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University of Otago
SUMMER SCHOOL
PROSPECTUS
2021
otago
summer
school
Te Kura Raumati
Paper prescriptions Page
Contents
ANAT 131 Origins of Anatomical Language 10
BIOA 201 Biocultural Human Skeletal Biology 10
CHEM 150 Concepts in Chemistry 10
CHEM 191 The Chemical Basis of Biology and
Human Health 11
COMP 101 Foundations of Information Systems 11
COMP 111 Information and Communications Technology 12
COMP 160 General Programming 12
Make use of your summer 1 COSC 326 Effective Programming 12
Welcome 2 COSC 360 Computer Game Design 12
About Summer School 4 ENGL 127 Effective Writing 13
What’s on and important dates 5 ENGL 223 Fantasy and the Imagination 13
Accommodation 6 ENGL 323 Fantasy and the Imagination 13
Papers and timetables 7–9 FINC 204 Personal Finance 14
Paper prescriptions 10–24 FORB 201 Forensic Biology 14
FREN 105 Intensive French for Beginners 14
HIST 230 Special Topic: Creating Kiwi Families:
Historical and Legal Perspectives from 1830 15
Note: While all reasonable efforts have been made to
HIST 333 Special Topic: Creating Kiwi Families:
ensure that the information contained herein is correct Historical and Legal Perspectives from 1830 15
at the time of going to print, matters covered by this HUMS 301 Internship Practicum 15
publication are subject to change. The University reserves HUMS 401 Internship Practicum 15
the right to introduce changes (including addition, HUNT 141 Understanding Nutrition 15
withdrawal or restructuring of papers and change of class JAPA 131 Introductory Japanese 1 16
size limits) as it may judge to be necessary or desirable. LAWS 350 Lawyers, Clients and the Profession 16
Visit our website for the most recent information: LAWS 352 International Tax Law and Policy 16
otago.ac.nz/summerschool LAWS 444 Intellectual Property 16
LAWS 449 Criminal Procedure 17
LAWS 471 Special Topic 2: International Trade 17
LAWS 480 Research Paper 17
LAWS 486 Special Topic 15: Not For Profit Law 17
LAWS 498 Research and Writing 17
LING 103 Language Myths 18
MAOR 110 Introduction to Conversational Māori 18
MART 330 Special Topic: Current Issues in International
Branding 18
MATH 151 General Mathematics 18
MATH 160 Mathematics 1 19
MATS 204 Treasure or Trash: Sustainability of Materials 19
MFCO 231 Journalism Now: Seeking the Truth in a
World of Disinformation and Fake News 19
MUSI 259 Special Topic: Practical Conducting 20
MUSI 260 Special Topic: Pop Vocal Performance and
Recording 20
PACR 101 Pacific Realities and University Learning 20
PHIL 103 Ethical Issues 20
PHSI 170 Sun, Earth and Universe 21
PHSI 191 Biological Physics 21
POLS 308 US Foreign Policy Since 1945 21
POLS 321 Public Policy in New Zealand 22
RELS 214 New Religious Movements 22
RELS 306 New Religious Movements 22
RELS 237 Psychology of Religion 22
RELS 337 Psychology of Religion 22
STAT 110 Statistical Methods 22
THEA 354 Creating Theatre 23
TOUR 101 Introduction to Tourism 23
TOUR 102 Global Tourism 23
TOUR 214 Introduction to Wine Business 24
Make use of your summer
Summer 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 11 January to 19 February,
with exams from 20 to 25 February 2021.
Why take a Summer School paper?
• Complete your degree • Make good use of your time • For interest
• Speed up your degree • Manage your workload • To study via distance learning
61 With 61 papers on offer,
there’s plenty of choice. 18 Papers worth 18 points
count as full-time study
for StudyLink.
6 Complete a full paper in just
six weeks and get ahead.
1
Welcome to Summer School 2021
Nau mai ki te Kura Raumati
From the Vice-Chancellor
Now in its 21st year, the Otago Summer School Overwhelmingly, Summer School students report
is a well-established part of the University’s year, that although the School’s intensive schedule is
engaging not only our own students but also very demanding, it is also very rewarding, both in
students from elsewhere in New Zealand and terms of their personal learning experience and
overseas. With its six-week intensive format, small the credits gained. Surveys of the academic staff
classes and a relaxed yet lively environment, and visiting scholars who teach in our Summer
the Otago Summer School provides a unique School indicate that they also enjoy the fast-paced
opportunity for high-quality, research-informed schedule, smaller classes and highly motivated
teaching and learning. students.
Like you, most of the people who attend the Otago I warmly invite you to experience this for yourself
Summer School are experienced students, seeking by enrolling in the Otago Summer School 2021.
to fast-track their degree completion, to catch up Nau mai, haere mai!
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 the
Summer School because of a particular special
topic that is available only in the summer period
or that is taught by an international specialist. PROFESSOR HARLENE HAYNE
ONZM, PhD, HonDSc, FRSNZ
The papers available in 2021 – in Commerce, Vice-Chancellor
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.
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From the Director
Summer School is like no other time at Otago. semester the full range of student services are
Dunedin summer weather is at its best, the available, including coffee and cake in the Link,
campus is quiet and it’s the perfect opportunity to recreation services such as fitness and gym classes
focus on one subject. Students tell us they love the at Unipol in the Plaza, plus Student Health, the
smaller classes and the engagement with learning, Māori Centre and the Pacific Islands Centre. It’s
lecturers and other students. all going on, but without the queues.
Summer School offers you a wide range of It’s important to remember that one Summer
papers and allows you to complete your degree School paper is equivalent to full-time study, so
faster, make good use of time or pursue a special you need to carefully consider your workload if
interest. All papers are taught to the high you intend working part-time over the summer, or
standard expected of an Otago degree. Several if you are considering taking two papers. Advisers
papers are only available in Summer School, are available if you are in doubt.
and some are taught by international experts.
Summer School classes begin on day one, so
Summer School Law papers are offered in make sure you enrol early and are ready to start
Wellington and Auckland for people whose home on Monday 11 January.
or work is there, and again these offer the benefits
If you have any questions or need any further
of international expertise, focused study and
information, please contact AskOtago, your one-
smaller class size. If you are a distance student,
stop shop for all information about studying at
class size will also impact on your interactions
Otago: ask.otago.ac.nz, university@otago.ac.nz
within the class and with the lecturer, and you
or 0800 80 80 98.
can expect great support from Student Learning
Development and the Library. I look forward to welcoming you to Summer
School 2021.
