How To Get A Good Grade At Curtin University

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1 WELCOME. TO THE. FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES

2 Orientation Week - Semester Today Sara Carroll Director of Students Faculty of Health Sciences Welcome you Provide an overview of our Faculty Explain our unique first year structure Prepare you for University Inform you of our University s services and offerings

of our Faculty Explain our unique first year structure Prepare you

3 We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of this Land, the Nyungar people, and pay respect to the Elders of their community Welcome

4 Welcome to Curtin University Professor Deborah Terry Vice Chancellor & President Curtin University Professor Michael Berndt Pro Vice Chancellor Faculty of Health Sciences

5 Congratulations for Choosing Curtin University Bright active campus with excellent facilities Wide range of courses Excellent links with industry Job ready graduates Curtin Leadership Centre Dedicated and committed staff Good public transport options to campus

links with industry Job ready graduates Curtin Leadership Centre

6 Congratulations on choosing Health Sciences Rewarding jobs that allow you to make a difference Good job prospects Good pay Lots of flexibility

7 Health Sciences at Curtin We educate more health professionals than any other tertiary institute in the state Diverse range of accredited courses Strong industry links Established clinical placements and fieldwork partners who provide work integrated learning Go Global Placements

courses Strong industry links Established clinical placements and

8 Go Global Program Health sciences students have an opportunity to participate in the awardwinning Go Global program Complete a 5 week international fieldwork placement with other health professionals: Cambodia China India Vietnam

program Complete a 5 week international fieldwork

9 New Learning Facilities New strength & conditioning lab Model Pharmacy Collaborative Learning Spaces Biomedical science labs Rehabilitation suites

10 Our Schools & Undergraduate Courses Biomedical Science Human Biology (Preclinical) Laboratory Medicine Molecular Genetics & Biotechnology Oral Health Medical Imaging Science Nursing, Midwifery & Paramedicine Nursing Midwifery Paramedicine OT & Social Work Occupational Therapy Social Work Pharmacy Pharmacy Physiotherapy & Exercise Science Physiotherapy Exercise, Sports & Rehabilitation Science Psychology & Speech Pathology Psychology Psych & Human Resource Management Speech Pathology Public Health Food Science & Technology Health Sciences Health, Safety & Environment Health Information Management Health Promotion Health Promotion/Nutrition Health Promotion/Health and Safety Nutrition

Science Physiotherapy Exercise, Sports & Rehabilitation Science Psychology & Speech Pathology Psychology Psych & Human Resource Management Speech Pathology Public Health

11 Our Schools & Undergraduate Courses Biomedical Science Human Biology (Preclinical) Laboratory Medicine Molecular Genetics & Biotechnology Oral Health Medical Imaging Science Nursing, Midwifery & Paramedicine Nursing Midwifery Paramedicine OT & Social Work Occupational Therapy Social Work Pharmacy Pharmacy Physiotherapy & Exercise Science Physiotherapy Exercise, Sports & Rehabilitation Science Psychology & Speech Pathology Psychology Psych & Human Resource Management Speech Pathology Public Health Food Science & Technology Health Sciences Health, Safety & Environment Health Information Management Health Promotion Health Promotion/Nutrition Health Promotion/Health and Safety Nutrition

12 Our Postgraduate Courses Graduate Certificates, Diplomas & Masters by Coursework Biomedical Sciences Clinical Nursing Clinical Classification Clinical Pharmacy Clinical Physiotherapy Environmental Health Food Science & Technology Health Administration Health Promotion Graduate Entry Masters Courses Dietetics Nursing Practice Occupational Therapy Pharmacy Physiotherapy Speech Pathology International Health Midwifery Nurse Practitioner Paramedicine Occupational Health & Safety Occupational Medicine Occupational Therapy Psychology Public Health Sexology Research Courses Masters by Research PhDs Professional Doctorates

Dietetics Nursing Practice Occupational Therapy Pharmacy Physiotherapy Speech Pathology International Health Midwifery Nurse Practitioner Paramedicine

13 IPE Interprofessional Education occurs when two or more professions learn with, from and about each other to improve collaboration and the quality of care CAIPE (2002) Student Opportunities Include the HIPE (Health Interprofessional Education) Conference, Go-Global & Case-based Workshops

Student Opportunities Include the HIPE (Health Interprofessional Education)

