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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit provides students with foundational understandings in culture and its implications for health care. Topics such as culture, self and diversity, understanding and valuing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, cross cultural health and wellness; and migrant health issues will be explored throughout the unit. Additionally, the concept of values and ethical principles within healthcare communities will be introduced.
Students must pass NCS1201 and NCS1202.
Only students studying courses C33, Y61, Y76, Y19 or Y79 can enrol in this unit.
Unit was previously coded NNT1103, NNT1105, NNT1106, NNT1107
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 1 | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | 13 x 1 hour lecture |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | Not Offered | 13 x 2 hour tutorial |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECU Blackboard as well as additional ECU learning technologies.
Students complete weekly online pre-workshop interactive learning activities. Online students participate in the unit via Blackboard and attend online classroom sessions which require regular online access. Weekly content including readings, audio-visual and online materials and activities are completed in preparation for tutorial sessions. Online and in class discussion is used to develop and practice critical reflection skills.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Participation | Discussion Board | 30% |
| Exercise | Cultural Awareness Package | 10% |
| Essay | Essay | 60% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Participation | Discussion Board | 30% |
| Exercise | Cultural Awareness Package | 10% |
| Essay | Essay | 60% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit provides students with foundational understandings in culture and its implications for health care. Topics such as culture, self and diversity, understanding and valuing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, cross cultural health and wellness; and migrant health issues will be explored throughout the unit. Additionally, the concept of values and ethical principles within healthcare communities will be introduced.
Students must pass NCS1201 and NCS1202.
Only students studying courses C33, Y61, Y76, Y19 or Y79 can enrol in this unit.
Unit was previously coded NNT1103, NNT1105, NNT1106, NNT1107
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 1 | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | 13 x 1 hour lecture |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | Not Offered | 13 x 2 hour tutorial |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECU Blackboard as well as additional ECU learning technologies.
Students complete weekly online pre-workshop interactive learning activities. Online students participate in the unit via Blackboard and attend online classroom sessions which require regular online access. Weekly content including readings, audio-visual and online materials and activities are completed in preparation for tutorial sessions. Online and in class discussion is used to develop and practice critical reflection skills.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Participation | Discussion Board | 30% |
| Exercise | Cultural Awareness Package | 10% |
| Essay | Essay | 60% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Participation | Discussion Board | 30% |
| Exercise | Cultural Awareness Package | 10% |
| Essay | Essay | 60% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
NCS2202|3|2