Preparation for Tertiary Success 1
Charles Darwin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level:
CRICOS: 00300K
Preparation for Tertiary Success (PTS) is a tertiary enabling course providing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students with a culturally supported pathway to university readiness. The course integrates Indigenous and Western knowledges and the development of life-long learning skills such as: coping with change, making meaningful links, asking critical questions, expressing creativity, strengthening learning relationships, building resilience and developing strategic learning awareness.This program introduces you to the culture of higher education and builds the academic skills needed to achieve success in your studies.This course is for you if:you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanderyou have not completed year 12you have completed year 12 but did not receive the required ATAR scoreyou have completed a Certificate III or IV course or can demonstrate sufficient skills and knowledge to undertake studiesyou have not studied for a long time and want to refresh your academic skills.
Structure
Preparation for Tertiary Success 1 (ZPTS01) consists of 80 credit points of study comprising five (5) core units and three (3) specialist electives. The electives provide the opportunity to focus on particular areas of interest. The course takes one year to complete.A candidate must successfully complete units totalling 80 credit points (cp) as detailed below. All units are valued at 10 credit points unless indicated.Unit typeCredit PointsSpecific requirementsCore Units (5 units)50cpCompulsory Core units totalling 50 credit points as detailed below.PTS001 Learning IdentityPTS002 Strength and SuccessPTS004 Discipline EnquiryPTS005 Reading and ReflectionPTS007 Introduction to Mathematics Specialist Elective Units (3 units)30cpSpecialist Elective units totalling 30 credit points as detailed below. PTS003 Learning in CommunitiesPTS006 Ways of KnowingPTS009 Introduction to SciencePTS011 Advanced Mathematics 80cpTotal Credit Points
Subjects
- Literacy, Language and Media
Standard entry requirements
To be eligible for the Preparation for Tertiary Success Program (PTS), you must be 18 or over by the census date of the relevant semester and of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. You will need Year 10 or Year 11 standard. If you are a mature person without Year 10 or 11, you can apply on the basis of your skills and experience.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Casuarina | No |
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| DPC Alice Springs (Desert Peoples Centre) | No |
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