GEDU 0007 Tertiary Study Skills in Design (WSTC Prep)

Credit Points 0

Legacy Code 700177

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School Western Sydney The College

Discipline Learning Skills Programs

Student Contribution Band

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Level Undergraduate Level 0 Preparatory subject

Restrictions

Students must be enrolled at Western Sydney University, The College.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  1. Demonstrate skills and knowledge about the theory and practise of what constitutes an successful independent reflective learner in tertiary education
  2. Access and explore tertiary education and to make informed choices about the future direction of their education
  3. Communicate ideas and information in a style appropriate to an academic setting
  4. Use improved interpersonal skills to become effective group members and develop a peer support network
  5. Locate and use appropriate educational technologies

Subject Content

1. Online etiquette in an educational environment
2. Variety of tertiary learning strategies
3. WSTC Policies and Procedures
4. Higher education culture
5. Time management, managing conflicting priorities
6. Strategies for studying in your course
7. Factors influencing student success
1. Online etiquette in an educational environment
2. Variety of tertiary learning strategies
3. WSTC Policies and Procedures
4. Higher education culture
5. Time management, managing conflicting priorities
6. Strategies for studying in your course
7. Factors influencing student success

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
Presentation 20 N Individual
Reflection 80 N Individual

Teaching Periods

Term 2 (2023)

Nirimba Education Precinct

On-site

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Term 1 (2024)

Nirimba Education Precinct

On-site

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Term 2 (2024)

Nirimba Education Precinct

On-site

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