Western Sydney University
Studying with us is all about you. Your future, your growth and your opportunities.
Western Sydney University is ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide and in the top 100 universities under 50 years old. Western has been named first in the world for our social, ecological and economic impact in the Times Higher Education (THE) 2021 University Impact Rankings and recognises our commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We are young, innovative and student-centred, offering flexibility and support for your degree and career success, while being deeply committed to fostering the next generation of thought leaders and civic-minded citizens for an uncertain future.
Digital Responsibilities
Digital technologies are reworking our social and intimate relationships. While they often allow us to communicate and interact efficiently and creatively, digital technologies are also enabling new online harms that have real consequences for many people. In this c-pod, we explore the implications of online harms for different social groups and develop ...Ethical Urbanism
Through immersive (AR/VR) technologies and field-based learning, students experience urban change and apply the principles of sustainable urban development to our changing city. Together students are asked: How can we build a future city that is open to our different desires and needs? How do our neighbourhoods articulate with wider visions of urban ...Introduction to Teaching Practice at Western
The Introduction to Teaching Practice at Western aims to orient new sessional staff to learning and teaching at Western. The interactive program includes exploring contemporary, active learning environments along with engagement strategies to enhance student learning experiences. LEARNING EFFORT: 3 hours MODE OF DELIVERY: Online LEARNING OUTCOMES: To ...Learning and Thriving in a Global Environment
Knowledge, skills and know-how in three essential areas are needed to ‘do’ business effectively in an international arena: one, globalisation; two, cross-cultural literacy; and three, country market analytics. This Curiosity Pod broadens students’ opportunities helping them take the first step in becoming fluent in the language of international business. Learning ...Living On Mars
The idea of human habitation on Mars has gained public attention due to the explosion in pop-culture, including the movie Martian. Capitalising on your interest in Mars, together we explore its formation and evolution, its climate, habitability and astrobiology, as well as the exciting discoveries made by recent and current probes of Mars. And through ...Navigating the World of Work
Delivered through a technologically advanced engaged learning platform, this pod will empower you with knowledge and strategies to navigate the competitive and ever-changing world of work. Progress through a series of self-paced learning experiences to improve your job search skills, enhance your understanding of career pathways and recruitment processes, ...Will Green Tech Save Us? (Post Growth Theory)
A green-tech approach is dominating our response to the ecological crisis. System change, not climate change! Together, we explore alternatives to “eternal economic growth”. Learning Effort: 20 hours Mode of Delivery: Online Learning Outcomes: • Can we 'Green' our Consumer Growth System? – In Module 1 students learn about the idea of 'greening' consumer ...
