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What is the University Preparation Program?
How
do I apply?
What is UOSS 1? What is UOSS 2?
What are the aims
& objectives of the UOSS courses?
Who can enrol in the UOSS courses?
Who do I call about UPP administration?
Who do I call about the UOSS courses?
Who do I call about my other courses?
How can I contact my UOSS class tutor?
Where are my UOSS classes held?
What do I do if I need to withdraw from the program?
Should I buy any textbooks?
Where do I find Class notes?
How can I learn to use Blackboard?
How about my Student ID, email & zPass? Do I
really need them?
How do I get my results?
How are UOSS students assessed?
How do I hand in my UOSS assignments?
What if I need more time to finish my work?
If I'm a UPP student, can I use The Learning Centre services?
What do I do if I'm having problems with a
UOSS assignment?
What is the University Preparation Program?
The UNSW University Preparation Program (UPP) is an enabling program for adults aged 21 and over who either do not possess formal qualifications or whose academic qualifications do not satisfy the minimum entry requirements for admission to university study. The program has been designed to assess academic potential and to provide a realistic environment within which students can develop the skills to manage tertiary study effectively.For full information, visit the University Preparation Program page
How do I apply?
Application forms are available from the UPP webpage. If you would prefer to receive a package by mail, please email your name and postal address to: learningcentre@unsw.edu.au
The University Orientation & Study Skills 1 course (UOSS1) is a core component of The University Preparation Program (UPP). It is compulsory for ALL UPP students and is offered exclusively to them. This course introduces students to university life by giving them the opportunity to develop the research, writing and verbal skills needed to manage tertiary studies with confidence and success.
Topics covered include:
The University Orientation and Study Skills 1 course is offered by The Learning Centre.
What is UOSS 2?
University Orientation and Study Skills 2 (REGZ9255) is a compulsory component of the UPP for students undertaking Humanities and Science streams. University Orientation & Study Skills 2 builds on the fundamental academic skills studied in Semester 1.
UOSS 2 focuses on developing skills in writing and presenting critical reviews and reports by completing a small research project. The UOSS 2 course also introduces students to the basic foundations of conducting research in the social sciences, including:
What are the aims & objectives of the UOSS courses?
Please see the UOSS 1 course aims & objectives and the UOSS 2 course aims & objectives
Who can enrol in the UOSS courses?
The University Orientation & Study Skills courses are only available to students enrolled in The University Preparation Program (UPP).
How can I contact my UOSS class tutor?
Your class tutor will supply contact details during your first UOSS tutorial (held during Week 2).
Where are my UOSS classes held?
Your classes will be held in a classroom and lecture theatre on UNSW campus. It's important to check the locations of your classrooms each Semester, as they may change. You can find out where your classes are located below.
What do I do if I need to withdraw from the program?
Students who discontinue their current enrolment with the intention of resuming their studies at a later date need to ensure that they formally apply for withdrawal from the UPP program.
Information about withdrawing from the University Preparation Program (pdf)
Further enquiries should be directed to the Admissions
Office:
Email: ugadmis@unsw.edu.au
Tel: +61 2 9385 3228
UOSS 1: You are advised to purchase a copy of University Orientation & Study Skills 1 Course Readings REGZ9000.
UOSS 2: You are advised to purchase a copy of University Orientation & Study Skills 2 Course Readings REGZ9255.
You can find the Course Readings available for sale at the University Bookshop, Quadrangle Building, Ph. 9385 4065 (while stocks last).
You can find UOSS Class notes available in printable PDF format on the Blackboard LMS site.
How can I learn to use Blackboard?
Visit UNSW Blackboard Student Support for further information and guides for getting started.
How about my Student ID, email & zPass? Do I really need them?
YES, you really need them. In order to study you need to access a range of online services (myUNSW, zMail Student email, Blackboard, Library Online) and so will need your student ID and zPass.
Visit the Getting Started site for more info (much of this is aimed at students enrolled in degree programs, but much of it applies to UPP students)
How do I get my results?
Results are emailed to your zMail account after examinations have finished
for each semester. For more information about zMail: https://www.it.unsw.edu.au/students/zmail/index.html
How are UOSS students assessed?
Assessment is continuous and comprises a variety of assignments that are designed to prepare UOSS students for some of the typical forms of assessment they will encounter in a degree program. Tasks like essays, reports, oral presentations, critical reviews, annotated bibliographies and exams are common forms of assessment at university. As many university courses are offered via online learning managment sustems, students also undertake online learning tasks.
How do I hand in my UOSS assignments?
UOSS courses have procedures for submitting assignments.
What if I need more time to finish my work?
UOSS courses have a policy on overdue assignments and extensions that all students should refer to.
If I'm a UPP student, can I use The Learning Centre services?
Not yet. The Learning Centre offers learning and communication assistance to all UNSW students enrolled in a degree program. As the University Preparation Program is a 'non-award' program (that is, not counted towards a degree) UPP students are not yet eligible to use Learning Centre services.
HOWEVER - by undertaking the UOSS courses offered by The Learning Centre you're actually learning all the study skills and strategies we teach. You're also learning them in much greater detail than enrolled students. So you don't really need our services yet - but we hope to see you next year!
What do I do if I'm having problems with a UOSS assignment?
If you're having trouble with your work, ask your UOSS class tutor for some advice. You can also make an appointment to see the UOSS coordinator.
