University Calendar 2009/10
Section VIII : Academic Regulations - Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences
School of Psychology



PREFACE
CONTENTS
SEMESTERS
SECTION I
SECTION II
SECTION III
SECTION IV
SECTION V
SECTION VI
SECTION VII
SECTION VIII
SECTION IX
 
ARCHIVE 2003/4
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Biological Sciences
Health Sciences
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Psychology Index
School School of Psychology
Final Award Bachelor of Science (BSc)
Programme(s) Psychology
Last modified 21 June 2008
Reviewed in June 2009; no changes made

Reference should be made to the University's General Regulations found in Section IV and Section V (Higher Degree Regulations) of the University Calendar.

Except where the School has been granted an out-out by the University (see below) the following academic regulations apply in addition to the General Regulations.

1. Admissions
 
1.1 Candidates must satisfy the general entrance requirements specified in the University's regulations for admission to degree courses. Normal entry requirement to the BSc in Psychology is based on 21 units (eg: ABB). The School of Psychology does not accept General Studies A-level as contributing towards 18 units. However, any additional A-levels, including General Studies, will be taken into account during the decision process. Alternative qualifications, and those from other countries, are considered on their equivalence and merit.
1.2 The School supports the University's commitment to a comprehensive policy of equal opportunities and cultural diversity. Students are selected solely on the basis of their relevant academic merits and abilities.


2. Structure of Programme(s)
 
2.1 The mode of attendance is full-time.
2.2 The duration of study leading to the degree of BSc is three academic years.
2.3 This programme of study may include lectures, seminars, tutorials, report writing and practical work.
2.4 A full honours programme consists of 360 credit points, 120 to be taken in each year of study.
2.5 In the third year candidates choose 6 modules, other than those which are core or compulsory, by indicating preferences online.


3. Progression
 
3.1 To pass the year of study for Year One and Year Two candidates must pass all core units and pass at least 6 out of 8 units.
3.2 Candidates may apply to suspend from the programme temporarily for a specified period.


4. Assessment
 
4.1 Examination includes all methods of assessment that include essays, multiple choice questions, practical reports, statistical assignments, weekly diaries and examinations.
4.2 Assignments for all units within the School are graded using a categorical marking scheme.


5. Award of Qualification(s)
 
5.1 To graduate and gain an honours degree in Psychology candidates must pass the literature review and project (two units).
5.2 The final award is awarded by Senate on the recommendation of the School Exam Board to candidates who have satisfactorily completed an approved course of study and have satisfied the assessment requirements.
5.3 In order to be eligible for the British Psychological Society's Graduate Basis for Registration, students must gain at least a lower second class honours degree.


6. Placements/Study Abroad/Exchange/Fieldwork
 
Not applicable.


7. Other
 
These regulations may be revised during the student's period of registration in accordance with the procedures approved by Senate.


Submitted by the Secretariat
Last reviewed: 21-Jul-2009
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