Academic Writing
4 ECTS
Academic Writing
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Module Description
This module aims to introduce learners to academic writing and to help them obtain good standards of academic writing which they can use throughout the modules, the various writing which they are expected to work on and ultimately, to write their dissertation.
The module is also intended to support learners with various opportunities to understand the importance of, as well as, use various tools and resources which help academic writing.
Entry Requirements
Candidates who apply for this course must possess:
- A qualification at MQF Level 4 (one ‘A’ Level or equivalent in any subject) and a pass in English Language* and Mathematics at MQF Level 3 (‘O’ Level or equivalent).
In the case of students who do not possess all the formal required academic qualifications, then the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process could be applied such that if evidence of equivalent learning is found then the applicant could still be accepted on the course. Such RPL process will subject applicants to an interview held with a board of experts within the field, chosen specifically by IDEA College, so as to verify their experiences and prior learning.
Evidence may include:
- A detailed CV outlining relevant work experience and responsibilities.
- Employer reference letters outlining job role, duration, and key competencies.
- Related documentation demonstrating relevant skills (e.g. work portfolio).
IDEA College’s RPL Policy: https://mt.ideaeducation.com/app/uploads/2024/07/Doc_007_24-Recognition-of-Prior-Learning-Policy-and-Process.pdf
*Students whose first language is not English and do not possess an ‘O’ level pass in English Language will be required to demonstrate English language capability at IELTS level 6.0 or equivalent.
Target Audience
The programme targets the following groups:
- Individuals seeking to advance their academic and professional knowledge in the Tourism and Hospitality Management.
- Individuals wanting to pursue a wide range of career paths in the tourism and hospitality industry.
Career Paths
The potential positions for which this programme aims to prepare could be and are not limited to: –
- Travel consultant.
- Operations manager.
- Event organiser/planner/manager.
- Business Development executive.
- Hotel manager.
- Travel agency manager.
- Marketing executive.
- Tour operator.
How you’ll be assessed
The course comprises:
- Evening classes for part-time courses.
- Classes held throughout the day for full-time courses.
- Guided learning, presentations, comprising synchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos.
- Self-study hours comprising research, reading and assignment work.
Assessment
Assessment is carried out via two mandatory components:
- Formative Assessment
- Summative Assessment
The programme includes different forms of assessment which allow for and promote students’ critical engagement. The formative and summative assessment tasks may include an in-class assignment and/or a home-based written assignment using diverse assessment tools which may take the form of online and in-class discussions, examinations, case studies, reports, proposals, essays, and presentations, etc., as applicable to the diverse modules.
Learning Outcomes
Competences:
At the end of the module/unit, the learner will have acquired the responsibility and autonomy to:
- Analyse a number of manual strategies which facilitate the way to approach academic writing.
- Assess the use of technological applications which enhance academic writing.
- Carry out tasks, literature searches and academic writing with the help of the application, software, online tools, etc.
- Produce various pieces of writing to show their competence in academic writing.
Knowledge
By the end of the module/unit, the students will be able to:
- Be familiar with a number of research tools which support academic writing.
- Consolidate knowledge of the various sections and the key aspects of an academic piece of writing.
- Demonstrate an understanding of how to approach the writing of a research paper and how the different sections should be presented in a scaffolded manner.
- Learn about the importance of various applications and tools which can be used to organise literature sources.
- Understand how available resources (e.g., online libraries, online repositories, etc.) support academic writing.
Skills
At the end of the module/unit, the learner will have acquired the following skills:
- Discuss the importance of using robust literature (e.g., peer-reviewed sources) when writing academically.
- Describe various elements which one needs to consider when approaching academic writing.
- Investigate how these various elements change depending on the purpose of the academic writing (e.g., when writing for a qualitative research paper, when writing for a quantitative research paper, etc.)
- Write assignments, essays, and reports in an academic, clear, and scholarly approach.
- Collaborate with peers in discussing the role of academic writing and how this would affect their position if it were not approached robustly and professionally.
- Discuss various ‘dos and don’ts’ of academic writing while analysing practical scenarios provided by the lecturer.
- Evaluate how academic writing fosters personal and professional development within learners.
- Be reflexive (think, analyse, act) in his/her approach to academic writing in order to grow professionally.
Module-Specific Learner Skills
At the end of the module/unit, the learner will be able to:
- Assess good and weak practices of academic writing.
- Establish a positive attitude towards approaching academic writing.
Module-Specific Digital Skills and Competences
The learner will be able to:
- Navigate through the online learning platform to find, download, and upload assignments, discussion boards, literature, tutorials, etc.