BUS100 English for Academic Studies (8)
Abstract
This subject is intended for international students. This subject focuses on providing students the opportunity to develop and improve their English academic literacy writing and communication skills aligned to business disciplines and to be better prepared for their academic studies. |
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+ Subject Availability Modes and Location
Session 1 | Internal | CSU Study Centre Sydney | Session 2 | Internal | CSU Study Centre Melbourne | Internal | CSU Study Centre Sydney |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: BUS100
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject informationDuration | Grading System | School: |
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One session | HD/FL | School of Management and Marketing |
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Enrolment restrictions
Only available to full-fee paying international students.
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to locate, paraphrase, summarise and comprehend simple to complex English texts;
- be able to develop an effective academic argument based on information gained from a range of sources;
- be able to write in a range of academic formats, following English writing mechanics and appropriate academic referencing styles;
- be able to develop speaking and listening communication skills; and
- be able to apply their communication skills to debate differing points of view using verbal and non-verbal communication methods.
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
- Effective reading for academic purposes
- Note-taking, paraphrasing and summarising
- Academic argument
- Academic conventions
- Improving your writing
- Academic writing formats
- Oral presentation skills
- Active listening
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Specialised Resources
Access to English learning skill advisers would be highly advisable.
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The information contained in the 2016 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 06 September 2016. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.