University of the South Pacific

Student Learning Support

Centre for Flexible Learning

If you are facing any confusion or difficulties, or you just want to talk, please reach out to us, so that we can work together towards a solution. We are here to help. ☺️

Email us at learning.support@usp.ac.fj or just walk into one of our hubs.

WHAT WE DO

Student Learning Support (SLS) provides support services for students in their endeavors for academic excellence. SLS programs ensure that all students are better equipped to handle tertiary studies and get a step closer to their academic goals. Therefore, the crucial practices and strategies in these programs help enhance the student's learning experience at the University. SLS staff members are located in 6 of USP's campuses across the region (Kiribati, Laucala, Lautoka, Samoa, Tonga, and Vanuatu).

To support and strengthen your journey with the university, we have a team of dedicated and skilled Student Learning Specialists focused on ensuring you get the most out of the University experience.

The services we provide

Semester zero

Semester Zero is a FREE online program designed to help students make a smooth transition to their first semester at USP. All incoming first-year students to USP are strongly recommended to complete Semester Zero. It is free and you can set your own pace to complete the programme. Students get the opportunity to enhance their literacy skills, numeracy skills, and digital skills and get to know more about USP Services, Programme and Registration information, and other essential skills necessary for University studies.

Workshops (Face to Face & Virtual)

A series of tailor-made workshops designed in collaboration with and on the advice of course coordinators to help students upskill in their academic and study skills

Online Self-paced Generic Workshops

Students can upskill academic and study skills at their own pace and in their own time with Online self-paced generic workshops. Workshops are available via the SLS Moodle page all year round. Each interactive skill-based workshop is about 50 minutes long. Certificates are awarded on 80% completion of the workshops. All students enrolled with the University have free access to these workshops via MOODLE.

Drop-in Consultations (Face-to-Face & Virtual):

Students can have consultations one-on-one or in groups at the SLS Hubs at the various campuses or via email, Zoom, Fully online & Face2Face drop-in consultations allow students to discuss specific academic and learning issues with a Learning Specialist.

Email: Learning.Support@usp.ac.fj for any queries and clarifications.

Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS):

PASS is an accredited peer learning support program that provides a platform for peer learning, where under the guidance of a peer leader, students engage in discussion, brainstorming, and group work to excel in their studies.

English Language Support:

English Language support is provided for students to develop their basic English Language skills or Academic English. Literacy specialists are available to offer guidance via face-to-face and virtual consultations (moodle live chat, Zoom) individually or in groups. Students at university can also participate in self-assessed assessments and indulge in a variety of resources to support their English Language proficiency at university.

Numeracy Support:

Face-to-face and virtual one-to-one or group consultation with Numeracy Specialists. Students can access Bridging Mathematics and Numeracy resources (notes, PowerPoint slides, and videos) on the Student Learning Support Moodle shell. These resources contain information on skills that are helpful for University studies.

SLS Moodle page:

Virtual SLS support is available to students via the SLS Moodle page. With email monitoring for the generic email service: learning.support@usp.ac.fj.

Resources:

E-copies of study guides and other literacy, numeracy, and digital skills resources are available on the SLS Moodle shell.