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HOLLINGS FACULTY
DEPARTMENT OF CLOTHING DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY
BSc (Hons) Fashion Buying and Merchandising
DEFINITIVE DOCUMENT
N.B. This Programme Specification reflects the units available during the 2011/12 Academic Year. As the University commences the phased roll out of the EQAL Initiative (see: http://www.celt.mmu.ac.uk/eqal/index.php for more information), the list of available units will change. All Level 5 units will change as of the 2012/13 Academic Year. All Level 6 units will change as of the 2013/14 Academic Year.
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MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY PS/1
PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION
0 Brief descriptive summary
The programme is designed for those who want to work as professionals in buying and merchandising roles in the fashion industry. Students will develop the skills and knowledge required to manage the trading function within the global market place, and understand the issues of strategic communications specific to the role of the buyer and merchandiser. Knowledge of product development, as well as financial and commercial systems, will also be gained and students will work through many real case examples linked to the supply chain and its’ management. Graduates will be qualified to gain successful employment in the fashion industry.
The programme can be studied as either 3 years full-time or 4 year sandwich with the placement year in their 3rd year. The work placement will give students the opportunity to gain work experience within the fashion industry and allow them to make better decisions through the use of business intelligence and trend analysis. All students will be encouraged to join study trips either in the UK or overseas and there will also be the chance to undertake a period of exchange at a similar institution abroad.
Basic Programme and Course Details
1 Overarching Programme Network/Title and programme specification code(s)
BSc (Hons) Fashion Buying and Merchandising
2 Final award(s)/title(s) BSc (Hons) Fashion Buying and Merchandising – 3127BSc (Hons) Fashion Buying and Merchandising (sandwich) – 3129
3 Combined Honours Subject(s)offered through programme specification together with associated final award(s)
Subject(s): None
Final Awards: None
4 Interim exit award(s)/title(s) CertHE in Fashion Buying and MerchandisingDipHE in Fashion Buying and Merchandising
5 Mode(s) and duration 3 years full-time4 years sandwich7 years part-time (maximum)
6 FHEQ position of final award(s) Honours (Level 6)
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7 Awarding institution Manchester Metropolitan University
8 Teaching institution(s) Manchester Metropolitan University
9 Relationship with Foundation Year N/a
Administrative Details
10 Home Department/ School/ Institute Department of Clothing Design and Technology
11 Home Faculty Hollings Faculty
12 UCAS code(s) BSc Full-time – N590BSc Sandwich – WN25
Collaborative Arrangements (where relevant)
13 Approved Collaborative partner(s) N/a
14 Description of type of collaborative provision or academic partnership
N/a
Approval Status
15 Date and outcome of most recent MMU review/ approval
4th May 2006
16 Next Scheduled Review Date: 2010/2011
17 PS/1 effective date: September 2011
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External References/Relationships
18 QAA Benchmark Statement(s)
MaterialsGeneral Business and Management
19 PSRB(s) associated with final award of course
The Textile institute
Chartered Institute of Marketing20 Date and outcome of last
PSRB approval(s) 10/02/2009 – The programme is accredited by the charted body for the textile, clothing and footwear industry.
The Textile Institute will allow graduates to become Charted Technologist at Associate level.
Course Information
21 University and Course Educational Aims
University Educational Aims:
To develop flexible approaches to programme delivery and student support which reflect the needs and expectations of our students;
To provide a supportive and inclusive learning environment which will enable success for all learners;
To encourage the development of students’ intellectual and imaginative powers, creativity, independence, critical self-awareness, imagination and skills that will enhance global employment opportunities on graduation in all programmes;
To establish a culture of constant improvement in learning, teaching and assessment that is anticipatory, enabling, supportive, rewarding and fully aligned with the University’s vision and strategic objectives;
To provide a learning experience that is informed by research, scholarship, reflective practice and engagement with industry and the professions.
Course Educational Aim:
To produce graduates who are proficient in all aspects of fashion buying and merchandising in a commercial environment, who can apply commercial systems and use creative and innovative methods to manage change.