We provide a welcome event at noon on the
first Wednesday on the Union Lawn – with free
food, performances and a chance to meet other
DR ELAINE WEBSTER
students. And we keep this going all through Director, Summer School / Te Kura Raumati
Summer School every Wednesday lunchtime
for students and staff. Throughout the summer
From the OUSA President
Kia ora koutou. OUSA does so much more than this, however.
Just like in normal semesters, we’ll be providing
There’s a certain charm to Otago during
our members with representation, welfare,
Summer School – the sun is out, the flats are
advocacy, recreation, events and media to keep
blasting drum and bass, and the paradise ducks
you supported and help you have the best Otago
are quacking happily along the river bank.
experience possible.
Summer School also provides an opportunity to
explore some new interests and get ahead of your I wish you all the very best for your Summer
studies for the coming year … or to finish off that School experience and your future studies. Don’t
last pesky paper. forget your hat!
I loved my Summer School experience. It allowed
me to deep dive into a single paper and gain some
JACK MANNING
good study habits along the way. OUSA also put President, Otago University Students’ Union
on their weekly Wednesday BBQs, as they do every Association (OUSA)
year, with free food, music and entertainment to
provide a well-deserved study break.
3
About Summer School
He kōrero mō te Kura Raumati
All Summer School papers have full If your academic record is average or lower, Interest Only
academic credit and most are of the same you should be very cautious about enrolling
point value as semester papers. One 18-point for two papers in Summer School. If you See page seven for the list of Summer
paper counts as full-time study for StudyLink are in doubt, seek advice. Some students School papers available for Interest Only
purposes. Papers are taught across six weeks find that they overcommit themselves by enrolment.
instead of the usual thirteen weeks of a taking two papers. Students on Conditional Interest Only enrolment is not normally
semester. Enrolment may be permitted to take only available to students taking credit courses
one paper at Summer School. in the same enrolment period (i.e. Interest
Please note that LAWS papers are 15 points,
so students wanting to study full-time must Only students must be taking only Interest
take two papers. Only papers). Students taking papers for
StudyLink credit may not take additional papers for
A wide variety of papers are offered. Many Interest Only or change their enrolment for
are unique to Summer School, while others If you are not enrolled for subsequent study
any papers from being for credit to Interest
are core components of degree programmes. in 2021, StudyLink payments will cover
Only part-way through a teaching period.
the Summer School tuition period only
– StudyLink payments do not cover the Interest Only enrolment is not available to
Is it difficult? Summer School examination period. international students.
University study is always challenging, Summer School students may also
but many really like the intense focus of be approved to take papers for Final
Summer School. You’ll immerse yourself Examination Only. Any such additional
papers are not taken into account in any How to enrol
in the subject and find that smaller classes
and the quieter campus help you focus on consideration of a student’s status as a full- Apply through the Summer School
learning. time or part-time student, or eligibility for page, or if you're a current student, you
government student loans or allowances. can add the paper/s in your eVision
portal.
Workload
Timetable Information about the enrolment
The maximum workload permitted by the process, including eligibility
University in Summer School is 36 points. If you intend to take two papers in Summer requirements and fees information, can
For most Summer School papers, one School, please check carefully that there are be found online:
point implies 10 hours of work. Taking one no lecture timetable clashes for your chosen
otago.ac.nz/enrolment
18-point paper involves 180 hours of work pair of papers. For some papers, more
(or 30 hours a week for six weeks, including tutorial streams may be added.
classes and private study time).
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SUMMER SCHOOL DATES
If you wish to enrol for Summer School,
select your choice of paper, together with
any papers for semester 1 and 2, and submit
for course approval as soon as possible.
2020
7 September
Course enrolment (including paper
selection) opens for 2021.
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.
WHAT'S ON DURING SUMMER SCHOOL? OUSA Summer School lunches
15 December
From free BBQs to lawn games, Summer Every Wednesday, 12–1pm Due date for submitting Summer School
School and OUSA have your downtime Union Lawn or Main Common Room paper selection for course approval.
covered!
Each Wednesday a variety of events are put
Opening day on for Dunedin-based students and staff. It’s 2021
an opportunity to come together and enjoy 11 January
Monday 11 January is a busy day for the summer! 2020 featured free BBQs, a
Summer School students. Many papers Summer School begins.
speed quiz and lawn games. First day of classes.
have their first class, and on-campus course
confirmation begins for international See the OUSA website or Facebook page Due date for completing Summer School
students and any students who need course for details. course enrolment declaration.
advice. Libraries and food outlets are open, ousa.org.nz 13 January
although for shorter periods during the first Summer School welcome on Union
two weeks of Summer School. E OUSA
Lawn.
16 January
Clubs and Societies Last day for payment of Summer School
Summer School welcome fees.
During Summer School, Clubs and
Wednesday 13 January
Societies offers a range of short recreation 18 January
12–1pm, Union Lawn
courses. For more information see: Last day to add or delete Summer School
Join OUSA and Summer School ousa.org.nz/recreation papers with refund of fees (5pm deadline).
for entertainment, free food and
Mid to late January
competitions.
Examination timetable released.
Student support
3 February
All of the usual student support services are
Student facilities Last day to withdraw from Summer
available over the Summer School period. School papers (5pm deadline).
The full range of student facilities are open
For full information see: 8 February
during Summer School, including the Link,
Unipol, Student Health, the Māori Centre otago.ac.nz/studentservices Waitangi Day public holiday observed.
and the Pacific Islands Centre. 19 February
Last day of classes.
20 February
Examinations begin.
25 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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Accommodation
Wāhi noho
3 minutes to Available All meals provided
campus 9–19 February
Hayward College is the University of Otago’s summer residential
college. This relaxing student residence is just a three-minute walk
from campus.
Members have access to a computer room, study spaces, music
room, exercise room and common areas, including a large TV
room. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the building.
Bedrooms are spacious and fully furnished, with shared unisex
bathrooms. Each floor has a kitchenette. Swipe card access to the
college after hours ensures a safe and secure environment.
Nutritious, healthy and tasty food is served in the college dining
room by a talented team of professional chefs. Vegetarian and halal
food is available, and most dietary requirements can be catered for
by prior arrangement.
Staff are on hand to provide support throughout the Summer
School period, along with opportunities for events and excursions.
NB: Students coming to Dunedin just for the Summer School
Summer School accommodation will be available from Saturday period are strongly discouraged from entering into short-term
9 January until the morning of Friday 19 February. As the college leases of flats, or relying on tourist accommodation which is in hot
opens for the 2021 intake on Saturday 20 February, Summer demand at this time of the year.
