Student Learning Support Service is actively involved in first year orientation and contributes to programmes such as Halls Headstart and NewStart. We also offer two orientation programmes of our own for students to learn or refresh study skills.
If you are planning to start tertiary study, or are returning to study after a break, the SLSS University Preparation Programme (Uni Prep) offers you an opportunity to brush up skills and gain confidence before the semester begins. The programme can assist you with:
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introductory study skills
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essay writing skills
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searching databases
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calculator skills
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basic statistics
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basic mathematics
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chemistry laboratory skills
The Uniprep courses charge a small fee. If you are interested, download the programme brochure (see Download/Useful Links on the right). Alternatively, pick up a Uni Prep Programme brochure from SLSS offices, or request a copy by telephoning 04-463 5999.
Enrol early -- classes can fill quickly and numbers are limited. Below is the timetable for 2012.
| Topic | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Chemistry Laboratory Skills | Mon 20 - Thu 23 February (4 days) |
9am-4pm |
| General Study skills | Thu 23 February |
9am-12noon |
| Essay Writing Skills | Wed 22 February Fri 24 February |
9am-1pm |
| Using the VUW Library for Research | Fri 24 February
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1-3pm |
| Calculator Skills | Mon 20 February |
10am-12noon |
| Basic Mathematics | Mon 20 February Tue 21 February |
1-3pm |
| Basic Statistics | Wed 22 February Thu 23 February Fri 24 Febuary |
1-4pm |
Smart Start offers you a free opportunity to learn about academic study and improve your academic writing before lectures start. It also offers you an opportunity to meet other new university students.
Topics to get you started include:
Tips for successful study
Academic expectations
Reading
Notetaking skills
Essay writing
These interactive sessions are designed to build your confidence and give you a head start with your studies at Victoria.
| Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday | 1 March 2012 | 9.30am-1pm |
Registration is required. If you are interested, download the programme brochure (see Download/Useful Links on the right). For enquires, contact SLSS by phone 04-463 5999 or by email student-learning@vuw.ac.nz.