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Admissions |
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For admission to any programme leading to the degree of Bachelor of Science, candidates must have:
- satisfied the Regulations for Admission to Degree Programmes as specified in the University Calendar, Section IV : General Regulations for Students;
- satisfied the programme requirements appertaining to the relevant degree as specified in the programme specifications.
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. |
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Structure of Programme(s) |
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The degree can be taken on a full-time basis over a three year period. In addition to the three University terms (two semesters) each year, students may also be required to attend for additional periods of study; for example, field courses held during vacations or supplementary examinations.
The degree consists of three levels of study with a mixture of core and optional modules at all levels. Optional modules must be chosen in consultation with the personal tutor. The programme structure and examples of optional modules are detailed in the programme specification and at http://www.southampton.ac.uk/geography/undergraduate/courses/f800_bsc_geography.page?. |
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Progression |
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In addition to the requirements laid out in the University's Regulations for Progression, the following also applies:
Repeat: The repeat of a dissertation shall normally mean the setting aside of the original dissertation topic.
At the end of Year 1 is may be possible to transfer to the BA Geography programme, subject to place availability. |
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Assessment |
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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. All examinations will be held during the standard University examination periods. |
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Award of Qualification(s) |
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Placements/Study Abroad/Exchange/Fieldwork |
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Geography runs an exchange programme to Singapore, Canada and Europe. Students may choose to participate in an exchange during semester 2 of the second year of their degree programme. The marks achieved during the exchange will be included in the final degree class aggregate and may be scaled to ensure parity with UK marks.
There are also field courses for undergraduates. Some of these are a core requirement of the degree programme; please see the programme specification for further details. |
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Other |
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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. |
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