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Programme Specification (2014-15)
A programme specification is required for any programme on which a student may be
registered.
All programmes of the University are subject to the University’s Quality Assurance
and Enhancement processes as set out in the DASA Policies and Procedures Manual.
Programme Title
Liberal Arts
Final Award
Bachelor of Arts (Hons)
Programme Code
BLA
UCAS
Code
NA
JACS
Code
L990
Criteria for Admissions
(Please see General Regulations)
Entrants to the BA Liberal Arts Programme, other than those of mature age
(i.e. not less than 21 years of age on October 1 of the proposed year of
entry), must satisfy the General University Entrance Requirements and meet
any specific entry requirements for particular options. Details of specific
entry requirements may be obtained from the Academic Registry in St
Mary's University College.
Programme requirements for all entrants:
Grade C in GCSE Mathematics (or equivalent qualification)
Grade C in GCSE English (or equivalent qualification)
GCE A level (or equivalent qualification) in whichever subject is chosen for
subject study, where specified.
Mode of Study (Full-time, Part-time, other)
Full-time
Type of
Programme
Single Subject Length of
Programme
3 years
Total
Credits for
Programme
120 Level 1 CATS points 120 Level 2 CATS points 120 Level 3 CATS pointsAwarding Institution/Body
Queen's University Belfast
Teaching Institution
St Mary's University College
School/Department
St Mary's University College
Framework for Higher Education
Qualification Level
http://www.qaa.ac.uk/publications/informationan
dguidance
QAA Benchmark Group
http://www.qaa.ac.uk/assuringstandardsandqualit
y/subject-guidance/pages/subject-benchmark-statements
NA
Collaborative Organisation and form of
Collaboration (if applicable)
NA
Accreditations
(PSRB)
NADate of next
scheduled
accreditation visit
NA
ATAS Clearance
Not requiredExternal Examiner Name:
External Examiner Institution/Organisation
Dr Maeve O’Brien
Mr Guy Durden
Professor Chris Morash
Dr Liam Chambers
Dr. Marie Whelton
Mr Richard Bowles
Rev Dr Patrick Connolly
Dr John McDonagh,
St. Patrick’s College, Drumcondra, Dublin
Staffordshire University
National University of Ireland, Maynooth, Rep of Ireland.
Mary Immaculate College, University of Limerick, Rep of Ireland
Coláiste Mhuire, Institiúid Oideachais Marino, Dublin
Mary Immaculate College, University of Limerick, Rep of Ireland
Mary Immaculate College, University of Limerick, Rep of Ireland
National University of Ireland, Galway
Does the Programme have any
approved exemptions from the
University General Regulations
(Please see General Regulations)
Yes
1. Students enrol for a specific subject option. In 2014-15 these
are Business Studies, English, Geography, Irish, History,
Physical Education and Religious Studies. Once enrolled it is not
normally possible to transfer to another subject option.
2. They must register for modules worth 120 Level 1 CATS points
and 120 Level 2 CATS points in Stages 1 and 2 respectively
before proceeding to take modules leading to 120 Level 3 CATS
points in Stage 3. To graduate with a BA honours degree
students must receive credit for 240 CATs points at Levels 1 and
2 and at least 100 Level 3 CATS points.
3. Students will normally be required to pass or be granted credit
for all modules in each stage before progressing to the next
stage. However, students may, at the discretion of the Pathway
Board of Examiners, be allowed to proceed from a stage if they
have received credit for modules worth at least 80 CATs points at
that level. Students who have not received credit for 120 Stage
1/Level 1 CATs points will not be permitted to proceed to Stage
3/Level 3.
4. Attendance at work based learning/placement activities and/or
participation on other practical work outside the University
College or normal teaching time will normally be a requirement of
the degree course.
Programme Specific Regulations
1. For students first enrolled on the programme prior to 2009/10
the regulations in force at the date of entry will apply and thus the
following module weightings will be used when calculating the
honours classification: Stage 2 40%, Stage 3 60%.
the following module weightings will be used when calculating the
honours classification: Stage 1 10%, Stage 2 30% and Stage 3
60%.
