LANG 0033 English for Tertiary Study 2 (WSTC)
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 900103
Coordinator Richard Robinson Opens in new window
Description This unit is designed to expand upon and extend the academic literacy skills acquired in English for Tertiary Study 1. The unit will assist students to critically read and analyse a variety of texts, and to develop their research and writing skills to produce complex texts. There is a particular focus in this unit on critique and analysis in the process of understanding and producing academic texts.
School Western Sydney The College
Discipline English Language
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 1 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 0 Preparatory subject
Pre-requisite(s) LANG 0031
Equivalent Subjects LANG 0007 - Academic English 2 (UWSC) LANG 0040 - Introduction to Academic Communication 2 (UWSC) LANG 0002 - Academic Communication 2 (UWSCFS) LANG 0002 - Academic Communication 2 (UWSCFS) LANG 0032 - English for Tertiary Study 2 (UWSCFS) LANG 0039 - Introduction to Academic Communication 2 (UWSCFS)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-class critical analysis of text exercise | 1, 2 | 20 | N | Individual |
| Essay Plan (including short annotated bibliography) | 1, 2, 3 | 15 | N | Individual |
| Analytical-Persuasive essay (mandatory assessment) | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 | 35 | N | Individual |
| Final exam (mandatory assessment) | 1, 2, 4, 5 | 30 | N | Individual |
Teaching Periods