University of Southampton Calendar 2015/16


University Calendar 2015/16 Section XIII : Academic Regulations - Faculty of Social, Human and Mathematical Sciences

Academic Unit	Psychology
Final Award	Postgraduate Certificate/Diploma
Programme(s)	PG Cert in CBT Theory PG Cert in CBT (Introductory level practice) PG Cert in CBT (Advanced level practice) PG Dip in CBT for Anxiety and Depression (IAPT) PG Dip in CBT (Advanced level practice)
Last modified	July 2015

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

1.1	Specific entry criteria are detailed within the programme specification.

Structure of Programme(s)

2.1	All modules in the programmes are credit rated in accordance with the Credit Accumulation and Transfer Scheme as specified in Section IV of the University Calendar.
2.2	The programme is modular. Students may choose from a range of modules with up to 30 ECTS/60 CATS for the Postgraduate Certificate or up to 60 ECTS/120 CATS for the Postgraduate Diploma. Some programmes require core modules and the IAPT programme has a fixed pathway where all modules are core. As well as attendance at taught elements, all programmes require a substantial time commitment to independent study, and all bar the PG Cert in CBT (Theory) require a commitment to supervised clinical work.
2.3	The minimum period of enrolment for the Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma programme is one academic year with a maximum enrolment period of three years.

Progression

3.1	Students must satisfy the regulations governing the Progression, Determination and Classification of Results: Standalone Masters Programmesas set out in Section IV of the University Calendar.

Assessment

4.1	The performance of students shall be assessed by the Board of Examiners in accordance with the regulations governing the Progression, Determination and Classification of Results: Standalone Masters Programmes as set out in Section IV of the University Calendar.
4.2	Assessments may include written assignments, examinations, practical work, presentations and assessment of clinical skills.
4.3	All assignments within a module must be passed in order to pass that module.
4.4	Assessment and Progression: You must achieve a mark of at least 50% in all professional modules plus an overall average of 50% to pass. If you achieve an average score of 70% or above, you will be awarded a distinction.

Award of Qualification(s)

5.1	Qualifications are awarded according to the regulations governing the Progression, Determination and Classification of Results: Standalone Masters Programmes as set out in Section IV of the University Calendar.

Placements/Study Abroad/Exchange/Fieldwork

6.1

With the exception of the PG Cert in CBT (Theory), students are required to complete supervised practice as part of their programme of study, applying theory to practical application. Students must complete the specified number of supervised clinical hours as indicated in the programme handbook in line with BABCP requirements.

Other

7.1	Students are required to satisfy the academic and the Attendance and Completion of Programme Requirements as set out in section IV of the University calendar, the programme specification and the programme handbook. Those failing to do so may have their programme terminated (see University Calendar Section IV: Transfer, Suspension, Withdrawal and Termination).
7.2	A requirement of the BABCP is that there is a minimum attendance requirement of 80% of all teaching in each module of the programme. Students who fail to meet this requirement will normally be deemed to have failed the programme. However, if students are prevented from reaching 80% attendance through illness or other special circumstances, the Special Considerations Panel may exercise discretion to enable the student to make up the time through a programme of directed study or attendance at approved events.
7.3	In cases where a student’s behaviour, health and/or professional conduct raises concern, the procedures associated with the University’s Fitness to Practice Policy will be invoked.
7.4	As a research-led University, we undertake a continuous review of our programmes to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. As a result, these regulations may be revised during a student’s period of registration, however, any revision will be balanced against the requirement that the student should receive the educational service expected. Please read our Disclaimer to see why, when and how changes may be made to a student’s programme.