It is frequently stated that the 21st century will be one in which China is a dominant player. This is very likely to be the case politically - but equally or more so in relation to business. Yet for many outsiders China is a difficult place to fathom, let alone do business in. The landscape is littered with companies which have tried but failed miserably to take advantage of the supposed myriad of opportunities which a country of 1.3 billion persons represents.

This course aims to provide students with an understanding of the contemporary environment of business in China and an appreciation of some of the implications for firms seeking to undertake business there. 

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

1. understand the main historical, political, legal, economic and socio-cultural aspects that shape China’s business environment
2. appreciate and analyse the variety of Chinese business organisations and their managers, and the ways in which they operate
3. appreciate and analyse the implications of the characteristics of China’s business environment for foreign firms and their managers operating there
4. work in diverse teams to deliver stated goals and outcomes
5. research and communicate effectively in written and oral forms about a subject related to the content of the course.

Research-Led Teaching

This course draws on the lecturer's experience with research into economic and business development in East and Southeast Asia. The lectures and reading in the course are closely related to this research or exemplifies relevant research outcomes in the fields of economic development and international business of Asia, specifically China. Research-led features of this course: (a) the short individual assignment, which requires students to do some research to understand the opportunities and risks of Australian firms operating in China, (b) the longer individual assignment which takes the form of an essay on a specified topic that students will research on the basis of relevant sources in the ANU library.

Field Trips

There are no field trips in this course

Additional Course Costs

There are no additional class costs for this course

Examination Material or equipment

There is a final examination for this course held during the end of semester examination period. All examination information will be communicated directly to students by the ANU Examinations Office. Further advice on the format of the final exam paper will be provided by the end of Week 10.

Required Resources

The required text for this course is:

• Davies, Howard and Raškovic, Matevž (2018) Understanding a Changing China: Key Issues for Business. (Routledge).

A copy of this textbook will be held in the ANU library reserve & short loan collection. The ANU library subscribes to a limited number of electronic versions of this textbook (E-BOOK), accessible on campus or via Virtual ANU (Library catalogue link).

Additional required reading will be specified on the Canvas page of the course, particularly reading for the weekly 'Chinese business in context' tutorial discussion.

Recommended Resources

There are a variety of online platforms you will use to participate in your study program. These could include videos for lectures and other instruction, two-way video conferencing for interactive learning, email and other messaging tools for communication, interactive web apps for formative and collaborative activities, print and/or photo/scan for handwritten work and drawings, and home-based assessment. ANU outlines recommended student system requirements to ensure you are able to participate fully in your learning. Other information is also available about the various Learning Platforms you may use.

ANU students are very fortunate that the ANU library is well-stocked with books and journals that expand on the topics and themes that will be discussed during the lectures. You are encouraged to read widely, and you are expected to use the library’s resources to research your assignment. If the ANU library does not have an item, you are likely to find it in the National Library of Australia in Canberra. Here are a few suggestions for further reading:

• Ambler, Tim; Witzel, Morgen; Xi, Chao (2017) Doing Business in China. (Routledge).
• Chow, Gregory C. and Perkins, Dwight H. (2015) Routledge Handbook of the Chinese Economy. (Routledge).
• Hawes, Colin (2022) The Chinese Corporate Ecosystem. (Cambridge).
• Lardy, Nicholas R. (2019) The State Strikes Back: The End of Economic Reform in China? (Peterson Institute).
• Liu, Hong (2017) Chinese Business: Landscapes and Strategies. (2nd ed. Routledge).
• Morgan, Stephen (2021) The Chinese Economy. (Agenda Publishing).
• Naughton, Barry (2018) The Chinese Economy: Adaptation and Growth. (2nd ed. MIT Press)
• Tian, Xiaowen (2016) Managing International Business in China. (2nd ed. Cambridge).
• Wang, Tao (2023) Making Sense of China’s Economy. (Cambridge)

Staff Feedback

Students will be given feedback in the following forms in this course:

• written comments
• verbal comments
• feedback to whole class, groups, individuals, focus group etc

Student Feedback

ANU is committed to the demonstration of educational excellence and regularly seeks feedback from students. Students are encouraged to offer feedback directly to their Course Convener or through their College and Course representatives (if applicable). Feedback can also be provided to Course Conveners and teachers via the Student Experience of Learning & Teaching (SELT) feedback program. SELT surveys are confidential and also provide the Colleges and ANU Executive with opportunities to recognise excellent teaching, and opportunities for improvement.

