Students
GEOP2060 – Geography and Planning Field School
2021 – Session 2, Special circumstances, North Ryde
Session 2 Learning and Teaching Update
The decision has been made to conduct study online for the remainder of Session 2 for all units WITHOUT mandatory on-campus learning activities. Exams for Session 2 will also be online where possible to do so.
This is due to the extension of the lockdown orders and to provide certainty around arrangements for the remainder of Session 2. We hope to return to campus beyond Session 2 as soon as it is safe and appropriate to do so.
Some classes/teaching activities cannot be moved online and must be taught on campus. You should already know if you are in one of these classes/teaching activities and your unit convenor will provide you with more information via iLearn. If you want to confirm, see the list of units with mandatory on-campus classes/teaching activities.
Visit the MQ COVID-19 information page for more detail.
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Convenor, Associate Professor
Kate Lloyd
B451 25WW
by appointment
Associate Professor
Sandie Suchet-Pearson
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
(GEOP1010 or GEOP111) and (GEOP2010 or GEOP201)
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
The Geography and Planning field school provides students with an opportunity to apply skills in a real-world environment. Students will develop theoretical and practical knowledge in the context of a specific field site and will participate in research exercises that prepare them for conducting future independent research. Working in a team, students will gain first-hand experience in applying research skills using different methods of data collection alongside assessing, analysing and presenting data. Students will also gain practical skills in assessing ethical implications, and considering the risks and hazards involved in doing fieldwork. On the basis of these activities, students will gain a clear understanding of the skills required for conducting geographic and planning research and have the capacity to see a research project through from start to finish. |
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: Define, plan and execute a research project, incorporating practical and ethical elements of conducting research.
- ULO2: Apply geographical and planning theory and methods to a specific field site.
- ULO3: Demonstrate skills in project management, data collection, data analysis and communication of research findings.
- ULO4: Work independently and as part of a team.
General Assessment Information
Assignment requirements and submission
Detailed requirements and marking rubrics for each assessment are available from the iLearn site. All written assignments should be submitted online to Turnitin via the relevant links provided in iLearn. You are not required to submit a hardcopy of any assignments or include a cover sheet.
Assessment extensions and late penalties
Circumstances that affect your ability to complete assignments by the deadline must be discussed with the convenor prior to the due date. Extensions will be granted only in unforeseen or exceptional circumstances according to the University Special Consideration policy. Students must apply online via AskMQ and provide appropriate supporting documentation (e.g. medical certificate).
Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, (a) a penalty for lateness will apply – 10 marks out of 100 credit 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.
Assessment feedback
All feedback for assignments will be made available online. The grade will be in the form of a letter as consistent with University policy (HD, D, Cr, P, F) alongside written feedback
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Fieldwork Portfolio | 50% | No | 23:59 11/10/2021 |
| Presentation | 20% | No | 23:59 10/09/2021 |
| Project brief | 30% | No | 23:59 03/09/2021 |
Fieldwork Portfolio
Assessment Type 1: Field work task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 40 hours
Due: 23:59 11/10/2021
Weighting: 50%
A 2,500-word portfolio comprising a) group analysis of approaches and observations from the field in the context of the wider literature; and b) individual reflections based on a fieldwork diary compiled during fieldwork.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Define, plan and execute a research project, incorporating practical and ethical elements of conducting research.
- Apply geographical and planning theory and methods to a specific field site.
- Demonstrate skills in project management, data collection, data analysis and communication of research findings.
- Work independently and as part of a team.
Presentation
Assessment Type 1: Presentation
Indicative Time on Task 2: 10 hours
Due: 23:59 10/09/2021
Weighting: 20%
Students present their field school output in small groups and submit individual presentation scripts (600-800 words). Presentations will include the key observations made in the field, and a discussion and interpretation of these observations.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Define, plan and execute a research project, incorporating practical and ethical elements of conducting research.
- Apply geographical and planning theory and methods to a specific field site.
- Demonstrate skills in project management, data collection, data analysis and communication of research findings.
- Work independently and as part of a team.
Project brief
Assessment Type 1: Report
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: 23:59 03/09/2021
Weighting: 30%
A 1,000-word project brief drawing on academic and policy literature related to the field site.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Define, plan and execute a research project, incorporating practical and ethical elements of conducting research.
- Apply geographical and planning theory and methods to a specific field site.
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
Classes
The Geography and Planning field school will run with on campus 3 hourly workshops on Mondays in weeks 1, 2, 4, 6 and 7 followed by on campus workshops in the second week of the mid-session recess.
Given the nature of the unit students will not be able to complete the unit successfully if they do not attend all face-to-face workshops
Reading
Required reading (journal articles and chapters) will be listed on iLearn and available via Leganto.
Technology used and required
All enrolled students have access to the GEOP2060 website via iLearn. iLearn will provide access to unit resources (powerpoint presentations for download) as well as readings, links and forum discussions. Regular access to iLearn is required in order to complete the unit.
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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Unit information based on version 2021.03 of the Handbook