module specification

This module introduces students to how universities work and how they can be successful in their studies. It provides an overview of the opportunities and challenges at university. The module is designed to provide students with the main elements of the learning process. An important distinction is that students enter university to learn, not to be taught, and this module is designed to provide students with guidance in the learning process. It introduces study techniques addressing for example time management, academic reading and writing, and reflective thinking

This module will support the preparation for the future career by encouraging them to develop, put into practice and evidence the skills and behaviours that employers want to see.
It will encourage students to see themselves as a developing professional, which will help them to learn effectively and efficiently. They also learn how to use all the resources available to reflect on their progress. This module involves planning, conducting and reflecting on their own experience throughout the module by completing weekly tasks, which will serve as a basis for the reflective commentary submitted at the end of the year.

The module supports students in developing digital literacy and effective communication across online and face-to-face environments, recognising the importance of these skills in academic and professional contexts.

The module aims to:
- provide students with a sound understanding of what is required to succeed when studying at university level;
- build an understanding of the expected workplace knowledge, skills, competencies and attitudes;
- provide a framework for the development of a range of academic, professional, and personal skills that will contribute to life-long learning and employability;
- ensure the adoption of skills, attitudes and behaviours that improve self-awareness to aid reflective practice.
- use digital tools to effectively support learning and professional collaboration.

You will find reflect on and further develop the following aspects
- Academic skills (e.g. academic reading and writing, reflection, time management)
- Professional and employability skills (e.g. managerial competencies, career development)
- Personal skills (e.g. self-management, emotional intelligence)

The module will contain the assessment of different skills, behaviours and attitudes via surveys, exercises, activities, and tasks set for students. The addressed academic and professional skills for example are academic reading and writing, time management, goal setting, decision making, teamwork, communication, reflection, creativity, and many more. In practicing these skills students will also participate in team tasks to demonstrate collaboration and conflict management skills. (LO1)

The experiences and information gathered through the weekly workshops and the accompanying material will be preserved through detailed learning log entries (LO2).

Through regular meeting with the tutor/supervisor/ PAT the student be supported in the individual development of skills. Formative assessments throughout the semester will also provide continuous feedback on the development of skills. The completion of a PDP will enable the student to collect these insights to plan further development (LO3).

The weekly sessions will contain a wide range of learning activities to enhance students learning. With the aim to practice transferable skills in the classroom students will be asked to analyse carse studies, take part in group activities, and present their results in front of their peers.

By assessing the managerial and transferrable skills throughout the module, students will not only gain a wide range of experiences, this will also allow to detect the development of skills throughout the semester.

Formative tasks will be set to enhance students’ learning. As part of the independent study time, students will be asked to complete quizzes, read book chapters or case studies, and assess their own development through reflection. These tasks are directly linked to the weekly tasks in the workbook. By engaging in formative assessment students will receive feedback on their understanding and gradually develop their knowledge and understanding.

On successful completion of this module, students will be able to:

LO1: Develop understanding of the skills, behaviours and attitudes needed to perform in current/future roles within studies and profession.
LO2: Demonstrate an ability to self-organise and communicate information clearly and effectively in person and by using digital tools and platforms.
LO3: Understand and evaluate stakeholder feedback and self-review as a source of reflection and review of further learning and challenges.

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