Undergraduate Programme Specification
BALibArts English
Academic Year 2021/22
A programme specification is required for any programme on which a student may be registered. All programmes of the University are subject to the University's Quality Assurance processes. All degrees are awarded by Queen's University Belfast.
Programme Title | BALibArts English | Final Award (exit route if applicable for Postgraduate Taught Programmes) |
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts | |||||||||||
Programme Code | ENG-BLA | UCAS Code | HECoS Code |
100065 - Liberal arts - 100 |
ATAS Clearance Required | No | |||||||||||||
Mode of Study | Full Time | |||||||||||||
Type of Programme | Single Honours | Length of Programme | Full Time - 3 Academic Year(s) | Total Credits for Programme | 360 | |||||||||
Exit Awards available |
Institute Information
Teaching Institution |
St. Mary's University College |
School/Department |
St. Mary's University College |
Quality Code Higher Education Credit Framework for England |
Level 6 |
Subject Benchmark Statements The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies |
N/A |
Accreditations (PSRB) |
Regulation Information
Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations Yes 1. Students enrol for a specific subject option. For new students enrolling, these are Business Studies, English, Irish, History, Physical Education and Religious Studies. Once enrolled it is not normally possible to transfer to another subject option. 2. They must register for modules worth 120 Level 1 CATS points and 120 Level 2 CATS points in Stages 1 and 2 respectively before proceeding to take modules leading to 120 Level 3 CATS points in Stage 3. To graduate with a BA honours degree students must receive credit for 240 CATs points at Levels 1 and 2 and at least 100 Level 3 CATS points. 3. Students will normally be required to pass or be granted credit for all modules in each stage before progressing to the next stage. However, students may, at the discretion of the Pathway Board of Examiners, be allowed to proceed from a stage if they have received credit for modules worth at least 80 CATs points at that level. Students who have not received credit for 120 Stage 1/Level 1 CATs points will not be permitted to proceed to Stage 3/Level 3. 4. Attendance at work based learning/placement activities and/or participation on other practical work outside the University College or normal teaching time will normally be a requirement of the degree course. |
Programme Specific Regulations 1. For students first enrolled on the programme prior to 2009/10 the regulations in force at the date of entry will apply and thus the following module weightings will be used when calculating the honours classification: Stage 2 40%, Stage 3 60%. |
Students with protected characteristics N/A |
Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) No |
Educational Aims Of Programme
The programme aims to develop -
an intellectual and ethical framework for living and working in tomorrow's world;
an understanding of Europe as a cultural concept and as a business environment;
knowledge and understanding in certain key areas of a selected subject;
a range of communication, practical, study, interpersonal, career management and professional skills;
so that students:
(a) are prepared for lifelong learning and professional development;
(b) are well-equipped for a range of employment opportunities at graduate level;
(c) can contribute effectively to society, and
d) can achieve personal fulfilment.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Identify, analyse and evaluate key concepts, skills and values. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Cognitive skills are developed through private study supported by lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops. Students are required to undertake a number of assignments requiring the use of these skills to varying extents dependent on the topic chosen. Students are provided with introductory seminars on various aspects of cognitive and research skills. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice. Methods of Assessment Assessment of cognitive skills makes use of written examinations, essays, reports, course-work assignments and activity-focused exercises. |
Critically analyse and discuss readings from relevant literature. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Cognitive skills are developed through private study supported by lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops. Students are required to undertake a number of assignments requiring the use of these skills to varying extents dependent on the topic chosen. Students are provided with introductory seminars on various aspects of cognitive and research skills. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice. Methods of Assessment Assessment of cognitive skills makes use of written examinations, essays, reports, course-work assignments and activity-focused exercises. |
Carry out self-evaluation and analysis of professional development needs. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Cognitive skills are developed through private study supported by lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops. Students are required to undertake a number of assignments requiring the use of these skills to varying extents dependent on the topic chosen. Students are provided with introductory seminars on various aspects of cognitive and research skills. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice. Methods of Assessment Assessment of cognitive skills makes use of written examinations, essays, reports, course-work assignments and activity-focused exercises. |
Plan and carry out an investigation using a combination of literature search and empirical inquiry. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Cognitive skills are developed through private study supported by lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops. Students are required to undertake a number of assignments requiring the use of these skills to varying extents dependent on the topic chosen. Students are provided with introductory seminars on various aspects of cognitive and research skills. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice. Methods of Assessment Assessment of cognitive skills makes use of written examinations, essays, reports, course-work assignments and activity-focused exercises. |
