ANTH8028 Introduction to Social Impact Studies
| Offered By | Resource Management in Asia Pacific |
|---|---|
| Academic Career | Graduate Coursework |
| Course Subject | Anthropology |
| Offered in | Second Semester, 2013 and Second Semester, 2014 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description |
This course will provide an introduction to social impact assessment (SIA) during the various stages of the project cycle. Social impacts assessment will be examined in relation to infrastructure, resource extraction, development projects, corporate activities and climate change. Alternative approaches to the assessment of impacts on livelihood, institutions, social structure, equity, culture and quality of life will be examined. The course will place a strong emphasis on practical case studies and students will be given opportunities to explore alternative impact assessment approaches in a number of sectors and within different national jurisdictions. |
| Indicative Assessment |
Participation 20%; First Essay 30%; Second Essay 50% |
| Workload |
This course is provided through flexible delivery to both on campus and off campus students. Students doing the course on-campus will be required to attend weekly 2-hour workshops. Off-campus students will be required to participate in online discussions. |
| Course Classification(s) | AdvancedAdvanced courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide a deep understanding of contemporary issues; or 'second degree' and higher levels of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs. |
| Areas of Interest | Anthropology and Development Studies |
| Consent Required | yes |
| Programs | Master of Natural Hazards and Disasters, Master of Environment, Master of Environment, Master of Environmental Management and Development, Master of Environmental Management and Development, and Master of Applied Anthropology and Participatory Development |
| Other Information |
Delivery Mode: Oncampus; Online |
| Academic Contact | Dr Colin Filer and Sango Mahanty |
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