2013 Course Enrolment Guide

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1 2013 Course Enrolment Guide School of Arts and Sciences Strathfield - NSW Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Global Studies Students who commenced in 2012 Information last updated on 23 January 2013 Students should note that the Course Enrolment Guides are updated regularly. Check the website for latest updates

2 Contents 1. Contact Details: How to use this Guide Program Information Program Maps Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Global Studies Units Offered in Global Studies Core Units... 8 Global Studies - Electives... 9 Arts Units Additional information on Discipline Areas within the BA This Guide is provided to assist you to select your units for the 2013 academic year. Specific information regarding unit outlines, assessments or content will be provided by your School. Information last updated on 23 January 2013 Page 2

3 1. Contact Details: School of Arts and Sciences Location: Block S - Saint Edmund Building, Strathfield Campus Contact asstudentsnsw@acu.edu.au Students should in the first instance contact course enquiries. If required, your query will be referred to a course coordinator. Please explain in your , that you are enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Global Studies degree. Information last updated on 23 January 2013 Page 3

4 2. How to use this Guide This Course Enrolment Guide 2013 provides you with information on when and where the units available for study in this program(s) will be offered in Enrolling in units for Read Section 2. Program Information for information on course structure and unit sequence. Take note of any prerequisite or co-requisite requirements before selecting particular units. A prerequisite is a requirement that must be met by a student before enrolment in a stipulated unit. It is your responsibility to ensure that you meet the prerequisites for a unit prior to enrolling into that unit. A co-requisite is a requirement that must be met by having already passed or being concurrently enrolled in an associated unit in order to be able to enrol in the stipulated unit. If you wish to enrol into a unit for which you have not met the prerequisite or corequisite requirements, please obtain approval from your Course Coordinator. 2. Refer to the unit listings in Section 3. Units Offered in 2013 to select your units. Take note of the study period in which units are offered. 3. You must refer to Administration & Enrolment on the ACU website ( for information on how to complete your enrolment via Student Connect. Administration & Enrolment also provides detailed information on managing your studies. 4. Log on to Student Connect and enrol ( Student Connect is a web interface allowing students to complete their ACU enrolment online. IMPORTANT NOTE Failure to enrol or re-enrol before the published due dates for re-enrolment on the ACU website ( may result in late fee penalties. Even if you are unsure of what units you need to enrol in, please ensure that you enrol or re-enrol in at least one unit before the due date. Enrolling in at least one unit by the due date will enable you to add further units, or amend your enrolment via Student Connect up until the final dates published in the Critical Dates for Variation of Enrolment on the ACU website ( Information last updated on 23 January 2013 Page 4

5 3. Program Information The Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Global Studies is a dual degree program offered to high achieving students who are interested in the social, political, cultural, environmental and economic changes that are shaping our world. The Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Global Studies program combines a liberal Arts education with Global Studies that explores globalisation, world politics, justice, sustainability and future opportunities and challenges. The program requires a period of study abroad and/or an approved internship which would provide international work experience. Program Core units: These Bachelor of Arts units are designated units that make up part of the Core Curriculum in the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Global Studies program. All students are required to complete the two units listed below: ENVR204 POLS309 Environmental Sustainability World Politics and Justice Community Engagement unit: This unit serves to integrate theory with practice. All students in the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Global Studies are required to complete the following Community Engagement Unit: Study Abroad/Internship/International Exchange REQUIREMENTS TO COMPLETE AWARD To qualify for the degree, a student must complete 320 cp consisting of: (a) 120 cp from the Schedule of Unit Offerings, consisting of ; (i) 40 cp from Global Studies Core Units; (ii) 40 cp from the International Study/Internship unit; (iii) 40 cp from Global Studies Electives; (b) 200 cp selected in accordance with the requirements for the Bachelor of Arts degree, consisting of: (i) 160cp from (a) 2 Majors; or (b) 1 Major and 2 Minors; (iii) 20 cp from Program Core units 1 (iv) Up to 40 cp Electives chosen from other units listed in the Schedule of Unit Offerings for the Bachelor of Arts For more information on the duration of your course, and the requirements to complete your award, please refer to the Course Rules for your program. Course Title Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Global Studies Course Rules Information last updated on 23 January 2013 Page 5

