School Of Science And HealthProfessional Skills for Science (UWSC)Western Sydney University Unit Code: 700042.1
Discipline: OTHER NATURAL AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES
Student Contribution Band: NP
Level: 1
Credit Points: 10
Equivalent Units
300497 - Professional Skills for Science, HT104A - Plants in Society, 300270 - Professional Skills for Science and Technology
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled at UWS College.
About this Unit
This unit is designed to provide students with the academic and generic skills required for successful completion of their science-related undergraduate studies and for professional practice. Activities allow students to learn, develop and utilise various academic and interpersonal skills within the wider context of applied scientific principles in society. Activities encourage the development of self-confidence, creative thinking, problem solving, group process, communication and peer support. Academic skills include aspects of scientific reading and writing, assignment preparation, gathering scientific information, research and library skills, oral presentation, group work, taking tests and exams, effective personal and class-based learning strategies, peer assessment, and online learning.