PART 1 – BSc SPORT SCIENCE PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION

1 Awarding institution

St Mary’s University, Twickenham

2 Partner institution and location of teaching (if applicable)

N/A

3 Type of collaborative arrangement (if applicable)

N/A

4 Award title Sport Science

5 Final award BSc

6 Interim award(s) with award titles (if specific titles have been designated)

Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE)Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE)

7 Faculty with responsibility for the programme

Sport, Health & Applied Sciences

8 Language of study

English

9 Joint Honours combinations

Physical Education, Sport and Youth Development

10 UCAS code C60011 JACS code B120, B830, C600, C813, G310, L31012 Professional,

Statutory or Regulatory Body (PSRB) accreditation / recognition

The programme is endorsed by the professional body, the British Association of Sport and Exercise Scientists (BASES).

13 QAA subject benchmark or other relevant external reference point

The programme has been derived with reference to the FHEQ of UK – Degree Awarding Bodies (2014) and the QAA Benchmarking Statement for Sport Leisure and Tourism.

14 Normal completion time and maximum duration of study

Normal completion time:Full-time study – 3 yearsPart-time study – 6 years

The overall duration of an undergraduate honours degree programme of study

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from initial registration to completion shall be no less than three years of full-time study. BA/BSc degrees shall not exceed 4 consecutive semesters for FHEQ Level 4, 5 consecutive semesters for FHEQ Level 5, and 5 consecutive semesters for Year 3 (FHEQ Level 6).

15 Mode of study Full-time, part-time or a mix of both modes of study.

16 Mode of delivery Face to face

17 Date approved and name of authorised body

FADC, September 2019

18 Applies to students commencing study in (month/year)

September 2019

PART 2 – CURRICULUM SPECIFIC DETAILS

19 Summary of the programme

The Sport Science degree offers students the opportunity to study one of the most popular degree subjects in the country. You will benefit from studying at a university with a long and unique association with sport that also has good access to professional sports clubs. Your degree programme takes our long experience in this field and uses it to provide an applied focus, exploring the factors that contribute to enhanced sports performance.

Level 4Level 4 provides a foundation in all aspects of Sport Science, as well as the contexts in which they may be applied. Modules include Exercise Physiology, Sport Psychology and Biomechanics. The first foundations of research and investigation are also laid at this stage.

Level 5Level 5 builds on key theoretical concepts underlying Sport Science. Areas of study include biomechanics, exercise physiology, skill acquisition, sport psychology, sport sociology, notational analysis, muscle physiology, and options from work placement modules.

Level 6At Level 6 applied practice and research are emphasised. You will take greater responsibility of your own work and you will have the opportunity to undertake an extended research project that develops your own your interests more closely. You may also choose to undertake further work experience.

Teaching methodsEnthusiastic and expert staff employs both traditional and more innovative methods of teaching and assessment. Strong support from staff is provided in order to facilitate and enhance your learning. Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, workshops, practical’s, labs, case studies, computer-based learning and peer teaching.

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20 Aims of the programme

Primary Aims and Outcomes of the Programme

In line with the University Mission and the QAA Benchmarking Statement for Sport Leisure and Tourism, the primary aims are:

To provide a balanced, stimulating and academically sound education within the area of Sport Science which allows students to develop their academic and professional potential.

To provide students with the opportunity to investigate sport performance and sport as an individual and social phenomenon.

To develop students' knowledge and critical understanding of the major domains of Sport Science and their application to sport performance. Joint honours students will be able to specialise in one of these disciplines at levels two and three, major and single honours students in more than one.

To enable students to participate effectively within society through the development of transferable, practical and cognitive skills in dedicated skills modules and other modules in which skill acquisition is fostered and assessed.

On successful completion of the programme, students will have achieved the following outcomes:

Developed understanding of the key concepts underlying the science of sports and related activities.

Built on pre-existing skills and developed them to a more advanced level.

Developed the ability to critically analyse concepts, theories and data sets.

Undertaken active, critical and practical participation in the learning process and be equipped for further study/research and continuing professional development in sport science and related fields.

Undertaken an independent study of a topic relating to sport science (single honours and majors, the topic for equals and minors may relate to the other subject), involving planning, research, analysis, practical work and construction of a written report.

Developed the ability to reflect on, and critically evaluate, their own performance within a wider professional and academic framework.

