DEVT 3010EX - Tetra Tech International Development Internship
External - Semester 2 - 2023
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code DEVT 3010EX Course Tetra Tech International Development Internship Coordinating Unit Anthropology and Development Studies Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s External Units 6 Contact Up to 30 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Prerequisites 6 units of Level II undergraduate study Restrictions Available to BIntDev students only Quota A quota of 6 applies Assessment Research proposal (30%), Research report (70%) Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Professor Andrew Skuse
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1. Demonstrate a close understanding of the work place of a development organisation
2. Work successfully in a team about a development issue and/or project
3. Design an independent research project
4. Produce a high quality research report based on independent researchUniversity Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1-2 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
2-4 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
2 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1-4 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
2 Attribute 6: Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
Graduates have an understanding of, and respect for, Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander values, culture and knowledge.
1-2 Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
1-4 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
This course concerns work-integrated learning in a development organisation (Tetra Tech International). There are no structured teaching and learning activities on campus as a consequence.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
WORKLOAD – STRUCTURED LEARNING TOTAL HOURS
1 day placement per week (10 weeks) 80 hours per semester
4 hours time with supervisors 4 hours per semester
TOTAL = 84 hours per semester
WORKLOAD – SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING TOTAL HOURS
2 hours reading per week 24 hours per semester
2 hours research per week 24 hours per semester
8 hours assignment preparation per week 96 hours per semester
TOTAL = 228 hours per semesterLearning Activities Summary