James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2017

BA1002 - Our Space: Networks, Narrative and the Making of Place

Credit points: 03
Year: 2017
Student Contribution Band: Band 1
Administered by: College of Arts, Society & Education

This core subject for the Bachelor of Arts examines networks and the related concepts of space, place, power and narratives. In exploring the concept of 'Our Space' we examine the importance of networks to place-making, and the power relations involved in such networks. We investigate how networks locate us, and how narratives of space and place flow through networks of communication and exchange. We also examine how networks not only shape our identities, but also the ways we experience our place in the world. Throughout the study period we will investigate, via narratives and thought-provoking case studies, how the contemporary networked world has a long history, and we will evaluate the impact of such networks on space and the making of place.

Learning Outcomes


Availabilities

Townsville, Internal, Study Period 2
Census Date 24-Aug-2017
Coordinator: Dr Anna Hayes
Contact hours:
  • 26 hours lectures
  • 12 hours tutorials
    Assessment:tutorial participation (20%); assignment 1 (35%); assignment 2 (45%).

    Cairns, Internal, Study Period 2
    Census Date 24-Aug-2017
    Coordinator: Dr Anna Hayes
    Contact hours:
    • 26 hours lectures
    • 12 hours tutorials
      Assessment:tutorial participation (20%); assignment 1 (35%); assignment 2 (45%).
      Special Assessment Requirements:none

      External, Study Period 2
      Census Date 24-Aug-2017
      Coordinator: Dr Anna Hayes
      Contact hours:
      • 39 hours - 26 hrs lectures-available from LearnJCU site and 12 hrs Web-board tutorials
        Method of Delivery:WWW - LearnJCU
        Assessment:tutorial participation (20%); assignment 1 (35%); assignment 2 (45%).
        Special Assessment Requirements:none

        JCU Singapore, Internal, Study Period 52
        Census Date 10-Aug-2017
        Coordinator: Dr Anna Hayes
        Contact hours:
        • 26 hours lectures
        • 12 hours tutorials
          Assessment:tutorial participation (20%); assignment 1 (35%); assignment 2 (45%).
          Special Assessment Requirements:none
          Restrictions: An enrolment quota applies to this offering.

          Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.