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IITC 001 Program Information 2019
IITC 001 Program Information 2019
IITC 001 Program Information 2019
IITC 001 Program Information 2019
IITC 001 Program Information 2019
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PROGRAM INFORMATION

Note: The information in this subject outline was correct at the time of printing. INSEARCH CRICOS provider code: 00859D I UTS CRICOS provider code: 00099F INSEARCH Limited is a controlled entity of the University of Technology, Sydney (UTS), a registered non–self accrediting higher education institution and a pathway provider to UTS.

QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR SUBJECT

IF YOU HAVE A QUESTION ABOUT THIS SUBJECT, CHECK: 

These sources cover many commonly asked questions about assessment requirements, due dates, and other sources of support available to you: o

Your subject outline

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Canvas for this subject

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The Student Extranet

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Insearch eStudent

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The UTS library website .

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Ask your tutor during your tutorial. If you wish to discuss your questions or need further help with understanding concepts in the subject, please see your tutor during tutorials, or in your subject coordinator’s consultation hours. Otherwise, use your Canvas Tutorial Group discussion boards as appropriate.

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Check the Frequently asked questions forum for this subject on Canvas. If your question has not already been asked and answered, post it in the forum and it will typically be responded to within two working days during semester time.

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Contact the Subject Coordinator. The Subject Coordinator’s consultation hours are listed below. If you are unable to attend a consultation, you may contact the Subject Coordinator via email to ask a question or request a consultation at another time. When contacting Insearch staff, you must use your UTS email account. In the email, include your details (your name, student number, and subject and class details) and a brief message. You will typically receive a reply within two working days.

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If you have tried all of the above, and you still have a question, contact your Program Manager,

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Please use your UTS accounts which you can access from your home computer. Remember to check your email daily for announcements or variations to the subject, dates and class times or reminders.

ASSESSMENT INFORMATION Assessment descriptions may be given during class and posted on Canvas or estudent. These descriptions may include a detailed breakdown of tasks, deadlines, interim deadlines, submission requirements and assessment criteria. Please refer to these descriptions for detailed information, as the above listing is a summary only.

SUBMISSIONS AND LATE PENALTY Assignments are submitted at the beginning of class unless specified otherwise. Assignments must be accompanied by a cover sheet. Late submission of assessment items is only acceptable in exceptional circumstances and by arrangement with the Subject Coordinator prior to the due date of that assessment event. Late submissions will attract a penalty of one grade level of the assessment event and this penalty will continue to be deducted for each two days (or part thereof) the assessment is late. Special consideration is only considered for serious medical reasons or when unavoidable or unforeseen circumstances have prevented you from submitting an assignment. If you wish to apply

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for special consideration you should make an appointment with an Academic Adviser to discuss your case. A full copy of the Academic Policies is available online at: https://student.insearch.edu.au/Home/policies-and-procedures/Policies-and-Procedures.

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY You are expected to follow the highest standards of academic integrity. This assumes among other things, that you do your own work and that you acknowledge all the sources you have used in completing an assignment. Academic misconduct is defined as an attempt to present other people’s work as your own or in any way to mislead your lecturers and tutors regarding your ability in relation to the subject assessments. Any of the following is academic misconduct unless the source of the material used is acknowledged: copying, paraphrasing or summarizing all or part of any document (including written, audio, visual and computer-based material); using somebody else’s ideas, results or conclusions without acknowledgement; and presenting work as your own when it has been prepared by or with someone else. Students are only permitted to take authorised material into test or examination rooms. If academic staff members at Insearch become aware of any evidence of academic misconduct, they will report it to the Student Conduct Committee. A full copy of the Academic Misconduct Policy is available onli ne at: https://student.insearch.edu.au/Home/policies-and-procedures/Education/AllEducation/Academic-Misconduct-Policy/Academic-Misconduct-Policy

COPYRIGHT AND PRIVACY ISSUES Copyright means that whoever has created a new work, owns that work. Copyright safeguards what writers, artists, designers, photographers, filmmakers and musicians have created. Reproducing or making use of the entire or even part of any text, creative work and/ or audio-visual or computer-based item, without first asking permission from its creator, may be a breach of the Copyright Act (1968 amended 2000 to include Digital Works) and/ or the Privacy Act (1988). You need to take care in reproducing ANY material including books, poems, music, lyrics, film and TV footage, photographs, graphics, art works, or brand names as you could be in contravention of the Copyright or Privacy Acts. For further information on copyright in general go to: www.copyright.org.au. Two information sheets of particular value to students are “An Introduction to Copyright in Australia” and “Research or Study” at: http://www.copyright.org.au/find-an-answer/browse-by-a-z For further information on music rights, go to: www.apra-amcos.com.au.