21 Criteria for admission

Criteria for AdmissionApplicants must satisfy the general admissions requirements of St Mary's University outlined in the Admissions Policy (see www. stmarys.ac.uk/admissions-policy ). Standard offers will normally be made at 260 points, of which at least 180 must be B and C grades at GCE A-Level (one science subject is preferred) or equivalent including Vocational A-Levels

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(VCEs), AS Levels, BTEC (merit, merit, distinction) or Access. Candidates must have at least one 6-unit qualification. Lower offers may be made in some cases, for example for mature students or where a candidate's academic profile is offset by high sporting achievement.

Students whose first language is not English must have achieved an overall score of 6.0 in IELTS (International English Language Testing System) with no less than 5.5 in any section.

Credit Accumulation and Transfer, and Accreditation of Prior Learning Students who have undertaken study or learning elsewhere may apply for

exemption from a proportion of a University programme of study and be given entry with advanced standing (e.g. at a point beyond the beginning of FHEQ Level 4) and exemption from parts of their programme. The learning which may merit advanced standing is as follows:

o Relevant credits, i.e. credits at an appropriate level and in an appropriate subject, earned in another institution or in other institutions;

o Relevant certificated prior learning.

The relevance, status and currency of the prior learning will be considered by the Registrar on the advice of the Programme Director. The University will accept applications for accreditation of prior experiential or uncertificated learning for entry to Masters or other professional programmes as determined by the Programme Director on the advice of the Registrar. The University will accept applications for the accreditation of prior uncertificated learning for particular modules as outlined in the regulations for programmes of study.

22 Scheduled learning time(the number of guided learning hours (GLH) is 10 hours per 1 credithttp://www.qaa.ac.uk/en/Publications/Documents/contact-hours-student.pdf)

Type of learning time Number of hours

Expressed as %

Contact time 702 19.5%Placement/work-based learning hours

0 0%

Guided learning hours

0 0%

Independent study time

2898 80.5%

TOTAL* 3600 100%*A typical 3 year undergraduate programme has a total of 3600 hoursA typical 2 year Masters level programme has a total of 180 hours

23 Programme learning outcomes

The programme provides opportunities for students to achieve and demonstrate the following learning outcomes:

Knowledge and Understanding:1. Knowledge and understanding of the disciplines which underpin human

structure and function in sporting contexts.2. Knowledge and understanding of the factors which influence and enhance

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sport performance.3. Critical understanding of the disciplines in which students choose to

specialise.4. Ability to apply empirical scientific knowledge in a range of settings, so

enabling enhancement of sport performance in an evidence-based manner.

Cognitive Skills:5. Apply the theoretical concepts of sport science in practical contexts.6. Think logically and in increasingly abstract terms when addressing particular

issues and solving problems relevant to sport science.7. Adopt a critical approach to the collection analysis of data, including the

correct choice of methods in the recording, presentation and evaluation of data.

8. Critically analyse and evaluate a range of literature in the field of sport science.

Performance & Practice:9. Carry out practical activities using appropriate laboratory and experimental

skills.10. Undertake practicals /assignments/ investigations with due regard for safety

and risk assessment.11. Recognise and respond to ethical/moral issues relating to sport science.12. Plan, design, execute and communicate a sustained piece of independent

research work using appropriate media and techniques.13. Collect, record and analyse data.

Personal & Enabling Skills:14. Communicate ideas on paper in a fluent and articulate manner.15. Communicate orally in an effective manner.16. Plan and manage learning either independently or as part of a team.17. Make appropriate use of information technology.

24 Programme structure and module requirements

BSc Single HonoursThere are two routes available to Single Honours students. A particular combination of modules has been endorsed by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences. Single Honours students can choose the BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (BUES) or the non-BUES route.

The BUES criteria identify biomechanics, exercise physiology, sport psychology and research methods as core elements of sport science. Hence these are core at level 5 in the BUES route. However, in response to student feedback, it will be possible for single honours students to elect not to follow the BUES route, in which case they will be required to take research methods and two out of three of biomechanics, exercise physiology, sport psychology. It is not be possible for joint honours students to meet the BUES criteria, but combined honours students will be required to choose at least one from the three key disciplines: biomechanics, exercise physiology, sport psychology, and must take research methods in ONE programme.

