General Information
This subject will provide students with the basic academic skills required to undertake tertiary study. Students will be introduced to the areas of research, essay writing, report writing and referencing, and will workshop and develop these skills through a series of focused activities. Further, students will develop a portfolio connecting their academic skills development to the development of transferrable skills for ongoing university study and beyond to the workplace.
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Details
Academic unit: Bond University College Subject code: BCDP02-077 Subject title: Personal Development Portfolio Subject level: Undergraduate Semester/Year: May 2023 Credit points: 10.000 -
Delivery & attendance
Timetable: https://bond.edu.au/timetable Delivery mode: Standard Workload items: - Seminar: x12 (Total hours: 36) - No Description
- Personal Study Hours: x12 (Total hours: 84) - Personal Study Hours
Attendance and learning activities: -
Resources
Prescribed resources: No Prescribed resources.
After enrolment, students can check the Books and Tools area in iLearn for the full Resource List.iLearn@Bond & Email: iLearn@Bond is the Learning Management System at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, class recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment, and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications.
Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student.
To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au
| Academic unit: | Bond University College |
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| Subject code: | BCDP02-077 |
| Subject title: | Personal Development Portfolio |
| Subject level: | Undergraduate |
| Semester/Year: | May 2023 |
| Credit points: | 10.000 |
| Timetable: | https://bond.edu.au/timetable |
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| Delivery mode: | Standard |
| Workload items: |
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| Attendance and learning activities: |
| Prescribed resources: | No Prescribed resources. After enrolment, students can check the Books and Tools area in iLearn for the full Resource List. |
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| iLearn@Bond & Email: | iLearn@Bond is the Learning Management System at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, class recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment, and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au |
Enrolment requirements
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Nil |
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| Assumed knowledge: |
Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for students’ lack of prior knowledge.
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Nil |
Assurance of learning
Assurance of Learning means that universities take responsibility for creating, monitoring and updating curriculum, teaching and assessment so that students graduate with the knowledge, skills and attributes they need for employability and/or further study.
At Bond University, we carefully develop subject and program outcomes to ensure that student learning in each subject contributes to the whole student experience. Students are encouraged to carefully read and consider subject and program outcomes as combined elements.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge and skills that will be achieved on completion of the program. If you are undertaking this subject as part of a degree program, you should refer to the relevant degree program outcomes and graduate attributes as they relate to this subject.
Subject Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
On successful completion of this subject the learner will be able to:
- Prepare for intensive study and plan for success within the University environment.
- Locate information for university assessments using online research databases, and engage in source evaluation to identify credible and useful sources.
- Structure and outline academic works including essays and reports.
- Apply referencing conventions in academic writing, and understand its importance for maintaining academic integrity.
- Demonstrate transferrable skills relevant to university study and the workplace.
- Evaluate personal progress and performance through self reflection.
Generative Artificial Intelligence in Assessment
The University acknowledges that Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI) tools are an important facet of contemporary life. Their use in assessment is considered in line with students’ development of the skills and knowledge which demonstrate learning outcomes and underpin study and career success. Instructions on the use of Gen-AI are given for each assessment task; it is your responsibility to adhere to these instructions.
