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PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION

Course summary

Final award BSc(Hons) Computing and Business

Intermediate award BSc Computing and Business Dip HE Computing and Business Cert HE Computing and Business

Course status Validated

Awarding body University of Brighton

School School of Computing, Engineering and Mathematics (CEM) Brighton Business School (BBS) and University of Brighton Hastings Campus (UBH)

Location of study/ campus

University of Brighton Hastings Campus

Partner institution(s)

Name of institution Host department Course status

1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Admissions

Admissions agency UCAS

Entry requirements Applicable for 2016 entry. Check the University’s website for 2016 entry

Include any progression requirements.

opportunities into the course. The Admissions policy for the course has been developed to ensure

that general University requirements are met.

The University of Brighton in Hastings welcomes applications from mature students without formal academic qualifications and those with no background of family participation in higher education. In cases where applicants do not offer the normal requirements as stated below, the admissions tutor may invite an applicant for an informal interview to discuss the nature of the experience and qualifications offered by the candidate, with a view to offering a place.

Mature applicants who do not have the necessary formal qualifications will be interviewed to ensure that they have the necessary knowledge from their work or from a previous personal interest to begin the course; where necessary applicants will be advised to complete an Access Course or to complete an assignment to demonstrate their knowledge of the discipline.

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One of the following:

1. UCAS tariff 260 points (BCC or equivalent) from a minimum of one 12 unit or two 6-unit qualifications (level 3 Key skills will count towards the tariff score) 2. International Baccalaureate: 28 points 3. Pass in a QAA-approved Access course with appropriate disciplinary content. At least 45 credits at level 3.

Plus: a) GCSE (minimum grade C): at least 3 subjects, including English Language and mathematics or a science. b) IELTS or equivalent 6.0 (6 in writing 5.5 in other components) if English is not the first language. c) The following subject specific requirements:

Computing Relevant A level- e.g. Mathematics, Computing or Physics Direct entry to level 6 of JHP from the FdSc Computing with Business (University of Brighton at Hastings), subject to passing all level 5 modules and achieving an overall average of 65%. Students must normally achieve a distinction in their final project.

Business General studies will not count towards the tariff score. BTEC National Dip/Cert (Level 3): Pass:Pass:Pass Business award

Claims for the Accreditation of Prior (Experiential) Learning will also be positively considered.

In most cases, applicants will not be invited for interview at the university. The Admissions Tutor will select candidates for an offer of a place on the basis of their personal statement, their academic record and their referee’s report.

Students with extensive work experience may substitute appropriate work experience against the entry criteria specified above.

Start date (mmm-yy) Normally September

Sep 16

Mode of study

Mode of study Duration of study (standard)

Maximum registration period

Full-time 3 years 8 years

Part-time 6 years 8 years

Sandwich N/A Distance N/A

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Course codes/categories

UCAS code Computing and Business (GN01)

Contacts

Course Leader (or Course Development Leader)

Programme Leader – Claire Marriott Computing – TBC Business – Sue Ridley

Admissions Tutor Deborah Madden

Examination and Assessment

External Examiner(s)

Name Place of work Date tenure expires

Dr Colin Egan University of Hertfordshire

20191

Dr Jane Johnson University of Sunderland

20191

Examination Board(s) (AEB/CEB)

Mathematical Sciences AEB (CEM) Business UG AEB [L4 and L5 business modules] (BBS) BA Business Management AEB[L6 business modules] (BBS) Common Modules AEB (Joint Honours Programme Hastings) Joint Honours Programme Hastings CEB (Hastings)

Approval and review

Approval date Review date

Validation June 20122

Q&S Published June 2016

2015/163

Programme Specification June 20164 September 20175

This programme specification is applicable to students who start their studies in September 2013/14, 2014/15, 2015/16 and 2016/17.

Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body 1 (if applicable): n/a

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1 Replacements TBC

2 Date of original validation.

3 Date of most recent periodic review (normally academic year of validation + 5 years).

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4 Month and year this version of the programme specification was approved (normally September).

