Credit Points 40

Legacy Code 102545

Coordinator Nicholas Ng Opens in new window

Description In this unit you will undertake a research/development project in relation to cultural exchange with China. This may include professional involvement in a cultural exchange activity and/or a research project on an issue relating to cultural exchange. The activity will include researching the literature and interpreting this in relation to the chosen task in a research/project report. There is no class work. Each student will be supervised by a member of staff in the School of Humanities and Communication Arts.

School Humanities & Comm Arts

Discipline Anthropology

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 40cp

Level Postgraduate Coursework Level 7 subject

Pre-requisite(s) HUMN 4010

Restrictions

Students must have successfully completed 70 credit points in the Master of Chinese Cultural Relations or the Master of Cross-cultural Relations.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

1. Critically analyse historical and current Australian and Chinese cultural traditions that may influence current cross-cultural exchange activities
2. Apply theoretical perspectives, knowledge and experience based on working with practitioners to developments in intercultural exchange
3. Research issues relating to cross-cultural exchanges and events to resolve barriers to effective cultural interaction
4. Design and implement communication strategies and a business plan in relation to a cultural exchange activity
5. Develop and evaluate an innovative approach to cross-cultural communication and practice

Subject Content

Major practical or theoretical research project supported by documentation.
Documentation of project and progress reports.