Course overview
Graduates from all disciplines require intercultural competence and a global mindset. This course provides students with the opportunity to undertake either a volunteer work-based project with an approved organisation in an overseas country or an international experience with visiting overseas students on campus or an overseas study tour to meaningfully reflect on the experience for personal and professional development. Travel expenses are not included in this course fee. 1. Effective intercultural communication; 2. Exploring and understanding development issues relevant to placement; 3. Introduction to critical reflection.
Course learning outcomes
- Communicate effectively and professionally across cultures
- Understand, critique and reflect on development issues relevant to placement.
- Reflect upon and appraise self performance to facilitate personal and professional development.