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Tertiary Enabling Program (TEP)
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The Common Units Program
Develop students practical academic skills, including: critical thinking, reading, researching and writing
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Do you want to improve your marks, meet other students and study your unit content in a relaxed, friendly and focussed way?
If so, why not join a Peer Assisted Study Session (PASS)?
What is PASS?
PASS (Peer Assisted Study Sessions) are group study sessions conducted by PASS leaders – current students who have successfully completed the targeted unit.
PASS sessions are designed to maximise your understanding of the unit content, in a fun, informal environment. PASS sessions will also help you to develop study skills, as well as exam and assessment techniques specific to the unit. Students who regularly attend sessions often see a significant improvement in their results.
For information on the times and venues for sessions, see the timetable below.
PASS Leaders
PASS Leaders are current students who are trained to run weekly group study sessions. They scored a high mark in the unit they support and have a high GPA overall.
By participating in PASS, you will learn the secrets of their success while developing independent learning skills.
I wish I'd known that podcast
Students chat with PASS Coordinator Andrew about their experience of starting University.
- Psychology student and former PASS Leader Rachel gives her top tips to new students
- Education student Daniel talks about his experience of returning to study.
- Medical student and PASS Leader Senuri gives her advice to new students.
- Local lad Luke chats with Andrew about the pitfalls of group work.
- Nursing student and PASS Leader Emory gives her best advice to new students.
- Andrew chats with nursing student and PASS Leader Kirsten.
- Marketing student and PASS Leader Zoe chats with Andrew about what she wishes she'd known.
- Accounting graduate Ben chats about how to make the most of the overseas student experience.
- Nepalese Accounting student and PASS Leader Gyanu relates his experiences as an overseas student.
- Law student and PASS Leader Mia chats about her passion for the law.
- PASS Leader Sam gives her top tips to new students.
- PASS Leader Patrick talks about his experience of studying law at CDU.
- Overseas student Jenny chats with Andrew about her experience of the LANTITE exam.
PASS timetable
Units for Semester 1 support are now being finalised. Check your Units' learnline sites for details.
Please use a headset with a microphone to get the most out of online PASS Sessions.
PASS Sessions Do not begin until Week 2
| DAY | TIME | ROOM |
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| Wednesday | 6pm (ACST) |
Hi! I'm Lucy and I'm your PASS leader for CUC107. I am a second year external Nursing student. I live in a remote community in Arnhem Land which has fostered my interest in nursing, and my goal to return to Arnhem Land as Remote Area Nurse one day.
I look forward to meeting and working with this semester's CUC107 students.
Lucy Dickson
| DAY | TIME | ROOM |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 5pm - 6pm (ACST) - Online | Online - Click here to enter |
| Tuesday | 5pm - 6pm (ACST) - Online | Online - Click here to enter |
I am a second year Medical student. I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and experience with my peers. Anatomy and Physiology is one of my favourite subjects, I look forward to having informative and enjoyable PASS sessions.
Senuri Pinto
| DAY | TIME | ROOM |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6pm (ACST) - Online | Online - Click here to enter |
| Thursday | 6pm (ACST) - Online | Online - Click here to enter |
Hi! I'm Lucy and I'm your PASS leader for SBI172. I am a second year external Nursing student. I live in a remote community in Arnhem Land which has fostered my interest in nursing, and my goal to return to Arnhem Land as Remote Area Nurse one day.
I look forward to meeting and working with this semester's SBI172 students.
Lucy Dickson
| DAY | TIME | ROOM |
|---|---|---|
| Thursdays | 7pm-8pm (ASCT) - Online | Online - Click here to enter |
I am studying Bachelor of Nursing here at CDU for a second degree (first was Bachelor of Food Science and Technology). I moved from Texas six years ago after a fair bit of travelling around. Originally a winemaker by trade, I have decided to switch careers and join the health field. I live in rural South Australia and love helping out on the farm. Looking forward to being a PASS leader!
Emory Harris
| DAY | TIME | ROOM |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | 7.00pm - 8.00pm (ACST) Online | Online - Click here to enter |
| Sunday | 7.00pm - 8.00pm (ACST) Online | Online - Click here to enter |
I am externally studying a Bachelor of Laws. As a second year student, I can understand those overwhelmed and nervous feelings but also the excitement that comes with completing this core unit. I hope to use my enthusiasm and passion for not only the law but LWZ115 in particular, to allow current students to succeed in it also with excellent results.
Mia Bouras
| DAY | TIME | ROOM |
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| Wednesday | 10:00 am to 11:00 am (ACST) Online | Online - Click here to enter |
| Thursday | 10:00 am to 11:00 am (ACST) Online | Online - Click here to enter |
Hello Everyone,
I am an international student from Nepal doing a Bachelor of Accounting. I will be conducting a Peer Assisted Study Session for ACT102. I am very excited to help and support students studying ACT102 in their studies through the group study session.
My best piece of study advice is to study the suggested textbook in detail along with the lecture notes and slides. This will help students to get in-depth knowledge of the topic and broaden their understanding. Additionally, students should not forget to practice different types of question to build their confidence and practising past exams questions will help students to understand what to expect in their final examination.
Gyanu Khatri
| DAY | TIME | ROOM |
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| Monday | 3:30pm - 4:30 pm (ACST) at Purple 12.1.15 | Online - Click here to enter |
| Thursday | 6:30pm - 7:30pm (ACST) Online | Online - Click here to enter |
Hey all! I am currently in my third year of study in the Bachelor of Engineering Science/Master of Engineering Science (Mechanical). Usually preconceived as a difficult subject, I am really looking forward to meeting and assisting you to see and understand Statics (ENG151) from a whole new perspective, in a fun and supportive environment.
Have a great semester ahead!
Nathan Lim
| Monday | 5pm - 6pm (ACST) - Online | Online - Click here to enter |
| Friday | 6.30 pm - 7.30pm (ACST) - Online | Online - Click here to enter |
I am going into my second year of nursing at CDU and will be going it all online for the first time! Before I decided to start my nursing degree, I worked for a few years in cattle export industry in remote areas of the NT afer having finished my first year I am loving it and can't wait to share this enthusiasm with other students.
Cultural safety in healtcare is a great subject and I am really looking forward to sharing my knowledge and experience with you all to help make this an enjoyable unit.
Kelsey Pocock
| DAY | TIME | ROOM |
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| Thursdays | 4pm - 5pm - Online | Online - Click here to enter |
I am studying Bachelor of Nursing here at CDU for a second degree (first was Bachelor of Food Science and Technology). I moved from Texas six years ago after a fair bit of travelling around. Originally a winemaker by trade, I have decided to switch careers and join the health field. I live in rural South Australia and love helping out on the farm. Looking forward to being a PASS leader!
Emory Harris
Contact
P: (08) 8946 6541 (Monday to Wednesday)