Indo-Tibetan History Philosophy is an intensive introduction to Buddhist philosophy, Tibetan Buddhist hermeneutics and Tibetan history and culture. Students study at the Central University of Tibetan Studies (CUTS) and are taught by staff of that institute. Lectures on Tibetan politics, art, music and medicine are also given; and students participate in various ancillary activities, including...

In this unit we witness the birth of the Middle Ages, paying attention to the interactions between Barbarian warrior culture, Roman culture, and Christian culture. We examine the Franks, Anglo-Saxons, Huns, Vandals, Goths, Vikings, and other medieval peoples. Barbarians moved from being Roman outsiders to establishing their own kingdoms, pagans were converted to Christianity, Latin learning found...

In this unit you will be introduced to aquatic animal feeds and nutrition and examine the links between feed ingredients, composition, nutrient requirements, fish growth, feed manufacture, nutritional value, feeding practices and product quality. Through the design and execution of a simulated experiment, you will gain practical experience in assessing and using nutritional information, feeding,...

This unit will provide you with an understanding of biological, geological, chemical and physical processes, as they relate to agricultural production systems. Processes explored will include biogeochemical cycles, photosynthesis, respiration, energy flows and transfer of nutrients. You will learn about the roles and interactions of living organisms and non-living components of agricultural...

Using advanced features of digital design toolsets, you will engage in design methods that generate technical CAD models reflective of industry standards. Technical drawings will be developed to effectively convey detailed design information to key stakeholders in the fabrication process. These skills will be used to consider approaches to innovation by developing an equipment design idea that...

Family violence is a complex social and legal issue of urgent national importance. In this unit, Legal and Policy Responses to Family Violence, you will gain a deep insight into the range of behaviours that may comprise family violence; different perspectives on the causes of and solutions to family violence; and contemporary legal, policy and other system responses to family violence.You will...

The unit will prepare you to communicate effectively in a variety of nursing situations. In this unit you will explore therapeutic and person-centred communication with a focus on people with diverse needs and/or people experiencing challenging situations. Technology-enhanced communication will be examined to identify how it may be of assistance to address challenges experienced by people...

This unit examines the creation of the United States of America by focusing on two significant conflicts. We begin by studying the origins and outcomes of the eighteenth century American War of Independence - an event that was both a civil war within the British Empire and an American Revolution. We then study how tensions within the new republic, particularly over slavery, led to an American...

This capstone unit will provide opportunities for you to bring together the knowledge learned, and skills developed through your course of study and apply these to entrepreneurial and innovative contexts. This unit creates a practical awareness of the concepts of entrepreneurship, social entrepreneurship, intrapreneurship and innovation as a means to create opportunities for new ventures and...

This unit provides you with opportunities to develop advanced industry-based skills and knowledge that are highly sought out by employers. In addition, it allows you to explore, apply and analyse key processes and practices that are often used across a broad range of industries. You will investigate, evaluate and use key concepts, principles, techniques, and approaches that are related to a range...