preparing you for the advanced work of third year.
KWB211 Creative Writing: Style and Technique
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- School/discipline
- Creative Writing
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit is a masterclass in literary style. Each week in this unit we will look at how one writer produces a particular technique or effect well, we will unpack at a language level exactly what they are doing, and then we will use this understanding to produce a written piece for the week employing that technique. In essence, this unit provides an opportunity to develop different writing techniques through guided writing exercises and theoretical analyses of texts with an emphasis on style and effect. Here you move beyond the basic elements of fiction and develop advanced techniques in creative and professional writing at a low, language-oriented level. Intensive tutorial-based work, self-directed creative practice, guided critical analysis and asynchronous on-line activities characterise the teaching and learning in this unit.
JSB382 Reform and the Justice System
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- School/discipline
- School of Justice
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit delves into the heart of Australia’s justice system, examining contemporary challenges and injustices. You will explore critical areas such as immigration, welfare, and criminal justice, and learn to identify and prevent injustices. The course provides a deep understanding of restorative justice theories and their practical applications, and addresses crucial issues of gender and race. You’ll gain the necessary skills to identify the sources of injustice and bring about meaningful, impactful reform. This unit will empower you to make a difference in policy and politics.
JSB383 Embracing Diversity in Investigative Practice
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- School/discipline
- School of Justice
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit underscores the importance of cultural competence in investigative practice. It emphasises that investigators, to be effective, must understand and respect the diversity and vulnerability of the people they work with. This allows them to gather evidence more effectively, navigate the unique challenges diverse communities face, and engage more empathetically during investigations. The unit also highlights the importance of establishing strong networks within these communities and understanding their specific needs. This aids in conducting interviews and providing necessary support to victims and impacted communities. The unit also stresses the importance of promoting equality, justice, and strong institutions in investigative practices. It recognises that cultural competence is not a one-time achievement but requires ongoing development. This unit equips you with the skills and knowledge to work effectively and ethically within diverse and vulnerable communities.
JSB384 Converging Disciplines: Intelligence and Investigations
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- School/discipline
- School of Justice
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Understanding intelligence operations is crucial for justice professionals in the fields of intelligence and investigations. This unit equips you with the skills to effectively gather, analyse, and utilise information, ensuring informed and strategic decision-making. Collaboration with multiple agencies is emphasised, as it enhances the ability to address complex issues by leveraging diverse perspectives and resources. You will learn to negotiate and collaborate with stakeholders, ensuring comprehensive and secure intelligence operations. The unit also focuses on maintaining data integrity and operational security, which are essential for protecting sensitive information. This unit lays the groundwork for professionals to navigate the complexities of multi-agency problem-solving and to reflect on their professional conduct, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
JSB398 First Nations (In)Justice
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- School/discipline
- School of Justice
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
Over-representation of First Nations people in the criminal justice system has been called a national disgrace. The criminal justice system has been developed over time from a combination of government-driven actions and policies targeted at First Nations people. The contemporary criminal justice system is a combination of government and non-government agencies that present both challenges and opportunities for addressing over-representation of First Nations people. This unit will explore colonial history and the impact of crime and policing policy on First Nations people. It will also examine ways to work effectively and in culturally safe ways with First Nations communities to achieve justice.
CCB105 Digital Platforms
Unit information
- School/discipline
- Digital Media
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
Digital Platforms have a tremendous impact on how we interact and engage with the world, from social media and payment processors to streaming services. It is critical for communication professionals to understand the cultural, economic, political, social and technical contexts from which contemporary digital platforms have emerged and in which they are continuing to evolve. In this unit you will develop skills to critically examine the politics of digital platforms and contribute to debates about alternative digital futures. Each week we will focus on both critiques and resistance. You will draw on scholarly research to discuss how colonialism and capitalism shape platform logics and how we navigate, resist and reimagine them.
CCB106 Popular Culture
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- School/discipline
- Digital Media
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 2 (July)
Unit synopsis
The products, practices, and pleasures of popular culture are frequently dismissed as being superficial, unserious, or unimportant. This unit, however, celebrates popular culture as a contested and shifting phenomenon that permeates everyday life. Far from mundane, popular culture is charged with a political valence that reflects—and shapes—our lives. This unit further develops conceptual framework(s) and analytic tools to critically evaluate the texts, artefacts, and/or practices of popular culture. In completing this unit, students will understand how the communication industries produce and circulate popular culture, and will be able to critique the politics of pleasure that frame the consumption of mass culture.
CCB103 Digital Games, Culture and Society
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- School/discipline
- School of Communication
- Study level
- Undergraduate units
- Availability
- Semester 1 (February)
Unit synopsis
This unit introduces approaches to studying digital games as cultural artifacts and for considering the role games play in society. It will place video games in their historical context, relating to other forms of mediated play such as board games, sports and toys, it will trace the history of the video game industry, and will consider how games relate to social and cultural issues and controversies. You will investigate how games relate to other forms of media, particularly social media, digital platforms and AI and how they are located within industrial structures and processes. You will consider how games function as entertainment, spaces for social connection and as a venue for social commentary and advocacy.