5 Date programme specification will be reviewed (normally approval date + 1 year). If programme specification is applicable to a

particular cohort, please state here. 6

Date of most recent review by accrediting/ approving external body.

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AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

Aims The aims of the course are:

The generic aims of the programme are to:

1. provide a programme of study in Computing and Business to honours degree level through which students can develop their analytical, critical and professional capacities and apply these to increasing their knowledge and understanding of the two disciplines;

2. equip students with a broad range of transferable skills appropriate at graduate level, including the ability to think critically and imaginatively, evaluate written material, communicate effectively through speech and writing and devise and carry out research in a specialized area; and

3. provide students with opportunities to reflect on and enhance their personal, social and academic development.

The Computing pathway of the degree aims to produce graduates able to:

1. provide students with a range of skills and knowledge appropriate for working in the Information industries.

2. provide students with an academic and practical education upon which a broad range of professional development can proceed.

The Business pathway of the degree aims to: - 1. provide students with an educational foundation for a range of administrative and business

careers 2. provide a broad knowledge and understanding of the internal functions of business and how

they are managed. 3. prepare students for managing new, changing and challenging situations in the dynamic

business environment 4. develop students’ ability in business through effective use and combination of the knowledge

and skills gained in different parts of the programme 5. enable graduates to make an immediate contribution in employment

Learning outcomes The outcomes of the main award provide information about how the primary aims are demonstrated by students following the course. These are mapped to external reference points where appropriate7.

Knowledge and theory

In Computing, by the end of the course students will have an understanding and knowledge of: 1. the context of computing in industry, commerce and business. [CP01] 2. the range of professional roles that exist within the Computing sector.

[CP02] 3. key technical aspects of systems development. [CP03] 4. technical aspects of software production. [CP04] 5. appropriate consideration of legal and ethical issues relating to the

development and production of computer systems. [CP05]

In Business, by the end of the course students will have the ability to: 1. Describe and define the internal structures, functions, operations and

management of business, how they interrelate and how they adapt to change BuL01

2. Relate how external factors such as customer and market requirements,

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competition at a local, national and global level, economic, political, sociological, legal, ethical, environmental and technological factors impact on business decisions. BuL02

3. Propose appropriate methods of measuring, analysing and improving the financial operational performance of business organisations. BuL03

4. Demonstrate awareness of the challenges of managing and developing people within organisations BuL04

5. Critically appraise the development and implementation of different business strategies. BuL05

6. Recognise the importance and impact of a range of contemporary and pervasive issues such as sustainability, globalisation, corporate social responsibility, diversity, business innovation, creativity, enterprise development, knowledge management, risk management and ethical, social and environmental concerns. BuL06

By the end of the course , all students will be able to

1. Appreciate the links between Computing and Business and critically engage in debates about theories by reference to contrasting perspectives and paradigms [JHPLO1]

Undertake independent investigation, formulate academically informed questions, identify ethical issues; investigate using relevant data, research publications and other sources and present findings effectively in written reports and oral presentations [JHPLO2]

Skills Includes intellectual skills (i.e. generic skills relating to academic study, problem solving, evaluation, research etc.) and professional/ practical skills.

By the end of the course students in Computing will be able to

1. Design and build quality software. [CP06] 2. Work logically and systematically to develop creative software solutions

to solve real problems [CP07] 3. Document and test software in a systematic and thorough way[CP08]

By the end of the course students in Business will be able to demonstrate:

1. Cognitive skills of critical thinking, analysis and synthesis and self evaluation. This includes the capability to identify assumptions, evaluate statements in terms of evidence, to detect false logic or reasoning, to identify implicit values, to define terms adequately and generalise appropriately.

2. Effective problem solving and decision making using appropriate quantitative and qualitative skills including identifying, formulating and solving business problems. The ability to create, evaluate and assess a range of options together with the capacity to apply ideas and knowledge to a range of situations.

3. Numeracy and quantitative skills including data analysis, interpretation and extrapolation. The use of models of business problems and phenomena.