Make appropriate assumptions, develop hypotheses, question and verify results and produce coherent reports. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Cognitive skills are developed through private study supported by lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops. Students are required to undertake a number of assignments requiring the use of these skills to varying extents dependent on the topic chosen. Students are provided with introductory seminars on various aspects of cognitive and research skills. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice. Methods of Assessment Assessment of cognitive skills makes use of written examinations, essays, reports, course-work assignments and activity-focused exercises. |
Analyse new and/or abstract situations using a range of techniques appropriate to the subject material. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Cognitive skills are developed through private study supported by lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops. Students are required to undertake a number of assignments requiring the use of these skills to varying extents dependent on the topic chosen. Students are provided with introductory seminars on various aspects of cognitive and research skills. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice. Methods of Assessment Assessment of cognitive skills makes use of written examinations, essays, reports, course-work assignments and activity-focused exercises. |
Use bibliographical/reference skills. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Cognitive skills are developed through private study supported by lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops. Students are required to undertake a number of assignments requiring the use of these skills to varying extents dependent on the topic chosen. Students are provided with introductory seminars on various aspects of cognitive and research skills. The use of learning journals will be encouraged to promote reflective practice. Methods of Assessment Assessment of cognitive skills makes use of written examinations, essays, reports, course-work assignments and activity-focused exercises. |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Communicate effectively (in writing, verbally, electronically and by graphical representation). |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. In particular, students will be provided with tutorial support for the development of communication skills (assignments will be required to be word processed in levels 2 and 3). Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills. Methods of Assessment Assessment of transferable skills will be principally by course work exercises specifically designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio. Audits of Communication skills will be carried out. |
Make effective use of ICT and multi-media resources in data handling, problem solving, information finding, study and presentation. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. In particular, students will be provided with tutorial support for the development of communication skills (assignments will be required to be word processed in levels 2 and 3). Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills. Methods of Assessment Assessment of transferable skills will be principally by course work exercises specifically designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio. Audits of Communication skills will be carried out. |
Apply numerical skills and make effective use of numerical data. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. In particular, students will be provided with tutorial support for the development of communication skills (assignments will be required to be word processed in levels 2 and 3). Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills. Methods of Assessment Assessment of transferable skills will be principally by course work exercises specifically designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio. Audits of Communication skills will be carried out. |
Interact effectively, show leadership, and contribute productively in a team context. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. In particular, students will be provided with tutorial support for the development of communication skills (assignments will be required to be word processed in levels 2 and 3). Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills. Methods of Assessment Assessment of transferable skills will be principally by course work exercises specifically designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio. Audits of Communication skills will be carried out. |
Effectively manage and plan own work and development (including future career development). |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. In particular, students will be provided with tutorial support for the development of communication skills (assignments will be required to be word processed in levels 2 and 3). Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills. Methods of Assessment Assessment of transferable skills will be principally by course work exercises specifically designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio. Audits of Communication skills will be carried out. |
Acquire knowledge and learn in familiar and unfamiliar situations. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. In particular, students will be provided with tutorial support for the development of communication skills (assignments will be required to be word processed in levels 2 and 3). Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills. Methods of Assessment Assessment of transferable skills will be principally by course work exercises specifically designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio. Audits of Communication skills will be carried out. |
Engage in debate in a professional manner. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. In particular, students will be provided with tutorial support for the development of communication skills (assignments will be required to be word processed in levels 2 and 3). Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills. Methods of Assessment Assessment of transferable skills will be principally by course work exercises specifically designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio. Audits of Communication skills will be carried out. |
Engage with a critical community, reflecting habitually on own and others’ performance. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. In particular, students will be provided with tutorial support for the development of communication skills (assignments will be required to be word processed in levels 2 and 3). Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills. Methods of Assessment Assessment of transferable skills will be principally by course work exercises specifically designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio. Audits of Communication skills will be carried out. |
