Program Overview

Introduction to Study Link at Charles Sturt University

Charles Sturt University offers a unique program called Study Link, designed to prepare students for university study. This program provides short, self-paced courses that fill knowledge gaps, enhance skills, and build confidence.

Benefits of Study Link

Study Link courses are beneficial for students who have been out of education for a while or are new to university study. These courses help students develop the skills required for university study, such as critical thinking, effective communication, self-reliance, entrepreneurship, and adaptability.

Categories of Study Link Subjects

There are four categories of Study Link subjects:

• Transition subjects
• Writing subjects
• Mathematics and statistics subjects
• Science subjects

How Study Link Subjects Work

Most Study Link subjects are delivered online and can include videos, diagrams, and text. Students can set their own pace and access the learning materials at any time, taking up to five months to complete a subject if needed. These subjects are non-credit bearing, meaning there is no pressure as they do not count towards the student's degree.

Support and Guidance

When students register for a Study Link subject, they also get access to a subject coordinator who will support and guide them throughout their study. The subject coordinator can answer questions about the content of the course, provide feedback on progress, and point students to resources and contacts if they have questions about starting at university.

Completing a Study Link Subject

When students log in to the learning portal, they will find an easily navigable system that shows their Study Link subjects and charts their progress through them. They will learn about the objectives of the course, meet their subject coordinator, and find details of how to contact them. As they navigate through the course, they will find knowledge reviews that let them test their learning. Upon completing all the sections and knowledge reviews, students receive a Certificate of Satisfactory Completion.

Weekend Workshops

Some Study Link subjects are also offered as weekend workshops, typically in Sydney. These intensive sessions provide an opportunity for students to interact with the subject coordinator and their fellow students, covering a wide range of topics in workshops, group discussions, and activities.

Testimonials

Students who have participated in Study Link subjects have found them to be highly beneficial in preparing them for university study. For example, Mark Arsic attended a Study Link intensive weekend workshop on essay writing and found it to be the best way to learn about academic language features and how to use them in an effective essay plan. Helen Barnett, who returned to university after a long break, found Study Link subjects helpful in adapting to the university study environment and gaining confidence in her abilities.

Conclusion

Study Link at Charles Sturt University is a valuable resource for students who want to prepare themselves for university study. With its flexible online delivery, supportive subject coordinators, and wide range of subjects, Study Link provides students with the skills and confidence they need to succeed in their university studies.