6 Notice for students who wish to exit from a course of study before completing this dual award: (a) if you wish to discontinue studies in the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Global Studies, you cannot exit with the Bachelor of Global Studies as this is not a standalone degree. Please contact the Course Coordinator of the Bachelor of Global Studies component of your course for further information. (b) if you intend to continue studies in the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Global Studies, you cannot exit with the Bachelor of Arts, but you may request a letter from the Course Coordinator of the Bachelor of Arts component confirming that you have satisfied the requirements for the relevant single award (c) if you choose to exit with the Bachelor of Arts and then wish to resume studies in the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Global Studies, re-admission to the dual degree is not guaranteed. It is suggested that you seek advice from the Course Coordinator of the Bachelor of Global Studies component of your course and if re-admission is approved, you will be required to submit an application for re-admission to the dual degree. What are Majors and Minors? A Major is a total of 80 cp from prescribed units in one discipline or approved interdisciplinary area, normally including at least 10 cp at introductory level and at least 60 cp at advanced level. Business Studies Economics Geography History Literature Mathematics Philosophy Psychology Study of Religions Theological Studies Visual Arts A Minor is a total of 40 cp from prescribed units in one discipline or approved interdisciplinary area, normally including at least 10 cp at introductory level and at least 20 cp at advanced level. Australian Studies Communication Computing Drama A brief description of each Major and Minor offered is included on page 18. What are Electives? Individual units undertaken other than those required for the selected Majors or Minors. These are listed in the Schedule of Unit Offerings or from other disciplines within the Faculty (subject to availability, unit limitations and provided that prerequisite and co-requisite requirements are met). Note Units selected as Global Study Electives cannot be counted as part of your Bachelor of Arts majors or 1 major and two minors. Ensure each year your sequence of majors, minors or electives are available. Information last updated on 23 January 2013 Page 6

7 LOCATION OF UNIT OFFERINGS Students in Sydney will be required to complete units at North Sydney and Strathfield campuses. 3.1 Program Maps Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Global Studies Students enrolling in units which do not follow the sequence recommended in their Program Map cannot be guaranteed a clash free timetable. Pre-requisite units are shown in italics and parentheses. These units must be completed before the unit above them. YEAR 1 Semester 1 Major 1 Major 2 or Minor Minor or Elective Elective Semester 2 Major 1 Major 2 or Minor Minor or Elective Elective YEAR 2 Semester 1 GLST201 Global Change and Development Global Studies elective unit 1 Major 1 Major 2 or Minor Semester 2 GLST200 Global Health ENVR204 Environmental Sustainability Major 1 Major 2 or Minor Program Core Unit YEAR 3 Semester 1 Global Studies elective unit 2 Global Studies elective unit 3 Major 1 Major 2 or Elective Semester 2 Study Abroad/Internship/ International exchange Study Abroad/Internship/ International exchange Study Abroad/Internship/ International exchange Study Abroad/Internship/ International exchange YEAR 4 Semester 1 POLS309 World Politics and Justice Global Studies elective unit 4 Major 1 Major 2 or Minor (Pre: 40cp from 100/200-level POLS or GLST201) Program Core Unit Semester 2 Major 1 Major 1 Major 2 or Elective Major 2 or Minor Information last updated on 23 January 2013 Page 7

8 4. Units Offered in 2013 (NOTE: amendments may be made to unit availability depending on student demand.) Note: Where the standard enrolment pattern is not applicable students should consult with their Course Coordinator. Unit HRMG100 Management and People 2013 UNIT CHANGES Has been replaced by MGMT100 Foundations of Management BUSN100 Reasoning and Communication BUSN110 Responsible Reasoning and Communication ISYS101 Fundamentals of Business Information Systems and ISYS110 Applied Business Information Systems ISYS111 Fundamentals of Business Information Systems Global Studies Core Units Pre-requisite units are shown in italics and parentheses. These units must be completed before the unit above them. Unit Code Unit Title Location Delivery Mode GLST201 Global Change & Development Unit Code Unit Title Location Delivery Mode GLST200 Global Health Online ENVR204 Environmental Sustainability Information last updated on 23 January 2013 Page 8

