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PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION
Final
PART 1: COURSE SUMMARY INFORMATION
Course summary
Final a
ward
Foundation
degree
Biological
Sciences
Intermediate award
Certificate in Higher Education
Course status
Validated
Awarding body
University of Brighton
Faculty
Science and Engineering
School
Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences
Location of study/ campus
Brighton and Hove City College
Partner institution(s)
Name of institution
Host department
Course status
1.
Brighton and Hove City
College
Biology
Validation
2.
3
.
Admissions
Admissions agency
UCAS
Entry requirements
Include any progression opportunities
into the course.
120 UCAS points to include grade
E at A2 Biology; Pass AVCE or
Nat
ional Diploma (Science or related subject); Science Access
Courses
-
23 level 3 passes
.
GCSE grade C (or equivalent) in Maths
,
Science
&
English; IELTS 6.0; students with other qualifications, but
relevant work experience will be considered on an individual basis.
Start date (mmm
-
yy)
Normally September
Sep
-
12
Mode of
study
Mode of study
Duration of study (standard)
Maximum registration period
Full
-
time
2 years
5 years
Part
-
time
4 years
Other:
9 years
Sandwich
Select
Select
Distan
ce
Select
Select
Course codes/categories
UCAS code
C110 FdSc; C901 FCert
Contacts
Course Leader (or Course
Development Leader)
Dr Lorraine Smith
Admissions Tutor
Dr Lorraine Smith
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Examination and Assessment
External Examiner(s)
Name
Place of work
Date tenure expires
T
ony Cook
Ulster University
Dec 2012
Examination Board(s)
(AEB/CEB)
AEB & CEB July
Approval and review
Approval date
Review date
Validation
2009
1
2014
2
Programme Specification
June 2012
June 2013
3
Professional, Statutory and
Regulatory Body
1 (if
applicable)
:
4
Professional, Statutory and
Regulatory Body
2 (if
applicable)
:
Professional, Statutory and
Regulatory
Body
3 (if
applicable)
:
1
Date of
original
validation
.
2
Date of most recent periodic review
(normally academic year of validation + 5 years)
.
3
Date programme specification
will be reviewed (normally approval date + 1 year)
.
If programme specification is
applicable to a particular cohort, please state here.
4
Date of most recent review by accrediting/ approving external body.
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PART
2
: COURSE
DETAILS
AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES
Aims
The Foundation Degree/Certificate plans to offer full or part time study routes to students from a wide
range of backgrounds.
These may include students from: main stream education;
industrial based
students
;
and those seeking to return to education or un
dertake a career change.
The aims of the Foundation Degree/Certificate may include the following depending on the level of study:
To promote a vocational sub
-
honours degree/ certificate programme in biological sciences to a wide
range of entrants, in l
ine with widening participation in HE within the area, through flexible entry
criteria, in particular the valuation of prior experiential learning.
To provide knowledge and understanding of scientific methods of enquiry and theoretical principles of
biolog
ical sciences, including, where appropriate, the application of those principles in an employment
context.
To gain and employ the ability to evaluate the appropriateness of different approaches to solving
problems in biological science; use of a range of
established techniques to initiate and undertake
critical analysis of information, and to propose solutions to problems arising from that analysis.
To promote effective communication of information employing argument and critical analysis in a
variety of
forms.
To foster the ability to undertake further training in order to develop a range of transferable /
professional skills and competencies through practical work placements requiring the exercise of
personal responsibility and decision
-
making.
To contr
ibute to life
-
long learning by providing opportunities for progression onto University of
Brighton honours degree programmes
in order to
produce applied biologists capable of pursuing
successful, responsible and useful careers in biologically orientated in
dustries and research
laboratories.
Learning outcomes
The outcomes
of the
main award
provide information about how the primary aims are demonstrated by
students following the
course
. These are mapped to external reference points where appropriate
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.
Knowledge and theory
The outcomes of the programme provide information of how the
primary aims are demonstrated in students following this programme:
Knowledge and theory:
During the course the stude
nt should achieve the following:
1.
A broad underpinning knowledge of; cell biology, biochemistry,
microbiology, physiology, immunology, genetic engineering, behaviour,
ecology and laboratory techniques.
2.
