University of Southampton Calendar 2012/13


University Calendar 2012/13 Section XIII : Academic Regulations - Faculty of Social and Human Sciences

Academic Unit	Geography and Environment
Final Award	Master of Science; Postgraduate Diploma; Postgraduate Certificate
Programme(s)	Applied Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing
Last modified	August 2012

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.

Admissions

Where modules completed by a candidate at other places of learning are considered to be equivalent to a relevant module of the programme (in accordance with the University's regulations on credit transfer) the University may permit such a candidate to qualify for the degree by following such a programme of study and completing such examinations as it shall specify.

In line with the University's Equal Opportunities Policy, individuals are treated on their relevant merits and abilities and are given equal opportunities within the module, Faculty and University. The aim of the policy is to ensure that no prospective or current student should receive any less favourable treatment on any grounds which are not relevant to academic ability and attainment. Every effort is made to ensure that disabled students are aware of and assisted in making use of the support provided by the University; to ensure access to lectures, classes, learning materials; and to ensure that where necessary appropriate variations to normal examining arrangements are made.

Structure of Programme(s)

The programme may be studied full-time over two semesters followed by the completion of a major research project during the summer. The programme consists of 7 modules of which 3 are core and 4 are chosen from a restricted list of optional modules. All options are chosen in consultation with the tutor.

The programme structure and examples of optional modules are detailed in the programme specification.

Progression

As per the University of Southampton Regulations for Progression.

Assessment

As per the University of Southampton's Examination Regulations.

Award of Qualification(s)

The Programmes follow the University Regulations for the Progression, Determination and Classification of Results specified in Section IV of the University Calendar.

Placements/Study Abroad/Exchange/Fieldwork

Not applicable.

Other

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

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.