Students wishing to study for single honours will be required to take a minimum of 40 credits in Sport Science at FHEQ Level 4 and 120 credits overall, 80

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credits at FHEQ Level 5 and 120 credits overall, and 120 credits at FHEQ Level 6, including the 40 credit Research Project. The remaining 40 FHEQ Level 5 credits may be selected either from the programme or from the wider University curriculum.

Students following the BUES route must take the five prescribed modules (100 credit core) at each of levels 5 and 6, choosing one discipline in which to specialise at level 6. They choose one option in addition to the core modules.

FHEQ Level 4Single Honours students (including those on the BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (BUES) route) must acquire 120 credits from the Sport Science programme at FHEQ Level 4.

‘Foundation’ – IntroductionCode Title No. of

creditsSem of delivery

Module status (core, option)

SPS4000 Introduction to Research 20 1 CoreSPS4011 Physiology of Exercise 20 2 CoreSPS4023 Introduction to Sport

Psychology & Skill Acquisition

20 1 Core

SPS4041 Basic Biomechanics 20 2 CoreSPS4052 Sport Performance 20 2 CoreSPS4032 Sport, Culture and Society 20 1 Core

FHEQ Level 5 Single Honours students (including those on the BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (BUES) route) must acquire a minimum of 80 credits of Sport Science or approved Sport Science related modules at FHEQ Level 5 including core modules. Single Honours students must choose at least three of the four Core Option modules.

‘Honours’ – Theory into PracticeCode Title No. of

credits

Sem of delivery

Module status (core, option)

SPS5000 Research Methods 20 2 CoreSPS5011 Physiology of Training 20 1 Core for

BUES/ Core option for non-BUES

SPS5021 Social Psychology of Sport 20 2 Core for BUES/

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Core option for non-BUES

SPS5041 Sports Biomechanics 20 1 Core for BUES/ Core option for non-BUES

STC5001 Science in Practice 20 2 Core for BUES

SPS5031 Sport, Power and Deviance 20 1 Core option for non-BUES/ option for BUES

SPS5032 Theories in Sport Sociology 20 2 OptionSCS5023 Skill Acquisition I 20 1 OptionSCS5043 Notational Analysis 20 2 OptionSTC5003 Muscle Physiology 20 2 OptionSingle Honours (non-BUES) students may choose the below module

WPL5056 Contributing to Community 20 1 OptionWPL5057 Contributing to Community 20 2 OptionWPL5031A Experience and

Employment in Education 20 1/2 Option

WPL5031B Experience and Employment in Education

20 1/2 Option

WPL5054 Experience and Employment in Business

20 1 Option

WPL50455 Experience and Employment in Business

20 2 Option

WPL5053A Experience and Employment in Sport

20 1/2 Option

WPL5053B Experience and Employment in Sport

20 1/2 Option

SPS5013 Ergogenic Aids in Sport 20 1 Option for non-BUES

STC5001 Science in Practice 20 2 Option for non-BUES

FHEQ Level 6Single Honours students (including those on the BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (BUES) route) must acquire 120 credits from the Sport Science programme at FHEQ Level 6.

‘Honours’ - Applications Issues and ResearchCode Title No. of

creditsSem of delivery

Module status (core, option)

SPS6001 Research Project 40 1/2 CoreEither STC6001 OR STC6007

Organisation of Training OR Management of

20 1/2 Core Option for

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Specific Populations BUESSingle Honours BUES students should take both modules from the following pairs in the discipline of their research project.Single Honours non-BUES students should take the first semester module below in the discipline of their research project.Physiology PhysiologySPS6011 Applied Sport and

Exercise Physiology 20 1 Core paired

modules for BUES

Core paired module for non-BUES

SPS6012 Environmental Physiology

20 2 Core paired modules for BUES

Option module for non-BUES

Psychology PsychologySPS6083 Applied Sport

Psychology20 1 Core paired

modules for BUES

Core paired module for non-BUES

SCS6022 Skill Acquisition II 20 2 Core paired modules for BUES

Option module for non-BUES

Socio-cultural Aspects

Socio-cultural Aspects

SPS6031 Sporting Lives 20 1 Core paired modules for BUES

Core paired module for non-BUES

SPS6032 Sports, Media & Representation

20 2 Core paired modules for BUES

Option module for non-BUES

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Biomechanics BiomechanicsSPS6043 Experimental

