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Duration
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About

Build Learning Skills to Excel at University. Learn to solve problems, think critically, and communicate effectively in your university courses with the Academic Skills for University Success Specialization offered by Coursera in partnership with The University of Sydney.

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Overview

Develop skills in information & digital literacy, problem-solving, critical thinking and communication.

This Academic Skills for University Success Specialization offered by Coursera in partnership with The University of Sydney is a high-level academic skills course designed to increase your level of academic preparedness prior to commencement of your studies in an English-medium university. 

The course equips you for full participation and engagement with your studies by building awareness and understanding of the core values and expectations of academic culture.

Advance your subject-matter expertise

  • Learn in-demand skills from university and industry experts
  • Master a subject or tool with hands-on projects
  • Develop a deep understanding of key concepts
  • Earn a career certificate from The University of Sydney

Skills you'll gain

  • Problem Solving
  • Writing
  • Creative Problem-Solving
  • Communication
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Research
  • Digital Communications
  • Critical Thinking
  • Ethical Standards And Conduct
  • Information Management

Programme Structure

Courses included:

  • Information & Digital Literacy for University Success
  • Problem-Solving Skills for University Success
  • Critical Thinking Skills for University Success
  • Communication Skills for University Success
  • Academic Skills for University Success: Capstone

Key information

Duration

  • Part-time
    • 4 months
    • 10 hrs/week

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

Language

English

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

  • Mountain View, United States

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Beginner Level

  • No prior experience required.

Tuition Fee

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    Free
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  • $59/month, cancel anytime or $399/year with 14-day money-back guarantee

Funding

Coursera provides financial aid to learners who cannot afford the fee. Apply for it by clicking on the Financial Aid link beneath the "Enroll" button on the left. You'll be prompted to complete an application and will be notified if you are approved. You'll need to complete this step for each course in the Specialization, including the Capstone Project.

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