School students will need to be accommodated elsewhere over the
exam period, for which support and advice will be given. Bookings for summer accommodation can be made through the
Hayward College link on the Summer School website. Please feel
The daily Summer School rate is $65 (subject to confirmation) and free to contact the college for additional information.
includes accommodation, all meals, student support and any events
otago.ac.nz/summerschool
or excursions on offer.
otago.ac.nz/hayward
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Papers and timetables
Ngā akoranga me ngā wātaka
61 61 papers to
choose from
On campus and
by distance 6 Complete a full
paper in 6 weeks
Papers taught by distance Papers taught on other campuses
CHEM 150 Concepts in Chemistry (weeks 6 and 7 on LAWS 350 Lawyers, Clients and the Profession (Auckland)
campus) LAWS 352 International Tax Law and Policy (Wellington)
HIST 230/333 Special Topic: Creating Kiwi Families: Historical LAWS 449 Criminal Procedure (Auckland)
and Legal Perspectives from 1830 LAWS 471 Special Topic 2: International Trade (Wellington)
HUMS 301/401 Internship Practicum
HUNT 141 Human Nutrition
MATS 204 Treasure or Trash: Sustainability of Materials
MFCO 231 Special Topic: Journalism Now: Seeking the
Truth in a World of Disinformation and Fake
News
POLS 321 Public Policy in New Zealand
RELS 214/306 New Religious Movements
RELS 237/337 Psychology of Religion
TOUR 101 Introduction to Tourism
TOUR 102 Global Tourism
Available as Interest Only papers
ENGL 223 Fantasy and the Imagination
FORB 201 Forensic Biology
MFCO 231 Special Topic: Journalism Now: Seeking the
Truth in a World of Disinformation and Fake
News
RELS 214 New Religious Movements
RELS 237 Psychology of Religion
PHSI 170 Sun, Earth and Universe
7
BUSINESS
COMP 101 Foundations of Information Systems Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 2–2:50pm
Computer labs Tue, Thu: 3–5pm
COMP 111 Information and Communications Lectures Tue, Thu: 11–11:50am
Technology Computer labs Tue, Thu: 1–3pm
FINC 204 Personal Finance Lectures Tue: 2–4pm, Wed: 10am–12pm
Tutorials Thu: 10am–12pm
MART 330 Special Topic: Current Issues in To be advised
International Branding
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: 9–11am
Workshops Mon, Tue: 3–5pm
HEALTH SCIENCES
ANAT 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: 10–10:50am
Practicals Wed, Fri: 2–4pm
FORB 201 Forensic Biology Lectures Tue: 1–2:50pm, Wed, Fri: 1–1:50pm
Tutorials Thu 21 Jan, 4 Feb, 11 Feb, 18 Feb: 9–9:50am
OR 10–10:50am OR 11–11:50am OR 1–1:50pm OR
2–2:50pm
Thu 28 Jan: 9–9:50am OR 10–10:50am OR 11–11:50am
or 12 –12:50pm
SCIENCES
CHEM 150 Concepts in Chemistry* Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 9–9:50am and 1–1:50pm
(weeks 6–7)
Practicals Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 10am–12pm and 2–4pm
(weeks 6–7)
CHEM 191 The Chemical Basis of Biology and Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 10am–12pm
Human Health (Thu 28 Jan: 10am–1pm)
Tutorials Mon, Wed: 2–2:50pm OR 3–3:50pm
Terms test Fri 29 Jan: 10am–12pm
COMP 160 General Programming Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 11–11:50am
Computer labs Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 9–11am OR 12–2pm (from
Tue 12 Jan)
Terms test Mon 1 Feb: 10am–1pm
COSC 326 Effective Programming 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: 1–1:50pm
Tutorials Tue, Thu: 2–2:50pm
Computer labs Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 3–5pm
HUNT 141 Understanding Nutrition Distance course run through Blackboard
MATH 151 General Mathematics Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 10am–12pm
Tutorials Wed, Thu: 1–3pm
MATH 160 Mathematics 1 Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 10–10:50am and 2–2:50pm
Tutorials Mon, Thu: 11–11:50am (from Thu 14 Jan)
MATS 204 Treasure or Trash: Sustainability of Distance course run through Blackboard
Materials
PHSI 170 Sun, Earth and Universe Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 1–1:50pm
Tutorials Wed: 3–3:50pm
Practicals Thu: 3–6pm
PHSI 191 Biological Physics Lectures Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 1–3pm
Terms test Wed 3 Feb: 12–3pm
STAT 110 Statistical Methods Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 10am–12pm
Terms test Thu 21 Jan, 4 Feb: 1–3pm
Tue 16 Feb: 1–3pm
Tutorials Tue, Thu: 12–12:50pm OR 1–1:50pm OR 2–2:50pm
8HUMANITIES
ENGL 127 Effective Writing Lectures Mon, Wed, Fri: 9–9:50am
Tutorials Mon, Wed, Fri: 10–10:50am OR 12–12:50pm (from Tue
12 Jan)
ENGL 223/323 Fantasy and the Imagination Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 11–11:50am
Tutorials Mon, Wed: 2–2:50pm (from Wed 13 Jan)
FREN 105 Intensive French for Beginners Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 10am–12pm
HIST 230/333 Special Topic: Creating Kiwi Families: Lectures Tue, Thu: 11am–1pm
Historical and Legal Perspectives Tutorials HIST 230: Tue: 6–6:50pm OR Wed: 2–2:50pm
from 1830* HIST 333: Tue: 5–5:50pm OR Wed: 1–1:50pm
HUMS 301/401 Internship Practicum No formal lectures
JAPA 131 Introductory Japanese 1 Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 10am–12pm (no lecture Thu
11 Feb)
LAWS 350 Lawyers, Clients and the Profession Lectures Mon 18 Jan: 5–8pm
(Auckland) Sat 23 Jan, Sat 13 Feb: 10am–4pm
LAWS 352 International Tax Law and Policy Lectures Sat 9, 16, 30 Jan: 9am–3:30pm
(Wellington) Sun 17 Jan: 9am–3:30pm
LAWS 444 Intellectual Property (Dunedin) Lectures Tue 26 Jan, 2 Feb, Wed 27 Jan, 3, 10 Feb,
Thu 28 Jan, 4, 11 Feb: 9am–12pm
LAWS 449 Criminal Procedure (Auckland) Lectures Tue 12, 19, 26 Jan, 2, 9, 16 Feb: 5–7pm
Thu 14, 21, 28 Jan, 4, 11, 18 Feb: 5–7pm
LAWS 471 Special Topic 2: International Trade Lectures Tue 12, 19, 26 Jan, 2, 9, 16 Feb: 5:30–8:30pm
(Wellington) Sat 13 and Sun 14 Feb: 9am–1:30pm
LAWS 480 Research Paper No formal lectures
LAWS 486 Special Topic 15: Not for Profit Law Lectures Mon 11 and 18 Jan, Tue 12 and 19 Jan, Wed 13 and 20
(Dunedin) Jan, Fri 15 and 22 Jan: 9am–12pm
LAWS 498 Research and Writing No formal lectures
LING 103 Language Myths Lectures Mon, Tue: 2–4pm
Tutorials Thu: 2–4pm
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 3 and 17 Feb: 4–7pm
MFCO 231 Special Topic: Journalism Now: Lectures Mon: 10am–12pm
Seeking the Truth in a World of Workshops Mon: 1–5pm OR Tue: 10am–2pm
Disinformation and Fake News*
MUSI 259 Special Topic: Practical Conducting Lectures Mon, Wed, Fri: 4–6pm
Thu 11 Feb: 4–6pm
MUSI 260 Special Topic: Pop Vocal Lectures Tue, Thu: 1–4pm
Performance and Recording
PACR 101 Pacific Realities and University Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 1–4pm
Learning Workshops Mon, Wed, Fri: 10–10:50am
PHIL 103 Ethical Issues Lectures Tue, Wed, Thu: 10am–12pm (no lecture Thu 11 Feb)
POLS 308 United States Foreign Policy Since Lectures Mon: 10am–12pm
1945 Tue, Wed: 2–4pm
POLS 321 Public Policy in New Zealand* Lectures Tue: 10–10:50am
Wed, Thu: 10am–12pm
Tutorials Fri: 10am–12pm (from Fri 22 Jan)
RELS 214/306 New Religious Movements* Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 12–12:50pm
RELS 237/337 Psychology of Religion* Lectures Tue, Thu: 9–11am
Tutorials Fri: 10–10:50am (from Fri 22 Jan)
THEA 354 Creating Theatre Lectures Mon, Wed: 10am–1pm
Fri: 10am–12pm (no lecture 12 Feb)
* Taught on campus and by distance.
