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Admissions |
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In addition to the information given in the University's General Regulations, the normal entry requirements for MSc Chemistry by Research programme is a BSc (Hons) degree (class 2.1 or above) or its equivalent, in an appropriate discipline (please refer to individual programme specifications). |
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Candidates who do not meet the normal entry requirements but have relevant professional experience in an appropriate field, may also apply and will be considered on an individual basis. Applications from mature candidates and international candidates are welcome and will be considered on an individual basis. |
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All individuals are selected and treated on their relative merits and abilities in line with the University's Equal Opportunities Policy. Disabled applicants will be treated according to the same procedures as any other applicant with the added involvement of Enabling Services to assess their needs. Such applicants are therefore encouraged to make contact early and discuss their needs. The Faculty will make reasonable adjustments for students with disabilities (eg. hearing impairment, visual impairment, mobility difficulties, dyslexia), particularly the practical laboratory sessions, and we will attempt to accommodate students wherever possible. |
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Applicants may be required to attend an interview which may be conducted face to face or via a remote online facility such as Skype. |
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Structure of Programme(s) |
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The MSc Chemistry by Research programme is offered on a full-time basis. |
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The duration of the full-time programme is one year. Students undertake the taught component between October and May. The research component is undertaken throughout the whole year and normally completed with the submission of the dissertation during September. |
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The programme consists of a number of core, compulsory and optional modules. Some modules have pre-requisites and some modules are mutually exclusive. Detailed information can be found in the programme specifications and in individual module descriptors. These can be found on the Chemistry website. |
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Students must select their option choices for each semester of study before the start of the semester or before the option choices deadline as notified by the Faculty Student Office. |
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It is the responsibility of each student to ensure that the combination of modules they have selected is valid and meets the requirements of their programme of study. |
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Students have until the end of week two of the semester in which to change their selections. Students changing their selection after the deadline are responsible for checking that there are no timetable clashes. |
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Students will be required to agree their project topic at the start of Semester 1 and to start their research work immediately. |
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Progression |
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Assessment |
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The Programmes follow the University Regulations for Progression, Determination and Classification of Results for Standalone Masters specified in Section IV of the University Calendar. |
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The performance of candidates shall be assessed by the Board of Examiners in accordance with the University's regulations governing examinations for the relevant programme(s) of study. Details of the assessment for individual modules are given in module specifications (synopses) held on the Chemistry website. |
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Students who do not achieve the appropriate level of performance will be required to successfully undertake additional study and/or re-examination during either the summer vacation or the following academic year before proceeding. |
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Award of Qualification(s) |
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The final award is determined in accordance with the University Regulations for Progression, Determination and Classification of Results for Standalone Masters, as specified in Section IV of the University Calendar. |
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The MSc in Chemistry by Research may be awarded at either a Pass, Merit or Distinction level. |
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Exit Awards: Are available in accordance with University Regulations for Progression, Determination and Classification of Results for Standalone Masters, as specified in Section IV of the University Calendar. |
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The final award is awarded by Senate on the recommendation of the Faculty Programmes Committee to candidates who have satisfactorily completed an approved course of study and have satisfied the assessment requirements. |
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Placements/Study Abroad/Exchange/Fieldwork |
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All students are required to complete a risk assessment before undertaking any of the above activities as part of their studies if that activity is judged to involve health and safety risks. |
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Other |
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Any other specific requirements for individual programmes are included in programme specifications. |
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Candidates are required to satisfy the academic and attendance requirements of the programme as laid out in the Programme Specification and the Student Handbook for the programme. Those failing to do so may have their course terminated. |
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Attendance at tutorials, lectures and practical classes is essential and is monitored. Persistent absentees will receive a warning from the Faculty. |
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These regulations may be revised during the student's period of registration in accordance with the procedures approved by Senate. |
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