
Learn about the exciting core subjects offered by Trinity College. Study English and History of Ideas to prepare you for your tertiary studies.
As part of the in-depth Foundation Studies course offered by Trinity College, you'll complete two compulsory core subjects: English and History of Ideas. These subjects are specifically designed to immerse you in core English writing and speaking activities, giving you the confidence and ability to achieve success in future studies at the University of Melbourne.
The English subject consists of three components:
EAP is part of the core subject of English. You must achieve a score of at least 50 per cent in EAP. However, a score of less than 70 per cent in EAP may require you to do a bridging subject at the University of Melbourne.EAP is designed to help you develop study skills in the following areas:
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Subject Leader:
Ms Kiri Rawson MA(IR) Deakin, CELTA – Cambridge English Cert IV in Training and Assessment, HBA Learning
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This subject develops communication skills and will help you learn how to use English language within the Australian social and cultural context. It promotes group skills, fosters creativity and imagination, develops self-confidence and encourages initiative, responsibility and leadership. Drama will help you develop:
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English Literature is designed to improve your English and academic skills by providing instruction in reading, analysing, discussing and writing about a variety of literary texts.This subject will help you develop a nuanced understanding of different uses of language and various English-speaking cultures. The study of English literature prepares you for life in English-speaking environments, including universities and the broader Australian community. It will also assist you in developing critical thinking, communication and writing skills, which are essential in all tertiary subjects. In English Literature, you will study texts including:
These texts will develop your ability to interpret and use sophisticated forms of language, such as symbolism, connotation, metaphor and narrative.
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This subject is an intensive university preparation subject that examines Western society and the ideas that affect our lives. Through this subject, you will develop the specific academic skills required in all university faculties, including academic communication through oral and written discussion, research and correct use of published material, critical use of data and analysis of complex issues. You will read about and discuss important philosophers, scientists and religious and political writers, and formulate your own responses. Within these themes, History of Ideas examines:
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All students must pass History of Ideas in order to pass Foundation Studies.
Subject Leader:
Dr Michael Pickering BA(Hons) UQ, PhD Melb
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Learn more about your core subjects by viewing pages 24 & 25 of the Trinity College Foundation Studies Prospectus.