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Learn key terminology related to universities through matching exercises and independent research. Reflect on the importance and potential use of the terminology.

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  1. Teacher slide Objectives: To understand the meaning of key terminology related to University. Resources required: University terminology matching sheet (x1 per group)

  2. Unifrog resources University Terminology

  3. Activity 1: instructions • When thinking about University, there is a variety of terminology which is important to understand. • Use the worksheet to draw a line to match the University terminology with the definition. • Discuss why you think this is the correct answer and discuss any experiences you have using or hearing this terminology. • When you have finished, compare your answers with another pair and discuss any discrepancies.

  4. Activity 1: answers Freshers: an informal term used for students in their first year at university. Clearing: when students don't get the A Levels or grades required by their chosen universities, this is the system operated to give places on courses that still have space. . Dissertation: a large piece of written work on a specific subject, usually completed in the final year of study. Deferred entry: securing a place at university but starting in a year; often to take a gap year. Sandwich course: a type of degree which includes a year working in the field of study. Prospectus: a book which each university has, listing all the courses and information about the university. It is available for free. Bursary: money given to a student, which they do not need to pay back. This is usually dependent on the student’s household income. Master’s Degree (MA): a type of degree completed after a first degree. This degree looks at a specific part of a subject in more detail. Bachelor of Science (BSc): a type of degree, usually in mathematics, engineering, or natural science. Bachelor of Arts (BA): a type of degree usually in humanities and social science fields. Joint honours degree: a university course that is split between 2 subjects. Halls of residence: university accommodation blocks. These can be catered or self catered. Undergraduate degree: the first degree students complete.

  5. Activity 2: instructions • Make a spider diagram of any one word from the terminology list. Write down everything you know about the word, and do some independent research to find out everything you can! • Remember to: • Colour code the different elements of the diagram • Write down where you found the information for anything you did some extra research for • Discuss in groups to create the most comprehensive diagram

  6. Reflection What new terminology did you learn today? Why is it important to understand this terminology? In what situation do you think you will use this terminology?

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