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Introduction
This unit puts you in control of your learning by allowing you to shape your study around your interests, career goals, or personal passions. With the guidance of a mentor or supervisor, you will choose a focus—this could be a self-directed project, work or volunteer experience, a series of short courses, or another learning activity that excites you.
Throughout the unit, you will research and communicate your insights, exploring the skills, knowledge, innovations, or solutions that emerge from your chosen area of study. Finally, you will reflect on how your experience contributes to your personal and professional growth, helping you plan your next steps in study, career, or life.
This unit is ideal for students who want flexibility, practical experience, or the chance to pursue a passion project.
Summary
| Unit name | Negotiated Study |
| Unit code | ZPP103 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | University College |
| Discipline | Pathways |
| Coordinator | Miss Kendal Sylvester |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
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
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- Key:
On-campus- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
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| Trimester | 1/11/2026 | 23/11/2026 | 23/12/2026 | 13/2/2027 |
| Semester 2 | 5/7/2026 | 27/7/2026 | 30/8/2026 | 24/10/2026 |
| Full Year Period | 22/2/2026 | 17/8/2026 | 31/10/2026 | 31/10/2026 |
| Semester 1 | 22/2/2026 | 16/3/2026 | 19/4/2026 | 13/6/2026 |
* 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 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Describe and justify negotiated study goals
- Communicate outcomes, insights, innovations, and/or solutions arising from the negotiated study
- Evaluate the knowledge, skills, attributes and behaviours developed through the negotiated study
- Develop plans for continuing personal, academic and/or professional growth
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 |
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| 090599 | $2,174.00 | $1,020.00 | $1,192.00 | $2,562.00 |
- 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 UniConnect 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 | Negotiated Study Plan (15%)|Progress Report and Analysis (35%)|Negotiated Study Final Report (50%) |
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| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
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| Recommended | N/A |
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