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1 Programme specification BA (Hons) in Applied Theology BA (Hons) in Applied Theology with Youth Ministry BA (Hons) in Applied Theology with Christian Leadership Certificate of Higher Education in Applied Theology Faculty: Faculty of Theology Entry from: 2016/17 Awarding Institution: Teaching Institution: Delivery Location: Programme/s Accredited by: Exit Awards: York St John University Irish Bible Institute Irish Bible Institute, Dublin Not applicable Diploma of Higher Education in Applied Theology B.A. in Applied Theology (Ordinary Level) UCAS Code / GTTR / Other: Joint Honours Combinations: Not applicable Not applicable QAA Benchmark Group(s): Theology and Religious Studies (2007) Mode/s of Study: Full-time Cert HE - 1 year BA - 3 years Part-time Cert HE 2 years daytime; 3 years evening BA 6 years or 7 years (if HE Certificate is taken via evening classes) Language of Study: English Programme specification Page 1 of 17

2 Introduction and Special Features This document provides a concise specification of the main features of the BA (Hons) in Applied Theology delivered at Irish Bible Institute. It outlines the overall aims of the programme and the learning outcomes that you might reasonably be expected to achieve if you take full opportunity of the learning opportunities provided. Special features: IBI s motto is Head, Heart and Hands, relating to cognitive, affective and behavioural domains of learning. Throughout the programme, modules are distributed not only by Level but also by a consistent emphasis on integrating, as much as possible, these three domains within the learning experience and in assessments. An emphasis on Head (cognitive domain) enables you to engage critically with the Bible, theology and theological concepts. An emphasis on Heart (affective domain) encourages reflective practice, critical self-awareness and thoughtfulness about the role of emotions, feelings, attitudes, character and motivation in learning and within active Christian ministry. An emphasis on Hands (behavioural domain) emphasises that it is not enough to assume abstract teaching in class will necessarily translate to changed behaviour. We take seriously the principle that truth is truly learned as it is lived. For this reason there is a consistent stress on actual praxis throughout the programme. All of the awards have a common Level 1. After this you can register for the BA (Hons) in Applied Theology but also have the option of registering for one of two strands within the degree that lead to sub-disciplinary named awards. The strands are Youth Ministry and Christian Leadership. Each allows specialisation if you have a particular vocational and/or professional interest in these areas. The strands are built around the core modules at Levels 2 and 3, with Level 1 providing a foundation for further progression. Students taking a strand will complete 90 credits specifically related to that strand which constitutes 25% of the overall degree. Compulsory modules are structured across all three Levels which embed key knowledge and skills. These are complemented by a choice of elective modules which give you opportunity to explore the diversity of the subject of Applied Theology. Within the Ministry & Personal Development modules in particular, there are opportunities for you to spend time outside the Institute in various forms of Christian ministry; within local churches, para-church organisations and community projects as part of an experiential reflective learning process that has vocational benefit. At Level 3, the Ministry & Personal Development module forms an integrative module reflecting on your whole learning experience. Within Level 3 there is a compulsory dissertation / project module which provides opportunity for independent research which can include fieldwork in relation to a relevant aspect of Applied Theology.

3 Admissions Criteria Your admission on to the programme will be determined by an assessment of your potential to contribute to and benefit from your proposed course of study and by academic, personal, professional and other relevant criteria. The following are three routes for entry to the programme: 1. Academic Entry Minimum entry requirements into the programme are: Irish Leaving Certificate: 240 points or equivalent 2. AP(E)L You may apply for entry to the programme, or for credit transfer, on the basis of Accredited Prior Learning (APL) or Accredited Prior Experiential Learning (APEL). The onus is on you to demonstrate that you have: accumulated sufficient experience to prepare yourself for the course of study; experience relevant to the scheme of study; appropriate preparation compared to a candidate enrolling on the basis of existing academic qualifications. The BA Programme Committee will examine each application on a case by case basis Interviews and samples of work will be taken into account. Students are considered on an individual basis and York St John University AP(E)L procedures will apply for any applicant seeking to join the programme by this route. See 3. Associate status entry This access route is open if you are a student who can demonstrate sufficient ministry or professional experience to indicate that you have the ability to study at undergraduate level. Applicants must have at least two years of relevant professional/christian ministry* experience (evidenced by referees). If you enter via this route, you will be required to demonstrate that you are able to work at BA Level by successfully completing a semester as an associate student. Upon successfully completing and passing the modules in the first semester you can enrol for the full BA programme and transfer credits gained. *Relevant professional/christian ministry means significant involvement over a period of at least two years in the broad area of Christian ministry (either paid or lay).

