JUST 0001 Academic Skills for Criminal and Community Justice (WSTC Prep)
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 700219
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Description This unit introduces students to the essential academic skills required for success in tertiary studies. It employs an explicit pedagogy approach to teach students how to become independent, active, and reflective learners. The unit also includes essential research and writing skills specific to the social sciences and criminal justice.
School Western Sydney The College
Discipline Justice and Law Enforcement, Not Elsewhere Classified.
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 0 Preparatory subject
Restrictions Students must be enrolled at Western Sydney University, The College.
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Item | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation | 5 minutes | 10 | N | Individual |
| Reference test | 1 hour | 10 | N | Individual |
| Reflective Learning Journal: Part 1 – 20% Part 2 – 20% | 1,200 words | 40 | N | Individual |
| Research Project: (a) Article analysis (week 3 or 4) – 10% (b) Concept map – 10% (c) Group presentation – 10% (d) Final submission (Reflective activity) – 10% | (a) 500 words article analysis (b) 500 words (c) 5 mins (d) 1200 words | 40 | N | Both (Individual & Group) |
Teaching Periods