This free course is for anyone thinking of taking the first steps to study at university or TAFE. It is run online over 4 weeks or face-to-face over 2 consecutive days.
The course is facilitated by experienced USC advisers and is specially designed for adults of all ages who have not undertaken formal study for some years, or who did not finish high school.
About the course
The course aims to:
- demystify higher education
- build your confidence and skills in a supportive space through creating a cooperative group environment for learning
- turn your current formal and informal learning abilities gained from work and life experience into academic reading, writing, speaking and listening skills
- introduce you to key concepts and structures of writing for a higher education environment
- enhance your capacity around educational pathway decision-making
Tuition:
- there are no tuition fees for this course
Eligibility:
- 18+ years, during the year in which the course is held
Materials:
- for face-to-face students, workbooks are provided free of charge for the duration of the course
- the course is supported by an online learning platform
There are no tests, assignments or exams.
This course cannot be used towards gaining admission into a USC program.
For further information on USC's bridging program, visit Tertiary Preparation Pathway.
Please note that this course is not intended for existing USC students. If you are a current student and need study skills assistance, please attend an academic skills workshop.
Program
USC Sunshine Coast (Sippy Downs)
Dates: Thursday 21 - Friday 22 January 2022
Time: 9am–2pm
Room: J Block, 2nd Floor, Room J2.02
Courses will run subject to final number of registrations. Please register to avoid disappointment.
USC Fraser Coast
Dates: Tuesday 11 - Wednesday 12 January 2022
Time: 9am–2pm
Room: A Block, Ground floor, Room FCA1.36
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Session, co-facilitated by USC Indigenous Services.
Dates: Thursday 13 - Friday 14 January 2022
Time: 9am–2pm
Room: A Block, Ground floor, Room FCA1.36
Courses will run subject to final number of registrations. Please register to avoid disappointment.
USC Gympie
Dates: Monday 17 - Tuesday 18 January 2022
Time: 9am–2pm
Room: Central building, Ground floor, Room GYG.19
USC Caboolture
Dates: Monday 17 - Tuesday 18 January 2022
Time: 9am–2pm
Room: J Block, 2nd floor, Room J2.02
Courses will run subject to final number of registrations. Please register to avoid disappointment.
USC Moreton Bay
2022
Dates: Monday 10 - Tuesday 11 January 2022
Time: 9am–2pm
Room: A Block, Ground Floor, Room AG.34
USC Online
Dates: 27 January and 3, 10 and 13 February
Time: 6.00 -7.30pm
Zoom: Zoom link will be provided after registration
Courses will run subject to final number of registrations. Please register to avoid disappointment.
Course details
During this program, you will further develop your existing understanding of potential study pathways, through exploring your interests, values, and transferable skills.
You will also produce a short piece of academic writing.
Starting with a personal point of view on a topical issue, you will develop your skills as a researcher and writer as you turn those initial thoughts into a well-crafted, defensible statement on the topic.
Career Development staff will be available for individual consultations on completion of the course. Speak to your facilitator for further information.
"Before completing this course I was very apprehensive and anxious about going back to study. I now feel confident that I can give it my best shot. I also feel like USC's staff will offer so much help and support."
Ready to register for the Uni Skills for You course?
If you are interested in registering for the next available course in your region, please complete the form below. For further enquiries contact the Access and Diversity unit of the Office of Engagement on:
Email: pathways@usc.edu.au
Telephone: +61 7 5430 2893