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Fenner School of Environment and Society · ANU College of Systems and Society
This course uses three case studies to develop a multi-faceted, research-based understanding of complex environmental problems that graduating students can apply in future research or work environments. The course emphasises integrative, engaged, and research-based approaches to complexity. The first two cases present complex local and national issues in collaboration with key stakeholders. Students engage with these issues by drawing on a range of theoretical concepts and practical tools. The learning from these cases is then applied to a developing a research project proposal. The focus throughout is on case studies as vehicles for learning and reflection, as well as a testing ground for tools, techniques and approaches discussed in the course. Note: This course is co-taught with undergraduate students but assessed separately. During the second part of the course graduate students attend specialist case-based tutorials with peers.
Learning portfolio #1
Learning outcomes 1, 2
Learning portfolio #2
Learning outcomes 2, 4, 5, 6
Transdisciplinary project proposal
Learning outcomes 1, 3, 4, 5, 6
Transdisciplinary project proposal reflection
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3
The expected workload will consist of approximately 130 hours throughout the semester including: - Face-to face component which may consist of 2 x 1 hour lectures plus 1 x 2 hour workshop per week. - Approximately 82 hours of self directed study which will include preparation for lectures, presentations and other assessment tasks. Students are expected to actively participate and contribute towards discussions. Work Integrated Learning Projects All students engage with WIL partners (internal/external) as a major component of the course
van Kerkhoff L. 2013 Developing integrative research for sustainability science through a complexity principles-based approach. Sustainability Science. 8 (online first, 19 Feb 2013) . Freeman Herreid C. 1997 What is a case? Bringing to Science education the established teaching tool of Law and Medicine . Journal of College Science Teaching, 27(2).