Headstart. Pre-University summer catch-up courses - Academic Skills, Mathematics, Statistics, Chemistry, Physics - University of Canterbury
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Pre-University summer catch-up courses
Academic Skills, Mathematics, Statistics, Chemistry, Physics
Headstart.
2019
Starting out at university?
Good preparation is a major
factor in successful study
Essential for all students are generic
study skills, including researching,
reading strategically, making notes and
writing effective essays or lab reports.
Mathematics and/or statistics are vital
subjects for students intending to major
in engineering, all sciences including
health science, psychology, forestry
and commerce.
Physics and/or chemistry are key subjects
for students majoring in the physical
sciences, biochemistry and engineering.
Headstart courses at UC Headstart courses are four-week summer Subjects offered
catch-up courses designed for newcomers to
University of Canterbury staff are tertiary study who expect to qualify for entry to This summer, courses will be offered in Academic
committed to student success. university but: Skills, Mathematics, Statistics, Chemistry, and
The best way to achieve this is to Physics. Details about course content are shown
• lack a good grounding in a specific subject, or
be prepared. later in this brochure.
• wish to gain confidence in the skills needed for
If you qualify for university study at tertiary level. Note: Headstart courses do not contribute credit
entrance but lack a strong points towards a degree.
Courses run Monday to Friday, on campus, during
background in a particular subject, or if you have
been away from study for some time, then think
mid January to mid February, before the start of
the first university semester in February. If you
Dates
about our Headstart programme. Headstart courses run during the 2018/19 summer
wish, you can book accommodation at one of our
The Headstart programme offers you the chance halls of residence. period, before the start of the first semester in
to undertake study prior to the academic year February 2019.
All Headstart courses are taught by well-qualified
that will boost your confidence and give you
and supportive tutors. Practical work in the
the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in
University’s well-appointed laboratories features Classes
your first year. The courses are timed to run just
in the relevant courses. Classes are from 14 January to 10 February 2019.
prior to the start of the academic year, so you can
These are intensive courses and extra work will be Monday – Thursday: 10.00 – 12.00am;
work or have a break all summer, then begin your
required outside class hours. 1.00 – 3.00pm, Friday: 9.30am – 12.30pm
Headstart course just before commencing at the
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The Headstart programme runs alongside our for NCEA results to come out, you can enrol in Academic Communication and Study Skills
other summer courses and the campus is alive Headstart to ensure a place, then withdraw if you
with students involved in study, social, cultural find you don’t need it. BRDG016-19SU1
and recreational activities. We have an attractive If you have more time, the Certificate in Mathematics Part One
campus that is the perfect place for you to University Preparation (CUP) offers a more
develop or grow your career. thorough grounding in these subjects. BRDG023-19SU1
Christchurch is a city which welcomes a wide See www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/transition/ Chemistry
range of students and it is close to some of New certificate/
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Zealand’s most beautiful countryside.
Physics
I look forward to welcoming you to UC.
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Special Topic [Statistics]
Catherine Moran,
Assistant Vice-Chancellor (Academic)
Whāia te iti kahurangi
Ki te tūohu koe, me he maunga teitei
Pursue excellence – should you stumble,
let it be to a lofty mountain
Course fee Where do Headstart Courses lead?
$761 Headstart course Prepares you for... Which can then lead to....
Frequently Asked Questions BRDG016-19SU1
MATH101
EMTH118, EMTH119 and other 100-level
Mathematics Part One maths courses
What is covered in Headstart courses?
Headstart maths and statistics cover essential BRDG023-19SU1 CHEM114 or (if you achieve further study in chemistry or
pre-university material generally equivalent to Chemistry a B grade) CHEM111 biochemistry if required
the key concepts in the subjects at NCEA level 2,
BRDG024-19SU1 PHYS111 or (if you achieve a
or Cambridge AS level. Headstart chemistry and further physics and astronomy courses
Physics B+ grade) PHYS101
physics cover key concepts at NCEA level 2/3.
Academic Skills covers skills that are important
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for all degree courses and essential for education, STAT101 further courses in statistics if required
Special Topic [Statistics]
law, commerce, the humanities and the arts.
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Do I need Headstart?
Academic Communication Useful for all subject areas
If you have a strong, recent background in a and Study Skills
subject at NCEA level 3 or equivalent, you don’t
need Headstart.
If you have good, recent results at NCEA level 2,
contact us to discuss whether or not you need
I don’t have my NCEA results yet, so I don’t Enrolling
know whether to enrol in Headstart or not.