ATTENDANCE Satisfactory attendance is a requirement for the successful completion of this program. Attendance means arriving on time and staying until the class finishes. We require a minimum of 80% attendance at all scheduled classes and punctual submission of assessments as specified in the subject outlines. This is not only a requirement of UTS:INSEARCH but for international students it is also a regulation of the Australian Government. If your attendance drops below 80% UTS:INSEARCH is required to advise the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP). This could result in the cancellation of your visa You must attend each specific class you are enrolled in.

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Personal reasons such as weddings, holidays, sports or hobbies are not acceptable reasons for missing classes. These need to be arranged outside of scheduled class time. If you are unable to attend class for an acceptable reason (e.g. due to illness or misadventure), you should present documentary evidence to the Insearch Student Centre on your first day back at Insearch. Documentary evidence may include a statement from a hospital, a police report, a report from a doctor, or, in the case of a death in the family, a death certificate. These documents are essential if you ask for special consideration (e.g. if your absence affects your performance in an assessment). If your attendance is at risk of falling below 80%, you should discuss your situation with an Study Success Adviser.

UNSATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS

The ESOS framework and DIBP student visa conditions require that students maintain satisfactory academic progress in their course. INSEARCH also requires that all students maintain satisfactory academic progress in their course. Unsatisfactory academic progress is defined by: a) Failing fifty per cent (50%) or more of subjects attempted in any study period b) Failing a subject more than twice c) Having more than five (5) fail results on their entire record. In order to demonstrate good academic progress, INSEARCH also expects a minimum of eighty percent (80%) attendance at all scheduled classes unless under conditions of special consideration.

LEARNING RESOURCES

UTS LIBRARY You will be expected to use library resources such as books, journals, online databases etc as part of this subject. Many library resources are available to you online via the Library’s web site

You will need a username and password to access library resources like databases etc from UTS. This will be the username and password of your UTS email account. If you haven't yet activated your UTS email account, please go to If you have trouble activating your UTS email account, please email Insearch IT Servicedesk Support at [email protected] Instructions on how to set up your computer to access the library's resources can be found at:

The library web site also offers some online tutorials to help you to develop your Information skills: A tutorial about finding information on the web is available at:

A tutorial about using Catalyst for research and investigative assignments is at:

Details of library locations and hours are available on the Library’s home page.

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STUDENT SUPPORT

STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS If you are a student who has a disability or ongoing medical condition that requires support services you are encouraged to contact the Academic Advisers; or for a confidential interview. Supporting documentation regarding your disability or ongoing medical condition is required if you wish to apply for assessment adjustments, including alternative assessment conditions.

INSEARCH STUDY SUCCESS ADVISERS The team of Academic Advisers can be found on Level 4, 187 Thomas Street. They will offer you help with personal problems; time management; academic performance and GPA information, understanding Insearch policies and procedures; catching up if you get behind in your studies, stress and anxiety. The Academic Advisers are available by appointment from 8.30 am to 4.00 pm Monday to Friday on Level 4 of the Blue Building. Check the Student Extranet for details or email: [email protected] or [email protected]

LEARNING ASSISTANCE AT INSEARCH If you have difficulty understanding anything, first see your tutor or lecturer before or after your class, or contact them by their email address given in the Subject Outline. If you need further help please email your Subject Coordinator or Program Manager to make an appointment. In addition, Insearch offers free weekly one-on-one learning support sessions in a number of key areas. These sessions help to support you in the preparation of your assessments and exams. Most sessions are held on level 4, 187 Thomas Street (the Blue Building). Students in subjects ACEN001, FFE001 and FFE002 also have access to the Learning Centre on Level 4 of CPSU House, 191 Thomas Street. The Learning Centre runs different activities such as speaking groups, short film discussion groups, learning assistance sessions and teaching support. Please speak to your Study Success Adviser for more information regarding learning support.

STUDENT SERVICES UNIT/COUNSELLING If you are experiencing personal problems and need assistance, the Study Success Advisers can refer you to the UTS Health and Counselling Service. The main service is located on Level 6 of the UTS Tower Building; however a UTS Counsellor is also located on Level 4 of the Insearch Blue Building one day per week. Counsellors can help if you have stressful circumstances, psychological or emotional issues that interfere with your studies. This includes issues such as adjusting to studying in Australia, culture shock, loneliness, sadness or worry. Counsellors can also assist you with developing effective learning strategies and study skills.

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