summer school prospectus

2022

Summer School ProspectusPuka Whakamahuki Kura Raumati

otagosummerschoolTe Kura Raumati

Make use of your summer 1Welcome 2About Summer School 4What’s on and important dates 5Accommodation 6Papers and timetables 7–9Paper prescriptions 10–24

Note: While all reasonable efforts have been made to ensure that the information contained herein is correct at the time of going to print, matters covered by this publication are subject to change. The University reserves the right to introduce changes (including addition, withdrawal or restructuring of papers and change of class size limits) as it may judge to be necessary or desirable. Visit our website for the most recent information:

otago.ac.nz/summerschool

ContentsRārangi upoko

Paper prescriptions PageANAT 131 Origins of Anatomical Language 10BIOA 201 Biocultural Human Skeletal Biology 10BSNS 250 Special Topic: Society and the Future of

Money and Markets 10CHEM 150 Concepts in Chemistry 11 CHEM 191 The Chemical Basis of Biology and

Human Health 11COMP 101 Foundations of Information Systems 12COMP 162 Foundations of Computer Science 12COSC 326 Computational Problem Solving 12COSC 360 Computer Game Design 13ENGL 127 Effective Writing 13ENGL 223 Fantasy and the Imagination 13ENGL 323 Fantasy and the Imagination (Advanced) 13FINC 204 Personal Finance 14FORB 201 Forensic Biology 14HUMS 301 Internship Practicum 14HUMS 401 Internship Practicum 14HUNT 141 Understanding Human Nutrition 15JAPA 131 Introductory Japanese 1 15LAWS 410 Criminology 16LAWS 419 Securities Market Regulation 16LAWS 443 International Investment Law 16LAWS 473 Special Topic 4: Public Health Law 16LAWS 474 Special Topic 5: International Criminal Law:

Terrorism and Human Rights 17LAWS 475 Special Topic 6: Global and Comparative

Animal Law 17LAWS 480 Research Paper 17LAWS 498 Research and Writing 17MAOR 110 Introduction to Conversational Māori 18MART 330 Special Topic: Current Issues in International

Branding 18MATS 204 Treasure or Trash: Sustainability of Materials 18MFCO 224 Studying Selfies: Celebrity, Surveillance and

Cyberspace 18MINS 415 Christian Ministry in te ao Māori (the Māori

World) (Advanced) 19MUSI 259 Special Topic: Practical Conducting 19PACR 101 Pacific Realities and University Learning 19PAST 323 Christian Ministry in te ao Māori (the Māori

World) 19PHAL 231 Drugs and Society 20PHIL 106 Radical Philosophy 20PHSI 170 Introduction to Astronomy 20PHSI 191 Biological Physics 20POLS 310 Turkey and its Neighbours 21POLS 321 Public Policy in New Zealand 21RELS 202 The Religions of Southeast Asia 21RELS 302 The Religions of Southeast Asia (Advanced) 21RELS 237 22RELS 337 22SOCI 309

22STAT 110 22TOUR 101 23TOUR 102 23TOUR 214 24TOUR 310

Psychology of Religion Psychology of Religion (Advanced) Special Topic: Science, Technology and Post-Capitalist Futures Statistical Methods Introduction to Tourism Global Tourism Introduction to Wine Business Leisure: Lives and Societies 24

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Make use of your summerSummer School provides an intensive and intimate learning experience, supported by the full resources of New Zealand’s oldest and leading university. It runs for six weeks from 10 January to 18 February, with exams from 19 to 24 February 2022.

Why take a Summer School paper?• Complete your degree• Speed up your degree

• Make good use of your time• Manage your workload

• For interest• To study via distance learning

50+ With over 50 paperson offer, there’s plenty of choice.

Complete a full paper in just six weeks and get ahead.

Papers worth 18 points count as full-time study for StudyLink.

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Welcome to Summer School 2022Nau mai ki te Kura Raumati

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Kia ora e te whānau. This will be my third Summer School and I thought I’d share some of the tricks I’ve picked up over that time. Year on year, OUSA and the University work together to provide great vibes throughout Summer School. So, make sure you look out for the events on offer. Nothing beats a study break to grab free food and an ice cream at OUSA’s Wednesday Summer in Dunners series.

The most important part is to make sure you take a break from study. Summer School can be intense, so go to the beach and organise a few weekend trips away because nothing sucks more than feeling like you spent summer inside. Remember that student support services are still there during Summer School – reach out to OUSA Student Support for anything life throwsat you. So, whether you’re finishing off that final paper for yourdegree or taking some interest subjects, I hope you smash it out!

MICHAELA WAITE-HARVEY President, Otago University Students’ Union Association (OUSA)

Now in its 22nd year, Summer School is a well-established part of the University’s year, engaging not only our own students but also students from elsewhere in New Zealand and overseas. With its six-week intensive format, small classes and a relaxed yet lively environment, Summer School provides a unique opportunity for high-quality, research-informed learning.

Like you, most of the people who attend Summer School are experienced students, seeking to fast-track their degree completion, to catch up on missed credits, to manage a double-programme workload, or to augment their studies with courses additional to their qualification requirements. In addition, some of you may be engaged in Summer School because of a particular special topic that is available only in the summer period. The papers available in 2022 – in Commerce, Health Sciences, Humanities and Sciences – offer an exciting range for student choice. The School also offers a recurring cohort of short non-credit courses as pathways into Health Sciences study or for niche community interest.

Overwhelmingly, Summer School students report that although the School’s intensive schedule is demanding, it is also rewarding, both in terms of their personal learning experience and the credits gained. Surveys of academic staff and visiting scholars who teach in our Summer School indicate that they also enjoy the fast-paced schedule, smaller classes and highly motivated students.

I warmly invite you to experience this for yourself by enrolling in Summer School 2022.

PROFESSOR HELEN NICHOLSON BSc(Hons) MB ChB MDVice-Chancellor (Acting)

Summer School is like no other time at Otago. Students tell us they love the smaller classes and the engagement with learning, lecturers and other students. Dunedin summer weather is at its best, the campus is quiet and it’s the perfect opportunity to focus on one paper. A number of papers are distance-taught so if you choose one of those you don’t even have to be on campus.

Summer School offers a wide range of papers and allows you to explore new subjects, pursue a special interest, add depth or breadth to your degree, catch-up on credit points or even complete your degree faster.

All papers are taught to the high standard expected of an Otago degree. Several papers are only available in Summer School. You can expect great support from Student Learning Development, the Library and all the other usual student support services.

Summer School Law papers are offered in Wellington and Auckland for people whose home or work is there, and again these offer the benefits of focused study and smaller class sizes.

We provide a welcome event at noon on the first Wednesday – with free food, performances and a chance to meet other students. And we keep this going all through Summer School every Wednesday lunchtime for students and staff.

Throughout the summer “semester”, the full range of student services are available, including coffee and cake in the Link, recreation services such as fitness and gym classes at Unipol in the Plaza, plus Student Health, the Māori Centre and the Pacific Islands Centre.

It’s important to remember that one Summer School paper is equivalent to full-time study, so you need to carefully consider your workload if you intend working part-time over the summer, or if you are considering taking two papers. Student Development advisers are available if you are in doubt.

Summer School classes begin on day one, so make sure you enrol early (see details on page four) and are ready to start on Monday 10 January.

If you have any questions or need further information, contact AskOtago, your one-stop shop for all information about studying at Otago: ask.otago.ac.nz, email [email protected] or phone 0800 80 80 98.

I look forward to welcoming you to Summer School 2022.

PROFESSOR PAT CRAGG Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) and Acting Director, Summer School / Te Kura Raumati

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All Summer School papers have full academic credit and most are of the same point value as semester papers. One 18-point paper counts as full-time study for StudyLink purposes. Papers are taught across six weeks instead of the usual thirteen weeks of a semester. Please note that LAWS papers are 15 points, so students wanting to study full-time must take two papers.

Is it difficult? University study is always challenging, but many like the intense focus of Summer School. You’ll immerse yourself in the subject and find that smaller classes and the quieter campus help you focus.

