2001 Swinburne Undergraduate and TAFE Course Guide

Study Support
VCE
Work Education
Course title
Concurrent Study
Duration
This course is offered as an adjunct to
mainstream studies and equal to the duration of
any mainstream TAFE course. Available each
weekday throughout the academic year.
Location
Croydon, Hawthorn, Lilydale, Prahran, Wantirna.
Entry requirements
Permanent residents enrolled in a TAFE diploma
(and most certificate courses) are eligible for
study skills, language, literacy and mathematics
assistance. Higher Education (degree) students
are also eligible for academic and language skills
support.
Application procedure
After enrolling in a mainstream TAFE or Degree
course at Swinburne students can apply for study
support by enrolling in a module of Concurrent
Study. Applications should be made to the person
in charge of Study Support at each campus.
Applications are accepted throughout the year.
There is no charge for concurrent assistance.
Course overview
The aim of this course is to support students so
they can pursue their mainstream courses with
confidence. Tuition is available to students who
want to:
• read and take notes more efficiently.
• become more competent in mathematics.
• know how to identify the key elements of
work requirements.
• plan and prepare their written and oral
presentations effectively.
• manage their study effectively.
• set realistic study goals.
• work well with their peers and in groups.
• learn how to use a wide variety of resources.
Course title
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE)
Duration
One year full-time or equivalent part-time.
Location
Prahran.
Entry requirements
Students may go direct into Units 3 and 4 (Year
12) without attempting Units 1 and 2 (Year 11).
However, preparatory subjects are available if
required. Students who have undertaken the VCE
previously may supplement their score or add
extra subjects at Unit 3 and 4 level. Others may
choose subjects to meet their stage and needs.
Application procedure
Direct to Swinburne.
Course overview
The Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) is
prerequisite for most higher education degree
courses and a number of TAFE courses.
Career opportunities
The VCE provides Pathways to a diverse range of
TAFE and Higher Education courses.
Further information
Tel: 1300 368 777 (general enquiries)
Community and Further Education
Department
Tel: (03) 9214 6757
Course title
Certificate I in Work Education
Duration
Two years full-time.
Location
Croydon, Hawthorn, Wantirna.
Entry requirements
People who have special learning needs with a
focus on intellectual and/or learning disability,
who have the potential for open employment
and/or further training, are unable to gain access
to other TAFE programs at point of entry, and are
sixteen years and over.
Application procedure
Direct to Swinburne.
Course overview
The course seeks to enhance the educational and
career pathways of students. Students choose a
vocational area in which they study for two years
along with core units of study. The core unit areas
are as follows: Personal Effectiveness, Orientation
to Learning, Orientation to Work, Writing Skills to
Work, Job Seeking Skills, Work Team
Communication, Numeracy Level 1, Work
Education and Information Technology.
Career opportunities
Enhanced educational and employment
opportunities.
Further information
Tel: 1300 368 777 (general enquiries)
Department of Community and Further
Education
Tel: (03) 9214 8370 (Hawthorn)
Department of Human Services
Tel: (03) 9210 1212 (Croydon)
(03) 9213 6682 (Wantirna)
Social Sciences and Arts – TAFE
Career opportunities
An increased ability to complete mainstream
courses and the confidence to take advantage of
pathways to further study.
Further information
Tel: 1300 368 777 (general enquiries)
Access Department
(03) 9213 6891 (Croydon/Lilydale)
(03) 9214 8634 (Hawthorn)
(03) 9214 6985 (Prahran)
(03) 9210 1222 (Wantirna)
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