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Course Learning Outcomes
MMU Educational Outcomes:
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On successful completion of their course of study MMU graduates will be able to: apply skills of critical analysis to real world situations within a defined range of
contexts; demonstrate a high degree of professionalism characterised by initiative,
creativity, motivation and self management; express ideas effectively and communicate information appropriately and
accurately using a range of media including ICT; develop working relationships using teamwork and leadership skills, recognising
and respecting different perspectives; manage their professional development reflecting on progress and taking
appropriate action find, evaluate, synthesise and use information from a variety of sources articulate an awareness of the social and community contexts within their
disciplinary field
1. Honours Degree Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the BSc (Hons) Fashion Buying and Merchandising course, students will be able to:
Engender a professional approach to the roles of buying and merchandising; Successfully manage the trading function using a holistic management
approach within the global market place; Manage issues of strategic communications specific to the role of the buyer
and merchandiser; Apply financial and commercial systems in relation to profitable product
development; Use creativity and innovative practice in response to strategic development
and change.
In additional, students who have engaged in a placement within the fashion industry and have successfully passed the placement year will be able to:
Apply theoretical understanding into a practical application within a working environment.
2. Pass Degree Learning Outcomes
Students who are awarded a Pass Degree in BSc Fashion Buying and Merchandising, will be able to:
Demonstrate a professional approach to the roles of buying and merchandising;
Manage the trading function using a holistic management approach within the global market place;
Manage communications specific to the role of the buyer and merchandiser; Apply financial and commercial systems in relation to profitable product
development; Use creativity and innovative practice in response to development and
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change.
Overall, it is envisaged that graduates will be capable of following careers in a wide variety of sectors of the industry, with career opportunities available in buying, merchandising, retail management, off-shore sourcing and marketing.
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Interim Award Learning Outcomes
Certificate of Higher Education
Students successfully completing Level 4 may proceed to Level 5, or they may complete their studies at this stage and thereby qualify for a Certificate of Higher Education in Fashion Buying and Merchandising.
Students successfully completing Level 4 will have developed:
A basic understanding of buying environments in fashion retail, including the roles and responsibilities of a buyer;
An in-depth understanding of the role and functions of modern merchandising; An understanding of the roles and processes involved in product development
and how to apply this to different market levels; An understanding of academic practice and the importance of self awareness
related to a career in the fashion industry.
Diploma of Higher Education
Students successfully completing Levels 4 and 5 may proceed to Level 6, or they may complete their studies at this level and thereby qualify for a Diploma of Higher Education in Fashion Buying and Merchandising.
Students successfully completing Level 5 will have developed:
Knowledge of fashion buying on a strategic level through their understanding of import roles, brand and wholesale buying and agents within the production process;
An in-depth understanding of the merchandising function with an informed view of the merchandising role;
An ability to solve problems by applying knowledge of the product to the development of a product range;
Knowledge of academic and professional practice, including employability skills, required for a career in the fashion industry.
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Teaching/Learning and Assessment Strategy
Curriculum Design
The programme is offered as either a 3 year full-time course or 4 year sandwich course, with the placement taking place between Levels 5 and 6.
Both routes of study are designed to develop graduates with highly relevant skills related to fashion buying as well as providing them with an understanding of the principles and practices which take place in an international garment organisation. They will have a thorough understanding of fashion marketing and worldwide fashion diffusion underpinned by apparel technologies, textiles and business management. Graduates of the programme will be capable of following careers in a wide variety of sectors of the industry. Career opportunities are available in buying, merchandising, retail management, off-shore sourcing and marketing.
Throughout the programme students are supported through a variety of learning and teaching strategies, with the emphasis on students learning through practice and teaching by example. Full time attendance is expected throughout all stages.
Curriculum design allows for students who do not progress from Level 4 to Level 5, but who have 120 Credits at Level 4, to qualify for a Certificate of Higher Education. Likewise students who do not progress to Level 6 from Level 5, but who have 120 Credits at both Level 4 and 5, qualify for a Diploma of Higher Education.
The main purpose of Level 4 is to deliver a learning programme which enables every student to reach the same level of understanding of the concepts and principles relating to fashion buying and merchandising. Students begin to understand various elements involved in fashion buying and merchandising, how they relate to, and are supported by, business and the development of fashion products. With the introduction of the Academic and Professional Practice unit, the students have the opportunity to develop their professional and employability skills, and the option of studying either a language, as part of the Uniwide Language Programme, or Contemporary Fashion Issues.
