Introduction to University Learning (TLC120)

Points: 

3

Enrolment Options: 

Murdoch: DE6-internal, DE6-external, S1B-internal
Rockingham: DE6-internal, S1B-internal

[see Teaching Periods and Census Dates] 

Description: 

This unit aims to prepare students for success at university by developing key theoretical understandings, academic skills, and confidence. The unit focuses on the culture and expectations of university, the nature of knowledge, and understanding yourself as a learner. Essential academic skills are developed, including writing, reading, note-making, referencing, critical thinking, time management and discussion skills. The unit commences in week 3 of semester and runs to week 14, and is based broadly in the social sciences and humanities.

Contact time: 

Lectures: 1 hour per week; tutorials: 3 hours per week.

Prerequisites: 

Nil. Information and enrolment sessions are conducted in the first two weeks of semester: contact the Student Learning Centre for further details.
Co-requisite: Internet access if studying externally.

Notes: 

KATEC students should enrol in TLC020 Introduction to University Learning.
Students enrolled in the Physical and Life Sciences should enrol in TLC123 Rocket Science: Academic Skills for Science Students.

Introduction to University Learning (TLC020)

as for TLC120, except as follows

Points: 

3

Enrolment Options: 

Murdoch: DE6-internal, S1B-internal
Rockingham: DE6-internal, S1B-internal

[see Teaching Periods and Census Dates] 

Prerequisites: 

Concurrent enrolment in the Kulbardi Aboriginal Tertiary Entrance Course.

Notes: 

KATEC students hoping to enrol in the Physical and Life Sciences should enrol in TLC023 Rocket Science: Academic Skills for Science Students.

Assessment: 

A result of Ungraded Pass or Fail is awarded for this unit.

Used in these Courses: 

Kulbardi Aboriginal Tertiary Entrance Course