ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Unit Reference Number
K/616/2671
Unit Title
Academic and Professional Development
Unit Level
4
Total Qualification Time (TQT)
200 Hours
Guided Learning Hours (GLH)
80 Hours
Number of Credits
20
Mandatory / Optional
Mandatory
Unit Grading Structure
Pass / Fail
Unit Aims The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ academic and professional development skills that will enable them to perform effectively in both their academic and professional life and to engage in lifelong learning and continuous professional development.
Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria Learning Outcome – The learner will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1
Be able to reflect on their own learning style and its impact on their academic studies.
1.1
Summarise the range of different learning styles.
1.2
Reflect on own learning style.
1.3
Use the theory of learning styles to evaluate own approach to learning.
Be able to plan their own professional development and future career path.
2.1
Explain own career path to date.
2.2
Carry out a personal SWOT analysis.
2.3
Prepare future professional development by producing a career plan.
3.1
Classify the different employment sectors of the tourism and hospitality industry.
3.2
Assess the characteristics of a potential employment sector in the tourism and hospitality industry.
3.3
Explain the skills and qualifications required for employment in a potential employment sector in the tourism and hospitality industry.
4.1
Produce written work according to academic conventions.
2
3
4
Understand relevant information on employment sectors within the tourism and hospitality industry.
Be able to apply appropriate academic conventions in written communication.
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