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Address: Leeds Trinity University Brownberrie Lane
Horsforth Leeds, LS18 5HD
Telephone: 0113 283 7100 Fax: 0113 283 7200
Welcome! Where do I find… The (almost!) definitive guide of where to go for the information you need! What am I meant to be doing? Where to find information about the modules you are taking, how and when to register for the next year and who to ask if you are still unsure. How will you keep in touch with me? We don’t expect you to be psychic so here are the methods of communication we use! What should I do if… Don’t spend time thinking you have to deal with everything on your own Where can I get help with… Practical information about who to speak to about what! How do we make it better for you? In a world of information, why your feedback is important to us – and why our feedback should be important to you!! What do you mean by…
…Attendance …Engagement …Professional Misconduct …Plagiarism …Collusion
I’ve got assignment deadlines coming up… Practical advice about how to plan your work. How did I do? That all important information about where to find your results, how to improve and what to do if your results aren’t what you hoped for. How can I get involved? We’re interested in your point of view and hope you want to share it with us. And finally!! Some words of advice which will serve you well not just at University but also through life. Glossary Helping to demystify some of the terminology and phrases which are commonplace in University life.
We would like to start by welcoming you to Leeds Trinity University and the Department of Journalism Media and Business. We really hope that you enjoy your degree programme and find this booklet a useful guide to some of the main queries and concerns you may have during your studies. First of all it might be helpful for you to know a bit more about the Department and our staff. The Department of Journalism, Media and Business is constructed of 3 sub-departments:
The Head of Department for Journalism Media and Business is Catherine O’Connor and she provides the strategic direction for the whole Department. There are also 3 Directors, who manage the strategic direction and development of each sub-department and they are specialists in their field. They are: Catherine O’Connor Director of Journalism Professor Graham Roberts Director of Media Film and Culture Professor Denis Kobzev Director of Business Management and Marketing
Journalism
Business Management
and Marketing
Media Film and
Culture
It is difficult remembering all the new faces when you start somewhere new so the guide below should help you to identify who is who.
Catherine O’Connor [email protected] ext. 167
Mike Best [email protected] ext. 561
Katherine Blair [email protected] ext. 561
Lisa Bradley [email protected] ext. 414
Lindsay Eastwood [email protected] ext. 414
Nigel Green [email protected] ext. 552
Richard Horsman [email protected] ext. 302
Amy Lund [email protected] ext. 407
Paul Marsden [email protected] ext. 180
Dean Naidoo [email protected] ext. 162
Deirdre O’Neill [email protected] ext.263
Jan Winter [email protected] ext. 181
Prof. Graham Roberts [email protected] ext. 193
Ricardo Barker [email protected] ext.309
Liz Cable [email protected] ext. 555
David Dodd [email protected] ext. 159
Tom Donnelly [email protected] ext. 153
Stefano Odorico [email protected] ext. 160
John Poulter [email protected] ext. 187
James Rothschild [email protected] ext. 356
Maggie Roux [email protected] ext. 169
Liz Rymer [email protected] ext. 183
Nick Redfern [email protected] ext. 490
Dr. Jason Scott [email protected] ext. 229
Bob Walmsley [email protected] ext. 170
Elric Williams [email protected] ext. 254
It is difficult remembering all the new faces when you start somewhere new so the guide below should help you to identify who is who!
Prof. Denis Kobzev [email protected] ext. 143
Helen Barnes [email protected] ext. 484
Nick Beaton [email protected] ext. 496
Amanda Fulford [email protected] ext.478
Andrew Gilliland [email protected] ext. 410
Hurol Ozcan [email protected] ext. 258
Dr. Emma Roberts [email protected] ext. 165
Mark Sebright [email protected] ext.
Dr. Mike Walker [email protected] ext. 210
The academics for the Department of Journalism, Media and Business are supported by a team of administrators; who are based in the Department Administration Office and can be found in AF8. Each administrator has their specific area of expertise, as detailed below however all staff will be able to help you with general enquiries.
Lucie Allott Office Manager & Senior Academic Administrator [email protected] ext. 215
Anne Briggs Undergraduate Journalism & Undergraduate Business [email protected] ext. 560
Sue Hartland Undergraduate Media [email protected] ext. 395
Lucy Whitehead Postgraduate Journalism & Postgraduate Business [email protected] ext, 398
[email protected] - the Department Office email address.
In order to ensure that your enquiry is dealt with as quickly as possible we suggest you email the Department Office at their general email address, unless you are already in conversation with a particular administrator. All administrators have access to this email address, meaning we can respond to your query promptly.
