Self-enrollment is not available. Enrollment will occur only after attending an orientation session to ensure that you are taking the correct units to fulfill your pathway requirements.
Introduction
This is a core unit which provides you with an introduction to Australian history, culture and society. It is also designed to continue to improve your knowledge and understanding of English language skills and techniques. In this unit you will practise the study skills needed to succeed at university and participate in critical discussions about important events and concepts that shape this country.
Summary
| Unit name | English 2 |
| Unit code | XPD002 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Academic Division Learning Teaching Performance |
| Discipline | University Pathways |
| Coordinator | Alexander McDonald |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | Third Party(ies): UP Education |
| Level | Foundation or Enabling |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Discuss the main ideas and supporting details in spoken and written texts.
- Analyse and construct arguments relating to familiar topics.
- Communicate in oral and written modes using English language and academic style conventions.
- Collect and discuss ideas and information with academic integrity.
- Discuss Australian and Tasmanian culture, place and people.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 5 hours/week on-campus classes and 2 hours/week moderated online independent learning activities, over 13 teaching weeks. |
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| Assessment | Listening (5%)|Portfolio (10%)|Short Story Review (10%)|Oral Presentation (15%)|Research Report (20%)|Examination (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Meet Me at the Intersection by Rebecca Lim and Ambelin Kwaymullina You can buy either the hardcopy or the digital version at Booktopia or Google Play, or you can access the ebook for free via the UTAS Library. |
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| Recommended | Recommended readings will be provided in class or on MyLO |
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