2. If a student fails a module at the first attempt, repeat
assessment, as determined by the Pathway Board of Examiners,
will be scheduled as follows:
(a) Where a student is required to resit an examination paper, or
repeat other assessment components (without class attendance),
this will normally take place before the end of the academic year;
(b) Where a student is required to repeat assessment
components (with class attendance), this will normally take place
when the failed module is next available. If the failed module is
no longer being offered, the student will have to take a substitute
module approved by her/his Adviser of Studies;
3. Students who fail to achieve the required credit for a BA
Honours degree may transfer to the BA Ordinary degree in
accordance with the General Regulations of the University.
4. The programme is offered in a full time mode (3 years) and
consists of three elements: Element 1, Human Development
Studies; Element 2, The Study of Ireland in Europe; Element 3,
Subject studies.
5. In Stage 1 students must take MLA1003, MLA1004 and the
option modules in one of the subjects offered. In 2014-15 the
option modules in the subjects are Business Studies (MBS1052 +
MBS1011), English (MEN1051 + MEN1011), Geography
(MGE1051 + MGE1052+ MGE1011), History (MMH1056 +
MMH1011), Irish (MCE1051+ MCE1011) or Religious Studies
(MRS1051+ MRS1011).
8. In Stage 2 students not participating in SOCRATES
(ERASMUS) Outward Mobility will take, MLA2005, MLA2006,
MLA2010 and the option module(s) in one of the subjects offered.
In 2014-15 the option modules in the subjects are Business
Studies (MBS2052 + MBS2053 + MBS2011), English (MEN2052
+ MEN2053 + MEN2011) Geography (MGE2053 + MGE2054 +
MGE2011), History (MMH2058 + MMH2059 + MMH2011), Irish
(MCE2052 + MCE2053 + MCE2011) or Religious Studies
(MRS2052 + MRS2053 + MRS2011).
ERASMUS students will take MLA2081, MLA2081, MEO2054
and the option module(s) in one of the subjects offered, in the
first semester in the home institution. In 2014-15 the option
modules in the subjects are Business Studies (MBS2080 +
MBS2083), English (MEN2080 + MEN2083), Geography
(MGE2080 + MGE2083), History (MMH2081 + MMH2083), Irish
(MCE2080 + MCE2083) or Religious Studies (MRS2080 +
MRS2083). There will be an integrated Learning Programme,
agreed by the home and host institutions, in the second
semester. This Learning Programme shall merit 30 European
Credit Transfer System credits and thus be equivalent to three
modules.
Are students subject to Fitness to
Practise Regulations
(Please see General Regulations)
Please indicate No
Educational Aims of Programme On completion of the programme the student will be able to:
Please list below the overarching aims and objectives of the programme.
The programme aims to develop -
an intellectual and ethical framework for living and working in tomorrow's world; an understanding of Europe as a cultural concept and as a business environment; knowledge and understanding in certain key areas of a selected subject;
a range of communication, practical, study, interpersonal, career management and professional skills; so that students:
a) are prepared for lifelong learning and professional development,
b) are well-equipped for a range of employment opportunities at graduate level, c) can contribute effectively to society, and
d) can achieve personal fulfilment.
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive Skills
On the completion of this course successful students will
be able to:
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Methods of Assessment
1. identify, analyse and evaluate key concepts, skills and values; Cognitive skills are developed through private study supported by lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops. Students are required to undertake a number of assignments requiring the use of these skills to varying extents dependent on the topic chosen. Students are provided with introductory seminars on various aspects of cognitive and research skills. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice.
Assessment of cognitive skills makes use of written examinations, essays, reports, course-work assignments and activity-focused exercises.
2. critically analyse and discuss readings from relevant literature; Cognitive skills are developed through private study supported by lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops. Students are required to undertake a number of assignments requiring the use of these skills to varying extents dependent on the topic chosen. Students are provided with introductory seminars on various aspects of cognitive and research skills. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice.
Assessment of cognitive skills makes use of written examinations, essays, reports, course-work assignments and activity-focused exercises.
3. carry out self-evaluation and analysis of professional development needs; Cognitive skills are developed through private study supported by lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops. Students are required to undertake a number of assignments requiring the use of these skills to varying extents dependent on the topic chosen. Students are provided with introductory seminars on various aspects of cognitive and research skills. The use of learning journals
will be encouraged to promote reflective practice. 4. plan and carry out an investigation using a combination of literature search and
empirical inquiry;
Cognitive skills are developed through private study supported by lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops. Students are required to undertake a number of assignments requiring the use of these skills to varying extents dependent on the topic chosen. Students are provided with introductory seminars on various aspects of cognitive and research skills. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice.
