Guide to Undergraduate Modular Programmes
Year: 2012 - 2013
The Guide to Undergraduate Modular programmes provides you with information on all the undergraduate programmes at UEL and helps you choose the modules which will make up your degree programme.
The Guide provides you with information on programme requirements and module details.
Programme Requirements
- Extended and Single Honours Programmes - Please refer to the full programme specifications on the alphabetical listing here
- Combined Honours Programmes
Module Lists
- Level zero modules
- Level one modules
- Level two modules
- Level three modules
- University Wide Options
- University Wide Options (With No Pre-Requisites or Pre-Cursors)
This Guide is produced by the School of Combined Honours in liaison with all Schools. Any queries regarding the content or amendments should be e mailed to combined.honours@uel.ac.uk. The Guide is produced in adobe PDF format.
Documents provided in this format require Adobe Acrobat Reader to access them.
Please see below for further information on:
- How to put together your programme of study
- Making sense of Module information
- How to work out your timetable
- University Wide Options
Your Degree Programme
UEL operates a modular Academic Framework and the programmes listed in this guide are part of this Framework. This means they will follow certain guidelines and regulations (you can find more information on the regulations in your Programme handbook).
How many modules will I study?
| Full-time study | Normally for all Single or Combined degrees you study 120 credits per year (usually 3 standard 20 credit modules per semester) |
| Part-time study | For all Single or Combined degrees you study up to (and no more than) 80 credits per year (usually 2 standard 20 credit modules per semester) |
For more information on full-time and part-time study you should look at the fees policy for students.
Can I choose which modules I will study?
Each programme generally has compulsory and optional modules. Optional modules can be chosen from a list of approved modules as indicated in this guide for your choice of degree programme.
Can I transfer between programmes?
Yes – but transfer options can be limited - so it is important that you are sure that your programme is right for you before you start. If you have problems or concerns, contact your Programme Leader, Combined Honours Leader or the School of Combined Honours.
Each academic year ALL students MUST:
| REGISTER... | for all modules to be studied, whether they are all compulsory – or made up from a selection of compulsory, option and University Wide Option modules. You must also register for any modules you are taking as repeat modules (see UEL-Direct for details) |
| ENROL... | this is done online and you will receive an e mail prompting you to do this. |
When do I register for my modules?
| New Students | You can register for your modules before arriving as part of your on-line enrolment process. |
| Continuing Students | You will need to register from March for the modules you wish to take in the next academic year (the following September) |
IT IS VITAL THAT YOU REGISTER FOR THE CORRECT MODULES FOR YOUR PROGRAMME If you do not do so it could affect your progression through your programme of study.
When planning your programme of study – be sure to think ahead to what you wish to study the following year – make sure that you have looked at what prerequisite modules (a module you have to have passed before starting another chosen module) are needed for the modules you want to take at the next level.
How Do I Put Together My Programme of Study?
Single Honours Degrees
Your programmes are listed alphabetically in the Single Honours PDF file above, you should click the relevant hyperlink in the contents page and this will take you to the appropriate section. Further advice and support to complete your module registration form is available from UEL-Direct, your Programme Leader or School Support Office.
Combined Honours Degrees
There are two types of Combined Honours degree:
| Joint | Each Joint programme makes up half of your degree. You would usually study 3 modules from each subject per year |
| Major/Minor |
Two thirds of your degree is in your MAJOR subject, one third of your degree is in your MINOR subject You will usually take FOUR modules from the MAJOR and TWO modules from the MINOR. |
As a Combined Honours student you will need to look up the details for both parts of your programmes. Your programme will be listed alphabetically, you will find the relevant link at the top of the Combined Honours PDF file above. Further advice and support to complete your module registration is available via your Combined Honours Leader or the School of Combined Honours.
Combined Studies Degrees
If you are studying a Combined Studies degree as a Single Honours or as part of a Combined Honours programme, you will also find guidance on constructing your programme within the relevant PDF file above.
Making sense of the module information
The following definitions will guide you through the information contained within the module pages:
| Module Code |
This defines the module. The letters indicate which field runs the module (e.g. PY is Psychology) and the first number indicates the level (e.g. 0, 1,2 or 3). Therefore PY1003 is a level 1 Psychology module. |
| Module Title | The full title of the module. |
| University Wide Option | Where a YES appears in this column it indicates that a Module is available as a University Wide Option. |
| Sem |
Indicates the semester in which the module runs
|
| Timetable slot | Indicates when the module is timetabled |
| Further Information | Provides additional information on the module, for instance if the module is only available to certain students. |
| Pre-requisite |
These are modules which you must pass before you can continue and take the specified module. This section also includes details of Precursor (you must have studied, but need not have passed) and Co-requisite (must be studied alongside) Modules. |
| Excluded Combination | These are modules that cannot be studied within the same programme (or where a student changes programme these modules cannot be studied in the earlier and in the later programme). This is usually because the subject content is too similar. |
How do I work out my timetable?
On the module list information above you can find out when a module is timetabled by looking at the “timetable slot” column. If a module is listed as running in Mo am & We am the classes will be scheduled some time within Monday morning and Wednesday morning. There are also evening modules usually indicated by ‘eve’ in the timetable information (eg Mo eve). The timetable slots follow the table below;
| Day | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM | 9am - 1pm | 9am - 1pm | 9am - 1pm | 9am - 1pm | 9am - 1pm |
| PM | 1pm - 5pm | 1pm - 5pm | 1pm - 5pm | 1pm - 5pm | 1pm - 5pm |
| EVE | 6pm - 9pm | 6pm - 9pm | 6pm - 9pm | 6pm - 9pm | 6pm - 9pm |
Please note: Where possible the module timetable slots fit the above structure, however in some instances lessons may finish later or earlier than their specified slot.
You need to ensure when you pick OPTION or UNIVERSITY WIDE OPTION modules that they do not clash with any other modules you have already chosen. Use the timetabling information to help you with this – but you can also seek advice from your School for more detail about timetables.
University Wide Options
University Wide options are modules that can be offered to all undergraduate students. These modules can be selected providing;
- You meet the necessary prerequisites
- That they fit into your timetable
Why choose University Wide Options?
University Wide Options allow you to pursue a personal interest, widen your skills or develop a particular specialism with the effect of enhancing your job prospects.
First Year University Wide Options
You can normally take one or two University Wide Option modules in your first year. Many, but not all, programmes allow you to take University Wide Options. Some programmes will give you a list of recommended modules you may wish to consider taking to complement your programme. If you are unsure then contact your Programme Leader, Combined Honours Leader, School Support Office or the School of Combined Honours.
Registering for University Wide Options
You register your University Wide Options just as you do your other module choices, but it is a good idea to discuss your choices with your Personal Tutor or another member of staff in your School or the School of Combined Honours. Also remember to check carefully the module requirements of your University Wide Option, ie whether it has prerequisites etc.
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