• Semester 1 (Day)
• Semester 1 (External)
• Semester 2 (Day)
• Semester 2 (External)
• Semester 3 (External)

Synopsis

This  unit  is  designed to enable students to  develop  an  holistic,
integrated  approach  to  effective  studying,  learning  and   career
management  strategies.   Emphasis is placed on  developing  effective
time  management skills, recognition of individualised learning styles
and  effective functioning of the individual within complex  lifestyle
systems.   Issues will include, stress management, motivation,  memory
techniques,  comprehension, reading speed, note-taking  skills,  essay
writing.  report writing , referencing, timetabling,  study  and  exam
techniques,  vocational and educational options and career management.
By  identifying personal strengths and competencies the students  will
develop  their  own  understanding of the  nature  of  their  personal
resources  and career goals and thereby establish individual  learning
and study patterns as integral parts of their overall lifestyles.  The
course  assumes  that as a result of this identification  process  the
student  will  become  a motivated independent learner  with  a  clear
conception  of the direction to be pursued to enable them  to  achieve
their goals.