Assessment of cognitive skills makes use of written examinations, essays, reports, course-work assignments and activity-focused exercises.
5. make appropriate assumptions, develop hypotheses, question and verify results and produce coherent reports;
Cognitive skills are developed through private study supported by lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops. Students are required to undertake a number of assignments requiring the use of these skills to varying extents dependent on the topic chosen. Students are provided with introductory seminars on various aspects of cognitive and research skills. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice.
Assessment of cognitive skills makes use of written examinations, essays, reports, course-work assignments and activity-focused exercises.
6. analyse new and/or abstract situations using a range of techniques appropriate to the subject material;
Cognitive skills are developed through private study supported by lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops. Students are required to undertake a number of assignments requiring the use of these skills to varying extents dependent on the topic chosen. Students are provided with introductory seminars on various aspects of cognitive and research skills. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice.
Assessment of cognitive skills makes use of written examinations, essays, reports, course-work assignments and activity-focused exercises.
7. use bibliographical/reference skills Cognitive skills are developed through private study supported by lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops. Students are required to undertake a number of assignments requiring the use of these skills to varying extents dependent on the topic chosen. Students are provided with introductory seminars on various aspects of cognitive and research skills. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice.
Assessment of cognitive skills makes use of written examinations, essays, reports, course-work assignments and activity-focused exercises.
Learning Outcomes: Transferable Skills
On the completion of this course successful students will be able to:
Teaching/Learning Methods and
Strategies
Methods of Assessment
1. communicate effectively (in writing, verbally, electronically and by graphical representation);
Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. In particular, students will be provided with tutorial support for the development of communication skills (assignments will be required to be
word processed in levels 2 and 3). Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills.
Application and development of these skills during work placement will be strongly encouraged and supported. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice.
Overall progress in skills acquisition will be monitored through meetings with a personal tutor.
carried out.
2. make effective use of ICT and multi-media resources in data handling, problem solving, information finding, study and presentation;
Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. In particular, students will be provided with support for ICT skills (assignments will be required to be word processed in levels 2 and 3). Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills.
Application and development of these skills during work placement will be strongly encouraged and supported. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice.
Overall progress in skills acquisition will be monitored through meetings with a personal tutor.
Assessment of transferable skills will be principally by course work exercises specifically designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio. Audits of ICT skills will be carried out.
3. apply numerical skills and make effective use of numerical data; Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. In particular, students will be provided with tutorial support for the development of numerical skills.
Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play
will be used to further develop these skills.
Application and development of these skills during work placement will be strongly encouraged and supported. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice.
Overall progress in skills acquisition will be monitored through meetings with a personal tutor.
4. interact effectively, show leadership, and contribute productively in a team context; Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. In particular, students will be provided with tutorial support for the development of teamwork skills.
Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills.
Application and development of these skills during work placement will be strongly encouraged and supported. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice.
Overall progress in skills acquisition will be monitored through meetings with a personal tutor.
Assessment of transferable skills will be principally by course work exercises specifically designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio.
5. effectively manage and plan own work and development (including future career development);
Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. In particular, students will be provided with tutorial support for the development of career management skills.
Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills.
Application and development of these skills during work placement will be strongly encouraged and supported. The
use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice.
Overall progress in skills acquisition will be monitored through meetings with a personal tutor.
6. acquire knowledge and learn in familiar and unfamiliar situations; Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding.
Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills.
Application and development of these skills during work placement will be strongly encouraged and supported. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice.
Overall progress in skills acquisition will be monitored through meetings with a personal tutor.
Assessment of transferable skills will be principally by course work exercises specifically designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio.
7. engage in debate in a professional manner; Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills.
Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives).
Application and development of these skills during work placement will be strongly encouraged and supported. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice.
Overall progress in skills acquisition will be monitored through meetings with a personal tutor.
Assessment of transferable skills will be principally by course work exercises specifically designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio.
8. engage with a critical community, reflecting habitually on own and others’ Transferable/key skills are developed through active
performance; sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding.
Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills.
Application and development of these skills during work placement will be strongly encouraged and supported. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice.
Overall progress in skills acquisition will be monitored through meetings with a personal tutor.
designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio.
9. act with initiative, determination and resourcefulness, a sense of fair play, co-operation and sharing;
Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills.
