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SCI1502 · Impact through science 1B

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2026 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 1Faculty of Science

Last checked: 23 Aug 2026 UTC

Overview

This is the second part of level-one Impact through science core studies of the Bachelor of Science Advanced - Global Challenges (Honours). It consists of two modules, undertaken in parallel: leadership and the big issues of our time. In the leadership module you will continue to develop and apply adaptive leadership tools. The big issues of our time are explored in a module examining how science and policy can impact decision-making. Teamwork is explored through several assignments which includes you undertaking peer-consultations on leadership challenges you have identified. A 'dialogue' evening series will provide opportunities for networking and intimate discussions with leaders from a variety of industries. You will build relationships with mentors.

Offerings

CampusTeaching periodMode
ClaytonSecond semesterTeaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS)

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

#AssessmentTypeWeightHurdle
1Critical thinking blogs (5) 3.34% eachArtefact10%
2Student-led seminar: Big issues of our time Presentation20%
3Science in policyWritten20%
4Leadership quest, Part BWork integrated50%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

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

Learning outcomes

  1. Critique the key tools of adaptive leadership demonstrating critical thinking capacity;
  2. Apply leadership skills and experiment with interventions in complex systems;
  3. Analyse and synthesise major global challenges using scientific evidence;
  4. Demonstrate and reflect upon how to build and work in functional teams;
  5. Produce a mentoring plan that reflects the development of self-awareness and leadership aspirations.

Workload

• One 1-hour online activity • One 1-hour seminar and • One 3-hour workshop per week • Four 2-hour 'dialogue' sessions (evening) per semester

ActivityDuration
Seminars12 hours
Workshops36 hours

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