Key facts
UNE unit code: ZOOL333
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- Year Long 1 - On Campus
- Year Long 1 - Online
- Armidale Campus
- Yes
- No
- No
- 2
Unit information
In this unit you will develop an advanced level of understanding of real world research and career-based experiences (developed in ZOOL111 and ZOOL222) to enhance your transferable skills in zoology.
You will develop a strong understanding of how zoological research is undertaken by learning from professional zoologists in seminars, tutorials, and through hands-on field, laboratory and/or workplace experience.
The unit focuses on important skills for graduate employability, including communication, teamwork, problem solving and critical thinking. You will maintain a portfolio of your key skills, reflect on your ongoing development and keep a record of your self-evaluation over the progression of the course.
Offerings
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Teaching period | Mode/location |
---|---|
Year Long 1 | On Campus, Armidale Campus |
Year Long 1 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
Intensive schools
There are no intensive schools required for this unit.
Enrolment rules
Notes
Bachelor of Zoology students should enrol in ZOOL333 in their third year of study.
Students undertaking their final year of study can concurrently enrol in ZOOL222 and ZOOL333.
The School of Environmental and Rural Science considers all seminar and tutorial activities as essential to student learning. Attendance and participation in all sessions is mandatory - exemptions will not be granted without supporting evidence.
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate an advanced understanding of the research process in zoology;
- demonstrate the ability to communicate science in written and oral forms at a high level;
- model specialist knowledge, research and communication skills that contribute to life-long application as a career zoologist; and
- experience the research environment through situated learning (learning in context) and demonstrate professional competence and work-readiness in terms of critical thinking, ability to work independently and team skills.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
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e-Portfolio 1: Seminars in Zoology | Yes | 50% | All offerings | Attendance at seminars and Tutorials, and presentation of an e-portfolio that demonstrates how seminars and tutorials informed the student’s training in zoology. |
e-Portfolio 2: Research Training | Yes | 50% | All offerings | Completion of Professional Training volunteering in research project or research setting, and reflective e-portfolio that describes the experience and the skills gained. |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Textbook information will be displayed approximately 8 weeks prior to the commencement of the teaching period. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
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