WorkloadThe maximum workload permitted by the University in Summer School is 36 points. For most Summer School papers, one point implies 10 hours of work. Taking one 18-point paper involves 180 hours of work (or 30 hours a week for six weeks, including classes and private study time).

If your academic record is average or lower, you should be cautious about enrolling for two papers in Summer School. If you are in doubt, seek advice. Some students find that they overcommit themselves by taking two papers. Students on Conditional Enrolment may be permitted to take only one paper.

StudyLinkIf you are not enrolled for subsequent study in 2022, StudyLink payments will cover the Summer School tuition period only – StudyLink payments do not cover the Summer School exam period.

Summer School students may be approved to take papers for Final Examination Only. Any such additional papers are not taken into account in consideration of a student’s status as a full-time or part-time student, or eligibility for government student loans or allowances.

Timetable If you intend to take two papers in Summer School, please check that there are no lecture timetable clashes for your chosen pair of papers. For some papers, more tutorial streams may be added.

Interest Only Interest Only enrolment is not normally available to students taking credit courses in the same enrolment period (i.e. Interest Only students must be taking only Interest Only papers). Students taking papers for credit may not take additional papers for Interest Only or change their enrolment for any papers from being for credit to Interest Only part-way through a teaching period. Interest Only enrolment is not available to international students.

About Summer SchoolHe kōrero mō te Kura Raumati

How to enrolApply through the Summer School page, or if you're a current student, you can add the paper/s in your eVision portal.

Information about the enrolment process, including eligibility requirements and fees information, can be found online:otago.ac.nz/enrolment

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Opening dayMonday 10 January is a busy day for Summer School students as many papers have their first class. Libraries and food outlets are open, although for shorter periods during the first two weeks of Summer School.

Summer School welcomeWednesday 12 January, 12–1pm, central campusJoin OUSA and Summer School for entertainment, free food and competitions.

Student facilitiesThe full range of student facilities are open during Summer School, including the Link, Unipol, Student Health, the Māori Centre and the Pacific Islands Centre.

OUSA Summer School lunches Wednesdays, 12–1pm, central campusFree BBQs, lawn games and entertainment. See the OUSA website or Facebook page for details:ousa.org.nz

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Clubs and Societies During Summer School, Clubs and Societies offers a range of short recreation courses. For more information see:ousa.org.nz/recreation

Student supportAll of the usual student support services are available over the Summer School period. For full information see:otago.ac.nz/studentservices

SUMMER SCHOOL DATES2021Early September Course enrolment (including paper selection) opens for 2022.

31 October Due date for applications from new international students.

10 December Due date for applications to programmes subject to the Entry Pathway system from new and recommencing domestic students, and returning students applying for a new programme.

15 December Due date for submitting Summer School paper selection for course approval.

202210 JanuarySummer School classes begin.Due date for completing Summer School course enrolment declaration.

12 January Summer School welcome, central campus.

17 January Last day for payment of Summer School fees.

21 January Last day to add or delete Summer School papers with refund of fees.

Mid to late January Examination timetable released.

4 February Last day to withdraw from Summer School papers.

7 February Waitangi Day public holiday observed.

18 February Last day of classes.

19 February Examinations begin.

24 February Examinations end.

Early March Results available through eVision.

NB: It is important that deadlines and due dates are met as late fees may apply. However, late applications will be considered.

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Arana College is the University of Otago’s summer residential college. The central campus location puts you in the middle of the University and all student services.

North Dunedin’s exciting student quarter is right on our doorstep with easy access to theatres, clubs, cafes, restaurants and sporting facilities. Unipol and the Forsyth Barr Stadium are a short walk away.

Our fantastic facilities include well-equipped common rooms, outside spaces, computing and study facilities, and music rooms. Every resident at Arana has an individual, warm, fully furnished bedroom with bedding provided.

Our friendly staff are dedicated accommodation professionals and are committed to encouraging positive academic and social success.

Summer School accommodation will be available from Saturday 8 January until the morning of Friday 18 February. As the college opens for the 2022 intake on Saturday 19 February, Summer School students will need to be accommodated elsewhere over the exam period, for which support and advice will be given.

The daily Summer School rate is $72 and includes accommodation, all meals, student support and any events or excursions on offer.

Bookings for summer accommodation can be made through the Arana link on the Summer School website. Please feel free to contact the college for additional information.otago.ac.nz/summerschoolotago.ac.nz/arana

NB: Students coming to Dunedin just for the Summer School period are strongly discouraged from entering into short-term leases of flats, or relying on tourist accommodation which is in hot demand at this time of the year. In earlier editions of this prospectus, Unicol was listed as the summer residential college. This was updated on 5 November.

3 minutes’ walk from campus

Available 8 Jan–18 Feb

All meals provided

AccommodationWāhi noho

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Papers and timetablesNgā akoranga me ngā wātakaPapers taught by distance

CHEM 150 Concepts in Chemistry (first four weeks taught by distance, last two weeks taught on campus)HUMS 301/401 Internship PracticumHUNT 141 Understanding Human NutritionMATS 204 Treasure or Trash: Sustainability of MaterialsMFCO 224 Studying Selfies: Celebrity, Surveillance and Cyberspace*MINS 415 Christian Ministry in te ao Māori (the Māori World)PAST 323 Christian Ministry in te ao Māori (the Māori World)POLS 321 Public Policy in New Zealand*RELS 202/302 Religions of Southeast Asia* RELS 237/337 Psychology of Religion* TOUR 101 Introduction to Tourism TOUR 102 Global TourismTOUR 310 Leisure: Lives and Societies

Papers taught on other campuses

LAWS 419 Securities Market Regulation (Auckland)LAWS 443 International Investment Law (Wellington)LAWS 473 Special Topic 4: Public Health Law (Wellington) LAWS 475 Special Topic 6: Global and Comparative Animal Law (Auckland)

* Also available on campus

Over 50 papers to choose from

On campus and by distance

Complete a full paper in 6 weeks650+

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BUSINESSBSNS 250 Special Topic: Society and the Future

of Money and MarketsTo be advised

COMP 101 Foundations of Information Systems Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 2–2:50pmComputer labs Tue, Thu: 3–5pm

FINC 204 Personal Finance Lectures Tue: 2–4pm, Wed: 10am–12pmTutorials Thu: 10am–12pm

MART 330 Special Topic: Current Issues in International Branding

Mon, Wed: 11am–1pm

TOUR 101 Introduction to Tourism Distance course run through Blackboard

TOUR 102 Global Tourism Distance course run through Blackboard

TOUR 214 Introduction to Wine Business Lectures Mon, Tue: 9–11amWorkshops Mon, Tue: 3–5pm

TOUR 310 Leisure: Lives and Societies Distance course run through Blackboard

HEALTH SCIENCESANAT 131 Origins of Anatomical Language Lectures Mon, Wed: 11–11:50am

Practicals Tue, Thu: 2–4pm

BIOA 201 Biocultural Human Skeletal Biology Lectures Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 10–10:50amPracticals Wed, Fri: 2–4pm

FORB 201 Forensic Biology Lectures Tue: 1–2:50pm, Wed, Fri: 1–1:50pmTutorials Thu 20 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 17 Feb: 9–9:50am

OR 10–10:50am OR 11–11:50am OR 1–1:50pm OR 2–2:50pmThu 27 Jan: 9–9:50am OR 10–10:50am OR 11–11:50am or 12–12:50pm

PHAL 231 Drugs and Society Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed: 1–1:50pmWorkshops Thu: 1–3pm OR Fri: 12-2pm

SCIENCESCHEM 150 Concepts in Chemistry Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 9–9:50am and 1–1:50pm

(7–18 Feb)Practicals Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 10am–12pm and 2–4pm

(7–18 Feb)

CHEM 191 The Chemical Basis of Biology and Human Health

Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 10am–12pm Tutorials Mon, Wed: 2–2:50pm, Thu 27 Jan and 17 Feb: 10–

10:50am OR Mon, Wed: 3–3:50pm, Thu 27 Jan and 17 Feb: 11–11:50am

Terms test Fri 28 Jan: 10am–12pm

COMP 162 Foundations of Computer Science Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 11–11:50am Computer labs Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 9–11am OR 12–2pm

