This is a non-graded unit, as the learning outcomes are best achieved through a satisfactory/ unsatisfactory assessment.

Each student will work with an individual supervisor, and the details of participation and relevant meetings will be arranged individually. In addition, the students will participate in three group meetings with the convenor & other supervisors during the semester. The scheduling of these will be arranged via the unit iLearn site, which will also have shared resources and discussions.

The convenor is available for additional support if needed - please email for an appointment.

Please note you cannot enrol directly in this unit - it is by special approval only and has eligiblity requirements.

Prior to semester: read information on the Cognitive & Brain Sciences iLearn Community page about the unit and fill in the Expression of Interest form by the deadline.

If your Expression of Interest is successful, you will be able to submit a request for special approval through askmq to enrol in the unit.

Social inclusion at Macquarie University is about giving everyone who has the potential to benefit from higher education the opportunity to study at university, participate in campus life and flourish in their chosen field. The University has made significant moves to promote an equitable, diverse and exciting campus community for the benefit of staff and students. It is your responsibility to contribute towards the development of an inclusive culture and practice in the areas of learning and teaching, research, and service orientation and delivery. As a member of the Macquarie University community, you must not discriminate against or harass others based on their sex, gender, race, marital status, carers' responsibilities, disability, sexual orientation, age, political conviction or religious belief. All staff and students are expected to display appropriate behaviour that is conducive to a healthy learning environment for everyone. The Unit Convenor is an active supporter of equity and diversity at Macquarie University, including being a member of the Ally network, and is happy to provide additional support if needed.

In the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences, professionalism is a key capability embedded in all our courses. In this course, you work independently with a supervisor, conducting various aspects of research. It is crucial that you behave with the utmost professionalism when interacting with your academic colleagues, research participants, and other students.

Another dimension of professionalism is having respect for your peers. It is the right of every student to learn in an environment that is free of disruption and distraction. Please arrive to all learning activities on time, and if you are unavoidably detained, please join activity as quietly as possible to minimise disruption. Phones and other electronic devices that produce noise and other distractions must be turned off prior to entering class. Where your own device (e.g., laptop) is being used for class-related activities, you are asked to close down all other applications to avoid distraction to you and others. Please treat your fellow students with the utmost respect. If you are uncomfortable participating in any specific activity, please let the relevant academic know.