Workshops
Over the first 8 weeks of Semester 1, the Professions Learning Centre will run a series of workshops to help you get started on the right track to begin your University journey. These will range from how to structure assignments correctly to avoiding plagiarism and exam revision strategies.
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Avoiding Plagiarism and Referencing SkillsNot sure what needs referencing and how to reference accurately? This interactive workshop will help you understand when you need to reference and provide practice in following academic referencing conventions. Click here to download the presentation and notes from the Avoiding Plagiarism and Referencing Skills workshop. |
Date: Wed 13 March Semester 1, Week 2 |
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Analysing Questions and Structuring AssignmentsYou've got tute assignments every week and bigger assignments to start. This session will provide you with tips on how to analyse questions and set up a clear, logical and well-linked argument in your assignment. Click here to download the presentation and notes from the Analysing Questions and Structuring Assignments workshop. |
Date: Wed 27 March Semester 1, Week 4 |
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Summarising and Paraphrasing SkillsIntegrating information from your readings into your essay or report is a necessary part of the assignment writing process. This workshop will enable you to learn and practise techniques for improving your summarising and paraphrasing skills. |
Date: Wed 10 April Semester 1, Week 6 |
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Oral Presentation SkillsDoes the idea of standing up and talking in front of your lecturers and peers terrify you? You're not alone! Ideas on structure, content, connecting phrases, voice and body language techniques - this workshop will help give you the skills and confidence you need to be an engaging and persuasive presenter. |
Date: Wed 1 May Semester 1, Week 7 (before mid-semester break) |
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Exam Revision StrategiesThe exams are in just a few weeks!! You've got piles of notes and need to get organised fast. This session will give you useful ideas on how to revise, manage those stress levels and help you feel confident about taking your exams. |
Date: Wed 8 May Semester 1, Week 8 (after mid-semester break) |
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