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outside the framework of a programme, for example in terms of
lifelong learning, the last code letter would be superfluous.
One of the issues that has not been solved yet is the calculation of
student workload. In the framework of the Tuning project the problem
has been discussed, and as a result the following main obstacles have
been identified:
—Calculation of workload in terms of credits is to a large extent
discipline related, and therefore is and has to be determined
always by academic staff.
—The notional learning time of a student is influenced by at least
the following elements: diversity of traditions, curriculum design
and context, coherence of curriculum, teaching and learning
methods, methods of assessment and performance, organisation
of teaching, ability and diligence of the student and financial
support by public or private funds. The notional learning time is
the number of hours which it is expected a student (at a particular
level) will need, on average, to achieve the specified learning
outcomes at that level.
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