Waitangi Day is observed on Monday 8 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
9Paper prescriptions
Tohutohu akoranga
ANAT 131 Origins of Anatomical Language 112, CELS 191, HUBS 191, HUBS 192 and 36 further points; or
Anatomy (18 points) 108 points
An introduction to the study of anatomy throughout history and Restrictions
how anatomical terminology used to this day has roots in classical None
languages such as Greek and Latin.
Lectures Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 10–10:50am
In the fields of anatomy and the medical sciences, there are Practicals Wed, Fri: 2–4pm
countless examples of words, phrases and terminologies that have
Lecturers
interesting roots and origins derived from the classical languages.
To be advised
This paper uses a blended learning approach to studying the
meaning of words that we use to describe the structures and Course co-ordinator
functions of the organs and systems of our body. Associate Professor Sian Halcrow
Prerequisites Prescribed textbook
None White, T and Folkens, P (2005). The Human Bone Manual.
Amsterdam: Academic Press.
Restrictions
None Assessment
Enrolments for this paper require departmental permission. Internal assessment 40%
Final examination (2 hours) 60%
Lectures Mon, Wed: 11–11:50am
Practicals Tue, Thu: 2–4pm
Lecturers
Dr Brad Hurren, Dr Rebecca Bird, Dr Gwynaeth McIntyre, CHEM 150 Concepts in Chemistry
Dr Dan Osland, Dr Sean McConnell Taught by distance*
Chemistry (18 points)
Course co-ordinator
Dr Brad Hurren, Dr Gwynaeth McIntyre This course is an introduction to the core ideas and methods
of chemistry, and is recommended for students with limited
Prescribed textbook chemistry backgrounds. Topics include stoichiometry, equilibria,
There will be no formal textbook for this paper. Students will thermochemistry, redox, acid-base chemistry, and main group and
be given access to selected peer-reviewed journal articles to organic chemistry.
supplement their learning.
The course is designed for students with limited chemistry
Assessment backgrounds, and provides students with the necessary theory and
Internal assessment 100% 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
BIOA 201 Biocultural Human Skeletal Biology science paper to be credited to it.
Anatomy (18 points)
Prerequisites
An introduction to human bioarchaeology, particularly None
evolutionary and comparative anatomy of the human body, what
makes it unique among other primates and why it varies among Restrictions
populations. The course includes aspects of forensic anthropology. (i) Students who have achieved 14 credits of NCEA Level 2
chemistry or more, or any credits of NCEA Level 3 chemistry
What makes humans unique to all other primates, and how did (or their equivalents) will need head of department approval
we come to be that way? How can we explain the variation in to enrol in the course.
morphology among human populations? How can we use aspects (ii) CHEM 150 cannot be credited to a degree if CHEM 191 or
of the skeleton of past peoples to look at their life history? This CHEM 111 has been passed previously.
course explores these questions by providing an introduction to the (iii) No other Summer School paper may be taken concurrently with
study of biological anthropology of the human skeleton. The course CHEM 150.
primarily focuses on the evolution, structure and function of the
human skeletal system, with an introduction to bioarchaeological Time commitment
and forensic methods. *The first four weeks will be taught and assessed entirely
online (using Blackboard, the University of Otago’s Learning
Prerequisites Management System), with the last two weeks taught on campus.
One of ARCH 101, ANTH 103, ANTH 106, BIOA 101, BIOL
10Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 9–9:50am COMP 101 Foundations of Information Systems
and 1–1:50pm (weeks 6–7). Information Science (18 points)
Practicals Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 10am–12pm and
2–4pm (weeks 6–7). This paper provides an introduction to the methods and
technologies used to build the information systems that run our
Lecturer and co-ordinator modern world. Together with COMP 160, it forms the basis
Dr David McMorran of the major computing degrees at Otago (Computer Science,
Information Science and Software Engineering).
Prescribed textbook
To be advised In COMP 101, you will learn how data is encoded for computer
processing, the basics of algorithms and how machines execute
Assessment
algorithms to process data. In addition, you will learn the
Online assignments (4 × 2 hours, one per week) 40%
fundamental concepts of storing and managing data using
Laboratory exit tests (1 per laboratory) 20%
relational databases, and how to manipulate these databases using
Final examination (2 hours) 40%
query language. Finally, you will examine contemporary issues in
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and discuss
how the use of ICT impacts on our daily lives.
CHEM 191 The Chemical Basis of Biology and Human Health While COMP 101 is targeted directly at students intending to
Chemistry (18 points) complete a computing degree at Otago, it should be of interest
This course is an introduction to the concepts of chemistry that to any students wanting to gain a stronger understanding of how
underlie important processes in biology and human health, including information is stored and manipulated in computer-based systems.
energetics, kinetics, equilibria and solubility, properties of water and Prerequisites
solutions, acids, bases, complexation and electron transfer, hydrolysis, None
reactions of organic molecules, amino acids and proteins.
