Welcome to the Academic Skills Centre (ASC)
The University of Canberra provides extensive learning support services to support you in making the transition to university, and then in building your skills as you progress through your course.
The Academic Skills Centre (ASC) provides resources and academic support and skills development one-on-one and in workshops, face-to-face and online.
You can make an appointment for a face-to-face session, drop-in to the Centre, or use the online tutoring service SmartThinking, available through your LearnOnline (Moodle) account 24/7.
For Students
Online Resources
Downloadable handouts and advice on a huge range of academic skills.
Workshops and Study Groups
Face-to-face assistance with researching, reading and writing for students at all levels.
Individual Assistance
By appointment or drop-in every weekday.
Support for HDR Students
A Thesis Writing Program and ongoing writing support.
For Staff
Support for Units and Courses
Support for literacy and numeracy skill development.
Referring Students
To formally refer students in need of support to the right help.
PALS Program
Peer Assisted Learning for challenging units.
ASC Annual Reports
Information on ASC’s initiatives and activities.