Act with initiative, determination and resourcefulness, a sense of fair play, co-operation and sharing. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. In particular, students will be provided with tutorial support for the development of communication skills (assignments will be required to be word processed in levels 2 and 3). Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills. Methods of Assessment Assessment of transferable skills will be principally by course work exercises specifically designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio. Audits of Communication skills will be carried out. |
Set objectives, focus on priorities, plan and execute project work to deadlines. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. In particular, students will be provided with tutorial support for the development of communication skills (assignments will be required to be word processed in levels 2 and 3). Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills. Methods of Assessment Assessment of transferable skills will be principally by course work exercises specifically designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio. Audits of Communication skills will be carried out. |
Produce coherent, structured and well-argued reports. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. In particular, students will be provided with tutorial support for the development of communication skills (assignments will be required to be word processed in levels 2 and 3). Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills. Methods of Assessment Assessment of transferable skills will be principally by course work exercises specifically designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio. Audits of Communication skills will be carried out. |
Analyse a complex problem and what is causing it, with others or alone, form strategies for solving that problem in different situations; effect a solution with efficiency; and evaluate the results. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. In particular, students will be provided with tutorial support for the development of communication skills (assignments will be required to be word processed in levels 2 and 3). Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills. Methods of Assessment Assessment of transferable skills will be principally by course work exercises specifically designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio. Audits of Communication skills will be carried out. |
Make moral and ethical judgements that are consciously held and defensibly maintained, identifying the key rights applying to the dignity of the human person. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Transferable/key skills are developed through active learning methods e.g. practical workshops, training sessions, problem-solving activities, self-study packages and activities related to the acquisition of other skills, knowledge and understanding. In particular, students will be provided with tutorial support for the development of communication skills (assignments will be required to be word processed in levels 2 and 3). Lectures, seminars, tutorials and associated discussion activities will be used to initiate an appreciation of affective outcomes (e.g. ethical decision-making, aesthetic awareness, global perspectives). Simulation and role play will be used to further develop these skills. Methods of Assessment Assessment of transferable skills will be principally by course work exercises specifically designed to require demonstrations of particular skills (e.g. video-recorded presentations, use of online report forms), reports and the assembly of a portfolio. Audits of Communication skills will be carried out. |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Understand a range of philosophical, economic and political frameworks for articulating an understanding of the individual in his/her social contexts. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Acquisition of core knowledge will be mainly through lectures and directed reading. Extension of knowledge and development of understanding will be promoted through seminars, tutorials and practical work where appropriate to the subject selected and directed study. Students will be encouraged to develop a range of private study techniques. Where appropriate, students will relate theoretical knowledge to work placement learning. Methods of Assessment Assessment of knowledge and understanding will make use of unseen written examinations involving short-answer and essay-style questions. Assessed coursework, including essays, assignments and presentation of portfolios, will test ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas. |
Understand the origin, development and content of a range of modern political ideologies and of key contemporary political concepts. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Acquisition of core knowledge will be mainly through lectures and directed reading. Extension of knowledge and development of understanding will be promoted through seminars, tutorials and practical work where appropriate to the subject selected and directed study. Students will be encouraged to develop a range of private study techniques. Where appropriate, students will relate theoretical knowledge to work placement learning. Methods of Assessment Assessment of knowledge and understanding will make use of unseen written examinations involving short-answer and essay-style questions. Assessed coursework, including essays, assignments and presentation of portfolios, will test ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas. |
Understand issues affecting human development. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Acquisition of core knowledge will be mainly through lectures and directed reading. Extension of knowledge and development of understanding will be promoted through seminars, tutorials and practical work where appropriate to the subject selected and directed study. Students will be encouraged to develop a range of private study techniques. Where appropriate, students will relate theoretical knowledge to work placement learning. Methods of Assessment Assessment of knowledge and understanding will make use of unseen written examinations involving short-answer and essay-style questions. Assessed coursework, including essays, assignments and presentation of portfolios, will test ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas. |