Restrictions
This paper is intended for students who were enrolled in CHEM BSNS 106
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 Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 2–2:50pm
to semester 1 CHEM 191 but with additional compulsory tutorial Computer labs Tue, Thu: 3–5pm
work. There is no laboratory component to CHEM 191 at Summer Lecturers
School. Chris Edwards, Gary Burrows, Mark George
Restrictions Course co-ordinator
CHEM 112 Dr Grant Dick
Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 10am–12pm Prescribed textbook
(Thu 28 Jan: 10am–1pm) None
Tutorials Mon, Wed: 2–2:50pm OR 3–3:50pm
Terms test Fri 29 Jan: 10am–12pm Assessment
In-class tests (2 × 5% and 1 × 10%) 20%
Lecturers Assignments (2 × 10%) 20%
Dr Dave Warren, Dr Christina McGraw Final examination 60%
Course co-ordinator
Dr Dave Warren
Recommended textbook
Brown, LeMay, Bursten, Murphy, Woodward, Langford, Sagatys
and George (2014). Chemistry: The Central Science (Third edition).
Pearson.
Assessment
CHEM 191 laboratory grade carried over from first semester 10%
Terms test (multi-choice questions – 1 hour) 20%
Final examination (3 hours) 70%
11COMP 111 Information and Communications Technology Assessment
Information Science (18 points) Mid-school test 15%
Laboratory-based exercises 25%
COMP 111 aims to enhance the capacity of students to benefit Final examination (2 hours) 60%
from information and communication technologies now and in the
future. As a student of this paper, you will explore the foundations Students must pass the final examination in order to pass the paper.
and applications of Information and Communication Technology.
You will examine its current and future impact on individuals,
organisations and society. You will apply widely used software
applications to perform real-world business activities. COSC 326 Effective Programming
Computer Science (18 points)
Prerequisites
None This paper aims to improve and develop programming skills by
setting a series of exercises that require an analytical and creative
Restrictions approach to problem solving. Most – but not all – of these exercises
None will involve programming tasks. Some will not use computers at all;
some will use them only for ancillary tasks. Each solution will be
Lectures Tue, Thu: 11–11:50am
assessed against the requirements, and students will be expected to
Computer labs Tue, Thu: 1–3pm
go back and rework each problem until it is completed satisfactorily.
Lecturer Students will be required to test and debug their programmes fully
Mr Gary Burrows as well as learn to identify inefficiencies.
Course co-ordinator The main objectives of this course are to develop and foster general
Dr Sander Zwanenburg skills concerned with computer-related techniques, understanding a
problem, problem-solving strategies and working with people. Most
Prescribed textbook
of the exercises will require working in pairs or in teams, although
Evans, Martin and Poatsy (2019). Technolog y in Action Complete (14th
some exercises are individual.
edition). Pearson.
Prerequisites
Assessment
COSC 242
Blackboard tests 20%
Practical test 30% Restrictions
Final examination (2 hours) 50% None
Computer labs Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 9–11am
Seminars Tue, Fri: 11–11:50am
COMP 160 General Programming This paper involves a considerable commitment of time and energy.
Computer Science (18 points) Students are therefore discouraged from enrolling in a second
An introduction to the art and craft of computer programming and paper.
object-oriented design using Java. A first look at building graphical Lecturer and course co-ordinator
applications. Professor Michael Albert
If you’re serious about computing, then COMP 160 is the key Prescribed textbook
paper for you. It forms a base from which you can learn other None
programming languages and techniques.
Assessment
COMP 160 is a prerequisite for all second-year papers in Computer There are 15 assignments, called etudes, all of which must be
Science. While it is suitable for students enrolled for any degree, it is successfully completed to pass the course.
particularly designed for students taking a BSc, BA or BCom.
Prerequisites
None
COSC 360 Computer Game Design
Restrictions Computer Science (18 points)
COMP 103
This course takes a practical, hands-on approach to making games.
Recommended preparation We will design, prototype, implement, polish and complete games
COMP 150 over the six-week course. How do we implement a game in a set
Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 11–11:50am time frame? How do we ensure its quality? What sets successful
Computer labs Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 9–11am OR developers apart from everyone else with a good idea? Topics will
12–2pm (from Tues 12 Jan) include, but are not limited to: programming, project management,
Terms test Monday 1 February: 10am–1pm game design, visual design and case studies from the industry.
Lecturer and course co-ordinator This course is designed to introduce students to the multi-
Professor Anthony Robins disciplinary nature of computer game design, with the emphasis on
technical skills and group work.
Prescribed textbook
Lewis, J, DePasquale, P and Chase, J (2015). Java Foundations Prerequisites
(Otago edition). Pearson. (It is essential to have ready access to the COSC 242 or COSC 202
textbook.)
12Please note: students wishing to take this course will need to have a Assessment
strong background in computer programming. If you are interested Summary test 10%
in taking this paper it is important to contact the course advisers for Prose revision test 10%
Computer Science as early as possible. Essay 10%
Restrictions Reading journal 40%
None Final examination (2 hours) 30%
Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 1–1:50pm
Tutorials Tue, Thu: 2–2:50pm
Computer labs Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 3–5pm ENGL 223/323 Fantasy and the Imagination
English and Linguistics (18 points)
Lecturer and course co-ordinator
Dr Lech Szymanski Fantasy seems to have become the pop – or even “pulp” – literary
genre of the 21st century, almost sidelining modernist realism. Its
Recommended textbook
ascendency or resurgence has drawn attention to the fact that, in
Schell, J (2014). The Art of Game Design. Morgan Kaufman.
the tradition of European and English-language literature, it is
Assessment realism that is the anomaly. By way of background to the multi-
Note that the internal assessments may change. volume “world-building” adult fantasies, this paper will examine
texts illustrating the literary uses of fantasy, chronologically from
Labs 7%
the most ancient text in English, Beowulf, to the great children’s
First game 11%
publishing phenomenon for the present day, Harry Potter.
Game design 11%
Game prototyping 11% The texts selected do not so much represent hardcore “genre” fantasy,
Final presentation 6% but fantasy as it manifested in mainstream literature at the time.
Final game 34%
Prerequisites
Final examination (2 hours) 20%
ENGL 223: One 100-level ENGL paper (excluding ENGL 126) or
36 points
ENGL 323: 18 200-level ENGL points
ENGL 127 Effective Writing Restrictions
English and Linguistics (18 points) ENGL 223: ENGL 323
Clear, powerful communication is a prerequisite of success in the ENGL 323: ENGL 223
academic or business world. More than ever in the internet age, ENGL 223 is open for Interest Only enrolment with head of
communication takes place in a written form with speech, gesture, programme permission.
expression or body language providing fewer clues to meaning.