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Assessment details
Type Task % Timing* Outcomes assessed Exercise Students will reflect on the outcomes of their Clifton Strengths personality diagnostics tests. 15.00% Week 4 1,5,6 Portfolio The Portfolio will include a collection of work completed throughout the semester. The portfolio will include a study planner, summaries and reflections, a personalised support plan, key pieces of an employment application, and a personal strategy. 40.00% Week 12 1,2,3,4,5,6 Skills Test^ Students complete two online quizzes in total. The first online quiz is due in week 4, and the second online quiz is due in week 7. The quizzes assess the skills and knowledge developed in the weekly seminars. Both online quizzes are to be completed within a 72 hour window. 25.00% Progressive 2,3,4 Student Engagement^ Students will complete worksheets / activities during weeks 2-6 based on course content to assess their participation and engagement in class. 20.00% Ongoing 1,2,3,4,5,6 - ^ Students must pass this assessment to pass the subject
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
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Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria
High Distinction 85-100 Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. Distinction 75-84 Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. Credit 65-74 Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. Pass 50-64 Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. Fail 0-49 Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
| Type | Task | % | Timing* | Outcomes assessed |
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| Exercise | Students will reflect on the outcomes of their Clifton Strengths personality diagnostics tests. | 15.00% | Week 4 | 1,5,6 |
| Portfolio | The Portfolio will include a collection of work completed throughout the semester. The portfolio will include a study planner, summaries and reflections, a personalised support plan, key pieces of an employment application, and a personal strategy. | 40.00% | Week 12 | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
| Skills Test^ | Students complete two online quizzes in total. The first online quiz is due in week 4, and the second online quiz is due in week 7. The quizzes assess the skills and knowledge developed in the weekly seminars. Both online quizzes are to be completed within a 72 hour window. | 25.00% | Progressive | 2,3,4 |
| Student Engagement^ | Students will complete worksheets / activities during weeks 2-6 based on course content to assess their participation and engagement in class. | 20.00% | Ongoing | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
- ^ Students must pass this assessment to pass the subject
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
Assessment criteria
| High Distinction | 85-100 | Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. |
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| Distinction | 75-84 | Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. |
| Credit | 65-74 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. |
| Pass | 50-64 | Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. |
| Fail | 0-49 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. |
Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
Study Information
Submission procedures
Students must check the iLearn@Bond subject site for detailed assessment information and submission procedures.
Policy on late submission and extensions
A late penalty will be applied to all overdue assessment tasks unless an extension is granted by the subject coordinator. The standard penalty will be 10% of marks awarded to that assessment per day late with no assessment to be accepted seven days after the due date. Where a student is granted an extension, the penalty of 10% per day late starts from the new due date.
Academic Integrity
Bond University‘s Student Code of Conduct Policy , Student Charter, Academic Integrity Policy and our Graduate Attributes guide expectations regarding student behaviour, their rights and responsibilities. Information on these topics can be found on our Academic Integrity webpage recognising that academic integrity involves demonstrating the principles of integrity (honesty, fairness, trust, professionalism, courage, responsibility, and respect) in words and actions across all aspects of academic endeavour.
Staff are required to report suspected misconduct. This includes all types of plagiarism, cheating, collusion, fabrication or falsification of data/content or other misconduct relating to assessment such as the falsification of medical certificates for assessment extensions. The longer term personal, social and financial consequences of misconduct can be severe, so please ask for help if you are unsure.
If your work is subject to an inquiry, you will be given an opportunity to respond and appropriate support will be provided. Academic work under inquiry will not be marked until the process has concluded. Penalties for misconduct include a warning, reduced grade, a requirement to repeat the assessment, suspension or expulsion from the University.
Feedback on assessment
Feedback on assessment will be provided to students according to the requirements of the Assessment Procedure Schedule A - Assessment Communication Procedure.
Whilst in most cases feedback should be provided within two weeks of the assessment submission due date, the Procedure should be checked if the assessment is linked to others or if the subject is a non-standard (e.g., intensive) subject.
Accessibility and Inclusion Support
Support is available to students where a physical, mental or neurological condition exists that would impact the student’s capacity to complete studies, exams or assessment tasks. For effective support, special requirement needs should be arranged with the University in advance of or at the start of each semester, or, for acute conditions, as soon as practicable after the condition arises. Reasonable adjustments are not guaranteed where applications are submitted late in the semester (for example, when lodged just prior to critical assessment and examination dates).
As outlined in the Accessibility and Inclusion Policy, to qualify for support, students must meet certain criteria. Students are also required to meet with the Accessibility and Inclusion Advisor who will ensure that reasonable adjustments are afforded to qualifying students.
For more information and to apply online, visit BondAbility.
Additional subject information
Students are expected to attempt and submit all items of assessment in this subject. As part of an Academic Recovery initiative for this subject, students at risk of not passing may be offered additional assessment. To qualify, students must have made a robust attempt at all assessment items, have demonstrated satisfactory attendance, and be in good academic standing (not guilty of a level 2 or higher breach of Academic Integrity in the subject).
Subject curriculum
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Introduction and Overview
Students will be introduced to the subject, educators, and provided an assessment and activity overview.
SLOs included
- Prepare for intensive study and plan for success within the University environment.
