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BUSL100 – Global Legal Frameworks for a Sustainable Planet
2019 – S1 Day
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor and Lecturer
Trish Blazey
Contact via 9850 7683
E4A 240
For consultation hours please see iLearn
Moderator - students should not contact Dr Chan at any time regarding this unit
Dr Kaywah Chan
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| Credit points |
Credit points
3
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
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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 unit focuses on the need for sustainable economic development worldwide. It assesses the impact of international environmental legal frameworks that relate to climate change, deforestation, water, fishing, waste and biodiversity and undertakes an overview of current scientific findings in the popular press. The unit evaluates the effectiveness of Australian legal frameworks designed to facilitate sustainable economic development. Corporate social responsibility for the protection of the planet is evaluated both internationally and nationally. The unit is designed to provide a basic understanding of environmental legal issues across a broad range of disciplines.
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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:
- Explain the concept of a sustainable planet and its capacity to sustain the current level of economic development
- Assess current mitigation and adaptation strategies that relate to sustainability
- Evaluate international and national legal frameworks that address climate change, fresh water, fishing, deforestation, waste and land use
- Demonstrate an ability to understand scientific articles in the popular press that relate to a sustainable planet
General Assessment Information
Name Weighting Due
Class participation 20% Ongoing
Case Study 20% 5 April
Final assignment 60% 7 June
Unit total study hours 150 hours
Assessment Tasks
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| Class participation | 20% | No | Ongoing |
| Case study | 20% | No | 5 April by 4pm |
| Final Assignment | 60% | No | 7 June by 4pm |
Class participation
Due: Ongoing
Weighting: 20%
In-class participation. A roll will be taken each week. A student who is absent for a tutorial will be considered as not having participated for that tutorial. Feedback will be provided on an individual basis and students allotted tasks to ensure they are given an opportunity to participate.
Total workload 4 to 4.5 hours per week.
Format: Length: Inherent Task Requirements: Late Submission:Criteria upon which class participation is assessed and the relevant grade criteria which includes high distinction, distinction, credit, pass and fail is posted on iLearn. Refer to https://iLearn.mq.edu.au/login/MQ/
Students are required to prepare in advance of classes and demonstrate an understanding of the materials prescribed. The depth of argument and presentation skills form part of the assessment criteria.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Explain the concept of a sustainable planet and its capacity to sustain the current level of economic development
- Assess current mitigation and adaptation strategies that relate to sustainability
- Evaluate international and national legal frameworks that address climate change, fresh water, fishing, deforestation, waste and land use
- Demonstrate an ability to understand scientific articles in the popular press that relate to a sustainable planet
Case study
Due: 5 April by 4pm
Weighting: 20%
Students are required to undertake an analysis of a climate change case held in the Netherlands
Correct referencing is required. A detailed guide on how to undertake thus case study is posted on iLearn.
Type of Collaboration: Individual Submission:Students will need to submit their case study to TURNITIN and a printed copy to BESS in E4B 106 by 4pm on 5 April
It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that work is submitted correctly prior to the due date..
It is the responsibility of the student to retain a copy of any work submitted. Students must produce these documents upon request. Copies should be retained until the end of the grade appeal period each term. In the event that a student is asked to produce another copy of work submitted and is unable to do so, they may be awarded zero (0) for that particular assignment task. Marks will be released on iLearn within 3 weeks with feedback posted on iLearn.
Time for this study is 30 hours in total
Format:as per instructions on iLearn
Feedback: students will received comments on their paper copies which will be returned in the tutorials
Length:maximum length 1000 words excluding references, there is no minimum length
Late Submission:
Extension and penalties
In view of the time given to students to complete this case study, no extensions will be granted. There will be a deduction of 10% of the total available marks made from the total awarded mark for each 24 hour period or part thereof that the submission is late (for example, 25 hours late in submission – 20% penalty). For example, if the case study is worth 20 marks, a student is 23 hours late in submission and (before penalty the student gains 20 marks) the the penalty will be a deduction of 2 marks . The student will obtain 18 marks for the Assignment. This penalty does not apply for cases in which an application for Special Consideration is made and approved.
Criteria upon which the case study is assessed and the relevant grade criteria which includes high distinction, distinction, credit, pass and fail is posted on iLearn. Refer to https://iLearn.mq.edu.au/login/MQ/
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Assess current mitigation and adaptation strategies that relate to sustainability
- Evaluate international and national legal frameworks that address climate change, fresh water, fishing, deforestation, waste and land use
Final Assignment
Due: 7 June by 4pm
Weighting: 60%
The final assignment is a research essay of no more than 3000 words (minimum 2800 words) (excluding footnotes and bibliography) requiring students to undertake significant research and analyse their findings. It will focus on a current relevant topic. The research question / topic will be posted on iLearn six weeks before the due date in order to give students ample time to undertake the research.
