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Fenner School of Environment and Society · ANU College of Systems and Society
This is an international intensive course. In 2026, the face-to-face component will be delivered 16 - 30 Nov. The course introduces students to contemporary Southeast Asia by focusing on case studies from southern Vietnam. The emphasis is on integrating formal learning with first-hand research experience. The in-country work will include fieldtrips, homestays, language training, as well as formal classes given by staff from ANU and from An Giang University (Mekong Delta). The course focuses on experiencing and understanding the complex relationships between development and the environment as seen through every day living. Students will have the opportunity to conduct group and individual research project on issues such as the changing nature of rural lives, the relationship between the modern and traditional cultural practices, rural-urban migration, concepts of human well-being, and the social and environmental impacts of tourism. The focus is on the impact of rapid change on the environment, culture, family structure and on specific groups such as villagers, migrants, farmers and women.
6 Unit (null) [LO null]
Reading quiz
Learning outcomes 1, 2
Survival language quiz
Learning outcomes 5
Reflective learning journal or portfolio due at the completion of the Field School
Learning outcomes 2, 4
Group research project presented at the end of the field school
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4
12 Unit (null) [LO null]
As well as the above-mentioned assessments (NB: A uniform reduction against all assessment items will be applied), students enrolled in the 12 unit option must complete an independent research project (3000-5000 words) that includes a seminar presenting preliminary findings. The research report is due by the end of Semester 1 teaching break and is 50% of total marks.
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4
Three week Field School in Vietnam (early-mid January) (excluding travel to and from Vietnam) plus additional independent student research, reading and writing. Work Integrated Learning Fieldwork All students engage with WIL partners (internal/external) as a major component of the course Other Information - This intensive course is typically delivered in-country in the Summer Session each year. Travel dates are typically early January-February. Please see the course message at the top of this page for current year advice. - Enrolment is limited and merit based. Students must register an expression of interest to enrol via the following website (please note the closing date published on this website). - There are additional field trip fees of approximately $2000 applicable to participation in this course (payment to ANU Science Shop). Students will also need to cover the costs of their own airfares as well as some meals. Limited New Columbo Plan scholarships are available for domestic undergraduate students.
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