Capstone
| Module title | Capstone |
|---|---|
| Module code | POLM816DA |
| Academic year | 2025/6 |
| Credits | 30 |
| Module staff | Dr Maya Vachkova (Lecturer) |
| Duration: Term | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: Weeks | 1 | 15 |
| Number students taking module (anticipated) | 50 |
|---|
Module description
This module is the final stage of the Systems Thinking for Service Design MSc. It aims to prepare you for end-point assessment (EPA) for the Level 6 Service Designer Apprenticeship. All apprentices must attend EPA after completing the last module of the MSc. EPA is conducted by an independent end-point assessment organisation (EPAO). It consists of two discrete Assessment Methods: (1) Work-based Project Report with Presentation and Q and; and (2) a Professional Discussion underpinned by Portfolio. In completing this module in preparation for EPA, you will have to have all portfolio submissions be signed off by the Academic Mentor. The assessment mimics elements of EPA to allow you to practice for EPA. You will participate in mock Professional Discussions and presentations and Q and A based on your OneFile submissions. Further information on the EPA including details of the assessment can be found in the EPA plan for the Level 6 Service Designer Apprenticeship End-point assessment plan at https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeship-standards/st0894
Module aims - intentions of the module
The module aims to prepare apprentices for End-point Assessment (EPA) for the Level 6 Service Designer Apprenticeship.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. Synthesise the learning of designing services in the workplace (S1).
- 2. Critically reflect on the drawbacks and advantages of different approaches as applied to real-life workplace scenarios (S4).
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 3. Evaluate and audit own and others understanding of service design (K14).
- 4. Critically appraise own approach to intervening in the workplace (S16).
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 5. Demonstrate effective communication skills (S18).
- 6. Analyse concepts in professional discussion of practice (K12).
Syllabus plan
Students should familiarise themselves with EPAO resources and work on finalising groups of evidence for all assessment clusters, which includes AM1 and AM2.
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | 88 | 300 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching | 14 | Lectures and workshops |
| Guided independent study | 88 | Independent work on portfolio and EPA exam preparation |
| Placement/Study Abroad | 300 | Apprentice applying SD concepts to work context |
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presentation and Q and A | 30 mins: 15-17 minutes and Q and A 10-13 minutes (equivalent to 3000 words) | 1,2,3,4 | Peer reviewed |
Summative assessment (% of credit)
| Coursework | Written exams | Practical exams |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 100 |
Details of summative assessment
| Form of assessment | % of credit | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viva voce: professional discussion | 100 | 2 questions on AM2 topics bank 20 mins (equivalent to 2000 words) | 1-6 | Written |
Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
| Original form of assessment | Form of re-assessment | ILOs re-assessed | Timescale for re-assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viva voce: professional discussion (2000 words) | Viva voce: professional discussion (2000 words) | 1-6 | Next re-assessment period |
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
- EPA plan for the Level 6 Service Designer Apprenticeship End-point assessment plan at https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeship-standards/st0894
- EPA resources issued by the EPAO (tbc)
| Credit value | 30 |
|---|---|
| Module ECTS | 15 |
| Module pre-requisites | None |
| Module co-requisites | None |
| NQF level (module) | 7 |
| Available as distance learning? | Yes |
| Origin date | 22/10/2025 |