MECM10005 Academic Writing and Communication

University of Melbourne · Level 1 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.

Is MECM10005 hard?

MECM10005: About average. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. Makes it easier: First-year subject. Makes it harder: 3 other hurdle tasks, 8 assessment tasks. The easier and harder points roughly balance out. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

Starting uni well: a one-week intensive on study skills, then a semester of academic writing and communication practice.

After it you can

What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Participation 0%, Assignments 0%, Quizzes 0%, Reports and essays 45%, Presentations 15%, Final exam 40%

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Quick answers

When is MECM10005 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
What do I need before taking MECM10005?
No prerequisites.
Does MECM10005 have a final exam?
Yes, the final exam is 40% of the mark. Assessment: Participation 0%, Assignments 0%, Quizzes 0%, Reports and essays 45%, Presentations 15%, Final exam 40%.
How many class hours a week does MECM10005 have?
3.5 h a week in class
Can I take MECM10005 as breadth?
No, it isn’t listed as breadth for any course.
Can I rate MECM10005?
Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.

Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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