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Study Abroad Physics Options - 2022 entry

MODULE TITLEStudy Abroad Physics Options CREDIT VALUE60
MODULE CODEPHY3218 MODULE CONVENERUnknown
DURATION: TERM 1 2 3
DURATION: WEEKS
Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated) 8
DESCRIPTION - summary of the module content

Physics options at study abroad host institutions must be approved by the Stage 3 Study Abroad Co-ordinator and should normally be at NQF Level 6 or above while not substantially overlapping modules that have already been taken as part of the degree. Options must comprise learning within the domain conventionally known as 'Physics', but within this constraint students are encouraged to select modules that draw on the specialisms available in their host institution and/or that will broaden their education.

AIMS - intentions of the module

Physics option modules within the Study Abroad programmes aim to enable the student to develop their understanding physics and of the educational system and culture of 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:
2. specified by host institution;
3. study successfully within the system of an overseas university;
 
Personal and Key Transferable / Employment Skills and Knowledge:
4. specified by host institution;
5. 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 Guided Independent Study Placement / Study Abroad 600
DETAILS OF LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS
Category Hours of study time Description
Placement/study abroad
 
600 hours 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
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 exam (see note) 67% 2 hours 1-5 Written
         
         
         

 

DETAILS OF RE-ASSESSMENT (where required by referral or deferral)
Re-assessment is not available except when required by referral or deferral.
 
RE-ASSESSMENT NOTES

Re-assessment arrangement 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
ELE:
 
 

Reading list for this module:

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

CREDIT VALUE 60 ECTS VALUE 30
PRE-REQUISITE MODULES None
CO-REQUISITE MODULES None
NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) 6 AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING No
ORIGIN DATE Thursday 9th December 2021 LAST REVISION DATE Wednesday 26th January 2022
KEY WORDS SEARCH Physics; Option; Host institution; Study Abroad

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