Biomechanics 20 1 Core paired

modules for BUES

Core paired module for non-BUES

SPS6042 Applied Biomechanics 20 2 Core paired modules for BUES

Option module for non-BUES

SCS6042 Performance Analysis 20 1 OptionSPS6081A/B Professional

Observation20 ½ Option

SPS6082 Issues in Sport, Health & Exercise

20 2 Option

STC6001 Organisation of Training 20 1 Option module for non-BUES

STC6007 Management of Specific Populations

20 2 Option module for non-BUES

WPL6010 Managing in the Workplace

20 1 Option

WPL6020 The Enterprising Workplace

20 1 Option

BSc Combined HonoursFHEQ Level 4

Code Title No. of credits

Sem of delivery

Module status (core, option)

SPS4000 Introduction to Research or equivalent

20 1 Core

SPS4011 Physiology of Exercise 20 2 Core optionSPS4023 Introduction to Sport

Psychology & Skill Acquisition

20 1 Core option

SPS4041 Basic Biomechanics 20 2 Core optionSPS4032 Sport, Culture and Society 20 1 Core option

Option Modules

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Any not taken as core from the core options

FHEQ Level 5Combined Honours students must choose at least one of the four core option modules below.

Code Title No. of credits

Sem of delivery

Module status (core, option)

SPS5000 Research Methods (or equivalent research module from joint honours combination programme)

20 2 Option

SPS5011 Physiology of Training 20 1 Core option

SPS5021 Social Psychology of Sport 20 2 Core option

SPS5041 Sports Biomechanics 20 1 Core option

SPS5031 Sport, Power and Deviance

20 1 Core option

SPS5032 Theories in Sport Sociology

20 2 Option

SCS5022/SCS5023

Skill Acquisition I 20 1 Option

SCS5042 /SCS5043

Notational Analysis 20 2 Option

STC5003 Muscle Physiology 20 2 OptionWPL5056 Contributing to Community 20 1 OptionWPL5057 Contributing to Community 20 2 Option

WPL5031A Experience and Employment in Education

20 1/2 Option

WPL5031B Experience and Employment in Education

20 1/2 Option

WPL5054 Experience and Employment in Business

20 1 Option

WPL50455 Experience and Employment in Business

20 2 Option

WPL5053A Experience and Employment in Sport

20 1/2 Option

WPL5053B Experience and Employment in Sport

20 1/2 Option

SPS5013 Ergogenic Aids in Sport 20 1 Option for non-BUES

STC5001 Science in Practice 20 2 Option for non-BUES

FHEQ Level 6Combined honours students undertaking a research project in Sport Science should take the module below in the discipline of their research project.

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Code Title No. of credits

Sem of delivery

Module status (core, option)

CoresSPS6001 Research Project* 40 1/2 CorePhysiologySPS6011 Applied Sport and

Exercise Physiology 20 1/2 Core

PsychologySPS6083 Applied Sport

Psychology20 1/2 Core

Socio-cultural AspectsSPS6031 Sporting Lives 20 1/2 Core

Biomechanics BiomechanicsSPS6043 Experimental

Biomechanics 20 1/2 Core

OptionsSPS6012 Environmental

Physiology20 1/2 Option

SCS6022 Skill Acquisition II 20 1/2 OptionSPS6032 Sports, Media &

Representation20 1/2 Option

SPS6042 Applied Biomechanics 20 1/2 OptionSCS6042 Performance Analysis 20 1/2 OptionSPS6081A/B Professional

Observation20 1/2 Option

SPS6082 Issues in Sport, Health & Exercise

20 1/2 Option

STC6001 Organisation of Training 20 1 OptionSTC6007 Management of Specific

Populations20 2 Option

WPL6010 Managing in the Workplace

20 1 Option

WPL6020 The Enterprising Workplace

20 1 Option

(*equals/minors may take in other programme)

25 Work placements or study abroad

Students may choose one 20 credit work based learning module at FHEQ level 5 (WPL5010 Contributing to the Community or WPL5031/40/51 Experience and Employment in Education/Business/Sport) and at FHEQ level 6 (WPL6010 Managing in the Workplace or WPL6020 The Enterprising Workplace).

26 Links to industry and employability

EmployabilityThe currency and vocational relevance of the programme have been enhanced through consultation with employers such as the EIS, London Marathon, London Irish and Harlequins rugby clubs, Watford and Fulham football clubs, as well as

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our links with BASES.