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The Research Process & Personality Diagnostics
Students are introduced to the research process and learn to explore various resources available through the online library database. Students develop skills to identify credible sources of information, learning the difference between primary and secondary research. Further, students will complete a diagnostic test to identify personality traits, values, and behavioral tendencies.
SLOs included
- Prepare for intensive study and plan for success within the University environment.
- Locate information for university assessments using online research databases, and engage in source evaluation to identify credible and useful sources.
- Demonstrate transferrable skills relevant to university study and the workplace.
- Evaluate personal progress and performance through self reflection.
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Essay Writing & Reflective Writing
Students develop essay writing skills specific to argumentative essays, focusing on essay structure, the development of thesis statements, main points and counterarguments, and the use of academic language. Further, students will develop their reflective thinking and writing skills using the reflective writing process.
SLOs included
- Prepare for intensive study and plan for success within the University environment.
- Apply referencing conventions in academic writing, and understand its importance for maintaining academic integrity.
- Demonstrate transferrable skills relevant to university study and the workplace.
- Evaluate personal progress and performance through self reflection.
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Referencing Part 1: Reference Lists and Bibliographies & Study Skills (Exam Prep)
Students develop skills in completing reference lists and bibliographies. Students learn the importance of adhering to referencing style conventions, and practice referencing for a range of sources. Further, students will learn techniques for exam taking.
SLOs included
- Prepare for intensive study and plan for success within the University environment.
- Apply referencing conventions in academic writing, and understand its importance for maintaining academic integrity.
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Report Writing & Time Management
Students develop skills in report writing specific to structure, document design, effective use of visuals and the use of professional language. Students also gain an understanding of the different types of reports used both academically and professionally. Further, students will develop their time management skills for university study and professional work.
SLOs included
- Prepare for intensive study and plan for success within the University environment.
- Structure and outline academic works including essays and reports.
- Demonstrate transferrable skills relevant to university study and the workplace.
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Referencing Part 2: In-text citations & Stress Management
Students develop skills in utilising direct quotations and paraphrasing to incorporate sources of information in their work. Students also learn the importance of referencing in academic study and demonstrate the ability to use in-text citations accurately. Further, students will develop skills to support their mental health and wellbeing throughout university study and professional work.
SLOs included
- Prepare for intensive study and plan for success within the University environment.
- Apply referencing conventions in academic writing, and understand its importance for maintaining academic integrity.
- Demonstrate transferrable skills relevant to university study and the workplace.
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Public Speaking
Students will learn the foundational concepts of public speaking and develop their presentation skills.
SLOs included
- Prepare for intensive study and plan for success within the University environment.
- Demonstrate transferrable skills relevant to university study and the workplace.
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Leadership & Teamwork
Students will explore their leadership and teamwork attitudes, values, and behavior.
SLOs included
- Prepare for intensive study and plan for success within the University environment.
- Demonstrate transferrable skills relevant to university study and the workplace.
- Evaluate personal progress and performance through self reflection.
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Transferrable Skills
Students will explore the application of transferrable skills from university study to the workplace.
SLOs included
- Prepare for intensive study and plan for success within the University environment.
- Demonstrate transferrable skills relevant to university study and the workplace.
- Evaluate personal progress and performance through self reflection.
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Personal Strategy & Goal Setting
Students will strategize and plan for their ongoing study and set goals.
SLOs included
- Prepare for intensive study and plan for success within the University environment.
- Demonstrate transferrable skills relevant to university study and the workplace.
- Evaluate personal progress and performance through self reflection.
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Special Topic / Guest Speaker
Themes include: Motivation; Resilience; Personal & Work/Study Life Balance.
SLOs included
- Prepare for intensive study and plan for success within the University environment.
- Demonstrate transferrable skills relevant to university study and the workplace.
- Evaluate personal progress and performance through self reflection.
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Assessment
Students will participate in a workshop focused on the final Portfolio submission and receive one on one consultation and feedback.
SLOs included
- Prepare for intensive study and plan for success within the University environment.
- Locate information for university assessments using online research databases, and engage in source evaluation to identify credible and useful sources.
- Structure and outline academic works including essays and reports.
- Apply referencing conventions in academic writing, and understand its importance for maintaining academic integrity.
- Demonstrate transferrable skills relevant to university study and the workplace.
- Evaluate personal progress and performance through self reflection.