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INTS3050 – International Studies Internship
2020 – Session 2, Special circumstance
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
Convenor
Maryam Khalid
Contact via Email
Please email to book an appointment
Convenor (virtual Japanese placements)
Mio Bryce
Contact via Email
Please email to book an appointment
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Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Permission by special approval
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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 is offered on a pass/fail basis. This is an internship program primarily for students within the Department of International Studies, however students from outside the Department are welcome to contact the Faculty of Arts PACE staff to discuss whether the unit is suitable for them. The unit provides students with the opportunity to gain invaluable work experience related to their degree, internationalise their resume, and develop intercultural awareness and competencies. Students intending to enrol in the unit will need to have sourced a placement in a private or public sector organisation that has an international profile, mission, or structure, and which will allow them to develop their intercultural engagement skills. The internship must be organised prior to the start of the study period. Please direct queries, including questions about eligibility and application requirements, to the Faculty of Arts PACE staff through arts.pace@mq.edu.au six weeks before the beginning of session. |
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: critically reflect on the development of Graduate Capabilities in relation to personal and professional development during the course of the internship.
- ULO2: demonstrate awareness of the cultural, political, and/or social context in which the internship host is located, by creating a report analysing these contextual factors.
- ULO3: demonstrate, through analytical reflection in assessment tasks and through effective completion of internship tasks, a range of cross-cultural communication skills.
- ULO4: apply the knowledge acquired through University study to real life situations such as those experienced in the internship.
- ULO5: apply professional competencies relevant to the internship, including cross-cultural skills and problem-solving skills, in a professional environment.
General Assessment Information
Late Assessment Penalty
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 |
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| Supervisor report | 10% | No | Week 13 |
| Learning plan | 20% | No | Week 3 |
| Final report | 30% | No | Week 13 |
| Reflective journal | 40% | No | Ongoing |
Supervisor report
Assessment Type 1: Work-integrated task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 0 hours
Due: Week 13
Weighting: 10%
The student's placement supervisor(s) will assess the student's performance during the internship and determine whether they have met the internship requirements.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- apply the knowledge acquired through University study to real life situations such as those experienced in the internship.
- apply professional competencies relevant to the internship, including cross-cultural skills and problem-solving skills, in a professional environment.
Learning plan
Assessment Type 1: Reflective Writing
Indicative Time on Task 2: 5 hours
Due: Week 3
Weighting: 20%
Students will produce a short reflective learning plan that sets out their engagement with the unit's key aims and focus, and their internship.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- critically reflect on the development of Graduate Capabilities in relation to personal and professional development during the course of the internship.
- demonstrate, through analytical reflection in assessment tasks and through effective completion of internship tasks, a range of cross-cultural communication skills.
Final report
Assessment Type 1: Report
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: Week 13
Weighting: 30%
Students will produce a report in which they reflect on the internship in the broader context of the host organisation, and its cultural, social, and/or political context.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- critically reflect on the development of Graduate Capabilities in relation to personal and professional development during the course of the internship.
- demonstrate awareness of the cultural, political, and/or social context in which the internship host is located, by creating a report analysing these contextual factors.
- apply the knowledge acquired through University study to real life situations such as those experienced in the internship.
Reflective journal
Assessment Type 1: Log book
Indicative Time on Task 2: 30 hours
Due: Ongoing
Weighting: 40%
Students will engage in reflective analysis of their internship experiences, including demonstrating their application of relevant skills and knowledge acquired during their studies to the internship.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- critically reflect on the development of Graduate Capabilities in relation to personal and professional development during the course of the internship.
- demonstrate, through analytical reflection in assessment tasks and through effective completion of internship tasks, a range of cross-cultural communication skills.
- apply the knowledge acquired through University study to real life situations such as those experienced in the internship.
- apply professional competencies relevant to the internship, including cross-cultural skills and problem-solving skills, in a professional environment.
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
TECHNOLOGY USED AND REQUIRED
Online Unit
Login is via: https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/
Is my unit in iLearn?: https://unitguides.mq.edu.au/ilearn_unit_status/ to check when your online unit will become available.
Technology
Students are required to have regular access to a computer and the internet. Mobile devices alone are not sufficient.
The preferred operating system is Windows 10.
Students are required to access the online unit in iLearn by the end of Week 1 and follow any relevant instructions and links for downloads that may be required. If applicable, students are required to download the relevant language package prior to Week 2.
Please contact your course convenor before the end of Week 1 if you do not have a suitable laptop (or tablet).
- For central technical support go to: http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/
- For student quick guides on the use of iLearn go to: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/tools-and-resources/ilearn/ilearn-quick-guides-for-students
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.