We have worked closely with the Careers Service to provide relevant careers advice and workshops. The uptake of these opportunities has increased year on year especially as at least one a year is provided during timetabled sessions, in addition some sessions are provided during PDP week. Attendance during this week has been improved by requiring students to attend a meeting with their academic tutor for the return of assessment marks and the opportunity to discuss feedback.

The structure of the programme allows students to choose to undertake work experience at levels 5 and 6; this had proved to be successful in the previous programme. Alternatively, the module Professional Observation requires students to critically evaluate practice in an applied sports setting. This module has received excellent feedback from external examiners as it provides a vocational context for the students’ learning.

27 Programme awards

This programme conforms to the University Academic Regulations .

In order to achieve the BSc Sport Science students must attain 360 credits, including at least 120 credits at FHEQ Level 6 and not more than 120 credits at FHEQ Level 5.

Requirements for BA/BSc Joint Honours Programmes of Study At FHEQ Levels 4 and 5 (Years 1 and 2) students on a 20/40 credit programme must take at least 40 credits in each of their chosen subjects including any core requirements, and at least 120 credits overall. Where subjects do not specify additional requirements, 40 credits may be taken as options in either subject or from other subjects. At FHEQ Level 6 (Year 3) students on a 20/40 credit programme must take 120 credits overall plus the core requirements of any major or equals route as set out below.

Students must take sufficient credit at FHEQ Level 5 (Year 2) and FHEQ Level 6 (Year 3) for the routes that they have chosen as follows:

20/40 Credit Programmes Equals route: Joint Honours students who are aiming for an award in Subject A and Subject B must take at least 40 credits in each subject at FHEQ Level 5 and at least 40 credits in each subject at FHEQ Level 6 including any core requirements.

'Equalling' in Sport ScienceStudents wishing to follow a combined honours programme leading towards the BSc degree in Sport Science and another subject ('equalling') will be required to accumulate no fewer than 40 Sport Science credits at FHEQ Level 5, and no fewer than 40 Sport Science credits at FHEQ Level 6.

Major route: Joint Honours students aiming for an award in Subject A with Subject B must take at least 40 credits in Subject A at FHEQ Level 5 and at least 100 credits at FHEQ Level 6.

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‘Majoring' in Sport ScienceStudents wishing to follow a combined honours programme leading towards the BA/BSc degree in Sport Science with another subject ('majoring') will be required to accumulate no fewer than 40 credits from the Sport Science programme at FHEQ Level 5, and at least 80 Sport Science credits at FHEQ Level 6. All students who follow this programme will be expected to complete a 40 credit research project in Sport Science at FHEQ Level 6.

Minor route: Joint Honours students aiming for an award in Subject A with Subject B must take at least 40 credits in Subject B at FHEQ Level 5. A further 20 credits must be taken in Subject B at either FHEQ Level 5 or FHEQ Level 6 such that they have at least 60 credits in Subject B overall.

'Minoring' in Sport ScienceStudents wishing to follow a combined honours programme leading towards the BA/BSc degree in another subject with Sport Science will be required to accumulate no fewer than 40 Sport Science credits at FHEQ Level 5 and, provided that the total of such credits at Levels 5 and 6 is not less than 60, all credits may be at FHEQ Level 5.

Providing students have fulfilled the core requirements and the overall credit requirements for the programme of study they have chosen, students may take 40 credits at FHEQ Level 5 and FHEQ Level 6 in optional modules from either of their subjects or take modules from other subjects, subject to any prerequisites provided in these Subject Requirements.

PART 3 – TEACHING, LEARNING & ASSESSMENT

28 Programme teaching and learning strategies

Research Informed TeachingAll teaching is underpinned by scholarship and research. During progression through the levels of the degree the emphasis shifts away from textbooks to recent research articles. This is reflected in how material is presented in lectures and other teaching sessions and also in our expectations of students. Level 4 tends to be underpinned by more established theory and knowledge, whereas level 5 is based on published research, and level 6 requires critical evaluation of that research, culminating in the final year independent research project. Many modules involve data collection and analysis, the interpretation of published research, and discussion of results in the context of that research. There is also a core research module at each level which supports research informed teaching throughout the programme, and prepares students for their final year project. These modules cover all aspects of the research process, research methods, and data analysis.

