Graduating Project 1

Unit code: ACX3005 | Study level: Undergraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Footscray Park
Prerequisites
Students enrolled in course code ABAB and LBLA must complete 36 credit points (equivalent to 3 units) of a Major prior to undertaking ACX3005 Graduating Project 1.
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

The purpose of this initial capstone unit is to develop a project concept, partnership and plan; projects will be implemented in the final capstone unit, Graduating Project 2, ACX3006. These projects are guided by the students' specialisations, interests and career orientation and conducted in specialised or interdisciplinary groups to foster collaboration. Students are expected to utilise their learning throughout the course from their core units and specialisations. Projects may be undertaken with an industry and/or community partner.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Evaluate challenges affecting practical implementation of their learnings in their specialisation(s);
  2. Investigate issues and propose professional solutions in working on real life projects;
  3. Exhibit skills developed in interdisciplinary teamwork; and
  4. Articulate and advocate, in written and oral formats, a project concept and plan for development and production.
  5. Participate in an academic community of discourse through reflective and critical engagement in academic texts and understanding of principles of academic integrity.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Hurdle assessment task: Completion of five Academic Integrity Modules

Assessment type: Annotated Bibliography
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Grade: 20%
Annotated Bibliography with reflection
Assessment type: Assignment
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Grade: 20%
Self-development plan
Assessment type: Report
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Grade: 40%
Project proposal
Assessment type: Presentation
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Grade: 20%
Concept pitch (oral presentation)

Required reading

Selected readings will be made available via VU Collaborate.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Bachelor of Animation and Visual Effects
ABAV | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Music
ABMC | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Screen Media
ABSN | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years

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