Communication & Learning Skills (G6066)
Communication and Learning Skills
Module G6066
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 3 (sub-degree)
Module Outline
To assist the student in developing a range of communication, personal organisation and learning skills to enable them to pursue a computing degree course at The Â鶹´«Ã½ of Sussex, and a career as a computing professional. Topics covered may include:
. Study skills & approaches to learning in HE
. Giving presentations
. Project planning: work breakdown, time management
. Writing skills: report structure, presenting technical information
. Referencing and citing sources
. Team working: roles and process
. Reflection on learning
Library
Cottrell, S. 1999, The study skills handbook, Macmillan
S3: Study Success at Sussex (http://www.sussex.ac.uk/s3/)
Computing
Standard GTS networked PC + data projector
Access to online resources and course notes
Module learning outcomes
Present technical information in a clear and structured fashion
Demonstrate familiarity with techniques for conducting, evaluating and reporting on research
Reflect on their own approach to study and how to improve their learning experience
Collaborate effectively with others to plan, implement and evaluate a group project
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Portfolio | A1 Week 1 | 20.00% |
| Group Presentation | T1 Week 7 (15 minutes) | 10.00% |
| Portfolio | T1 Week 11 | 70.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Workshop | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Mr Ramiz Alihodzic
Assess convenor
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