4 International Students If you are an international student (non-eu) you may apply according to the procedures above. The onus will be on you to demonstrate equivalence to Irish / UK entry standards. The Irish Government will consider student visas for international (non-eu) students applying for full-time undergraduate programmes. IBI is recognised for such provision by the relevant government departments. You must be proficient in English in order to be admitted to the programme. Students will need to demonstrate competence in English at IELTS level 6.0 (min. 5.5 in each section) or recognised equivalent in Ireland such as the English Test for Academic and Professional Purposes (ETAPP). For more information see York St John University international English requirements Local Criteria As part of the selection procedure, all candidates will demonstrate active engagement in some form of Christian ministry. All candidates will be asked for references and will be interviewed by at least one member of the BA Programme Committee. Programme Aims The overall aims of the programme are drawn from Irish Bible Institute s purpose of preparing a wide variety of men and women for Christian service in a broad range of settings. In this context, the BA (Hons) in Applied Theology programme aims to enable you to: 1. develop biblical and theological frameworks for Christian life and ministry; 2. become an increasingly self-reflective learner; 3. apply learning in the context of your ministry practice. (If you apply for either the Youth or Leadership strands, these three aims will have particular focus on those areas.) As an applied programme, there is a consistent emphasis on the relationship between theory and practice. The outcome of the programme (for the general degree or the two strands within it) will have been achieved when you have become a more theologically informed, self-reflective and practically competent practitioner, able to move between biblical and theological knowledge and actual ministry practice in your own context.

5 Programme Learning Outcomes The programme provides opportunities for you to develop and demonstrate certain learning outcomes that you will have on completion of the programme. These outcomes are progressively developed through the three Levels. They have been developed in consultation with the QAA Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (2008) and QAA subject benchmark statements for undergraduate Theology and Religious Studies (2007). They are explained in more detail below at each level across four categories. (i) Knowledge and understanding for the subject (ii) Cognitive Skills (iii) Personal and Ministry skills (iv) Generic and key transferable skills Level 1 / FHEQ L4 Knowledge and Understanding 1.1. Identify and apply basic methods in biblical studies and Christian theology 1.2 Describe and discuss attitudes, skills, and abilities required for Christian ministry Cognitive Skills 1.1 Identify and apply basic methods for interpreting and communicating the biblical text 1.2 Demonstrate awareness of different Christian traditions and be able to represent diverse views fairly and accurately Personal and Ministry skills 1.1 Develop skills of independent study and self-reflective learning 1.2 Begin to develop skills of critical thinking and self-critical analysis Generic and key transferable skills 1.1 Communicate structured and coherent arguments conforming to academic conventions and standards 1.2 Exercise personal responsibility in developing a pattern of independent learning 1.3 Develop relationships that foster teamwork and mutual partnerships 1.4 Begin to understand the process of analysis and critical thinking 1.5 Begin to utilise library and online theological learning resources to gather secondary source material.

