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Plymouth University

Academic Partnerships

Programme Quality Handbook

FdSc Animal Health & Management

Academic Year 2017-2018

If you require any part of this Handbook in larger print, or an alternative format, please contact:

HE Operations

Tel: (01209 616256)

E-mail: ([email protected])

Please note:

All the information in this Handbook is correct at the time of printing.

The Cornwall College Group is proud of its teaching and research and it undertakes all reasonable steps to provide educational services in the manner set out in this Handbook and in any documents referred to within it. It does not, however, guarantee the provision of such services. Should industrial action or circumstances beyond the control of the College interfere with its ability to provide educational services, the University undertakes to use all reasonable steps to minimise the resultant disruption to those services.

Contents1Welcome and Introduction to FdSc Animal Health & Management52Programme Team63Personal Tutor83.1Plymouth Portal84Programme Details104.1Enhancement Activities104.2Plymouth University Student Union104.3Cornwall College Student Union (CCSU)104.4Progression through the programme114.5HE Careers Guidance Cornwall College114.6HE Careers Guidance Plymouth University115Employment Opportunities126Teaching, Learning and Assessment126.1Referencing Guides127Assessment Schedules and Feedback137.1External Examiner Arrangements198Student Feedback248.1Student Representation and Enhancement248.2Student Perception Surveys248.3Closing the Feedback Loop258.4Programme Committee Meetings (PCM)258.5Complaints268.6Extenuating Circumstances269Appendix279.1Programme Specification to be the latest version associated with the programme27Appendix Module Records47

Welcome and Introduction to FdSc Animal Health & Management

Welcome to the Foundation Degree in Animal Health and Management. Cornwall College is delighted that you have chosen to study with us. This programme is firmly vested in the field of animal health. The programme has been explicitly designed to provide graduates that are employment ready within the animal health industry. It is designed to enable you to seek a progressive career within the animal health sector. The programme will allow entry level to a variety of career progression paths including pharmaceutical and allied veterinary industry, animal nutrition, para-professional roles, health management and compliance agencies both statutory and charitable, as well as giving you the opportunity to progress to honours level study.

Development of the programme comes as a direct response to the industrys need for more trained graduates; recently it has been suggested by Lantra that the animal industry will require an additional 17,000 trained graduates by 2020. The programme has been developed with direct input from relevant industrial partners, government bodies, non-governmental organisations and charities. Their input has formed an important part of the pre-validation development process. The programme will also make significant use of the large and successful regional farm livestock projects that are being delivered through Duchy Colleges, Rural Business School; South west healthy Livestock Initiative and South west healthy livestock Initiative Knowledge Exchange.

This programme has been designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge base required to work in your chosen specialism or other graduate opportunities. It is also a platform from which you can undertake additional vocational and academic qualifications.

This Programme Quality handbook contains important information including:

The approved programme specification

Module records

Note: the information in this handbook should be read in conjunction with the current edition of the College Handbook available on the HE Operations Moodle page which contains student support based information on issues such as finance and studying at HE along with the Universitys Student Handbook available here: https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/your-university/governance/student-handbook.

Programme Team

Programme Managers

Michelle Chappell [Duchy]Module leader for PESD, Practical Animal Health & Management, Animal Behaviour, Principles in Animal Science, Contemporary Issues in Animal Health, Animal Health & Disease & Research Project.

Michelle holds a BSc (Hons) in Animal & Equine Science and is currently completing a Masters in Biological Sciences. She runs the FdSc Animal Health and Management at Duchy & Bicton College and also the module leader for Introduction to Equine Science and Equine Nutrition and Physiology on the FdSc Equitation Science programme and the Level 3 module Animal welfare and breeding. Michelle is a qualified and practicing Equine Artificial Insemination technician and comparative anatomist. She has been involved in equine reproduction and canine behavioural research for the past 12 years. Her research interests focus on equine reproduction, animal behaviour, canine biomechanics, the geriatric canine, rabbit welfare and equine musculoskeletal disorders.

Contact details: [email protected] ; Tel: 01579 372304, HE Office, Parsons Building, Duchy Campus & HE Village Staff room at Bicton Campus (Tuesdays only).

Nadine Howe[Bicton]Practical Animal Health & Management, Animal Behaviour, Contemporary Issues in Animal Health

Nadine holds a BSc in Animal Behaviour and is a key member of staff on the FdSc Animal Health & Management programme delivering on both year 1 & 2 at Bicton and responsible for tutoring Level 5s at Bicton. She is also involved in the delivery of Level 3 FE modules.

Contact details: [email protected] Tel: 01395 562328, HE Village Staff room at Bicton Campus

Module leaders and Delivery Staff

Hannah Cockburn [Bicton]Module leader for Introduction to Animal Health and Research Skills.

Contact details: [email protected] ; Tel: 01395 562327 AM Office, Bicton Campus.

David Harris [Bicton]Module leader for Pharmacy and diagnostics.

Contact details: [email protected] ; Tel: 01395 562328, HE Office, Bicton Campus.

Bea Hawker [Duchy]Module leader for Applied Animal Nutrition and Welfare, Care and Rehabilitation.

Contact details: [email protected] ; Tel: 01579 372228, Bell Tower, AM Office, Duchy Campus.

Resource staff

Hilary ScottLearning Resource Manager

Contact details: [email protected] ; Tel: 01579 37213, Learning Centre

Sim TaylorLearning Centre Lead

Contact details: [email protected] ; Tel: 01395 562341 , Learning Centre

Jo ChallacombeEquine & Animal Management Centre Manager Duchy College

Contact details: [email protected] ; Tel: 01579 372, AM Office

Chloe ChartAnimal Husbandry School Manager

Contact details: [email protected] ; Tel: 01395 562434, AHS

Learning Support Staff

Hilary BurnsDisability and Learning Support

Contact details: [email protected] ; Tel: 01209 616326, HE Learning Support Lead

For matters regarding disability support contact Shuna Harvey in the first instance.

Contact details: [email protected] ; Tel: 01579 372320, HE Office, Parsons Building.

Laura BrockingtonHE Senior Tutor & Academic Advisor

Contact details: [email protected] ; Tel: 01579 372375, HE Office, Parsons building

Administration Staff

Shuna HarveyHE administrator & HE Admissions

Contact details: [email protected] ; Tel: 01579 372320, HE Office, Parsons Building

Louise SimmonsHE Admissions

Contact details: [email protected] ; Tel: 01579 372358, Admissions, Bell Tower

CORPORATE HE ASSISTANT REGISTRAR: Michelle Inglis (Mitch). What does the Corporate HE Assistant Registrar (CHEAR) do? The CHEAR is your point of contact in HE Operations for all administrative paperwork to do with the programme. They can be contacted on: Telephone: 01209 617759 or Ext 3759. Email: [email protected]

Personal Tutor

Your personal tutor should be the first person at the College that you speak to if you are having any personal difficulties that are affecting your studies. These could be academic, financial, health-related or another type of problem. Your personal tutor is there to provide additional academic and personal support concerning issues that may affect your studies. Personal Tutors are particularly important for students in their first year, helping them to manage the transition from school or the workplace to university-style life. Personal tutors also assist with helping you to engage with important aspects of preparation for your career and or progression to further study and profiling your progress through the programme.

Your main support for academic issues relating to specific modules will be the lecturer who is teaching that module. Your tutor will be the person who; if the College is asked, will write a personal reference for you during, or on completion of your studies.

Programme staff will communicate with students in the following ways:

Email - staff will communicated with you via your college and/or university email. In order to maintain professionalism staff will NOT communicate with you directly using your personal email. If you do not wish to regularly check BOTH your College and Plymouth University emails you must ensure that these are forwarded to your personal email address.

Text messaging Under exceptional circumstances staff may contact you via text. Please ensure that your Programme Manager has your current mobile number.

College/Institution intranet / virtual learning environment For module level communications staff use the Moodle Site. Please make sure that you are enrolled onto all of your modules.

HE Operations Moodle Pages this site houses a vast array of information relevant to your time at the College.

Plymouth University Student Portal (see section below)

Programme Notice-Board (Located outside HE Office)

HE bulletins

Link to College/Institution campus map or details

Links to disability support teams

The university personal tutoring policy is available for information and guidance.

