ELECTIVE SUBJECT
Immerse yourself in a cultural exploration, engaging with communities, deepening emotional and cultural intelligence, and better understanding group social landscapes and intercultural dynamics.
Do you love travelling and experiencing different cultures? Get ready for an immersive journey into the heart and soul of a different culture in Applied Community Development! This subject is about experiencing the rich tapestry of one country. As you venture into a new community, you'll make a difference, gaining firsthand insight into language, history, land, culture, and the diverse perspectives that shape society. Within the service-learning experiences, you'll find opportunities to reflect on the principles of intercultural understanding, exploring both the barriers and supports that shape our global community. You will emerge from this adventure with a deeper understanding of the world and the tools to navigate it with empathy, cultural sensitivity, and teamwork. So, are you ready to embark on this unforgettable journey of discovery and connection? Your international adventure awaits!
Learning Outcomes
- Develop cultural awareness of designated country including some basic language, literature, history, geography and cultural studies
- Visit designated country and participate in activities with non-government organisations in that country, participating in service, practicing sensitivity, and acquiring understanding of other perspectives while engaging with members of the community
- Illustrate service-learning experiences, highlighting service-learning principles from a personal perspective but also acknowledging how others may see the exchange differently
- Explain some of the barriers and supports that influence intercultural understanding
Assessments
- Minor project
- Integrated project
- Individual multimedia presentation or report
Subject Content
- Selecting a project
- Cultural intelligence
- Background understanding
- Being prepared
- Working with people
- Living and working in a team