Study Skills

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The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2026.

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU018318
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Ungraded

Grade Descriptors

  • Ungraded

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know how to manage and organise study time.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Produce, revise and evaluate a personal schedule of study that accommodates own time constrains.
  • 1.2
    Where necessary, prioritise and reschedule study plan explaining changes.
  • 1.3
    Prioritise and meet assignment deadlines, negotiating new deadlines if needed.
  • 1.4
    Devise a strategy for organising coursework.
2

Know how to participate in learning activities.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Prepare efficiently for tutorials and classroom activities.
  • 2.2

    Participate appropriately in classroom activities.

3

Understand assignment requirements.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Analyse assignment effectively identifying aims and objectives.
  • 3.2
    Determine suitable format for assignment, effectively explaining decisions made.
4

Understand learning preferences.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Analyse different methods of learning.
  • 4.2
    Analyse methods of identifying own learning preferences.
5

Be able to retrieve information from a range of sources.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1

    Retrieve information from a range of written texts using a range of reading skills.

  • 5.2
    Scan source material, critically evaluating information, selecting accurate and detailed notes to suit purpose.
  • 5.3

    Demonstrate the use of a recognised referencing system for retrieved information.