Learning Mathematics at University

Course aim

To develop students as self-sufficient learners of mathematics and increase mathematical confidence while building confidence and a strong foundation in mathematical knowledge for future undergraduate study in a wide range of disciplines.

Course content

Students will learn to reflect on their reactions to mathematics and choose constructive approaches to learning and problem-solving. They will develop and use mathematical language and communication skills to describe, discuss, and critically analyse problems and structure their thinking. Students will deepen their appreciation of mathematics as a creative discipline.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY WEST
Online (Lecture recordings)	1 hour x 10 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 10 weeks
INTERNAL, MT GAMBIER
Online (Lecture recordings)	1 hour x 10 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 10 weeks
INTERNAL, WHYALLA
Online (Lecture recordings)	1 hour x 10 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 10 weeks
EXTERNAL, CITY WEST, ONLINE
Online (Lecture recordings)	1 hour x 10 weeks
Online (Learning activities)	2 hours x 10 weeks
INTERNAL, PORT LINCOLN
Online (Lecture recordings)	1 hour x 10 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 10 weeks
INTERNAL, CEDUNA
Online (Lecture recordings)	1 hour x 10 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 10 weeks
EXTERNAL, ONLINE SCHEDULED CLASS
Online (Lecture recordings)	1 hour x 10 weeks
Tutorial (Virtual Workshop)	2 hours x 10 weeks

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

Assessment

Reflection, Test/Quiz

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 1)
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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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Not all courses are available on all of the above bases, and students must check to ensure that they are permitted to enrol in a particular course.

* 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.