Course Title: Set study goals and plan education pathway

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2018

Course Code: GEDU6091

Course Title: Set study goals and plan education pathway

School: 360T Education

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4386 - Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation

Course Contact: Melanie Kyle

Course Contact Phone: 9925 4052

Course Contact Email: melanie.kyle@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

 

 

Nominal Hours: 50

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

 

None.

Assumed knowledge: 

To successfully undertake this unit, minimum language, literacy and numeracy skills that align to level 3 of ACSF are recommended.

Course Description

 

This course will be delivered online. By studying online in this course you will develop your independent learning skills in preparation for tertiary study. During this course, you will familiarise yourself with the range of further study options available. This course provides you with the skills and knowledge needed to research and prepare applications for tertiary study in keeping with your goals and career choices.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

VU21864 Set study goals and plan education pathway

Element:

1. Access information for further study

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Identify and access appropriate resources and select relevant information about study option

2.2 Analyse information about options

2.3 Select field of study from range of options

2.4 Rank study options

Element:

2. Research a selected field of study to establish eligibility

Performance Criteria:

2.1          Identify and access appropriate resources and select relevant information about study options

2.2          Analyse information about options

2.3          Select field of study from range of options

2.4          Rank study options

Element:

3. Examine course requirements for selected field of study

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Examine entry requirements from a range of institutions

3.2 Review personal circumstances, skills and achievements against entry requirements

3.3 Review own educational history and current skills

3.4 Identify options for direct application for selected courses at institutions of interest

3.5 Analyse course specific requirements for direct entry

Element:

4. Investigate responsibilities as a tertiary education student

Performance Criteria:

4.1          Research academic expectations for tertiary study

4.2          Investigate strategies for time and task management

4.3          Apply strategies for time and task management

4.4          Investigate strategies to develop independent learning

4.5          Apply strategies to develop independent learning

Element:

5. Design and implement a study pathway plan

Performance Criteria:

5.1          Research and select preferred study option according to own goals

5.2          Use selected study option to plan study pathway

5.3          Establish a timeline of priorities and activities according to required deadlines

5.4          Gather and document required documentation for study pathway and arrange to complete additional requirements where necessary

5.5          Complete activities according to plan

5.6          Review study pathway with others and make necessary adjustments to plan

Element:

6. Present study pathway plan and evaluate progress towards achievement

Performance Criteria:

6.1          Select presentation format and parameters

6.2          Gather supporting artefacts and information

6.3          Develop strategy for collaborative evaluation of the study pathway plan

6.4          Conduct presentation and collaborative review of presentation and study plan


Learning Outcomes


 

On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate your competence of the above elements. The outcomes described in this unit relate to the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) and Australian Qualities Framework (AQF).

http://www.acer.edu.au/cspa/australian-core-skills-framework

http://www.aqf.edu.au/aqf/in-detail/aqf-levels/ 

They contribute directly to the achievement of ACSF/AQF indicators of Reading and Writing competence at Level 4.


Details of Learning Activities

This unit is part of the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation. This competency will cover the skills to develop a study plan and an educational pathway.

You will:

  • Accesss information for tertiary study
  • Research a selected field of study
  • Examine course requirements for selected field of study
  • Investigate responsibilities as a tertiary education student
  • Design and implement a study pathway plan
  • Present study pathway plan and evaluate progress

Course Dates:

16 July (Week 3) - 24 September (Week 12)

 

 


Teaching Schedule

 

This course is of 10 weeks duration.

This competency will be delivered online.

Week

Topic

Activities

VU21864 Elements

Assessment

Week 3

Career Research

 

 

Face to face:

 

Attend Pathways event: presentation, guest speakers, mingling. Complete Kahoot quiz

 

Online:

 

Do time management  activities on RMIT Learning Lab

E1 E2

Start Assessment Task 2: Career & Study Pathway

Week 4

Career Research

Task 2: Career & Study Pathway Research chosen occupation and create flowchart

Complete Part 1 of Task 2  - watch video with Foundation for Young Australians report and answer questions (interactive online activity)

E1 E2 E3

 

Continue Assessment Task: Career & Study Pathway Parts 1 & 2

Week 5

Pathways Presentation

Present pathways flowchart  

E1 E2 E3 E4

 

Assessment Task: Career & Study Pathway Part 3

Week 6

Pathways Presentation

 

 

 

Present pathways flowchart   

 

 

E5 E6

 

