This course allows students to pursue a special topic of individual or small-group study in order to gain particular or additional knowledge in a topic in environment, society and sustainability not covered in other courses taught in the Fenner School of Environment and Society or elsewhere in the University. Depending on the topic students may be required to develop and implement a research plan under the supervision of an academic member of staff; to pursue a guided reading program; to develop and implement a project with external stakeholders and/or practitioners under the supervision of an academic member of staff; and/or to take part in selected lectures, workshops, tutorials, seminars, discussion groups, field trips and other activities.
The course is intended principally for third-year students and can provide a useful introduction to self-directed research.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Pursue a sustained, guided critical investigation and evaluation of a topic relevant to the environment, society and/or sustainability.
- Systematically identify relevant theory and concepts, relate these to appropriate methodology and/or evidence, analyse data using appropriate methods and tools, and draw appropriate evidence-based conclusions.
- Work constructively with active researchers and practitioners on real research problems.
- Critically evaluate their own work and results as well as published research.
- Communicate research concepts and results effectively in appropriate formats.
Work Integrated Learning
Projects
Students may engage with WIL partners (internal/external) as a component of the course
Other Information
Admission to this course is at the discretion of the Associate Director Education, Fenner School, subject to the availability of a suitable supervisor. Requires Credit or above average performance in 2000 and 3000 level courses.Indicative Assessment
- The nature and weightings of assessment items will be customised in negotiation with each student. An example of typical assessment is: (null) [LO null]
- Development and presentation of a learning/research plan (15) [LO 1,2]
- Final presentations or seminar (15 - 30 min) (15) [LO 3,4,5]
- A summary paper or papers of 5000 words in total (6 units) or 8000 words in total (12 units) (70) [LO 1,2,3,4,5]
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
Approximately 130 hours (per 6 units of enrolment) of total student learning time made up of independent student research, reading and writing. Students are expected to maintain regular contact with their supervisor and attend all supervisory meetings.
Inherent Requirements
To be determined.
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.
Prescribed Texts
Not applicable.
Assumed Knowledge
ENVS1003 or equivalent; ENVS2014 or equivalent for social sciences topics; ENVS2009 or equivalent for environmental sciences topicsAreas of Interest
- Classics and Ancient History
- Cultural Studies
- Drama
- European Languages
- Health Medicine and the Body
- Musicology
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
Commonwealth Support (CSP) Students
If you 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). More information about your student contribution amount for each course at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 2
- Unit value:
- 6 to 12 units
If you are a domestic graduate coursework student with a Domestic Tuition Fee (DTF) place or international student you will be required to pay course tuition fees (see below). Course tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found 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 |
|---|---|
| 2023 | $760 per unit |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2023 | $1030 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1259 | 01 Jan 2023 | 20 Jan 2023 | 20 Jan 2023 | 31 Mar 2023 | In Person | View |
| 1309 | 01 Jan 2023 | 20 Jan 2023 | 20 Jan 2023 | 31 Mar 2023 | In Person | View |
| 1614 | 16 Jan 2023 | 17 Jan 2023 | 27 Jan 2023 | 10 Feb 2023 | In Person | N/A |
First Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3089 | 20 Feb 2023 | 27 Feb 2023 | 31 Mar 2023 | 26 May 2023 | In Person | View |
| 3272 | 20 Feb 2023 | 27 Feb 2023 | 31 Mar 2023 | 26 May 2023 | In Person | View |
Autumn Session
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3248 | 01 Apr 2023 | 21 Apr 2023 | 21 Apr 2023 | 30 Jun 2023 | In Person | View |
| 3300 | 01 Apr 2023 | 21 Apr 2023 | 21 Apr 2023 | 30 Jun 2023 | In Person | View |
Winter Session
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4258 | 01 Jul 2023 | 21 Jul 2023 | 21 Jul 2023 | 30 Sep 2023 | In Person | View |
| 4325 | 01 Jul 2023 | 21 Jul 2023 | 21 Jul 2023 | 30 Sep 2023 | In Person | View |
| 4668 | 04 Sep 2023 | 05 Sep 2023 | 15 Sep 2023 | 10 Oct 2023 | In Person | N/A |
Second Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6085 | 24 Jul 2023 | 31 Jul 2023 | 31 Aug 2023 | 27 Oct 2023 | In Person | View |
| 6251 | 24 Jul 2023 | 31 Jul 2023 | 31 Aug 2023 | 27 Oct 2023 | In Person | View |
| 7586 | 24 Jul 2023 | 31 Jul 2023 | 31 Aug 2023 | 27 Oct 2023 | In Person | View |
Spring Session
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6227 | 01 Oct 2023 | 20 Oct 2023 | 20 Oct 2023 | 31 Dec 2023 | In Person | View |
| 6278 | 01 Oct 2023 | 20 Oct 2023 | 20 Oct 2023 | 31 Dec 2023 | In Person | View |
