The University of Sydney
Academic Skills for University Success Specialization
The University of Sydney

Academic Skills for University Success Specialization

Build Learning Skills to Excel at University. Learn to solve problems, think critically, and communicate effectively in your university courses.

Katherine Olston
Luke Alexander
Jessica Blackburn

Instructors: Katherine Olston

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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
4.9

(6,579 reviews)

Beginner level
No prior experience required
4 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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Specialization - 5 course series

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Planning
Category: Critical Thinking
Category: Creative Problem-Solving
Category: Writing
Category: Higher Education
Category: Problem Solving
Category: Communication
Category: Verbal Communication Skills
Category: English Language
Category: Research
Category: Ethical Standards And Conduct
Category: Brainstorming

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Professionalism
Category: Interpersonal Communications
Category: Critical Thinking
Category: Collaboration
Category: Writing
Category: Proofreading
Category: Public Speaking
Category: Communication
Category: Research
Category: English Language
Category: Ethical Standards And Conduct
Category: Editing

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Education Software and Technology
Category: Literacy
Category: Professionalism
Category: Critical Thinking
Category: Digital Communications
Category: Productivity
Category: Information Management
Category: Document Management
Category: Organizational Skills
Category: File Management
Category: Technical Communication
Category: Communication
Category: Ethical Standards And Conduct

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Critical Thinking
Category: Writing
Category: Higher Education
Category: Analytical Skills
Category: Research
Category: Deductive Reasoning
Category: Complex Problem Solving

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Critical Thinking
Category: Creative Problem-Solving
Category: Creative Thinking
Category: Problem Solving
Category: Analytical Skills
Category: Cognitive flexibility
Category: Communication
Category: Research
Category: Brainstorming
Category: Complex Problem Solving

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Instructors

Katherine Olston
The University of Sydney
9 Courses167,411 learners
Luke Alexander
The University of Sydney
3 Courses103,099 learners

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