Other Information

All communications with students about the organisation and delivery of the course will take place during the weekly tutorial sessions and via the course page on Canvas.

Support of students: The University offers a number of support services for students. Information on these is available online from http://students.anu.edu.au/studentlife/.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): AI use is rapidly growing in all sectors, particularly the use of Large Language Models, of which there are many proprietary brands. In this course, students may choose to use or not use AI tools. In any case where AI tools are used, the student must do so in a way consistent with the ANU Academic Integrity principles for use of GenAI, as well as accurately cite and reference what tools were used, and advise in an appendix how they used the tool. Guidance on how to do this appropriately is provided in the assessment requirements on the course Canvas page, and the ANU provides further broad guidance in the ANU Gen AI LibGuide. As part of handling a potential breach of academic integrity, students are reminded that they may be requested to meet with the Convenor to discuss any assessment submission, including responding to questions on the content of submissions and their understanding of the course concepts assessed by the submission.

Class Schedule

Week/Session	Summary of Activities	Assessment
1	Week 1: Two one-hour lectures and a one-hour tutorial on topics specified in the lecture and tutorial programs available on the Canvas course page. The lecture and tutorial programs are based on the chapter topics in the textbook for the course (see below) and additional reading. The first lectures discusses the organisation of the course, Australia's business relations with China and key factors that shaped China's business system. Tutorials start in week 1. Students enrol in a weekly interactive tutorial group via the ANU's MyTimetable. The first tutorial discusses the first two lectures, the required reading, other requirements of the course, student expectations of the learning experience in the course. Teams of two students sign up for one weekly brief presentation on a 'China business in context' topic that puts a current issue in the context of the weekly reading and lectures. The topics are specified in the lecture and tutorial programs available on the Canvas course page.	Please note: This course will be delivered in a blended mode. Depending on the preferences of students in the course, some lectures will be prerecorded. All lectures are recorded and made available via the Canvas course page. Tutorials will all be delivered face-to-face. Except the final exam, assessment will take place via the Canvas course page. Students are advised to use the updated details about the BUSI3028 course on the Canvas course page.
2	Week 2: Two one-hour lectures, and a one-hour tutorial on topics specified in the lecture and tutorial program in on the Canvas course page. Students read items specified in the tutorial program on the Canvas course page. During the tutorial, students: (a) ask questions about this specified required reading and about the lectures at the start of the week;(b) discuss their prepared answers to review questions specified on the Canvas course page; (c) the first team of two students introduces the 'China business in context' topic for week 2;(d) complete a short weekly quiz about the lectures and reading for week 2.	During the face-to-face tutorial: review questions, presentation, and a short online multiple-choice quiz via the Canvas course page.
3	Weeks 3-12: Two one-hour lectures and a one-hour weekly tutorial. on topics specified in the lecture and tutorial program in on the Canvas course page. Students read items specified in the tutorial program on the Canvas course page. During the weekly tutorials, students (a) ask questions about this specified required reading and about the lectures at the start of the week; (b) discuss their prepared answers to review questions specified on the Canvas course page; (c) discuss the 'China business in context' topic on a topic specified on the Canvas course page for the respective week; (d) complete a weekly quiz about the lectures and reading for the week.	During the face-to-face tutorial: review questions, presentation, and short online multiple-choice quiz via the Canvas course page.
6	Week 6: In addition to scheduled weekly lectures and tutorial, students complete and submit a short 750-word individual assignment. The topic, due date and method of submission will be specified on the Canvas course page.	In addition to the Week 6 tutorial review questions, a short case presentation, and a short multiple-choice quiz via Canvas, students submit a short 750-word individual assignment on the operations of an actual Australian firm in China, which is due on Friday 27 March 2026, 4pm online via Canvas.
10	Week 10: In addition to scheduled weekly lectures and tutorial, students complete and submit a 2,500-word individual assignment on one of at least six set topics. Topics, due date and time, and method of submission are specified on the Canvas course page.	In addition to the Week 10 review questions, short case presentation, and short multiple-choice quiz via Canvas, a 2,500 words individual assignment on a selected set topic is due on Friday 15 May 2026, 4pm online via Canvas.
13	During the ANU final examination period, students sit a 2-hour written exam. The format of the exam will be discussed with students during the week 10 tutorial. The time of the exam is set by the ANU Examinations Office, which will communicate the details to students. The time of the exam will also be announced on the Canvas page for the course.	2-hour written exam during ANU final examination period via Canvas. The time of the final exam is set by ANU Examinations, which will communicate the details to students. The time of the exam will also be announced on the Canvas page for the course.