Plymouth Portal

As a Plymouth student you are able to access the Universitys e-resources through the Plymouth portal (the Universitys internal staff and student website).

There is access to over 2 million of e-resources and e-journals in a variety of different subject ranges which can be used to support your studies. An excellent library guide has been developed to help you access these resources off campus and this also links you to subject specific resources. This link takes you to the universities library guide homepage http://plymouth.libguides.com/partners.

In addition the University has created a Student Study File available at www.studywithplymouth.ac.uk which signposts you to a wealth of resources including UPSU (Plymouth Student Union), Study Skills Guides and using the portal.

You will automatically have a Plymouth University e-mail account accessed through myEdesk, E-mail, calendar, contacts, (OWA) structured as follows: [email protected]. Your password will always be given in this format Dob.dd/mm/yyyy e.g Dob.10/07/1984 . You can change your password once into the portal however please make sure it is something memorable as you will need it throughout your studies.

There are instructions located on the student study file on how to forward your University emails to your preferred email address to ensure you obtain the necessary Plymouth communications throughout your studies.

To change your password at any time - click on the Change Password on the top right hand side of the homepage.

If you have forgotten your passwords please go to http://www.plymouth.ac.uk/password and you can reset it easily. Alternatively you can go to HE Operations who will be able to reset it for you as well.

To access the portal type http:///student.plymouth.ac.uk into your browser OR if you want to go in via the extranet type www.plymouth.ac.uk and then click on Internal Students.

Enter the username and password given to you from your programme manager or Learning Resource Staff member.

The Student Community on the Portal signposts you to many resources including:

E-resources, journals, databases - click on the myEdesk, Library, Media & IT (TIS)

University student services and learning resources

Link into UPSU, the Universitys Student Union

Academic information and regulations including the University student handbook

How to work safely on the web

Programme Details

Enhancement Activities

An important aspect of this degree is its vocational nature. All students are encouraged to seek relevant employment or placement during their studies that is why the actual teaching timetable leaves you with some free time during the week. But additionally, many of the modules have vocational elements, such as practical experience, visits to and from individuals and organisations in your vocational area and simulations.

Rather than separating work related learning into a separate module the college has a policy of embedding work related activities across the programme. This means ensuring that there is a range of experiences which relate closely to employment and work, such as visits, visiting speakers, practicals in simulated situations. This ensures that students have a very rich environment in which to develop their skills, and observe others working.

Students of Cornwall College are encouraged to develop their PDPs in a variety of ways. The tutorial system, where programme leaders act as personal tutors and see their tutees on a regular basis clearly feeds into the principles of PDP. At the end of each module, students are encouraged to review what they have learnt and how it might contribute to their employability and their personal development. And there is a similar end of term and end of year review conducted by the tutor.

Plymouth University Student Union

All students registered at the University are automatically a member of UPSU. You can register on our website www.upsu.com to get all the latest information about offers, activities, gigs, campaigns and contact information for your current 'College/Institution Reps' and full-time Executive Officers. The website is where we run our elections so partner students can get involved too. You can vote online to make your choice and help make changes to your Union.

Please feel free to get involved with all aspects of UPSU life, whether that be campaigning for change, becoming a course rep, coming along for a night out, volunteering with our volunteering department, playing in one of our sports teams, using our advice centre or writing for our student newspaper.

The main contacts for the SU are the Vice President Outreach and the Outreach Co-ordinator. The role of the Vice President Outreach involves representing Partner College/Institution Students by visiting, meeting and communicating with partner college/Institution students and representatives as well as attending strategic boards and committees to champion the Student Voice.

To get in touch with the Vice President Outreach please contact: [email protected] The Outreach Coordinator is responsible for providing a link between partner college/Institution students and UPSU, and promoting opportunities for involvement. If you would like to get in touch, please contact:

[email protected] or www.upsu.com/offcampus

More information on UPSU is available at: http://www.upsu.com/societies. There are many clubs and societies you may wish to join, please follow the URL to find out more.

Cornwall College Student Union (CCSU)

CCSU exists to represent your voice at every level in the College and to make sure you have a fantastic time whilst you are a student with us. Whether you are studying A-Levels, gaining a Foundation Degree, or working towards a BTEC National Diploma - you are a member of the Students Union.

Every campus has a team of elected student officers who will be working hard all year, from organising pa...rties to running campaigns, and you have plenty of chances to get involved.

Plus, here at Cornwall College your voice is louder than ever, all classes have an elected representative who gets to feedback straight to the President and the local site teams. The Students Union is one of the best things about Cornwall College and you have the power to determine what its doing. There is something for everyone, so dont hesitate to join in! https://www.cornwallstudents.org/

Progression through the programme

Your Programme Manager has access to University staff and is able to communicate your questions regarding progression to programmes at Plymouth University.

If you progress to a Plymouth University honours degree programme, your final Honours Degree classification will be calculated to include marks from each of your levels of study.

10% from Level 4 calculated from the highest achieved 80 credits. Where modules are arranged in such a way that the 80 credits of highest module marks cannot be identified unequivocally, the average for the best 70 credits and 90 credits will be calculated and the student given the best advantage.

30% from Level 5

60% from Level 6

If you progress onto Level 5 of a programme at Plymouth University, then 10% (of the highest achieved 80 credits or where modules are arranged in such a way that the 80 credits of highest module marks cannot be identified unequivocally, the average for the best 70 credits and 90 credits will be calculated and the student given the best advantage) will come from your level 4 marks studied previously, 30% of yourlevel 5 aggregate mark will be drawn from the level 5 modules studied at Plymouth University and then 60% from your level 6aggregate mark at Plymouth University.

HE Careers Guidance Cornwall College

There is a new HE Careers and Employability section on Moodle available at: https://moodle.cornwall.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=3321

UCAS Applications for Teacher Training open on 27th October.

HE Careers Guidance Plymouth University

As a Plymouth University student you will also be able to access the Plymouth University Careers and Employability Service which can provide a wealth of guidance and support resources.

Employment Opportunities

Whilst studying this programme you will be given the opportunity to develop further personal and employability related skills, through planned module content and also external opportunities. Module CORD 181 Practical Animal Health and Management reflects this opportunity as a requirement of the module students are required to complete a minimum of 40 hours work experience. A range of teaching approaches are used to specifically enable you to develop and enhance your communication and team working skills. Employers and other industry professionals also input into the programme giving you further contacts.

Teaching, Learning and Assessment

Your performance in a module will be assessed during the academic year, normally through a combination of coursework and end of year examinations. You must pass the assessments in order to be credited with that module for your award. In addition, some modules may have to be passed as pre-requisites for others taken later in your programme.

The method of assessment varies between modules and your lecturers will advise you of the method(s) to be used. This reflects the need to develop a range of different knowledge, understanding and skills. During your programme you may experience some, or all, of the following types of assessment:

Coursework essay questions

Coursework group reports

Coursework case study problems

Presentations

Debates

Practicals

Formal examinations

In-class tests

Online assessments

Portfolios

Research project

In all cases these are chosen and designed to assess your achievement of the particular learning outcomes for the module. You will be given Assessment Criteria which are used to judge the extent of your achievement.

Please note that ALL assessment marks and results are provisional until confirmed by the Subject Assessment Panel and verified by the Award Assessment Board. If you do well enough, i.e. you average a mark of over 70% over all your modules at the end of your programme then you will qualify for the award of a Foundation Degree with distinction. You should note marks of 70% and over are awarded for outstanding work only.

Please reference the Benchmarking Skills Map within the Programme Specification for further details on how the teaching, learning and assessments are achieved within each module.

Referencing Guides

The Harvard Referencing System must be used. (Refer to Plymouth Universitys Cite Them Rite http://www.citethemrightonline.com)

Assessment Schedules and Feedback

Each Programme has a designated Moodle page which houses further details of each of the modules contained with a programme. A full assessment schedule will be available via Moodle. Any changes made to the schedule will be done in consultation with the student body and will be fully communicated to the students that are affected.

This section explains the assessment process. This includes an explanation of the following key aspects:

Assessment and moderation process,

Assessment format and presentation expectations

Assessment submission process

Assessment submission deadlines

Resitting assessments

Assessment feedback and criteria and

Modified assessment provision.