6 Level 2 / FHEQ L5 Knowledge and Understanding 2.1 Critically apply key methods in biblical studies and Christian theology 2.2 Analyse and reflect critically on attitudes, skills, and abilities required for Christian ministry Knowledge and Understanding for Leadership strand In addition to 2.1 and 2.2 above, in order to gain the award within the Leadership strand of the BA, students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes: 2.3 Analyse and reflect critically on the attitudes, skills and abilities required for Christian leadership. Knowledge and Understanding for Youth Ministry strand In addition to 2.1 and 2.2 above, in order to gain the award within the Youth Ministry strand of the BA, students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes: 2.3 Analyse and reflect critically on the attitudes, skills and abilities required for Youth Ministry. Cognitive Skills 2.1 Analyse and apply critically methods for interpreting and communicating the biblical text in a variety of settings 2.2 Engage actively with and evaluate a range of perspectives and be able to represent different views fairly and accurately Cognitive Skills for Leadership strand In addition to 2.1 and 2.2 above, in order to gain the award within the Leadership strand of the BA, students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes: 2.3 Identify, analyse and evaluate the particular demands of Christian leadership in a variety of contexts. Cognitive Skills for Youth Ministry strand In addition to 2.1 and 2.2 above, in order to gain the award within the Youth Ministry strand of the BA, students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes: 2.3 Identify, analyse and evaluate the particular demands of Youth Ministry in a variety of contexts. Personal and Ministry 2.1 Engage in analysis, critical thinking and self-critical reflection 2.2 Reflect self-critically on the interface between theory and ministry practice

7 Personal and Ministry for Leadership strand In addition to 2.1 and 2.2 above, in order to gain the award within the Christian Leadership strand of the BA, students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes: 2.3 Reflect self-critically on the interface between theory and leadership practice Personal and Ministry for Youth Ministry strand In addition to 2.1 and 2.2 above, in order to gain the award within the Youth Ministry strand of the BA, students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes: 2.3 Reflect self-critically on the interface between theory and Youth Ministry practice Generic and key transferable skills (for all strands) 2.1 Communicate with nuanced arguments that engage with issues of academic debate 2.2 Identify and reflect critically on areas of personal interest for independent research 2.3 Reflect critically on teamwork and mutual partnerships 2.4 Engage in analysis and critical thinking and self-critical reflection 2.5 Identify and critically select library and online theological learning resources within independent research Level 3 / FHEQ 6 Knowledge and Understanding 3.1 Critically and systematically analyse a range of issues in biblical studies and Christian theology 3.2 Engage self-reflectively and critically in analysis of the attitudes, skills, and abilities required for Christian ministry. Knowledge and Understanding for Leadership strand In addition to 3.1 and 3.2 above, in order to gain the award within the Leadership strand of the BA, students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes: 3.3 Engage self-reflectively and critically in developing an analysis of the attitudes, skills and abilities required for Christian leadership. Knowledge and Understanding for Youth Ministry strand In addition to 3.1 and 3.2 above, in order to gain the award within the Youth Ministry strand of the BA, students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes: 3.3 Engage self-reflectively and critically in developing an analysis of the attitudes, skills and abilities required for Youth Ministry.

8 Cognitive Skills 3.1 Critically analyse hermeneutical methodologies for communicating the biblical text in a spiritually relevant and consistent manner in various contemporary ministry settings 3.2 Engage critically with a range of perspectives and be able to represent different views fairly and accurately Cognitive Skills for Leadership strand In addition to 3.1 and 3.2 above, in order to gain the award within the Leadership strand of the BA, students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes: 3.3 Reflect critically on particular demands of Christian leadership in a variety of contexts. Cognitive Skills for Youth Ministry strand In addition to 3.1 and 3.2 above, in order to gain the award within the Youth Ministry strand of the BA, students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes: 3.3 Reflect critically on particular demands of Youth Ministry in a variety of contexts. Personal and Ministry 3.1 Engage in a systematic process of analysis, critical thinking and self-critical reflection 3.2 Reflect self-critically and analytically on the interface between theory and ministry practice Personal and Ministry for Leadership strand In addition to 3.1 and 3.2 above, in order to gain the award within the Leadership strand of the BA, students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes: 3.3 Engage in a systematic process of analysis, critical thinking and self-critical reflection concerning Christian leadership Personal and Ministry for Youth Ministry strand In addition to 3.1 and 3.2 above, in order to gain the award within the Leadership strand of the BA, students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes: 3.3 Engage in a systematic process of analysis, critical thinking and self-critical reflection concerning Youth Ministry. Generic and key transferable skills (for all strands) 3.1 Communicate in ways that build on issues of academic debate and ministry practice 3.2 Demonstrate initiative and personal responsibility in planning and implementing independent research 3.3 Plan, manage and implement learning with others 3.4 Identify appropriate issues for analysis and critical evaluation 3.5 Demonstrate skills necessary to research and construct an academic bibliography

