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Australasian Housing Systems

Unit Code: HAS485

Duration

Contact Hours

Campus

Prerequisite

Corequisite

1 Semester

3 Hours per Week

Off-Campus

Nil

Credit Points: 12.5 Credit Points

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Related Course/s:

 
(Formerly a unit in the Graduate Certificate of Social Science (Housing Management Policy program.)


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Aims & Objectives:

Aims:
This unit introduces students to the major defining characteristics of housing systems in Australia and New Zealand within a framework of production, consumption, management and exchange.
 
Learning Objectives:
After successfully completing this unit, students should be able to:
1. Demonstrate an ability to use conceptual tools for problem-solving and analysing housing policy issues
2. Examine and describe the basic elements of Australian and New Zealand housing systems
3. Identify and evaluate contemporary housing policies and programs in Australia and New Zealand and their impacts
4. Demonstrate an ability to engage in meaningful analysis and discussion of contemporary housing problems
5. Demonstrate an ability to research and write a ministerial briefing on contemporary housing challenges


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Teaching Methods:

The unit will be taught using a distance education approach, with modules available to students via the Blackboard system. Learning materials and resources are included in each of the modules. Regular face-to-face tutorials and learning opportunities are provided. Students also communicate regularly with tutors by email, Blackboard communication and by telephone.


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Assessment:

Assessment for this unit will comprise:
  • Four short essays (1,200 words each) (equally weighted, overall 100%).


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Generic Skills Outcomes:

 Graduates:

  • Operate effectively and ethically
  • Are adaptable and manage change
  • Are aware of environments.


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Content:

Week 1 Housing Systems: Key Concepts and Principles
Week 2 Housing Systems: The Framework of Analysis, Part 1
Week 3 Housing Systems: The Framework of Analysis, Part 2
Week 4 The Social Context of Housing
Week 5 Housing Consumers and Consumption
Week 6 Housing Type and Tenure
Week 7 Financing Private Housing
Week 8 The Private Rental Sector and Residential Tenancy Law
Week 9 The Land Development and House Building Industries
Week 10 Organisational Structures
Week 11 Housing and Local Government
Week 12 Regulation, Redevelopment and Reform

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References:

Texts and References:
Swinburne Housing Management and Policy readings on CD
Current housing and social policy journal readings as directed


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