Transition Skills for University Module | Student Guidance Centre

Transition Skills for University

This Transition Skills for University module has been developed by the Learning Development Service in Queen's, with input from academic and support staff across the University. The self-paced module aims to help students adjust and settle in to Queen’s, by covering various aspects of the transition to university.

You may have already seen some components of this module in your School induction, but within this full version you have the option of completing assessment components for accreditation towards Degree Plus. There are also opportunities to communicate via discussion forums and live group chats.

Section A - Orientation
1. Welcome & Introduction
2. The Queen’s Campus
3. Academic Teaching & Support
4. Independent Learnin
5. The First-Year Experience
6. Support for Students and Student Services
7. Assessment (if using for Degree Plus accreditation)
Section B - Developing as a Student
1. Learning Styles
2. Information gathering and using the library
3. Note-taking
4. Time Management
5. Student Life & Social Support
6. Assessment
Section C - Critical Thinking
1. Critical Thinking
2. Online Learning
3. Referencing & plagiarism
4. Assessment
Section D - Assessment and Support
1. Group work
2. Coursework
3. Exams & Revision
4. Understanding & Using Feedback
5. Handling Stress & Building Resilience
6. Student Support During Exams / Coursework
7. Assessment

The module is free and open for enrolment (see below). Upon submitting your details, you will have access to the module [ECS1998] through Queen's Canvas within 48hrs.

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