Grade descriptors and other information concerning grading are contained in the Macquarie University Assessment Policy.

All final grades are determined by a grading committee, in accordance with the Macquarie University Assessment Policy, and are not the sole responsibility of the Unit Convenor.

Students will be awarded a final grade and a mark, which must correspond to the grade descriptors specified in the Assessment Procedure (clause 127).

To pass this unit, you must demonstrate sufficient evidence of achievement of the learning outcomes, meet any ungraded requirements, and achieve a final mark of 50 or better.

Further details for each assessment task will be available on iLearn.

Late Submissions

Late submission of time sensitive tasks, such as timetabled tests/exams, scheduled performance assessments/presentations, scheduled practical assessments/labs, will be addressed by the unit convenor in a Special consideration application.

Special Consideration

If you are unable to complete an assessment task on or by the specified date due to circumstances that are unexpected, unavoidable, significantly disruptive and beyond your control, you may apply for special consideration in accordance with the Special Consideration Policy. Applications for special consideration must be supported by appropriate evidence and submitted via the Service Connect portal.

As a student enrolled in this unit, you will engage in a range of online and face-to-face learning activities, including seminars, tutorials and online modules. Details can be found on the iLearn site for this unit.

Technology Used

Active participation in the learning activities throughout the unit will require students to have access to a tablet, laptop or similar device. Students who do not own their own laptop computer may borrow one from the university library.

Self-Directed Learning

Students will be expected to undertake significant self-directed learning throughout the course of this unit, reflecting on one's own strengths and weaknesses and bridging knowledge and skill gaps where identified. The examination processes used by Medical Schools covers a broad range of topic areas, and this unit cannot provide students with all the foundational knowledge that is required for these examinations. That knowledge has been (or should have been) acquired in high school and in other units previously undertaken at university. The focus of this unit is fine-tuning student's prior learning and knowledge, and, more importantly, developing and honing the skills and strategies required to improve performance in medical school admission tests.

Week 1

Tutorial 1: Unit Orientation, Overview of strategies for Section I and II of Medical Admissions Exams

Tutorial 2: Team-Based-Learning (TBL) Section I of Medical Admissions Exams (IRAT/TRAT/Clarification). Focussed Application Task (FAT): Section II of Medical Admissions Exams.

Week 2

Tutorial 1: Team-Based-Learning (TBL) Section III of Medical Admissions Exams (IRAT/TRAT/Clarification/FAT).

Tutorial 2: Team-Based-Learning (TBL) Section III of Medical Admissions Exams (IRAT/TRAT/Clarification/FAT).

Week 3

AT1: Mock Medical School Admissions Test (full length)

Week 4

Tutorial 1: AT1 Mock Medical School Admissions Test review.

Tutorial 2: Team-Based-Learning (TBL) Section I of Medical Admissions Exams (IRAT/TRAT/Clarification). FAT: Section II of Medical Admissions Exams.

Week 5

Tutorial 1: Team-Based-Learning (TBL) Section III of Medical Admissions Exams (IRAT/TRAT/Clarification/FAT).

Tutorial 2: Team-Based-Learning (TBL) Section III of Medical Admissions Exams (IRAT/TRAT/Clarification/FAT).

Week 6

AT2: Condensed Mock Medical Schools Admission Test

AT3: Mock Medical School Interview

Please note that due to scheduling of public holidays, it may be necessary to alter the order of weeks 4 & 5.

Social inclusion at Macquarie University is about giving everyone who has the potential to benefit from higher education the opportunity to study at university, participate in campus life and flourish in their chosen field. The University has made significant moves to promote an equitable, diverse and exciting campus community for the benefit of staff and students. It is your responsibility to contribute towards the development of an inclusive culture and practice in the areas of learning and teaching, research, and service orientation and delivery. As a member of the Macquarie University community, you must not discriminate against or harass others based on their sex, gender, race, marital status, carers' responsibilities, disability, sexual orientation, age, political conviction or religious belief. All staff and students are expected to display appropriate behaviour that is conducive to a healthy learning environment for everyone.

In the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences, professionalism is a key capability embedded in all our courses.

As part of developing professionalism, students are expected to attend all small group interactive sessions including clinical, practical, laboratory, work-integrated learning (e.g., PACE placements), and team-based learning activities. Some learning activities are recorded (e.g., face-to-face lectures), however you are encouraged to avoid relying upon such material as they do not recreate the whole learning experience and technical issues can and do occur. As an adult learner, we respect your decision to choose how you engage with your learning, but we would remind you that the learning opportunities we create for you have been done so to enable your success, and that by not engaging you may impact your ability to successfully complete this unit. We equally expect that you show respect for the academic staff who have worked hard to develop meaningful activities and prioritise your learning by communicating with them in advance if you are unable to attend a small group interactive session.

Another dimension of professionalism is having respect for your peers. It is the right of every student to learn in an environment that is free of disruption and distraction. Please arrive to all learning activities on time, and if you are unavoidably detained, please join the activity as quietly as possible to minimise disruption. Phones and other electronic devices that produce noise and other distractions must be turned off prior to entering class. Where your own device (e.g., laptop) is being used for class-related activities, you are asked to close down all other applications to avoid distraction to you and others. Please treat your fellow students with the utmost respect. If you are uncomfortable participating in any specific activity, please let the relevant academic know.