Headstart. Select one course only. You can enrol by calling
If you are waiting for NCEA results to come out, the Contact Centre on +64 3 369 3999 or
If you have NCEA level 1 in the relevant subject, or you can enrol in Headstart to ensure a place, then Freephone: 0800 VARSITY (0800 827 748 – within
some credits at level 2, Headstart is right for you. withdraw if you find you don’t need it. New Zealand only) Qualification: COP PREP
If you have no background in your chosen Popular courses have limited entry, while any
subject, you may find Headstart challenging. course with low enrolments might be cancelled, Accommodation
You may need to do some preliminary study so we strongly advise early enrolment. Please visit the Headstart website for information
before attending the course. Contact us to find
on accommodation.
out more. Are Headstart courses a suitable
preparation for study at other universities?
Headstart courses are designed to mesh with
UC 100-level courses, so while they are highly
likely to be helpful to students aiming for e.g.
health sciences or veterinary science at other
universities, we cannot guarantee that they will
be entirely suitable preparation.
Courses
You will learn:
• numerical and algebraic skills
• sampling and what it means
• graphing and summarising data
• the basic concepts of probability
• discrete and continuous random variables
Physics
The physics course provides valuable preparation
for students wishing to advance in Physics,
Engineering or other science-based courses that
require a basic knowledge of physics. Students
who achieve a B+ grade in the course will meet
the pre-requisite for PHYS101. For others it is
preparation for PHYS111. The course focuses
mainly on mechanics and electromagnetism.
You will learn:
All courses are very intensive. Mathematics • Laboratory techniques and practical skills
A student may enrol in only one This course provides essential background for • Classical mechanics: motion, momentum,
course. There will be 4 hours of students wishing to advance in Mathematics forces, energy, motion
or who need Mathematics to support other • Electromagnetism: electrostatics, circuits,
classes per day Monday to Thursday subject areas, for example, Engineering, Physics, capacitance, magnetism, inductance
and 3 hours on Friday. Students Commerce, Computer Science or Chemistry.
must expect to put in extra work Mathematics is also becoming increasingly Chemistry
each day outside of class. important for students majoring in Biology.
This course is for students who wish to advance
You will gain confidence in the basic techniques in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering or
Academic Skills of Mathematics and develop your skills in Forestry. It is also useful for students intending
analysing and solving problems. to study Biological Science or Geology. Students
Academic Communication and Study Skills
is for anyone who qualifies for university You will learn: who achieve a B grade in the course will meet
entry but wants to make sure they are ready • algebraic manipulation and equations the pre-requisite for CHEM111. For others it is
for the transition to tertiary study; especially • functions and their geometry preparation for CHEM114.
those aiming for the Arts, Humanities, Law or • calculus (differentiation and integration) You will learn:
Commerce. It will be particularly useful to those • The nature of matter; chemical bonding
who feel they lack a good background in essential Statistics • Chemical reactions
communication and study skills, or have been • Simple volumetric analysis
This course is for you if you intend to study
away from study for some time.
Statistics at University. Statistics is a compulsory • Energetics of chemical and physical processes
Unless you have good, recent results in subject for all students studying towards a degree • Inorganic and organic chemistry
English or an English-rich subject at NCEA in commerce. It is also important for students
level 3, you should consider taking Academic studying Health Sciences, Sociology, Psychology,
Communication and Study Skills. Forestry or Biological Sciences.
Contact our Liaison Team, liaison@canterbury.
ac.nz or call Freephone: 0800 VARSITY
(0800 827 748) if you wish to discuss your needs. More information Cancellation policy
If you have any questions regarding The University of Canterbury reserves the
You will learn transferable academic
your enrolment contact Joanna Leahy, right to cancel a course due to insufficient
communication and study skills for successful
phone (03) 369 3350. enrolments or other unforeseen circumstances.
university study, such as:
If a course is cancelled you will be advised as
• Effective academic reading and writing For assistance with planning your course of soon as possible and your fee returned in full.
• Information gathering, academic conventions study, contact the Programme Coordinator,
and assignment preparation phyllis.mowe@canterbury.ac.nz Refunds
• Confidence and independent study habits To be sent a copy of the University of The last date to withdraw with full fee refund is
Canterbury Undergraduate prospectus 2018 the first Friday after the official course start date.
please phone 0800 VARSITY (0800 827 748).
Waitangi Day observance
Waitangi Day is observed on 6th February so
there will be no classes that day.
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