9 Global Studies - Electives Note Units selected as Global Study Electives cannot be counted as part of your Bachelor of Arts majors or 1 major and 2 minors. Ensure each year your sequence of majors, minors or electives are available. OFFERED SUMMER B Pre-requisite units are shown in italics and parentheses. These units must be completed before the unit above them. Unit Code Unit Title Location Delivery Mode POLS103 Intro to Comparative Politics (Introduction to Comparative Politics) This unit will only run if enrolment is sufficient Pre-requisite units are shown in italics and parentheses. These units must be completed before the unit above them. Unit Code Unit Title Location Delivery Mode MGMT100 Foundations of Management North Sydney - On Campus BUSN201 International Business Online* COMM102 Introduction to Communication COMM213 Interpersonal Communication DVST100 Intro to Intl Develop Studies (Introduction to International Development Studies) ECON102 Microeconomics 1 ECON200 Principles of Bus Economics (Principles of Business Economics) North Sydney - On Campus ECON209 The Global Economy (Pre: 10cp from 100 level ECON unit or GEOG101) EDFD210 Global Perspectives in Educn (Global Perspectives in Education) BIOL101 Biodiversity North Sydney - On Campus BIOL327 Marine and Coastal Ecology (Pre:BIOL102) North Sydney - On Campus ENVR100 Environmental Issues North Sydney - On Campus ERTH100 Earth Science North Sydney - On Campus GEOG101 Hum Geography of Globalisation (Human Geographies of Globalisation) GEOG300 Natural Hazards (Pre:GEOG100) LEGL103 Intro Internatl HR Law & Pract Introduction to Internationalal Human Rights Law and Practice SOCS100 Introduction to Sociology THSR203 Interfaith Relations and Dialogue * Students undertake this unit online and complete the final exam during the Central Examination Period on their campus. Information last updated on 23 January 2013 Page 9

10 Arts Units (Pre-requisite units are shown in parentheses in italics). Click Here for Unit Descriptions: Australian Studies ETHN106 Discovering Australia Introductory HIST228 Australian Popular Culture (Pre-requisite 10 cp from 100 level units in History or Australian Studies) Business Studies MKTG100 Principles of Marketing Introductory MGMT100 Foundations of Management Introductory Communication COMM102 Introduction to Communication Introductory COMM213 Interpersonal Communication COMM103 Written Communication Introductory COMM218 Communication in the Workplace (Pre-requisite COMM102 or COMM103) Computing COMP104 Computing Systems Introductory COMP203 Multimedia Applications (Pre-requisite COMP104) Information last updated on 23 January 2013 Page 10

11 COMP106 Data Communications Introductory (Pre-requisite COMP104) COMP205 Database Systems (Pre-requisite COMP104) Drama PERF102 The Nature of Drama Introductory PERF207 Australian Drama units in Drama or Australian Studies) PERF104 Introduction to Drama Introductory PERF205 The Production Process units in Drama) Economics ECON102 Microeconomics 1 Introductory ECON202 Microeconomics 2 (Pre-requisite ECON102) ECON205 Economic Policy Analysis unit in Economics) ECON209 ECON304 The Global Economy unit in Economics) Applied Econometrics (Pre-requisite 20cp from 200-level units in Economics) ECON103 Macroeconomics 1 Introductory ECON203 Macroeconomics 2 (Pre-requisite ECON103) ECON204 Development Economics unit in Economics) Information last updated on 23 January 2013 Page 11