4. Ability to conduct research into business and management issues, either individually or as part of a team for projects/dissertation/presentations. This requires familiarity with and an evaluative approach to a range of business data, sources of information and appropriate methodologies, and for such to inform the overall learning process.

5. Effective self-management in terms of individual and team working, and interpersonal skills

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By the end of the course all students will be able to:

Intellectual skills 1. Think and write creatively and analytically and apply key concepts

,theories and techniques[JHPLO3]; 2. Write with clarity, argue from textual evidence, and/or experimental or

test data how one relates to another and to make one’s own links [JHPLO4];

Transferable Skills 1. Exploit confidently and effectively computing facilities including the ability

to word-process, display data in graphs and diagrams, analyse quantitative and qualitative data, communicate via e-mail, obtain information from the internet and conduct searches of electronic data bases and present the findings, using reasoned argument to draw clear conclusions [JHPLO5];

2. Learn and study independently, self-managing work with minimal supervision, work effectively, with self-motivation, integrity and interpersonal and group working skills, developing an ability to reflect on academic work [JPHLO6].

QAA subject benchmark statement (where

applicable)8

The QAA Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications (2008), and the QAA Subject Benchmark Statements for General business and management 2007 and Computing (2007) have provided the reference points required to determine the appropriateness of the volume and nature of learning expected at levels 4, 5 and 6 within this course.

PROFESSIONAL, STATUTORY AND REGULATORY BODIES (where applicable)

Where a course is accredited by a PSRB, full details of how the course meets external requirements, and what students are required to undertake, are included.

n/a

LEARNING AND TEACHING

Learning and teaching methods This section sets out the primary learning and teaching methods, including total learning hours and any specific requirements in terms of practical/ clinical-based learning. The indicative list of learning and teaching methods includes information on the proportion of the course delivered by each method and details where a particular method relates to a particular element of the course.

The information included in this section complements that found in the Key Information Set (KIS), with the programme specification providing further information about the learning and teaching methods used on the course.

All modules will involve a combination of taught sessions and other tutor supervised study and guided independent study. Each 20 credit module taken by students carries a notional 200 hours of student learning effort, in accordance with GEAR.

Common modules

Learning and teaching methods include:

Lectures

Sessions with professionals from industry

Seminars and workshops

Practical sessions

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Fieldwork as appropriate

Each module will be supported by use of Studentcentral for learning materials and communication between students and between staff and students.

Computing

All modules make use of a range of teaching methods including:

Lectures

Developing professional practice

Demonstrations from industry professionals.

Each block is supported through learning materials accessed via the University’s Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). The VLE is also used to facilitate group work as well as the dissemination of teaching materials

Business A variety of teaching and learning methods will include workshops, seminars, tutorials and, in some cases, lectures. Some modules use recorded e-lectures for independent study followed by workshop classes. Case studies are used in a number of modules. In most modules extensive use is made of studentcentral to provide additional support, case studies, weblinks and opportunities for self-review as well as group communication. This variety is encouraged to cope with the breadth of the curriculum and to give students a balanced experience in terms of both theoretical approaches to business and to practical approaches to prepare for employment.

Students on JHP-S Business Pathway will study alongside students following the BSc Business with Enterprise, and BA Business Management (Top-up) in Level 6 at Hastings. This enables viable learning group sizes.

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ASSESSMENT

Assessment methods This section sets out the summative assessment methods on the course and includes details on where to find further information on the criteria used in assessing coursework. It also provides an assessment matrix which reflects the variety of modes of assessment, and the volume of assessment in the course.

The course contains some compulsory assessments not included in the breakdown provided on the KIS because they cannot be directly linked to credit. For example a pass/fail skills test included in one of the modules or as a course requirement. Full details of assessments within a module can be found on the University’s VLE, student central.

The information included in this section complements that found in the Key Information Set (KIS), with the programme specification providing further information about how the course is assessed.

Assessment methods vary from module to module. All module descriptions require the assessment criteria to link with the stated module objectives/outcomes. A variety of assessment methods, designed to relate the teaching and learning strategies and the learning outcomes, are used in ways which are appropriate to each individual module on the course.