9 Honours Awards In addition to the Level 3 outcomes above, in order to gain the BA honours degree, students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes: 3.1 Engage in critical self-reflection on learning developed throughout the programme and its application for personal ministry practice Complete a dissertation or research project that makes use of scholarly resources, devises and sustains theological arguments and examines critically an issue related to Applied Theology. In addition to the Level 3 outcomes above, in order to gain the BA honours degree with Christian Leadership, students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes: 3.1 Engage in critical self-reflection on learning developed throughout the programme and its application for personal ministry practice within the area of Christian Leadership. 3.2 Complete a dissertation or research project that makes use of scholarly resources; devise and sustain theological arguments and examines critically an issue related to Christian Leadership. In addition to the Level 3 outcomes above, in order to gain the BA honours degree with Youth Ministry, students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes: 3.1 Engage in critical self-reflection on learning developed throughout the programme and its application for personal ministry practice within the area of Youth Ministry. 3.2 Complete a dissertation or research project that makes use of scholarly resources; devise and sustain theological arguments and examines critically an issue related to Youth Ministry. Progression through the degree will enable you to build on the various aspects of biblical and theological reflection and analysis developed at each Level and to apply these to your ministry practice in an increasingly critical and self-reflective manner. It will also develop your transferable skills and personal qualities that will be useful in a wide range of life settings. Programme Structure Rotation of Modules Level 1 modules are offered each year and provide a foundational platform from which students progress. Level 2 and Level 3 modules will be delivered in rotation so that each module in each Level is delivered bi-annually. Some modules such as Ministry & Personal Development and the Level 3 Dissertation/Project are Level specific and are delivered each year. Students from Level 2 and 3 study together in the same classroom. Students at Levels 2 and 3 studying the same module simultaneously will nevertheless be working with

10 distinct aims, assessments and learning outcomes appropriate to their particular Level. A module taken at Level 2 cannot later be taken at Level 3 (see barred combinations in the table below). Core modules or Compulsory for Award modules are therefore only compulsory for the Level in which they are taken. Core and Elective Modules The programme is designed to serve students with varying vocational goals. This is achieved through a structure of core modules at each Level supplemented by elective modules to give you flexibility in selecting options for study. The mixture between core and elective modules ensures a breadth of subjects is taken across theology, biblical studies and personal development at each Level of the degree. The Dissertation at Level 3 gives you the opportunity to engage in independent research and is compulsory for the BA (Hons) Degree Award. Theology core modules are 1BA01, 2BA11/3BA11 and 2BA51/3BA51. Old Testament core modules are 1BA03, 2BA13/3BA13 and 2BA53/3BA53 New Testament core modules include 1BA02, 1BA05 and NT books 2BA52/3BA52, 2BA14/3BA14, 2BA15/3BA15 and 2BA54/3BA54. Having four NT core book options allows for flexibility in what NT books are offered each year. Students will do at least one NT book and a maximum of two within the degree. Interpretation core modules are 1BA05 and 2BA12/3BA12. Ministry & Personal Development core modules are 1BA04, 2BA01 and 3BA01. At Level 3, students complete a core Dissertation module, 3BA02, 3BA03 or 3BA04. Specialist Strands After Level 1, you will have a choice whether to enter the Youth Ministry or Christian Leadership strand. You will take specific modules related to your chosen strand at Levels 2 and 3 amounting to a total of 90 credits which constitutes 25% of the overall degree. Selected modules are compulsory for the award of BA (Hons) in Applied Theology with Christian Leadership and BA (Hons) in Applied Theology with Youth Ministry. BA (Hons) in Applied Theology with Youth Ministry Youth Ministry: Theology and Strategy (2BA65/3BA65) Youth Ministry: Faith Formation in Contemporary Culture (2BA23/3BA23) Ministry & Personal Development 2 specifically related to youth ministry (2BA01) Ministry & Personal Development 3 (3BA01) Dissertation: subject specifically related to youth ministry (3BA03) With academic counselling, one other 15 credit module at either Level 2 or 3 with tailored assignments related to Youth Ministry

