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Foundation Year in Business - UH-000248

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<li>Successful completion of a “High School” programme of study or elsewhere on an agreed and circulated list</li>
<li>A relevant English level equivalent to at least 4.5 IELTS, with no element less than 4.0</li>
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Assessment regulations are as detailed in the University’s Regulations for Awards, relevant sections of which are repeated in the Student Handbook.
120 credits need to be achieved to ensure progression to an undergraduate programme.  University condonement regulations do not apply to this programme.
Details of the assessment outcomes and schedule for the programme are provided in Appendices 3 and 4. Details of the assessment schedule and outcomes assessed for the each module are provided in each module handbook.
A overall pass mark of 40 is required in Academic English Skills.

UH-000248 - Foundation Year in Business

Foundation Core

Foundation Level

Structure

Evaluate, distinguish between and assess appropriateness of fact and opinion, and judge information from a variety of sources. 

Read, write and speak English at equivalent of IELTS 6.0.

Analyse problems, issues and situations. 

Demonstrate knowledge of sound academic practice required for successful undergraduate study.

Use initiative, begin to think creatively and exercise limited evaluative judgment in assessing ideas 

Apply knowledge and understanding of Business to problems and issues arising from both familiar and unfamiliar situations.

Work in collaboration with others, both with tutors and in groups with other students.

Demonstrate an independent approach to learning in a structured and managed environment.

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the fundamental concepts, principles and terminology relating to the Business specific content.

Interpret and analyse both quantitative and qualitative data.

Communicate accurately and reliably both orally and in writing, using appropriate terms and vocabulary in the appropriate context, in both discussions and written responses.

University Level
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<li>Annual Monitoring process and feedback through the School Teaching and Learning Committee (STLC), the University’s Teaching and Learning Committee (UTLC) and Standing Committee on Collaborative Provision (SCCP).</li>
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School Level
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<li>Annual Evaluation process</li>
<li>Annual Executive Meeting attended by Institutional Liaison Officer (ILO)</li>
<li>School Board</li>
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 Programme Level
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<li>Course Assessment Board (CAB)</li>
<li>Course Committee, Student Panel and student feedback at both module and programme level</li>
<li>Regular Meetings of all staff on the Programme, supported by more formal Course Committee meetings</li>
<li>Peer observation of teaching</li>
<li>Designated Academic Liaison Officer (DALO)</li>
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UH-000248

This Programme specification document 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 he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. 
Key sources of information about the programme can be found in:
Course Handbook
Proposed course changes are discussed at the Course Committee and then a proposal is made to the Business School SAVP 
Subject Benchmark Statements:
The Academic English Skills (AES) module marking criteria incorporates level descriptors from CEFR and IELTS. All AES exam assessments are also externally approved as being appropriate for CEFR B2 level prior to use.
The subject modules are based on, and at the same level as AS/A2 levels and reference has been made to Ofqual GCE AS and A Level Subject Criteria subject standards and other level 3 qualifications in the UK. (Mapping of these statements to Foundation programme learning outcomes can be found in Appendix 1). They are designed to provide a wide breadth of creative and critical foundations to further study.  All subject modules assessments are also externally approved.

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<li>Student handbook, incorporating a guide to the Programme and made available before the start of the course</li>
<li>Induction programme on arrival for orientation and an introduction to the Programme</li>
<li>Introduction to the learning resources of the University of Huddersfield</li>
<li>Discrete language and skills modules with an emphasis on the range of academic skills of particular relevance to undergraduate students</li>
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Foundation Year in Business

Term 2

Term 1

Year 1

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The Learning Innovation and Development Centre (LIDC) provides students with support in understanding and using information and resources around their course and modules. LIDC supports students’ understanding, helping them follow assignment briefs and manage time and processes to produce work efficiently and effectively. LIDC supports students in their oral presentations and writing using academic business English in a professional manner. Students will be introduced to LIDC at induction, and they will be given further support and development in academic skills throughout the course of their study. 
The school’s Student Guidance and Support provides pastoral services to students and support with any non-academic issues that may be affecting their ability to study. The team offers practical advice and support on a wide range of issues, such as Extenuating Circumstances and Extension requests, signposting and directing students to relevant university, school, and course level services.