Courses & Units
Learning at University UPP010
Introduction
This unit provides underpinning skills, theories, techniques, and strategies to prepare you for University-level study and to understand yourself as a learner. You will be introduced to concepts of self-management and relevant practical skills that can be applied effectively in other units. You will explore concepts such as strengths-based learning, engagement and flow, motivation, work/life balance, resilience strategies, critical thinking, and work styles. In addition, you will learn and utilise practical skills such as reflective writing, preparing oral presentations, productivity, transferable skills, goal setting, research methods, career investigation, expository writing, mind mapping and effective study techniques.
The overarching aim of this unit is to provide you with the recognition of your strengths and skills, strategies to develop confidence as a student and to be successful in your future university studies.
Summary
| Unit name | Learning at University |
|---|---|
| Unit code | UPP010 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Business & Economics University College |
| Discipline | Pre-Degree |
| Coordinator | Miss Amy Williams|Doctor I-Lien Tsay |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Foundation |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | Domestic | ||
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | Domestic | ||
| Launceston | Semester 1 | On-Campus | Off-Campus | Domestic Domestic Domestic | |
| Launceston | Semester 2 | On-Campus | Off-Campus | Domestic Domestic Domestic | |
| Cradle Coast | Semester 1 | On-Campus | Domestic | ||
| Cradle Coast | Semester 2 | On-Campus | Domestic | ||
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 21/2/2022 | 22/3/2022 | 11/4/2022 | 29/5/2022 |
| Semester 2 | 11/7/2022 | 9/8/2022 | 29/8/2022 | 16/10/2022 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Develop skills, techniques and strategies for learning within the university environment
- Critically reflect on learning experiences and skills to generate plans for development
- Describe and apply academic concepts and skills to demonstrate critical thinking
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 079999 | $498.00 | $498.00 | not applicable | $2,108.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
XAB011Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | On Campus students: 3hr workshop (face-to-face) and 1.5hr online workshop preparation session per fortnight. Distance students: 2hr online workshop and 1.5hr online workshop preparation session per fortnight. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | AT2: Oral Presentation (30%)|AT1: Journal Reflection (15%)|AT4: Unit Reflection (25%)|Workshop activities portfolio (30%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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