COSC 326 Computational Problem Solving Computer labs Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 9–11am Seminars Tue, Fri: 11–11:50am

COSC 360 Computer Game Design Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 1–1:50pmTutorials Tue, Thu: 2–2:50pm Computer labs Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 3–5pm

HUNT 141 Understanding Nutrition Distance course run through Blackboard

MATS 204 Treasure or Trash: Sustainability of Materials

Distance course run through Blackboard

PHSI 170 Introduction to Astronomy Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 1–1:50pmTutorials Wed: 3–3:50pm Practicals Thu: 3–6pm

PHSI 191 Biological Physics Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 1–3pmTerms test Wed 2 Feb: 12–3pm

STAT 110 Statistical Methods Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 10am–12pmTerms test Thu 20 Jan, 3 Feb: 1–3pm

Tue 15 Feb: 1–3pmTutorials Tue, Thu: 12–12:50pm OR 1–1:50pm OR 2–2:50pm

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HUMANITIESENGL 127 Effective Writing Lectures Mon, Wed, Fri: 9–9:50am

Tutorials Mon, Wed, Fri: 10–10:50am OR 12–12:50pm

ENGL 223/323 Fantasy and the Imagination Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 11–11:50amTutorials Mon, Wed: 2–2:50pm

HUMS 301/401 Internship Practicum No formal lectures

JAPA 131 Introductory Japanese 1 Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 10am–12pm CANCELLED

LAWS 410 Criminology (Dunedin)

Lectures Mon 10, 17 Jan: 2–4pm Tue 11, 18 Jan, 2–4pm Wed 12, 19 Jan, 10am–12pm Thu 13, 20 Jan, 10am–12pm Thu 27 Jan, 2–4pm Fri 14, 21, 28 Jan, 10am–12pm

LAWS 419 Securities Market Regulation (Auckland)

Lectures Tue 25 Jan, 8 Feb: 6–8pm Tue 1 Feb: 6–9pm Wed 2 Feb: 6–9pm Wed 26 Jan, 9 Feb: 6–8pm Thu 27 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb: 6–8pm Sat 12 Feb: 10am–4pm

LAWS 443 International Investment Law (Wellington)

Lectures Wed 19, 26 Jan and 2, 9, 16 Feb: 5:30–8:30pm Sat 12 and Sun 13 Feb: 9am–2:30pm

LAWS 473 Special Topic 4: Public Health Law (Wellington)

Lectures Tue 25 Jan, 1, 8, 15 Feb: 5:30–7:30pm Thu 27 Jan, 3, 10, 17 Feb: 5:30–7:30pm Sat 29 and Sun 30 Jan: 8:30am–12:30pm

LAWS 474 Special Topic 5: International Criminal Law: Terrorism and Human Rights (Dunedin)

Lectures Mon 10, 17, 24, 31 Jan: 9am–12pm Tue 11, 18, 25 Jan: 9am–12pm Tue 1 Feb: 9am–10:20am

LAWS 475 Special Topic 6: Global and Comparative Animal Law (Auckland)

Lectures Tue 18 Jan: 6–8pm Thu 20 Jan: 6–8pm Sat 15, 22 Jan: 10am–4pm Sun 16, 23 Jan: 10am–4pm

LAWS 480 Research Paper No formal lectures

LAWS 498 Research and Writing No formal lectures

MAOR 110 Introduction to Conversational Māori Lectures Mon, Wed: 10am–12pm Tutorials Tue, Thu: 10–10:50am OR 1–1:50pm OR 2–2:50pm Terms test Wed 2 and 16 Feb: 4–7pm

MFCO 224 Studying Selfies: Celebrity, Surveillance and Cyberspace*

Lectures Tue: 10am–12pmSeminars Thu: 10am–12pmWorkshops Thu: 2–4pm

MINS 415 Christian Ministry in te ao Māori (the Māori World)


MUSI 259 Special Topic: Practical Conducting Lectures Mon, Wed, Fri: 4–6pm Thu 10 Feb: 4–6pm

PACR 101 Pacific Realities and University Learning

Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 1–4pmWorkshops Mon, Wed, Fri: 10–10:50am

PAST 323 Christian Ministry in te ao Māori (the Māori World)


PHIL 106 Radical Philosophy Lectures Tue, Wed, Thu: 2–4pm

POLS 310 Turkey and its Neighbours Lectures Mon: 10am–12pm Tue, 1–3pm Wed: 1–1:50pmTutorials Wed: 2–4pm

POLS 321 Public Policy in New Zealand* Lectures Tue: 10–10:50am Wed, Thu: 10am–12pmTutorials Fri: 10am–12pm (from Fri 21 Jan)

RELS 202/302 The Religions of Southeast Asia* Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 12–12:50pm

RELS 237/337 Psychology of Religion* Lectures Tue, Thu: 9–11amTutorials Fri: 10–10:50am (from Fri 21 Jan)

SOCI 309 Special Topic: Science, Technology and Post-Capitalist Futures

Lectures Thu, Fri: 10–11.50am

* Also available by distance.Waitangi Day is observed on Monday 7 February. Classes are not normally held on public holidays, however the Library is open.Summer School starts in week two of the University year.These dates and times are accurate at the time of printing but are subject to change. For current timetable information, visit the Summer School website:otago.ac.nz/summerschool

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Paper prescriptionsTohutohu akorangaANAT 131 Origins of Anatomical LanguageAnatomy (18 points)

An introduction to the study of anatomy throughout history and how anatomical terminology used to this day has roots in classical languages such as Greek and Latin.

In the fields of anatomy and the medical sciences, there are countless examples of words, phrases and terminologies that have interesting roots and origins derived from the classical languages. This paper uses a blended learning approach to studying the meaning of words that we use to describe the structures and functions of the organs and systems of our body.

PrerequisitesNone

RestrictionsNone

Lectures Mon, Wed: 11–11:50amPracticals Tue, Thu: 2–4pm

LecturersDr Rebecca Bird, Dr Dan Osland, Dr Sean McConnell

Course co-ordinatorsTim McLennan, Dr Gwynaeth McIntyre

Prescribed textbook There will be no formal textbook for this paper. Students will be given access to selected peer-reviewed journal articles to supplement their learning.

AssessmentInternal assessment 100%

BIOA 201 Biocultural Human Skeletal BiologyAnatomy (18 points)

An introduction to human bioarchaeology, particularly evolutionary and comparative anatomy of the human body, what makes it unique among other primates and why it varies among populations. The course includes aspects of forensic anthropology.

What makes humans unique to all other primates, and how did we come to be that way? How can we explain the variation in morphology among human populations? How can we use aspects of the skeleton of past peoples to look at their life history? This course explores these questions by providing an introduction to the study of biological anthropology of the human skeleton. The course primarily focuses on the evolution, structure and function of the human skeletal system, with an introduction to bioarchaeological and forensic methods.

PrerequisitesOne of ARCH 101, ANTH 103, ANTH 106, BIOA 101, BIOL 112, CELS 191, HUBS 191, HUBS 192 and 36 further points; or 108 points

RestrictionsNone

Lectures Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 10–10:50amPracticals Wed, Fri: 2–4pm

LecturersTo be advised

Course co-ordinatorAssociate Professor Sian Halcrow

Prescribed textbook White, T and Folkens, P (2005). The Human Bone Manual. Amsterdam: Academic Press.

AssessmentInternal assessment 40%Final examination (2 hours) 60%

BSNS 250 Special Topic: Society and the Future of Money and MarketsAccountancy and Finance (18 points)

This paper provides an understanding of the regulatory framework. It uses cases that underpin the trend in finance technology within society, and teaches critical thinking skills for analysing whether and how FinTech companies serve consumers’ individual and collective needs.

