Study information

Study Abroad Options - 2025 entry

MODULE TITLEStudy Abroad Options CREDIT VALUE120
MODULE CODEPHY3221 MODULE CONVENERUnknown
DURATION: TERM 1 2 3
DURATION: WEEKS 11 11 8
Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated) 8
DESCRIPTION - summary of the module content

This module consists of the courses taken by a Study Abroad student in their year abroad. At least half of the credits must be for physics courses, with the remainder being referred to as electives. Physics and elective courses at study abroad host institutions must be approved by the Stage 3 Study Abroad Co-ordinator. Physics courses should normally be at RQF Level 6 or above while not substantially overlapping modules that have already been taken as part of the degree. They must comprise learning within the domain conventionally known as 'Physics', but within this constraint students are encouraged to select courses that draw on the specialisms available in their host institution and/or that will broaden their education. Elective courses should normally be at RQF Level 5 or above while not substantially overlapping modules that have already been taken as part of the degree. Students are encouraged to select electives that are characteristic of the culture of the host country and/or that will broaden their education.

AIMS - intentions of the module

Physics courses within the Study Abroad programmes aim to enable the student to develop their understanding physics and of the educational system and culture of the host country and institution. Elective courses within the Study Abroad programmes are intended to enable the student to develop their understanding of the educational system and culture of the host country and institution.

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) (see assessment section below for how ILOs will be assessed)

A student who has passed this module should be able to:

  • Module Specific Skills and Knowledge:
    1. specified by host institution;
  • Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge:
    1. specified by host institution;
    2. study successfully within the system of an overseas university;
  • Personal and Key Transferable / Employment Skills and Knowledge:
    1. specified by host institution;
    2. manage their own learning and make appropriate use of support material.
SYLLABUS PLAN - summary of the structure and academic content of the module

As specified by host institution.

LEARNING AND TEACHING
LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS (given in hours of study time)
Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities 0 Guided Independent Study 0 Placement / Study Abroad 0
DETAILS OF LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS
Category Hours of study time Description
Placement/study abroad
 
 1200 Study in accordance with the conventions of the host institution

 

ASSESSMENT
FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT - for feedback and development purposes; does not count towards module grade
SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT (% of credit)
Coursework 33 Written Exams 67 Practical Exams 0
DETAILS OF SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT
Form of Assessment % of Credit Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) ILOs Assessed Feedback Method

Homework (see note)

 33 Weekly 4-hour sets  1-5 Written
Final exams (see note) 67 Totalling 4 hours 1-5 Written
Notes: Assessment assignment patterns follow the conventions of the host institution. The above entries are only indicative of typical arrangements. Grades awarded by overseas institutions are converted to Exeter grades using the conversion procedures described in the Physics Handbook        

 

DETAILS OF RE-ASSESSMENT (where required by referral or deferral)
Original Form of Assessment Form of Re-assessment ILOs Re-assessed Time Scale for Re-assessment
See reassessment notes      

 

RE-ASSESSMENT NOTES

Notes: Re-assessment arrangements follow the conventions of the host institution

RESOURCES
INDICATIVE LEARNING RESOURCES - The following list is offered as an indication of the type & level of
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener

Reading list for this module:

There are currently no reading list entries found for this module.

CREDIT VALUE 120 ECTS VALUE 60
PRE-REQUISITE MODULES None
CO-REQUISITE MODULES None
NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) 6 AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING No
ORIGIN DATE Thursday 13th July 2023 LAST REVISION DATE Friday 24th May 2024
KEY WORDS SEARCH Physics; Option; Host institution; Study Abroad.

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