University Studies

Course aim

To introduce students to the context of tertiary learning and develop a range of academic reading, writing and basic research skills as a basis for future university study.

Course content

• Organisation of resources and time: course information booklets, course homepages, discussion boards, university policies, university services, teacher-student communication, note-taking.
• Topic/question analysis and research planning via ‘concept maps’
• Finding, evaluating and managing resources: library catalogue, electronic databases, web-based sources. 
• Reading for meaning, method, argument and validity in a range of disciplines.
• Research based writing and academic convention.
• Understanding different assessment methods and intent in a university setting.

Textbook(s)

University of South Australia 2022, University Studies, 2nd Edition, Pearson Australia, Melbourne

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY WEST
Lecture	1 hour x 13 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 13 weeks
Online (Virtual Lecture)	1 hour x 13 weeks
INTERNAL, WHYALLA
Lecture	1 hour x 13 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 13 weeks
INTERNAL, MT GAMBIER
Lecture	1 hour x 13 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 13 weeks
EXTERNAL, CITY WEST, ONLINE
Online (Podcast of lecture)	1 hour x 13 weeks
Online (Online learning support activities)	2 hours x 13 weeks
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES
Tutorial	2 hours x 13 weeks
Online (Virtual Lecture)	1 hour x 13 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Annotated bibliography, Argumentative paragraphs, Participation (class and online discussion), Quiz, Research paper

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 4C)
To determine the fee for this course as part of a Commonwealth Supported program, go to:
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Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
International students and students undertaking this course as part of a postgraduate fee paying program must refer to the relevant program home page to determine the cost for undertaking this course.

Non-award enrolment
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.