12 ECON210 Labour Economics unit in Economics) Geography Introductory GEOG101 Human Geographies Of Globalisation GEOG300 GEOG304 Natural Hazards (Pre-requisite GEOG100) Land Evaluation (Pre-requisite GEOG100) GEOG100 Foundations Of Physical Geography Introductory ENVR204 Environmental Sustainability GEOG301 Individual Reading and Research Unit (Pre-requisite GEOG100 and 101) GEOG305 Urban Geography (Pre-requisite GEOG101) History HIST108 The Ancient Near East Introductory HIST102 Australia to 1900 Introductory HIST200 HIST215 HIST224 Fall of The Roman Republic units in History) Later Modern Europe units in History) Rise of the United States units in History) HIST107 Modern Australia Introductory HIST222 Greek City States units in History) HIST230 Pompeii in Context units in History) Information last updated on 23 January 2013 Page 12

13 HIST216 Medieval Europe units in History) HIST213 HIST330 HIST308 Pacific History units in History) Contemporary World History (Pre-requisite 10cp from 200-level units in History) Historiography (Pre-requisites At least two History units at advanced (200/300) level) 3 rd year unit Compulsory for 3 rd year History Majors Literature ENGL104 Introduction to Literature Introductory ENGL200 Nineteenth Century Literature (Pre-requisites 10cp from 100-level unit in Literature) ENGL210 ENGL215 Shakespeare & the Renaissance (Pre-requisites 10cp from 200-level unit in Literature) Literature for Young Adults (Pre-requisites 10cp from 100-level unit in Literature) ENGL102 Australian Literature: An Introduction Introductory ENGL202 Twentieth Century Literature unit in Literature) ENGL229 ENGL329 Mathematics Reading and Writing the Self (Pre-requisites 10cp from 100-level unit in Literature) The Visionary Imagination (Pre-requisites 20cp from 200-level unit in Literature) MATH107 Foundations of Mathematics Introductory (Pre-requisite Year 12 Maths required) MATH203 Calculus (Pre-requisite MATH104 and MATH107) STAT201 Statistics and Probability (Pre-requisite MATH107, Co-requisite MATH104) Information last updated on 23 January 2013 Page 13

14 MATH308 MATH310 Number Theory and Cryptography (Pre-requisite 10cp from 200 level unit in Mathematics) Differential and Difference Equations (Pre-requisite MATH104) MATH104 Functions and Calculus (Pre-requisite Year 12 Maths required) Introductory MATH205 MATH216 MATH218 MATH312 MATH307 Philosophy Geometry (Pre-requisite 10 cp from 100-level MATH) Abstract Algebra and Equations (Pre-requisite MATH 107) Mathematical Models and Mechanics (Pre-requisite MATH104 and MATH107) Geometry and Topology (Pre-requisite MATH 205) Transformations and Symmetries (Pre-requisite MATH 205; MATH216) PHIL102 Theories of Human Nature Introductory PHIL105 Values, Beliefs and the Search for Meaning Introductory PHIL209 PHIL219 Philosophy of Art unit in Philisophy) Elementary Symbolic Logic unit in Philosophy) OFFERED WINTER TERM PHIL221 Modern Catholic Thinkers 1 PHIL unit at 100 level Strathfield Mixed Mode PHIL100 Introduction to Philosophical Enquiry Introductory PHIL104 Introduction to Ethics Introductory PHIL201 Bioethics (Pre-requisites 10cp from 100-level unit in Philisophy) PHIL216 The Enlightenment unit in Philisophy) Information last updated on 23 January 2013 Page 14

15 Psychology Please note: Commencing 2013 students: Students beginning the Psychology sequence must take PSYC100 in Semester 1 and PSYC101 and PSYC104 in Semester 2. Students wishing to complete a Psychology Minor ONLY must take PSYC100, PSYC101, PSYC200 and PSYC212. PSYC100 Psychology A Introductory level PSYC200 Lifespan Development (Pre-requisite PSYC100 AND PSYC101) * (except for Psychology Minor refer to above note) PSYC204 PSYC312 Biological Psychology (Pre-requisite PSYC100 AND PSYC101) Individual Differences and Assessment (Pre-requisite PSYC100 and PSYC101) PSYC101 Psychology B Introductory PSYC104 Research Design and Statistics 1 Introductory PSYC212 Abnormal Psychology (Pre-requisite PSYC100 and PSYC101) PSYC313 Social Psychology (Pre-requisite PSYC100 & PSYC101) Sociology Electives only SOCS100 Introduction to Sociology Introductory SOCS108 Contemporary Society and Change Introductory SOCS234 Sociology Theory and Practice (Pre-requisite SOCS100) Information last updated on 23 January 2013 Page 15

