July 2011 - UNSW Global Pty Limited - University of New South Wales

UNSW GLOBAL COURSE INFOUNSW Institute of Languages• UEEC Program New CoursewareThe UNSW Institute of Languages haslaunched an updated University EnglishEntry Course (UEEC*) featuring newcourseware specifically designed toimprove students’ English language skillsin order to meet the UNSW English entryrequirements and to enable them tosuccessfully undertake their studies atUNSW.In developing the new UEEC courseware,the Institute conducted focus groups withpast UEEC graduates (currently studyingat UNSW) who highlighted the areasthat were of most concern to them intheir university courses. As a result, therevamped UEEC focuses on key skillssuch as discussion in tutorial groups,critical analysis and presentation skills,as well as broadening its writing focus toinclude reports as well as essay genres.UNSW faculty, Learning and Teachingstaff and world-renowned linguisticsexpert, Professor David Nunan were partof a reference group that ensured the newcourse was produced with a focus onproviding students a first-class languagelearning experience which is specificallyrelevant to the UNSW context. The coursefeatures lessons based on lectures andarticles sourced from UNSW academicsand is further enhanced through the useof online learning and teaching activities.Students are continuously assessedthroughout the course with regularfeedback provided on their progress.Overall, the new UEEC provides the idealintroduction and preparation for study atUNSW.Students wishing to study at UNSW willnormally consider all pathway options. Toensure they meet the English languagerequirements students may chooseIELTS or similar tests packaged with atest preparation program, or alternativelyprograms such as UEEC. SuccessfulUEEC students do not need to re-take anIELTS or similar test, and on successfulcompletion will be admitted directly toUNSW.* UEEC is a 10 to 15 week program for students whohave received a conditional offer of admission tostudy at UNSW but have narrowly missed the Englishlanguage requirements.• New 2012 Term Structure - MoreTerms and More Flexibility!The UNSW Institute of Languages hastraditionally offered students 9 intakeseach year into a wide range of coursesand programs. We are pleased toannounce that from January 2012 theInstitute will introduce a new academicterm structure that provides students witha choice of 10 intakes.This new term structure is designedto cater more effectively for studentsby providing greater flexibility andconvenience when they are planningtheir study schedules. The new structuremeans an increase in the number ofteaching weeks available to students from45 to 50 each year, with a one week breakmid-year and another week break at theend of 2012.The terms dates for 2012 are shown in thetable below:Term 2012 Dates1 3 Jan – 3 Feb2 6 Feb – 9 Mar3 12 Mar – 13 Apr4 16 Apr – 18 May5 21 May – 22 JuneBreak 25 June – 29 June6 2 July – 3 Aug7 6 Aug – 7 Sept8 10 Sept – 12 Oct9 15 Oct – 16 Nov10 19 Nov – 21 DecBreak 24 Dec – 4 Jan 2013If you have any questions regardingthis new term structure, please contactour friendly Student Services Team orUNSW Global Networks and RecruitmentRegional Managers.UNSW Foundation Studies• Transition Program New Start Date &Admissions RequirementsThe Transition Program at UNSWFoundation Studies will start on 31August 2011, earlier than previousyears. The new start date ensures thatstudents successfully completing UFSand commencing study at UNSW in 2012will enjoy a smooth and timely transitioninto their UNSW program. The 19 weekTransition Program will run from 31 August2011 to 22 December 2011, ending justbefore the Christmas holidays. Studentsmay then commence their UNSW degreeprogram in February 2012.In addition to these changes, UNSWFoundation Studies now acceptsapplications from Australian Citizens andPermanent Residents with an internationaleducational background, to its TransitionProgram*. Please check with ouradmissions office for detailed eligibilitycriteria and other details.UFS also accepts applications fromChinese nationals who have completedthe National Higher Education EntranceExamination, or Gao Kao, in the People’sRepublic of China.* Australian Citizens and PermanentResidents are also eligible to apply to theStandard and Standard Plus programs.Highlights & EventsEncouragement scholarships ceremony at Ho Chi MinhCity VietnamThe UNSW Global offices in Hanoi and HCMC have been awardingencouragement scholarships to the top students in Year 10, 11 and 12 at ourpartner gifted schools. Over 60 scholarship have been awarded at schoolassemblies over the past year.Ms An from the HCMC office (left) awarding encouragementscholarships at Gia Dinh Gifted SchoolA u s t r a l i a • H o n g K o n g • I n d i a • S i n g a p o r e • T h a i l a n d • V i e t n a m 4