Distinctive Characteristics
- Require regular, predictable attendance on a primary campus, with learning delivered in face-to-face classes, labs, workshops and studios.
- Ensure at least 75% of learning hours occur on campus.
- Deliver core assessments on campus under supervision; online activities supporting learning but do not replace attendance.
- Use campus-based specialist facilities and environments, including labs, clinics, studios, equipment and physical learning spaces.
- Provide on-campus preparation for WIL placements, including labs, simulations and clinics leading into timetabled, supervised partner placements.
- Offer a campus-based student experience with orientation, mentoring, community activities and access to physical support services.
- Course entry preferred at pre-session 1.
- Follow structured, on-campus progression, with key checkpoints and program milestones delivered in person.
- Are CRICOS-compatible, with clear attendance expectations and sequencing requirements.
Model Delivery Essentials
To deliver this mode effectively, courses must:
- Publish timetables, assessment dates and campus locations at least six months in advance.
- Design face-to-face, activity-based learning that uses facilities, equipment and campus environments fully.
- Provide practical and supervised assessments on campus with supervisors present.
- Provide structured on-campus orientation for all commencing students.
- Embed an e-portfolio to capture evidence from labs, clinics, simulations, fieldwork and placements.
- Maintain teacher presence via drop-ins, in-class feedback and contact hours.
- Ensure all teaching venues meet accessibility and assistive technology standards.
- Publish technology requirements for on-campus classes and preparation activities.
- Offer campus-based mentoring, support services, pop-ups and drop-ins aligned to the timetable.
- Use analytics to trigger early intervention, particularly for missed practicals or attendance issues.
- Embed campus community, recognition and professional engagement activities (events, showcases, industry visits).
Operational Standards
To ensure every in-person learning experience is delivered consistently and at scale, core operational checks occur before and throughout the session. Teaching spaces, equipment, and accessibility features are confirmed ready, assessment arrangements are published, and online preparation materials meet accessibility requirements. Support pathways on campus and online remain current, visible and aligned to availability. Campus activities scheduled to build community, collaboration and professional networks.
Operational checks include
- Classrooms and specialist facilities inspected and ready for teaching
- Supervisors assigned and assessment venues confirmed
- Online resources uploaded with captions and accessibility features
- Staff trained in active learning, assessment supervision, and engagement strategies
- At-risk students identified through analytics and provided prompt follow-up
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