Code
CLS4009-B
Credits
20
Graduate Attributes
Syllabus
Principles of learning and study skills: Introduction to course & personal academic tutors; Lifelong Learning: Reflective practice and critical reasoning; Use of Personal Development Portfolio and eportfolios; Managing and understanding information: Communication Skills: Principles of verbal and non-verbal communication, factors affecting effective & cross-cultural communication, presentation skills for a virtual audience, lay and professional audiences; Professionalism Academic skills including writing, literature searching and critical appraisal. Use and misuse of generative AI in science communication.
Lecture
2
Tutorial
5
Workshop
41
Work-based learning
10
Private Study
142
Unit Learning Outcomes
- 1 Identify personal learning needs using self-assessment and reflective practice and use action planning to develop skills.
- 2 Apply academic skills in areas of communication, literacy, mathematics and information technology to academic assignments as well as recognising skills that are transferable across disciplines and professions.
- 3 Apply statistics and mathematics relevant to clinical and bioscience disciplines, as well as being able to apply technology to conduct mathematical analysis.
- 4 Appraise different methods of communication and assess the importance of effective communication skills with patients, carers and healthcare professionals.
- 5 Demonstrate the importance of professionalism, professional conduct and how to maintain a professional online profile.
- 6 Understand and have an ability to identify plagiarism and poor academic practices
Course Learning Outcomes
- 8 Evaluate and reflect on personal and professional growth and demonstrate the importance of managing time, self and resources effectively.
- 13 Individually and in groups undertake oral and written presentations, and demonstrate problem-solving, numerical and laboratory skills.
Assessment Breakdown
All assessments below must be completed.
- Pass/Fail Plagiarism awareness programme (MUST PASS)
In this module, you will develop and consolidate skills required for successful learning, effective communication: the principles of professionalism and the development of a professional profile; preparing for further study, lifelong learning and employment.