English for Tertiary Studies (10127.1)
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| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| University Of Canberra College | Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit | Band 1 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 1 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Make significant contributions to tutorial discussions and group work;
2. Plan and deliver a tutorial presentation;
3. Distinguish types and purposes of reports and logically structure and write a short report;
4. Follow lectures and formal presentations; and take structured notes;
5. Compose, write and edit an academic essay, synthesising from a variety of sources, an displaying awareness of academic conventions and appropriate register;
6. Understand texts related to the unit-specific content;
7. Use strategies to read purposefully and selectively in the preparation of assignments;
8. Research and access information electronically and via electronic databases;
9. Make appropriate use of referencing and citations;
10. Develop their capacity for critical and analytical thinking; and
11. Improve their technical control of English grammar, appropriate use of vocabulary and pronunciation.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - be self-aware
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
Corequisites
Must be enrolled in University of Canberra International Foundation Studies, 100CC.Assumed knowledge
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Required texts
The following texts are mandatory:
- Mooney-Smith, P. & Goss, C. (2012) Key to EAP: A complete English for Academic Purposes program. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
- Oshima, A. & Hogue, A. (2014). Longman Academic Writing Series Level 4. Fifth Edition. New York: Pearson Longman.
Inclusion and engagement
Under normal circumstances, illness (with a medical certificate) is the only valid reason that will be considered for extensions for major written assignments and absences from oral presentations and examinations. In the case of illness, you will be given the opportunity to submit work at a later date or give oral presentations within the term dates, at a time convenient to both you and the lecturer. If you are unable to attend classes due to illness or other serious cause, you will need to obtain from the lecturer the material used, and to familiarise yourself with it before the next class you attend. In addition, you will need to contact the University of Canberra College to fill in a notification of absence form together with supporting evidence (for example, medical certificate). Please do not delay seeking medical advice in the case of illness because the sooner you receive treatment, the sooner you will be able to return to class. You will need to present a medical certificate to UC College as soon as possible to explain your absences from class.
In the event that illness adversely affects your formal assessment you must contact the University of Canberra College within 3 working days of the assessment date. You will be required to complete an Application for Special Consideration form and supply supporting documentation, such as a medical certificate which must state the nature of the illness and that the illness would have affected your performance in the relevant assessment task.
* NOTE: Retrospective approval cannot be included in a student's 80% attendance.
Participation requirements
Course participants on Student Visas are required to attend more than 80% of all classes. The College will check student attendance every fortnight and is required to inform the Australian Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) of any students who breach the attendance regulation. In cases where a student is unable to provide appropriate documentation and a satisfactory explanation, the Student Visa may be cancelled.
In addition, there is a strong correlation between poor attendance and failure in a unit because students who have a poor attendance record find it difficult to keep up with the work being presented. Since Intercultural Communication includes a continuous assessment component as part of its overall assessment, poor attendance means that students will not be in class to participate and this will make it difficult for a student to fulfil the requirements of this part of the assessment.
Please consult the UCC Student Handbook for further details.
Required IT skills
Students will require access to their own device for all classes e.g. laptop, ipad, etc
Work placement, internships or practicums
none
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