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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Study Abroad Portfolio 1 | |||
| Reference | BS3035 | Version | 2 |
| Created | August 2021 | SCQF Level | SCQF 9 |
| Approved | July 2019 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | August 2021 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| To enable the student to reflect deeply on the experience of Study Abroad and provide a portfolio of outputs which reflect the educational and cultural value of Study Abroad. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Produce a critical review of relevant nominated output relating to the host study abroad institution. |
| 2 | Evaluate the study abroad experience, including self-development in academic and cultural terms. |
| 3 | Appraise the experience and explain how it has benefitted the individual |
| 4 | Prioritise future skills that should be acquired to maximise employability based on the study abroad experience. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| This module will focus on international and cultural business theories within the context of the Study Abroad experience. Cultural theoretical frameworks including Hofstede and Trompenaar will be examined and the student will be required to reflect critically on their period of time in a different cultural context in relation to such theories. |
| Module Delivery |
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| This is a student-centred, self-directed module. The student will work independently and produce output within a given time frame. Academic support will be provided by the module co-ordinator or nominee. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | N/A | N/A |
| Non-Contact Hours | 150 | 150 |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 150 | 150 |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
| Description: | Individual portfolio assessment comprising 2000 word report and accompanying evidence. | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| Component 1 comprises 100% of the module grade. To pass the module, a D grade is required. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | A |
| B | B |
| C | C |
| D | D |
| E | E |
| F | F |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | Completion of a Study Abroad period as part of an RGU undergraduate programme. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| ADDITIONAL NOTES |
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| This module is only available to RGU students who have fully completed a Study Abroad period as part of their full-time course, but have been unable to gain the relevant amount SCQF / ECTS equivalent points. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
|---|---|
| 1 | BARKER, C., and JANE, E.A., 2016. Cultural Studies. 5th ed. London: Sage. |
| 2 | BOWDEN, J., 2011. Writing a report: how to prepare, write and present effective reports. 9th ed. Oxford: How to Books. |
| 3 | HOFSTEDE, G., HOFSTEDE G.J., AND MINKOV, M., 2010. Cultures and organizations: software of the mind. 3rd ed. New York: McGraw-Hill |
| 4 | SCHEIN, E.H., HAMPDEN-TURNER, C., BELBIN, M. et al., 2012. Cross-cultural management textbook: lessons from the world leading experts. New York: McGraw-Hill. |