Tutorial Registration

Interactive tutorials will be held weekly (starting from Week 1). ANU utilises MyTimetable to enable students to view the timetable for their enrolled courses, browse it, and self-allocate to small teaching activities/tutorials, so they can better plan their time. Tutorial registration will be available two weeks before the beginning of the semester and will close at the end of week 1. More details can be found on the Timetable webpage.

Assessment Summary

Assessment task	Value	Due Date	Return of assessment	Learning Outcomes
Weekly tutorial quizzes (Individual - 10%)	10 %	*	*	1,2,3,4,5
Tutorial presentation 'Chinese business in context (Group - 5%)	5 %	*	*	1,2,3,4,5
Tutorial review question (Individual - 5%)	5 %	*	*	1,2,3,4,5
Short individual assignment (Individual - 10%)	10 %	02/04/2026	20/04/2026	1,2,3,4,5
Individual essay (Individual - 30%)	30 %	15/05/2026	29/05/2026	1,2,3,4,5
Final exam (Individual - 40%)	40 %	*	02/07/2026	1,2,3,4,5

* If the Due Date and Return of Assessment date are blank, see the Assessment Tab for specific Assessment Task details

Policies

ANU has educational policies, procedures and guidelines , which are designed to ensure that staff and students are aware of the University’s academic standards, and implement them. Students are expected to have read the Academic Integrity Rule before the commencement of their course. Other key policies and guidelines include:

• Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure
• Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure
• Extenuating Circumstances Application
• Student Surveys and Evaluations
• Deferred Examinations
• Student Complaint Resolution Policy and Procedure
• Code of practice for teaching and learning

Assessment Requirements

The ANU is using 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. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the Academic Skills website. In rare cases where online submission using Turnitin software is not technically possible; or where not using Turnitin software has been justified by the Course Convener and approved by the Associate Dean (Education) on the basis of the teaching model being employed; students shall submit assessment online via ‘Canvas’ outside of Turnitin, or failing that in hard copy, or through a combination of submission methods as approved by the Associate Dean (Education). The submission method is detailed below.

Moderation of Assessment

Marks that are allocated during Semester are to be considered provisional until formalised by the College examiners meeting at the end of each Semester. If appropriate, some moderation of marks might be applied prior to final results being released.

Participation

Students are expected to participate in all lectures and tutorials, as well as complete all items of assessment. The course will be taught using a hybrid delivery mode, with in some cases asynchronous (pre-recorded) lectures, and with face-to-face in-class tutorials. 

Examination(s)

There is a required formal end of semester examination. See Assessment task 6 above. Details of the final examination will be communicated directly to students by the ANU Examinations Office in week 10 of the semester and will be available at https://exams.anu.edu.au/timetable/  Details will also be on the Canvas page for the course.

Assessment Task 1

Weekly tutorial quizzes (Individual - 10%)

Due Date:

Weekly during the 11 tutorial sessions in Weeks 2-12. The tutorial held in Week 1 does not have a quiz.

Marks:

Each weekly quiz consists of 5 multiple-choice questions. Maximum score is 11 x 5 = 55 (worth 10%).

