Criminology and Sociology - Liverpool John Moores University

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Work related learning is embedded in the Criminology & Sociology programme in line with LJMU+ through acluster of modules (SSCSO1000 Studying Sociology; SSCSS2010 Career Planning; SSCSS2000 Work-basedLearning for Academic Credit; SSCSS3003 Ready to Go; You, Your Degree, Your Career). For criminology &sociology students the tutorial module at level 1 and Career Planning at level 2 are core.In addition to the designated WRL/WBL modules, all students will experience the range of graduate skills duringthe Criminology & Sociology programme. All graduate skills (as identified by LJMU+) are taught, practiced andassessed at least once during the degree. Students recieve feedback on the graduate skills in addition to theircoursework and examination feedback, and at mid-year reviews with personal tutors.Personal Development Planning (PDP) is integrated into the Criminology & Sociology programme. At level onePDP is introduced in the tutorial module (Studying Sociology SSCSO1000) and students are encouraged toutillise the e-portfolio facility. At level two PDP is supported via the Personal Tutor system and the 'CareerPlanning' module which is core in the Criminology & Sociology Programme. PDP at level three continuesthrough review with Personal Tutors and a range of independent learning activities.12 Criteria for admissionA/AS Level40-100 pointsIrish Leaving CertificateStudents should have or typically expect to obtain 40-100 tariff pointsScottish HigherStudents should have or typically expect to obtain 40-100 tariff pointsInternational BaccalaureateConsidered on an individual basisOverseas qualificationsOverseas students should have equivalent academic qualifications to the 180 UCAS points and an Englishlangauage capability of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 7.0 in Academic Writing.TOEFL computer-based version 237 overall with minimum of 80% in essay writing.TOEFL paper-based version 580 overall with a minimum of 80% in Test on Written English.TOEFL internet version 92 overall with minimum 24 out of 30 in reading and writing and 20 out of 30 in listeningand speaking sub-tests.Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English Pass at Grade C or above.13 Information about assessment regulations14 Indicators of quality:Institutional audit outcomesThe QAA Institutional Audit in October 2004 confirmed that:- broad confidence can be placed in the soundness of the University's current management of the quality of itsProgrammes.- the finding of the audit suggests that there can be broad confidence in the University's institutional-levelcapacity to manage effectively the security of its awards.15 Support for students and their learningStudent support and guidance is a key priority on the programme, and students are strongly and consistentlysupported within a pastoral tutorial system, retaining the same tutor throughout their course. The major inputs tothis process include:A comprehensive Level 0 and 1 Induction programme, and 'Welcome Back' events at L2 and L3Student handbook and module guidesLevel 0 and 1 Student Progression OfficerPersonal tutor for academic advice, pastoral matters and progress discussionThe "Students at Risk" systemOffice Hours policy by all staffStudent representatives at Programme Boards of StudyProgramme: 21566-2000001635 Plan: 02.01 Start date of programme - plan: 01-AUG-09
Liaison with Counselling and Careers Services24 hour access to Learning Resource Centre with IT, E-mail and Internet facilitiesStudent interest and paticipation is encouraged through a variety of means including:Clear direction on what is required through module handbooksUse of E learning via programme Blackboard strategyEncouragement of interactive debate, questioning and raising of problems in classesA varied programme of assessmentsHelping students to address learning problems through mid-semester and mid-year progress reviews.16 Methods for evaluating and improving the quality and standards of teaching and learningMechanisms for review and evaluation of teaching, learning and assessment, the curriculum and outcomestandards;Module Reviews (module appraisal questionnaires, student reps reports, module leader reports)Annual Programme Self-Assessment and Action Document (PSAAD)Programme ReviewAdvice from School's Teaching & Learning Co-Ordinator and Faculty LearningDevelopment ManagerAnnual Personal Development and Performance Review (PDPR)Peer Review and observation of teachingExternal examiner's reportsCommittees with responsibillity for monitoring and evaluating quality and standardsProgramme Board of StudiesSchool Academic Review CommitteeFaculty Quality CommitteeUniversity Quality and Standards CommitteeModule Assessment BoardsProgramme Assessment BoardsSchool Accreditation CommitteePersonal Mitigating Circumstances CommitteeProgramme team staff meetingsMechanisms for gaining student feedback on the quality of teaching and their learning experienceStudent Staff Liaison Committee (or Student Council meetings)Student representation at the Programme Board of StudiesModule appraisal questionnaires and student reps module reportsInformal feedback to module tutors, personal tutors and the head of departmentJMU Student Satisfaction SurveyNational Student SurveySubject standards for all taught programmes of study are specified using an outcome based learning model.Attainment is measured against the standard and individual student performance is moderated at assessmentboards. This involves both internal moderation (by LJMU staff and/or partner institution staff) and externalmoderation (by External Examiners). Internal annual programme self-assessment is informed by broad rangingstudent feedback, external examiners and academic staff who conduct module review. External qualityassessment by Professional Statutory Regulatory Bodies and the Quality Assurance Agency for HigherEducation confirms that standards are set at the appropriate level and that quality of learning opportunities aresubject to continuing improvement. The quality of teaching is assured through staff review and staff developmentin learning, teaching and assessment. Designated committees have responsibility for the oversight of processeswherein quality and standards are evaluated and improved.Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and thelearning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/sheProgramme: 21566-2000001635 Plan: 02.01 Start date of programme - plan: 01-AUG-09
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