During your studies you may hear references to the working day in regards to submissions and feedback. Please note in line with Plymouth University regulations, a working day is now defined as: a day on which the College is open. This excludes weekends, Bank Holidays and times when the College is closed such as the period between Christmas and New Year, but includes both term-time and student vacation periods.

Assessment format and presentation expectations

You are expected to submit your work in standardised format for all written submissions (unless advised otherwise) as per the guidance below and also to use the standardized front sheet:

GENERAL PRESENTATION, FORMAT AND FONT GUIDANCE

Please ensure that UK English is used.

Use a 2.5cm margin on the left, and 2cm margins on the top, right and bottom.

Use 1.5 line spacing.

Use Arial 12pt font.

The first line of paragraphs must not be indented.

Paragraphs must be separated by a 1.5 line space.

Text in the main body of the document must be fully justified.

Use a 10pt Arial footer left justified containing only your student number.

Use page numbers positioned bottom, centre in Arial 10pt font.

Do not use a header unless instructed otherwise (e.g. for business reports).

Ensure that a consistent style is used throughout the document (e.g. for section headings, numbering and bullet point styles).

PRESENTATION OF TABLES, FIGURES AND IMAGES

Tables and Figures should be referred to in the preceding text.

Table headings should be positioned above the Table.

Text within tables should be single line spaced and unjustified.

Figure headings should be positioned below the Figure.

Only use pictures, photographs or images to demonstrate a point. Do not use pictures solely for aesthetic purposes. These should be referred to as Figures.

Ensure that images used are of reproducible quality. (Avoid over expanding images resulting in a low quality pixelated/grainy image.)

Tables and Figures should be understandable without preceding text, therefore may benefit from the addition of a legend containing explanatory text.

REFERENCING

The Harvard Referencing System must be used. (Refer to Plymouth Universitys Cite Them Rite http://www.citethemrightonline.com for definitive guidance)

NEVER use bullet points in the reference list.

It is acceptable to use single line spacing for the reference list.

Do NOT use bibliographies (unless specifically required to do so).

WORD COUNT

Include the word count on the front sheet

A tolerance of 10% can be applied to the stipulated word count. Deviations exceeding 10% will be penalised.

Table 1 describes what is and is not included in the word count.

Table 1. Summary of words included in and excluded from the word count.

Included

Excluded

All in-text citation (including those in parentheses)

All direct quotes

All table headings

Numerical data in tables

All diagram headings and labels

Reference list & Bibliography

All textural footnotes

Contents and Cover/Title pages

All headings and sub-headings

Appendices

SUBMISSION FORMAT

The standard front sheet format on the next page should be used for every assessment submitted.

PROGRAMME TITLE

MODULE CODE

MODULE TITLE

ASSIGNMENT TITLE

ASSIGNMENT TUTOR

STUDENT NUMBER

I have read and understood the Plymouth Universitys policy on plagiarism and the definitions of plagiarism found at: https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/student-life/your-studies/essential-information/regulations/plagiarism

I understand that I will be penalised if I am found to have plagiarised the work of others.

I hereby give an undertaking that the presented work that I am submitting is my own work, and that any material quoted or paraphrased from other sources, including the internet, will be identified as such and duly acknowledged in the bibliography/reference list.

This submission IS / IS NOT (delete as appropriate depending on if you were instructed to submit via Turnitin) accompanied by a Turnitin report

Signed: Use an electronic signature here please use an image not an electronic free-hand version)

Date: WORD COUNT:

Assessment submission process

The majority of your assessments should be submitted via the VLE (Moodle) by the time specified on the assessment brief. You are strongly discouraged from emailing assessments to staff and this should only be done in exceptional circumstances with prior agreement. For hard copy submissions (such as log books, portfolios and posters) you will be given the exact time and location of the submission).

For some of your assessments you may be required to submit your work to anti- plagiarism software, such as Turnitin, prior to submission. This is a useful academic development tool, it is not that we think you are cheating! You will be informed when this is a requirement and given the appropriate training to enable you to do so.

Submission deadlines

Remember that deadlines are deadlines and they should always be met. If a piece of work is up to 24hours late a maximum mark of 40% will be awarded. Work that is more than 24 hours late will be given a zero. If however there are extenuating circumstances you should let your programme manager know as soon as possible.

Assessment Offences

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/student-life/your-studies/essential-information/regulations/plagiarism.

Academic offences and academic dishonesty, including plagiarism, are treated very seriously in the University and in the College, and the Universitys academic dishonesty process will be invoked. A student who is proven to have committed an academic offence may be placing his or her degree in jeopardy. It is your responsibility as a student to make sure that you understand what constitutes an academic offence, and in particular, what plagiarism is and how to avoid it. You should note that when you submit coursework assessments using the specified front cover you will be expected to confirm by signature that you have read and understood the University of Plymouths policy on plagiarism.

Extenuating Circumstances

Extenuating Circumstances is a policy to ensure that no student is disadvantaged by circumstances beyond their control; whilst maintaining academic standards. These are circumstances which:

affect your ability to attend or complete assessment(s)

are exceptional

are outside your control

can be corroborated by independent evidence

occurred during or shortly before the assessment in question

If your participation in an assessment has been affected by an extenuating circumstance, then you can ask the College to take this info consideration. You can submit a claim for extenuating circumstances to cover late submission of work, no-submission of work or non-attendance at a time specific assessment; such as an examination, test, presentation or performance or a field class.

When making claim students must ensure that they submit the FULLY completed Extenuating Circumstances form along with the relevant associated evidence as soon as possible, and normally no later than ten working days after the deadline for the submission of the work; or the date of the presentation, performance or test. However it would be preferred if the claim was submitted within 5 days in order that it can be dealt with quickly and within the timeframe. If you are making an extenuating circumstances claim about coursework, do not wait for a decision on your claim before submitting your work. Please submit the final version of your work within 10 working days of the original deadline.

For full details of the Extenuating Circumstances Policy please follow the link below:

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/student-life/your-studies/essential-information/exams/exam-rules-and-regulations/extenuating-circumstances

If you have any queries regarding the submission of the Extenuating Circumstances please speak with your Programme Manager or a member of the HE Operations Team.

Resitting assessments

A fee is not charged for referral work if it is done during the referral period. Resit modules are free if they are being undertaken following approved extenuating circumstances. Modules that have to be re-sat as a second attempt are likely to attract a fee.

Assessment feedback

A generic feedback form, as below, is used for all HE assessments

HE ASSESSMENT FEEDBACK FORMStudent Number: Assessor Name:

Module Code and Title: Assignment title and type:

Total Mark / Grade:

%

Assessor Comments:

Further comments can be found on the submission.

See assessment grading matrix over.

Assessor Signature: Date:

Student Reflection and Action:

Student Signature: Date:

To be completed if the Assessment Decision is subject to Internal Moderation

Internal Moderator Name:

Signature: Date:

Marking Criteria and Distribution

You feedback sheet will be accompanied by a completed grading matrix, which will indicate the reasons behind your allocated mark. The matrix will be shaded in to indicate:

1) Areas where you met a criteria

2) Areas where you fell between two criteria

3) Areas for improvement.

Below is the reports/essay matrix but other assessment matrices may be used depending on the nature of the assessment. The matrix against which you will be marked will be issued with the assessment brief. Take time to examine these carefully it will help you to know what is expected of you!

INSERT GRADING MATRIX HERE

1.1 External Examiner Arrangements

Each programme has an External Examiner who comes from a Higher Education Institution in the UK (not Plymouth University). The Subject External Examiner is primarily concerned with the standards of assessment of the subject and therefore attends the subject assessment panel. They will verify the process of assessment throughout your modules advise upon re-assessment (in your teaching learning and assessment handbook). Your final result is decided by an Examination Board which happens in June/July followed by resit boards in September.

You can find your External Examiner reports online through the Plymouth student portal under the tabs Your Learning, Your External Examiner.

Modified assessment provision

If you think that you should receive any modified assessment provision you must notify your module leaders and programme manager as soon as possible.

In all cases these are chosen and designed to assess your achievement of the particular learning outcomes for the module. You will be given Assessment Criteria on each of your assessments which are used to judge the extent of your achievement.

Please reference the Benchmarking Skills Map in the Programme Specification in the programme Quality handbook for further details on how the teaching, learning and assessments are achieved within each module.