All modules are assessed using the assessment criteria detailed in the individual module descriptors, which are linked to the learning outcomes for that module. Additionally, the criteria for award at particular grades are provided by the University’s grading criteria/grading descriptors for common modules and each School’s assessment policy / code of practice for subject modules.

The learning outcomes for this programme will be assessed in a number of ways over the duration of the period of study. However, specific learning outcomes will be addressed within modules as follows

Computing Modules

Computing

All students will encounter the following general types of assessment throughout their course: case study and problem-based assignments

Reflective commentary

Project

Written examinations

Oral presentations

Mini projects

Learning Outcome Assessment method Module Number of credits

Understand the context of computing in industry, commerce and business. [CP01]

Case study and problem- based assignments (problem analysis and solution design)

CI101H CI102H

20 20

Knowledge and understanding of the range of professional roles that exist within the Computing sector. [CP02]

Portfolio work comprising: Research techniques; Oral presentations Written reports

UC401 UC501

20 20

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Knowledge and understanding of key technical aspects of systems development. [CP03]

Case study and problem- based assignments (problem analysis and solution design);

CI101H / CI102H CI252 / CI330H

20 / 20 20 / 20

Knowledge and Portfolio work implementing CI330H 20

understanding of key technical aspects of software production [CP04]

and testing a range of solutions to a given problem

CI203H 20

Appropriate consideration of legal and ethical issues relating to the development and production of computer systems [CP05]

Mini project[s] involving research techniques and report writing

CI330H CI102H

20 20

Design and build quality software [CP06]

Problem based assignments involving analysis and solution design; implementation of a range of solutions; software testing and report writing

CI203H CI252 CI351

20 20 20

Work logically and systematically to develop creative software solutions to solve real problems [CP07]

Problem based assignments Written Examinations

CI101H / CI102H CI203H / CI252 CI351

20 / 20 20 / 20 20

Document and test software in a systematic and thorough way

[CP08]

Portfolio work comprising: Solution design; software testing; report writing

CI101H / CI102H CI203H / CI252 CI351

20 / 20 20 / 20 20

Business

Business A variety of assessment methods is used in order to ensure that the cognitive and subject based knowledge in the subject benchmark are met. Thus the Business Pathway will have a mixture of research-based project work, assessment under controlled conditions, individual and group assignments, presentations and reflective reports. Assessments under controlled conditions may be a traditional closed book examination, an open book examination, a case study based assessment where students are examined on a previously issued scenario or a specified set of exercises using IT software applications.

The precise nature of the assessment will reflect the learning outcomes and the educational needs of the individual unit. For example:

Examinations: demonstration of knowledge, understanding and ability to apply knowledge

Reports and projects: demonstration of independent research skills, evaluation skills, project management and written communication skills.

Essays: demonstration of analytical ability and written communication skills.

Presentations: demonstration of knowledge, understanding and verbal communication skills.


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Describe and define the internal structures, functions, operations and management of business, how they interrelate and how they adapt to change BuLO1

Examinations, group presentation, essay and reflective statement

ML391 ST325 EC101 MA114 HR174 MK188 OP220

20 20 10 10 10 10 10

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Relate how external factors such as customer and market requirements, competition at a local, national and global level, economic, political, sociological, legal, ethical, environmental and technological factors impact on business decisions. BuLO2

Presentation, examinations, and essay.

EC101 MK201 LW282 MK202

10 10 10 10

Propose appropriate Presentation or Report, UC403 20 methods of measuring, Examinations, Project ML391 20 analysing and improving MA114 10 the financial operational EC101 10 performance of business OP220 10 organisations. BuLO3

Demonstrate awareness of Group presentation, essay, HR174 10 the challenges of managing reflective reports, ST325 20 and developing people examination, report ML391 20 within organisations BuLO4

Critically appraise the Presentations, reports and ML391 20 development and reflective document. ST325 20 implementation of different business strategies. BuLO5

Recognise the importance Group presentations, essay, EC101 10 and impact of a range of reflective document, OP220 10 contemporary and examinations, reports. MK201 10 pervasive issues such as MK202 10 sustainability, globalisation, MK188 10 corporate social HR174 10 responsibility, diversity, ML391 20 business innovation, ST325 20 creativity, enterprise development, knowledge management, risk management and ethical, social and environmental concerns. BuLO6

Common Modules

The common modules all aim to give students the knowledge and skills that underpin studying their subjects at university in level 4 and in level 5 taking the knowledge gained and applying it a practical manner through UC501 and in UC502 understanding how they can design a research proposal in their chosen subject and finally at level 6 the dissertation UC601 gives students to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of their discipline through a sustained piece of research.

