Graduating Project 1

Unit code:ACX3005Study level:Undergraduate

Credit points

12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)

Location

Footscray Nicholson
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)
Co-requisites
(Corequisite units must be studied concurrently with this unit)

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 through reflective and critical engagement in academic texts and understanding of principles of academic integrity.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Annotated Bibliography | Grade: 20%

Annotated Bibliography with reflection

Assessment type: Assignment | Grade: 20%

Self-development plan

Assessment type: Report | Grade: 40%

Project proposal

Assessment type: Presentation | Grade: 20%

Concept pitch (oral presentation)

Assessment type: Other | Grade: 0%

Evidence of completion of the Academic Integrity Modules (Hurdle)

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):

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