ENGL 127 will introduce you to – or refresh your memory of – Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 11–11:50am
key concepts in effective writing. We will study practical aspects Tutorials Mon, Wed: 2–2:50pm (from Wed 13 Jan)
of grammar, punctuation, style and mechanics at the level of Lecturers
the sentence, paragraph, essay and beyond. We will emphasise Nicola Cummins, Dr Paul Tankard
practical work and teach you skills that you can transfer to your
own academic or professional writing projects. This paper builds on Prescribed textbooks
the skills taught in ENGL 128, but may be taken separately. J K Rowling, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (1997) and Harry
Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2000). Any editions.
Prerequisites
None Charles Perrault, The Complete Fairy Tales (1697), illus. Gustave
Dore, trans. Christopher Betts. Oxford World’s Classics.
Recommendation
Students for whom English is a second language should have George MacDonald, At the Back of the North Wind, illus. Arthur
attained an overall score of 7.0 in IELTS academic band or the Hughes (1871). Everyman’s Library Children’s Classics.
equivalent. Ursula Le Guin, Earthsea: The First Four Books. Puffin Books. There
Restrictions were eventually six Earthsea novels, but the first three, A Wizard
None of Earthsea, The Tombs of Atuan, and The Farthest Shore, are a self-
contained trilogy (and all are short).
Lectures Mon, Wed, Fri: 9–9:50am
Tutorials Mon, Wed, Fri: 10–10:50am OR 12–12:50pm Beowulf, trans. Michael Alexander. Penguin Classics.
(from Tue 12 January) Sir Orfeo, trans. Supplied.
Lecturers J R R Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings (Three volumes) (1954–55) Allen
Nicola Cummins, Dr Shef Rogers, Dr Michael Cop & Unwin single-volume paperback preferred. Not a trilogy, but one
Course co-ordinator long novel, to be read in its entirety. Recommended, on account of
Nicola Cummins its length, that you read this first.
Prescribed textbook Assessment
Williams, J M and Joseph Bizup (2014). Style: Lessons in Clarity and Concepts and reading test 20%
Grace (International edition). Pearson. 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%
13FINC 204 Personal Finance Lectures Tue: 1–2:50pm, Wed, Fri: 1–1:50pm
Accountancy and Finance (18 points) Tutorials Thu 21 Jan, 4 Feb, 11 Feb, 18 Feb: 9–9:50am
OR 10–10:50am OR 11–11:50am OR
Principles and techniques for handling personal financial decisions. 1–1:50pm OR 2–2:50pm
This course will equip you with specialised knowledge across diverse Thu 28 Jan: 9–9:50am OR 10–10:50am OR
areas including investments, risk management, taxation, estate 11–11:50am or 12 –12:50pm
planning, social security and retirement planning.
This paper aims to provide students with the ability to plan, analyse Lecturers
and evaluate different methods of personal financial decision To be advised
making. The course commences from the roots of financial planning Course co-ordinators
– the “life cycle” theory of consumption and savings. We will delve Dr Angela Clark, Professor Richard Cannon
into the matter of income and expenditure over a lifetime and learn
how to construct a comprehensive personal financial plan. Recommended reading
Jackson and Jackson (2017). Forensic Science (Fourth edition). Harlow:
While building up a financial plan we will incorporate several Pearson Education Limited.
important blocks such as taxes, use and cost of credit, insurance,
savings and investments considerations, and superannuation. Assessment
Test 20%
Prerequisites Assignment 30%
108 points Final examination (2 hours) 50%
Restrictions
None
Lectures Tue: 2–4pm, Wed: 10am–12pm FREN 105 Intensive French for Beginners
Tutorials Thu: 10am–12pm Languages and Cultures (18 points)
Lecturer and course co-ordinator Do you want to learn another language and be able to travel with
Sebastian Gehricke confidence in more than 30 countries, or add a new skill to your
Prescribed textbook degree? This intensive course engages students in learning the basic
None vocabulary and structures of French. The teaching methodology
is student-centred with the lecturer acting as facilitator and the
Assessment ultimate goal of this paper is to make the students independent
Classroom contribution 5% users of French.
In-class quizzes x 3 (15% each) 45%
Group case written report 20% In FREN 105, you will gain skills (in listening, speaking, reading
Group case presentation 30% and writing) for communicating in French about your life, your
friends and family, your studies and your leisure-time activities.
You will also be introduced to French and other francophone
cultures.
FORB 201 Forensic Biology Prerequisites
Sir John Walsh Research Institute, Faculty of Dentistry (18 points) None
Increasingly, forensic investigations have come to rest on the Restrictions
techniques of forensic biology to provide vital evidence in FREN 101, 131, 132 or any more advanced French language paper.
homicides, violent crimes, disaster identification and even minor Suitable for students with little or no prior knowledge of French.
crimes. This course is designed as an introduction for the student
who is interested in analysing biological evidence as it relates Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 10am–12pm
to legal and other investigations, or collecting and processing Lecturer and course co-ordinator
evidence at a crime scene or in a laboratory. Students will have Dr Christiane Leurquin
an unequalled opportunity to interact with a range of national
and international forensic experts, providing a sense of reality and Prescribed textbook
authority that is unique. Amon, Muyskens and Omaggio Hadley, eds. Vis-à-Vis. McGraw
Hill (online, or printed versions).
The course provides a strong basis in modern forensic biology
techniques. The multidisciplinary nature of forensics depends on Assessment
the integration of scientific skills within a forensic context, and Oral test 10%
hence the course includes a wide spectrum of topics. In-class tests 50%
Final examination (2 hours) 40%
Prerequisites
Any 54 points
Restrictions
None
Open for Interest Only enrolment with head of department
permission.
14HIST 230/333 Special Topic: Creating Kiwi Families: Historical and Prerequisites
Legal Perspectives from 1830 None
Taught on campus and by distance Restrictions
History (18 points) HUMS 301: EDCR 360, SOCI 306, SOWK 392
HUMS 401: EDCR 360, SOWK 392, SOWK 492
This paper examines the extraordinary transformation in family
forms in New Zealand, from 1830 to today. It asks how and why Please note: there is no automatic right of entry; all applicants
these changes occurred and considers the role of the law and must be approved by their home programme and the Pro-Vice-
medicine in shaping these transformations. Topics considered Chancellor’s (Humanities) representative.
include shifts from “natural” reproduction to medically-assisted
Time commitment
reproduction and fertility regulation, childlessness and adoption,
There are no formal lectures for this paper. Regular meetings
debates over “ideal” parents and shifting means of promoting,
should be held with the departmental supervisor. Students need
managing, or constraining parenthood. We ask how the law has
to attend two class meetings and an end of placement symposium.
shaped the social history of the family in New Zealand, ranging
Students are expected to spend approximately eight hours per week
from the dominant Pākehā nuclear family model to single, parent-
for 13 weeks at their placement organisation.
led and same-sex families in the 21st century.