The common modules use a variety of teaching and assessment methods, which include lectures, seminars, presentations, practical placements, and in terms of assessments presentations, essays, reflective learning logs and the dissertation. The common modules provide a framework for the programme and give the students the necessary practical and intellectual tools that allow

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them to become independent learners.


Appreciate the links between Computing and Business and critically engage in debates about theories by reference to contrasting perspectives and paradigms [JHPLO1]

Project, Report, Supervision, Presentations

UC403 UC602

20 40

Undertake independent investigation, formulate academically informed questions, identify ethical issues; investigate using relevant data, research publications and other sources and present findings effectively in written reports and oral presentations [JHPLO2]

Essay, Reports, Journal, Dissertation

UC401 UC501 UC602

20 20 40

Think and write creatively Essay, Journal, Presentation UC403 20 and analytically and apply UC401 20 key concepts and critical UC504 20 paradigms to reading of texts [JHPLO3]

Write with clarity, argue Essay, Dissertation UC401 20 from textual evidence, and UC504 20 show how Computing and UC602 40 Business works relate to one another and to make one’s own links [JHPLO4]

Exploit confidently and IT Assessment, Essay, UC401 20 effectively computing Dissertation UC504 20 facilities including the ability UC602 40 to word-process, display data in graphs and diagrams analyse quantitative and qualitative data, communicate via e- mail, obtain information from the internet and conduct searches of electronic databases and present the findings, using reasoned argument to draw clear conclusions [JHPLO5]

Learn and study Work-based supervision and UC401 20 independently, self- experience, group projects UC403 20 managing work with and presentations UC501 20 minimal supervision, work UC504 20 effectively, with self- UC602 40 motivation, integrity and

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interpersonal and group working skills, developing an ability to reflect on academic work [JHPLO6]

SUPPORT AND INFORMATION

Institutional/ University

All students benefit from: University induction week Student Handbook: the University and you Course Handbook Library facilities Computer pool rooms E-mail address Welfare service Personal tutor for advice and guidance

Course-specific Additional support, specifically where courses have non-traditional patterns of delivery (e.g. distance learning and work-based learning) include:

In addition, students on this course benefit from: Please refer to information held in studentcentral.

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COURSE STRUCTURE This section includes an outline of the structure of the programme, including stages of study and progression points. Course Leaders may choose to include a structure diagram here.

Level 4

Stage 1

Level 5

Stage 2

Semester 1

Semester 2

Level 6

Stage 3

Progression Point

CI330H Data management 20 credits

CI351 OO Analysis and modelling methods 20 credits

ML391 Business Enterprise 3. 20

credits

ST325 Strategic Practice. 20

credits

UC602 Project 40 credits

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CI101H Introduction to programming 20 credits

CI102H Introduction to databases 20 credits

EC101 Global Business Context 10

credits

MA114 Fundamental Accounting

10 credits

MK188 Principles of Marketing 10

credits

HR174 People, Organisations &

Work 10 credits

UC401 Approaches to learning

20 credits

UC403 Subject approaches and

techniques 20 credits

Progression point

CI203H Web based application development 20 credits

CI252 Databases II 20 credits

MK201 Consumer Behaviour 10

credits

LW282 Business Law 10 credits

OP220 Business Operations and

Processes 10 credits

MK202 Customer Relationship

Marketing 10 credits

UC501 Learning through practice

20 credits

UC504 Research practices and

applications

20 credits

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Modules

Status: M = Mandatory (modules which must be taken and passed to be eligible for the award) C = Compulsory (modules which must be taken to be eligible for the award) O = Optional (optional modules) A = Additional (modules which must be taken to be eligible for an award accredited by a professional, statutory or regulatory body, including any non-credit bearing modules)

