End-Point Assessment Preparation
| Module title | End-Point Assessment Preparation |
|---|---|
| Module code | POLM898DA |
| 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 in the Public Sector MSc. It aims to prepare apprentices for end-point assessment (EPA) for the Level 7 Systems Thinking Practitioner 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 A also called Assessment Method 1 (AM1); and (2) a Professional Discussion underpinned by Portfolio also called Assessment Method 2 (AM2). In preparation for EPA, this module requires all portfolio submissions to be signed off by the Academic Mentor. The assessment mimics elements of EPA to allow students to practice for EPA. Students will participate in mock Professional Discussions and presentations and Q and A based on their OneFile submissions. Further information on the EPA including details of the assessment can be found in the EPA plan for the Level 7 Systems Thinking Practitioner Apprenticeship End-point assessment plan at https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/media/4172/st0787_systems-thinking-practitioner_l7_forpublication7420.pdf
Module aims - intentions of the module
The module aims to prepare apprentices for End-point assessment (EPA) for the Level 7 Systems Thinking Practitioner Apprenticeship.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. Synthesise the learning of applying at least three systems approaches in the workplace.
- 2. Critically reflect on the drawbacks and advantages of different systemic approaches and paradigms as applied to real-life workplace scenarios.
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 3. Evaluate and audit your own and others systems practice and act on the findings.
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 4. Demonstrate effective communication skills.
- 5. Describe / explain concepts in professional discussion of practice.
Syllabus plan
Students should familiarise themselves with Advance HE EPA Handbook 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 Activity | 14 | Lectures and workshops |
| Guided independent study | 88 | Independent work on portfolio and EPA exam preparation |
| Placement/Study Abroad | 300 | Apprentice applying ST concepts to work context |
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presentation and Q&A | 30 minutes: 15-17 minutes presentation and 10-13 minutes Q&A (equivalent to 3000 words) | 1,2,3 | 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: presentation and Q&A | 50 | Presentation + 2 questions from the AM1 question bank over 30 mins (equivalent to 3000 words) | 1-5 | Written |
| Viva voce: professional discussion | 50 | 2 questions from the AM2 question bank 20 mins (equivalent to 2000 words) | 1-5 | Written |
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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: presentation and Q and A (30 minutes) | Viva voce: presentation and Q and A (30 minutes) | 1-5 | 12 weeks |
| Viva voce: professional discussion (2000 words) | Viva voce: professional discussion (2000 words) | 1-5 | 12 weeks |
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
- Advance HE L7 Apprentice EPA Handbook
| Credit value | 30 |
|---|---|
| NQF level (module) | 7 |
| Available as distance learning? | No |
| Origin date | 26/02/2025 |
| Last revision date | 26/02/2025 |
