QA0S004 - Applied Academic Skills 01 Sep 2021 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | QA0S004 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Applied Academic Skills | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business and Creative Industries | ||
| Faculty Group: | FBCI Faculty | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | FBCI Faculty | ||
| Module Leader: | Neil Roberts | ||
| Module Team: | Sonya Killip, Annabel Ryan, Tracey May, Ian Chisholm, Emily Powell, Laura Harridence, Hannah Jones, Rachael Gidney, Gabrielle Albertelli, Rachael Leitch, Shane Galvin | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2021 | Final Year of Intake: | 2026 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 3 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
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Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2021 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
The aim of this module is to develop the necessary skills for academic learning and study and in doing so provide students with the tools needed to be successful in a Higher Education environment. In addition, the module will develop confidence and skills in being able to reflect on learning and to think critically, core skills required to produce and complete coursework and assignments.
Content Summary
To meet the above aim, the scope of the module and its content is wide and varied. The module is structured to help students gradually develop learner independence – a combination of practical and interactive sessions and independent tasks will help students to gain and practice skills in:
• Personal and study skills (e.g. time management, assessment planning)
• Learner training: developing independent learning skills/learner autonomy
• Digital literacy - basic IT skills including the use of Word, Excel and PowerPoint, email communication, etc.
• Academic seminar discussions
• The importance of good academic conduct – referencing, citation & avoiding plagiarism
• Preparation for assessment
On successful completion of this module, students will have enhanced their existing ICT skills, developed competences in research and study, ability to work independently and with others and learned how to maximize their opportunities as a student at a UK university.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Seminar | 60 |
| Tutorial | 10 |
| Directed Study | 102 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 8 |
| Formative Assessment - Independent | 20 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Evidence understanding and awareness of a range of academic skills, including time management, group work and organising resources to prepare and produce academic work in readiness for study at Level 4. |
| LO2 | Recognise own personal strengths and weaknesses in relation to a range of academic study skills, through the process of self-reflection, and identify strategies to further develop these skills. |
| LO3 | Identify and apply effective digital literacy skills in the context of academic study. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Self Reflective Assessment 1 | Students complete a number of tasks which will each contribute to the development of a Reflective Journal | 0 | 1500 | 40 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Portfolio 1 | Students complete a number of tasks which each contribute to the development of a portfolio: MS Outlook (Email and Calendar) / MS Word task / MS PowerPoint task | 0 | 1000 | 30 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Oral Assessment | Oral Assessment (Internally assessed, Onsite) 1 | Students participate in an academic seminar discussion on a given topic | 20 | N/A | 30 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | LO3 | |
| Self Reflective Assessment 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Portfolio 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Oral Assessment (Internally assessed, Onsite) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |