Module Study Guide

Academic Year 2024–2025

EL60061E – Advanced Study
Skills (NCB)
Module code – Module Title
Level: 6
Equivalent Credits: 20
Table of Contents
Key team contact details.......................................................................................................................2
Module Tutor:................................................................................................................................2
Subject Librarians..........................................................................................................................2
Programme Leader, Project Manager and Deans..........................................................................2
1 Module overview................................................................................................................................2
1.1 Introduction, aims and summary of content...............................................................................2
1.2 Learning outcomes to be assessed..............................................................................................3
1.3 Scheduled contact hours.............................................................................................................3
2 Assessment and Feedback..................................................................................................................4
2.1 Learning outcomes to be assessed..............................................................................................4
2.2 Summative assessment grid........................................................................................................4
2.3 Assessment brief including criteria mapped to learning outcomes.............................................4
2.3.1 Module Assessment: Portfolio..............................................................................................4
2.4 Learning materials.......................................................................................................................6
3 Things you need to know....................................................................................................................7
3.1 Engagement.................................................................................................................................7
3.2 Need help, just ask.......................................................................................................................7
3.3 Getting support for your studies..................................................................................................8
3.4 Student support...........................................................................................................................8
3.5 Module evaluation – have your say!............................................................................................8
4 Learning Plan......................................................................................................................................9

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Key team contact details
Module Tutors: Wadad Elghawi
[email protected]

Cajiten DSilva
[email protected]

Amerjit Walia
[email protected]

Subject Librarians

London Geller College of Hospitality and Tourism James Concannon

Email [email protected]
Phone 020 8231 2251
Location PE.02.007

School of Computing and Engineering Edyta Krol

Email [email protected]
Phone 020 8231 2787
Location PE.02.007

The Claude Littner Business School Sarah Simpson

Email [email protected]
Phone 020 8231 2648
Location PE.02.007
Programme Leader, Project Manager and Deans
The Programme Leader overseeing this module is Fehmida Mohamedali, and she can be
contacted at [email protected]

The Project Manager responsible for any administrative and logistics matters is Ricky Seghal, and
he can be contacted at [email protected]

1 Module overview
1.1 Introduction, aims and summary of content
Welcome to this edition of the module study guide for the “Advanced Study Skills”
module. In this guide you will find all the information you need regarding the purpose of
the module and its role in the course you are studying. You will also find details of the
module content, the assessment requirements and lists of useful resources.
On completing this module you will be able to:

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 • Develop an understanding of the academic standards and practices which will be
expected of you when you enter postgraduate study in the UK.
• Develop the skills required to plan and work individually and as part of a team.
• To extend your research and study skills for independent learning, necessary for
postgraduate study.
• To extend your numerical, statistical and IT skills required to analyse and present
qualitative and quantitative information.
This module will cover the following areas:
• UK Higher Education – Framework, Regulations and Ethics
• Academic Practice – Producing academic work (e.g. essays, reports,
presentations)
• Academic Practice – Using Secondary Data and Information and Referencing
• Communication – Business Etiquette and Professionalism, Sharing Ideas and
Constructive working
• Independent Learning, Time Management and Task Planning
• Working Effectively as a Team,
• Managing Tasks and Projects
• Research Approaches and Methods
• Qualitative and Quantitative Data Collection, Data Management and Data
Protection

1.2 Learning outcomes to be assessed

1. Plan and manage tasks to work effectively as part of a team.
2. Analyse and synthesise multiple sources of information/data and present the
significance of the results in a coherent manner.
3. Use information technology to search information, produce written work and
produce presentations appropriate to postgraduate study.
4. Communicate information and ideas in a clear and concise manner.

1.3 Scheduled contact hours

Teaching Contact Hours 24 hours
Independent Study Hours 176 hours
Total Learning Hours 200 hours

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2 Assessment and Feedback
2.1 Learning outcomes to be assessed
1. Plan and manage tasks to work effectively as part of a team.
2. Analyse and synthesise multiple sources of information/data and present the
significance of the results in a coherent manner.
3. Use information technology to search information, produce written work and
produce presentations appropriate to postgraduate study.
4. Communicate information and ideas in a clear and concise manner.

2.2 Summative assessment grid

The learning outcomes for each of the assessments is LO1 to LO4. The overall pass mark is 50%.
There is no threshold score.

Type of Assessment Word Count or Weightin Method of Submission & Date of

Equivalent g Feedback

Element 1 – Four N/A 20% Online completion of each LinkedIn

LinkedIn Learning Learning course specified and pasted
courses copy of the achievement certificate for
each
(Learning Materials -> <respective
week> -> Consolidate Activity)
Element 2 - 1 minute presentation 30%
Presentation Online Turnitin submission to
Blackboard by End of Week 12
(written feedback in 15 working days)
Element 3 - Written 500 words excluding 50%
Essay references

2.3 Assessment brief including criteria mapped to

learning outcomes
2.3.1 Module Assessment Portfolio
Assessing Module Learning Outcomes: 1, 2, 3 and 4
There are three elements in this portfolio assessment.
Element 1: Completion of Four LinkedIn Learning courses
You must complete 4 courses as consolidated activities. The assessment will be to
successfully complete the quizzes in each course and gain a certificate or ‘badge’ that
can then be pasted into a Word file and submitted as part of the portfolio at the end of
week 12.
LinkedIn Learning is available from Blackboard through the Home page where the link
is “Show All (9)” (see the figure below). Once a student has registered, the system
should remember them.

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This should take the student to https://idp.uwl.ac.uk/idp/profile/SAML2/Redirect/SSO?
execution=e2s1
Please use this link to set up and access a UWL official LinkedIn account - DO NOT
use your personal LinkedIn account (if you already have one) as LinkedIn
Learning courses are behind a paywall and you might not get your certificates and
therefore you might not pass.
Also DO NOT link your personal account to your UWL one as some students have
found this also caused problems when downloading their certificates.
This component of the assessment portfolio is based on a learning ‘badge’. A learning
badge is a certificate that a person will receive when an institution validates the
accomplishment of a learning activity such as workshop, conferences, social work or
any educational strategy. The badges to be learned and earned are in alignment with
the module competency parameters.
The four courses can be revised as required periodically. You should select 4 from
the following:
Creating a presentation
Writing in Plain Language
Elements of a research question
Being an Effective Team Member
Time Management Fundamentals
Critical Thinking for More Effective Communication

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Weighting: 20% - 5% for each badge provided as evidence of completion
Element 2: Presentation
You are required to design a ten minute presentation in a PowerPoint format firstly on
what you feel you have learnt from this and the other pre-sessional modules. Delivery
might require about 2.5 minutes per slide for instance, but which really depends upon
how much you will wish to say with each slide.
As part of this exercise you must produce a minimum one-minute video
presentation about yourself and what interested you to enrol in your Masters degree
study.
Example:

You are required to upload your video presentation to YouTube, setting up you own
channel and selecting “Unlisted” when uploading the video. Then include the
YouTube link in the presentation slide deck. In this way the presentations slide is not
made large by having the video embedded in it.
Useful information:
Record a slide show with narration and slide timings:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/record-a-slide-show-with-narration-and-
slide-timings-0b9502c6-5f6c-40ae-b1e7-e47d8741161c
Start a presentation automatically with a PowerPoint Show:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/start-a-presentation-automatically-with-a-
powerpoint-show-567ae717-f3cd-4476-9134-c565fb26438f
How to upload the video as “Unlisted” to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=JOr7JluzEOM
Weighting: 30%

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Marking Scheme for Presentation:
Weights Criteria Description

20% Visual Aids Is your presentation slides design creative, clear and easy to
read?

30% Content Are the main points in your presentation clear and well
developed?

30% Delivery Timing (5%) – Is your presentation within one minute?

Voice (5%) – Does your voice come across steady and clear?
Pace (5%) – Does your talking pace consistently appropriate?
Clarity (5%) – Do you communicate the key points clearly?
Engagement (5%) – Does your presentation engaging with the
audience?
Confidence (5%) – Do you speak confidently?

20% Overall Is your overall presentation effective and creating an impact on

presentation your audience?
effectiveness

Element 3: Written Essay

Write about a current trend and technology in a specific industry related to your MSc
course. You are required to research the relevant literature and apply your literature
findings by using examples. You must write by using Harvard Referencing Style.
For example, if you are doing an extended MSc in Software Engineering. You can
write about The Impact of Big Data in Banking.
Word count: 500 words (excluding references)
Weighting: 50%

Marking Scheme for Written Essay:

Weights Criteria Description
20% Knowledge & Does your essay show a thorough knowledge and
Understanding understanding of the topic, with evidence of reading?

20% Critical Analysis Does your essay show the evidence of analysis using ideas and
principles introduced in the module

20% Reading & referencing Do you provide the evidence for your arguments?
Do you use Harvard referencing technique correctly?

20% Use of Language Is your essay displaying a good use of English?

20% Essay structure and Does your essay have a clear structure and within the word
overall presentation count?

For guidance on online submission of assignments, including how to submit and how
to access online feedback, please refer to the UWL Blackboard student-help pages
at: http://www.uwl.ac.uk/blackboardhelp

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 2.4 Learning materials
The reading list for this module is available on Blackboard in the module area or by
searching https://uwl.rl.talis.com/index.html. This shows real-time availability of books
in the library and provides direct links to online resources, recommended by your
lecturer.
https://rl.talis.com/3/uwl/lists/D6D2B800-F956-B70B-8525-9F6FF644D4BA.html?lang=en-GB
Remember to log into Blackboard daily to receive all the latest news and
support available at your module sites!
Subject guides (https://www.uwl.ac.uk/library/finding-and-using-information/subject-
guides-libguides) are also available to help you find relevant information for
assignments, with contact details of the Academic Support Librarian for your School.

3 Things you need to know

3.1 Engagement
Teaching at UWL during the academic year 2021-22 will be conducted using the
UWLFlex model and may involve a range of on site and online teaching and learning
activities. Whether you are engaging with teaching and learning activities on site or
via the UWL Virtual Learning Environment, we expect the same level of commitment
and engagement from you. If you are unable to attend scheduled on site or online
activities or complete activities in the time frames set out, you should let your tutors
know.
You should aim to stick to assessment deadlines; if you are concerned that you will
not be able to complete your assessments on time, you should talk to your tutors.
Your engagement, whether online or on site, will be tracked and if we see that you are
not engaging, we will get in contact with you. However, we encourage you to let us
know if you are struggling so we can work with you to find solutions and get you back
on track as soon as possible. Give yourself the best possible chance to succeed by
engaging with the full range of learning and teaching activities available to you.
All students should refer to the Attendance and Engagement Monitoring Policy
particularly if your course is accredited by a professional body, or if you are an
International student on a Tier-4 visa, or a student on an Apprenticeship course which
have additional requirements.

3.2 Need help, just ask

The University recognises that there are times when you may encounter difficulties
during your course of study and provisions are made to help you. If you are struggling
with meeting deadlines please talk to us, whether it’s your course/module leader,
personal tutor or any member of staff, speak to them so they can get you the support
you need to succeed.
You can extend your deadline if you have a good reason why you are not able to
submit a piece of coursework on time, apply online for an extension before your
deadline. An extension will allow you an extra 10 working days. If an extension is not
sufficient and circumstances beyond your control are preventing you from completing
your assessment, then you can, apply online for mitigation.

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Please remember late submission without extension or mitigation will result in
penalties depending on how late it is, see University Academic Regulations.
You are reminded that the University applies penalties to students who commit an
academic offence, in which case the Academic Offences Regulations will be used to
deal with any cases of academic misconduct including examination offences,
plagiarism and other means of cheating to obtain an advantage.
You are encouraged to seek advice from the Students’ Union Advice Service;
UWLSU support you with all aspects of your academic experience by providing
advice and guidance to ensure you are fully informed of the academic regulations set
out by the University as well as advocate for student views.
You are expected to behave in line with UWL expectations, irrespective of whether
your interactions with staff and other students are in person or online. As you will be
engaging with others online and a range of online materials, it is important to consider
how to stay safe online and ensure your communications are secure and appropriate.
If you have any questions about how to manage your online UWL activities, please
contact your module leader.
If you have an issue about the module, you should speak to your Module Leader or
Course Leader informally in the first instance. Your Course Representative can also
raise your concerns at Course Committees, which take place each semester. If you
are unable to resolve it informally, you should refer to the Complaints Procedure
which is outlined in the student handbook and consult the Students’ Union about it.
The University aims to ensure that issues are resolved informally as quickly as
possible to have minimum impact on your studies.

3.3 Getting support for your studies

Throughout your course of study, you will have access to a wide variety of sources of
support depending on your individual circumstances and needs. Your first point of call
for getting general academic support is your Personal Tutor. As well as approaching
your Module Leader with any questions specifically related to your module and your
Course Leader with questions on your Course, do contact your Personal Tutor or
Apprenticeship Support Link Tutor for academic advice in relation to your studies and
your academic development.
Apart from the University-wide support framework, which encompasses the Module
Leaders, Course Leader, the Subject Librarian, and your Course Administrator, you
will also have at your disposal the UWL Engagement Team. The Engagement Team
offers One-to-One Academic Support opportunities and Academic Skills Workshops
throughout the year, helping you to develop skills relevant to your degree.
Workshops include, for instance, Essay Planning and Writing; Critical Thinking;
Reflective Writing; Group Work and Presentation Skills. Maths Support and English
Language Support opportunities are available too. For more information email or to
register for weekly updates email [email protected] or you can visit our
website to find out more about the support offered by the Engagement Team, such as
Peer Mentoring or online academic skills resources at:
uwl.ac.uk/current-students/support-current-students/academic-support

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3.4 Student support
In addition to the support listed in the previous section, there is also more help offered
by UWL Student Support Services. These are located in The Street at St Mary’s
Road, Ealing campus, but offer drop-in sessions at all UWL sites. They offer a wide
range of support and advice services consisting of Student Advice, and Funding &
Immigration advice; Careers; Counselling; Disability/Mental Health; Inter-faith Advisor;
Placement & Employment; Volunteering; Student Welfare; and Scholarships and
Bursaries.
Contact Student Services (general) for more information at
[email protected] or call 020 8231 2345.

3.5 Module evaluation – have your say!

Towards the end of the module you will be invited to provide anonymous feedback to
the Module Leader through an online survey. This is your opportunity to give some
direct feedback about the module through a series of questions and free text. Your
constructive feedback will help the Module Leader and teaching team to understand
the module experience from your perspective and helps inform the development of
the module. At the end of the survey period, a response to the survey will be available
on Blackboard so that you can see exactly how your voice has been heard.

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4 Learning Plan
Wee Lecture/ Topic Session Activities (See
k Webinar: details in the Consolidate
Folder for each session
in Learning Materials)

1 TBC Module introduction UK Higher Education – Yes

Framework, Regulations and Ethics

2 TBC Academic Practice – Producing academic work Yes

Presentation skills

3 TBC Academic Practice – Using Secondary Data Yes

and Information and Referencing

4 TBC Working Effectively as a Team, Managing Yes

Tasks and Project Management

5 TBC Communication Yes

6 TBC Support Seminar No

7 TBC Research Approaches and Methods Yes

8 TBC Qualitative and quantitative data Yes

9 TBC Analysis, Presentation and Interpretation of Yes

Qualitative data Mixed Methods approaches

10 TBC Independent Learning, Time Management and Yes

Task Planning

11 TBC Summative Assessment Briefing No

12 TBC Seminar for Summative Assessment - All three No

elements (Q&A)

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