Prerequisites90 points

Lectures To be advised

LecturerDr Louisa Choe

Prescribed textbook None, but a list of readings will be included in the course reader

AssessmentTutorial assignments (x 4) 10% In-class test 25%Group assignment 1: Presentation on blockchain investment (reasons and motivations) 20%Assignment 1: Annotated bibliography 10%Assignment 2: Essay (2000 words) 35%

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CHEM 150 Concepts in ChemistryFirst four weeks taught by distance, last two weeks taught on campusChemistry (18 points)

This course is an introduction to the core ideas and methods of chemistry, and is recommended for students with limited chemistry backgrounds. Topics include stoichiometry, equilibria, thermochemistry, redox, acid-base chemistry, and main group and organic chemistry.

The course provides students with the necessary theory and practical skills to successfully continue into first-year chemistry courses such as CHEM 191. This course is also useful for students in other science disciplines who need to improve their chemistry knowledge. CHEM 150 will count towards any degree that allows a science paper to be credited to it.

PrerequisitesNone

Restrictions(i) Students who have achieved 14 credits of NCEALevel 2 chemistry or more, or any credits of NCEA Level3 chemistry (or their equivalents) will need head ofdepartment approval to enrol in the course.

(ii) CHEM 150 cannot be credited to a degree if CHEM 191or CHEM 111 has been passed previously.

(iii) No other Summer School paper may be takenconcurrently with CHEM 150.

The first four weeks will be taught and assessed entirely online (using Blackboard, the University of Otago’s Learning Management System), with the last two weeks taught on campus.

Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 9–9:50am and 1–1:50pm (7–18 Feb)

Practicals Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 10am–12pm and 2–4pm (7–18 Feb)

Lecturer and co-ordinatorDr David McMorran

Prescribed textbook To be advised

AssessmentOnline assignments (4 × 2 hours, one per week) 40%Laboratory exit tests (1 per laboratory) 20%Final examination (2 hours) 40%

CHEM 191 The Chemical Basis of Biology and Human Health Chemistry (18 points)

This course is an introduction to the concepts of chemistry that underlie important processes in biology and human health, including chemical bonding, energetics, kinetics, equilibria and solubility, properties of water and solutions, acids, bases, complexation and electron transfer, mechanisms of organic reactions and properties of amino acids and carbohydrate.

This paper is intended for students who were enrolled in CHEM 191 in the first semester of 2020 and failed the paper with a mark of at least 35 per cent. This paper will be identical in lecture content to semester 1 CHEM 191 but with additional compulsory tutorial work. There is no laboratory component to CHEM 191 at Summer School.

RestrictionsCHEM 112

Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 10am–12pm Tutorials Mon, Wed: 2–2:50pm, Thu 27 Jan and 17

Feb: 10–10:50am OR Mon, Wed: 3–3:50pm, Thu 27 Jan and 17 Feb: 11–11:50am

Terms test Fri 28 Jan: 10am–12pm

Course co-ordinatorDr Dave Warren

Recommended textbookBrown, LeMay, Bursten, Murphy, Woodward, Langford, Sagatys and George (2014). Chemistry: The Central Science (Third edition). Pearson.

AssessmentCHEM 191 laboratory grade carried over from first semester

10%Terms test (multi-choice questions – 1 hour) 20%Final examination (3 hours) 70%

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COMP 101 Foundations of Information Systems Information Science (18 points)

Information and communications technology (ICT) impacts almost every facet of our day-to-day lives. Virtually all aspects of business, health, entertainment, and society rely upon some form of ICT to manage and co-ordinate vast resources of data and information. This paper provides an entry into the world of ICT and explores topics including computability, data analysis, information storage and processing, and database management techniques (with emphasis on relational databases).

Upon completion of this paper, students will have developed simple information systems to manage the information processing requirements of a small-business exemplar. These skills can be further developed through continued study of an ICT-related discipline (e.g. Information Science or Computer Science).

PrerequisitesCOMP 161 or COMP 151 passed with a grade of at least B

RestrictionsBSNS 106

Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 2–2:50pmComputer labs Tue, Thu: 3–5pm

LecturersChris Edwards, Gary Burrows

Course co-ordinatorDr Grant Dick

Prescribed textbookNone

AssessmentIn-class tests (2 × 5% and 1 × 10%) 20%Assignments (2 × 10%) 20%Final examination 60%

COMP 162 Foundations of Computer Science Computer Science (18 points)

An introduction to computer programming suitable for beginners with some prior experience. Builds on and extends basic Java and object-oriented programming. Introduces broader programming concepts and other languages.

COMP 162 marks the next step in your journey to becoming a computer scientist. Following on from COMP 161, this paper will expand your knowledge of the Java programming language to more advanced concepts that are fundamental to theoretical and applied computing. COMP 162 is a prerequisite for all 200-level Computer Science papers from 2022 onwards.

PrerequisitesCOMP 161 or COMP 151 passed with a grade of at least B

RestrictionsCOMP 160

Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 11–11:50am Computer labs Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 9–11am OR

12–2pm

LecturersStefanie Zollmann, Veronica Liesaputra

Course co-ordinatorSteven Livingstone

Prescribed textbookTo be advised

AssessmentPractical mastery tests 40%Final examination 60%

COSC 326 Computational Problem SolvingComputer Science (18 points)

This paper aims to improve and develop programming skills by setting a series of exercises that require an analytical and creative approach to problem solving. Most – but not all – will involve programming tasks. Some will not use computers at all; some will use them only for ancillary tasks. Each solution will be assessed against the requirements, and students will be expected to go back and rework each problem until it is completed satisfactorily. Students will be required to test and debug their programmes fully as well as learn to identify inefficiencies.

The main objectives of this course are to develop and foster general skills concerned with computer-related techniques, understanding a problem, problem-solving strategies and working with people. Most of the exercises will require working in pairs or in teams, although some exercises are individual.

PrerequisitesCOSC 201 or COSC 202 or COSC 242

RestrictionsNone

Computer labs Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 9–11am Seminars Tue, Fri: 11–11:50am

This paper involves a considerable commitment of time and energy. Students are therefore discouraged from enrolling in a second paper.

Lecturer and course co-ordinatorProfessor Brendan McCane


AssessmentThere are 15 assignments, called etudes, all of which must be successfully completed to pass the course.

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COSC 360 Computer Game DesignComputer Science (18 points)

This course takes a practical, hands-on approach to making games. We will design, prototype, implement, polish and complete games over the six-week course. How do we implement a game in a set time frame? How do we ensure its quality? What sets successful developers apart from everyone else with a good idea? Topics will include, but are not limited to: programming, project management, game design, visual design and case studies from the industry.

This course is designed to introduce students to the multi-disciplinary nature of computer game design, with the emphasis on technical skills and group work.

PrerequisitesCOSC 242 or COSC 202Please note: students wishing to take this course will need to have a strong background in computer programming. If you are interested in taking this paper it is important to contact the course advisers for Computer Science as early as possible.

RestrictionsNone

Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 1–1:50pmTutorials Tue, Thu: 2–2:50pm Computer labs Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 3–5pm

Lecturer and course co-ordinatorDr Lech Szymanski

Recommended textbookSchell, J (2014). The Art of Game Design. Morgan Kaufman.

AssessmentNote that the internal assessments may change.

Labs 7%First game 11%Game design 11%Game prototyping 11%Final presentation 6%Final game 34%Final examination (2 hours) 20%

ENGL 127 Effective Writing English and Linguistics (18 points)

Clear, powerful communication is a prerequisite of success in the academic or business world. More than ever in the internet age, communication takes place in a written form with speech, gesture, expression or body language providing fewer clues to meaning. ENGL 127 will introduce you to – or refresh your memory of – key concepts in effective writing. We will study practical aspects of grammar, punctuation, style and mechanics at the level of the sentence, paragraph, essay and beyond. We will emphasise practical work and teach you skills that you can transfer to your own academic or professional writing projects. This paper builds on the skills taught in ENGL 128, but may be taken separately.

PrerequisitesNone

Recommendation Students for whom English is a second language should have attained an overall score of 7.0 in IELTS academic band or the equivalent.

