LANG 0056 Advanced Communication for Social Science (WSTC Prep)
Credit Points 10
Coordinator Kylie Tyler Opens in new window
Description Communication underpins all aspects of Social Science interaction. This subject is designed for Social Science students to gain tertiary level Academic communication skills which can be transferred across subjects through student-centred active learning techniques and strategies. The subject further develops foundational skills students possess and introduces the concept and application of critical analysis. The use of authentic genres and writing techniques common in academic writing in the field of Social Science leads to the improvement of critical literacy skills related to spoken and written genres.
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
Restrictions
Must be enrolled in The College in the programs listed:
- 6023 Diploma in Social Science/Bachelor of Social Science
- 6027 Diploma in Social Science/Bachelor of Humanitarian and Development Studies
- 6047 Diploma in Social Science/Bachelor of Tourism and Event Management
- 7050 Diploma in Social Science (exit only)
- 7156 Diploma in Social Science Extended - Humanitarian and Development Studies
- 7157 Diploma in Social Science Extended - Social Science
- 7185 Diploma in Social Science Extended – Tourism and Event Management
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.
Type | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
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Literature Review | Part A: 200 words (10%); Part B: 750 words (30%) | 40 | N | Individual |
Essay | 1,000 words | 35 | N | Individual |
Presentation | 6 minutes | 25 | N | Individual |
Teaching Periods