Acronyms
Most universities are littered with acronyms. This list will help you navigate some of the common ones used within the Online Programs.
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Acronym |
In words |
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ABLE |
Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Economics |
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ADEPT |
Adelaide Development Program for Educators and Professionals who Teach |
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BMD |
Bachelor of Medical Doctor |
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CA |
Course Author |
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CRICOS |
Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students |
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DASE |
Division of Academic and Student Engagement |
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DVC |
Deputy Vice-Chancellor |
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DVCA |
Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic |
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EDX |
No acronym - this is the name of the company that is now owned by 2U |
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EIS |
Educational Innovation & Support, part of the LEI structure |
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GDP |
Graduate Diploma in Psychology |
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GDPA |
Graduate Diploma in Psychology (Advanced) |
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Go8 |
Group of Eight |
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HEO |
Higher Education Officer - usually followed by a number that dictates the role level |
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HMS |
Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences |
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HoS |
Head of School |
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HSW |
Health, Safety and Wellbeing |
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LEI |
Learning Enhancement & Innovation |
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MBA |
Masters of Business Administration |
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MCY |
Masters of Cyber Security |
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MDS |
Masters of Data Science |
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MOOC |
Massive Open Online Courses |
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OPT |
Online Programs Team |
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OUA |
Open Universities Australia |
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PACE |
Professional And Continuing Education |
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PD |
Position Description |
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PDR |
Planning, Development & Review - annual check in for personal and professional development |
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PVC |
Pro-Vice Chancellor |
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SELTs |
Student Experience of Learning and Teaching - student survey at the end of a course |
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SET |
Faculty of Sciences, Engineering, and Technology |
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SME |
Subject Matter Expert |
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SPP |
Strategic Projects and Partnerships - the broader team OPT is in within LEI |
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SSO |
Staff Services Online - system for logging leave and updating details |
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UoA |
University of Adelaide |
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VC |
Vice-Chancellor (& President) |