RestrictionsNone

Lectures Mon, Wed, Fri: 9–9:50amTutorials Mon, Wed, Fri: 10–10:50am OR 12–

12:50pm

LecturersNicola Cummins, Dr Shef Rogers, Dr Michael Cop

Course co-ordinatorNicola Cummins

Prescribed textbook Williams, J M and Joseph Bizup (2014). Style: Lessons in Clarity and Grace (International edition). Pearson.

AssessmentSummary test 10%Prose revision test 10%Essay 10%Reading journal 40%Final examination (2 hours) 30%

ENGL 223/323 Fantasy and the Imagination English and Linguistics (18 points)

An examination of fantasy literature, from Beowulf to Harry Potter, and the interaction between the literary and the visual, by way of illustrations, dust jackets, stage-plays, video games, TV and movies.

This paper will focus on the tradition of fantasy stories, from the highly-wrought worlds of epic fantasy, centred around Tolkien and Lord of the Rings, and shorter tales of the mythical and marvellous. Key issues will include adaptation, filmic and literary narrative, portal quest vs. immersive fantasy, and childhood and the imagination.

PrerequisitesENGL 223: One 100-level ENGL paper (excluding ENGL 126) or 36 pointsENGL 323: 18 200-level ENGL points

RestrictionsENGL 223: ENGL 323ENGL 323: ENGL 223

Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 11–11:50amTutorials Mon, Wed: 2–2:50pm

LecturersNicola Cummins, Dr Paul Tankard

Prescribed textbooksJ K Rowling, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (1997) and Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2000). Any editions.

Charles Perrault, The Fairy Tales of Charles Perrault (1697), trans. Angela Carter. Penguin 2002.

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George MacDonald, At the Back of the North Wind, illus. Arthur Hughes (1871). Everyman’s Library Children’s Classics.

Ursula Le Guin, Earthsea: The First Four Books. Puffin Books. There were eventually six Earthsea novels, but the first three, A Wizard of Earthsea, The Tombs of Atuan, and The Farthest Shore, are a self-contained trilogy (and all are short).

Beowulf, trans. Michael Alexander. Penguin Classics.

Sir Orfeo, trans. Supplied.

J R R Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings 3 (1954–55) Allen & Unwin single-volume paperback preferred. Not a trilogy, but one long novel, to be read in its entirety. Recommended, on account of its length, that you read this first.

AssessmentConcepts and reading test 20%Essay (2,000 words for ENGL 223, 3,000 words for ENGL 323) 30%Examination (2 hours for ENGL 223, 3 hours for ENGL 323)

50%

FINC 204 Personal FinanceAccountancy and Finance (18 points)

Principles and techniques for handling personal financial decisions. Topics include savings and investment considerations, personal risk management, use and cost of credit, financing alternatives, retirement, estate and tax planning.

This paper takes you logically through the process of personal financial planning. You will acquire knowledge on taxation, property and retirement planning, investment and risk management, investor behaviour, critical influence of time on the value of money and how to incorporate all of these areas into a comprehensive financial plan.

PrerequisitesAny six papers

RestrictionsNone

Lectures Tue: 2–4pm, Wed: 10am–12pmTutorials Thu: 10am–12pm

Lecturer and course co-ordinatorTo be advised


AssessmentClassroom contribution 5%In-class quizzes x 3 (15% each) 45%Group case written report 20%Group case presentation 30%

FORB 201 Forensic Biology Sir John Walsh Research Institute, Faculty of Dentistry (18 points)

This paper is designed as an introduction for students interested in analysing the biological aspects of forensic science at a crime scene and in a laboratory. Students will have the unequalled opportunity to interact with a range of national and international forensic experts, providing a sense of reality and authority that is unique.

The interactive practical sessions examine the entire process of conducting a forensic investigation, from the evidence at the mock crime scene through the examination and evaluation of that evidence, to the story the media portray of violent crimes.

PrerequisitesAny 54 points

RestrictionsNoneOpen for Interest Only enrolment with head of department permission.

Lectures Tue: 1–2:50pm, Wed, Fri: 1–1:50pmTutorials Thu 20 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 17 Feb:

9–9:50am OR 10–10:50am OR 11–11:50am OR 1–1:50pm OR 2–2:50pm Thu 27 Jan: 9–9:50am OR 10–10:50am OR 11–11:50am or 12–12:50pm

LecturersTo be advised

Course co-ordinatorsDr Angela Clark, Professor Warwick Duncan

Recommended readingJackson and Jackson (2017). Forensic Science (Fourth edition). Harlow: Pearson Education Limited.

AssessmentTest 20%Assignment 30%Final examination (2 hours) 50%

HUMS 301/401 Internship PracticumTaught by distanceHumanities (18/20 points)

Relevant work experience undertaken in an approved workplace, enabling the application of skills acquired in an academic environment.

Students across the Division of Humanities now have the opportunity to make connections with employers and gain valuable workplace experience through internships. Completing an internship can enhance students' employability on completion of their qualification.

Students interested in an internship should approach their home department to discuss their project and to confirm an appropriate departmental supervisor.

The internship involves:

• a substantive practicum in a relevant workplacesituation

• written work about the project

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• supervision by the Humanities internship practicum co-ordinator and the student’s department.

PrerequisitesNone

RestrictionsHUMS 301: EDCR 360, SOCI 306, SOWK 392, SOWK 492HUMS 401: EDCR 360, SOWK 392, SOWK 492

Please note: there is no automatic right of entry; all applicants must be approved by their home programme and the Pro-Vice-Chancellor’s (Humanities) representative.

Time commitmentThere are no formal lectures for this paper. Regular meetings should be held with the departmental supervisor. Students need to attend two class meetings and an end of placement symposium. Students are expected to spend approximately eight hours per week for 13 weeks at their placement organisation.

Lecturer and course co-ordinatorEach student is allocated a programme supervisor.

Course co-ordinatorAssociate Professor Simone Marshall


AssessmentReflective field notes 25%Report or portfolio 60%Symposium presentation 15%

HUNT 141 Understanding Human NutritionTaught by distance Human Nutrition (18 points)

HUNT 141 examines the role that food and nutrition plays in the health and wellbeing of individuals and populations. This paper has a strong practical component that allows the student to explore and assess their own dietary and nutrient requirements. It provides an overview of several areas of nutrition and will be relevant to those studying and working in nutrition and dietetics, medicine, dentistry, physiotherapy, pharmacy, public health, food science, and sports and exercise nutrition.

Key questions explored include: What makes up a healthy diet? Do weight-loss diets really work? Are supplements really necessary? What role does diet play in disease? What does the sustainability of our food look like? How does our culture influence what we eat?

PrerequisiteNone

RestrictionsHUNT 233

Time commitmentThis paper is distance taught using a combination of pre-recorded and live sessions on Microsoft Teams. There is an expectation that students will complete assigned work prior to the live sessions. Students must attend one 2-hour live session a week.

Course co-ordinatorProfessor Sheila Skeaff

Recommended textbookWhitney E, Rolfes S R, Crowe T, Cameron-Smith D, Walsh A (2017). Understanding Human Nutrition (Third edition). Cengage Learning Australia.

JAPA 131 Introductory Japanese 1 CANCELLEDLanguages and Cultures (18 points)

An introductory course in reading, writing, speaking and listening in Japanese for students with no previous knowledge of the language. The paper takes an integrated approach to the skills of language acquisition and includes basic material on the cultural heritage of the Japanese people.

Now is the time for you to learn Japanese language and culture! The 2020 Tokyo Olympics was predicted to expand job opportunities for Japanese learners and Japan experts. In this paper you will learn how to develop four language skills (speaking, listening, reading, writing) through lots of engaging communicative activities in a relaxed environment. Let’s make sure your talent, skills and knowledge will be appreciated in the right place at the right time!Students are strongly recommended to pre-study hiragana (one of the Japanese writing systems), using the following sites:guidetojapanese.org/learn/grammar/hiraganagyford.com/japanesecsus.edu/indiv/s/sheaa/projects/genki/hiragana-timer.html

PrerequisitesNone

RestrictionsJAPA 103 or JAPA 132 or any other more advanced Japanese language papers.

Note: This paper is for beginners only and is not available to students who have passed NCEA Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in Japanese.

