Youth and Community Contexts
Credit points
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Prerequisites
Co-requisites
(Corequisite units must be studied concurrently with this unit)
Overview
Students will be introduced to a range of contemporary scenarios relevant to the community, youth and justice sectors. Utilising a project-based approach students will complete a professional style report on a chosen scenario. Students will select a scenario, describe the background and context, identify and analyse the key issues, and propose appropriate responses. This unit begins the process of developing key knowledge, academic and professional skills that will prepare students for work in a range of youth and community contexts and work environments.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- Investigate a chosen social scenario relevant to youth, community or criminal justice contexts
- Describe, identify and analyse the key issues associated with the scenario
- Determine and outline appropriate responses to the issues
- Demonstrate effective communication skills to plan, research and complete a professional report.
Assessment
For Melbourne campuses
Assessment type: Journal | Grade: 20%
Reflective piece regarding selection of scenario
Assessment type: Presentation | Grade: 35%
Presentation based on Draft Report
Assessment type: Report | Grade: 45%
Final Report
Required reading
Students will be provided with a reading list via VU Collaborate.
As part of a course
This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.