16 Study of Religions THCT100 What Christians Believe THSR203 Interfaith Relations and Dialogue THSR101 Introduction to Judaism and Islam Theological Studies THBS100 Introduction to the Bible Introductory THCP100 The Signs of the Times Introductory THCT100 What Christians Believe Introductory (Required if completing minor/major in Theological Studies) THBS201 THCT202 THCP201 The Synoptic Tradition (Pre-requisite THBS100 and THCT100) Christian Symbol, Ritual and Sacrament (Pre-requisite THBS100 and THCT100) Ministry Studies (Pre-requisite THBS100 and THCT100) THCT201 THCP203 THBS203 Theology: Sources and Methods (Pre-requisite THBS100 and THCT100) Christian Theological Ethics (Pre-requisite THBS100 and THCT100) Johannine Literature (Pre-requisite THBS100 and THCT100) Information last updated on 23 January 2013 Page 16

17 Visual Arts ARTS109 2D Studies 1 Introductory ARTS110 3D/4D Object Design 1 Introductory ARTS112 Art and Design History and Theory 1 Introductory ARTS225 2D Studies 3 (Pre-requisite 10cp from a unit in 2D Studies) ARTS228 Art and Design History and Theory 3 (Pre-requisite 10cp from a unit in Art and Design History and Theory) ARTS324 Art and Spirit (Pre-requisite 40cp in Visual Arts units) ARTS241 2D Studies 2 Introductory ARTS237 Art and Design History and Theory 2 (Pre-requisite Arts112) ARTS236 3D/4D Object Design 2 ARTS238 2D Studies 4 (Pre-requisite 10cp from a unit in 2D Studies) ARTS239 3D/4D Object Design 4 (Pre-requisite 10cp from a 100-level unit in 3D/4D Object Design) ARTS331 Art and Design History and Theory 4 (Pre-requisite 10cp from a 200 level unit in Art and Design History and Theory) 5. Additional information on Discipline Areas within the BA Business Studies You can study two business units at Strathfield Campus but if you are intending to complete either a minor or major in Business Studies you will be required to complete additional units at North Sydney Campus, normally during years 2 and 3. A minor will require an additional 2 units completed at North Sydney while a major will require an additional 6 units completed at North Sydney. Note: Cross campus enrolment is subject to timetabling restrictions and cannot be guaranteed History Students intending to become secondary teachers of History please note: Modern History as a first teaching area - must complete at least 6 units of Modern History in their History major (with a maximum of two at 100-level). Information last updated on 23 January 2013 Page 17

18 Modern History as a second teaching area must complete 4 Modern History units (with a maximum of two at 100-level). Ancient History as a second teaching area must complete 4 Ancient History units (with a maximum of two at 100-level). (HIST216 Medieval Europe counts as a Modern History unit; HIST308 Historiography counts as either a Modern or Ancient History unit, please note that this unit is a core unit and must be completed for the History Major). Please note: Modern and Ancient History are treated as the single discipline area of History in the Curriculum and Teaching stream. Therefore, in addition to History, you must have a second, non-history teaching discipline area in your Arts units. Mathematics Students intending to become secondary teachers of Mathematics by completing a Graduate Diploma in Education should do eleven units of Mathematics. This will require enrolment in two units of Mathematics each semester except for year 1 semester 1. Psychology To complete a Psychology major as part of their BA studies, students are required to undertake 8 units of Psychology, including 3 core units; PSYC100 Psychology A, PSYC101 Psychology B and PSYC104 Research Design and Statistics 1. Please note: Completion of the 8 unit major in the BA is NOT equivalent to completion of the 12 unit sequence in the Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) course and will not satisfy the requirements of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) 3 year sequence in Psychology. Study of Religions and Religious Education 1. Secondary Studies of Religion in NSW schools Students wishing to teach secondary Studies of Religion in NSW schools as a second teaching subject should include as a minimum the following subjects in their degrees (in addition to methodology units): THBS100 Introduction to the Bible THCT100 What Christians Believe THSR201 Ethics and Peace Studies in World Religions THSR202 Religion in Australian Culture Students may count: OR THCT100, THSR201 and THSR202 towards a minor or major in Study of Religion (THBS100 would be an additional elective) THBS100 and THCT100 towards a minor or major in Theological Studies (THSR201 and THSR202 would be additional electives) 2. Accreditation to Teach Religious Education in Catholic Schools Students who wish to prepare for the possibility of teaching Religious Education (years 7-10) in Catholic schools, should include at a minimum (in addition to methodology units): THBS100 Introduction to the Bible THCT100 What Christians Believe THCT202 Christian Symbol, Ritual and Sacrament Students may count all three of the units above towards a minor or major in Theological Studies. Information last updated on 23 January 2013 Page 18