Suitable for students specialising in any discipline.

Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 10am–12pm

Lecturer Haruko Stuart

Prescribed textbookGENKI (I) The Japan Times (chapters 1–7 will be covered). Textbook and workbook (both available at the University Book Shop).

AssessmentOral 10%Tests 40%Final examination (2 hours) 50%

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LAWS 410 CriminologyTaught in DunedinFaculty of Law (15 points)

The theory of criminology; the concepts of crime and the criminal; the nature and extent of crime; the causes of crime; race, gender and class issues in crime.

PrerequisitesLAWS 201 and 66 further LAWS points

RestrictionsLAWS 310

Lectures Mon 10, 17 Jan: 2–4pmTue 11, 18 Jan, 2–4pmWed 12, 19 Jan, 10am–12pmThu 13, 20 Jan, 10am–12pmThu 27 Jan, 2–4pmFri 14, 21, 28 Jan, 10am–12pm

LecturerDr Mary Foley

Prescribed textbookCourse materials provided

AssessmentResearch assignment (optional) 30%Final examination 70% or 100%

LAWS 419 Securities Market RegulationTaught in AucklandFaculty of Law (15 points)

An introduction to the regulation of New Zealand capital markets. Topics cover the primary and secondary markets and include offers of securities to the public, disclosure to the market, market abuse, regulation of the stock exchange and of financial intermediaries.

PrerequisitesLAWS 201, LAWS 202, LAWS 203, LAWS 204

RestrictionsNone

Lectures Tue 25 Jan, 8 Feb: 6–8pmTue 1 Feb: 6–9pmWed 2 Feb: 6–9pmWed 26 Jan, 9 Feb: 6–8pmThu 27 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb: 6–8pmSat 12 Feb: 10am–4pm

LecturerProfessor Shelley Griffiths



LAWS 443 International Investment LawTaught in WellingtonFaculty of Law (15 points)

The international community’s regulation of foreign investment and the norms that have developed to govern this process and protect investors.

Prerequisites96 LAWS points

RestrictionsMay not be credited with LAWS 477 passed in 2009 or LAWS 471 passed in 2012, 2014 or 2016

Lectures Wed 19, 26 Jan and 2, 9, 16 Feb: 5:30– 8:30pmSat 12 and Sun 13 Feb: 9am–2:30pm

LecturerDr Tracey Epps, Trade Law Consultant, Chapman Tripp



LAWS 473 Special Topic 4: Public Health LawTaught in WellingtonFaculty of Law (15 points)

This course will explore the legal framework for the provision of public health services in New Zealand.


RestrictionsMay not be credited with LAWS 472 taken in 2017 or LAWS 476 taken in 2010

Lectures Tue 25 Jan, 1, 8, 15 Feb: 5:30–7:30pm Thu 27 Jan, 3, 10, 17 Feb: 5:30–7:30pm Sat 29 and Sun 30 Jan: 8:30am–12:30pm

LecturerIris Reuvecamp, Principal, Vida Law


AssessmentResearch assignment (compulsory) 40%Final examination 60%

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LAWS 474 Special Topic 5: International Criminal Law: Terrorism and Human RightsTaught in DunedinFaculty of Law (15 points)

This paper introduces students to international criminal law as it applies to terrorism and human rights from early history through to modern times.

PrerequisitesLAWS 301

RestrictionsNone

Lectures Mon 10, 17, 24, 31 Jan: 9am–12pm Tue 11, 18, 25 Jan: 9am–12pmTue 1 Feb: 9am–10:20am

LecturerDr Matthew Gillet



LAWS 475 Special Topic 6: Global and Comparative Animal Law Taught in AucklandFaculty of Law (15 points)

Animal welfare and rights are of increasing importance around the world. This paper compares global animal law issues, their impact upon international trade and the possibility of international regulation.


RestrictionsNone

Lectures Tue 18 Jan: 6–8pmThu 20 Jan: 6–8pmSat 15, 22 Jan: 10am–4pmSun 16, 23 Jan: 10am–4pm

LecturerDanielle Duffield


AssessmentClass participation 10%Research assignment (optional) 30%Final examination 60% or 90%

LAWS 480 Research PaperTaught in Dunedin Faculty of Law (15 points)

Writing of a research paper, under supervision.

PrerequisitesNone

RestrictionsNoneAdmission subject to approval from the Dean of Law.

LecturerStudents are required to find an appropriate supervisor.

Prescribed textbookFor individual research papers, students use the resources of the Law Library.

LAWS 498 Research and Writing Taught in Dunedin Faculty of Law

A programme of research and writing undertaken in conjunction with other 300- and 400-level LAWS papers, to be completed in compliance with conditions prescribed by the Dean of Law.

Research and communication skills are a key part of the Otago graduate profile. They are essential skills for any law graduate. LAWS 498 Research and Writing requires the submission of five pieces of research written in conjunction with 300- and 400-level Law papers taken across the degree.

LAWS 498 enrolment indicates the student is completing the five pieces of research and writing required within the Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Laws with Honours.

PrerequisitesNone

RestrictionsNone

LecturerFaculty of Law academic staff support this programme across the LLB and LLB(Hons) degrees.


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MATS 204 Treasure or Trash: Sustainability of MaterialsTaught by distanceCentre for Materials Science and Technology (18 points)

Ever wondered what makes a material sustainable, how plastics end up in the ocean or why metals should be recycled? MATS 204 takes you on a journey through the lifecycle of everyday objects and the materials they are made of; from the impacts of extracting raw materials to what happens at the end of their life and all the bits in between. Learn what to treasure about materials and how not to trash them! Be proactive about sustainability and study over the summer without having to be on campus.


RestrictionsNone

LecturersDr Linda Dunn, Associate Professor Sarah Wakes

Prescribed textbookReading list provided

AssessmentOral presentation 15%Lifecycle mapping 25%Analysis of product sustainability 60%

MFCO 224 Studying Selfies: Celebrity, Surveillance and Cyberspace Taught on campus or by distanceMedia, Film and Communication (18 points)

This paper explores the idea of the “selfie” as a popular cultural phenomena, as a digital process and as a space for communication and cultural expression. Through this paper you will learn to think critically about selfies as a discourse, as a cultural practice, as techno-socially enabled and as a rich space for communication and critique. You will also take many selfies!


RestrictionsMay not be credited together with MFCO 242 passed in 2017 or 2018.

Lectures Tue: 10am–12pmSeminars Thu: 10am–12pmWorkshops Thu: 2–4pm

LecturerDr Owain Gwynne

Prescribed textbookNone, but there will be set course materials

AssessmentProduction tasks (shortened self-reflection blogs) x 6 20%Critical essay 40%Group presentation 40%

MAOR 110 Introduction to Conversational MāoriTe Tumu (18 points)

This paper assumes no prior knowledge of the Māori language and gives an introduction to the Māori language with emphasis on pronunciation, greetings and forms of language in particular cultural contexts.

PrerequisitesNone

RestrictionsMAOR 111 or MAOR 112 or any other more advanced Māori language paper.

Lectures Mon, Wed: 10am–12pmTutorials Tue, Thu: 10–10:50am OR 1–1:50pm OR

2–2:50pmTerms test Wed 2 and 16 Feb: 4–7pm

Lecturer To be advised

Prescribed textbookMoorfield, J C (2001). Te Whanake 1: Te Kākano (Second edition). Auckland: Pearson Education.

Assessment Mahi kōrero (listening/oral) 40%Mahi whakarongo (listening) 20%Mahi tuhituhi (written) 40%

MART 330 Special Topic: Current Issues in International BrandingMarketing (18 points)

The paper provides an understanding of the strategies that brands use to position themselves in relation to international markets in the context of global business. It considers the socio-political contexts of markets and the cultural influences that affect strategic branding decisions.

Prerequisites54 200-level points

RestrictionsNone

Lectures Mon, Wed: 11am–1pm

Lecturer To be advised

Prescribed textbooksTo be advised

Assessment Essay 30%Brand localisation – PowerPoint presentation 30%Final exam 40%

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MINS 415 Christian Ministry in te ao Māori (the Māori World)Taught by distanceTheology (20 points)

This paper explores ministry in te ao Māori that focuses on current issues in the contemporary context from tribalism, urbanisation, models of leadership and social media.

