TERTIARY STUDY SKILLS
WELCOME TO OPEN POLYTECHNIC Whether you are looking to improve your career prospects or learn something new, we can help you achieve your goal. We specialise in open learning – learning that gives you more freedom to decide what you study and where you study. Our courses are specifically designed for delivery by distance, which means you can fit your study around your life. And just because you are learning by distance, doesn’t mean you have to do it alone. You will have access to your tutors and lecturers by email or phone and to other students studying the same course through the Online Campus, the student support section of our website. It is our goal to make sure that you enjoy your study and that you succeed. So welcome to learning for today’s world, and congratulations on taking up the challenge of further education.
Please note that information contained in this brochure may be subject to change without notice.
Key dates TRIMESTER 3, 2014 Enrolments open for 2015
1 November 2014
Enrolments close for Trimester 3
2 November 2014
Trimester 3 officially begins Last day for withdrawing (with refund) Last day for withdrawing (no refund)
10 November 2014 7 December 2014 25 January 2015
TRIMESTER 1, 2015 Enrolments close for Trimester 1 Trimester 1 officially begins Last day for withdrawing (with refund) Last day for withdrawing (no refund)
17 February 2015 2 March 2015 29 March 2015 24 May 2015
TRIMESTER 2, 2015 Enrolments close for Trimester 2 Trimester 2 officially begins Last day for withdrawing (with refund) Last day for withdrawing (no refund)
3 July 2015 13 July 2015 9 August 2015 4 October 2015
TRIMESTER 3, 2015 Enrolments open for 2016
1 November 2015
Enrolments close for Trimester 3
1 November 2015
Trimester 3 officially begins
9 November 2015
Last day for withdrawing (with refund)
6 December 2015
Last day for withdrawing (no refund)
24 January 2016
Note: All fees must be paid before the trimester starts so that we can confirm your enrolment and send you your course materials. If you are planning to pay your fees by student loan, you need to apply to StudyLink at least four weeks before the start of the trimester.
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OPEN POLYTECHNIC CERTIFICATE IN TERTIARY STUDY SKILLS Qualification code: OP4240 Level: 4
QUALIFICATION If you are thinking of taking up tertiary study for the first time or you’ve been away from study for a while, the Open Polytechnic Certificate in Tertiary Study Skills is a good place to start. The certificate is made up of two courses to help you develop learning strategies, academic writing, information literacy, research and online learning skills to get you underway in tertiary study. You will have a mentor for your first course to support your learning. For your second course you will choose an area of interest like business, communication, environment or psychology. When you successfully complete the second course, you will achieve the Open Polytechnic Certificate in Tertiary Study Skills and have one course towards an Open Polytechnic qualification at Level 5 or above.
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QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE To successfully achieve the Open Polytechnic Certificate in Tertiary Study Skills you need to complete TSS444 Tertiary Study Skills and one elective course. We recommend that you choose your elective course from the subject area you want to study in the future as it will count towards an Open Polytechnic qualification at Level 5 or above. For example: If you want to study psychology, we recommend you choose 73132 Psychology of Stress. During TSS444 you will be given assistance to help choose your second course if you need it. COURSE CODE
COURSE
LEVEL
CREDITS
4
20
Compulsory course TSS444
Tertiary Study Skills
Select one course from the electives below Elective Option A – Recommended for Bachelor of Business or Communication qualifications 72140
Business Communication
5
20
Elective Option C – Recommended for New Zealand Diploma in Business 560
Business Communication
5
20
Elective Option D – Recommended for Bachelor of Applied Science (Psychology) or Information and Library Studies qualifications 72142
Accessing Information
5
20
Elective Option E – Recommended for Bachelor of Social Work or Diploma in Health and Human Behaviour
73130
Relationship and Communication Management
5
20
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Elective Option F – Recommended for Diploma in Psychology 73132
Psychology of Stress
5
20
Elective Option G – Recommended for Environment qualifications 72191
Global Environmental Studies
5
20
72194
Sustainability and New Zealand
5
20
Elective Option H – Recommended for Humanities qualifications 74104
Introducing Humanities and Arts
5
20
72141
Academic Writing
5
20
Elective Option J – Recommended for Information and Library Studies qualifications 72170
The Information Industry
5
20
Elective Option K – Recommended for Social Sciences qualifications 74111
Aotearoa New Zealand Society
5
20
COURSE AVAILABILITY To view course availability, please visit the course page on our website.
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General information ASSESSMENT TSS444 Tertiary Study Skills and your Level 5 elective course are internally assessed with no examination. Your assessments need to be word processed and submitted online.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Applicants need a minimum of NCEA Level 2 or equivalent to gain admission into this certificate. All applicants will need to have a basic knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS You need to have access to a computer with Microsoft Office software (or similar) and the internet so you can send and receive emails and submit your assessments online. You also require a telephone so you can get in contact with your mentor.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE English is the language of study at Open Polytechnic. You will need to be able to read and write well in English so you can understand course materials and also submit written assessments. There are criteria that must be met if English is not your first language. For more information about English language requirements, please call freephone 0508 650 200 or visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/englishlanguage
STUDY TIME You will need to complete an average of 10–12 (200 á 17) hours of study per week.
