Courses & Units
Asian Studies (TCE) HMA104
Introduction
Asian Studies (TCE) is designed for students undertaking the Tasmanian Certificate of Education (TCE) who are enrolled in a Tasmanian school or college. After a general introduction to Asia and Asian studies, College teachers will use materials made available from the University of Tasmania to teach on these three major themes:
The People of Asia: Ethnicity and diversity
Young Asia: Youth culture, pop culture, and the lives of young people.
Food in Focus: Asia's food challenges, traditional vs changing diets, food and ritual.
Summary
| Unit name | Asian Studies (TCE) |
|---|---|
| Unit code | HMA104 |
| Credit points | 25 |
| College/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Humanities |
| Discipline | Global Cultures and Languages |
| Coordinator | Doctor Taufiq Tanasaldy |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania and Third Party(ies): Not applicable |
| Level | Introductory |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Full Year Period | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Year Period | 21/2/2022 | 9/8/2022 | 16/10/2022 | 16/10/2022 |
* 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 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of the diversity which exists not only across Asia but also within Asian countries in terms of ethnicity, age and lifestyle.
- Locate, evaluate, summarise and utilise relevant research material related to Asia.
- Construct a research essay and other assignment formats which confirm to university requirements regarding referencing, style, and written expression.
- Reflect on learning and communicate this through a journal.
- Discuss your learning on Asia with an audience through the presentation of the final folio.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 099999 | $3,657.00 | $1,716.00 | not applicable | $4,216.00 |
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.
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Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Combination of workshops by college teachers, lectures from the unit coordinator, and guest lectures. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Assessment Task 1: Test or Quiz|Assessment Task 2: College-specific assignment (15%)|Assessment Task 3: Global Review Task (5%)|Assessment Task 4: Annotated Bibliography (10%)|Assessment Task 5: Literature Review (15%)|Assessment Task 6: Report (15%)|Assessment Task 7: Research Essay (20%)|Assessment Task 8: Final Folio (20%) |
| 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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