Credit Points 15

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Description This subject is designed to complement the first six months of study in a College Diploma program by developing the skills required to be successful at University and beyond. The subject is delivered online with students accessing learning modules and connecting with their learner community in their own time and at their own pace to allow maximum flexibility. At the beginning of the subject students use diagnostic tools to identify their specific strengths and areas for improvement, and develop an individualised learning journey through the content. This learning journey will help to address individual study skill needs, while also developing employability skills, facilitating connection with peers and with the University community, as well as the student’s future career.

School Western Sydney The College

Discipline English Language

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 15cp

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Level Undergraduate Level 0 Preparatory subject

Restrictions

Students must be enrolled in an existing Diploma program at WSTC

Learning Outcomes

After successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:

1. Assess your own study strengths and areas for improvement.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of how to incorporate sustainable study practices into your current circumstances.
3. Demonstrate basic skills and strategies to enhance your study success.
4. Demonstrate digital literacy to navigate university systems, access learning and connect with the digital world.
5. Identify pathways to personal and professional fulfilment.

Subject Content

1. Skills and behaviours that enhance success at university and in professional settings
   1. Time management
   2. Digital literacy
   3. Networking
   4. Communication
   5. Literacy
   6. Critical thinking
2. Development of individual learning model and objectives
3. Strategies for mental/physical health & wellbeing
4. College systems and policies
5. Identifying pathways for career direction and development