Key facts
UNE unit code: OSSE300
*You are viewing the 2025 version of this unit which may be subject to change in future.
- Trimester 1 - Online
- Trimester 2 - Online
- Trimester 3 - Online
- Yes
- No
- No
- 6
Unit information
International experience broadens your horizons, giving you a new perspective from which to compare the way your discipline is practiced in Australia with how things are done overseas.
Studying this unit provides you with an opportunity to gain short-term international experience to complement coursework in your award. The study program experience is designed by UNE academic staff to deliver learning outcomes tailored to your course.
Applying the skills and knowledge you are developing in your coursework, you will analyse and evaluate the relationships between theory and practice in an international context.
Working with fellow students, you will develop a body of work that demonstrates your understanding of the cross-cultural and cross-regional dimensions of your study abroad experience.
OS-Help is available for this unit for eligible students.
Enquire now about current programs by contacting the Study Abroad Officer, UNE International (studyabroad@une.edu.au).
Offerings
For further information about UNE's teaching periods, please go to Principal Dates.
| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | Online |
| Trimester 2 | Online |
| Trimester 3 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
Intensive schools
There are no intensive schools required for this unit.
Enrolment rules
Notes
This unit can only used for UNE-led group travel international study programs. You are unable to use this subject for your own international study programs.
Students are required to meet the full cost of their participation in the study program including travel, accommodation, meals and site entry and academic fees (if applicable).
Students must complete an application form on enrolment to indicate which study program they intend to participate in. Entry may be competitive if program placements are limited.
Further details on individual programs may be obtained from the Study Abroad Officer, UNE International (studyabroad@une.edu.au).
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
Unit coordinator(s)
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- apply discipline specific broad and coherent theoretical and/or technical knowledge to an international context in both written and oral formats;
- analyse and evaluate the relationship between theory and practice in an international context;
- develop a suitable body of work in a team environment that demonstrates an understanding of the cross-cultural and cross-regional dimensions of their study abroad experience; and
- reflect on their learning and explain how the experience has enabled them to acquire new insights about the practice of their discipline.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessable Tasks | Yes | 100% | All offerings | Assessment tasks will include a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 3 assessment tasks that are equal to 6000 words in total. These may include the following:- A topic review- Reflective journal- One or two detailed assignments- A detailed report- A field notebook/report- A pracbook No. Words: 6000 (max) |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Textbook information will be displayed approximately 8 weeks prior to the commencement of the teaching period. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
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We understand the challenges faced by busy adults studying at home. We know that a vital part of online study is your engagement with the learning community. Communication with your classmates, teaching staff and university support staff will enhance your study experience and ensure that your skills extend beyond the subject matter. UNE’s teaching staff are experts in their field which is why UNE consistently receives five stars from students for teaching quality, support and overall experience.*
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