References and a bibliography are required. The Australian Guide to Legal Citation latest edition posted on iLearn is preferred.
Collaborative work is not acceptable.
Type of Collaboration: Individual Submission:Students will need to submit:
1) An electronic version of their assignment via TURNITIN, on the iLearn site of this unit, before the deadline described above. Do NOT submit via TURNITIN more than once.
2) A hardcopy of their electronic assignment submitted via Turnitin to BESS (location: E4B 106) by Friday 7th June by 4pm
Students will need to submit the Assignment electronically via TURNITIN on the iLearn site of this unit before the deadline described above. Do NOT submit via TURNITIN more than once.
It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that work is submitted correctly prior to the due date.
Only Turnitin records will be taken as records of submission. Multiple submissions via Turnitin are NOT POSSIBLE in this unit. Originality reports are NOT made available to students to view and check their work. Please refer to these instructions on how to submit your assignment through Turnitin. Should you have questions about Turnitin or experience issues submitting through the system, you must inform your unit coordinator immediately. If the issue is technical in nature, you may also lodge OneHelp Ticket or refer to the IT help page.
It is the responsibility of the student to retain a copy of any work submitted. Students must produce these documents upon request. Copies should be retained until the end of the grade appeal period each term. In the event that a student is asked to produce another copy of work submitted and is unable to do so, they may be awarded zero (0) for that particular assignment task.
Format: as per instructions on iLearn Length: No more than 3000 words (excluding footnotes and bibliography) minimum number of words 2800 Time:On average 7.5 hours per week from week 6 when the details of the assignment are released
Feedback: Students can view their papers after the University has released the final marks.
Criteria upon which the final assignment is assessed and the relevant grade criteria which includes high distinction, distinction, credit, pass and fail is posted on iLearn. Refer to https://iLearn.mq.edu.au/login/MQ/
Late Submission:Extension and penalties
In view of the time given to students to complete the Assignment, no extensions will be granted. There will be a deduction of 10% of the total available marks made from the total awarded mark for each 24 hour period or part thereof that the submission is late (for example, 25 hours late in submission – 20% penalty). For example, if the Assignment is worth 60 marks, a student is 23 hours late in submission and (before penalty) this student's mark is 60, the penalty will be a deduction of 10%).This penalty does not apply for cases in which an application for Special Consideration is made and approved.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Explain the concept of a sustainable planet and its capacity to sustain the current level of economic development
- Assess current mitigation and adaptation strategies that relate to sustainability
- Evaluate international and national legal frameworks that address climate change, fresh water, fishing, deforestation, waste and land use
- Demonstrate an ability to understand scientific articles in the popular press that relate to a sustainable planet
Delivery and Resources
| Required Text: |
Compulsory TextPhilippe Sands and Jacqueline Peel, Principles of International Environmental Law, 3rd Ed., Cambridge University Press 2018. This can be purchased from the Macquarie University Co-op Bookshop. |
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| Unit Web Page: |
Technology Used: Learning management system (iLearn: https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/login/MQ/) Students have to frequently access this Unit's iLearn site for the lecture notes, tutorial instructions announcements and detailed information regarding the unit. |
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| Technology Used and Required: |
ITWhen using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students. Access to all student computing facilities within the Faculty of Business and Economics is restricted to authorised coursework for approved units. Student ID cards must be displayed in the locations provided at all times. Students are expected to act responsibly when using University IT facilities. The following regulations apply to the use of computing facilities and online services:
Non compliance with these conditions may result in disciplinary action without further notice. Students must use their Macquarie University email addresses to communicate with staff as it is University policy that the University issued email account is used for official University communication. Consultation is not available via email or telephone. |
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| Delivery Format and Other Details: |
Classes3 hours face to face teaching including 1 x 2 hour lecture and 1 x 1 hour tutorial The timetable for classes can be found on the University web site at: http://www.timetables.mq.edu.au/ Weekly attendance at all tutorials is required and a roll will be taken each week. A student who is absent from a tutorial will not be assessed for that tutorial. Details on each tutorial class can be found on iLearn (https://iLearn.mq.edu.au). The detailed criteria for assessment is posted on iLearn. Tutorials begin in the second week of the session. GradesMacquarie University uses the following grades in coursework units of study:
All final grades in the Department of Accounting and Corporate Governance are determined by a grading committee and are not the sole responsibility of the Unit Convenor. Students will be awarded one of these grades. The final grade that is awarded reflect the corresponding grade descriptor in the Assessment Policy Schedule 1 Grading Requirements. Grade AppealIf at the conclusion of the unit you have performed below expectations and are considering lodging an appeal of grade and/or viewing your essay, please refer to the following website which provides information about these processes and the cut off dates in the first instance. Please read the instructions provided concerning what constitutes a valid ground for appeal before appealing your grade. http://www.businessandeconomics.mq.edu.au/current_students/undergraduate/how_do_i/grade_appeals There is no hurdle assessment task in this unit. Students will pass if they get an overall mark of 50%. |
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| Recommended Readings: |
Other readings will be posted on iLearn
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Unit Schedule
SCHEDULE OF LECTURES BUSL 100 2019 Wednesday 12pm to 2pm
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Readings |
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27 February |
The environmental global challenge |
Sands chapter 1
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6 March |
The role of the United Nations and other organisations in addressing the environment |
Sands Chapter 2, 3 |
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13 March |
International Environmental Law |
Sands chapters 4 and 6 |
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20 March |
The atmosphere and climate change |
Sands chapters 7 8 |
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27 March |
Deforestation |
On iLearn |
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3 April |
Biological diversity |
Sands chapter 10 |
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10 April |
Freshwater protection |
Sands Chapter 9 |
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Mid-term break |
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1 May |
Protection of the Oceans |
Sands chapter 11 |
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8 May |
Sustainable fishing |
Sands Chapter 11 |
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15 May |
Waste problems |
Sands chapter 12 |
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22 May |
Plastic waste |
Sands chapter 12 |
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29 May |
Liability for environmental damage
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Sands chapters 14 and 16 |
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5 June |
Environmental impact assessment |
Sands chapters 14 and 16 |
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Please note the tutorials take place the week following the lectures and the readings are the same.