Application and development of these skills during work placement will be strongly encouraged and supported. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice.
Overall progress in skills acquisition will be monitored through meetings with a personal tutor.
Assessment of transferable skills will be principally by course work exercises specifically designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio.
10. set objectives, focus on priorities, plan and execute project work to
deadlines;
Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding.
Application and development of these skills during work placement will be strongly encouraged and supported. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice.
Overall progress in skills acquisition will be monitored through meetings with a personal tutor.
11. produce coherent, structured and well-argued reports;
Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. In particular, students will be provided with tutorial support for the development of communication skills,Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives).
Application and development of these skills during work placement will be strongly encouraged and supported. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice.
Overall progress in skills acquisition will be monitored through meetings with a personal tutor.
Assessment of transferable skills will be principally by course work exercises specifically designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio.
12. analyse a complex problem and what is causing it, with others or alone,
form strategies for solving that problem in different situations; effect a
solution with efficiency; and evaluate the results.
Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills.
Application and development of these skills during work placement will be strongly encouraged and supported. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice.
Overall progress in skills acquisition will be monitored through meetings with a personal tutor.
Assessment of transferable skills will be principally by course work exercises specifically designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio.
13. make moral and ethical judgements that are consciously held and
defensibly maintained, identifying the key rights applying to the dignity of the
human person.
Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding.
Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic
awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills.
Application and development of these skills during work placement will be strongly encouraged and supported. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice.
Overall progress in skills acquisition will be monitored through meetings with a personal tutor.
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge and Understanding
On the completion of this course successful students will be able
to:
Teaching/Learning Methods and
Strategies
Methods of Assessment
1. a range of philosophical, economic and political frameworks for articulating
an understanding of the individual in his/her social contexts;
Acquisition of core knowledge will be mainly through lectures and directed reading. Extension of knowledge and development of understanding will be promoted through seminars, tutorials and practical work where appropriate to the subject selected and directed study. Students will be encouraged to develop a range of private study techniques. Where appropriate, students will relate theoretical knowledge to work placement learning.
Assessment of knowledge and understanding will make use of unseen written examinations involving short-answer and essay -style questions. Assessed coursework, including essays, assignments and presentation of portfolios, will test ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas.
2. the origin, development and content of a range of modern political
ideologies and of key contemporary political concepts;
Acquisition of core knowledge will be mainly through lectures and directed reading. Extension of knowledge and development of understanding will be promoted through seminars, tutorials and practical work where appropriate to the subject selected and directed study. Students will be encouraged to develop a range of private study techniques. Where appropriate, students will relate theoretical knowledge to work placement learning.
Assessment of knowledge and understanding will make use of unseen written examinations involving short-answer and essay -style questions. Assessed coursework, including essays, assignments and presentation of portfolios, will test ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas.
3. issues affecting human development;
Acquisition of core knowledge will be mainly throughlectures and directed reading. Extension of knowledge and development of understanding will be promoted through seminars, tutorials and practical work where appropriate to the subject selected and directed study. Students will be encouraged to develop a range of private study techniques. Where appropriate, students will relate theoretical knowledge to work placement learning.
Assessment of knowledge and understanding will make use of unseen written examinations involving short-answer and essay -style questions. Assessed coursework, including essays, assignments and presentation of portfolios, will test ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas.
4. contemporary issues relating to business organisation, management and
practice;
Acquisition of core knowledge will be mainly through lectures and directed reading. Extension of knowledge and development of understanding will be promoted through seminars, tutorials and practical work where appropriate to the subject selected and directed study. Students will be
encouraged to develop a range of private study techniques. Where appropriate, students will relate theoretical knowledge to work placement learning.
portfolios, will test ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas.
5. definitions of Europe: geographical, political, economic and cultural;
Acquisition of core knowledge will be mainly throughlectures and directed reading. Extension of knowledge and development of understanding will be promoted through seminars, tutorials and practical work where appropriate to the subject selected and directed study. Students will be encouraged to develop a range of private study techniques. Where appropriate, students will relate theoretical knowledge to work placement learning.
Assessment of knowledge and understanding will make use of unseen written examinations involving short-answer and essay -style questions. Assessed coursework, including essays, assignments and presentation of portfolios, will test ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas.
