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[InsoulvencyReaper]

Oh yay tax law

Its week 3, so it doesn't seem too bad [emoji23] come week 4 and I will be dying. All I say, surely it won't be that bad.

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[ProdigyInspired]

Given they appear to have changed the assessment schedule in the people unit I was planning to do, may end up doing this instead.

Which one? AFAS200? I switched to that one since it sounded more interesting.

Some people have said on the MQ Facebook group that there are no exams for this one right?

 

[ilikecats]

AFAS200 does have a final exam, however it is done online and is open book. You can check on the unit guide.

 

[BLIT2014]

Which one? AFAS200? I switched to that one since it sounded more interesting.

Some people have said on the MQ Facebook group that there are no exams for this one right?

Critical thinking because I'm probably doing ECON131 and people and planet units have to be in different faculties.

 

[Papercutter]

Going into first year @MQ in 2018, any general tips for picking classes when making my timetable?

If it helps, the units I have enrolled in for Session 1 are BIOL114, ENVS117, GEOS112 and STAT171.

Also still deciding what to pick for my people/planet unit!

 

[BenHowe]

oh hey i did 171 last sem. I guess unless you live close to uni/on campus condense ur timetable as much as possible and take advantage of night classes.

In regards for stat171 its mainly meant as the introductory stat unit for actuarial students, so it's pretty hard gl! There is also stat170 which is for science/engineering etc

 

[Papercutter]

oh hey i did 171 last sem. I guess unless you live close to uni/on campus condense ur timetable as much as possible and take advantage of night classes.

In regards for stat171 its mainly meant as the introductory stat unit for actuarial students, so it's pretty hard gl! There is also stat170 which is for science/engineering etc

Thanks for the tip! Yea in that case, I will probably keep it 4 days of uni a week max and make most of my classes in the afternoon (no evening classes this session).

Not surprising considering STAT171 has a prerequisite of HSC Maths X1/X2 :S . Any recommendations/advice specifically for that unit?

Cheers,

 

[ilikecats]

Thanks for the tip! Yea in that case, I will probably keep it 4 days of uni a week max and make most of my classes in the afternoon (no evening classes this session).

Not surprising considering STAT171 has a prerequisite of HSC Maths X1/X2 :S . Any recommendations/advice specifically for that unit?

Cheers,

PAL/PASS classes if they're available are absolutely fantastic. Basically there extra group study sessions led by someone that did very well in the unit previously. They revise the previous weeks content.

The numeracy centre also has a similar service, where you can drop in at any time to get extra help/advice or they have specific times and sessions for certain topics. They help with maths/stats/physics units.

Otherwise, tutors and lecturers run weekly consultation where you can visit and ask for help.

Also, welcome to MQ!

 

[Papercutter]

PAL/PASS classes if they're available are absolutely fantastic. Basically there extra group study sessions led by someone that did very well in the unit previously. They revise the previous weeks content.

The numeracy centre also has a similar service, where you can drop in at any time to get extra help/advice or they have specific times and sessions for certain topics. They help with maths/stats/physics units.

Otherwise, tutors and lecturers run weekly consultation where you can visit and ask for help.

Also, welcome to MQ!

Fantastic, it is reassuring knowing MQ offers heaps of support services for its students. Thank you! I look forward to exploring the campus next year

 

[BenHowe]

Work at it, a lot.

 

[BenHowe]

As a general thing over-prepare for the 1st class test. The marks/min is crazy

 

[weaknuclearforce]

Going into first year @MQ in 2018, any general tips for picking classes when making my timetable?

If it helps, the units I have enrolled in for Session 1 are BIOL114, ENVS117, GEOS112 and STAT171.

Also still deciding what to pick for my people/planet unit!

I'll be doing Geos112 with you!
As others have said, if you find yourself struggling with any particular topic (especially a Stat / math type concept) don't be afraid to reach out for a consultation with the lecturer. It's saved my ass more than once!

 

[Papercutter]

I'll be doing Geos112 with you!
As others have said, if you find yourself struggling with any particular topic (especially a Stat / math type concept) don't be afraid to reach out for a consultation with the lecturer. It's saved my ass more than once!

Oh awesome! Should be good fun

I will keep that in mind!

 

[BenHowe]

oh and use the numeracy centre, it's pretty damn useful

 

[BenHowe]

wtf I just realised, weaknuclearforce is ur gpa 7?

 

[weaknuclearforce]

4 - i'm under the old system, started in 2016
I'm sure it will be less than 4 by 3pm tomorrow!

 

[BenHowe]

Lol i hope they scaled 1 of mine

 

[ilikecats]

Lol i hope they scaled 1 of mine

I'm hoping for a sympathy pass to become a grade this semester lol

 

[BLIT2014]

Seems strange HSC kidlets are also getting results tomorrow.

 

[ilikecats]

Seems strange HSC kidlets are also getting results tomorrow.

Especially ironic when you consider HSC results was a point where my life went downhill, now mirrored years later when my disappointing uni results happen!