Learning and Teaching Activities
Tutorials
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.)
Undergraduate 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 improve your marks and take control of your study.
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.
Graduate Capabilities
Discipline Specific Knowledge and Skills
Our graduates will take with them the intellectual development, depth and breadth of knowledge, scholarly understanding, and specific subject content in their chosen fields to make them competent and confident in their subject or profession. They will be able to demonstrate, where relevant, professional technical competence and meet professional standards. They will be able to articulate the structure of knowledge of their discipline, be able to adapt discipline-specific knowledge to novel situations, and be able to contribute from their discipline to inter-disciplinary solutions to problems.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Explain the concept of a sustainable planet and its capacity to sustain the current level of economic development
- Assess current mitigation and adaptation strategies that relate to sustainability
- Evaluate international and national legal frameworks that address climate change, fresh water, fishing, deforestation, waste and land use
- Demonstrate an ability to understand scientific articles in the popular press that relate to a sustainable planet
Assessment tasks
- Class participation
- Case study
- Final Assignment
Critical, Analytical and Integrative Thinking
We want our graduates to be capable of reasoning, questioning and analysing, and to integrate and synthesise learning and knowledge from a range of sources and environments; to be able to critique constraints, assumptions and limitations; to be able to think independently and systemically in relation to scholarly activity, in the workplace, and in the world. We want them to have a level of scientific and information technology literacy.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Explain the concept of a sustainable planet and its capacity to sustain the current level of economic development
- Assess current mitigation and adaptation strategies that relate to sustainability
- Evaluate international and national legal frameworks that address climate change, fresh water, fishing, deforestation, waste and land use
- Demonstrate an ability to understand scientific articles in the popular press that relate to a sustainable planet
Assessment tasks
- Class participation
- Case study
- Final Assignment
Engaged and Ethical Local and Global citizens
As local citizens our graduates will be aware of indigenous perspectives and of the nation's historical context. They will be engaged with the challenges of contemporary society and with knowledge and ideas. We want our graduates to have respect for diversity, to be open-minded, sensitive to others and inclusive, and to be open to other cultures and perspectives: they should have a level of cultural literacy. Our graduates should be aware of disadvantage and social justice, and be willing to participate to help create a wiser and better society.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Assess current mitigation and adaptation strategies that relate to sustainability
- Demonstrate an ability to understand scientific articles in the popular press that relate to a sustainable planet
Assessment tasks
- Class participation
- Final Assignment
Socially and Environmentally Active and Responsible
We want our graduates to be aware of and have respect for self and others; to be able to work with others as a leader and a team player; to have a sense of connectedness with others and country; and to have a sense of mutual obligation. Our graduates should be informed and active participants in moving society towards sustainability.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Explain the concept of a sustainable planet and its capacity to sustain the current level of economic development
- Evaluate international and national legal frameworks that address climate change, fresh water, fishing, deforestation, waste and land use
- Demonstrate an ability to understand scientific articles in the popular press that relate to a sustainable planet
Assessment tasks
- Class participation
- Final Assignment
Changes from Previous Offering
Antarctica is excluded from this offering
no other changes
Global and Sustainability
The unit focuses on the need for sustainable economic development worldwide. It assesses the impact of international environmental legal frameworks that relate to climate change, deforestation, water, fishing, waste and biodiversity and undertakes an overview of current scientific findings in the popular press. The unit evaluates the effectiveness of Australian legal frameworks designed to facilitate sustainable economic development. Corporate social responsibility for the protection of the planet is evaluated both internationally and nationally. The unit is designed to provide a basic understanding of environmental legal issues across a broad range of disciplines.