EPHUMA111

Professional Practice 1

English Language & Foundation Studies Centre

10 Units 1000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus	Semester 1

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007

EPHUMA111 Professional Practice 1 provides knowledge and experience of those core professional skills which are related to work in a range of professions.

Objectives

At the end of this course, students will be:
1. Gain more knowledge and awareness of areas of study within a range of degree programs.
2. Develop an understanding of assessment procedures utilised at the University of Newcastle.
3. Develop skills in applying evidence.
4. Develop skills in team and confidence building and time management skills.

Content

Through the use of experiential-based learning, professional roles and ethical practice are explored.

Industrial Experience

Assumed Knowledge

Nil

Modes of Delivery

Flexible Delivery / Student Centred Learning
Internal Mode

Teaching Methods

Lecture
Tutorial

Assessment Items

Essays / Written Assignments	Essay Build research knowledge, critically analyse and develop writing skills - 1200 words.
Examination: Formal	Final examination Designed to test overall knowledge acquisition in the area of study. 1500 word equivalent.
Other: (please specify)	Students own learning task. 500 words each.
Presentations - Group	Gain understanding through research of a topic. Students also have an opportunity to share their new found knowledge with the class group. Student presentations may include: Powerpoint, poster-board, DVD, quiz etc. 15 minutes, 1000 word equivalent.

Contact Hours

Tutorial: for 2 hour(s) per Week for 12 weeks
Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for 12 weeks

Timetables