Please note that ALL assessment marks and results are provisional until confirmed by the Subject Assessment Panel and verified by the Award Assessment

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Examination

Coursework

Practical

MODULE CODE

Examination

Test

Coursework Type

Coursework Type

Practical Type

Practical Type

EG: Year 1 Stage 1

CORC1013C

Essay 50%

Report 50%

CORD135

Research Proposal 100%

CORD180

Test 30%

Assignment 70%

CORD181

Portfolio 80%

Practice in Industry 20%

CORD182

Examination 40%

Assignment 60%

CORD183

Examination 40%

Test 20%

Assignment 40%

CORD184

Assignment (1) 50%

Assignment (2) 50%

Year 2 Stage 2

CORD2078

Report 60%

Handout 10%

Poster 30%

CORD2034

Examination 50%

Assignment 50%

CORD2033

Examination 40%

Assignment 60%

CORD2030

Assignment 50%

Assignment 50%

CORD2035

Assignment 60%

Assignment 40%

Students will also choose one of the following modules

CORD2032

Assignment 40%

Debate 60%

CORD2031

Examination 50%

Assignment 50%

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Marking stage

Student submits work / sits test / sits examination

Work is marked by Module Leader

Marks collated by Module Leader & submitted to Programme Manager

Work collated & passed to

Module Leader

Internal moderation stage

Students receive initial UNCONFIRMED mark

Unconfirmed mark & feedback back to students within 20 working days


Internal moderation sample selected1.

Moderation by second academic

External moderation stage

External moderation samples selected and moderated by External Examiners


Subject Assessment Panel (SAP) (ratification) stage

CONFIRMED marks issued to students

Marks approved by SAP and forwarded to College Award Assessment Board

Marks submitted to SAP for consideration and approval


1The sample for the internal moderation comprises 20% or 10 assessment pieces minimum. The sample should include a range of assessment pieces including borderlines and fails. For more guidance see the Plymouth University Marking and Moderation policy 2015

Student FeedbackStudent Representation and Enhancement

Student representation for each stage of the programme is made through programme committee membership, which should also reflect on enhancement activities and their impact and sustainability. Furthermore, programme committee meetings are not considered quorate without student representation.

Information for students on the importance of course representation has been developed in partnership with the students along with the course representation cycle. Other useful resources are available within the UPSU partner college pages.

In addition to student presence through programme committee membership, it is noted that students also have representation though the Student Unions of both institutions.

Student Perception Surveys

The National Student Survey (NSS) and Plymouth Universitys Student Perception Questionnaire (SPQ) offer the opportunity for the Student Voice to be gathered from students individually. Additionally, there may be local methods for collating survey feedback on individual modules.

Student Perception Questionnaire (SPQ) and National Student Survey (NSS)

All students on Plymouth University courses in partner colleges are given the opportunity to complete a questionnaire (SPQ) between January and March in the first year of their programmes. The questionnaire is arranged under a range of headings, the answers to which give us student views on how effectively we support their learning experience, these include teaching, assessment and feedback, academic support, learning resources, personal development opportunities. Student responses are used only in statistical form to produce a subject level report and to enable comparative data to be prepared at faculty level.

In addition students are asked to participate in the National Student Survey (NSS) at the end of their programme. Both of these provide valuable information to enable staff to improve programmes and the learning experience.

What is the Student Perception Questionnaire (SPQ) and what is it for?

to give students the chance to tell us what they feel about their experience of teaching and learning at the Cornwall College

to allow us to identify those issues that are perceived by students as affecting their education, either positively or negatively

to provide us with a University-wide perspective and to enable staff to prioritise our actions to improve the quality of the educational experience at Cornwall College

What does the survey achieve?

At subject level you can expect the findings of the SPQ to be discussed at staff-student liaison groups and Programme Committee Meetings within the college. A related Action Plan is prepared to address students' concerns and this is in turn linked to the Universitys Quality Assurance process, addressed through formal meetings between the University and the college. The Director of Higher Education (HE) will review the questionnaire results with senior managers and programme teams as appropriate.

What is the National Student Survey (NSS) and what does it mean to me?

This national survey is designed to provide information on how universities support the student learning experience. It provides vital information to prospective students and their advisers to help them make an informed choice on what they want to study and where they should study it. The results are shown on the national Unistats website (www.unistats.ac.uk).

The survey is an important tool, both at national level and within the University it is seeking to capture an overall view of the student experience and the results reflect upon the standing and esteem in which the University is held; it is not the tool to use to offer feedback on local course issues which should be directed as normal through course representatives, tutors, lecturers and the Students Union. The Universitys own institutional student perception questionnaire will not be issued to students involved in the national survey to avoid burdening students with too many questionnaires. We will therefore rely heavily on the NSS to secure feedback about the overall student experience.

The survey is carried out by Ipsos MORI, an independent company. It will take the form of a short online questionnaire that should only take around 5 minutes to complete. All eligible final year students will be contacted and invited to complete the survey. So that Ipsos MORI can carry out the survey, the University has been asked to provide contact details for students from its current records (this includes all contact details held by the University, including personal phone numbers). The personal data will not be used for any other purpose than the survey, and will not be passed on to any other parties/companies. All the answers will be kept confidential, with results being published in subject groupings.

Closing the Feedback Loop

This includes programme committee feedback through the student representatives as well as other methods for feeding back on the Student Voice.

For information, please see: http://www1.plymouth.ac.uk/studentvoice/Pages/You-said,-we-did!.aspx).

Cornwall College has developed a student engagement framework which documents the student involvement into quality mechanisms and ensures that feedback on student concerns is delivered in a constructive way and can be demonstrated within the programme action plan. On some campus sites student representatives are governors or on the management committee, and feedback through Student Representatives meetings.

Programme Committee Meetings (PCM)

PCMs exist to enable the core programme team and student representatives to meet formally to strict agendas twice per year. These meetings are in addition to hosting the ALPs and the EEs visits, although they may be arranged to align. These meetings are held twice per academic year; autumn and spring. The meeting utilises the standard Plymouth University agenda for each relevant meeting. It is vital that Student Representatives from each academic year of the programme attend the meeting. It is chaired by the Programme Manager; with attendance from module leaders; learning centre staff and HE Operations.

Complaints

The College wants to ensure that its courses and its case of students are of a high quality. However, sometimes things may go wrong and you may want to complain. If this becomes the case then please follow the link below for further details.

https://www.cornwall.ac.uk/about-us/complaints-procedure

Extenuating Circumstances

Extenuating Circumstances is a policy to ensure that no student is disadvantaged by circumstances beyond their control; whilst maintaining academic standards. These are circumstances which:

affect your ability to attend or complete assessment(s)

are exceptional

are outside your control

can be corroborated by independent evidence

occurred during or shortly before the assessment in question

If your participation in an examination or assessment has been affected by an extenuating circumstance; then you can ask the College to take this info consideration. You can submit a claim for extenuating circumstances to cover last submission of work, no-submission of work or non-attendance at a time specific assessment; such as an examination, test, presentation or performance or a field class.

When making a claim students must ensure that they submit the FULLY completed Extenuating Circumstances form along with the relevant associated evidence as soon as possible, and normally no later than ten working days after the deadline for the submission of the work; or the date of the presentation, performance or test. If you are making an extenuating circumstances claim about coursework, do not wait for a decision on your claim before submitting your work. Please submit the final version of your work within 10 working days of the original deadline. However it would be preferred if the claim was submitted within 5 days in order that it can be dealt with quickly and within the timeframe.

For full details of the Extenuating Circumstances Policy please follow the link below:

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/student-life/your-studies/essential-information/exams/exam-rules-and-regulations/extenuating-circumstances

If you have any queries regarding the submission of the Extenuating Circumstances please speak with your Programme Manager or a member of the HE Operations Team.

Appendix Programme Specification to be the latest version associated with the programme

PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION[footnoteRef:1] [1: This Programme Specification contains no information pertaining and/or referring to any individual and is therefore appropriate for dissemination as a public document.]