All of the teaching team are involved in research and scholarly activity, and their specialised research interests are included in the curriculum as appropriate. Students are encouraged to take part in research projects whenever possible - including those of staff as well as projects undertaken by other students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

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Teaching and Learning Strategies and MethodsCore knowledge and understanding (learning outcomes 1-4) is acquired via lectures, practicals, seminars and guided independent study.

Cognitive skills (learning outcomes 5-8) are promoted via lectures, practicals, group discussions, individual tutorials and guided independent study.

Practical skills (learning outcomes 9-13) are promoted through practical work including individual, group and class activities.

Key skills (learning outcomes 14-17) are promoted throughout the programme in practicals, seminars, lectures and guided independent study.

29 Programme assessment strategy

Strategy for AssessmentIn line with the School's Teaching and Learning Strategy, the intention is to ensure that students are exposed to a range of assessment methods no matter which selection of modules is studied. Details of the assessment for each module are provided for students in module guides and posted on SimmsCAPital (MyModules). All assessments are designed to demonstrate achievement of stated module learning outcomes. Assessment criteria are published for each module in line with the University Assessment Criteria. These are available to students in the student handbook.

Assessment for the programme is through examination, coursework or a combination of both. There is a variety of coursework including essays, laboratory reports, oral and poster presentations. Examinations include seen and unseen written papers, practical and oral exams. There are opportunities for students to undertake formative tasks in most modules and guidelines on draft coursework are published in each module guide. Some modules have specific formative tasks, and these are indicated in the relevant module outlines. Broad guidelines for assessment loads have been agreed but there may be some variation in recognition of the particular demands of different types of work, for example lab reports may demand higher word counts. There is also the option to combine assessment modes in keeping with the University guidelines. The assessment components of the modules have been considered in relation to the general aims of the programme and the more specific aims and learning outcomes of modules, in particular to reflect the practical and applied nature of some modules.

In accordance with the modular scheme, written examination assessment is carried out at the end of the semester in which the module is delivered. Other modes of assessment are staggered, where possible, throughout each semester. Results are made available to students prior to starting the following semester.

Assessment Submission and FeedbackAll coursework is submitted by means of a secure handing in system. Students are also required to submit an electronic copy of their coursework to the software programme ‘Turnitin’ which is used to detect cases of plagiarism from other sources. The School won the St Henry Walpole Prize for excellence in learning and teaching for the management of coursework. The sport-related programmes

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won the same prize in another year for the expansion of formative assessments such that most modules now have an element of formative assessment. Many module convenors provide opportunities for students to receive formative feedback, and students are encouraged to transfer their learning across modules where it is relevant. To this end, the mark sheets include a section for student self-reflection.

Feedback on written examinations is made available to students prior to starting the following semester. Feedback on all other assessments is provided within three weeks by means of a standard marking criteria sheet. Some modules utilise electronic feedback which students receive via their student e-mail account, or via simmsCAPital. The programme uses marking criteria sheets for all pieces of assessment which detail how marks were derived and identify areas for improvement. The marking criteria sheets are included in module guides which are available electronically through simmsCAPital, from the start of each semester. The marking criteria sheets have been regularly commended by external examiners.

The School places great emphasis on the monitoring and evaluation of the effectiveness of assessment strategies and module convenors review the assessment pattern annually.

PART 4 – UNIVERSITY SUPPORT

30 Student support and guidance

We have a dedicated Student Centre in the heart of the University. Our aim is to assist, guide and support students throughout their period of study.  The Student Wellbeing Service provides personal 1-1 Counselling in addition to group workshops such as mindfulness. The Disability Service includes both physical disabilities and learning support such as Dyslexia. Mental Health Advisors and Mentors together with an on-site Health Centre. Our Student Life and Guidance Team includes; the Accommodation Services, Student Funding, Pastoral Care & Advice & Guidance. Each student is allocated a Personal Tutor who can assist with any academic advice and support with any personal issues.

31 Quality management arrangements

This programme aligns with the quality assurance requirements of St Mary’s University through the following processes:

Five yearly cycle of revalidation Ongoing monitoring through the Programme Review process Programme Boards Consideration of marks and graduate profiles at Exam Boards Engagement with programme student representatives Engagement with approved external examiners

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