Submit full Assessment Task: Career & Study Pathway to Canvas by Monday 6 August (Week 6)

Week 7

Personal Statements

Write a DRAFT Personal Statement using guidelines & models

E 2 E3 E4 E 5

 

Start Assessment Task 4: Set Study Goals

 

Week 8

Personal Statements

Finish and submit DRAFT Personal Statement

E 2 E3 E4 E 5

 

Submit DRAFT Personal Statement to Canvas by Monday 20 August (Week 8)

Week 9

Study options research

Continue Assessment Task: Set Study Goals

  • Complete important dates and costs table
  • Complete course comparison table

E 2 E3 E4

E 5 E6

 

Week 10

Entrance tests/other requirements

Read RMIT Direct Application Equity and Access

Read Scholarship Applications and apply if eligible

Prepare/book STAT or IELTS tests if required

E3 E4

 

 
Week 11

 

Application checklists

 

Complete and check all parts Assessment Task 4: Set Study Goals

E1 E2 E3 E4 E 5 E6

 

Assessment Task: Set Study Goals due Monday 24 September (Week 12)

Week 12

 

Exam review and preparation

Review exam preparation

Entrance test & exam preparation & resources

E1 E6

Assessment Task: Set Study Goals due Monday 24 September

 

 


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

This course is delivered online using Canvas. You can access this through myRMIT/My Studies. At the induction session in the first week of your program you will be given guidelines on using the system.

Additional information about using Canvas is available in the Induction Booklet. For information technology needs and online learning tools see: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=hi8nszlw2pr


TEXTS AND EQUIPMENT
There are no set texts for this course however it is recommended that you have:

  • Laptop computer
  • USB (Memory stick)

 


Overview of Assessment

 

This competency is part of an integrated program. You must demonstrate an understanding of all elements of the competencies in order to be deemed competent. Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over a range of assessment tasks. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course. Assessment tasks will require you to demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills through practical projects and/or written tasks.

Feedback:

Both verbal and written feedback will be provided throughout the semester, as well as individual and group feedback on practical exercises.

If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program manager or the Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.

The Student Charter www.rmit.edu.au/about/our-education/supporting-learning-and-teaching/student-charter/ summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT University student as well as the responsibilities of the university.

Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies and procedures which can be found on the RMIT University website at: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=qwxbqbg739rl1

 

 


Assessment Tasks

Assessment will take place throughout the course.Your work is assessed on a competent (CA)/not yet competent (NYC) .

You will be given written feedback on all assessment tasks.
Assessment is ongoing and its purpose is to develop your skills. You will be given the opportunity of checkpoints throughout the course to develop your ability to identify and correct your own mistakes which is an important part of the learning process. It is important that you read the specific elements each assessment task addresses on the cover sheet for each task. At the time of setting assessments you will be given clear guidelines about which course, elements and performance criteria you will need to meet in order to successfully complete the task. Submission dates & deadlines will also be clearly explained.

All assessment must be submitted through CANVAS.

Summative Assessments:

Assessment Task 2: Career & Study Pathway (due Week 6)

Research and present your career and study pathway

Assessment Task 4: Set Study Goals (draft Personal Statement due Week 8 and full task due Week 12)

Research study options as well as plan and write a personal statement for further study 

Note: For information about grade average and articulation into other RMIT courses see ’Other Information’.


All assessment tasks including electronically recorded student work will be kept by the University for student feedback and to meet government requirements.

 


Assessment Matrix

Each assessment cover sheet clearly outlines the competencies being addressed in the task in relation to performance criteria. The sum of assessment tasks will cover all units and their elements over a range of occasions. You will be given opportunities to demonstrate competency in a variety of ways throughout the program. 


You are encouraged to discuss any problems or concerns with your teacher or Program Coordinator. An assessment delivery plan will be available on CANVAS.
 

Other Information

For every piece of work submitted online you will complete an e-Declaration. The signed cover sheet or e-Declaration acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications.


Student Progress

Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential.

Student program policywww.rmit.edu.au/policies/academicprogress
   

Special consideration policy (Late submissions)
All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level. If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension. Extension www.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension

Special consideration is an assessment adjustment for unexpected circumstances that are outside your control, which:
• have a significant adverse impact on your performance in assessment or
• prevent you from attempting or submitting the assessment. Special Consideration www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the Academic Integrity and Plagiarism policy
www.rmit.edu.au/students/academic-integrity

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