Programme Title: FdSc Animal Health and ManagementPartner Delivering Institution: Duchy College & Bicton CollegeState Date: September 2013First Award Date: 2015Date(s) of Revision(s) to this Document:

This programme specification template aligns with recommendations within the UK Quality Code for Higher Education[footnoteRef:2]. The information provided, by the programme proposer, in each section is definitively agreed between the delivering institution and Plymouth University at approval. Therefore any requests for changes to content (post the conditions set at approval) must follow Plymouth Universitys procedures for making changes to partnership programmes[footnoteRef:3]. [2: QAA, 2011, Chapter A3: The Programme Level, UK Quality Code for Higher Education: http://www.qaa.ac.uk/en/Publications/Documents/quality-code-A3.pdf , last accessed 28th July 2014 [n.b. this includes Appendix 2: Working with programme specifications: A leaflet for further education colleges]] [3: If required please contact Academic Partnerships Programme Administration for assistance.]

ContentsPS1.Programme Details3PS2. Brief Description of the Programme3PS3. Details of Accreditation by a Professional/Statutory Body (if appropriate)3PS4. Exceptions to Plymouth University Regulations3PS5. Programme Aims3PS6. Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO)3PS7. Distinctive Features4PS8. Student Numbers4PS9. Progression Route(s)4PS10. Admissions Criteria5PS11. Academic Standards and Quality Enhancement5PS12. Programme Structure6PS13. Explanation and Mapping of Learning Outcomes, Teaching & Learning and Assessment8PS14. Work Based/ Related Learning12Appendix13

PS1.Programme Details

Awarding Institution:

Plymouth University

Partner Institution and delivery site (s):

Duchy College, Stoke Climsland, Bicton

Accrediting Body:

N/A

Language of Study:

English

Mode of Study:

Full Time (2 years)

Final Award:

FdSc

Intermediate Award:

CertHE

Programme Title:

Animal Health and Management

UCAS Code:

D320

JACS Code:

D320

Benchmarks:

Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ), and for Foundation Degrees the Foundation Degree Qualification Benchmark (FDQB). Foundation Degree Qualification Benchmark Informed by Subject benchmark statements in Biosciences (2007) and Agriculture, horticulture, forestry, food and consumer science (2009).

Date of Programme Approval:

April 2013

PS2. Brief Description of the Programme

This text is definitively approved at programme approval and therefore may be directly used for promotion of the programme without the need for further confirmation (approx. 200-250 words)

This programme has been specifically designed for students who wish to gain a sound understanding of issues surrounding animal health, including diagnosis of disease, causes of ill health and modern advances in treatment, and the management of a wide variety of species. Making use of our excellent practical facilities, building on links with the Rural Business School, Dartmoor Zoological Park and more than 40 Veterinary practices across Cornwall and Devon, we can ensure that you will have excellent access to hands-on experience and the benefit of up-to-date Veterinary knowledge.

Aspects of animal health and management are studied through a range of inter-related modules, giving you a solid grounding in this specialist area. During Year 1 you will study: Introduction to Animal Health, Functional Anatomy, Practical Animal Health and Management, Animal Behaviour, the Animal Health Industry. During Year 2 you will look at Contemporary Issues in Animal Health, Care and Rehabilitation, Pharmacy and Diagnostics, Applied Animal Nutrition, Animal Health and Disease and Animal Health Planning. Study tours in Year 1 and Year 2 will allow you to further your knowledge and experiences both nationally and internationally.

This Foundation Degree programme can be studied via both full time and part-time routes. Either route will give you sound opportunities to develop your knowledge of health and husbandry and work with a wide range of species within our Animal Management Centres at Duchy Stoke Climsland, Bicton and Rosewarne (where a brand new state-of-the-art facility is currently underway). You will also have regular access to our Equine Yard and the Duchy College Home Farm, where there are plans for a new hi-tech dairy unit. Links with Dartmoor Zoological Park have developed in the past year and there are sound opportunities to enable Foundation Degree students to broaden their experiences to a wider range of exotic species, including big cats, wolves, monkeys, capybara, reindeer, tapirs and wallabies.

Assessment will be via a range of written assignments and practical assessments, reports, in-class tests, presentations and group discussions. You will compile a portfolio of skills developed during practical sessions.

PS3. Details of Accreditation by a Professional/Statutory Body (if appropriate)

N/A

PS4. Exceptions to Plymouth University Regulations

(Note: Plymouth Universitys Academic Regulations are available internally on the intranet: https://staff.plymouth.ac.uk//extexam/academicregs/intranet.htm)

None

PS5. Programme Aims

This programme will deliver:

A1: Have the knowledge and critical understanding required to relate to the environmental, social and political issues which affect the industry as well as an appreciation of the economic realities involved in animal health and management;

A2: Be able to use a range of established techniques to initiate and undertake critical analysis of information, and to propose solutions to problems arising from that analysis;

A3: Be able to communicate information, arguments and analysis effectively, in a variety of forms, to specialist and non-specialist audiences and deploy key techniques of the discipline effectively.

A4: Be able to undertake further training, develop existing skills, and acquire new competencies that will enable them to assume significant responsibility within organisations.

A5: Have the opportunity to develop and foster close ties with industrial practitioners, giving graduates a realistic overview of employment and providing them with specific practical competencies and transferable skills necessary for career development, through work-related experiences, e.g. work shadowing, work placement and employment opportunities.

A6: Develop the capacity for independent learning and critical thinking by stimulating interest in their chosen discipline, thereby providing the foundation for life-long learning.

A7: Foster attitudes which are valued by society in general and are required for careers in any field of study i.e., enthusiasm, self-reliance, independence and commercial awareness.

PS6. Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO)

By the end of this programme the student will be able to:

ILO1: knowledge and understanding Demonstrate a development of specialist knowledge of the health of animals and its promotion and discuss current practice and research within the field of animal health and management

ILO2: cognitive and intellectual skills Demonstrate learning, organisational and planning skills and qualities important to personal and career life.

ILO3: transferable skills Demonstrate an ability to deal with people in order to work effectively and constructively with other employees within the animal industry.

Be able to communicate information and analysis effectively, in a variety of forms, to specialist and non- specialist audiences.

ILO4: employment Demonstrate the development of competence in skills to industry standards, encourage adaptability and an ability to identify the need to develop new skills, where necessary, to assume significant responsibility within organisations.

Make an immediate contribution in employment or progress successfully to further studies, demonstrating the skills, qualities and attitudes essential for success in academic and industrial life, with an emphasis on lifelong learning.

ILO5: practical Perceive their field of study in a broader perspective and demonstrate an ability to transfer the skills and knowledge learned at College to different areas of the working environment within the animal industry.

PS7. Distinctive Features

This text is definitively approved at programme approval and therefore may be directly used for promotion of the programme without the need for further confirmation:

Has been developed specifically to produce graduates required by the changing animal management and health Industry.

Allows students to develop required levels of autonomy and to pursue their own areas of interest throughout the contextualisation of modules on their programme and particularly through their Research Project

Encourages students to tailor the programme to their own interests and desired career path.

Is taught by staff involved in the development of Animal Management as an academic discipline, who have established core areas of research activity and are nationally recognised within the subject specific community

Promotes student input into the future direction and application of Animal management.

The programme benefits from:

Well-established connections with local and national animal organisations and practitioners, providing excellent opportunities for students to develop their knowledge, skills and links needed for employment in the field.

Staff who are experienced and active and have established track records within their particular subject area.

Strong pastoral support and small group teaching delivered by readily accessible academic and support staff which is important for all students but particularly for students progressing from FdSc programmes who are accustomed to being supported in this way.

A comprehensive and expanding bank of related resources. Duchy College has a wide range of HE appropriate teaching areas from large tiered lecture theatres to small tutorial and seminar rooms, there are also a number of ICT rooms dedicated solely to higher education students. The College is a member of the University Partner College network of the University of Plymouth. All enrolled students have full use of the extensive library resources at Plymouth; this includes complete access to a comprehensive remote access system. The Learning Centres at Duchy College Stoke Climsland, Bicton and at Rosewarne offer a wide range of animal-based texts and journals, including those which already resource related Foundation and Honours Degrees in Equine, Veterinary Nursing and Agriculture subjects.

The College has a purpose-built Animal Management Centre dedicated to the development of students skills in animal management, health care and breeding. The resource allows students to gain practical experience in the context of underpinning scientific knowledge.

The facilities include:

Microbiology laboratory, nutritional analysis.

