Courses & Units
Leadership for UTAS Students-in-schools XSA300
Cradle Coast, Hobart, Launceston
Introduction
Leadership for University of Tasmania Students-in-schools has been designed to recognise and extend the development of leadership skills of students involved in the University Students-in-Schools program. The program is focused on inspiring upper primary and lower secondary students to consider university as a viable option. Targeting schools in communities with low transition rates to university, the program builds relationships between school students and UTAS students. This unit complements the training provided as part of the program, and encourages deeper understanding and critical reflection on leadership theory and practice, including: building trust and developing relationships, understanding and valuing different contexts, communication, and team leadership. The unit is based on current evidence and theory surrounding aspirational outreach, widening participation and leadership theory.
Summary
| Unit name | Leadership for UTAS Students-in-schools |
|---|---|
| Unit code | XSA300 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Academic Division Academic Quality and Schools Engagement |
| Discipline | Academic Quality and Standards |
| Available as an elective? | |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
| Level | Advanced |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Cradle Coast | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 12/7/2021 | 10/8/2021 | 30/8/2021 | 17/10/2021 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Describe and analyse ways in which school students’ backgrounds influence their aspirations and expectations regarding further learning, including an understanding of Australian widening participation policy
- Design and deliver a series of interactive and educationally age appropriate learning sessions to middle school students aimed at building relationships and informing aspirations with regards to understanding pathways to higher education
- Demonstrate individual and team leadership skills by working together with University of Tasmania peer(s) to design and deliver sessions for school students
- Critically reflect on your experience and participation in the USIS program using leadership theory, with a focus on the development of leadership and communication skills
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 091700 | $1,812.00 | $850.00 | not applicable | $1,812.50 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Teaching
| Assessment | Portfolio (40%)|Presentation (25%)|Essay (25%)|Attendance (10%) |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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