Bridging Programs

Free courses that prepare you for university study!

Registrations open 22 January 2009

If you have any questions about these programs you can contact us via unistep@uws.edu.au or phone us on 4736 0850.

Bridging and preparation programs - UniStep & AcPrep

Before each session begins, the Student Learning Unit at UWS offers UniStep and AcPrep programs to all students. These pre-session programs are a range of free bridging and preparation courses that assist new and continuing students to gain and develop required skills in academic writing, assignment preparation, mathematics and statistics. These programs vary in length of time and you can choose a program that suits your specific needs.

Students who are concerned about different academic expectations at University compared to TAFE or High School, or those who are entering university as mature-aged students will especially benefit from these programs.

Students say SLU bridging programs are 'helpful', 'relevant', 'give you a head start'.

February/March UniStep & AcPrep programs

UniStep Academic Literacy – available in both day (8 days) and evening modes (6 evenings & 1 Saturday
UniStep Mathematics and Statistics - available as a daytime program which runs over several days
Academic Preparation – 2 day program

July UniStep & AcPrep programs

UniStep Academic Literacy – available in day (5 days) mode only
Academic Preparation – 1 day program

You need to register for these programs online at:
https://owrs.uws.edu.au/PrepPrograms.asp

Nurse Numeracy Winter Workshops

Another program held in July is the nursing numeracy winter workshops. This is a 3 day program run on all campuses where the Bachelor of Nursing degree runs.

You need to register for this program online at:
https://owrs.uws.edu.au/LSUWorkshops.asp

What is UniStep?

UniStep is a combination of bridging programs including academic literacy, mathematics and statistics. The program aims to develop commencing students' maths and/or academic literacy skills.

Students can choose to do one or more courses available within UniStep.

Contact details: unistep@uws.edu.au or telephone 4736 0850.

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UniStep: Academic Literacy

UniStep literacy is an intensive program that offers commencing students an opportunity to practise and gain essential literacy skills for university study. These skills include reading and note-making, listening and note-taking in lectures, tutorial discussion, assignment preparation and essay writing. Students are given ample opportunity to practise their skills in a supportive environment.  During the program, students write academic 'university style' essays and receive feedback from tutors.

UniStep is an opportunity to get to know fellow students in a relaxed and friendly environment while experiencing university life.

All participating students receive a free comprehensive academic study skills workbook.

Past students have commented:

"The atmosphere was great! I loved it! I found everything helpful in some way!

"The material supplied, group discussions and structure of the course were most helpful".

Please note: Students are required to attend every day of the program as each session builds on previous sessions.

Contact details: unistep@uws.edu.au or telephone 4736 0850.

Register a place in UniStep Academic Literacy

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UniStep: Mathematics and Statistics

For information on Mathematics and Statistics Bridging Courses, please look at our 2008 Mathematics and Statistics Bridging Courses flyer.

You can access all the 2007 statistics bridging course notes online via Improve Your Maths. These online notes include lectures, tutorial questions and answers and also a comprehensive booklet.

When you access the Improve Your Maths home page, go to the Maths bridging folder (bottom right hand folder) and click on Statistics 2007 for all the online stats bridging materials.

Contact details: unistep@uws.edu.au or telephone 4736 0850.

Please note: UniStep Mathematics and Statistics will not be offered for July session.

Register a place in UniStep Maths & Statistics

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What is AcPrep (Academic Preparation)?

AcPrep is a short academic preparation program which is offered to students on selected campuses. The various AcPrep programs are run in late February/early March, and again in July.

The AcPrep program is an introduction to the expectations for assignment writing at UWS, for example, essay and report writing. It has relevant information tailored for university students about study skills, presentations, working in teams and time management. Students will receive a free booklet – Reaching for Success. AcPrep does not cover maths or statistics.

Student feedback comments at the beginning of 2008 included: “Information was extremely relevant” and “Really worthwhile experience.”

Please note: If you choose to register for the UniStep Academic Literacy program, you do not need to register for AcPrep.

Contact details: unistep@uws.edu.au or telephone 4736 0850.

Register a place in AcPrep

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January Information Sessions

Each year in January, the Student Learning Unit runs a 2 hour information session to help students choose a suitable bridging program and to register a place in any program using our ‘Online Registration’ process. Attendance is strongly recommended.

The information sessions are offered at Penrith (Kingswood) and Parramatta campuses. Students need only attend one session.

Computer labs are open after the sessions so that you can register your place in any of the Maths or Literacy bridging programs. To be able to register a place, you must have your letter of offer or your UWS student number with you.

Map of Kingswood Campus
Map of Parramatta Campus

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