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58126 Information Discovery and Analysis

8cp
Requisite(s): 58125 Creative Information Design
There are also course requisites for this subject. See access conditions.
Subject coordinator: Katie Blake

Students are introduced to a range of techniques that enable them to conduct sophisticated searches and analysis in digital environments. Using case-based approaches and a real-life scenario, they learn to apply these skills to a particular problem. By analysing and reflecting upon approaches to the execution of searches as well as the significance of the content of information located through these searches, students develop an understanding of information systems and an appreciation of their strengths and current limitations. To develop an understanding of potential strategic uses of information, they learn how to analyse information to create compact syntheses that suit the needs of different audiences in different contexts. In a collaborative learning environment, students also critically examine themes associated with information practices in a digital world. Students continue to contribute to their course-wide ePortfolio.


Detailed subject description.

Fee information

2009 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $866.83
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2009 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,900.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.167

Access conditions

Note: The requisite information presented in this subject description covers only academic requisites. Full details of all enforced rules, covering both academic and admission requisites, are available at Access conditions and My Student Admin.