Arts

HMA101

2009  HMA101  Asia: Enduring Traditions

Unit Level: Introductory

Available as a Student Elective: Yes

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OFFERINGS

Unit Sem 1 Sem 2 Full Yr Spring Summer Winter HMA101 H,L Key Semester Dates Semester Note Start Date Census Date Final WW Date* End Date Sem 1 23-FEB-2009 23-MAR-2009 13-APR-2009 29-MAY-2009 *The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (see Withdrawal dates explained for more information). Offered in Courses: [ R2B] [ R3A] This unit can be taken in other courses About Census Dates

DESCRIPTION

Explores a range of issue relevant to the geographic region known as Asia, such as the enormous diversity of peoples and cultures, and even the 'idea' of 'Asia' itself. The unit examines religion and belief systems (including indigenous belief systems, Buddhism, Hinduism, Confucianism, Daoism and Islam), the notion of 'family' and its place within a broader social structure, and the design and ritual significance of houses and gardens, communities and cities.

WEIGHT:  12.5%

ASSESSMENT: Reflective Journal (5 x 200 word entries) 1,000 words [20%]; Group Poster project [20%]; Essay x 1500 words [20%]; Examination (2hrs) [40%]

Hurdle requirements: Students must pass an in-class test on the map of Asia in week 3.

TEACHING PATTERN: 2 hrs lectures, 1 tutorial weekly

FLEXIBLE & ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS
Note: Class attendance may still be required

   Web supported - H,L
Online access to some part of this unit online is optional
   Video conferencing - H,L
A live video link between campuses is used for at least some teaching in this unit
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TEXTS
Launceston Co-op Bookshop Website - Semester (Sem 1)
Hobart Co-op Bookshop Website - Semester (Sem 1)

STAFF: Dirk Tomsa (coordinator Launceston and Burnie), Kaz Ross (coordinator Hobart), guest lecturers

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