Types of classes and what to expect

Published 12/12/2013 11.17 AM Updated 15/04/2024 01.01 PM

What is the difference between lectures/ tutorials/ seminars/ practical classes and what is expected of me?

Lectures are normally 1-2 hours in length and are usually presented by the subject or instance coordinator. They can be face to face, recorded or both. Always take notes to refer to in tutorials and to prepare for exams.

Tutorials or seminars are classes where you and your fellow classmates discuss content from the lectures and are led by a tutor.

  • seminars usually have more students and run for 2-3 hours
  • tutorials are smaller in size and run for 1-2 hours

Practical classes that take place in a laboratory or in a clinical setting allow you to learn in a physical and practical manner.

Attendance: You are expected to attend all timetabled activities unless your academic staff specify that they're optional.

Activity Codes

Activity Group Description Activity Group Description
BM Block Mode LP Lecture/Practical
CBL Collaborative Based Learning LS Lecture/Seminar
CL Computer Lab LW Lecture/Workshop
E Examination PBL Problem Based Learning
EBL Evidence Based Learning PR Practical
EX Examination S Seminar
L Lecture SO Scheduled Online Class
LC Lab Class TU Tutorial
LF Lecture/Film WS Workshop
 

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