Studies at Level 5 build upon the skills, knowledge and understanding acquired at Level 4. The student is encouraged to take a more individual approach to their studies, to build confidence in making judgements and decisions and explore the interaction between the study areas.
Through the Level 5 Academic and Professional Practice unit, students are able to build on their professional and employability skills in preparation for their work placement. Again they have the option of either continuing to study a language or to focus on International Fashion Business Culture.
Students on the sandwich programme who successfully complete Level 5 are expected to progress to the Placement Year. This is normally for a minimum period of 36 weeks and on satisfactory completion the student is awarded 120 Practice Credits. The
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Placement Panel, however, reserves the right to recommend to the appropriate Examination Board that a student should progress directly onto the Level 6 of the programme and thus graduate with a full-time award.
Level 6 continues to encourage an individual approach to study and the further development of an enquiring mind. They continue to develop a more self directed approach to their studies and through the Academic and Professional Practice unit develop a proposal for either their Research or Business Project. Languages continue to be offered through the Uniwide programme. Students not following this option would further develop the skills needed by the fashion industry through the study of Fashion Career Development.
Students have the opportunity to apply to study at one of the University’s approved link institutions in Europe and worldwide. Students wishing to apply for exchange normally do so during Year 1 (Level 4) in order to undertake their exchange during the first part of Year 2 (Level 5). Instructions for application are indicated at presentations given by staff from MMU International (MMUI), who also provide administrative support for the exchange process. Students must discuss their options with their Programme Leader, who also signs their application form. Applications should be submitted as soon as possible as exchanges are allocated on a first come first served basis.
Exchange provides students with an invaluable, international experience but it is also an experience that needs careful consideration and considerable planning. Students should take into account a number of key factors before applying and are encouraged to discuss the process with their Programme Leader and / or the Departmental Exchange Co-ordinator.
Course Specific Assessment Criteria
MMU Regulations for Undergraduate Programme of Study apply to all stages of assessment.
The methods of assessment used give breadth and depth, which allow for both the formative and summative assessment of every student at each stage of the programme.
Assessment Strategy:
Formative Assessment takes throughout the year and allows the staff to provide regular feedback on progress.
Summative Assessment takes place part way through, as well as at the end of each academic year.
Written Assignments are required in most study areas. Following the distribution of a clear and structured brief, students are asked to submit work to be marked independently and anonymously by staff.
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application of practical areas of the course, for example product development and garment technology.
Time Constrained Assessments are used to assess the learning outcomes of some subject areas, e.g. to observe the level of acquisition of certain laboratory based skills. Time constrained assessments permit work to be carried out in a secure and controlled environment ensuring that the candidate’s personal ability to complete work in a set time is examined.
Presentations are used in some subjects to allow the students to develop their communication and presentation skills.
Formal Examinations are also are used throughout the programme where knowledge and understanding of the syllabus needs to be assessed.
Student Projects are required in some study areas, where the students are asked to submit work to be marked independently and anonymously.
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Level 4
Core Units
Code Status Unit Title No of credits
314Z0002 Core Fashion Buying and Retail 30314Z0006 Core Fashion Merchandising 1 30314Z0010 Core Product Development 1 30Option Units Choose 1 from options listed
314Z0012 Option Academic and Professional Practice with Contemporary Fashion Issues 30
314Z0013 Option Academic Practice 1 +Uniwide Languages
15 + 15
On successful completion of Level 4 – Interim exit award: CertHE Fashion Buying and Merchandising
Level 5
Core Units
Code Status Unit Title No of credits
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315Z0007 Core Fashion Buying 30315Z0009 Core Fashion Merchandising 2 30315Z0012 Core Product Development 2 30Option Units Choose 1 from options listed
315Z0015 Option Academic and Professional Practice with International Fashion Business Culture 30
315Z0016 Option Academic Practice 2 +Uniwide Languages
15 + 15
On successful completion of Levels 4 and 5 – Interim exit award: DipHE Fashion Buying and Merchandising
Level 6
Core Units
Code Status Unit Title No of credits
316Z0009 Core Fashion Supply Chain Management 30316Z0007 Core Fashion Business Strategy 30Option Units Choose 1 from options listed316Z0004 Option Business Project 30316Z0014 Option Research Project 30Option Units Choose 1 from options listed
316Z0016 Option Academic and Professional Practice with Fashion Career Development 30
316Z0017 Option Academic Practice 3 +Uniwide Languages
15 + 15
On successful completion of Level 6 – Final exit award: BSc (Hons) Fashion Buying and Merchandising
Students who have also successfully passed the placement year will be awarded – Final exit award: BSc (Hons) Fashion Buying and Merchandising (sandwich).