The (almost!) definitive guide of where to go for the information you need! There are a number of different sites which you will need to familiarise yourself with during your studies. These are detailed below – click on the pictures to be directed straight to each site.
To help you understand what these sites do and what you can get from where, the next few pages give you an introduction to each.
Internet Intranet Moodle e:Vision
Your first “port” of call should always be the e:Vision portal. A quick preview of the home screen: Here you will find details of:
Here’s the URL – bookmark / favourite this page now - https://evision.leedstrinity.ac.uk/sipr/sits.urd/run/siw_lgn
Your personal details (e.g. address / telephone etc)
Your timetable
Your Placement Details Your results
Module selection Details of your current
modules etc.
Important messages & tasks from Leeds Trinity University
Registration Details
The site you are likely to use most often is Moodle; the Virtual Learning Environment or VLE. Here is a quick preview of the home screen:
This is where you can find things like:
• lecture notes • podcasts • audio & video links • quizzes • coursework submission links • feedback
Your tutors take a great deal of time putting useful links and information on these sites so remember to check it regularly as there is often more to be found here than just what is covered in the lectures. Here’s the URL – bookmark / favourite this page now - www.leedstrinity.net
Calendar showing your deadlines on
Moodle
Pop up box to alert you to new messages
Drop down boxes to
access modules
either through
My Courses or
Departments
Excellent “Student Help”
section
This is a common question so here goes:
• The Internet is available to the public – i.e. everyone • The Intranet is only available to staff and students at Leeds Trinity
You can tell which one you are on by checking the URL:
• the Internet web address is http://www.leedstrinity.ac.uk/pages/default.aspx
• the Intranet web address is http://intranet.leedstrinity.ac.uk/Pages/Default.aspx
The Intranet will load automatically when you are logged into any of the computers on campus and open the web browser. If you want to access the Intranet, your Leeds Trinity email and documents when you are off campus, you will need to go to the Leeds Trinity INTERNET site and login to the Staff / Student Login using the link in the top right corner.
If you have not been able to find the answer to the question you have you should email the Departmental Office at
[email protected] This will be directed to the administrators in the Department Office who will either be able to help you with your query or forward it on to someone who will be able to help.
Where to find information about the modules you are taking, how and when to register for the next year and who to ask if you are still unsure.
Details of your modules can be found on e:Vision.
Your timetable can also be found on e:Vision
You will need to pass ALL modules for progression to your next level of study. The only exception to this is if you are granted a “Condoned Fail” by the Board of Examiners. Information relating to Condoned Failure can be found in the Taught Course Academic Regulations (links below).
There is a document called the “Taught Course Academic Regulations” which details all the rules and regulations while you are studying at Leeds Trinity. You can find this document:
• On the Intranet here http://intranet.leedstrinity.ac.uk/CampusServices/RegistryServices/Academic%20Regulations/Forms/AllItems.aspx
• On the Internet here http://www.leedstrinity.ac.uk/services/registryservices/pages/academicregulations.aspx
Most Level 5 and Level 6 degree programmes are made up of “Core” modules (i.e. taken by everyone with no exceptions) and “Option” modules. You can look at your “Programme of Study” to find out which are your “Core” modules for next year and if you have any options to choose from by clicking here https://evision.leedstrinity.ac.uk/sipr/IPP_FEHQ_CATALOGUE/index.htm If you click on the links for each module in your programme of study, you can find out more information about the objectives, content and assessments to inform your choices. You will be notified by Student Administration when you are able to select your modules for next year.
We don’t expect you to be psychic so here are the methods of communication we use. There are a range of methods that we use to contact you during your studies. Please ensure that you keep your contact details on e:Vision up-to-date to ensure you get important information.
Email is the most common form of communication with students so make sure you add any email addresses ending in ‘@leedstrinity.ac.uk’ to your safe list. You can do this in Outlook in ‘Home’ section and click on ‘Junk’ the drop-down box and selecting the option “Never Block Sender’s Domain (@example.com)”.
We will send you text messages when we want to get information to you quickly. These are usually only sent in emergencies or if we are having difficulties contacting you by other means.
From time to time we will call you so make sure you keep your mobile number – and land line (if you have one) up to date for both your home and term time address.
Letters are very rarely sent out to students now however some circumstances require that we also send hard copy letters to students.
