Handbook : Unit informationEdith Cowan University

School: Centre for Learning and Teaching

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• Unit Title

  Humanities

• Unit Code

  UPU0004

• Year

  2017

• Enrolment Period

  1

• Version

  1

• Credit Points

  15

• Full Year Unit

  N

• Mode of Delivery

  On Campus
  Online

• Unit Coordinator

  Dr Lydia EDWARDS

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Description

Study within the humanities aims to create an understanding of what it means to be human in today's society by developing awareness of culture, society and personal identity. This unit introduces key concepts within the humanities and provides a framework for students proceeding to undergraduate courses which include studies in the humanities. Students are required to select and complete a project in a field of academic study in the humanities best suited to their intended undergraduate course.

Non Standard Timetable Requirements

UPU0004 utilises a blended delivery mode which includes both face-to-face and electronic delivery of materials, activities and assessments.

Co-Requisite Rule

Must be enrolled in course type 30

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded UTC0004

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

1. Demonstrate ability in a range of communications and writing appropriate to the humanities.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental roles within the humanities of language, religion, law, history, philosophy and fine arts.
3. Demonstrate research, analysis and interpretation skills through the completion of a project in one of the following fields of study: language, religion, law, history, philosophy or fine arts.
4. Evaluate the impact of the humanities in problem-solving and decision-making in society.
5. Explain the role of the study of humanities in society and understanding of the unit's key concepts including humanism, the human condition and the humanities.
6. Identify and appropriately utilise research methods used in social research and the acquisition of reliable knowledge.
7. Understand the role of critical and systematic thinking in the humanities.

Unit Content

1. Actively contributing to a student community of thought on the value of the humanities in today's society.
2. An outline of the steps required to acquire and order knowledge within the humanities and the construction of models for investigation and research.
3. Completion of a project appropriate to an area of undergraduate study which will enhance individual understanding and knowledge and demonstrate acquisition of the knowledge and skills in Outcomes 1-6.
4. Describe and interpret the fundamental roles within the humanities of language, religion, law, history, philosophy and fine arts.
5. Developing discipline specific language and appropriate selection of communication methods that best represent the different discipline areas within the humanities.
6. Development of critical and scientific thinking through investigations.
7. Investigating the role of humanities in society; knowing and understanding the unit's key concepts including humanism, the human condition and the humanities.

Additional Learning Experience Information

Lectures Seminars Videos Debates Group work Student-centred discussion groups Independent research and learning activities Self and peer evaluation Collaborative e-Learning activities

Assessment

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.

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