An understanding of biological concepts, their practical and industrial
applications.
3.
A
n understanding of how to work effectively and safely within the
laboratory and work place.
4.
Development of generic and transferable skills listed below
.
Skills
Includes intellectual skills (i.e.
generic skills relating to
academic study, problem
so
lving,
evaluation, research
et
c
.
) and professional/
practical skills.
Skills
:
The student should be able to;
1.
Undertake scientific investigations safely within the laboratory and
workplace.
2.
Analyse and evaluate theoretical information and practical results.
3.
Identify and solve routine and non
-
routine problems.
4.
Apply numerical skills and techniques to evaluate data.
5.
Develop research skills to make use of current publications, to critically
evaluate and support an academic argument and provide evidence for
prac
tice.
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Please refer to
Course Development and Review Handbook
or QAA website for details.
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6.
Transfer skills gained to new and changing situations and contexts for
example; reflect, review and apply theory and practice undertaken in
first year modules, to level
5
module projects and industrial placements.
7.
Think independently and self apprais
e.
8.
Work independently, on theoretical and practical assessments and
project work.
9.
Develop
team building skills to work effectively with individuals and
within a group.
10.
Develop a range of communication skills, both verbal and oral, as
required in interacti
on with individuals and groups, specialist and non
specialist.
11.
Development of Information technology skills required to use Microsoft
Office or other similar software, in word
-
processing reports, preparing
presentations and manipulating data.
12.
Skills requir
ed in the development of career action plans and in the
management of the students own responsibilities.
13.
Creative skills developed through work such as projects, academic
posters, and work placement presentations.
QAA subject benchmark
statement (where
applicable)
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Biosciences
http://www.qaa.ac.uk/Publications/InformationAndGuidance/Pages/Subject
-
benchmark
-
statement
-
Biosciences.aspx
Foundation degree
http://www.qaa.ac.uk/Publications/InformationAndGuidance/Pages/Foundatio
n
-
Degree
-
qualification
-
bench
mark
-
May
-
2010.aspx
PROFESSIONAL, STATUTORY AND REGULATORY BODIES (
where applicable
)
Where a
course is accredited by a PSRB, full details of how the course meets external requirements,
and what students are required to undertake,
are
included.
N/A
LEARNING AND TEACHING
Learning and teaching
methods
This section sets out the primary learning and teaching methods, including total learning hours and any
specific requirements in terms of practical/ clinical
-
based learning. The indicative list of
learning and
teaching methods includes information on the proportion of the course delivered by each method and
details where a particular method relates to a particular element of the course.
General strategies
The course aims to a
dopt and maintain the
following:
1.
Integration of related subject areas.
2.
Flexibility in teaching approach.
3.
Encouragement of student
-
cent
red learning
4.
Involvement of employers
5.
Encouragement of student reflection and self appraisal
6.
Cross
-
fertilis
ation of ideas with colleagues in i
ndustry and the University of Brighton.
Primary learning & teaching methods
T
he teaching and learning approach involves the use of a wide range of strategies that differentiate for
different learning styles and abilities.
Primary learning methods include;
lectures, interactive teaching sessions, laboratory based practicals,
individual projects, group workshops, seminars, presentations, field trips, industrial visits, guest lectures,
tutorials, on line teaching and student r
esource packs
. The proportions delivered by each method vary
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Please refer
to the QAA website for details.
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in different modules so that the proportions in the course as a whole depend on the programme of option
modules selected by the individual student.
Employers are involved in all aspects of th
e course, such as; advice on course design and strategy,
delivery of the curriculum by guest lectures, student visits and work placements.
Course Structure
In year 1 students
will normally take
6
standard 10
-
credit modules and
3 double
20
-
credit modules
.
Each standard module is designed to comprise 100 hours total learning time an
d is typically studied over
a 15
-
week semester. The double modules are designed to be typically studied over 2 semesters. There
is the option to substitute one independent stu
dy module for one of the 10 credit optional modules. This
flexibility allows the student to study an area not otherwise covered by the curriculum. It encourages the
development of research skills, planning and o
wnership of the learning, there
by fostering
good practice
and many transferable skills.
