Next offered in January 2018. Students interested in enrolling will need to apply to edwina.fingleton-smith@anu.edu.au by 15 August, 2017.
The course introduces students to contemporary Southeast Asia by focusing on case studies from southern Vietnam. The emphasis is on integrating formal learning with first-hand research experience. The in-country work will include fieldtrips, homestays, language training, as well as formal classes given by staff from ANU and from An Giang University (Mekong Delta).
The course focuses on experiencing and understanding the complex relationships between development and the environment as seen through every day living. Students will have the opportunity to conduct group and individual research project on issues such as the changing nature of rural lives, the relationship between the modern and traditional cultural practices, rural-urban migration, concepts of human well-being, and the social and environmental impacts of tourism. The focus is on the impact of rapid change on the environment, culture, family structure and on specific groups such as villagers, migrants, farmers and women.
Cost: The cost of the field trip is approximately $1200 plus airfares and personal spending. The cost of the field trip will be charged directly to students.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
Upon completion of the course, you will be able to:
- Demonstrate advanced skills in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
- Apply development theory to everyday lives of Vietnamese urban and rural residents.
- Reflect deeply on the impact of rapid change on culture, environment and local economies
- Conduct rapid research in a team environment
- Effectively communicate your experience of the field research process.
Other Information
Cost: $1200 plus airfares and personal expenses including most meals. The cost of the field trip will be charged directly to students.
Indicative Assessment
1. Reading quiz (LO 1) (10%)
2. Survival language quiz (LOs 1,2) (10%)
3. Reflective learning journal or portfolio due at the completion of the Field School (LO 2) (40%).
4. Group research project presented at the end of the field school (LOs 3,4) (40%)
As well as the above-mentioned assessments, students enrolled in the 12 unit option must complete an independent research project (3000-5000 words) that includes a seminar presenting preliminary findings. The research report is due by the end of Semester 1 teaching break and is 50% of total marks.The ANU uses Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. While the use of Turnitin is not mandatory, the ANU highly recommends Turnitin is used by both teaching staff and students. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website.
Workload
The Field School will be at least 21 days in Vietnam during January 2017. Entry and exit from the country will likely be Ho Chi Minh City. Students must make their own travel arrangements to and from Vietnam. Note that the running of the course is subject to DFAT Travel Advice.
Requisite and Incompatibility
You will need to contact the Fenner School of Environment and Society to request a permission code to enrol in this course.
Preliminary Reading
In preparation for the field trip, a list of required reading will be available to enrolled students on the Wattle web page by December 2016.
Areas of Interest
- Geography
- Human Ecology
- Interdisciplinary Studies - Sustainability
- Resource Management and Environmental Science
- Biological Anthropology
- Development Studies
- Environmental Studies
- Human Sciences
- Policy Studies
- Population Studies
Specialisations
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
If you are a domestic graduate coursework or international student you will be required to pay tuition fees. Tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 2
- Unit value:
- 6 to 12 units
If you are an undergraduate student and have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). You can find your student contribution amount for each course at Fees. Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
| 7.00 | 0.14583 |
| 8.00 | 0.16667 |
| 9.00 | 0.18750 |
| 10.00 | 0.20833 |
| 11.00 | 0.22917 |
| 12.00 | 0.25000 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2017 | $610 per unit |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2017 | $813 per unit |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
ANU utilises MyTimetable to enable students to view the timetable for their enrolled courses, browse, then self-allocate to small teaching activities / tutorials so they can better plan their time. Find out more on the Timetable webpage.
Class summaries, if available, can be accessed by clicking on the View link for the relevant class number.
Summer Session
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1782 | 02 Jan 2017 | 01 Jan 2017 | 27 Jan 2017 | 17 Apr 2017 | In Person | N/A |
| 1783 | 02 Jan 2017 | 01 Jan 2017 | 27 Jan 2017 | 17 Apr 2017 | In Person | N/A |
