BEI5412 · Applied research project: Social impact lab

Overview

This cross program elective unit is designed to enable you to apply your core program skills to a real-world problem, harnessing the power of data for social impact. You will work in teams, drawing from publicly available data to address a specific challenge faced by society, business, or government. Each team will present the final results of their project to an expert panel of assessors. The unit will develop thinkers who combine evidence-based solutions with persuasive communication and visualization. You will meet before the term commences to draft their project proposals and identify data sources. On completion of the unit you unit will acquire enhanced professional skills in data analysis, problem solving, project management, and client communications.

Offerings

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Assessment

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Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

1. analyse a current real-world problem affecting society, business, or government.
2. Identify, synthesize and critically appraise evidence and data to develop solutions to real-word problems
3. apply project management and teamwork skills in an interdisciplinary environment
4. communicate effectively with diverse audiences across a variety of formats

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.

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