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 |