Lecturing staff often use Moodle to send messages to students. Often the Moodle message is then sent to your email address after 30 minutes so is viewable in both areas. It is important that you check Moodle frequently for updates from your tutors.
Facebook and Twitter are part of most people’s lives now and to ensure that you get up-to-date information as quickly as possible Leeds Trinity University has their own Facebook and Twitter sites, which are often used to get information out quickly to students.
Click on the Facebook icon to go to Leeds Trinity’s Official Facebook site
Click on the Twitter icon to go to Leeds Trinity’s Official Twitter site
“We are committed to responding effectively, appropriately and in a timely manner to student requests. To this end, during term time, all lecturing staff will:
• Publish, outside their office door, their weekly office hours or appointment sheets, indicating their availability;
• Respond to student communication within two working days. You are advised to:
• Respect the office hours / appointment times and use these times appropriately;
• Use email to contact staff where possible. Your email should include something relevant in the subject box otherwise your email may be rejected as potential junk mail;
• Whatever form of communication is used, please identify clearly the module to which you are referring;
• Contact the Department Office ([email protected]) if you have not had a response within 2 working days. The Department Office will contact the relevant member of staff above and ask them to contact you as a matter of urgency.”
Don’t spend time thinking you have to deal with everything on your own
If you are ill and unable to attend your class you should email the Department Office ([email protected]) with the following information:
• Your Name • Student ID • Reason for not attending (don’t just put “ill” – tell us the type of illness) • How long you expect not to be able to attend University for • Which modules you will miss whilst you are absent
It is also courteous to email your lecturer(s) (if there is more than one teaching you on the day you are ill) to let them know as well although the Department Office will advise your tutors of your absence. You may wish to send the Department Office a quick email once you are feeling better and attending classes again. We do care about our students and it helps us keep better records if you do this.
You should contact your module coordinator as quickly as possible to let them know of any difficulties you are experiencing. The most important thing is that you contact your module coordinator or the appropriate Director as soon as you begin to experience any problems so that you can provide advice and support at the earliest opportunity. There is a range of help and support available to students including:
• Extensions – these can be provided for coursework for up to 5 working days, dependent on the nature of your reason. You can apply for an extension by completing the form “How to Apply for an extension to an assessment deadline” which can be found here on the Student Administration part of Leeds Trinity’s website http://www.leedstrinity.ac.uk/services/registryservices/pages/registryservicesstandardforms.aspx. Once complete just send it to the Department Office email address [email protected]
• Deferred First Opportunities (DFO) – these can be provided for longer periods of time, where you can provide independent evidence of your circumstances well in advance of your deadlines (e.g. a doctors note for prolonged illnesses). You should speak to the appropriate Director or Student Support if you have any queries regarding this.
• Mitigating Circumstances Claims – these are for instances where the deadline has already passed. For instance, you may have missed an exam due to illness or had an illness diagnosed after you have submitted your coursework. You should speak to the appropriate Director or Student Support for any queries you have in relation to whether you should apply for this or a DFO.
• Student Support – if you are experiencing any problems in relation to your University life then these staff are here to help! They have many years of experience of dealing with all manner of problems which students encounter and provide a confidential and impartial support service.
Your progress tutor is the first port of call for this enquiry. You should also ensure it is within the period of time at the start of your modules known as “Drop/Add”. You can normally “Drop/Add” modules within the first two weeks of term but you should contact Student Administration (their email address is [email protected]) to get advice on the “Drop/Add” period of time and collect any forms you need to complete to process your request. If you do not complete the necessary forms, you will not have your module formally changed and will not be registered for the correct assessments. You can only “Drop/Add” option modules within your programme of study. You can check which are the option modules for you here https://evision.leedstrinity.ac.uk/sipr/IPP_FEHQ_CATALOGUE/index.htm
• Select your Programme of Study • Select the Programme Structure option on the right of the screen
You should contact Student Support or the appropriate Director if you wish to change programme. This needs to be done as early as possible so please do not delay if this is you.
Changes are subject to availability on your chosen alternative degree programme and the agreement of the Head of Department for your current degree programme as well as the agreement of the Head of Department for your chosen alternative.
Practical information about who to speak to about what!
Student Administration is responsible for the central administration of all applicant and student records, and for providing related services and support to applicants, students and staff.
The Student Support Centre is designed to give all our students the support and guidance they need to enjoy their time at Leeds Trinity. If there is ever anything we can do, don’t hesitate to call in!! Their services include:
Not sure where to go, or who to see? Pop into the central office and we’ll point you in the right direction.