A typical 10
-
credit module comprises a combination of tutor
-
led contact sessions (normally 2
–
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Semester
1
Biochemistry &
Molecular
Biology
Micro
-
biology
Cell Biology
Fundamental
Biological
Chemistry
Genetic
Engineering
Scientific
Skills,
Techniques &
Statistics
Credit
Rating
10
10
10
10
10
10
2
Biochemistry &
Molecular
Biology
Micro
-
biology
Ecological
Processes
(University of
Brighton
module)*
Student must
choose 2 out
of 3 optional*
modules
Human
Physiology
Health &
Disease
Scientific
Skills,
Techniques &
Statistics
Immunology*
Independent
Study*
Credit
Rating
10
10
20
10
10
Semester
1
Protein
Technology
Microbial
Biotechnolo
gy
Public
Health &
Infectious
Diseases*
Student
must
choose 2
out of 4
optional*
modules
Project
Biochemistry
of Gene
Expression *
Molecular
Genetics*
Be
havioural
Evolutionary
Ecology**
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Credit
Rating
10
10
20
20
2
Protein
Technology
Microbial
Biotechnolo
gy
Plant
Technology*
Student
must
choose 1
out of 2
optional*
modules
Work
Placement
Independent
Study**
Credit
Rating
10
10
10
30
Learning support
This is a
ddressed through the module AB112
,
Scientific Skills
,
Techniques and Statistics
and the tutorial
system. These will focus on academic skills, such as; writing assignments, using the Numerical and
Harvard referencing systems, avoiding plagiarism and numerical and statistical skills. In addition
students will be advised of workshops
being delivered by learning support at the University of Brighton
and directed towards the electronic support systems on Student Central and the CCBH intranet.
Learning and Teaching Method
Notional
Student Effort
(hours)
AB102 Cell Biology & Genetics
Lectures & Interactive Teaching
Guided independent study
28
72
AB104
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Lectures & Interactive Teaching
Stand Alone Practicals
Guided independent study
52
6
1
42
AB107 Microbiology
Lectures & Interactive Teaching
Stand Alone Practicals
Guided independent study
48
22.5
129.5
AB108 Genetic Engineering
Lectures & Interactive Teaching
Stand Alone Practicals
Guided Independent study
28.5
9
62.5
AB110 Immunology
Lectures & Interactive Teaching
Stand Alone Practicals
Guided Independent study
24
2
74
AB111 Independent Study Module
Workshops & 1
-
2
-
1 Tutorials
Guided Independent study
2.5
97.5
AB
1
1
2 Scientific Skills, Techniques & Statistics
Lectures & Combined Practical Skills Workshops
Guided Independent study
7
2.5
1
27.5
AB113 Fundamental Biological Chemistry
Lectures & Interactive Teaching
Stand Alone Practicals
Guided independent study
29
10
61
AB114 Human Physiology, Health & Disease
Lectures & Interactive Teaching
Stand Alone Practicals
Guided independent
study
24
4
72
BY121 Ecological Processes
Lectures & Interactive Teaching
26
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Stand Alone Practicals
Guided independent study
10
64
AB201 Biology Project
Stand Alone Practicals
Tutorials & Workshops
Guided independent study
36
17
147
AB202 Protein
Technology
Lectures & Interactive Teaching
Stand Alone Practicals
Guided independent study
58
12.5
129.5
AB203 Microbial Biotechnology
Lectures & Interactive Teaching
Stand Alone Practicals
Guided independent study
57.5
13
129.5
AB204 Public Health &
Infectious Diseases
Lectures & Interactive Teaching
Stand Alone Practicals
Guided independent study
29
6.5
64.5
AB206 Independent Study Module
Workshops & 1
-
2
-
1 Tutorials
Guided Independent study
2.5
97.5
AB209 Work Placement
Placement
Guided
independent study
120
180
AB211 Molecular Genetics
Lectures & Interactive Teaching
Stand Alone Practicals
Guided independent study
30.5
5
64.5
AB212 Biochemistry of Gene Expression
Lectures & Interactive Teaching
Stand Alone Practicals
Guided
independent study
30.5
5
64.5
AB213 Plant Technologies
Lectures & Interactive Teaching
Stand Alone Practicals
Visit
Guided independent study
18
9
3
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ASSESSMENT
Assessment
methods
This section sets out the summative a
ssessment methods on the
course
and
includes details on where
to find further information on the criteria used in assessing coursework. It also provides
an assessment
matrix which reflects the variety of modes of assessment, and the volume of assessment in the course.
