Course description

This course equips learners with essential academic skills, including critical thinking, research techniques, essay writing, referencing, and time management. It lays the groundwork for academic success and prepares students to navigate university-level studies with confidence.

Learning Objectives:

• Improve academic reading and writing skills
• Master referencing styles (APA, MLA, etc.)
• Develop effective time and task management habits
• Conduct academic research and evaluate sources
• Practice critical thinking and argument development

Target Audience: Students preparing for university-level education, international students, and adult learners returning to study

Course Duration: 4 weeks (2–3 hours per week)

Delivery Format: Online with interactive assignments and peer discussions

Modules/Units:

1. Introduction to Academic Culture
2. Effective Reading and Note-taking
3. Academic Writing and Referencing
4. Research and Information Literacy
5. Time Management and Goal Setting
6. Critical Thinking in Practice

Assessment Methods:

• Written assignments
• Group discussions
• Reflective journals

What will I learn?

• Write well-structured academic essays and reports
• Write well-structured academic essays and reports
• Apply critical thinking to coursework
• Use referencing styles accurately
• Manage time effectively in academic settings