Introduction
This unit introduces the skills of academic writing by examining broad conventions. In this unit you will learn how to analyse assessment questions, plan and structure essays, build an academic language set, and write for the academic environment. To enable you to practise and apply your writing skills, you will complete individual journal pieces and an essay. This core unit in the University Preparation Program uses a series of micro themes to develop critical writing and research skills and to provoke interest in a range of disciplines. This introductory unit will prepare you for UPP026 (Academic Writing) and Associate Degree or Bachelor Degree writing.
Summary 2021
| Unit name | Writing in Practice |
|---|---|
| Unit code | UPP014 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | University College |
| Discipline | Pre-Degree |
| Coordinator | Lisa Amerikanos |
| Teaching staff | Lisa Amerikanos, Rory Jeffs |
| Available as student elective? | No |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Learning Outcomes
1. Plan and create forms of writing for an academic context
2. Communicate using academic conventions
3. Source, locate, evaluate, and integrate academic sources
Fees
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | On Campus students: 2 hour weekly face-to-face workshop Off Campus students: 2 hour weekly online workshop (optional) |
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| Assessment | AT1: Writing Journal 1 (25%) AT2: Writing Journal 2 (25%) AT3: Academic Essay (50%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | None |
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