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Personal Development Planning
Whilst personal development is, ultimately, the responsibility of the student every opportunity will be given throughout the programme to advance and record this development.
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together, and individually, throughout the year. Every student will have the opportunity for a one-to-one meeting with their tutor each term in order to discuss their personal development.
The units in the curriculum which include ‘Academic Practice’ within the title will form the basis of development opportunities, although personal development will not be measured purely by success in these units.
Students will record their development through paper based or electronic systems and will be able to demonstrate progress during their tutorial meetings. Initially they will be asked to reflect on their existing skills and determine where their strengths lie. Then they will be assisted in determining their development needs and in setting some development goals. Success in achieving these goals will be determined in a variety of ways: through their studies; extra-curricula activities; voluntary work; placement opportunities etc and, with the support of the Group Tutor, the student will be able to recognise and record these successes, setting further goals as required.
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Placement and Work-based Learning
The Placement Year takes place between Levels 5 and 6 of the sandwich programme and is normally for a minimum period of 36 weeks. The placement experience is designed to help prepare students for employment and they will be capable of following careers in a wide variety of sectors of the industry. Career opportunities are available in a wide range of areas within the fashion industry, such as: buying, retail management, sourcing off-shore, marketing and merchandising.
As ‘placement’ includes any activity which the student engages with off-site, it should be also noted that during the course of the programme students will be given the opportunity to join study trips, engage in exchange opportunities and submit work towards industry sponsored competitions.
Study trips may take many forms, such as: short excursions to museums, galleries or retail environments; structured visits to view industrial sites or marketing/buying offices; travel to destinations worldwide with a specific focus on textiles, fashion and clothing.
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Course Specific Admission Requirements
The normal minimum age for entry shall be 18 years.
The normal minimum entry requirements are:
GCSE at grade C or above in three subjects normally including English and Maths AND passes in either two subjects at GCE Advanced Level (A2) or Vocational Advanced Level (six unit), or one subject at Vocational Advanced Level (Double
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Award)or BTEC Higher National Diploma or Certificateor BTEC National Diplomaor The traditional Advanced GNVQ at merit levelor Scottish Certificate of Education with passes in three subjects at Higher Grade (C
or above) and two subjects at Standard Grade (3 or above)or Irish Leaving Certificate with passes in five subjects at grade C or above, four of
which should be at Higher/Honours Levelor International Baccalaureate
The Admissions Tutor may accept other qualifications as are deemed to be acceptable in lieu of those specified above.
Entry to Other Levels
Students may be considered for entry into Level 5 if they have qualifications which demonstrate a level of achievement comparable to the learning outcomes of Level 4.
Typically they will have already have achieved the following:
Foundation degree in a relevant subjector Equivalent qualification in a relevant subject at another institutionor Can demonstrate equitable skills and a commitment to study
Students may apply for entry into the Placement Year with a relevant Foundation degree, or equivalent, but must be able to demonstrate that previous study has allowed them to achieve the Learning Outcomes of Level 5 of the BSc (Hons) Fashion Buying and Merchandising programme.
Applicants will normally be expected to have achieved 50% in Level 5 of their Foundation Degree to be accepted for the Honours Degree and demonstrate at interview their commitment to further study.
Students may also apply for entry at Level 6 with a relevant Foundation degree, or equivalent, but must be able to demonstrate that previous study has allowed them to achieve the Learning Outcomes of Level 5 the BSc (Hons) Fashion Buying and Merchandising programme.
Admission with Exemption
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conform to the standard requirements.
