SCI2501 Impact through science 2A
Faculty of Science
SCI2501 Impact through science 2A is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2021 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 3 units, leading on to 5 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2021
- Semester 1
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
This is the 2021 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before SCI2501
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After SCI2501
3 units list SCI2501 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Overview
The Impact through science level two units provide an action-learning exploration of the business and social entrepreneurship cycle from concept through to pitching the idea to a panel of experts. The entrepreneurial mindset is developed through a strong focus on group work, critical thinking, persuasive communication and leadership development. Throughout these units, insights into entrepreneurship will be gained by using case study analysis and prominent guest speakers who are thought leaders, entrepreneurs and industry executives.
During the Impact through science 2A unit, you will explore the fundamentals of entrepreneurship by focusing on identifying and creating opportunity for new venture, examining business models and financing these ventures. You will examine the tools used to identify venture opportunities by understanding customer needs, competition and conducting industry and market analysis. You will develop your understanding of financing the entrepreneurial business by exploring strategies for funding their enterprises and attracting investment.
Offerings in 2021
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Assessment task 1: Entrepreneurship and intrepreneurship project (group and individual)Project40%
- Assessment task 2: Biology to design jam video presentations and report (group)Report30%
- Assessment task 3: End of year reflective piece (individual)30%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Use a range of tools to identify and evaluate entrepreneurial venture opportunities;
- 2
Differentiate between entrepreneurial business types;
- 3
Articulate strategies for establishing entrepreneurial businesses;
- 4
Evaluate appropriate financing opportunities for entrepreneurial ventures;
- 5
Demonstrate teamwork capacity and knowledge of leadership by using a case-study approach to examine the entrepreneurial life cycle.
Workload and teaching
- Workshops36 hours
- Teaching approachRole play
- Teaching approachActive learning
- Teaching approachEnquiry-based learning
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
One 3-hour workshop per week.
You should note that you are required to undertake one internship before the start of your level three units.
Learning resources
Required resources
You will need a laptop and internet connection, both in and out of interactive sessions time.
Online resources: You should regularly consult the SCI2501 ‘Global Challenges - 2016’ Moodle site for other information and any extra interactive session materials or assignment handouts that may be available. Within the webpage, there is information on policies and any general resources that you may need. You should access all your unit web pages through your ‘Monash Portal’ http://my.monash.edu.au/ <http://my.monash.edu.au/> .
Technology resources
Laptops for in class activities
Moodle will be used throughout semester for testing, announcements, and discussions. You are expected to check the Moodle website and your university email account regularly. Not checking your account is not an excuse for late submission of material, or missing assessment tasks.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Associate Professor Djuke Veldhuis
- Chief Examiners
- Associate Professor Djuke Veldhuis
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for SCI2501?
SCI2501 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after SCI2501?
SCI2501 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 3 units, including SCI2502, SCI3501 and SCI3502. Those lead on to 5 units in all.
When is SCI2501 offered?
In 2021, SCI2501 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.
Does SCI2501 have an exam?
No. SCI2501 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.