Science Extended Degree Course Leader and AST

Science Extended Degree - UH-000370

UH-000370 - Science Extended Degree

Sandwich Year Out Optional

Sandwich Year Out

Foundation Core

Foundation Optional

Foundation Compulsory

Foundation Level

Honours Compulsory

Honours Core

Honours Optional

Honours Level

Intermediate Compulsory

Intermediate Core

Intermediate Optional

Intermediate Level

Structure

meeting set deadlines for the submission of coursework

concentrating on what is being said and developing attentiveness 

accepting criticism and responding positively

developing and expressing personal opinions

possess a wide factual knowledge of the basic elements of science

developing from a passive to an active learner

preparing adequately short presentations to a peer group, by choosing the correct quantity of relevant material in the proper order and at the appropriate level

reading effectively by choosing the appropriate reading material and abstracting key points

be able to implement normal safety procedures

obtaining assistance from others when solving complex problems.

using audio and visual aids in presentations.

know the fundamental principles of biology

be able to identify, assemble and confidently use the apparatus required for scientific experimentation

know the fundamental principles of mathematics and computing

know the career opportunities for scientists

be skilled in the basic practical techniques associated with experimental science

know of the contributions of Scientists in various fields of industry and to society in general.

using library resources and locating literature

learning to work as part of a team by taking a fair share of the burden

be aware of the importance of safety in a scientific laboratory

recalling important items of frequently used factual knowledge and knowing the sources of less commonly used material

developing thoughts and ideas through to experimental investigation - interpreting results and reaching conclusions

know the fundamental principles of physics

recording experimentally determined measurements

selecting, integrating and preparing material from a variety of sources

know the fundamental principles of organic, physical and inorganic chemistry 

be able to summarise and interpret data by hypotheses testing

compiling written reports of practical work

writing essays and answering examination questions

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<li>There is a comprehensive framework for the monitoring and improvement in quality and standards.</li>
<li>The School of Applied Sciences Board monitors quality and standards, with a devolved responsibility being taken by the School Teaching and Learning Committee (STLC). The Science Extended Degree Course Committee, which is a sub-committee of STLC manages the course. The Course Committee considers all feedback and evaluation.</li>
<li>Student Feedback is an integral part of course evaluation and improvement. Students provide feedback through a variety of means including formal module and course evaluation questionnaires, the Student Panel and membership of the Course Committee.</li>
<li>All forms of feedback, including a review of progression and completion rates are included in the annual course monitoring report. This is considered by the School’s Annual Evaluation Committee which comprises senior academics and course leaders from across the School plus an independent representative from another School and a student representative. The review process enables areas of weakness to be identified and clear action plans to be determined and monitored. The School has introduced a rigorous module review process that is undertaken by Course Leaders prior to annual evaluation to ensure necessary changes to modules can be implemented more rapidly in response to student feedback. In addition to the annual monitoring processes the University organises a quinquennial review at school level.</li>
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UH-000370

Key sources of information are:
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<li>Reports of validation panels</li>
<li>Annual Course Reviews</li>
<li>External Examiner’s reports</li>
<li>Definitive Course Validation Documents</li>
<li>Current University Student Handbook of Regulations.</li>
<li>Current University Prospectus.</li>
</ul>
 
Indicators of Quality within the courses:
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<li>Qualifications and experience of staff</li>
<li>Students progressing onto degree programmes and successful completion of degrees.</li>
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Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the Programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if they take full advantages of the learning opportunities that are provided.  More detailed information on the learning outcomes, content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each module can be found in the module specifications, module handbooks and course handbook.  The accuracy of the information contained in this document is reviewed by the University and may be checked by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education.
 
Key sources of information about the course can be found in: - 
 
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<li>Student Courses Handbook</li>
<li>Module handbooks</li>
<li>University of Huddersfield Student Handbook of Regulations</li>
<li>University of Huddersfield Handbook of Undergraduate Regulations.</li>
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<li>The Personal Academic Tutor role is seen as an important one, offering students a clearly identified and accessible ‘contact person’ for academic and pastoral concerns. The Personal Academic Tutor is responsible for providing students with advice and guidance concerning academic performance and progress as well as supporting and advising students with personal difficulties (or directing them to the appropriate School/University support services). Respecting student confidentiality, they report to the Course Leader about any student whose progress is a cause for concern.  Tutors advise students to make use of all of the University support services for T&amp;L and pastoral support as well as the Students’ Union.</li>
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<li>Students attend an Induction week at the start of their course, during which they are given information about the rules, regulations, practices and procedures of the University and their first meeting with their Personal Academic Tutor, when they are given a Course handbook along with advice about relevant topics such as time management.</li>
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<li>Student attendance is monitored in accordance with the University regulations</li>
</ul>
 
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<li>The School of Applied Sciences possesses modern purpose-built suites of chemistry and biology laboratories with technical support for students. These labs provide an ideal facility in which to analyse environmental samples.</li>
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<li>The School has networked PC laboratories which host specialist software.</li>
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<li>The University Library provides students with full access to a wide range of books, journals, electronic information, IT facilities and staff support (available evenings and weekends). Services can be accessed electronically from home or workplace and orders/requests can be made by e-mail, fax or telephone. In some instances, orders can be delivered for a nominal charge.</li>
</ul>
 
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<li>The School makes full use of the e-learning environment with a range of study support material for each module.</li>
</ul>
 
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<li>Fully-staffed Careers Centre in Student Central provides guidance on future opportunities</li>
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<li>All students in the School have access to Academic Skills Tutors who can give one to one support to students requiring help with academic study skills.</li>
</ul>
 
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<li>All students in the School have access to a Student Guidance Support Officer who works with the University Student Support systems to provide pastoral support as required.</li>
</ul>
 
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<li>For general enquiries the School administrative office is open all day during term time on a drop in basis.</li>
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<li>Student Services provide specialist advice in the areas of careers advice, pastoral care and chaplaincy, counselling, accommodation and welfare, financial support, disability support and sports facilities etc. </li>
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