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Fundamentals of Academic Writing

Non-Award | CUR-UNR01 | 2021

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Restock your academic skillset with proven writing and research strategies. Understand how to plan effectively before writing starts. Get the rundown on referencing and source evaluation. Learn about the peer review process and incorporate feedback.

Study method
100% online
Assessments
Subject may require attendance
Entry requirements
No ATAR needed,
No prior study
Duration
13 weeks

FEE-HELP available

Fundamentals of Academic Writing

About this subject

  • At the completion of this subject students will be able to:

    1. identify and implement relevant study processes, strategies and attitudes to effectively manage personal study demonstrated by completing specific learning development tasks including reflection
    2. consistently apply academic research and writing conventions and practices including information literacy, appropriate use of scholarly literature, and a formal writing style when producing written assignments
    3. construct an essay to demonstrate application of effective planning, structuring, editing and proofreading skills
    4. demonstrate competent communicative skill (in reading and writing,) in using English for academic purposes.

Entry requirements

No entry requirements

Additional requirements

  • Equipment requirements - Audio/Visual equipment

Study load

0.125 EFTSL
This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.

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