The assess
ment procedures will comply with the University's General Examination & Assessment
Regulations (GEAR).
In delivering this programme, City College Brighton and Hove will work towards the aims of the
University’s Assessment Policy (2004), which are to prom
ote good practice, consistency and rigour in
summative assessment design and practice.
Formative and summative
1. Clarity and student understanding of assessment criteria and assignments.
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2. Promoting learning (including the quality of feedback to studen
ts).
3. Evaluating attainment of the intended learning outcomes.
4. Appropriateness to the student profile, level and mode of study.
5. Consistency and rigour of marking.
6. Internal moderation and scrutiny by external examiners.
The assessment scheme is
seen as an integral part of the teaching and learning strategy for the course.
Assessment strategies vary between modules and will be mapped against module outcomes and each
other.
The primary assessment methods include written and scientific reports, wr
itten examinations,
presentations, practical skills assessment, laboratory and work placement portfolios; interpretive
activities.
These link broadly to types of learning outcomes as follows:
1.
Knowledge and understanding of the principles of biological s
ciences
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Learning Outcome
Assessment m
e
thod
Module
A broad underpinning knowledge of cell
biology, biochemistry, microbiology,
physiology,
immunology, genetic
engineering, behaviour, ecology and
laboratory techniques
.
Exam & short answer Qs
Exams & Lab report
Exams & Lab report
Exams & Lab report
Exam & MCQs
Presentation & Phase Test
Exam & Lab report
Lab report
AB102
AB104
AB107
AB114
AB110
AB108
BY121
AB112
An understanding of biological concepts,
their practical and industrial applications.
Exam & short answer Qs
Exams & Lab report
Exams & Lab report
Exams & Lab report
Exam & MCQs
Presentation & Phase Test
Exam & Lab report
Exam, Essay &
Lab report
Exam & Lab report
Module Phase Test & Mini Project
AB102
AB104
AB107
AB114
AB110
AB108
AB202
AB203
AB204
AB213
An understanding of how to work
effectively and safely within the laboratory
and work place.
Exam & Lab report
Mini Project
Lab
report
Lab report
Employer report
AB107
AB113
AB203
AB212
AB209
Development of generic and transferable
skills.
Portfolio & Lab report/file
AB212
Undertake scientific investigations safely
within the laboratory and workplace.
Mini Project
Research based
report
AB113
AB201
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Log book & Employer report
AB209
Analyse and evaluate theoretical
information and practical results.
Mini Project
Lab report
Lab report
Lab report
Lab report
Lab report
AB113
AB104
AB107
AB114
AB202
AB203
Identify and solve routine
and non
-
routine
problems.
Lab report
Lab report
Lab report
Lab report
Lab report
Interpretative Exercise
Interpretative Exercise
AB104
AB107
AB114
AB202
AB203
AB211
AB212
Apply numerical skills and techniques to
evaluate data.
Lab report
Lab report &
Exam
Lab report
AB104
AB107
AB204
Develop research skills to make use of
current publications, to critically evaluate
and support an academic argument and
provide evidence for practice.
Essay
Essay
Lab report
AB111
AB206
AB201
Transfer skills gained to
new and
changing situations and contexts for
example; reflect, review and apply theory
and practice undertaken in first year
modules to level 5 module projects and
industrial placements.
Research based report
Log book, reflective letters & Employer
report
AB201
AB209
Think independently and self appraise.
Essay
Essay
Log book, reflective letters
AB111
AB206
AB209
Work independently, on theoretical and
practical assessments and project work.
Essay
Essay
Lab report
Lab report
Mini Project
Lab report
Lab
report
Lab report/file
Research based report
Lab report
Mini Project
AB111
AB206
AB104
AB107
AB113
AB114
AB211
AB212
AB201
AB202
AB213
Develop team building skills to work
effectively with individuals and within a
group
Placement Portfolio & Employer
Feedback
AB209
Develop a range of communication skills,
both verbal and written, as required in
interaction with individuals and groups,
specialist and non specialist
Portfolio
Placement Portfolio & Employer
Feedback
AB112
AB209
Development of informati
on technology
skills required to use Microsoft Office or
other similar software, in word
-
processing
reports, preparing presentation and
manipulating data.