Dirty support laboratory

Small mammals and guinea pig areas

Dog grooming area

Exotics and aquatics areas, with a range of commonly-kept reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates

Outside rabbit area with a variety of rabbit breeds

Waterfowl

Pigs and goats

Food preparation kitchen

Animal Management students also have regular access to Equine facilities, with stabling for up to 60 horses, indoor and outdoor schools, hotwash and solarium.

Duchy Home Farm extends over 267 hectares (660 acres) with a large herd (285) of Holstein Friesian dairy cows with plans for a brand new dairy unit, pedigree Devon cattle, nearly 100 Texel sheep and British lop gilts.

Links with Dartmoor Zoological Park have developed in the past year and there are sound opportunities to enable Foundation Degree students to broaden their experiences to a wider range of exotic species, including big cats, wolves, monkeys, capybara, reindeer, tapirs and wallabies. The Duchy College Veterinary Nursing Centre works closely with 45 Veterinary practices across Cornwall and Devon and, through the Healthy Livestock Project administered by the Rural Business School, we are currently working with 77 large animal and mixed animal Veterinary practices which provide excellent linkage to businesses within the animal health sector to enhance the learning experience.

PS8. Student Numbers

The following provides information that should be considered nominal, and therefore not absolutely rigid, but is of value to guide assurance of the quality of the student experience, functional issues around enabling progression opportunities to occur and staffing and resource planning:

Minimum student numbers per stage = 10

Target student numbers per stage = 12

Maximum student numbers per stage = 20

PS9. Progression Route(s)

Approved progression route(s) are those where successful achievement in this programme enables direct alignment to join a stage of another programme. This is an approach employed primarily for Foundation Degree students to top-up to complete a Bachelor degree, but may be employed for other award types.

This is in part an automated admissions criterion and therefore progression may be impacted on by availability of a position on the progression award; however progression opportunity, if not available in the first year of application, is guaranteed within 3 years.

Progression arrangements with institutions other than Plymouth University carry an increased element of risk. It is necessary for the delivering partner institution to obtain formal agreement from that institution to guarantee progression for existing students on the programme. For progression to Plymouth University, should there be the need to withdraw the progression route programme(s) then either this will be delayed to provide progression or appropriate solutions will be found. This arrangement is guaranteed for existing students that complete their programme of study with no suspensions or repeat years and who wish to progress immediately to the University.

The contribution of marks from prior levels of study to the progression award is governed by University regulations.

PS10. Admissions Criteria

Qualification(s) Required for Entry to this Programme:

Details:

Level 2:

Key Skills requirement / Higher Level Diploma:

Level 2 in Literacy & Numeracy / At least One Merit in appropriate subject

and/or

GCSEs required at Grade C or above:

Any four subjects passes including English and Maths

Level 3: at least one of the following:

AS/A Levels

120 points (combination of appropriate A-levels, Key Skills and AS Levels (Maximum of 40 points from Key Skills

Advanced Level Diploma:

Advanced Certificate/Diploma in appropriate subject

BTEC National Certificate/Diploma:

120 points and award should be in an appropriate subject

D in the Award

MP in the Certificate

PPP in the Diploma

VDA: AGNVQ, AVCE, AVS:

Advanced GNVQ/AVCE or NVQ Level 3

Access to HE or Year 0 provision:

Certificate in appropriate subject

International Baccalaureate:

Considered on a case by case basis but generally a Diploma with 24 points or above.

Irish / Scottish Highers / Advanced Highers:

120 UCAS Points

Work Experience:

Assessed on application

Other HE qualifications / non-standard awards or experiences:

Assessed on application

APEL / APCL[footnoteRef:4] possibilities: [4: Accredited Prior Experiential Learning and Accredited Prior Certificated Learning]

www.plymouth.ac.uk

Interview / Portfolio requirements:

Mature students will have to demonstrate at interview the necessary motivation, potential, experience and/or knowledge.

Disabilities the course welcomes applications from students with disabilities and is committed to its inclusive policy. In order to be more learner-centred, the college requests that all applications be considered individually and in consultation with the Programme Manager.

Independent Safeguarding Agency (ISA) / Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance required:

No

PS11. Academic Standards and Quality Enhancement

The Programme Leader/Manager (or the descriptor) leads the Programme Committee in the Plymouth Universitys annual programme monitoring process (APM), as titled at the time of approval. APM culminates in the production, maintenance and employment of a programme level Action Plan, which evidences appropriate management of the programme in terms of quality and standards. Any formally agreed changes to this process will continue to be followed by the Programme Leader/Manager (or other descriptor) and their Programme Committee.

Elements of this process include engaging with stakeholders. For this definitive document it is important to define:

Subject External Examiner(s):

An Interim visit by External Examiner (EE) (usually between January and February) will review work that has been marked, consult students and feed back to the programme manager and module leaders and course team.

Subject Assessment Panel (SAP) reviews the assessment marking and is scrutinised by the subject EE. Representatives of the team review and present their module marks for each student on the programme.

The annual Award Assessment Board (AAB) takes place with Programme Manager, the awarding bodys partnership member and the External to receive the students work and confer progression or award.

Additional stakeholders specific to this programme:

Students have the opportunity to discuss the programme independently, twice a year in the Student Review. This forms part of the discussion for the annual programme monitoring in the autumn and spring of each academic year.

The Student Perception Questionnaire (SPQ) is administered during the year and feeds into the programme review.

Students Representatives attend Annual Programme Monitoring (APM) to contribute student views alongside Module Leaders, the Programme Manager and the Assistant Registrar to monitor module delivery and the course provision.

Curriculum meetings take place once a month to review progression, department provision, resources and staffing.

PS12. Programme Structure

The following structure diagram(s) provides the current structure for this programme:

FHEQ level: FdSc Animal Health Management Levels 4 & 5 For: Full Time

F/T Route Year

When in Year? (i.e. Autumn, Spring etc)

Core or Option Module

Credits

Module

1

All Year

Core

20

CORC1013C - Personal and Employability Skills Development

1

All Year

Core

10

CORD135 Research Skills

1

All Year

Core

10

CORD180 Introduction to Animal Health

1

All Year

Core

20

CORD181 - Practical Animal Health and Management

1

All Year

Core

20

CORD182 - Animal Behaviour

1

All Year

Core

20

CORD183 - Principles of Animal Science

1

All Year

Core

20

CORD184 - The Animal Health Industry

2

All Year

Core

20

CORD2078 - Research Project

2

All Year

Core

20

CORD2034 - Animal Health and Disease

2

All Year

Core

20

CORD2033 - Applied Animal Nutrition

2

All Year

Core

20

CORD2030 - Contemporary Issues in Animal Health

2

All Year

Core

20

CORD2035 - Animal Health Planning

Students will also choose one of the following Modules

2

All Year

Option

20

CORD2032 - Welfare, Care and Rehabilitation

2

All Year

Option

20

CORD2031 - Pharmacy and Diagnostics

FHEQ level: FdSc Animal Health Management Levels 4 & 5 For: Part Time

F/T Route Year

When in Year? (i.e. Autumn, Spring etc)

Core or Option Module

Credits

Module

1

All Year

Core

20

CORC1013C - Personal and Employability Skills Development

1

All Year

Core

20

CORD181 - Practical Animal Health and Management

1

All Year

Core

20

CORD182 - Animal Behaviour

1

All Year

Core

20

CORD183 - Principles of Animal Science

2

All Year

Core

10

CORD135 Research Skills

2

All Year

Core

10

CORD180 Introduction to Animal Health

2

All Year

Core

20

CORD184 - The Animal Health Industry

2

All Year

Core

20

CORD2033 - Applied Animal Nutrition

2

All Year

Core

20

CORD2034 - Animal Health and Disease

3

All Year

Core

20

CORD2078 - Research Project

3

All Year

Core

20

CORD2030 - Contemporary Issues in Animal Health

3

All Year

Core

20

CORD2035 - Animal Health Planning

Students will also choose one of the following Modules

3

All Year

Option

20

CORD2032 - Welfare, Care and Rehabilitation

3

All Year

Option

20

CORD2031 - Pharmacy and Diagnostics

PS13. Explanation and Mapping of Learning Outcomes, Teaching & Learning and Assessment

Developing graduate attributed and skills, at any level of HE , is dependent on the clarity of strategies and methods for identifying the attributes and skills relevant to the programme and where and how these are operationalised. The interrelated factors of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these are inclusive in nature, are fundamentally significant to these strategies and methods, as are where and how these are specifically distributed within the programme.

