Bond University College Foundation Program

This subject provides students with the opportunity to bring their quantitative mathematical skills up to a standard that is required for future studies at Bond University. It also provides new material that is essential to understanding business-related problems.

Foundation English 1 is designed to develop skills in the areas of academic reading, writing, speaking, and listening and to prepare students for future studies.

Foundation English 2 will build on the proficiency of the macro skills acquired in Foundation English 1. FE2 will use the English language in a variety of contexts to further develop students' analytical and critical thinking skills. Individual and group work will form part of the continued learning of English and the subject will reflect both the learning environment and the processes and activities students experience in a degree or academic study program.

This subject focuses on mathematical skills and techniques that have direct application to real world situations. It is designed to provide an appropriate mathematical background for those students who wish to pursue studies in health sciences, construction or business. The subject covers key topics such as probability and statistics, mathematical functions and their graphs, geometry, trigonometry and differential calculus.

This subject explores the major conflicts and ideological forces that shaped the modern world from 1914 to the present, examining how global warfare, nationalism, decolonisation, and power struggles transformed societies and international systems. 

In Communication and Culture 1, students will explore the relationship between communication and culture and the role of media in shaping cultural perspectives. They will examine the relationship between author and audience and analyse how representations of individuals, groups, and perspectives are created through deliberate language and stylistic choices across a range of media platforms. The course introduces students to the ethical guidelines of journalism and the role of news media in society, while examining issues such as bias, media ownership, censorship, and the role that rhetoric plays in influencing audiences. Students will develop the knowledge, skills and attributes that characterise academic communication, with a particular focus on academic research, writing, referencing, and the importance of academic integrity in preparation for studying in an Australian university environment. 

In Communication and Culture 2, students will examine how written texts reflect, reinforce, or challenge the dominant social and political narratives of their time. By engaging with the historical and cultural contexts of World War I, World War II, and the Civil Rights Movements of the 1950's, students will explore how cultural attitudes and beliefs underpin texts and invite audiences to take up positions. Through the analysis of relevant case studies, literary, visual, and multi-media texts, students will explore themes of propaganda, prejudice, protest, and persuasion, and the role in which the texts can act as both a product of the time, and a powerful vehicle for social commentary and change. Students will also examine First Nations culture, perspectives, and knowledge systems, and cultural preservations and revitalisation initiatives that protect and celebrate Indigenous heritage. Student will develop key skills in analysis, critical thinking, presenting, and academic research. 

This subject introduces students to digital solutions and the use of interactive multimedia required for higher education and beyond. Students will explore multimedia channels to enhance their academic performance through collaboration, self-reflection, and learning activities. Students will also develop a greater understanding of their citizenship in an increasingly digital world, and will able to engage in critical thought and discussion about key digital issues.