Hobart
Introduction
English Writing introduces students to, and consolidates their knowledge of, the conventions of English grammar and composition. The unit focuses on fashioning the skills required of an academic writer. The unit covers:
- the processes and mechanics of academic writing;
- grammar, syntax, voice, punctuation, and usage; and
- sentence, paragraph and essay structure.
Summary 2022
| Unit name | English Writing: Grammar and Composition |
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| Unit code | HEN105 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Humanities |
| Discipline | English |
| Coordinator | Dr Naomi Parry |
| Level | Introductory |
| Available as student elective? | Yes |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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* 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 (see withdrawal dates explained for more information).
Learning Outcomes
- Proficiency in practical English grammar.
- Knowledge of the essential ways in which words are used to form sentences in English.
- Application of principles for drafting effective paragraphs and organising these according to generic conventions.
- Ability to draft copy across multiple modes.
- Formal and informal communication and self-reflection in informed discussion and a range of writing tasks
Fees
Requisites
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
HUM109
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Teaching Pattern: 13 weeks online (one-hour of short recorded lectures weekly accessed online; online exercises and activities) |
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| Assessment | Task 1: Writing Portfolio (70%) Task 2: Online Writing Workshop (30%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | None |
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