Ordered by graduate attributes and skills, the following table provides a map of the above, plus an exposition to describe and explain the ideas and strategy of each. Therefore, subsequent to the initial completion for approval, maintenance of this table as and when programme structure changes occur is also important:

FHEQ level: FdSc Animal Health & Management Levels 4 & 5

Definitions of Graduate Attributes and Skills Relevant to this Programme

Teaching and Learning Strategy / Methods

Prog Aims

Prog intended Learning Outcomes

Range of Assessments

Related Core Modules

Knowledge / Understanding:

Biosciences (2007); agriculture, horticulture, forestry, food and consumer sciences (2009)

By the end of this level of this programme the students will be able to demonstrate for a threshold pass:

the importance of the recall of knowledge based on the directly taught programme with some evidence of wider enquiry (Ag+)

subject-specific theories, paradigms, concepts and principles as well as some understanding of more specialised areas (Ag+)

the importance of conducting a substantial independent piece of work (e.g. a research project) (Bio)

the construction of reasoned arguments to support their position on the ethical and social impact of advances in the biosciences in general and animal science (Bio)

Primary:

Lectures and tutorials

Directed independent study

Learning from work experience

Secondary/Supplementary:

Case studies

Problem-solving exercises

1,4,5

1,5

1,2.

1,5

Key knowledge and understanding is assessed via a combination of multiple choice tests, examinations, essays, presentations and seminar performances.

CORD180, CORD181, CORD182,

CORD183, CORD184.

CORD2078, CORD2034, CORD2035, CORD2032

An explanation for embedding Knowledge and Understanding through Teaching & Learning and Assessment at this level of the programme:

Students will have demonstrated an ability to apply knowledge and understanding skills developed within level 4 & 5 of the course to a wide variety of industry related scenarios and will be required to complete a range of assessments in order to demonstrate these skills.

Cognitive and Intellectual Skills:



Access and evaluate relevant information from a variety of sources and to communicate the principles of Animal Health and management both orally and in writing (e.g. essays, experimental reports) in a way that is well organised, topical and recognises the limits of current hypotheses (Bio)

Critically appraise academic literature and other sources of information (Ag+)

Demonstrate ability to define problems, devise and evaluate solutions in both routine and unfamiliar contexts (Ag+)

Demonstrate the ability to consider issues from a range of multi-disciplinary perspectives and to draw on appropriate concepts and values in arriving at a critical assessment (Ag+)

Define a suitable and effective sampling procedure and analyse, synthesise, summarise and evaluate information (Ag+)

Apply relevant advanced numerical skills (including statistical analysis, where appropriate) to biological and sociological data (Bio)

Integrate lines of evidence from a range of sources to support findings and hypotheses;

Understand risk; and health and safety implications (Ag+)

Primary:

Class exercises

Tutorial/seminar discussions

Feedback via coursework assessment process (essays etc)


For example:

Policy and practice analysis in surgeries

Utilisation of appropriate technology and subsequent application of results

1,2,3,5

2,3,5

1,2,5,7

1,2,6,7

Assessed discussions

Essays/projects/dissertations

Examinations/tests

Coursework/group work on practical application questions

CORD135, CORD181, CORD184, CORC1013

CORD2078, CORD2030, CORD2035

An explanation for embedding Cognitive and Intellectual Skills through Teaching & Learning and Assessment at this level of the programme:

Students will have demonstrated an ability to apply cognitive and intellectual skills developed within level 4 & 5 of this programme to a wide variety of industry

Key Transferable Skills:



Demonstrate as an ability to manage their time effectively, solve problems and learn autonomously (Bio)

Recognise and use a range of information sources effectively (Ag+)

Critically assess the quality of evidence (Bio)

Apply well developed strategies for updating, maintaining and enhancing their knowledge (Bio)

Recognise and be able to comment on the moral and ethical issues associated with the subject (Ag+)

Contribute coherently to group discussions and listen attentively to others (Ag+)

Communicate effectively to audiences in written, graphical and verbal forms (Ag+)

Use computer packages selectively handle electronic information and to convey information effectively (Ag+)

Understand and apply professional codes of conduct (Ag+)

Accept responsibility for ones actions (Ag+)

Identify and work towards targets for personal, career and academic development (Ag+)

Take a responsible , adaptable and flexible approach to study and work (Ag+)

Develop the skills necessary for self-managed and lifelong learning (e.g. independent study, time management, organisational skills) (Ag+)

Analyse personal strengths and weaknesses (Ag+)

Primary:

Tutorial guidance regarding PESD and industry specific Continued Professional Development

Library and other research exercises

Group work awareness and practice/collaboration

Resource-based learning and assessment


Class and seminar interactions and feedback

2,3,6,7

2,3,4,6

1,2,3,4,5.

4,6,7

Coursework of all types

Examination preparation and completion

Assessed discussions

Group work assessments

CORD135, CORD181, CORC1013


An explanation for embedding Key Transferable Skills through Teaching & Learning and Assessment at this level of the programme:

The Animal Health Management discipline depends on a blend of academic and practical skills, both equally important. It is crucial that students of Animal Health Management commence the development of key transferable skills as soon as possible within the programme of study.

Employment Related Skills:



Convey the multi factorial nature of Animal health and management to a wide range of Animal industry audience

Demonstrate interpersonal and team work skills (Ag+)

Organise a team effectively and contribute effectively to team work through the identification of individual and collective goals (Ag+)

Recognise and respect the views of others and reflect on performance as an individual and team member (Ag+)

Primary:

Project oral presentation

coursework reports

Competency based skill training


Discussions with visiting speakers and non-academic personnel

Competency based skill assessment

3,4,5,7

4,5,7

3,6,7

5,6,7

Project work

Ability to display competence

CORD181, CORD180, CORD184, CORD135, CORD183, CORC1013

CORD2078, CORD2030,

An explanation for embedding Employment Related Skills through Teaching & Learning and Assessment at this level of the programme:

FdSc Animal Health Management graduates will be expected to conduct themselves in an appropriate manner within the demanding Animal Health Management industry. The development of employment related skills commences at the outset of the programme.

Practical Skills:



Demonstrate the proficiencies needed in a broad range of appropriate practical techniques and skills relevant to Animal health. This will include the ability to place the work in context and to suggest lines of further investigation (Bio)

Plan, conduct and present an independent investigation with some reliance on guidance (Ag+)

Use appropriate data capture methods (Ag+)

Use appropriate technology to address problems efficiently (Ag+)

Select, apply and utilise a range of appropriate animal restraint equipment or training methodologies to solve problems competently and safely (Ag+)

Describe clearly and record accurately in the field and laboratory (Ag+)

Interpret practical results in a logical manner (Ag+)

Primary:

field work

Projects

Designated tasks

Learning from work

Competency based skill training


Lectures and tutorials

Competency based skill assessment

1,2,3,7

1,2,3,5,7

3,4,6,7

2,3,4,6,7

Project work

Ability to display competence


CORD2078, CORD2034, CORD2035, CORD2033, CORD2032

An explanation for embedding Practical Skills through Teaching & Learning and Assessment at this level of the programme:

Students will have demonstrated an ability to apply fundamental industry-required practical skills in order to increase their proficiency and employability within the programme in a range of industry contexts through delivery and assessment at this level of the programme.

PS14. Work Based/ Related Learning

WBL is an essential element of Foundation Degrees and therefore needs to be detailed here. However, for all types of HE Programmes there should be an element of employability focus through, at least, Work Related Learning, and therefore the following is applicable for all:

FHEQ level: FdSc Animal Health & Management Levels 4 & 5

WBL/WRL Activity:

LogisticsProg AimProg Intended LORange of AssessmentsRelated Core Module(s)

Professional development planning is at the core of the curriculum, as students work towards developing their individual professional identity. complimented by seminars specific to the creative industries, that focus them on their professional identity. building upon this knowledge in relation to practice.

Throughout the Course.

1,2,3,4,5,6,7

1,2,3,4,5

Key knowledge and understanding is assessed via a combination of :

Essays/projects/dissertations

Examinations/tests

Coursework/group work on practical application questions

Reflective assignments

All Core Modules

An explanation of this map:

Learners will have demonstrated an ability to discuss and apply practical skills developed within the course to a wide variety of industry representatives and will be required to complete a range of work related skills assessments throughout the related units.

