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MMCC3150 – Media Internship
2021 – Session 1, Weekday attendance, North Ryde
Notice
As part of Phase 3 of our return to campus plan, most units will now run tutorials, seminars and other small group activities on campus, and most will keep an online version available to those students unable to return or those who choose to continue their studies online.
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General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor
Dr Rachael Gunn
By appointment
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
130cp at 1000 level or above and Permission by Special approval
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
20cp in MMCC units at 3000 Level
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
In this unit media students have the opportunity to use their academic learning in employment contexts and further develop their theoretical and practical skills. Students undertake a 45-hour (minimum) Internship/PACE activity in a media-related role working under supervision. To assist with their placement, students are organised into streams based on their media specialisations and/or interests, for example, community video production, public relations and social media, radio production and broadcasting, journalism, and interactive media design, etc. Students will gain a greater understanding of the media industries and their employment options. This unit promotes learning through participation with community partners as well as the development of graduate capabilities and professional skills. This unit is aimed at students in the following majors: Games and Interactivity; Journalism and Non-Fiction Writing; Interactive Design; Media, Culture and Communications; Media Studies; Moving Image and Sound Studies; Public Relations and Social Media; Radio and Podcasting; Screen, Practice and Production, and International Communications. Students seeking to enrol in this unit should contact the Arts PACE office (arts.pace@mq.edu.au) at least six weeks before the commencement 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: connect and translate theoretical ideas and understand these ideas within employment contexts with a view to achieving on-going employability.
- ULO2: integrate reflective practice and self-management tactics to respond to the placement challenges and to enhance career-readiness.
- ULO3: apply and develop professional and interpersonal skills to navigate the interconnected and fast-paced global workplace.
- ULO4: communicate media-specific and professional discourse in appropriate styles and formats.
- ULO5: synthesize and integrate disciplinary knowledge in the course and program and evaluate how that knowledge will inform and impact future experiential learning and professional development skills.
General Assessment Information
Internship/PACE Activity
MMCC3150 is a PACE unit, which is intended to provide students with hands-on experience as part of their undergraduate studies. In order to fulfil the requirements of this unit, students must undertake a 45hour (minimum) internship/PACE activity working under supervision. All placements must be approved by the University before students can proceed. Placements must be completed within semester dates (unless Early Commencement has been approved).
At the end of their placement, students must submit a Log Sheet that indicates they have completed this minimum 45hour activity, which is signed off by their supervisor. This Log Sheet is due in Week 14 (further details on iLearn).
Further resources and information about doing PACE in the Faculty of Arts can be found here.
Late Penalty and Special Consideration
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.
Please note: Extensions and late penalties will be applied per 24hour period. I.e. If the original deadline was Monday 5pm and the student received 2 days extension, the assessment will then be due on Wednesday 5pm. This is to help prepare students for employment contexts.
Students with a pre-existing disability/health condition or prolonged adverse circumstances may be eligible for ongoing assistance and support. Such support is governed by other policies and may be sought and coordinated through Campus Wellbeing and Support Services.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Placement Research Report (For non-CVP students only) or 2. Portfolio (For CVP students only) | 35% | No | Week 6 |
| Presentation | 35% | No | Week 13 |
| Online Participation | 30% | No | Weekly |
1. Placement Research Report (For non-CVP students only) or 2. Portfolio (For CVP students only)
Assessment Type 1: Project
Indicative Time on Task 2: 33 hours
Due: Week 6
Weighting: 35%
1. Produce a professional research report into the organisation and industry in which you are doing your placement. This assessment is only for students not participating in the Community Video Production (CVP) for their PACE Activity. OR 2. Students will work in small groups on a Creative Production (film, podcast, etc.) that is related to and required of their PACE Activity. Students will also complete an individual Critical Reflection that will reflect upon and analyse the student’s individual contribution. This assessment is only for students participating in the Community Video Production (CVP) for their PACE Activity.
Students must also submit a signed log sheet indicating they have completed this 45hour (minimum) internship/PACE activity working under supervision.
Refer to iLearn for further information.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- connect and translate theoretical ideas and understand these ideas within employment contexts with a view to achieving on-going employability.
- integrate reflective practice and self-management tactics to respond to the placement challenges and to enhance career-readiness.
- apply and develop professional and interpersonal skills to navigate the interconnected and fast-paced global workplace.
- communicate media-specific and professional discourse in appropriate styles and formats.
- synthesize and integrate disciplinary knowledge in the course and program and evaluate how that knowledge will inform and impact future experiential learning and professional development skills.
Presentation
Assessment Type 1: Presentation
Indicative Time on Task 2: 33 hours
Due: Week 13
Weighting: 35%
Deliver a professional presentation that synthesises your academic and vocational knowledge with a view to ongoing employability.
Refer to iLearn for further information.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- connect and translate theoretical ideas and understand these ideas within employment contexts with a view to achieving on-going employability.
- communicate media-specific and professional discourse in appropriate styles and formats.
- synthesize and integrate disciplinary knowledge in the course and program and evaluate how that knowledge will inform and impact future experiential learning and professional development skills.
Online Participation
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15 hours
Due: Weekly
Weighting: 30%
iLearn activities will be used for online participation activities throughout this unit. Students should respond to these activities within the stated deadlines. These activities include self-reflection, critical analysis, peer-review, and professional skills development.
Refer to iLearn for further information.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- integrate reflective practice and self-management tactics to respond to the placement challenges and to enhance career-readiness.
- apply and develop professional and interpersonal skills to navigate the interconnected and fast-paced global workplace.
- synthesize and integrate disciplinary knowledge in the course and program and evaluate how that knowledge will inform and impact future experiential learning and professional development skills.
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
Enrolment
Students seeking to enrol in this unit should contact the Arts PACE office (arts.pace@mq.edu.au).
Internship
See here for further information about PACE in the Faculty of Arts. Students are encouraged to work through the PACEWise unit on iLearn.
Classes
Classes will be online on Wednesdays at 6pm.
Readings
The MMCC3150 unit readings are listed on iLearn and accessed via Leganto. The readings are essential preparation for your assignments and help you meet the learning outcomes. Students are expected to go beyond the set readings through independent research that is both specific to their area of study and also to their placement.
Emails
Students are expected to regularly check their student email account, and respond to the Arts PACE Office, unit convenor, and their internship supervisor in a timely and professional manner. Students should email media.internship@mq.edu for any queries related to the unit - this email account is access by both the Arts PACE Office and the unit convenor.
Website
Students are expected to regularly visit the unit’s iLearn site to engage with the unit materials, utilise the assessment, and career resources, and to stay up to date with unit announcements. The Online Participation tasks are worth 30% of the overall unit grade, and requires students to log on to iLearn and complete tasks on a weekly basis. Regularly visiting the iLearn site will also help students stay in touch with the unit staff and cohort, and will also enable them to share placement experiences and assessment queries.
Technology used and required
Computer and Internet access are required. Basic computer skills (e.g., internet browsing), skills in word processing and powerpoint, and emailing are also a requirement.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). 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
Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/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
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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
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IT Help
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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.
Changes since First Published
| Date | Description |
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| 05/02/2021 | Changed the due date of Portfolio task from week 7 to week 6 because I originally didn't realise the mid-semester break was after week 6 this semester. |
Unit information based on version 2021.03 of the Handbook