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FEES Fees are displayed on each course and qualification page on our website. Visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz and browse our subjects and courses to find the fee information you need. New Zealand students A New Zealand student is any New Zealand citizen, including citizens or permanent residents of the Cook Islands, Tokelau or Niue studying there or in New Zealand; New Zealand residents or New Zealand permanent residents living in New Zealand; and Australian citizens or Australian permanent residents living in New Zealand. For more information contact us – see the last page of this brochure for contact details. International students International students who are residing in New Zealand and studying part-time must have a verified work permit/visa. Please note the expiry date must be after the end date of your course.You also need to have one of the following: · A Variation of Conditions allowing study at Open Polytechnic. · A letter of authorisation from your employer (on letterhead) confirming that you need to undertake this training as part of your job. International fees must be paid in full at the time of enrolment.
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Overseas handling fee If you live overseas, you will need to pay an extra international handling charge. The amount of this fee will depend on where you live. The overseas handling fee will be added to your course fees when you enrol. LOCATION
CHARGE PER TRIMESTER
Australia
$50
South Pacific region
$70
East Asia and North America
$95
Europe
$105
Rest of the world
$120
SET TEXTS You may need set texts for your elective course. These are an additional cost and are not included in your course fees. A list of set texts required is on our website at openpolytechnic.ac.nz/textbooks Texts can be bought online via a link on the qualification page on our website. Or you can go to vicbooks.co.nz and click the Open Polytechnic link.
LOANS, ALLOWANCES AND OTHER FUNDING Student loans and allowances are administered by StudyLink. We recommend that you apply for a student loan at least four weeks before the trimester starts. We cannot confirm your enrolment or send your course materials until your fees have been paid. For more information, or to find out if you’re eligible for a student loan, visit studylink.govt.nz or give StudyLink a call on 0800 88 99 00. Financial assistance We have a fund to help students who are in financial need and have no other option for financial support. This fund is available for course fees and/or set textbooks. Conditions apply. Contact us for more information. See the last page of this brochure for contact details.
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Scholarships We also offer a range of scholarships to support students. Visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/scholarships for more information.
ENROLMENT You can enrol online from our website. Visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/howtoenrol for more information. You will be advised if additional information is needed to progress your application, and you can usually complete this online during the application process. Before you enrol we recommend you contact the programme leader to discuss your options. See the last page of this brochure for contact details. See the ‘key dates’ section at the beginning of this brochure for enrolment deadlines for each trimester.
LEARNING SUPPORT Your mentor To help you with the qualification we will assign you a mentor, who you can contact for help with your study and online learning. During the course you will have the opportunity to download your electronic course and seek help if needed. You will be advised of their contact details at the beginning of the trimester. Your tutor You will have a tutor for each course you study. Your tutor is there to help you through the course work and follow your progress. You can contact them on our freephone or by email, fax or letter. Student Information You can find current enrolment and study information on our website including details of our systems and processes and the services we offer. Visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/studywithus to find out more.
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Te Wähanga Whakapakari Ako (the Learning Centre) Te Wähanga Whakapakari Ako (the Learning Centre) can help you with a wide range of learning support services and resources. These include: · tips and techniques to help you succeed in online and distance learning · one-to-one consultations with a learning advisor (telephone or email) · StudyWise and ExamWise which are free online study and exam preparation workshops · disability services · a student mentoring programme. For more information visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/learningsupport Te Kura Wänanga (the Mäori Office) Te Kura Wänanga (the Mäori Office) can help you with your learning and cultural needs in a kaupapa Mäori context. We use Mäori values and principles to enhance your learning journey. For more information visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/maorisupport Online Campus Online Campus is the area of our website where you can: · access and submit assessments · link to web pages specific to your course, including frequently asked questions (FAQ), assessment hints, web resources, staff information and sometimes online quizzes and tutorials · communicate with other students in your course, and with your lecturer or mentor · access the library · download past exam papers (if applicable).
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My Open Polytechnic My Open Polytechnic is our online portal for our students. With My Open Polytechnic you can: · update your details · view your study information · track the status of your materials · access your assessment submission deadlines, assessment extensions, marks and final grades for each course · check your account balance · access Online Campus, the library and learning centre. Once you’re enrolled, you can also keep track of your study information on the go with the My Open Polytechnic smartphone app called My OP. To download the app, search for “My OP” on the App Store (Apple iPhone) or Google Play Store (Android smartphone). These come pre-installed on your smartphone. Library We provide a library service for students. There is no additional fee for using it. The library service provides: · online resources · guides on how to search for information · a distance lending service with free and fast delivery · information about study techniques. For more information about the library visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/oplibrary
Further study For information on other courses and qualifications available at Open Polytechnic, visit our website or contact us.
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Contact us Website: openpolytechnic.ac.nz Freephone: 0508 650 200 Overseas phone: +64 4 913 5300 Email: customerservices@openpolytechnic.ac.nz Private Bag 31914 Lower Hutt 5040 New Zealand To find out more about this course, contact: Tertiary Study Skills Programme Leader Email: tss@openpolytechnic.ac.nz Freephone: 0508 650 200
OTHER USEFUL CONTACT DETAILS StudyLink Website: studylink.govt.nz Phone: 0800 889 900 NZQA Website: nzqa.govt.nz Email: helpdesk@nzqa.govt.nz Phone: 04 463 3000 PO Box 160 Wellington 6140 New Zealand
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