4450 (v.6) Communication Studies 011

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Area:	Centre for Aboriginal Studies
Credits:	25.0
Contact Hours:	3.0
Lecture:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Tutorial:	1 x 1 Hours Weekly
Syllabus:	Develops academic skills required for entrance into tertiary studies. Reading, writing, speaking and listening exercises are utilised to work on communication skills and develop the confidence required for effective communication.
Unit Outcomes:	On successful completion of this unit, students will have- The ability to read and write, and speak and listen effectively in a range of different social contexts. Demonstrated the basic communication skills required for tertiary study - particularly the ability to read academic texts and write competent essays.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References:	Murphy, E., (1985), You Can Write, Longman Checshire, Melbourne.
Unit Texts:	Communication Studies 011 Study Guide/Reader, Aboriginal Bridging Course, Curtin University, Bentley.
Unit Assessment Breakdown:	Exam 20%, Major essay 30%, Mid semester test 10%, Participation 20%, Weekly written pieces 20%. This is by grade/mark assessment.
Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 1 Y