Badanami Centre For Indigenous EducationUniversity Study Skills (Block Mode)Western Sydney University Unit Code: 101770.1
Discipline: WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Student Contribution Band: 1
Level: 1
Credit Points: 10
Assumed Knowledge
Badanami Alternative Entry Program
Equivalent Units
900000 - University Study Skills (AREP)
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
For Bankstown students undertaking the external block delivery mode, students must be enrolled in 1598 - Bachelor of Education (Primary) - AREP mode and 1689 - Bachelor of Community and Social Development. For students on the Penrith campus, this unit is only available to those enrolled in 1690 - Diploma in Community and Social Development.
About this Unit
This unit aims to lay the foundations for academic literacy and study skills required for the successful completion of university study. It focuses on developing critical thinking and reflection skills; referencing for essay writing and assignments; oral and written communication skills; skills for reading and interpreting different texts; and computer and e-learning skills for studying at UWS. Students develop a portfolio of skills and achievements for use throughout their university study. The unit includes a general orientation to University life, familiarising students with academic language, procedures and the general requirements of progression and assessment at university level.