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Overview
This intensive, 5-day course prepares you for success on your College course.
This course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at Level 5. For more information on the framework visit www.scqf.org.uk/the-framework/.
Minimum entry requirements
There are no entry requirements. This course is ideal for you if you are soon to start a course at a further education college in 2018-19. This course is particularly suitable for you, if you are a more mature student, starting college after an extended break from formal education.
What you study
You will build your confidence with engaging tasks, to plan and prepare for your College course. You will improve your skills with our resources and the support of our experienced staff.
The course includes:
- Study Skills (task completion, positive mindset, resilience, time management skills).
- Research Skills (library skills, locating and curating information).
- Group Work (working cooperatively, sharing information).
- Presentation Skills (confidence, presence, voice, body language, preparation).
- Digital Skills (for learning and assessment).
- Writing Skills (structure, relevance, accuracy).
- Reading Skills (locating, selecting and evaluating information).
- Getting to know the College buildings and systems (how and where to get things done).
After the course
On completion of this course, you will apply for or start another course at the College of your choosing.