Lab report
Lab report
Lab report
Lab report
AB104
AB114
AB112
AB201
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Lab report & Essay
Lab report
Lab report & Interpretative
exercise
Interpretative exercise
Mini Project
AB202
AB203
AB211
AB212
AB213
Skills required in the development of
career action plans and in the
management of the students own
responsibilities
CV & Job Application
Placement
Portfolio
AB112
AB209
Creative skills developed through work
such as projects, academic posters and
work placement presentations
Lab Report
Seminar & Placement Portfolio
AB201
AB209
SUPPORT AND INFORMATION
Institutional/
University
Central support:
all students benefit from:
City College Brighton and Hove induction week
City College Brighton and Hove Student Handbook
Course Handbook
Access to
library facilities at City College Brighton Hove and the
use of
University of Brighton
library
Computer poolrooms at both City College Brighton and Hove
VLE Moodle
E
-
mail addresses
Welfare service
Tutorial system for group and one to one advice, pastoral care and
guidance
Careers guidance
Course
-
specific
Additional support,
specifically where
courses
have non
-
traditional
patterns of delivery (e.g.
distance learning and work
-
based learning) include
:
In addition, students on this course benefit from:
Please refer to information held
on CCBH intranet
Course specific: in addition, students on
this course benefit from:
Strong network of contacts in regional industries and the NHS sector,
many of which provide work placement opportunities, offer site visits and
visiting lecturers.
Opportunities for field trips abroad.
Well equipped laboratories.
Education for
Sustainable
Development
City College Brighton & Hove is committed to the principles of sustainable
development. The discipline of Biology is broad and covers numerous areas
that are central to identifying and providing sound scientific solu
tions to
current and future problems.
This degree provides students with the biological knowledge and
understanding of scientific principles required to tackle these problems and
the skills required to investigate, interpret and analyse data. In addition,
students develop their problem solving and innovative thinking skills. These
are all essential attributes required to solve the problems of sustainable
development.
The fundamental remit of the foundation degree in Biological Sciences is to
provide
students with the skills, abilities and techniques that will enable them
to work within a wide range of biological based industries and as such
graduates will impact upon sustainable development in all areas, developing
and carrying out the research, analy
sing the data and finding novel ways to
overcome problems.
Research Informed
Teaching
Pedagogical and discipline specific research is undertaken by teaching staff,
which informs the teaching programme and ensures that current industry
protocols, practices
and technologies are embedded within the programme.
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Final year students undertake an extended independent project supervised
by one member of staff with subject specialism. Students are developed to
undertake this role throughout the course with special
ist skills sessions
scheduled to support their growing competency.
Educational research and consultation with the Pharmacy and Biomolecular
Sciences School are both used to inform the teaching and learning strategies
and modes of assessment currently in u
se.
PART 3
: COURSE
SPECIFIC REGULATIONS
COURSE STRUCTURE
This section includes an outline of
the structure of the programme, including stages of study and
progression points. Course Leaders may choose to include a structure diagram here.
Full time
students will follow a programme that allows 60 credits to be gained each semester, over 2
years.
Level 4
In Semester 1 and 2, all students will follow a common framework of compuls
ory modules. These
include;
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Human Physiology, Microbiology,
Fundamental Biological Chemistr
y, Scientific Skills, Techniques and Statistics
. These aim to provide the
underpinning knowledge for selected higher level modules. In addit
ion the student will choose 3
modules from a selection of optional modules. Students from biological industries studying for a
Foundation Certificate may substitute level
5
modules for the optional modules and/or
Fundamental
Biological Chemistr
y
or
Scient
ific Skills, Techniques and Statistics.
Level 5
In Semester 1, students will follow a mixed programme of compulsory and optional module
s. The Biology
Project (20 credits, compulsory) allows students to develop research and analytical skills.
Two of the 2
0
credit
compulsory modules
are also studied in semester 2.
In Semester 2
,
students will undertake three Level
5
modules (two continuing from
semester 1) and one
optional 10 credit unit, including the Independent Study module. T
he work placement module (3
0 credits)
allows students to undertake their placement during the last 6 weeks of the semester or 1 day a week for
a longer period
. The academic modules will
be completed within eight weeks to allow work experience
to be gained.