Instructions:

Listen to the lectures associated with the topic discussed during the tutorial, and complete the reading specified in the tutorial program on the Canvas course page.

Purpose:

Encourage students to keep up with reading and lectures, and test their understanding of reading and lectures.

Marking Criteria:

Each answer is either correct or wrong.

Submission Details:

Quizzes are to be completed via Canvas. The quizzes can only be completed online during the weekly tutorials.

Students with extenuating circumstances should discuss support for alternative arrangements with the Course Convenor, and where necessary, submit an Extenuating Circumstances Application via ANUHub.

Feedback:

During the semester, a collection of questions and answers will be provided to assist with final examination preparation, within 10 working days of each quiz. An interim mark will be provided by 31 March.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

Use of AI tools is not permitted for this assessment task. The quizzes are invigilated, and potential breaches of Academic Integrity will be investigated.

Assessment Task 2

Tutorial presentation 'Chinese business in context (Group - 5%)

Due Date:

Once during one of the 11 tutorial sessions during Weeks 2-12.

Marks:

A mark out of 10 (worth 5%), which is the same for each team member

Maximum length:

10 minutes, or ca. 800 words. Presentations will be stopped when the limit is reached.

Instructions:

During the week 1 tutorial, students volunteer in teams of 2 for one of the topics during the tutorials in weeks 2-12. Teams of 2 students exchange contact details, complete the reading specified in the tutorial program on the Canvas course page and meet outside class hours to prepare their presentation. One or both students present. Every week, a team of 2 students delivers a short presentation that answers the set question. Students can consult the tutor during the preparation of their presentation. Presentations will be video recorded, which will enable later validation and verification of the assessment if required.

Purpose:

Tests students’ research and effective oral communication skills on a topic related to course content, deepening teamwork experience.

Marking criteria:

Assessment is based on the content of the presentation and will be marked by the tutor. Marking criteria will be available from the Canvas course page. Each team of two students will share the work of preparing the presentation and be assessed on both individual and shared effort.

Submission / presentation details:

The presenting team submits a short report after the presentation by email to the tutor.

Students with extenuating circumstances should discuss support for alternative arrangements with the Course Convenor, and where necessary, submit an Extenuating Circumstances Application via ANUHub.

Feedback:

Within 10 working days of presentation. The tutor returns comments and the mark by email. Assessment will only be based on the presentation, not the report that students submit.

Use of Artificial Intelligence for this presentation:

The purpose of this assessable task is for students to exercise their research, teamwork and effective oral communication skills and demonstrate those abilities. The use of generative AI such as ChatGPT, GPT-4, DALL-E, Copilot) and other tools (e.g. Grammarly) to generate the text of these assignments defies this purpose. 

Nevertheless, the ANU allows students to use generative AI to support their learning, but only in a way that is entirely consistent with the ANU Academic Integrity principles for use of GenAI https://www.anu.edu.au/students/academic-skills/academic-integrity/best-practice-principles/guide-for-students-best. This means for this presentation that students using generative AI must meet the following additional condition for this assessable task:

• clearly acknowledge the use of Artificial Intelligence in the relevant parts of the assessment task during their presentation

Further guidance on how to use generative AI is provided in the broad guidelines provided by the ANU in this ANU Gen AI LibGuide: https://libguides.anu.edu.au/generative-ai

Assessment Task 3

Tutorial review question (Individual - 5%)

Due Date:

During the 11 tutorial sessions in Weeks 2-12. Each student takes a turn at random to answer one weekly review question in the course of the semester.

Marks:

A mark out of 10 (worth 5%)

Suggested Length:

Half an A4 page

Instructions:

Attend the relevant lectures at the start of the week, complete the reading specified in the tutorial program on the Canvas course page, answer the selected review questions for that week, and be ready to share one of your answers when the tutor invites you at random.

Purpose:

Encourage students to keep up with the prescribed reading and lectures. Test students on their understanding of both reading and lectures.

Marking Criteria:

Tutor marks the answers based on their completeness, relevance and logic in addressing the question. Each possible weekly submission is weighted equally.