We’ll be able to help if you're looking for part-time work, graduate opportunities (including further study), thinking of starting a business, or help tidying up your CV.
The Counselling Service offers a discreet and caring atmosphere where you can talk confidentially about any matter that is causing you concern.
The Dyslexia & Disability Support Service offers additional support to students who have a physical or sensory impairment, medical condition, mental health difficulty or students who are dyslexic.
Each hall of residence has a Senior Resident to watch over the welfare of the resident students.
The Student Adviser offers specialist advice regarding money management and handling debt. The Student Adviser also provides information and advice on general issues.
The Health Adviser is available for all students. If you are registered with the Student Health Service you can see a doctor on campus by appointment.
You will find the Library in the Andrew Kean Learning Centre (AKLC) - a modern building that has recently undergone a programme of redevelopment to provide an extensive range of resources and services to support students and staff and more flexible study spaces. The AKLC provides a great range of IT facilities, including four IT rooms and a 24-Hour IT Lab. You can get help and advice from IT and Library staff at the Learning Centre Helpdesk and you can also get 1:1 specialist subject support from our team of Liaison Librarians.
The Union works on your behalf to ensure you’re getting the very best from your degree, and our academic representation systems are constantly improving! We care about our members, so we strive to offer a range of health and wellbeing advice, and support with student housing to suit your needs. We offer a variety of competitive sports teams and a diverse range of societies that you can get involved with! And we can guarantee a packed social calendar for you and your new friends to enjoy, as well as a whole host of charity fundraising events to get on board with.
Media Services caters for both staff and students, and provides everything you might need in terms of equipment, training and services to enable you to achieve your goals at Leeds Trinity. Contact staff on 0113 283 7250 or drop in and have a look around. Media Services provides media facilities and advice for all Leeds Trinity users, not just for media students.
…Attendance …Engagement …Professional Misconduct …Plagiarism …Collusion
According to the Taught Course Academic Regulations, “you have a responsibility to engage fully with designated learning activities”. (Regulation 4 UG students; 18 – PG students)
YOUR Responsibilities OUR Responsibilities • To arrive promptly to all timetabled
sessions • To attend all meetings required for
effective team work • To ensure your attendance is
recorded • If you are unable to attend, you must
inform your module coordinator and the Department Office IN ADVANCE, detailing:
o Predicted date / period of absence
o Reason for absence o Expected date of return
• Catch up on any work missed due to absences using Moodle resources where applicable. Tutors will not be responsible for providing anything further than the resources provided to all students in class.
• Discuss any absences with your tutor should you receive an absence email.
• Meet with the appropriate Director if requested to do so, as a matter of urgency.
• Academics to keep a record of your attendance for all timetabled sessions for each module
• Administrators to keep a record of the data provided by academics
• Administrators to email you if you miss two sessions for ANY module
• Administrators to highlight instances where attendance does not improve to appropriate Directors
• Directors of sub-departments to advise Student Administration of continued absences
• Student Administration to write to students requesting them to urgently meet with the appropriate Director
• To withdraw you from your studies should you fail to meet with the Director and provide reasonable cause for continued absence.
A register of attendance will be kept for each module for:
o Lectures o Tutorials / Seminars o Workshops o Any other learning activity as designated by the module coordinator
The Taught Course Academic Regulations relating to attendance now refers to engagement therefore you should:
• Complete any homework or reading activities requested by your module coordinator
• Participate in class discussions • Complete all assignments, submitting them in the correct format to the
correct place. o All information related to coursework submission can be found in
the Coursework Submission Area on Moodle
Academic misconduct encompasses all kinds of academic dishonesty including: • Plagiarism • Cheating in Examinations • Fabrication / Falsification • Impersonation
More information about Professional Misconduct can be found in the Taught Course Academic Regulations (Regulation 5.8 – UG students; 19.8 – PG students)
Plagiarism occurs when a student misrepresents, as his/her own work, the work, written or otherwise, of any other person (including another student) or of any institution. Plagiarism is viewed as a very serious offence in all academic circles.
Collusion occurs when, unless with official approval (e.g. in the case of group projects), two or more students consciously collaborate in the preparation and production of work which is ultimately submitted by each in an identical, or substantially similar, form and/or is represented by each to be the product of his or her individual efforts. Collusion also occurs where there is unauthorised co-operation between a student and another person in the preparation and production of work which is presented as the student's own. The exchange of ideas and knowledge amongst students is seen as an important, and perfectly legitimate, aspect of University life and is therefore encouraged. It is fully expected that such exchange of ideas may extend to more able students assisting less able students. However such exchange of ideas should not extend to collusions as described above.
