Students
ARTX3500 – Arts Capstone
2020 – Session 2, Fully online/virtual
Notice
As part of Phase 3 of our return to campus plan, most units will now run tutorials, seminars and other small group learning activities on campus for the second half-year, while keeping an online version available for those students unable to return or those who choose to continue their studies online.
To check the availability of face to face activities for your unit, please go to timetable viewer. To check detailed information on unit assessments visit your unit's iLearn space or consult your unit convenor.
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Jayde Cahir
Panos Vlachopoulos
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
170cp at 1000 level or above
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit aims to facilitate a successful student transition from University life to the next stage of their careers, professional or further research. Through participation in a series of interdisciplinary simulated scenarios and real world challenges, students will further develop and practice different types of transferable skills and apply major discipline concepts in a interdisciplinary context. A major component of this unit is the final assembly and showcase of an integrative portfolio of individual strengths and the promotion of meaningful connections of their learning throughout their studies in the Bachelor of Arts. |
Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Reflect on and integrate their learning experiences and skills development through the completion of an integrative portfolio.
- ULO2: Evaluate personal achievements and capabilities for a range of careers or future study.
- ULO3: Use creative ways to showcase how the Bachelor of Arts prepared them for a range of employment opportunities and further study or research.
- ULO4: Reflect on achievements and develop an action plan for future professional development or research.
General Assessment Information
Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, (a) a penalty for lateness will apply – two (2) marks out of 100 will be deducted per day for assignments submitted after the due date – and (b) no assignment will be accepted more than seven (7) days (incl. weekends) after the original submission deadline. No late submissions will be accepted for timed assessments – e.g. quizzes, online tests.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skills Portfolio | 50% | No | Week 14 |
| Personal Statement | 25% | No | Week 4 |
| Digital Presentation | 25% | No | Week 11 |
Skills Portfolio
Assessment Type 1: Portfolio
Indicative Time on Task 2: 60 hours
Due: Week 14
Weighting: 50%
A collection of evidence of skills development and reflections
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Reflect on and integrate their learning experiences and skills development through the completion of an integrative portfolio.
- Evaluate personal achievements and capabilities for a range of careers or future study.
- Use creative ways to showcase how the Bachelor of Arts prepared them for a range of employment opportunities and further study or research.
- Reflect on achievements and develop an action plan for future professional development or research.
Personal Statement
Assessment Type 1: Non-academic writing
Indicative Time on Task 2: 22 hours
Due: Week 4
Weighting: 25%
Develop a personal statement relevant to your next stage in life (eg. further studies or professional career).
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Reflect on achievements and develop an action plan for future professional development or research.
Digital Presentation
Assessment Type 1: Presentation
Indicative Time on Task 2: 22 hours
Due: Week 11
Weighting: 25%
A digital presentation to be reviewed by a panel of experts.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Reflect on and integrate their learning experiences and skills development through the completion of an integrative portfolio.
- Evaluate personal achievements and capabilities for a range of careers or future study.
- Use creative ways to showcase how the Bachelor of Arts prepared them for a range of employment opportunities and further study or research.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
This is a fully-online unit.
There will be weekly zoom session on Wednesdays 3-4pm in Weeks 1-12.
Additional information is available in iLearn ARTS3500/ARTX3500.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy (Note: The Special Consideration Policy is effective from 4 December 2017 and replaces the Disruption to Studies Policy.)
Students seeking more policy resources can visit the Student Policy Gateway (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/student-policy-gateway). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
If you would like to see all the policies relevant to Learning and Teaching visit Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central).
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Student Support
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
Learning Skills
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to help you improve your marks and take control of your study.
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
Student Services and Support
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
Student Enquiries
For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au
If you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
IT Help
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.