pla5spi international project
INTERNATIONAL PROJECT
PLA5SPI
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject uses international field studies to develop an understanding of international planning issues and cross-cultural planning practice. The subject provides flexibility and scope for studies in international planning and urban development within developed and developing world cities. It is a fieldwork, project-based subject. Depending on the study period, the destination will vary, but it will involve collaborative study and practice with an international planning agency or university. Students are required to develop an approved fieldwork program in an international setting and are required to undertake appropriate pre-trip briefings and post-trip reporting. Students are required to fund most of their trip costs.
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJulie Rudner
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be enrolled in HUSS Graduate Diploma or Masters Degree AND with subject coordinator's approval.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects PLA4IPS
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions Subject only available as part of an overseas student field visit. Issues of risk assessment and other university requirements will form part of the field work design. Students are usually required to pay a minor administration fee to the overseas University/Agency which will be listed upfront. Students will be required to abide by a fieldtrip agreement regarding conduct and participation
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Comparative planning cultures | Recommended | Sanyal, B (ed) 2005 | NEW YORK: ROUTLEDGE |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Developing an International Perspective on Planning Practice
- Activities:
- Site visits and workshops in an international setting
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Ethical & Cultural Awareness(Ethical & Cultural Awareness)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Writing(Writing)
02. Developing independent research capacities
- Activities:
- Individual research study and report
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Ethical & Cultural Awareness(Ethical & Cultural Awareness)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
03. Extending reflective perspectives on Australian urban and rural planning practice
- Activities:
- Site visits and individual research project
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Writing(Writing)
- Ethical & Cultural Awareness(Ethical & Cultural Awareness)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2019, Week 45-14, Off Campus
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJulie Rudner
Class requirements
Field TripWeek: 45
One 28.0 days field trip per day on any day including weekend during the day in week 45 and delivered via blended.
"International field work"
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 45
One 1.5 hours lecture/workshop other recurrence on weekdays during the day in week 45 and delivered via blended.
"Depending on requirements for the trip, there may be one or two pre/post trip sessions."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 500-word approved work plan and trip agreement | 10 | 01, 03 | |
| One 2,500-word final essay | 50 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| One 2,000-word reflective reading and field-work journal | 40 | 01, 02, 03 |
Bendigo, 2019, Week 23-31, Off Campus
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJulie Rudner
Class requirements
Field TripWeek: 23 - 31
One 28.0 days field trip per day on any day including weekend during the day from week 23 to week 31 and delivered via blended.
"International field work"
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 23 - 31
One 1.5 hours lecture/workshop other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 23 to week 31 and delivered via blended.
"Depending on requirements for the trip, there may be one or two pre/post trip sessions."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 500-word approved work plan and trip agreement | 10 | 01, 03 | |
| One 2,500-word final essay | 50 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| One 2,000-word reflective reading and field-work journal | 40 | 01, 02, 03 |