Study Skills Training Courses

Designed for people in the work place and tertiary level students who want to increase their communication skills in English at an advanced level, this English course provides advanced understanding of English grammar, sentence structure and written and spoken communication for professional and academic purposes. Each week the course functions in part as an advanced reading and discussion group about a set text, from a combination of film and print texts chosen from current affairs,... [More]

Poetry is a common language all over the world and one of the earliest art forms, having its roots in dance and music. Poetry is not only for the intellectual elite but in many countries is an important form of media and communication. This course aims to unlock the mystique and dispel the perceived difficulty of reading poems by providing some basic tools and literary terms. Besides giving great pleasure and introducing participants to some wonderful poems, the course will aim to d... [More]

This course is designed specifically for UPC students and provides an introduction to those critical skills required to learn more effectively and enhance performance in assessment activities. It complements and improves learning in each chosen area of study. All UPC students are required to enrol in this course. It is run over three consecutive weeks in three hour sessions. Each session begins with a lecture and then smaller breakout tutorials where students work with tutors to pra... [More]

For many students success in the HSC and other examinations depends on improving the standard of written English skills. This course is specially tailored for students in Years 10 – 12 in order to improve written English in a way relevant to a wide range of subjects. The course begins with revision of practical English grammar, sentence structure, punctuation and spelling, and progresses to more complicated sentences, paragraphs, vocabulary enrichment and different kinds of written ... [More]

This HSC Exam Preparation course provides a comprehensive overview of preparation for HSC exams and assessment tasks. Students develop strategies for effective independent study and time management which can be applied across a number of subjects. Designed to enhance examination performance and results, this course is a must for Year 11 or 12 students preparing for examinations and other related assessment tasks in the senior years of high school. Course content This exam preparatio... [More]

In this intensive HSC Essay Writing course for senior high school students, participants will learn how to structure essays, organise information and use memorised sources in an exam situation. Participants practise writing introductions, conclusions and paragraphs of evidence, and learn how to present information clearly and concisely. Course content This essay writing course covers the following topics: Structuring text Organising information Writing introductions Developing suppo... [More]

For many students involved in TAFE and university studies, and for many people in the workplace, success depends on achieving a satisfactory standard in written English. This English course increases skills in basic written English. It services people in a wide range of occupations as well as students involved in University Preparation Courses, TAFE and tertiary education. It begins with revision of practical English grammar, sentence structure, punctuation and spelling and progress... [More]

This course for Year 10 students consolidates skills necessary for success in a wide range of subjects in Year 11 and the Higher School Certificate. Students will be provided with a full set of course notes for both sessions. Course content This HSC preparation course covers the following topics: Morning Session Improving English Skills How to write effective sentences, improve punctuation and vocabulary, and – what is absolutely important for Years 11 and the HSC – how to write ess... [More]

This intensive course introduces a step-by-step approach to doing academic research for assignments, essays and exams. Participants are introduced to techniques for identifying, selecting, analysing and synthesising information. Critical reading skills and techniques for avoiding plagiarism are covered, as well as the use of some common referencing systems. Participants will learn how to source and use quality information in the preparation of assessment tasks. Course content This r... [More]