Practical advice about how to plan your work.
It’s good to start thinking and planning your coursework as early as possible but we all know that life is full of good intentions. Here are some practical tips - and some cautionary words – to help you through what is usually the most stressful time of every student’s year – deadline time.
1. Make a note of all your submission deadlines and put them all in one place. Put them in your diary / on your calendar / in your phone.
2. Work out how many words you have to write IN TOTAL
3. Work out how many words you need to write PER DAY so you can hit all your deadlines.
4. Add in some flexible time so you can still meet your deadlines despite any unexpected eventualities
5. Plan your work. a. Think about the structure of the essay and how you will get your
ideas to flow from one to another. You could use flow charts to help you identify relationships between your ideas as part of your plan
b. It is good practice to write down all your sources and create the bibliography for your assignment as you research.
c. You may not directly refer to all of your research but reading it may have influenced your thoughts about the topic
6. Make sure the piece flows – get someone who doesn’t study the same
subject to see if they understand the basics of your work
7. Check your spelling and grammar before you submit your work.
8. Ensure you have referenced your work correctly throughout.
9. Submit your work in plenty of time before the deadline
10. Work submitted after the deadline, will be subject to the application of submission penalties (removal of 5 marks per working day to a maximum of 5 working days). Work submitted more than 5 working days after the deadline will not be marked.
The Department Referencing Guide can be found on the Department Office Intranet site. It details how to reference evidence from all sources to ensure you are correctly referencing your work.
Harvard style is used for all Journalism, Media and Business modules. Students studying Joint Honours programmes where part of their Programme of Study exists outside the Department (for example English, Psychology, Sport etc.) should contact the relevant Department to ensure they are using the correct style of referencing for these areas.
YOUR Responsibilities Your TUTOR’s Responsibilities • To check that the work you
submitted is the FINAL piece and NOT a draft!
• To set up an assignment link available via Moodle at least 3 weeks prior to the submission deadline
• To allow enough time to upload the work by the deadline AND check it is the correct piece.
• To mark the work which you submitted on Moodle.
Follow these simple instructions to make sure that the file size of your assignment is as small as possible!! Using Word 2007…? Right click on the picture and there should be an option to compress pictures. Using Word 2010…? Click on a picture and select the “Picture Tools” > “Format” ribbon (should automatically appear when they are clicked on the image). On the left hand side there is an option to Compress Pictures. Then... Once the Compress Pictures option is selected in 2007 or 2010 another box will open with some options. These should be set as follows: Apply to: All pictures in document Change Resolution: Web/Screen Options: Select/tick both “Compress Pictures” and “Delete cropped areas of pictures”. Note: The largest file size Moodle can accept is 20Mb. Work must be uploaded in Word or PDF format.
All coursework and examinations are marked in relation to specific published criteria. These grids show which areas of the assessment you exceled in and which require further work. A full list of modules, their assessments and the marking criteria used for each assessment can be found on the Department Office Intranet page http://ow.ly/orTAF. Examples of each Marking Criteria Grid can also be found on the Department Office Intranet page.
Debjani Chatterjee, MBE, is the Academic Writer in Residence at Leeds Trinity University. http://www.debjanichatterjee.moonfruit.com/ She is a poet and a former Royal Literary Fellow at York St John University. Her job is to guide students about any kind of writing relevant to their academic studies or professional needs.
• She is based in AG6 and appointments can be made to see her on Thursdays and Fridays via the Student Support Central Office (AG09) or by emailing [email protected]
• You are allowed to make one appointment of 30 minutes per week.
• The Academic Writer can only comment on about 1200 words in 30
minutes so you should prioritise sections of work accordingly.
• The most effective use of an Academic Writer is at the redrafting stage of your work.
• They should NOT be consulted for double checking just before submission.
• You must inform the Student Support Central Office or Academic Writer as soon as possible if you are unable to attend an appointment so students on the waiting list can be contacted.
That all important information about how you did; how to improve and what to do if your results aren’t what you hoped for. In most circumstances your marks and feedback will be available 20 working days after submission (approximately 4 weeks, dependent on bank holidays etc.) Where the piece of work submitted is your final piece for that module or if the coursework is weighted at 100% you will not be able to access the marks until they are released to students by Student Administration via e:Vision. The dates when you can access your marks can be found on the Internet here http://www.leedstrinity.ac.uk/aboutus/pages/dates.aspx Or the Intranet here http://intranet.leedstrinity.ac.uk/CampusServices/RegistryServices/default.aspx “I think I should have got a higher mark” We regularly hear from students who believe that their work should have achieved a higher mark / grade than they actually got but marking is done according to strict procedures.
