INU0122 : Study Skills (for Foundation)
INU0122 : Study Skills (for Foundation)
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Mr Martin Thewlis
- Co-Module Leader: Dr Tanya Morgan, Dr Michael Cheng, Mrs Nataliya Thomson
- Owning School: INTO Newcastle University
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 10 |
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Pre-requisite
Modules you must have done previously to study this module
Pre Requisite Comment
None
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
None
Aims
To introduce students to the academic culture of UK higher education and of Newcastle University
To provide students with the intellectual development necessary to get them ready for entry to UK HE and in particular for entry into Newcastle University
To ease the transition into UK HE
To develop key study skills required for the study of science and engineering in UK HE
Original Summary:
This module is designed to help students on INTO Foundation Programmes make the transition to UK HE by ensuring that they develop the study skills required and undergo the intellectual development needed. The module will also provide them with a thorough briefing about teaching, learning and assessment in UK HE, and will help them to absorb the academic culture of Newcastle University and of UK HE, which provides the context within which the module will be delivered.
Outline Of Syllabus
Academic culture in UK HE – critical approaches; independent learning
Teaching, learning and assessment in UK HEIs
Using and interpreting data
Teamworking skills
Oral presentation skills
IT skills – Word, Excel, E-mail, ChatGPT as well as Canvas.
Examination and revision technique
Time management
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
To appreciate the key features of the academic culture of UK HE
To understand teaching, learning and assessment in UK HE
Intended Skill Outcomes
Extracting and interpreting data
Working in teams
Oral presentation skills
IT skills – use of word for presentation of essays and reports, use of Excel for manipulation and presentation of data, use of ICT for giving oral presentations
Examination and revision techniques
Time management and organisation
Independent working
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 22 | 1:00 | 22:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 44 | 1:00 | 44:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 134:00 | 134:00 | N/A |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
Canvas materials will be used to provide the knowledge content of the module and to introduce skills through explanations, videos, and examples.
Smaller group sessions will be geared to the development of the skills which are the main
outcomes of this module by providing a safe environment in which these can be practised and where feedback will
be given. In particular seminars will be used for practising such skills as oral presentation, extracting and interpreting data. Development of appropriate ICT skills will be linked with development of manipulating and presenting data and oral presentation of data.
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 1 | M | 50 | N/A |
| Portfolio | 2 | M | 50 | N/A |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
A range of in-course assessment activities will assess the main intended learning outcomes of the module, viz. a portfolio to include, use of ICT, data analysis and extraction, library and information skills, group work, use of Word and Excel, organisational skills, as these are most appropriately assessed in this way rather than by examination. Examination techniques will not be formally assessed in this module but will be practiced to provide formative feedback.
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- INU0122's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- INU0122's past Exam Papers
General Notes
Original Handbook text:
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Disclaimer
The information contained within the Module Catalogue relates to the 2024 academic year.
In accordance with University Terms and Conditions, the University makes all reasonable efforts to deliver the modules as described.
Modules may be amended on an annual basis to take account of changing staff expertise, developments in the discipline, the requirements of external bodies and partners, and student feedback. Module information for the 2025/26 entry will be published here in early-April 2025. Queries about information in the Module Catalogue should in the first instance be addressed to your School Office.