Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Foundation Communications (9677.1)

Please note these are the 2025 details for this unit
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Foundation Communications
Available teaching periods Delivery mode Location
View teaching periods On-Campus
 UC College, Bruce, ACT
EFTSL Credit points Faculty
0.125 3
Discipline Study level HECS Bands
University Of Canberra College Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit Band 2 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021)
Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021)
Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan Social Work_Exclude 0905)
The subject introduces the practical communication skills required for success in undergraduate degrees. Writing skills development will begin with a creative writing approach and continue on to writing for particular purposes including the academic essay. Students will develop reading skills from daily newspapers and Aboriginal literature through to more technical, academic reading and research skills. Students will become familiar with library systems and be confident information-gatherers. Students will have practice in group-work and preparing and delivering presentations.

Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload


Prerequisites

Interview and skills assessment.

Corequisites

Must be enrolled in The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Foundation Program.
Availability for enrolment in 2025 is subject to change and may not be confirmed until closer to the teaching start date.
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Delivery mode Unit convener
2024 UC College, Bruce, ACT Semester 1 05 February 2024 On-Campus Ms Carol Drew
2025 UC College, Bruce, ACT Semester 1 03 February 2025 On-Campus Ms Carol Drew
2025 UC College, Bruce, ACT Semester 2 28 July 2025 On-Campus Ms Carol Drew
The information provided should be used as a guide only. Timetables may not be finalised until week 2 of the teaching period and are subject to change. Search for the unit timetable.

Required texts

There is no required textbook for this unit.

Relevant, recommended readings and useful links for each week are available on the unit Canvas site.

Submission of assessment items

Extensions & Late submissions

If you have been ill or have another reason why your assignment will be late and should not incur a penalty, please discuss your situation with your teacher.

Special assessment requirements

If you have been ill or have another reason why your assignment will be late but should not incur a penalty, please make time with your teacher to discuss the situation. Students can resubmit assignments if this is considered necessary by the teacher.

Academic integrity

Students have a responsibility to uphold University standards on ethical scholarship. Good scholarship involves building on the work of others and use of others' work must be acknowledged with proper attribution made. Cheating, plagiarism, and falsification of data are dishonest practices that contravene academic values. Refer to the University's Student Charter for more information.

To enhance understanding of academic integrity, all students are expected to complete the Academic Integrity Module (AIM) at least once during their course of study. You can access this module within UCLearn (Canvas) through the 'Academic Integrity and Avoiding Plagiarism' link in the Study Help site.

Use of Text-Matching Software

The University of Canberra uses text-matching software to help students and staff reduce plagiarism and improve understanding of academic integrity. The software matches submitted text in student assignments against material from various sources: the internet, published books and journals, and previously submitted student texts.

Learner engagement

N/A

Inclusion and engagement

Please see your Unit Convenor for assistance with this as required.

Participation requirements

Students are expected to participate in all classes.

Required IT skills

This unit involves work with computers and relevant software such as Word and Excel. Students need access to a laptop or Desktop computer.

In-unit costs

The only fees payable for this unit is the Student Servies and Amenities fee.

Work placement, internships or practicums

None

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