Lecturer and course co-ordinator
Prerequisites
Each student is allocated a programme supervisor.
HIST 230: One 100-level HIST paper or 108 points
HIST 333: 18 200-level HIST points Course co-ordinator
Associate Professor Simone Marshall
Restrictions
HIST 230: HIST 333 Prescribed textbook
HIST 333: HIST 230 None
Lectures Tue, Thu: 11am–1pm Assessment
Tutorials HIST 230: Tue: 6–6:50pm OR Wed: 2–2:50pm Reflective field notes 25%
HIST 333: Tue: 5–5:50pm OR Wed: 1–1:50pm Report or portfolio 60%
Symposium presentation 15%
Lecturer
Dr Violeta Gilabert
Prescribed textbook
None HUNT 141 Understanding Nutrition
Taught by distance
Assessment Human Nutrition (18 points)
HIST 230
Assignments (2 × 700 words) 20% HUNT 141 examines the role that food and nutrition plays in the
Essay (2,000 words) 30% health and well-being of individuals and populations. This paper
Final examination (2 hours) 50% has a strong practical component that allows the student to explore
and assess their own dietary and nutrient requirements. It provides
HIST 333 an overview of several areas of nutrition and will be relevant to
Assignments (2 x 700 words) 20% those studying and working in nutrition and dietetics, medicine,
Essay (2,500 words) 30% dentistry, physiotherapy, pharmacy, public health, food science,
Oral presentation 10% and sports and exercise nutrition.
Final examination (2 hours) 40%
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
HUMS 301/401 Internship Practicum our food look like? How does our culture influence what we eat?
Taught by distance
Humanities (18/20 points) Prerequisite
None
Relevant work experience undertaken in an approved workplace,
enabling the application of skills acquired in an academic environment. Restrictions
HUNT 233
Students across the Division of Humanities now have the opportunity
to make connections with employers and gain valuable workplace Time commitment
experience through internships. Completing an internship can All course information will be available on Blackboard. Two hours
enhance students' employability on completion of their qualification. of lectures per week and a two-hour practical per week.
Students interested in an internship should approach their home Recommended textbook
department to discuss their project and to confirm an appropriate Whitney E, Rolfes S R, Crowe T, Cameron-Smith D, Walsh A
departmental supervisor. (2017). Understanding Human Nutrition (Third edition). Cengage
Learning Australia.
The internship involves:
• a substantive practicum in a relevant workplace situation
• written work about the project
• supervision by the Humanities internship practicum co-ordinator
and the student’s department.
15JAPA 131 Introductory Japanese 1 Lecturer
Languages and Cultures (18 points) Dr Bridgette Toy-Cronin, University of Otago
An introductory course in reading, writing, speaking and listening Prescribed textbook
in Japanese for students with no previous knowledge of the None
language. The paper takes an integrated approach to the skills of
Assessment
language acquisition and includes basic material on the cultural
Participation 10%
heritage of the Japanese people.
Research assignment (compulsory) 20%
Now is the time for you to learn Japanese language and culture. Final examination 70%
The 2021 Tokyo Olympics, the World Masters Games and
the Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025 are predicted to expand job
opportunities for Japanese learners and Japan experts. In this
course, you will learn how to develop four language skills LAWS 352 International Tax Law and Policy
(speaking, listening, reading and writing) through lots of engaging Taught in Wellington
communicative activities in a relaxed environment. Faculty of Law (15 points)
Students are strongly recommended to pre-study hiragana (one of Selected issues in international tax law and policy.
the Japanese writing systems), using the following sites: Prerequisites
guidetojapanese.org/learn/grammar/hiragana LAWS 201, LAWS 202, LAWS 203, LAWS 204, LAWS 416
gyford.com/japanese
csus.edu/indiv/s/sheaa/projects/genki/hiragana-timer.html Restrictions
None
Prerequisites
None Lectures Sat 9, 16, 30 Jan: 9am–3:30pm
Sun 17 Jan: 9am–3:30pm
Restrictions
JAPA 103 or JAPA 132 or any other more advanced Japanese Lecturers
language papers. Brendan Brown, Partner, Russell McVeagh
Casey Plunket, Special Policy Advisor, Inland Revenue
Note: This paper is for beginners only and is not available to Department
students who have passed NCEA Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in
Japanese. Prescribed textbook
Course materials provided.
Suitable for students specialising in any discipline.
Assessment
Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 10am–12pm In-class presentation 10% or 20%
(no lecture Thu 11 Feb) Research assignment 30%
Lecturer and course co-ordinator Final examination 60% or 80%
Haruko Stuart
Prescribed textbook
GENKI (I) The Japan Times (chapters 1–7 will be covered). Textbook LAWS 444 Intellectual Property
and workbook (both available at the University Book Shop). Taught in Dunedin
Faculty of Law (15 points)
Assessment
Oral 10% The law protecting ownership and related rights in the expression
Tests 40% and use of ideas, including copyright, patents, registered designs,
Final examination (2 hours) 50% trademarks, rights to confidential information, and actions for
“passing off”.
Prerequisites
LAWS 350 Lawyers, Clients and the Profession LAWS 202 and LAWS 203 and 36 further LAWS points
Taught in Auckland Restrictions
Faculty of Law (15 points) None
Form a broad perspective on the role of the lawyer, lawyering as Lectures Tue 26 Jan, 2 Feb, Wed 27 Jan, 3, 10 Feb, Thu
a profession, lawyering skills and lawyers’ relationships to clients. 28 Jan, 4, 11 Feb: 9am–12pm
Consider the future of legal services.
Lecturer
Prerequisites Emeritus Professor Michael Pendleton, Murdoch University
LAWS 201, LAWS 202, LAWS 203, LAWS 204
Prescribed textbook
Restrictions None
May not be credited together with LAWS 475 passed in 2018, 2019
and 2020. Assessment
Research assignment 30%
Lectures Mon 18 Jan: 5–8pm Final examination 70% or 100%
Sat 23 Jan, Sat 13 Feb: 10am–4pm
12 hours of online teaching
16LAWS 449 Criminal Procedure Admission subject to approval from the Dean of Law.
