Appendix 3: Skills for Personal and Professional Development

Proposed Terminology	The learner will be able to	1996 Terminology
*Problem Solving	Identify problems Identify factors which might influence potential solutions Develop creative thinking approaches to problem solving Evaluate advantages and disadvantages of potential solutions Construct a rational proposal in response to a problem	N/A [or Independent Project Work?]
Research Skills	Understand a range of research methods Plan and carry out research Produce academically appropriate reports Evaluate research methods, design and procedures	Independent Project Work
*Communication	Read in different contexts and for different purposes Write for different purposes and audiences Speak in different contexts and for different purposes (inc presentation and discussion) Listen effectively	Oral Discussion/ Presentation Writing in an Academic Context
*Improving Own Learning and Performance	Show awareness of own learning styles, personal preferences and needs, and barriers to learning Devise and apply realistic learning and self management strategies Devise a personal action plan to include short and long-term goals Review and monitor progress, revising action plan as appropriate, to improve overall performance	Self Management
*Team Work	Understand the concept of group dynamics Contribute to the setting of group goals Contribute effectively to the planning of group activities Play an active part in group activities. Exercise negotiation and persuasion skills Evaluate group activities and own contribution.	Group Activity
*Information Technology	Use a range of commonly used software packages Prepare and input data Manage storage systems Present information and data Use email /internet appropriately and effectively	IT and Information Handling
*Application of Number	Obtain and interpret mathematical and statistical information Tackle problems involving number	Use/Analysis of Numerical Information
Personal Development and Career Planning	Develop awareness of personal skills, beliefs and qualities in relation to course/career progression Plan and prepare for future course/career Market skills, experience and achievement effectively on paper and in person Understand and use a range of job search strategies	Careers Needs Awareness
Subject-specific Skills	Devised by Departments - as appropriate	Subject-specific Skills

* Denotes Qualification and Curriculum Authority (QCA) Key Skills terminology