Mature students who do not satisfy the standard entry requirements detailed above will be considered on individual merit. Such students will need to provide evidence that they possess the intellectual qualities necessary to complete the programme successfully. A mature student shall be defined as one aged over 21.
Admission with Specific Credit
In order to be admitted to the programme with specific credit or advanced standing, the applicant shall satisfy the Admissions Tutors that they have fulfilled some of the progression and assessment requirements of the programme by means other than attendance on the programme and that they will be able, by completing the remaining requirements, to fulfil the objectives of the programme and attain the standard required for the award.
Admission with Specific Credit shall, in all cases, mean that an applicant's prior qualification and/or learning are accepted as fulfilling some of the requirements of the programme.
Accreditation of Prior (Experiential) Learning (AP(E)L)
Applications for admission with prior learning or prior experiential learning will be considered individually by the Admissions Tutor following departmental guidelines and in compliance with the University Regulations.
Applicants will normally be asked to submit a Personal Statement of Learning (PSL). This should not be undertaken lightly. The PSL is expected to be a substantial submission providing evidence of the ways in which the applicant has already acquired the learning outcomes of the parts of the programme they will not be engaging with. It is likely this will draw upon previous qualifications, work experience; attendance on short courses, reports written, publications, conferences attended etc.
The submitted PSL will be assessed by 2 members of the academic admissions staff for the programme. They will assess the evidence provided in relation to its:
Acceptability. Is there an appropriate match between the evidence presented and the learning being demonstrated? Is the evidence valid and reliable?
Sufficiency. Is there sufficient evidence to demonstrate fully the achievement of the learning claimed?
Authenticity. Is the evidence clearly related to the applicant’s own efforts and achievements?
Currency. Does the evidence relate to current learning?
Briefing notes and assistance may be provided to applicants choosing to apply through the AP(E)L route. Because of the time consuming nature of the assessment process a charge may be made to the applicant.
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Overseas applicants must have sufficient command of English to meet the requirements of the programme in every respect and are normally expected to have attained either a grade C or above in GCSE English Language or the equivalent. For international students for whom English is not their first language IELTS at grade 6 or TOEFL 213 + points on the computer based test is a requirement for admission to the programme.
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Approved Variations/Exemptions from University Regulations
There is no variation or exemption from the MMU Regulations.
The programme meets the University requirements for quality assurance and the policies and procedures comply with the Academic Regulations and Procedures Handbook.
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Programme Leader Responsibilities
The Programme Leader shall be responsible for:
Chairing the Programme Committee, and arranging for such meetings of the Committee and its sub-committees as considered appropriate.
Acting as the Chief Executive Officer to the programme. As such, will be responsible, within the agreed policies of the Programme Committee, Faculty and Academic Boards, for the efficient operation of the programme as approved by the University.
All matters pertinent to the proper day to day operation of the programme. Advise the Programme Committee on its proper responsibility for the continuing
development of the programme. Liaising on behalf of the Programme Committee with the Dean of Faculty, and
other officers as appropriate. Be empowered to take on behalf of the Programme Committee any reasonable
action with respect to the proper functioning of the programme.
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Other Staff Responsibilities
Year/Group Tutors are responsible for:
Preparing an Induction programme and ensuring enrolment is carried out in an effective manner;
General administrative and organisational management of their groups, reporting to the Programme Committee;
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Collating student marks for presentation to the Examinations Board; Pastoral and academic counselling of their student group; Ensuring students have all relevant information regarding their programme of
study, the Department, the Faculty and the University; Preparing student feedback for inclusion in the annual Monitoring and Evaluation
Exercise.
The main responsibilities of Unit Leaders are:
Overseeing the unit and co-ordinating with all staff teaching on the unit; Preparing the Unit Handbook, including all the assessments and ensuring that it is
issued to students; Liaising with the External Examiners in relation to assessment and overall student
performance; Carrying out end of unit evaluation in order to promote a quality learning
experience; Ensuring that Unit marks are input on the database; Preparing the Unit Report at the end of the teaching period; Advising the Programme Leader on unit development, review and minor
modifications; Attending and contributing to the meetings of the Programme Committee and the
Board of Examiners; Providing specific academic support relating to the unit.