Level9 Module code

Status Module title Credit

4 CI101H C Introduction to programming 20

4 CI102H C Introduction to databases 20

4 EC101 C Global Business Context 10

4 MK188 C Principles of Marketing 10

4 HR174 C People, Organisations & Work 10

4 MA114 C Fundamental Accounting 10

4 UC401 C Approaches to learning 20

4 UC403 C Subject approaches and techniques 20

5 CI203H C Web based application development 20

5 CI252 C Databases II 20

5 OP220 C Business Operations and Processes 10

5 LW282 C Business Law 10

5 MK201 C Consumer Behaviour 10

5 MK202 C Project Design 10

5 UC501 C Learning through practice 20

5 UC504 C Research practices and applications 20

6 CI330H C Data management 20

6 CI351 C OO analysis and modelling methods 20

6 ML391 C Business Enterprise 20

6 ST325 C Strategic Practice 20

6 UC602 M Project 40

9 All modules have learning outcomes commensurate with the FHEQ levels 0, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8. List the level which corresponds with the

learning outcomes of each module.

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AWARD AND CLASSIFICATION

Award type Award* Title Level Eligibility for award Classification of award

Total credits10 Minimum credits11

Ratio of marks12: Class of award

Final BSc (Hons)

Computing & Business 6 Total credit 360 Minimum credit at level of award 90

Levels 5 & 6 (25:75) Honours degree

Intermediate BSc Computing & Business 6 Total credit 300 Minimum credit at level of award 60

Intermediate DipHE Computing & Business 5 Total credit 240 Minimum credit at level of award 90

Intermediate CertHe Computing & Business 4 Total credit 120 Minimum credit at level of award 90

*Foundation degrees only Progression routes from award:

Award classifications Mark/ band % Foundation degree Honours degree Postgraduate13

degree (excludes PGCE and BM BS)

70% - 100% Distinction First (1) Distinction 60% - 69.99% Merit Upper second (2:1) Merit 50% - 59.99

Pass Lower second (2:2 Pa s

40% - 49.99% Third (3)

10 Total number of credits required to be eligible for the award.

11 Minimum number of credits required, at level of award, to be eligible for the award.

12 Algorithm used to determine the classification of the final award (all marks are credit-weighted). For a Masters degree, the mark for the final element (e.g., dissertation) must be in the corresponding

class of award. 13

Refers to taught provision: PG Cert, PG Dip, Masters.

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EXAMINATION AND ASSESSMENT REGULATIONS

Please refer to the Course Approval and Review Handbook when completing this section. The examination and assessment regulations for the course should be in accordance with the University’s General Examination and Assessment Regulations for Taught Courses (available from staffcentral or studentcentral).

Specific regulations which materially affect assessment, progression and award on the course e.g. Where referrals or repeat of modules are not permitted in line with the University’s General Examination and Assessment Regulations for Taught Courses.

N/A

Exceptions required by PSRB These require the approval of the Chair of the Academic Board

N/A

Note regarding Levels: In accordance with national practice, including that used by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA), the University of Brighton has recently revised the terminology it uses when referring to academic levels of study. This new terminology was introduced in 2009/10; however, there is likely to be a period of time where some documentation exists which refers to the previously used terminology. The table below therefore summarises the new terminology and how it compares with the former, along with a broad comparison with the level of study undertaken by a typical full-time student at the University:

New terminology: level of study

Former terminology used Broad equivalence to the level and year of study undertaken by a standard full-time student

Level 4 Level 1 First year of full-time undergraduate study

Level 5 Level 2 Second year of full-time undergraduate study

Level 6 Level 3 Final year of full-time undergraduate study

Level 7 M level / Masters level Postgraduate level study

Level 8 Doctorate level Doctorate / PhD level study

Please note that this change relates to nomenclature only: there has been no change to the academic standards associated with study at these levels.

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