19 3. Combination Studies of Religion in NSW schools and Accreditation to Teach Religious Education in Catholic Schools Students wishing to teach secondary Studies of Religion in NSW schools as a second teaching subject AND wishing to prepare for the possibility of teaching Religious Education (years 7-10) in Catholic schools, should include at a minimum (in addition to methodology units): THBS100 Introduction to the Bible THCT100 What Christians Believe THCT202 Christian Symbol, Ritual and Sacrament THSR201 Ethics and Peace Studies in World Religions THSR202 Religion in Australian Culture Students may count: OR THCT100, THSR201 and THSR202 towards a minor or major in Study of Religion (THBS100 and THCT100 would be additional electives) THBS100, THCT100 and THCT202 towards a minor or major in Theological Studies (THSR201 and THSR202 would be additional electives) Note well that at least 5 units of the major must be at an advanced level. Theological Studies Major - Three core 100-level units plus five advanced-level units from the Biblical Studies, Christian Thought and Christian Practice sequences. Core units THBS100 THCP100 THCT100 Introduction to the Bible The Signs of the Times What Christians Believe Minor - Four units (40 cp) with at least one 100-level and at least two advanced level units from the Biblical Studies, Christian Thought and Christian Practice sequences. Visual Arts Visual Arts majors are recommended to do a balance of studio-based units and history and theory units (i.e. four of each). Students intending to become secondary teachers of Visual Arts by completing a Graduate Diploma in Education should do twelve units of Visual Arts, including at least two 2D studio-based units and two 3D studio-based units and four history and theory units. This will require enrolment in two units of Visual Arts each semester. Mathematics minors should enrol in MATH107, MATH104, STAT201 and MATH218. Visual Arts minors are strongly recommended to do two studio-based units and two history and theory units. Where can I find further information about the BA and information about individual subject units? You may only choose units from this Course Enrolment Guide. If you need to vary your enrolment owing to timetable constraints contact the Course Coordinator. Information last updated on 23 January 2013 Page 19

20 For information on Unit Descriptions, please refer to the ACU Handbook on the ACU website ( Please select the appropriate Handbook, and then select Unit Descriptions. Delivery Modes: On Campus Offered face-to-face or with an online component via the Learning Environment Online (LEO) at any one of the six ACU campuses. On Site Offered face-to-face or with an online component via LEO at any location other than one of the six ACU campuses. Distance Offered wholly through the provision of printed material to the student. These units may include an online component via LEO but printed material is the primary source of teaching. Online Offered wholly through online study via LEO. Mixed mode A combination of online, distance, on-campus and/or on-site delivery modes. In the Faculty of Business this usually means that students undertake an online unit and then complete the final exam during the Central Examination Period on their campus. Now that you have read your Course Enrolment Guide, you can now enrol in units online for the 2013 Academic Year, using Student Connect ( For more information about the enrolment processes for both new and continuing students, please refer to the guides provided. Students please note: The course enrolment guides are subject to change. Please check regularly for updates to your course information. If you require any academic advice, please contact your course coordinator. For any other enquiries, please contact your local Student Centre. ( Information last updated on 23 January 2013 Page 20