The Subject Tutor is responsible for:
Preparing and delivering a co-ordinated lecture programme; Writing assignment briefs and examination questions, including re-sits; Liaising with the Unit Leader on preparation of the Unit Handbook; Collecting work for marking from the Faculty Office, including re-sit work; Returning marked work to students and providing them with adequate feedback; Entering marks in the database; Attending Programme Committee and Examination Board meetings; Providing re-sit briefs for referred/deferred students.
The Admissions Tutor is responsible for:
Managing the organisation and implementation of the Admissions programme in accordance with Departmental, Faculty and University policies, reporting to the Programme Committee;
Co-ordinate applications, interviews and portfolio assessments and make admission decisions based on this.
The Placement Tutor is responsible for:
Managing the organisation and implementation of the Placement programme in accordance with Departmental, Faculty and University policies, reporting to the Programme Committee;
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Liaising with Year/Group Tutors on selection of students for appropriate placement interviews.
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Student Support Strategy
Departmental Policies ensure that various mechanisms are in place to enhance the student experience, in an academic, practical and pastoral way:
Year/Group Tutors are the students’ first point of call and have a duty to ensure students are given all the relevant information about their teaching programme;
Programme handbooks and assessment handbooks give students relevant information on learning, teaching and assessment;
Induction programmes ensure that students are given information and advice on using the Library, IT facilities and Media Services;
Regular Group Tutorials are used to keep students up to date with issues relating to their programme of study;
Student group representatives are elected to the Programme Committee and are able to voice any general concerns regarding learning and teaching;
Subject tutors are available with specific advice regarding their part of the syllabus; Qualified Technicians are available to assist students with practical work in support
of any student led projects; Year/ Group tutors are available on an appointment basis and students are
ensured confidentiality when requested; Tutors will guide the student to the most appropriate help; Students are introduced to all the University Student Services and are encouraged
to seek the most appropriate help.
Student feedback is essential to programme development and student comments are used to enhance both the successful management of the programme and the teaching/learning strategies.
Student observations are considered through the tutorial systems and through the student voice on Programme Committees. Questionnaires are also used to elicit students’ views and opinions. The data gathered from all of these mechanisms is used in the annual monitoring and evaluation exercise and forms part of the development of the Programme Quality Action Plan.
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Student Evaluation
Student feedback is essential to programme development and student comments are used to enhance both the successful management of the programme and the teaching/learning strategies. All students are asked to provide feedback at then end of each unit of study as well as at the end of the entire programme.
Student observations are considered through the tutorial systems and through the student voice on Programme Committees. Questionnaires are also used to elicit
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students’ views and opinions. The data gathered from all of these mechanisms is used in the Annual Monitoring Exercise and forms part of the development of the Programme Quality Action Plan.
As detailed previously Student Representatives are elected each year to act as the student ‘voice’ at Programme Committee meetings. It is the task of the Programme Leader should ensure that student representatives are fully aware of their role and responsibilities, and should support them in the fulfilment of their duties.
The MMU Students’ Union provides training for student representatives. The University strongly supports this initiative and Programme Leaders should encourage student representatives to take the opportunity of the training provided.
The role of student representatives is:
To represent their fellow students; To bring key issues concerning the management of the programme (including
learning, teaching, assessment and learning support) to the attention of the programme team;
To participate in the Annual Monitoring Exercise as members of the Programme Committee; To provide advice to the Programme Team on issues relating to the quality of the
student learning experience; To provide advice to the programme team on the operation of processes for the
polling of student opinion on the learning experience, its analysis, response and publication;
To be consulted about proposals for programme development; To be members of the student/staff liaison committee if such a group has been
established by the programme committee.
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Engagement with Employers
The Programme Team engage with employers on a regular basis, though a variety of means. The organisation of the Placement Year and the allocation of Visiting Tutors/ Academic Mentors, allows academic staff to visit companies on a regular basis. Associate Lecturers provide current input from industry and a practitioner’s perspective on a rapidly changing industry and global supply chain. There is a programme of guest lectures, company visits, industry seminars and study visits to trade shows which further embed industry practices and enable students to form valuable links and contacts with practitioners and potential employers.
