| Assessment |
| Title |
Exam Length |
Weight |
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No. Words |
| Dissertation |
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100%
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| Assessment Notes |
| Dissertation of 8,000-10,000 Chinese characters or 14,000-16,000 words in English |
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| Relates to Learning Outcomes (LO) and
Graduate Attributes (GA) |
| LO: 1-6
GA: 1, 2, 3, 6 |
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| Learning Outcomes (LO) |
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
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formulate research questions pertaining to topics within the area of Chinese language and culture studies;
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display higher order, independent research skills;
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demonstrate advanced analytical abilities, in combining a broad range of research materials, often from several media, in order to answer their dissertation question;
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write up extended research reports in the area of Chinese language and culture studies, based upon independent enquiry;
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demonstrate an understanding of the methodological issues and display a broad knowledge of the overall subject area; and
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competently locate and work with source materials in Chinese.
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| Graduate Attributes (GA) |
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Attribute |
Taught |
Assessed |
Practised |
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Knowledge of a Discipline
Students' knowledge of Chinese culture and language will be extended and formally assessed through all assessment tasks.
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Communication Skills
Students' communication skills will be enhanced by learning how to communicate effectively in Chinese language environments.
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Global Perspectives
The unit allows students to focus on Chinese culture and society, enhancing their sense of global perspective.
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Information Literacy
Online research and source searching tasks in this unit will develop students information literacy at an advanced level for research.
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Life-Long Learning
Students develop confidence and skills as Chinese studies researchers at a level suitable for continuing independent study of Chinese language and culture.
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Problem Solving
Learning how to use a foreign language involves advanced levels of problem-solving as well as logical thinking and creative thinking.
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Social Responsibility
By contributing to students' intercultural awareness this unit will also develop their understanding of social responsibility.
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Team Work
Working with their thesis supervisor allows students to develop an understanding of shared responsibility for research and other skills for cooperation and negotiation.
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