This unit explores how historical, cultural and social elements, as well as previous and contemporary policy frameworks, shape the health and wellbeing of Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. Cultural safety, self-determination and collaboration are central concepts within this unit. You will have the opportunity to explore your own cultural beliefs, values and...

Note: Entry to the unit is competitive and is subject to approval by the unit coordinator. To apply for entry into the unit and relevant grant consideration where appropriate, please email the unit coordinator. This unit offers you the opportunity to undertake supervised fieldwork. You will develop an understanding of creative fieldwork in the changing creative and cultural industries. You will...

This unit introduces you to the practical approaches taken in penetration testing – simulating aggressors in a cyber security penetration testing environment. The unit will be practical task focused and allow you to explore the penetration testing process from inception to completion with a focus on three key areas: legal and ethical considerations; conducting simulated penetration testing; and...

This unit introduces the ocean environment and the role of maritime engineers in the design of maritime infrastructure. The unit covers essential elementary knowledge of marine sciences, types of marine crafts and maritime structures, marine systems, and ocean renewable energy technology. This unit will provide future maritime engineers with the core understanding required for the application of...

To provide the student with the skills and knowledge required to take charge of a survival craft or rescue boat in emergency situations. ...

Twenty first century education must meet the learning needs of communities and help to address twenty first century issues. As recognized by UNESCO, education for sustainability is an important part of this process. Consequently, this unit will provide students with a broad introduction to education for sustainability. Initially, this unit explores social, economic, and environmental...

The concepts of ethics and research underpin our professional frameworks and have established nursing as one of the most trusted professions in Australia. In this unit you will extend your understanding of core legal and ethical concepts, relevant to practice to further enhance your understanding of professional frameworks and responsibilities. You will explore your own values and your role as a...

This unit builds on the foundational knowledge gained in HGW202 by offering a fully funded, three-week immersive trip to Fiji. During this trip, you will engage with local experts to explore how Fijian social work addresses sustainability challenges such as climate change, poverty and violence.  Working both individually and in small groups you will observe and learn firsthand from Fijian social...

You will negotiate the focus of this unit based upon a particular education, work or volunteer experience, activity or project in health or community services. You will be required to research and integrate the learning from your chosen area of study, relating it to the course learning objectives and development of professional knowledge, skills, attributes and behaviours. ...

This unit will explore how different cultural understandings and models influence and shape how we interpret the world around us, perceive ourselves and relate to other people. You will build your cultural capability (knowledge, skills and attitudes) in health and community services through self-awareness and reflection on the values, behaviours, beliefs and world views of yourself and others....