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Points of Reference
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University Mission and Strategic Aims Regulations for the Academic Awards of the University University Regulations for Undergraduate Programmes of Study Academic Regulations and Procedures Handbook Faculty Programme Approval/Review/Modification Report University Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategic Framework University Assessment Framework Staff research Departmental Professional/Industrial Advisory Committee
External
QAA Subject Benchmark statement QAA Framework for HE Qualifications QAA Code of Practice QAA Subject Review Report PSRB Report External Examiner Reports
This Programme Specification provides a concise summary of the main features of a Programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if s/he take full advantage of the learning opportunities provided. More detailed information on the learning outcomes, curriculum content, teaching/learning, assessment methods for each unit and on the Programme’s relationship to QAA Subject Benchmark Statements may be found in the definitive document and student handbook for the Programme. The accuracy of the information in this document is reviewed periodically by the University and may be subject to verification by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education.
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Appendix I
RELATIONSHIP TO SUBJECT BENCHMARK STATEMENT
The programme employs a holistic approach to learning and teaching of the key subject areas and all supporting studies, and because of this several units embraces one or more of the benchmark statements. The following matrix shows the key relationships between specific units and statements.
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Materials-related knowledge and skills (3.2), including an awareness of and familiarity with: structure of materials; mechanical behaviour; functional behaviour; biomaterials; processing and manufacture; degradation/durability of material; materials selection; design with materials;
lifecycle analysis, sustainability and environmental impact;
Generic skills (3.7), including:
ability to communicate in writing, orally and using graphics;
relevant mathematical and computational skills;
problem-solving and creativity skills;
ability to exercise original thought;
competence in using information technology effectively;
ability to work in a team; ability to manage time and
resources; awareness of functions required ________________________________________________________________________________________________Programme Specification 18 Date of PS: 22/05/23Author: Jackie Jones
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for organisational success; study skills needed for continuing
professional development; awareness of sustainability and
environmental issues; Project work (4.5), including carrying out an individual research project which demonstrates the ability to: analyse quantitatively and assess
the uncertainty of results; understand the published
literature on the topic of the investigation that demonstrates both what is known and the limits of current knowledge;
select the methodology to undertake investigation;
present findings in a clear and concise manner;
interpret and discuss findings in the light of current knowledge;
summarise the main conclusions and provide an accurate synopsis of the work undertaken.
Industrial experience (4.7), acquired from, for example:
speakers from industry, industrial placements, industrial visits, and industrial projects;
organisation and structure of business, economic analysis, environmental issues and ethical professional behaviour.
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Subject knowledge, understanding and skills (3)demonstrate relevant knowledge and understanding of organisations, the external environment in which they operate and how they are managed. An emphasis upon understanding and responding to change and the consideration of the future of organisations and the external environment in which they operate (3.2)
understanding of “Organisations”; the internal aspects, functions and processes of organisations (3.4)
understanding of "External environment" factors…and their effect on strategy, behaviour and management of organisations (3.5)
understanding of "Management" - the various processes, procedures and practices for effective management of organisations (3.6)
knowledge and understanding of markets, customers, finance, people, operations, information systems, communication and IT, business policy and strategy and contemporary and pervasive issues (3.7)
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Personal and interpersonal skills (3.9), including: cognitive skills of critical thinking,
analysis and synthesis; effective problem solving and
decision making using appropriate quantitative and qualitative skills;
effective communication, oral and in writing, using a range of media;
numeracy and quantitative skills including data analysis, interpretation and extrapolation;
effective use of communication and information technology for business applications;
effective use of communication and information technology for business applications;
abilities to conduct research into business and management issues, either individually or as part of a team for projects/ dissertations/presentations.
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MMU Programme Specification: BSc (Hons) Fashion Buying and Merchandising________________________________________________________________________________________________
Appendix II
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Level 4 Assessment
Fashion Buying and Retail Fashion Merchandising 1 Product Development 1 Academic and Professional Practice with Contemporary Fashion Issues
Academic Practice 1 Level 5 Assessment
Fashion Buying Fashion Merchandising 2 Product Development 2 Academic and Professional Practice with International Fashion Business Culture
Academic Practice 2 Level 6 Assessment
Fashion Supply Chain Management Fashion Business Strategy Business Project Research Project Academic and Professional Practice with Fashion Career Development
Academic Practice 3
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