6. the evolution of the European Union into a business, political and social
organisation;
Acquisition of core knowledge will be mainly through lectures and directed reading. Extension of knowledge and development of understanding will be promoted through seminars, tutorials and practical work where appropriate to the subject selected and directed study. Students will be encouraged to develop a range of private study techniques. Where appropriate, students will relate theoretical knowledge to work placement learning.
Assessment of knowledge and understanding will make use of unseen written examinations involving short-answer and essay -style questions. Assessed coursework, including essays, assignments and presentation of portfolios, will test ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas.
7. key concepts and approaches in a selected subject area;
Acquisition of core knowledge will be mainly throughlectures and directed reading. Extension of knowledge and development of understanding will be promoted through seminars, tutorials and practical work where appropriate to the subject selected and directed study. Students will be encouraged to develop a range of private study techniques. Where appropriate, students will relate theoretical knowledge to work placement learning.
Assessment of knowledge and understanding will make use of unseen written examinations involving short-answer and essay -style questions. Assessed coursework, including essays, assignments and presentation of portfolios, will test ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas.
8. methods of inquiry and organisation of knowledge in a range of academic
disciplines.
Acquisition of core knowledge will be mainly through lectures and directed reading. Extension of knowledge and development of understanding will be promoted through seminars, tutorials and practical work where appropriate to the subject selected and directed study. Students will be encouraged to develop a range of private study techniques. Where appropriate, students will relate theoretical knowledge to work placement learning.
Assessment of knowledge and understanding will make use of unseen written examinations involving short-answer and essay -style questions. Assessed coursework, including essays, assignments and presentation of portfolios, will test ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas.
Learning Outcomes: Subject Specific Skills
On the completion of this course successful students will be able
to
Teaching/Learning Methods and
Strategies
Methods of Assessment
1. tackle problems with incomplete information from a variety of sources and
disciplines;
Subject-specific skills will be developed, as appropriate, through subject-specific practical activities and problem-solving activities presented to the students in the context of
self-workshops, seminars, tutorials. In the final year, independent student work will require demonstration of these skills to varying extents, dependent on the topic chosen.
evaluation reports, observation and evaluation by teaching staff, and unseen written examinations.
2. use understanding of contemporary issues and their implications for human
development to promote solutions which enhance peace, justice,
reconciliation and democracy;
Subject-specific skills will be developed, as appropriate, through subject-specific practical activities and problem-solving activities presented to the students in the context of workshops, seminars, tutorials and work placement learning. In the final year, independent student work will require demonstration of these skills to varying extents, dependent on the topic chosen.
Assessment of subject-specific skills will be based on coursework assignments, essays, tutorial presentations, reports, portfolios, student self-evaluation reports, observation and self-evaluation by teaching staff, and unseen written examinations.
3. analyse, evaluate and interpret current thinking about the role of business,
culture and society in Europe;
Subject-specific skills will be developed, as appropriate, through subject-specific practical activities and problem-solving activities presented to the students in the context of workshops, seminars, tutorials and work placement learning. In the final year, independent student work will require demonstration of these skills to varying extents, dependent on the topic chosen.
Assessment of subject-specific skills will be based on coursework assignments, essays, tutorial presentations, reports, portfolios, student self-evaluation reports, observation and self-evaluation by teaching staff, and unseen written examinations.
4. critically review and interpret recent research and innovations in selected
study areas;
Subject-specific skills will be developed, as appropriate, through subject-specific practical activities and problem-solving activities presented to the students in the context of workshops, seminars, tutorials and work placement learning. In the final year, independent student work will require demonstration of these skills to varying extents, dependent on the topic chosen.
Assessment of subject-specific skills will be based on coursework assignments, essays, tutorial presentations, reports, portfolios, student self-evaluation reports, observation and self-evaluation by teaching staff, feedback from supervisors of work placement learning and unseen written
examinations.
5. demonstrate specific practical skills, where appropriate, in the selected
subject area.
Subject-specific skills will be developed, as appropriate, through subject-specific practical activities and problem-solving activities presented to the students in the context of workshops, seminars, tutorials and work placement learning. In the final year, independent student work will require demonstration of these skills to varying extents, dependent on the topic chosen.
Assessment of subject-specific skills will be based on coursework assignments, essays, tutorial presentations, reports, portfolios, student self-evaluation reports, observation and self-evaluation by teaching staff, feedback from supervisors of work placement learning and unseen written