Appendix Module Records

SECTION A: DEFINITIVE MODULE RECORD. Proposed changes must be submitted via Faculty Quality Procedures for approval and issue of new module code.

MODULE CODE:

CORC1013

MODULE TITLE:

Personal and Employability Skills Development

CREDITS: 20

FHEQ Level: 4

JACS CODE: X900

PRE-REQUISITES: None

CO-REQUISITES: None

COMPENSATABLE: No

SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR: (max 425 characters)

This module is designed to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to develop themselves in terms of their personal and employability skills.

ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT Use HESA KIS definitions]

WRITTEN EXAMINATION

COURSEWORK

PRACTICAL

E1 (Examination)

%

C1 (Coursework)

100%

P1 (Practical)

E2 (Clinical Examination)

%

A1 (Generic Assessment)

%

T1 (Test)

%

SUBJECT ASSESSMENT PANEL Group to which module should be linked: PESD

Professional body minimum pass mark requirement: N/A

MODULE AIMS:

Develop conceptual and practical skills in personal development planning for study at degree level and readiness for employability.

Equip learners with baseline personal resources for study and employment such as integrity, personal responsibility, reliability and self-motivation.

Develop learners skills in team working, decision-making, problem solving and communication.

Stimulate learners creativity and encourage a focus on enterprising and challenging tasks and activity.

ASSESSED LEARNING OUTCOMES: (additional guidance below)

At the end of the module the learner will be expected to be able to:

1. Evaluate and benchmark own study and analysis skills, capabilities and developmental needs.

2. Demonstrate understanding of concepts relating to personal, employability skills and work related skills.

3. Reflect upon how these concepts relate to personal and professional practice.

4. Effectively manage and self-direct personal and professional learning and development.

DATE OF APPROVAL:

09 Feb 2010

FACULTY/OFFICE:


DATE OF IMPLEMENTATION:

01 Sep 2010

SCHOOL/PARTNER:

Cornwall College

DATE(S) OF APPROVED CHANGE:

TERM/SEMESTER:

All Year

Additional notes (for office use only):

SECTION B: DETAILS OF TEACHING, LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT

Items in this section must be considered annually and amended as appropriate, in conjunction with the Module Review Process. Some parts of this page may be used in the KIS return and published on the extranet as a guide for prospective students. Further details for current students should be provided in module guidance notes.

ACADEMIC YEAR: 2017-18

NATIONAL COST CENTRE: 135

MODULE LEADER: Brender Willmott

OTHER MODULE STAFF: Relevant Site Leaders

SUMMARY of MODULE CONTENT

Personal development planning - personal audit, professional development, career management skills.

Intra and interpersonal skills - influencing, negotiating, conflict resolution, risk taking, problem-solving, decision making, teamwork, initiative, self-esteem, leadership, innovation, creativity and enterprise.

Successful communication - interview skills, CVs and letters of application, self-presentation, presentation of information.

Understanding the business context - organizational culture, business strategy, sustainability, cultural diversity, corporate social responsibility, financial literacy.

Project management - project planning, monitoring, evaluation, reporting.

Work related learning work placements, visits to alternative work place/s, guest speakers.

SUMMARY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING [Use HESA KIS definitions]

Scheduled Activities

Hours

Comments/Additional Information

Lecture

20

Core material

Group Seminars

20

Workshop sessions where students are given group activities to apply learning to develop graduate employability and interview skills.

Work Based Learning

30

As part of this module, students will undertake 30 hours of work based learning.

Guided Independent Study

130

Students are expected to put in time outside of taught sessions and their own personal development and career planning.

Total

200

(NB: 1 credit = 10 hours or learning; 10 credits = 100 hours, etc)

Category

Element

Component Name

Component Weighting

Comments include links to learning objectives

Coursework

C1

2500 Word Reflection with appropriate academic references)

100%

Overall total 100%

Reflection using concepts of personal, employability and work related skills (AL01, ALO2 ,ALO3 and AL04)

Present your strengths & skills with clear actions to overcome any weaknesses. (AL01, AL03, AL04)

Updated by: Brender Willmott/Heidi Channell

Date:

19/05/17

Approved by: HE Operations

Date:

19/05/17

SECTION A: DEFINITIVE MODULE RECORD. Proposed changes must be submitted via Faculty Quality Procedures for approval and issue of new module code.

MODULE CODE:

CORD135

MODULE TITLE:

Research Skills

CREDITS: 10

FHEQ Level: 4

JACS CODE: X210

PRE-REQUISITES: None

CO-REQUISITES: None

COMPENSATABLE: Y

SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR: (max 425 characters)

This module is designed to develop the students knowledge of the underpinning principles of research, experimental design and data analysis.

ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT Use HESA KIS definitions]

WRITTEN EXAMINATION

COURSEWORK

PRACTICAL

E1 (Examination)

%

C1 (Coursework)

100%

P1 (Practical)

% or Pass/Fail (delete as appropriate)

E2 (Clinical Examination)

%

A1 (Generic Assessment)

%

T1 (Test)

%

SUBJECT ASSESSMENT PANEL Group to which module should be linked: Duchy Stoke

Professional body minimum pass mark requirement: N/A

MODULE AIMS:

This module aims to enable student to develop their understanding of the research process and to recognise the important of the experimental planning and the use of research skills and investigation in relation to their academic programme of study.

ASSESSED LEARNING OUTCOMES: (additional guidance below)

At the end of the module the learner will be expected to be able to:

5. Understand the process of planning research studies and the importance of ethical considerations.

6. Demonstrate the ability to design research studies in order to generate reliable data.

7. Identify appropriate data collection and analysis methods to test hypotheses and therefore reach conclusions about research questions

DATE OF APPROVAL:

01 Apr 2011

FACULTY/OFFICE:


DATE OF IMPLEMENTATION:

01 Sep 2011

SCHOOL/PARTNER:

Duchy College

DATE(S) OF APPROVED CHANGE:

TERM/SEMESTER:

Additional notes (for office use only):

SECTION B: DETAILS OF TEACHING, LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT

Items in this section must be considered annually and amended as appropriate, in conjunction with the Module Review Process. Some parts of this page may be used in the KIS return and published on the extranet as a guide for prospective students. Further details for current students should be provided in module guidance notes.

ACADEMIC YEAR: 2017-2018

NATIONAL COST CENTRE: 112

MODULE LEADER: Jurie Intachat

OTHER MODULE STAFF: Relevant Programme

SUMMARY of MODULE CONTENT

an ability to identify a focussed title for the proposed research

an understanding of research design

an ability to distinguish between aims, objectives and hypotheses

comprehension of data collection and analysis methods

effective completion of ethical approval application documentation

an ability to conduct an academically written mini literature review referenced appropriately using the Harvard Referencing System

SUMMARY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING [Use HESA KIS definitions]

Scheduled Activities

Hours

Comments/Additional Information

Lecture

10

Formal in-class delivery

Practical Classes and Workshops

10

In-Class and self-directed

Project Supervision

8

In-class tuition with Programme Manager accompanied by self-directed practice

Guided Independent Study

72

Self-directed with formative support provided by subject experts as required

Total

100

(NB: 1 credit = 10 hours or learning; 10 credits = 100 hours, etc)

Category

Element

Component Name

Component Weighting

Comments include links to learning objectives

Written exam

E_

%

Total = 100%

T_

%

Total = 100%

Coursework

C1_

Research proposal covering ALO 1-3

100%

Total = 100%

Practical

P_

%

Total = 100%

Updated by:

Jurie Intachat

Date:

13/07/16

Approved by:

HE Operations

Date:

13/07/16

Recommended Texts and Sources:

Barnard, C., Gilbert, F.& McGregor, P., 2011. Asking Questions in Biology: a guide to testing,

Begon, M., Fowler, J., Cohen, L. & Jarvis, P., 2010. Ecology: practical statistics for field biology:

Dytham, C., 2010. Choosing and Using Statistics: A biologists guide. 3rd Ed. Oxford: Blackwell.

Eddison, J., 1999. Quantitative investigations in the biosciences using Minitab. London:

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