Submission Details:

Selected students share their answers to the review questions during the tutorial. The tutor leads in-class discussion in relation to these questions.

Students with extenuating circumstances should submit an Extenuating Circumstances Application via ANUHub.

Feedback:

Within 10 working days of submission, via the Canvas Gradebook.

Use of Artificial Intelligence for this presentation:

The purpose of this assessable task is for students to demonstrate their understanding of the reading and the lectures. The use of generative AI such as ChatGPT, GPT-4, DALL-E, Copilot) and other tools (e.g. Grammarly) to generate the text of this task defies this purpose. Nevertheless, the ANU allows students to use generative AI to support their learning, but only in a way that is entirely consistent with the ANU Academic Integrity principles for use of GenAI https://www.anu.edu.au/students/academic-skills/academic-integrity/best-practice-principles/guide-for-students-best. This means that students using generative AI must meet the following additional condition for this assessable task:

• clearly acknowledge the use of Artificial Intelligence in the relevant parts of the assessment task during their presentation of their answers to the tutorial review question.

Further guidance on how to use generative AI is provided in broad guidelines provided by the ANU in this ANU Gen AI LibGuide: https://libguides.anu.edu.au/generative-ai

Assessment Task 4

Short individual assignment (Individual - 10%)

Due Date:

Thursday 2 April 2026, 4 pm

Marks:

A mark out of 20 (worth 10%)

Maximum Length:

750 words (+/-10%), including all text, tables and figures, but excluding references, contents page and footnotes. Words in excess of the limit won't be read.

Instructions:

Students research the operations of an actual Australian firm in China and provide substantiated answers to a set of questions about the operations of the company in China. Details of a selection of companies, pointers to relevant source materials and expectations regarding formatting of the text will be made available to students on the Canvas course page.

Purpose:

Tests students' research and effective written communication skills. Increases their awareness of the opportunities and risks of foreign firms operating in China.

Marking Criteria:

Explained in a separate document, ‘Criteria for assessing written and other work completed in the course Business in China (BUSI3028)', available on the Canvas course page.

Submission Details:

Assignments to be submitted online via the Canvas course page. The expected formatting of the text is explained on the Canvas course page.

Students with extenuating circumstances should submit an Extenuating Circumstances Application via ANUHub.

Feedback:

Within 10 working days of submission, via the Canvas course page.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

The purpose of this individual assignment is for students to exercise their research, analytical, synthesis and writing skills and demonstrate those abilities. The use of generative AI such as ChatGPT, GPT-4, DALL-E, Copilot) and other tools (e.g. Grammarly) to generate the text of these assignments defies this purpose. Nevertheless, the ANU allows students to use generative AI to support their learning, but only in a way that is entirely consistent with the ANU Academic Integrity principles for use of GenAI https://www.anu.edu.au/students/academic-skills/academic-integrity/best-practice-principles/guide-for-students-best. This means that in addition to accurate and appropriate citing and referencing of the sources that have been used to prepare the text, students using generative AI must also meet the following additional conditions for this assessable task:

• clearly acknowledge the use of Artificial Intelligence at the start of this assessable task.
• submit the deliverable in a format that preserves ‘tracked changes’ (e.g. in MS Word, Apple Pages, or similar) and that shows the progression of academic effort and contribution towards completing the task.

Further guidance on how to use generative AI is provided in the broad guidelines provided by the ANU in this ANU Gen AI LibGuide: https://libguides.anu.edu.au/generative-ai

Assessment Task 5

Individual essay (Individual - 30%)

Due Date:

Friday 15 May 2026, 4 pm

Marks:

A mark out of 20 (worth 30%)

Maximum Length:

2,500 words (+/-10%), including all text, tables and figures, but excluding references, contents page and footnotes. Words in excess of the limit won't be read.

Instructions:

Students select one of six set topics, read extensively to study the topic, and write an essay that answers the relevant question. Further details, including the expected formatting of the essay document, are on the Canvas course page.