Taught in Auckland
Lecturer
Faculty of Law (15 points)
Students are required to find an appropriate supervisor.
The law and policy of criminal procedure in New Zealand, and an
Prescribed textbook
introduction to the application of criminal procedure processes to
For individual research papers, students use the resources of the
practical problems.
Law Library.
Prerequisites
LAWS 201, LAWS 202, LAWS 203, LAWS 204, LAWS 414
Restrictions LAWS 486 Special Topic 15: Not For Profit Law
None Taught in Dunedin
Lectures Tue 12, 19, 26 Jan, 2, 9, 16 Feb: 5–7pm Faculty of Law (15 points)
Thu 14, 21, 28 Jan, 4, 11, 18 Feb: 5–7pm This course considers theoretical and practical aspects of not-for-
profit law, using a national and international perspective.
Lecturer
Jo Murdoch, Special Counsel, Meredith Connell Prerequisites
LAWS 201, LAWS 202, LAWS 203, LAWS 204
Prescribed textbook
Course materials provided. Restrictions
None
Assessment
Research assignment 20% Lectures Mon 11 and 18 Jan, Tue 12 and 19 Jan, Wed
Final examination 80% or 100% 13 and 20 Jan, Fri 15 and 22 Jan: 9am–12pm
Lecturer
Professor Matthew Harding, Faculty of Law, University of
Melbourne
LAWS 471 Special Topic 2: International Trade
Taught in Wellington Prescribed textbook
Faculty of Law (15 points) Course materials provided.
This course introduces students to the multilateral legal rules Assessment
governing international trade with particular focus on the World Research assignment 30%
Trade Organisation. There will also be a focus on recent challenges Final examination 70% or 100%
to the multilateral system arising out of events including the US-
China trade war and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Prerequisites LAWS 498 Research and Writing
LAWS 201, LAWS 202, LAWS 203, LAWS 204 Taught in Dunedin
Restrictions Faculty of Law
None A programme of research and writing undertaken in conjunction
Lectures Tue 12, 19, 26 Jan, 2, 9, 16 Feb: 5:30–8:30pm with other 300- and 400-level LAWS papers, to be completed in
Sat 13 and Sun 14 Feb: 9am–1:30pm compliance with conditions prescribed by the Dean of Law.
Lecturer Research and communication skills are a key part of the Otago
Dr Tracey Epps, Trade Law Consultant, Chapman Tripp graduate profile. They are essential skills for any law graduate.
LAWS 498 Research and Writing requires the submission of five
Prescribed textbook pieces of research written in conjunction with 300- and 400-level
Course materials provided. Law papers taken across the degree.
Assessment LAWS 498 enrolment indicates the student is completing the five
Research assignment 30% pieces of research and writing required within the Bachelor of Laws
Final examination 70% or 100% and Bachelor of Laws with Honours.
Prerequisites
None
LAWS 480 Research Paper Restrictions
Taught in Dunedin
None
Faculty of Law (15 points)
Lecturer
Writing of a research paper, under supervision.
Faculty of Law academic staff support this programme across the
Prerequisites LLB and LLB(Hons) degrees.
None
Prescribed textbook
Restrictions The Law Faculty provides all course materials required.
None
17LING 103 Language Myths MART 330 Special Topic: Current Issues in International Branding
English and Linguistics (18 points) Marketing (18 points)
Examination of popular myths from a linguistics perspective. The paper provides an understanding of the strategies that brands
Includes topics such as the origins and nature of language, attitudes use to position themselves in relation to international markets in the
toward languages and language policies. context of global business. It considers the socio-political contexts
of markets and the cultural influences that affect strategic branding
This paper introduces linguistics by critically examining popular
decisions.
misconceptions or “myths” about language. The paper is divided
into three sections or themes. The section on the origins and Prerequisites
nature of language considers myths such as whether animals have 54 200-level points
languages, if we can teach animals language and if language and
Restrictions
thought are the same thing. The section on language attitudes
None
examines whether men and women use language differently, why
non-native speakers still make mistakes and have accents even if Lecturer
they’ve been using the language a long time and whether some Jerry Clode
languages/accents are “better” than others. The final section
Course co-ordinator
focuses on language policies, in particular whether non-native
Associate Professor Robert Aitken
teachers in the classroom are less effective.
Prescribed textbooks
Prerequisites
All teaching materials will be provided.
None
Assessment
Restrictions
Essay 30%
None
Brand localisation – PowerPoint presentation 30%
Lectures Mon, Tue: 2–4pm Final exam 40%
Tutorials Thu: 2–4pm
Lecturer
Dr Carrie Ankerstein MATH 151 General Mathematics
Prescribed textbook Mathematics and Statistics (18 points)
Texts available on Blackboard. This course on mathematical methods, including calculus and
Assessment algebraic technique, is suitable for students who wish to take at least
Class participation 10% a service paper in mathematical methods and do not yet have a
Optional assignment 30% background in mathematics sufficiently strong to join MATH 160.
Final examination 60% or 90% Emphasis is placed on understanding via examples, and the methods
taught are used to study a variety of practical problems. In the process,
students’ manipulation skills in algebra and calculus will improve.
MAOR 110 Introduction to Conversational Māori Prerequisites
Te Tumu (18 points ) None
This paper assumes no prior knowledge of the Māori language Restrictions
and gives an introduction to the Māori language with emphasis FINC 102, FINQ 102, QUAN 102
on pronunciation, greetings and forms of language in particular Admission is subject to approval by the Head of Department.
cultural contexts. The paper is suitable for those with at least NCEA Level 2
Prerequisites Mathematics but who do not have sufficient achievement at NCEA
None Level 3 Mathematics (or equivalent). MATH 151 can be used as a
preparation for MATH 160.
Restrictions
MAOR 111 or MAOR 112 or any other more advanced Māori Lectures Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 10am–12pm
language paper. Tutorials Wed, Thu: 1–3pm
Lectures Mon, Wed: 10am–12pm Lecturer
Tutorials Tue, Thu: 10–10:50am OR 1–1:50pm OR To be advised
2–2:50pm Course co-ordinator
Terms test Wed 3 and 17 Feb: 4–7pm To be advised
Lecturer Prescribed textbook
Craig Hall None
Prescribed textbook Assessment
Moorfield, J C (2001). Te Whanake 1: Te Kākano (Second edition). Written assignments (x 5) and computer tests (x 3) 35%
Auckland: Pearson Education. Final examination (2 hours) 65%
Assessment
Mahi kōrero (listening/oral) 40%
Mahi whakarongo (listening) 20%
Mahi tuhituhi (written) 40%
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