Science Extended Degree Course Leader and AST

Science Extended Degree - UH-000370

This programme is not available to international students. Instead, international students should apply for our international foundation programmes delivered by our International Study Centre on campus. For more information, please visit International Study Centre.
CDD at A Level.
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80 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications.
Pass at T Level with C grade on core.
MMP in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma. This does not need to be in a technical or science subject.
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<li>Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above.</li>
<li>80 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications.</li>
<li>In addition you must have GCSE English Language and Maths at Grade 4 or above or Grade C or above if awarded under the previous GCSE grading scheme.</li>
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If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent. Information about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK are on <a href="https://hud.ac.uk/international/courses-and-entry-requirements/international-entry-requirements/">International Entry Requirements</a> page.
Other suitable experience or qualifications will be considered. For further information please see the University's <a href="https://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/how-to-apply/entry-requirements/">minimum entry requirements.</a>
Applicants may be invited to take a test and interview if their qualifications do not meet our minimum criteria.
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University awards are regulated by the <a href="https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught">Regulations for Awards</a> on the University website.
Quick links to the <a href="https://www.hud.ac.uk/registry/current-students/taughtstudents/">Regulations for Taught Students, procedures and forms</a> can be accessed on the University website.
Role of External Examiners
External Examiners are appointed by the University Teaching and Learning Committee.  The role of the External Examiner is that of moderator.  In order to do this they:
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<li>Review coursework and examination scripts</li>
<li>Attend the Course Assessment Meeting</li>
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UH-000370 - Science Extended Degree

Foundation Optional

Foundation Core

Foundation Compulsory

Foundation Level

Sandwich Year Out Optional

Sandwich Year Out

Intermediate Compulsory

Intermediate Core

Intermediate Optional

Intermediate Level

Honours Compulsory

Honours Core

Honours Optional

Honours Level

Structure

use library resources and locate literature.

meet set deadlines for the submission of coursework.

develop from a passive to an active learner.

concentrate on what is being said and develop attentiveness.

record experimentally determined measurements.

select, integrate and prepare material from a variety of sources.

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

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

know the fundamental principles of physics.

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

summarise and interpret data by hypotheses testing.

compile written reports of practical work.

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.

use audio and visual aids in presentations.

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

possess a wide factual knowledge of the basic elements of science.

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

be aware of the importance of safety in a scientific laboratory.

obtain assistance from others when solving complex problems.

write essays and answer examination questions.

know the fundamental principles of organic, physical and inorganic chemistry.

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

know the fundamental principles of biology.

be skilled in the basic practical techniques associated with experimental science.

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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..</li>
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UH-000370

Key sources of information are:
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<li>Annual Course Reviews</li>
<li>External Examiner’s reports</li>
<li>Definitive Course Validation Documents</li>
<li>University of Huddersfield Prospectus</li>
<li>Course Handbook</li>
<li>Module handbooks</li>
<li>University of Huddersfield Handbook of Undergraduate Regulations.</li>
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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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<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>
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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>
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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>
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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>
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<li>All students have access to a Student Engagement Mentor who works with the University Student Support systems to provide pastoral support as required.</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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