Teaching sessions
Your teacher is likely to expect you to ask questions about or comment on topics being discussed in teaching sessions. This may be in a lecture, seminar, workshops, tutorials or whatever the format of your class is. Your attendance is mandatory and monitored, but don’t assume your teachers will be available at the end of your classes as they often have other lessons to teach.
Medical students – Please ensure any questions you have after the class are placed on the corresponding session link on Moodle.
Lectures & Seminars
“Seminars tend to happen in smaller groups of people and are very informal which helps to discuss your thoughts.”
Rici Krieger, BA (Hons) International Tourism Management student
Lectures and seminars may be different from what you have experienced in your home country. In a lecture, you are usually expected to sit quietly, listen, and take notes, unless asked otherwise. In a seminar, however, be prepared to contribute by:
- adding your thoughts to a group discussion
- answering questions asked by the tutor
- asking questions if necessary
Don’t worry about getting things wrong – seminars are for trying out your ideas and learning from each other.
Also, don’t be afraid to look at your tutor in the eye – this is polite and expected behaviour.