Purpose:

Tests students' research and effective written communication skills on a topic related to course content

Marking Criteria:

Explained in a separate document, ‘Criteria for assessing written and other work completed in the course Business in China (BUSI3028)', available on the Canvas course page.

Submission / Presentation Details:

Assignments to be submitted online via the Canvas course page. Structuring, formatting and referencing details are explained in a separate document, 'Minimum requirements for good assignment writing', available on the Canvas course page.

Students with extenuating circumstances should submit an Extenuating Circumstances Application via ANUHub.

Feedback:

Within 10 working days of submission, via the Canvas course page.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

The purpose of this individual assignment is for students to exercise their research, analytical, synthesis and writing skills and demonstrate those abilities. The use of generative AI such as ChatGPT, GPT-4, DALL-E, Copilot) and other tools (e.g. Grammarly) to generate the text of these assignments defies this purpose. Nevertheless, the ANU allows students to use generative AI to support their learning, but only in a way that is entirely consistent with the ANU Academic Integrity principles for use of GenAI https://www.anu.edu.au/students/academic-skills/academic-integrity/best-practice-principles/guide-for-students-best. This means that in addition to accurate and appropriate citing and referencing of the sources that have been used to prepare the text, students using generative AI must also meet the following additional conditions for this assessable task:

• clearly acknowledge the use of Artificial Intelligence at the start of this assessable task.
• submit the deliverable in a format that preserves ‘tracked changes’ (e.g. in MS Word, Apple Pages, or similar) and that shows the progression of academic effort and contribution towards completing the task.

Further guidance on how to use generative AI is provided in the broad guidelines provided by the ANU in this ANU Gen AI LibGuide: https://libguides.anu.edu.au/generative-ai

Assessment Task 6

Final exam (Individual - 40%)

Due Date:

To be announced and held during the ANU final exam period. Students will be advised of the time via the ANU examination timetable online. The format of the exam paper will be discussed with students in week 10.

Marks:

Based on the nature and the marks/weights of the questions. The total exam score will be worth 40%.

Maximum Length:

The format of the two-hour written exam will be discussed during the last lecture and the last tutorial.

Instructions:

Covers all material discussed during the lectures and tutorial sessions, contained in the textbook, and any distributed additional reading throughout the semester. More information on the examination reflecting hybrid mode will be made available on Canvas at least 2 weeks before the examination period.

Purpose:

Test students' understanding of course readings and lectures.

Marking Criteria:

Complete, correct, accurate answers covering all parts of the question, and illustrated with figures, data, and examples as appropriate. Details explained in a separate document 'Criteria for assessing written and other work completed in the course Business in China (BUSI3028)', available from the Canvas course page before the end of Week 10.

Submission/Presentation Details:

Permitted materials: to be communicated by the ANU Examinations Office and the Course Convenor before the end of Week 10. If students are not able to attend the exam due to illness or other extenuating circumstances, they must apply to sit a deferred exam by submitting the application form for deferred assessment and providing documented evidence.

Feedback:

With the return of final grades.

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a core part of the ANU culture as a community of scholars. The University’s students are an integral part of that community. The academic integrity principle commits all students to engage in academic work in ways that are consistent with, and actively support, academic integrity, and to uphold this commitment by behaving honestly, responsibly and ethically, and with respect and fairness, in scholarly practice.

The University expects all staff and students to be familiar with the academic integrity principle, the Academic Integrity Rule 2021, the Policy: Student Academic Integrity and Procedure: Student Academic Integrity, and to uphold high standards of academic integrity to ensure the quality and value of our qualifications.

The Academic Integrity Rule 2021 is a legal document that the University uses to promote academic integrity, and manage breaches of the academic integrity principle. The Policy and Procedure support the Rule by outlining overarching principles, responsibilities and processes. The Academic Integrity Rule 2021 commences on 1 December 2021 and applies to courses commencing on or after that date, as well as to research conduct occurring on or after that date. Prior to this, the Academic Misconduct Rule 2015 applies.