11 Level Barred combinations Strand** Credits Status of Module* Rotation BA (Hons) in Applied Theology with Christian Leadership Developing Leadership (2BA26/3BA26) Ministry & Personal Development 2 specifically related to Leadership (2BA01) Ministry & Personal Development 3 (3BA01) Church and Ministry (2BA66/3BA66) Dissertation (3BA04) With academic counselling, one other 15 credit module at either Level 2 or 3 with tailored assignments related to Christian Leadership The modules for the programme are listed in the table below: Modules in Level 1 (HE Certificate) Code Title 1BA01 1 Introducing Biblical Theology 15 C Annual 1BA02 1 The Life and Teaching of Jesus 15 C Annual 1BA03 1 Overview of the Old Testament 15 C Annual 1BA04 1 Ministry & Personal Development 1 15 C Annual 1BA05 1 Interpreting and Applying the Bible 15 C Annual 1BA11 1 The Story of the Church 15 E Annual 1BA12 1 Introduction to Pastoral Caring 15 E Annual 1BA13 1 Discipleship 15 E Annual 1BA14 1 Communicating the Bible 15 E Annual 1BA15 1 Overview of the New Testament 15 E Annual 1BA16 1 Independent Study 15 E Annual 1BA17 1 Pentecostal History 15 E Annual 1BA18 1 Pentecostal Perspectives 15 E Annual

12 Level Barred combinations Strand** Credits Status of Module* Rotation Modules in Level 2 (HE Diploma) Code Title 2BA01 2 Ministry & Personal Development 2 Y, L 15 C or CY or CL Annual 2BA05 2 Independent Study 15 E Annual 2BA11 2 3BA11 New Testament Christology 15 C Rotation 1 2BA12 2 3BA12 Enabling Biblical Interpretation 15 C Rotation 1 2BA13 2 3BA13 Old Testament Narrative 15 C Rotation 1 2BA14 2 3BA14 NT Text: Ephesians 15 C Rotation 1 2BA15 2 3BA15 NT Text: Romans 15 C Rotation 1 2BA21 2 3BA21 The Story of the Irish Church 15 E Rotation 1 2BA22 2 3BA22 Christian Ethics 15 E Rotation 1 2BA23 2 3BA23 Youth Ministry: Faith Formation in Contemporary Culture Y 15 E or CY Rotation 1 2BA24 2 3BA24 Faith in Contemporary Culture 15 E Rotation 1 2BA25 2 3BA25 Communicating the Bible in the Modern World 15 E Rotation 1 2BA26 2 3BA26 Developing Leadership L 15 E or CL Rotation 1 2BA27 2 3BA27 Christian Mission in Contemporary Ireland 15 E Rotation 1 2BA51 2 3BA51 The Person and Work of the Holy Spirit 15 C Rotation 2 2BA52 2 3BA52 NT Text: Hebrews 15 C Rotation 2 2BA53 2 3BA53 Poetry and Wisdom in the Old Testament 15 C Rotation 2 2BA54 2 3BA54 NT Text: Gospel 15 C Rotation 2 2BA61 2 3BA61 Issues in Contemporary Theology 15 E Rotation 2 2BA62 2 3BA62 Christian Spirituality 15 E Rotation 2 2BA63 2 3BA63 Preaching 15 E Rotation 2 2BA64 2 3BA64 Developing Pastoral Care 15 E Rotation 2 2BA65 2 3BA65 Youth Ministry: Theology and Strategy Y 15 E or CY Rotation 2 2BA66 2 3BA66 Church and Ministry L 15 E or CL Rotation 2

