University Calendar 2010/11
Section X : Academic Regulations - Faculty of Health Sciences


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Academic Unit Faculty of Health Sciences
Final Award Master of Science (MSc)
Programme(s) Health and Rehabilitation
Last modified July 2010

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

1. Admissions
 
The normal requirement for entry to the course will be a relevant first degree or professional qualification at an equivalent level in an appropriate discipline. Acceptance will be at the discretion of the Dean of the Faculty. Candidates whose first language is not English are required to reach a satisfactory standard in an approved test in English, or otherwise demonstrate to the Director of the Language Centre of the University that they have an adequate command of both written and spoken English language to follow the course.

The minimum classification normally expected for a degree entrant is 2:1. Other classifications or appropriate qualifications might include, for example, a diploma in physiotherapy, occupational therapy, podiatry, nursing, speech and language therapy, medicine or psychology. Candidates without a good first degree are expected to demonstrate evidence of advanced studies, a relevant professional qualification at a suitable level, plus a minimum of 12 months relevant post-qualifying professional experience.

All candidates must satisfy the Programme Leader that they are competent to pursue the programme. Candidates must also be approved by the Faculty of Health Sciences. The right to refuse permission shall be reserved to the relevant Programme Leader.

Candidates may register for one of the following:
     
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Health and Rehabilitation (PGCert)
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Health and Rehabilitation (PGDip)
  • MSc in Health and Rehabilitation
  • Individual module(s)
Equality Statement
The University of Southampton confirms its commitment to a comprehensive policy of equal opportunities in employment and for students. Individuals are selected and treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities and are given equal opportunities within the University. The aim of the policy is to ensure that no job applicant or employee, prospective student or student, should receive less favourable treatment on any grounds which are not relevant to good employment practice for staff or to academic ability and attainment for students. The University is committed to a programme of action to make the policy fully effective.

Accreditation of Prior Learing (APL)
APEL/APCL will be considered on a case by case basis in accordance with the University regulations for APL.



2. Structure of Programme(s)
 
The programme structure is as follows:
    PGCert : 60 taught credits at Masters level 7.
    PGDip : 120 taught credits at Masters level 7.
    MSc : 180 credits at Masters level 7 (120 taught credits plus a research dissertation of 60 credits).
    Individual modules : specified credits at Masters level 7.
The programme may be of full-time or part-time study.

Normal Periods of Study
Normal periods of study for the Master of Science in Health and Rehabilitation shall be one academic year for full-time study or two years for part-time study. The maximum period of study shall not exceed five years.

Normal periods of study for the PGCert and PGDip will depend on modules of study chosen.

Candidates may apply to the Programme Leader to suspend from the programme temporarily for a specified period which will not normally exceed twelve months. This suspension period will not count towards the total period of candidature.

The programme may include lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical work, course work, contract learning and projects as specified for individual modules. Candidates will select their modules in consultation with, and with the approval of, the Programme Leader.

Candidates for the MSc will be required to undertake a research dissertation that will normally be between 15,000 and 20,000 words in length on a topic to be agreed with the Programme Leader. Full-time candidates must submit their dissertation within one calendar year of registration for the MSc. Part-time candidates must submit their research dissertation within a maximum of 24 months of registration for the MSc.

Academic staff within the Faculty of Health Sciences, and other staff approved for this purpose, will supervise MSc students' research projects. The Programme Leader will manage the appointment of supervisors.


3. Progression
 
Progression Regulations are as described in the University Calendar, Section IV : General Regulations; Progression, Determination and Classification of Results.


4. Assessment
 
Each module will be assessed according to the module profile. Assessments may include written assignments, examinations, practical work and a dissertation. In addition, candidates for the MSc may be required to attend a viva voce examination.

The module pass mark and overall pass mark for the award of MSc is 50%.

Candidates who exceed the specified word limitation (+/- 10%) within a module will incur a 10% penalty reduction in their overall module mark.


5. Award of Qualification(s)
 
Candidates who have satisfied the examiners and who have accumulated the requisite number of credits shall be awarded the qualification for which they have registered.

Candidates for the degree of MSc who fail to achieve a pass mark in the dissertation (even after any permitted re-assessment) may be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma. No candidate may be awarded more than one qualification (Diploma or MSc) for the same programme of study.

Candidates may be awarded a Distinction for the degree of MSc if they have achieved an average of at least 70% in taught modules, passed each module at the first attempt and attained a mark of at least 70% in the dissertation. Modules that have had successful APEL and APCL claims will not be included in this calculation enabling it possible for students with successful APEL and APCL claims to gain a Distinction award in the MSc programme.


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.

Candidates who do not attend at least 80% of timetabled modular sessions will incur a 10% penalty reduction in their overall modular mark.

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