EPHUMA135

Directed Study I

English Language & Foundation Studies Centre

10 Units 1000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus	Semester 1, Semester 2
Ourimbah	Semester 1

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

EPHUMA135 Directed Study I provides an opportunity for students to pursue independent research on a topic relevant to their future undergraduate studies. It introduces the academic skills that will be required in undergraduate studies, whilst allowing a degree of self-direction. Students must be capable of working with minimal supervision.

Objectives

1. Students will be expected to develop skills in research, using appropriate methodologies and resources.
2. Students must demonstrate an ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
3. Students must demonstrate competence in academic methods of presentation in submitting a final essay and oral presentation.

Content

1. Topic will depend on specific interest of student and relevance to undergraduate program.
2. Attendance at research workshops.
3. Preparation of an annotated bibliography.
4. Preparation of a research timeline.
5. Preparation of a major research essay using appropriate academic style.
6. Presentation of an oral outline of the outcomes of the research.

Replacing Course(s)

Transition

Industrial Experience

Assumed Knowledge

Nil

Modes of Delivery

Internal Mode

Teaching Methods

Self Directed Learning
Tutorial

Assessment Items

Essays / Written Assignments	Preparation of an annotated bibliography
Essays / Written Assignments	Major research essay
Essays / Written Assignments	Written progress report
Other: (please specify)	Research and topic outline
Other: (please specify)	Attendance at tutorials and interview consultation throughout semester
Presentations - Individual	Oral presentations

Contact Hours

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

Timetables