13 Level Barred combinations Strand** Credits Status of Module* Rotation Modules in Level 3 (BA (Hons)) Code Title 3BA01 3 Ministry & Personal Development 3 10 C,CL, CY Annual 3BA02 3 Dissertation 20 CA Annual 3BA03 3 Dissertation (with Youth Ministry) Y 20 CY Annual 3BA04 3 Dissertation (with Christian Leadership) L 20 CL Annual 3BA05 3 Independent Study 15 E Annual 3BA11 3 2BA11 New Testament Christology 15 C Rotation 1 3BA12 3 2BA12 Enabling Biblical Interpretation 15 C Rotation 1 3BA13 3 2BA13 Old Testament Narrative 15 C Rotation 1 3BA14 3 2BA14 NT Text: Ephesians 15 C Rotation 1 3BA15 3 2BA15 NT Text: Romans 15 C Rotation 1 3BA21 3 2BA21 The Story of the Irish Church 15 E Rotation 1 3BA22 3 2BA22 Christian Ethics 15 E Rotation 1 3BA23 3 2BA23 Youth Ministry: Faith Formation in Contemporary Culture Y 15 E or CY Rotation 1 3BA24 3 2BA24 Faith in Contemporary Culture 15 E Rotation 1 3BA25 3 2BA25 Communicating the Bible in the Modern World 15 E Rotation 1 3BA26 3 2BA26 Developing Leadership L 15 E or CL Rotation 1 3BA27 3 2BA27 Christian Mission in Contemporary Ireland 15 E Rotation 1 3BA51 3 2BA51 The Person and Work of the Holy Spirit 15 C Rotation 2 3BA52 3 2BA52 NT Text: Hebrews 15 C Rotation 2 3BA53 3 2BA53 Poetry and Wisdom in the Old Testament 15 C Rotation 2 3BA54 3 2BA54 NT Text: Gospel 15 C Rotation 2 3BA61 3 2BA61 Issues in Contemporary Theology 15 E Rotation 2 3BA62 3 2BA62 Christian Spirituality 15 E Rotation 2 3BA63 3 2BA63 Preaching 15 E Rotation 2 3BA64 3 2BA64 Developing Pastoral Care 15 E Rotation 2 3BA65 3 2BA65 Youth Ministry: Theology and Strategy Y 15 E or CY Rotation 2

14 3BA66 3 2BA66 Church and Ministry L 15 E or CL Rotation 2 *C: Compulsory (if taken at this Level), E: Elective, CY: Compulsory for Award within Youth strand (if taken at this Level), CL: Compulsory for Award within Leadership Strand (if taken at this Level): CA: Compulsory for Award within BA (Hons) Degree (if taken at this Level). ** Y: Youth Ministry; L: Christian Leadership Teaching, Learning and Assessment The emphasis of the programme is on your learning experience as a student within the context of a faith-based learning community. It is designed to provide you with as constructive a context as possible as you work towards the programme outcomes. As a student on the programme, you will be well supported by academic and administrative staff within a warm and friendly learning environment. The relatively small size of the Institute means that students benefit from a low teacher-student ratio and close tutorial support. Study Skills tutorials and academic support sessions are timetabled within the programme at all three Levels to enable you to develop the skills necessary for academic writing, thinking and research as you progress through the degree. At Level 1 these sessions are compulsory to ensure that all students have the necessary skills to make a successful transition into HE study. We recognise that learning is not a one-way process but happens within a learning environment of students and teacher where each can help others in the learning process. Students at IBI bring with them a wide range of life and ministry experience and the teachers bring their own areas of expertise. Their interaction within the modules produces a lively learning experience, with space for discussion and exploring questions, contributing significantly to attaining both the module and the programme outcomes. There is an emphasis throughout the programme on gradual progression from one Level to the next. Level 1 is foundational, while Level 2 encourages development of critical analysis and self-learning. Level 3 builds on previous learning with increased emphasis on differentiated reading, student seminars, student-led discussions, and an increased level of independent learning and critical analysis. By the end of the degree you will have developed in areas such as critical analysis, independent thinking, creative engagement (e.g. with Catholic and other traditions, both religious and secular), reflective practice and the development of research skills. Extensive use is made of Moodle Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) within most modules on the programme. This enables you to access reading, class notes, assignments, discussion forums and other media from anywhere with an internet connection. The guideline assessed word count for each 15 credit module is 3,000 words (or equivalent depending on form of assessment used). The total word count for each Level of the programme is 24,000 words (or equivalent). The overall total word count for the programme is 72,000 words. This is not a rigid framework; the main issue is how the learning outcomes for the module can best be assessed. At Level 1 the guideline is 2, words; at Level 2 it is c.3000 words and at Level 3 it is ,500 words.

