Teaching & Learning

Learning environment

Students will be treated as adults, with the flexibility to learn in preparation for future university study. While no uniforms are worn, it is expected that students will dress appropriately for campus life. Leading university campuses are close by, as is the convenience of facilities such as shopping centres, coffee shops etc. 

The following competencies are addressed in 39260QLD Certificate IV in Adult Tertiary Preparation: 

• Critical thinking skills including analysis, problem solving, drawing and justifying conclusions, and evaluation
• Apply study and research techniques independently
• Use technology for academic purposes
• Prepare, present and participate in seminars
• Write academic texts
• Use mathematical ideas and techniques
• Working with others in teams

Assessment tasks are integrated into the curriculum as per the assessment schedule. There are also homework assignments and suggestions for additional out of class tasks. Students will be required to sit for both open and closed book examinations and in some cases may be required to perform skills tests and/or oral presentations. Individual or group project work may also be used to determine competency.