It includes a five-day intensive residential course in Gisborne at Te Rau College (17–21 January).

PrerequisitesNone

RestrictionsPAST 323

Lecturer Dr Wayne Te Kaawa

Prescribed textbooksNone. Readings will be supplied on Blackboard.

MUSI 259 Special Topic: Practical ConductingPerforming Arts/Music (18 points)

The techniques and skills of conducting including gesture, rehearsal technique and score analysis. This is a practical conducting paper aimed at students and community members (teachers in particular) with an interest in amateur and professional conducting. The paper has a core practical component and includes rehearsal techniques, performance etiquette, score analysis and effective programming.

PrerequisitesMUSI 101 or MUSI 110

RestrictionsNone

Lectures Mon, Wed, Fri: 4–6pmThu 10 Feb: 4–6pm

Teaching staffAssociate Professor Peter Adams, Kenneth Young, Mozart Fellow 2020

Course co-ordinatorAssociate Professor Peter Adams

Prescribed textbooksNone

Assessment One in-class basic gesture test 20%Two practical conducting assessments 25% and 30%Written essay 25%

PACR 101 Pacific Realities and University Learning Humanities (18 points)

This paper is an introduction to theories of learning and academic skills needed for independent learning and success at university, especially designed for Pacific students new to tertiary study.

PrerequisitesNone

RestrictionsEnrolments for this paper require permission from the programme.The first two weeks will be taught by distance followed by four weeks of on-campus learning.

Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 1–4pmWorkshops Mon, Wed, Fri: 10–10:50am

LecturersSia Lei-Mata’afa, Associate Professor Jacques van der Meer

Course co-ordinatorDr Michelle Schaaf

Prescribed textbookTo be advised

Assessment Written essay outline 10%Written essay (1,500 words) 25%Group project 25%Group presentation 10%Reflective journal 10%Blackboard discussions 10%Online self-assessment 10%

PAST 323 Christian Ministry in te ao Māori (the Māori World) Taught by distanceTheology (18 points)

This paper explores ministry in te ao Māori that focuses on current issues in the contemporary context from tribalism, urbanisation, models of leadership and social media.

It includes a five-day intensive residential course in Gisborne at Te Rau College (17–21 January).

PrerequisitesOne 100-level PAST or CHTH paper

RestrictionsMINS 415

Lecturer Dr Wayne Te Kaawa

Prescribed textbooksNone. Readings will be supplied on Blackboard.

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LecturerProfessor Craig Rodger, Dr Jonathan Squire

Course co-ordinatorProfessor Craig Rodger


AssessmentLaboratories and discussion groups 15%Essays (2 × 7.5%) 15%Mid-school test 10%Examination (2 hours) 60%

PHSI 191 Biological PhysicsPhysics (18 points)

Foundations of physics for the health sciences, including mechanics, properties of fluids and solids, thermodynamics and DC circuits, and radiation and health.

This course is intended for students who have passed their laboratory component in the 2020 semester 1 PHSI 191 course but failed the course overall with a total mark of at least 30%. This course will be similar to PHSI 191 although there will be no laboratory component, and it will have significantly more tutorial-style contact. The laboratory component of a student’s internal assessment in the 2020 semester 1 course will be carried over to the Summer School course.

PrerequisitesStudents should have passed at least five out of the six laboratories in PHSI 191 in 2020, but failed overall in the course with a total final mark of at least 30%. Students who have not met this requirement may seek special permission to enter.

RestrictionsPHSI 110, PHSI 131

Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 1–3pmTerms test Wed 2 Feb: 12–3pm

LecturersLecturers from the Department of Physics

Course co-ordinatorsProfessor Craig Rodger, Dr Terry Scott

Prescribed textbookFranklin, K et al (2010). Introduction to Biological Physics for the Health and Life Sciences. Department of Physics, Wiley.

AssessmentLab assessment tests 10%Progress test 20% Final exam 70%

PHAL 231 Drugs and SocietyPharmacology and Toxicology (18 points)

An introduction to core pharmacological principles, together with an investigation of how society is influenced by drug use, both licit and illicit.


RestrictionsNone

Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed: 1–1:50pmWorkshops Thu: 1–3pm OR Fri: 12–2pm

PHIL 106 Radical PhilosophyPhilosophy (18 points)

This course is a study of radical ideas about the human condition: about freedom, authenticity, human existence, knowledge, power relations, and modernity. What it is to live a meaningful life? How (if at all) can we seek the truth? What is our future? We engage with rebellions against orthodox views of religion, society, gender, and science, as found in the work of thinkers within the existentialist and phenomenological traditions of philosophy, including Nietzsche, de Beauvoir, and more.

PrerequisitesNone

RestrictionsNone

Lectures Tue, Wed, Thu: 2–4pm

LecturersZach Weber, Greg Dawes

Prescribed textbookTexts will be available on Blackboard.

AssessmentBy written essays and a final exam.

PHSI 170 Introduction to AstronomyPhysics (18 points)

This paper provides an introduction to modern astronomy with a minimum of mathematics. It explores the Sun-Earth system and our place in the universe. Topics include the history of astronomy, stellar evolution, planets, and cosmology. Special topics include “the size and age of the universe”, “the search for extraterrestrial intelligence” and “what would be the effect of a large meteor impact on the Earth?” This paper is intended for students who have an interest in a broad education. We aim to facilitate a continuing interest in astronomy and space exploration.

PrerequisitesNone

RestrictionsNone

Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 1–1:50pmTutorials Wed: 3–3:50pm Practicals Thu: 3–6pm

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POLS 310 Turkey and its Neighbours Politics (18 points)

The area of Asia Minor, the Balkans, and the Caucasus is the crossroads of Europe and Asia, with the Turkish republic as its core. Modern Turkey is the principal successor state of the Ottoman and Byzantine empires. This paper considers the politics and society of contemporary Turkey. It explores complexities and tensions at the meeting point of the West, Islam, and the Middle East. It reviews Turkey’s interactions with both its turbulent neighbourhood and the wider world.

Prerequisites18 200-level POLS points

RestrictionsNone

Lectures Mon: 10am–12pmTue: 1–3pmWed: 1–1:50pm

Tutorials Wed: 2–4pm

LecturerTo be advised


POLS 321 Public Policy in New ZealandTaught on campus or by distancePolitics (18 points)

Why do governments pursue certain courses of action and implement particular sets of policies during specific periods of history? Who makes policy and how? Why does policy matter? What is the relationship between economic and political power? Who runs New Zealand? More generally, how do we understand politics? The overall aim of this paper is for students to understand how and why public policy is made in New Zealand and elsewhere.

Prerequisites18 200-level POLS points

RestrictionsNoneMay not be credited together with POLS 231 passed 2005–2012.

Lectures Tue: 10–10:50amWed, Thu: 10am–12pm

Tutorials Fri: 10am–12pm (from Fri 21 Jan)

Lecturer Dr Chris Rudd

Prescribed textbooksTo be confirmed

AssessmentReading blogs 10% Policy theory essay and presentation 25% Critical theory essay 25% Policy evaluation 40%

RELS 202/302 The Religions of Southeast Asia Taught on campus or by distance Theology and Religion (18 points)

Theravada Buddhism is the primary focus of this paper, but the Hindu, Islamic, Chinese and indigenous religious traditions of Southeast Asia are also considered. The paper studies some of the significant archaeological sites of Southeast Asia (Borobudur in Java, Angkor Wat in Cambodia, the Shwedagon in Burma) and the association between the arts and religion (trance and spirit possession, Cambodian classical dance, Javanese gamelan and shadow puppet theatre), as well as ritual healing practices and the use of religion – both as a moral force and as the power behind protective devices such as tattoos, amulets and yantras – during the time of war.

PrerequisiteRELS 202: 36 pointsRELS 302: One 200-level RELS paperRestrictionsRELS 202 : RELS 330, RELX 202, RELX 330RELS 302: May not be credited together with RELS 330 passed in 2006, 2011 or 2012.

Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 12–12:50pm

LecturerDr Elizabeth Guthrie-Higbee

Prescribed textbookNone, resources will be provided.

Assessment RELS 202Contribution to online tutorial discussion 20%Essay (2,500 words) 30%Exam (two hours) 50%

RELS 302Contribution to online tutorial 20%Essay 1 (4,000 words) 40%Essay 2 (4,000 words) 40%

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RELS 237/337 Psychology of Religion Taught on campus or by distanceTheology and Religion (18 points)

An introduction to the psychology of religion, with emphasis on what research in contemporary cognitive and evolutionary psychology says about religious belief and behaviour.

Can religious belief and behaviour be explained by science? What do cognitive and evolutionary psychology tell us about belief in god? Is religion universal? Is religion a product of human evolution? How does religious belief develop in childhood? What social functions does religion serve? Combining scholarship on religion and psychology, this paper introduces students to the important interdisciplinary field of psychology of religion. In addition to the above questions, students will learn about the latest research on the psychology of terrorism, the psychology of atheism and the psychological effects of religion on prejudice/tolerance. No background experience in religion or psychology is required.

PrerequisitesRELS 237: 36 pointsRELS 337: 18 200-level RELS or PSYC points

RestrictionsRELS 237: RELS 337RELS 337: RELS 237May not be credited together with RELS 231 or RELS 331 passed in 2016.

Lectures Tue, Thu: 9–11amTutorials Fri: 10–10:50am (from Fri 21 Jan)

LecturerDr Joseph Watts


Assessment Quizzes 20%Essays 40%Mid-term and final examinations 40%

SOCI 309 Special Topic: Science, Technology and Post-Capitalist Futures Sociology, Gender Studies and Criminology (18 points)

Use of theory within science and technology studies to better understand new dynamics in social and economic life and to explore prospects and possibilities for post-capitalist futures.

Prerequisites54 200-level points from Arts and Music Schedule C

RestrictionsNone

Lectures Thu, Fri: 10–11.50am

LecturerDr Karly Burch


AssessmentClass discussion 20%Blog post – draft and revised 30%Essay plan 10%Essay 40%

STAT 110 Statistical Methods Mathematics and Statistics (18 points)

This is a paper in statistical methods for students from any of the sciences, including students studying biological sciences, social sciences or sport science, as well as those studying mathematics and statistics. The paper provides an introduction to the use of statistical methods for the description and analysis of data, use of computer software to carry out data analysis, and the interpretation of the results of statistical analyses for a range of research studies.

PrerequisitesNone

RestrictionsSTAT 115, BSNS 102 or BSNS 112, QUAN 101

Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 10am–12pmTerms test Thu 20 Jan, 3 Feb: 1–3pm

Tue 15 Feb: 1–3pmTutorials Tue, Thu: 12–12:50pm OR 1–1:50pm OR

2–2:50pm

Course co-ordinatorsDr Tilman Davies, Megan Drysdale


AssessmentOnline assignment and mastery tests 33%Final examination (3 hours) 67%

Grades achieved in the online assignment and mastery tests will count towards the final grade only if this is to the student’s advantage.

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TOUR 101 Introduction to Tourism Taught by distanceTourism (18 points)

An introduction to the global principles that structure tourism, the nature and operation of the tourist industry and the impact, development and management issues that arise from tourism.

The tourism and hospitality sectors have in recent decades represented one of the world’s largest industries. In New Zealand, tourism has been a $40 billion industry that has generated 9 per cent of GDP. As a highly diverse and innovative industry, as well as a significant source of employment, it is critical that the industry is served by high-quality graduates. TOUR 101 serves as the platform for the undergraduate degree in tourism. It provides future leaders of the industry, including policy-makers and managers, with critical understandings of the principles that structure tourism and the nature and operation of tourism businesses in New Zealand and globally.

PrerequisitesNone

RestrictionsTOUX 101

Time commitment6 hours per week independent reading10 hours per week on module material2 to 4 hours per week on discussion board using Blackboard25 hours on each assessment

Note: This is a distance course run through Blackboard. To take this course, students must have regular and reliable access to the internet and a computer, and must contact the course co-ordinator in the first week of the course so that communication paths can be initiated. This is crucial to the successful completion of the paper.

LecturerTo be advised

Recommended textbooksWeaver, D and Lawton, L (2009). Tourism Management (4th edition). Wiley: Milton, Australia.Collier, A (2011). Principles of Tourism: A New Zealand Perspective (8th edition). Pearson Education: Auckland.

AssessmentDiscussion board 1 15%Essay 20%Discussion board 2 25%Final examination 40%

TOUR 102 Global Tourism Taught by distanceTourism (18 points)

The major issues in the world as they are differentiated on a global regional basis are studied through integrated illustrative case studies. Tourism is a global industry and phenomenon – one that is integrated into social, political, cultural, environmental, and economic global and local contexts. Global Tourism is designed to examine this reality and to assess how current events and historical trends at global, regional and local levels shape and can be shaped by tourism as an industry and social phenomenon. This is grounded in a knowledge of the scale of tourism in different regions of the world and its potential for growth.

PrerequisitesNone


Time commitment 6 hours per week independent reading 10 hours per week on module material 2 to 4 hours per week on discussion board using Blackboard 25 hours on essay preparation

Note: This is a distance course run through Blackboard. Students must have access to a computer and must contact the course co-ordinator in the first week of the course so that communication paths can be initiated. This is crucial to the successful completion of the paper.

LecturerDr Julia Albrecht

Prescribed textbooks None

Assessment Discussion boards (x 2) 30%Essay 30%Final examination 40%

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TOUR 214 Introduction to Wine Business Tourism (18 points)

This course explores the complex value chain that delivers wine from vineyard to consumer. It provides an introduction to everything from viticulture and winemaking, to the role of intermediaries, wine retail (off-licence) and the hospitality sector (on-licence). Students are also introduced to the role of wine (and wine tourism) in regional development.

The wine industry and wine tourism are becoming increasingly significant aspects of the New Zealand economy. This course provides students with an overview of the diverse nature of the wine business with an emphasis on how wine and tourism intersect. It uses examples from New Zealand and around the world to give you an appreciation of some of the key academic and business concepts behind the wine industry.

A core component is the gaining of skills and knowledge in wine appreciation. Workshops are dedicated to the acquisition of wine-tasting skills and to gaining knowledge of a range of wines and aspects of wine marketing from around the world.

A non-compulsory field trip to Central Otago gives students direct exposure to winemaking operations and cellar door management. The paper is ideal for those wishing to enter the wine industry, those looking to develop their wine knowledge to use in the business environment, those wishing to learn more about the marketing and sales of symbolic consumer goods, or those with an interest in wine. It is suited to current students and those who wish to return to study.

PrerequisitesAny 108 points

RestrictionsNone. Please note: enrolments for this paper are limited and require departmental permission.

Lectures Mon, Tue: 9–11amWorkshops Mon, Tue: 3–5pm

Lecturer and course co-ordinatorDr Trudie Walters

Recommended textbooks Hall, C M and Mitchell, R D (2008). Wine Marketing: A Practical Guide. Butterworth Heinemann: Oxford.

Charters, S (2006). Wine and Society: The Social and Cultural Context of a Drink. Elsevier: Amsterdam/Boston.

Howland, P J (2014) (ed). Social, Cultural and Economic Impacts of Wine in New Zealand. Routledge: London. (Available as an eBook in the Library)

AssessmentEssay 20%Project 30%Wine examination 20%Final examination (open book) 30%

TOUR 310 Leisure: Lives and Societies Taught by distanceTourism (18 points)

Leisure is a core part of human life and the industry associated with it is a diverse and major component of the global economy. This paper examines its conceptual and historical roots. It focuses on examining the contemporary role, nature, and scale of leisure desires, experiences, and the leisure industry.

Prerequisites54 200-level points


All course information will be available on Blackboard.

LecturerProfessor Neil Carr

Prescribed textbooksNone

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