• All coursework which receives a fail mark (below 40% for Levels 4, 5 & 6 and below 50% for Level 7) is 2nd marked.
• All dissertations and projects at all Levels of Study (which require one-to-one supervision from a tutor) are 2nd marked;
• A selection of other work from Levels 5, 6 & 7 is 2nd marked. This includes a selection from each classification and ALL fails;
o 2nd marker comments are NOT available to students. This is an internal process which is monitored by External Examiners and Departmental audits.
• A selection of work from Levels 5, 6 & 7 is made available to External Examiners for scrutiny.
In a world of information, why your feedback is important to us – and why our feedback should be important to you.
These typically happen in class about half way through a module and are as the name suggests. A post-it note is given to each student, asking them to suggest improvements. Where practical, these are implemented and results can be seen by students in future teaching sessions.
Students complete these a few weeks towards the end of the module. These are of benefit to the future development of the module and allow module coordinators to make adjustments to modules based on what students raise as concerns. Remember feedback should not just be negative – if we are doing a good job please tell us.
The Quality and Support Unit produce surveys each year for students at all Levels to ensure that the service we provide is the best possible. It is important to us that we hear your views in relation to areas we excel at and in relation to areas we could improve so please complete these in as much detail as possible so we can continue to improve.
As the name suggests, this is a national survey. It is conducted by Ipsos MORI, an independent market research agency. The results of these surveys are made publically available to help prospective students, their families and advisors to make informed choices about what to study and where. You will be encouraged by your tutors to provide feedback for the NSS – it takes about 5 minutes to complete and takes place between February and the end of April each year.
We’re interested in your point of view and hope you want to share it with us.
One student from each year, from each sub-Department is required to liaise with their fellow students and provide feedback on students’ views. Any matters can be discussed at these Committees including matters related to:
• The curriculum • Teaching and learning • Assessment • Broader academic policy • Results of student surveys • To act as a forum for formal consultation with students on new or revised
programmes The Committee is comprised of students (as detailed above), an academic convenor and a member of the administrative staff to act as secretary. Participation in Student-Staff Academic Committees (or SSACs) are an excellent extra-curricular activity to put on your CV and gives you experience of active participation in Committee meetings.
These are broadly similar to SSACs but consider the work of the Department as a whole. The Committee is comprised of the Head of Department, sub-Department Directors, a member of academic staff from each sub-Department, a member of staff from another Department within Leeds Trinity, a student representative from each sub-Department and a member of the administrative staff to act as secretary.
Student ambassadors are recruited across Leeds Trinity to work for the Marketing and Communications Team to provide support and assistant during Freshers Week, Open Days, Applicant Days and Registration Days at Leeds Trinity as well as UCAS events across the country.
Student Union Representatives act as a channel of communication between the cohorts of students and the academic management of Leeds Trinity and Leeds Trinity Students’ Union.
ALL PROVIDE EXCELLENT EXPERIENCE FOR YOUR CV.
We know there is a lot of terminology used which will be new to you so here is a list of what we think you may need to know!
Terminology Definition Award Degrees are “awarded” to students by the University they are
studying at, based on the number of credits achieved and the classification calculations. More information regarding Progression and Awards can be found by clicking here Taught Course Academic Regulations and navigating to Section 8
Classification The grading scheme for coursework and exams. For an undergraduate / Bachelor’s Degree these are:
• First; • 2.1; • 2.2; • Third; • Ordinary • Diploma of Higher Education • Certificate of Higher Education
For a postgraduate / Master’s Degree these are: • Distinction • Merit • Pass
Credits Credit points are used by all Universities working to a “modular credit framework”. Students accumulate credit points at each level of study by completing modules. These credits accumulate to give an award.
External Examiners
These are academics from other Universities who are employed as an independent body to ensure that the same standards of marking are applied across Universities and to provide quality control.
Weighted / Weighting
This is the percentage for each piece of work you submit. If you are only required to submit one piece of work, the weighting will be 100%. Where there are two or more pieces of work, the weightings of each piece of work are detailed in the module handbook or the Programme of Study Catalogue.
Programme of Study
This details all the modules which can be taken at each different level of study and how each of the components builds on your previous study