Module Outline

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Develop study skills for science

Develop study skills for science

Module
National Code
VU23252
State Code
BB266
DTWD Status
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/08/2025
Field of Education
120103 - Literacy And Numeracy Programmes
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge to establish a range of study strategies and develop specific study skills for science.

This unit applies to learners who are seeking to re-engage with learning in the science field as a pathway to entering or re-entering formal study in science related disciplines.

No occupational licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
Develop effective study strategies for science
  • 1.1 Source information about effective study strategies
  • 1.2 Apply study strategies and techniques to science tasks
  • 1.3 Identify and use tools to aid study
  • 1.4 Investigate available study support services
Develop note-taking skills
  • 2.1 Use a range of techniques to highlight key information
  • 2.2 Use a range of note-taking techniques and methods
  • 2.3 Take accurate notes
Apply critical thinking skills to respond to study tasks
  • 3.1 Determine the purpose and audience for the study task
  • 3.2 Identify key science terms and concepts for the task
  • 3.3 Determine types of input needed to complete the task
  • 3.4 Examine science concepts using critical thinking skills
  • 3.5 Seek advice from others in determining response to the task
Participate in group activity to complete study tasks
  • 4.1 Apply collaborative techniques to analyse task
  • 4.2 Allocate roles and responsibilities
  • 4.3 Produce a timeline for stages of completion
  • 4.4 Establish group work protocols
  • 4.5 Complete collaborative tasks
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AX578 VU22066 Develop study skills for science Unit of competency
Associated Qual/Courses
State Code National Code Title Type
BHE22 22691VIC Certificate II in General Education for Adults Accredited course