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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.

+ Subject Availability Modes and Location

Session 1
On CampusCSU Study Centre Sydney
Session 2
On CampusCSU Study Centre Melbourne
On CampusCSU Study Centre Sydney
Session 3
On CampusCSU Study Centre Melbourne
On CampusCSU 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.

Subject information

Duration Grading System School:
One sessionHD/FLSchool of Management and Marketing

Enrolment restrictions

Only available to full-fee paying international students.

 

Learning Outcomes

Upon 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.

Syllabus

The 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

Specialised Resources

Access to English learning skill advisers would be highly advisable.

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The information contained in the 2017 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 25 August 2017. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.