Choice of placement will
depend on
students’ proposed career routes
. There will also be
the option for students to partake in a Biology Field Course in March of this semester.
Year 1.
Modules
Level
7
Module
code
Status
Module title
Credit
4
AB1
02
C
Cell Biology & Genetics
1
0
4
AB10
4
C
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
20
4
AB1
07
C
Microbiology
2
0
4
AB108
C
Genetic Engineering
10
4
AB1
10
O
Immunology
10
4
AB11
1
O
Independent Study Module
10
4
AB112
C
Scientific Skills, Techniques & Statistics
20
4
AB113
C/O*
Fundamental
Biological Chemistry
10
4
AB114
C
Human Physiology, Health & Disease
10
7
All modules have learning outcomes commensurate with the FHEQ levels 0, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8. List
the
level
which
corresponds with the learning outcomes of each module.
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5
BY121
O
Ecological Processes
1
0
5
AB201
C
Biology Project
20
5
AB2
02
C
Protein Technology
20
5
AB2
03
C
Microbial Biotechnology
20
5
AB2
04
O
Public Health & Infectious Diseases
1
0
5
AB2
06
O
Independent Study Module
1
0
5
AB209
C
Work Placement
30
5
AB211
O
Molecular Genetics
10
5
AB212
O
Biochemistry of Gene Expression
10
5
AB213
O
Plant Technologies
10
Status:
C = Compulsory (modules which must be taken to be eligible for
the award)
O = Optional (optional modules)
C/O* = Compulsory if insufficient level 3 Chemistry knowledge demonstrated.
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AWARD AND
CLASSIFICATION
Award type
Award*
Title
Level
Eligibility for award
Classification of award
Tota
l
credits
8
Minimum credits
9
Ratio of marks
10
:
Class of award
Final
Fd
Biological Sciences
5
Total c
redit
240
Minimum credit at level
of award
90
Select
Foundation degree
Intermediate
Cert HE
Biological Sciences
4
Total credit
120
Minimum credit at level
of award
90
Select
Select
Select
Select
Total credit
Select
Minimum credit at level
of award
Select
Select
Select
Select
Select
Total credit
Select
Minimum credit at level
of award
Select
Select
Select
Select
Select
Total credit
Select
Minimum credit at level
of award
Select
Select
Select
*Foundation degrees only
Progression routes from award
:
Students achieving a Merit ( average mark 60%) at level 5 can progress to
Level 6 BSc Biomedical Science
Award classifications
Mark/ band %
Foundation degree
Honours degree
Postgraduate
11
degree (
excludes
PGCE and BM BS)
70%
-
100%
Distinction
First (1)
Distinction
60%
-
69
99%
Merit
Upper second (2:1)
Merit
50%
-
59.99%
Pass
Lower second (2:2)
Pass
40%
-
49.99%
Third
(3)
8
Total number of credits required to be eligible for the award.
9
Minimum number of credits required, at level of award, to be eligible for the award.
10
Algorithm used to determine the classification of the final award (all marks are credit
-
weighted).
For
a Masters degree, the mark for the final element (e.g, dissertation) must be in the corresponding
class of award.
11
Refers to taught provision:
PG Cert, PG Dip, Masters.
Document template revised: 2010
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EXAMINATION AND ASSESSMENT REGULATIONS
Please refer to the
Course Approval and Review Handbook
when completing this section.
The
examination and assessment regulations
for the course
should be in accordance with the
Universit
y’s General Examination and Assessment Regulations for Taught Courses
(available
from staffcentral or studentcentral).
Specific regulations
which
materially
affect
assessment,
prog
ression and award
on the course
e.g
. Where referrals or repeat
of modules are not permitted
in line with the University’s
General Examination and
Assessment Regulations for
Taught Courses.
The course regulations are in accordance with the University's General
Examination and Assessment Regulations (available from the school office or
the Registry).
The F
oundation
D
egree in
Biological Sciences course is a full
-
time course and
students are
expected to have an attendance record of at least 70%. Persistent
absence will have to be explained.
Exceptions required by
PSRB
These require the approval of
the Chair of the Academic
Board
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