 

The University commits to assisting all students to understand how to engage in academic work in ways that are consistent with, and actively support academic integrity. All coursework students must complete the online Academic Integrity Module (Epigeum), and Higher Degree Research (HDR) students are required to complete research integrity training. The Academic Integrity website provides information about services available to assist students with their assignments, examinations and other learning activities, as well as understanding and upholding academic integrity.

Online Submission

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 Turnitin website.

Hardcopy Submission

For some forms of assessment (handwritten assignments, art works, laboratory notes, etc.) hard copy submission is appropriate when approved by the Associate Dean (Education). Hard copy submissions must utilise the Assignment Cover Sheet used by the ANU Research School of Management (RSM). Please keep a copy of tasks completed for your records.

Late Submission

Individual assessment tasks may or may not allow for late submission. Policy regarding late submission is detailed below:

• Late submission not permitted. If submission of assessment tasks without an extension after the due date is not permitted, a mark of 0 will be awarded.
• Late submission permitted. Late submission of assessment tasks without an extension are penalised at the rate of 5% of the possible marks available per working day or part thereof. Late submission of assessment tasks is not accepted after 10 working days after the due date, or on or after the date specified in the course outline for the return of the assessment item. Late submission is not accepted for take-home examinations

All requests for Assessment Adjustment (including Requests for Extension and for Consideration of Extenuating Circumstances) should be submitted via ANUHub.

Referencing Requirements

The Academic Skills website has information to assist you with your writing and assessments. The website includes information about Academic Integrity including referencing requirements for different disciplines. There is also information on Plagiarism and different ways to use source material. Any use of artificial intelligence must be properly referenced. Failure to properly cite use of Generative AI will be considered a breach of academic integrity.

Returning Assignments

See the descriptions of assessment tasks above.

Extensions and Penalties

Extensions and late submission of assessment pieces are covered by the Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure. Extensions may be granted for assessment pieces that are not examinations or take-home examinations. If you need an extension, you must request an extension in writing on or before the due date. If you have documented and appropriate medical evidence that demonstrates you were not able to request an extension on or before the due date, you may be able to request it after the due date.

Resubmission of Assignments

Unless specified otherwise in the assignments requirements, resubmissions are permitted up until the due date and time, but not allowed afterwards.

Privacy Notice

The ANU has made a number of third party, online, databases available for students to use. Use of each online database is conditional on student end users first agreeing to the database licensor’s terms of service and/or privacy policy. Students should read these carefully. In some cases student end users will be required to register an account with the database licensor and submit personal information, including their: first name; last name; ANU email address; and other information.
In cases where student end users are asked to submit ‘content’ to a database, such as an assignment or short answers, the database licensor may only use the student’s ‘content’ in accordance with the terms of service – including any (copyright) licence the student grants to the database licensor. Any personal information or content a student submits may be stored by the licensor, potentially offshore, and will be used to process the database service in accordance with the licensors terms of service and/or privacy policy.
If any student chooses not to agree to the database licensor’s terms of service or privacy policy, the student will not be able to access and use the database. In these circumstances students should contact their lecturer to enquire about alternative arrangements that are available.

Distribution of grades policy

Academic Quality Assurance Committee monitors the performance of students, including attrition, further study and employment rates and grade distribution, and College reports on quality assurance processes for assessment activities, including alignment with national and international disciplinary and interdisciplinary standards, as well as qualification type learning outcomes.

Since first semester 1994, ANU uses a grading scale for all courses. This grading scale is used by all academic areas of the University.

Support for students

The University offers students support through several different services. You may contact the services listed below directly or seek advice from your Course Convener, Student Administrators, or your College and Course representatives (if applicable).

• ANU Health, safety & wellbeing for medical services, counselling, mental health and spiritual support
• ANU Accessibility for students with a disability or ongoing or chronic illness
• ANU Dean of Students for confidential, impartial advice and help to resolve problems between students and the academic or administrative areas of the University
• ANU Academic Skills supports you make your own decisions about how you learn and manage your workload.
• ANU Counselling promotes, supports and enhances mental health and wellbeing within the University student community.
• ANUSA supports and represents all ANU students