Internships require agreements between the University and the placement agency. Students must obtain the approval of the relevant major coordinator before enrolling in this unit.
Candidates wishing to undertake parliamentary internship should contact Matt Killingsworth by email to register their interest and seek approval.
Introduction
A Parliamentary Internship is available at the Parliament of Tasmania. It involves a part-time placement with a Member of Parliament or a Parliamentary Committee and involves the intern undertaking a practical, research-oriented report. The internship aims to give students experience in practical aspects of political research and policy-making analysis.
Summary
| Unit name | Parliamentary Internship |
| Unit code | HSS306 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Arts and Society Humanities and Social Sciences |
| Discipline | Politics and International Relations |
| Coordinator | Doctor Matt Killingsworth |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Advanced |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Apply knowledge of the key concepts and theories related to parliamentary internship.
- Compare, contrast and evaluate concepts, theories and case studies related to policy and politics.
- Communicate knowledge and research results related to the subject matter in the form of essay or report.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Assessment | Final Report Plan (25%)|Placement Report (25%)|Research report (50%) |
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| 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. |
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