15 Methods of Assessment (including weighting of components) We also recognise that students learn in different ways and so we try to incorporate a variety of learning styles and assessment methods within the programme. Emphasis is laid on continuous assessment rather than formal examinations. Examples include: essays projects oral presentations and sermons written commentary on oral presentation / sermons exams dissertation research project book reviews student-led seminars seminar papers reflective papers case studies self and peer evaluation portfolio (including experience-based learning opportunities, placement reports and fieldwork reports) engagement with guided reading interpretation paper Formative assessment plays an important part of the teaching and learning strategy. It happens in a variety of ways including oral presentations, discussion in class, group work, in-class tests, mentor meetings, forums on Moodle and peer-to-peer and selfevaluation. The feedback you receive from such formative assessment can be crucial to your progress in the summative assessment tasks of the module. It is through this sort of combination of formative and summative assessment that you are encouraged and challenged to develop as an independent thinker. As you progress through the Levels of the programme, you are tasked with increasingly complex and challenging learning outcomes which foster increased critical thinking and independence of judgement (with necessary support and guidance available). Progression and Graduation Requirements The principles of the University s general regulations for undergraduate awards apply to this programme. The programme comprises 360 credits; 120 credits per level. Progression within the programme In order to progress from one Level to the next you need to complete each Level satisfactorily.

16 The minimum satisfactory completion of a Level requires you to: pass at least 105 credits in the Level, and obtain a reasonable attempt mark* in the remaining module. A candidate may not normally progress from Level 1 to Level 2 or from Level 2 to Level 3 unless s/he has satisfactorily completed the previous Level. Eligibility for the award of a classified Honours Degree A candidate will be eligible for the award of the BA (Hons) when s/he has: a) satisfactorily completed** Levels 1 and 2; b) attempted all the required modules for Level 3; c) passed all of the modules specified as compulsory for award; d) passed a total of at least 105 credits in Level 3 and obtained a reasonable attempt mark in the remaining module. Eligibility for the award of the Ordinary Degree A candidate will be eligible for the award of the BA (Ord) when s/he has: a) satisfactorily completed** Levels 1 and 2; b) passed at least 60 credits at Level 3. Eligibility for the award of Diploma of Higher Education A candidate will be eligible for the award of the Diploma of Higher Education when s/he has: a) satisfactorily completed** Level 1; b) attempted all the required modules for Level 2; c) passed at least 105 credits in Level 2 and obtained a reasonable attempt mark in the remaining module. Eligibility for the award of Certificate of Higher Education A candidate will be eligible for the award of the Certificate of Higher Education when s/he has: a) attempted all the required modules for Level 1; b) passed at least 105 credits in Level 1 and obtained a reasonable attempt mark in the remaining module. * A reasonable attempt mark is 20% and above for the module **Satisfactory completion of a Level means that you have: passed at least 105 credits in the Level, and obtained a reasonable attempt mark in the remaining module. Internal and External Reference Points This programme specification was formulated with reference to: University Mission Statement Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy

17 QAA subject benchmark statement Framework for Higher Education Qualifications Further Information Further information on the programme of study may be obtained from: Programme validation document (Registry Academic Quality Support) Student programme handbook (faculty) Module handbooks (faculty) Date written / revised: 06/06/14