14 Health Sciences at Curtin Interprofessional First Year (IPFY) Involves students from over 20 courses Each course contains units worth various credits Full-time load is 100 credits per semester (4x25 credit units) All have half their first year units in common Another quarter are shared units Great opportunities to learn about other Health Professions Easier to switch courses if that s what you decide

credit units) All have half their first year units in common Another quarter are shared units Great

15 First Semester of Study Credits Second Semester of Study Credits CORE UNITS - ALL STUDENTS Foundations for Professional Health Practice 25 CORE UNITS - ALL STUDENTS Evidence Informed Health Practice 25 Human Structure and Function 25 Heath and Health Behaviour 12.5 ONE COURSE SHARED UNIT eg Intro to Psychology Intro to Chem ONE DISCIPLINE UNIT eg Food and Nutrition Principles Foundations of Nursing Practice Indigenous Culture and Health ONE COURSE SHARED UNIT eg Integrated Systems Anatomy and Physiology Brain and Behaviour 25 ONE DISCIPLINE UNIT eg Occupational Therapy Principles and Practice Total credits 100 Total credits Centrelink fulltime load 75 credits

5 ONE COURSE SHARED UNIT eg Intro to Psychology Intro to Chem ONE DISCIPLINE UNIT eg Food and Nutrition Principles Foundations of Nursing Practice Indigenous Culture and

16 Flipped classroom strategy Many traditional lectures are now online resources Can access when and where you wish, as many times as you like You need to do your homework before you come to class Maximise what you get out of your face-to-face classes Up to you to organise your follow-up study Work in a team in and out of class Full-time study is a full-time job

come to class Maximise what you get out of your face-to-face classes Up to you to organise

17 A few facts about studying at Uni. Entry to your course does not guarantee graduation nor employment This opportunity is yours to set yourself up for a rewarding and satisfying career Don t waste your time or your money

18 A tiny piece of advice. Get organised Read your unit outlines and create your study calendar Keep up to date Seek and use feedback Have the time and energy to make the most of opportunities Ask for help

19 Get involved in campus life Check Out Curtin Guild Curtin Leadership Centre Earn While You Learn (get a job on campus) Curtin Volunteers Student Ambassador Program And volunteer for Open Day or Orientation Week Your Student Club START mentor program

Curtin Volunteers Student Ambassador Program And volunteer for

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22 Your Health Science Rep! My name is Jayne Kazich. My job essentially is to represent the students in Health Science. And promote health on campus. I m a 5 th semester Nursing student and am loving it!

23 What do we do for you? Discounts! On food, beverages and other cool stuff. Student assist Equity departments Events, freebies and fun times!

24 Student Assist Student Assist are the welfare, support, and advocacy service of the Curtin Student Guild Academic Misconduct Bookshop Grants Career & Resume Assistance Tenancy Advice Appeals of Grades Appealing Termination Legal Assistance Tax Help Childcare Grants

25 Equity Departments

26 Social Wicked The Tav Every Wednesday during semester! Funk n Fridays from 4pm on Fridays! Winter Wonderland party, THIS FRIDAY! Family Funk Picnic 7 th of August Guild Ball- 2 nd of October Pasar Malam 16 th October And many, many, many more!

27 Clubs and Societies We have clubs based around... Academic International Issues based Social Special Interest Religion And many more!!! Sign up on the 5 th of August at Guild Day

28 Sign up today!

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32 Finally a few facts about studying at Uni.

33 But don t stress - You are not alone ACADEMIC QUESTIONS AND CONCERNS Course Co-ordinators in your School Student Services Office (Level 2 in 407) The Library Careers Centre The Learning Centre English Support Services

34 But don t stress - You are not alone EXTRACURRICULAR QUESTIONS & CONCERNS Your student mentors Student Well Being Advisors Scholarships Office $$$ Student Guild Careers Centre Counselling Health Service Physio Clinic Dental Hygiene Clinic

35 Make the Most of O Week Check out The Library The Stadium Guild shops Parking and transport options Scholarships website Find out about Blackboard 2pm next door Look up the Careers Centre and register for Earn While You Learn It s all up to you!

36 It will be Christmas before you know it

Clinical Placement Settings & Priority Areas

Clinical Placement Settings & Priority Areas The Request for Proposal document (RFP) for the Clinical Training Funding for Student Growth and Expanding Clinical Training Capacity identified the following