Understand contemporary issues relating to business organisation, management and practice. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Acquisition of core knowledge will be mainly through lectures and directed reading. Extension of knowledge and development of understanding will be promoted through seminars, tutorials and practical work where appropriate to the subject selected and directed study. Students will be encouraged to develop a range of private study techniques. Where appropriate, students will relate theoretical knowledge to work placement learning. Methods of Assessment Assessment of knowledge and understanding will make use of unseen written examinations involving short-answer and essay-style questions. Assessed coursework, including essays, assignments and presentation of portfolios, will test ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas. |
Understand definitions of Europe: geographical, political, economic and cultural. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Acquisition of core knowledge will be mainly through lectures and directed reading. Extension of knowledge and development of understanding will be promoted through seminars, tutorials and practical work where appropriate to the subject selected and directed study. Students will be encouraged to develop a range of private study techniques. Where appropriate, students will relate theoretical knowledge to work placement learning. Methods of Assessment Assessment of knowledge and understanding will make use of unseen written examinations involving short-answer and essay-style questions. Assessed coursework, including essays, assignments and presentation of portfolios, will test ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas. |
Understand the evolution of the European Union into a business, political and social organisation. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Acquisition of core knowledge will be mainly through lectures and directed reading. Extension of knowledge and development of understanding will be promoted through seminars, tutorials and practical work where appropriate to the subject selected and directed study. Students will be encouraged to develop a range of private study techniques. Where appropriate, students will relate theoretical knowledge to work placement learning. Methods of Assessment Assessment of knowledge and understanding will make use of unseen written examinations involving short-answer and essay-style questions. Assessed coursework, including essays, assignments and presentation of portfolios, will test ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas. |
Understand key concepts and approaches in a selected subject area. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Acquisition of core knowledge will be mainly through lectures and directed reading. Extension of knowledge and development of understanding will be promoted through seminars, tutorials and practical work where appropriate to the subject selected and directed study. Students will be encouraged to develop a range of private study techniques. Where appropriate, students will relate theoretical knowledge to work placement learning. Methods of Assessment Assessment of knowledge and understanding will make use of unseen written examinations involving short-answer and essay-style questions. Assessed coursework, including essays, assignments and presentation of portfolios, will test ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas. |
Understand methods of inquiry and organisation of knowledge in a range of academic disciplines. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Acquisition of core knowledge will be mainly through lectures and directed reading. Extension of knowledge and development of understanding will be promoted through seminars, tutorials and practical work where appropriate to the subject selected and directed study. Students will be encouraged to develop a range of private study techniques. Where appropriate, students will relate theoretical knowledge to work placement learning. Methods of Assessment Assessment of knowledge and understanding will make use of unseen written examinations involving short-answer and essay-style questions. Assessed coursework, including essays, assignments and presentation of portfolios, will test ability to gather and present relevant information and data to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in relevant areas. |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Tackle problems with incomplete information from a variety of sources and disciplines. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Subject-specific skills will be developed, as appropriate, through subject-specific practical activities and problem-solving activities presented to the students in the context of workshops, seminars, tutorials and work placement learning. In the final year, independent student work will require demonstration of these skills to varying extents, dependent on the topic chosen. Methods of Assessment Assessment of subject-specific skills will be based on coursework assignments, essays, tutorial presentations, reports, portfolios, student self-evaluation reports, observation and evaluation by teaching staff, feedback from supervisors of work placement learning and unseen written examinations. |
Use understanding of contemporary issues and their implications for human development to promote solutions which enhance peace, justice, reconciliation and democracy. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Subject-specific skills will be developed, as appropriate, through subject-specific practical activities and problem-solving activities presented to the students in the context of workshops, seminars, tutorials and work placement learning. In the final year, independent student work will require demonstration of these skills to varying extents, dependent on the topic chosen. Methods of Assessment Assessment of subject-specific skills will be based on coursework assignments, essays, tutorial presentations, reports, portfolios, student self-evaluation reports, observation and evaluation by teaching staff, feedback from supervisors of work placement learning and unseen written examinations. |
Analyse, evaluate and interpret current thinking about the role of business, culture and society in Europe. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Subject-specific skills will be developed, as appropriate, through subject-specific practical activities and problem-solving activities presented to the students in the context of workshops, seminars, tutorials and work placement learning. In the final year, independent student work will require demonstration of these skills to varying extents, dependent on the topic chosen. Methods of Assessment Assessment of subject-specific skills will be based on coursework assignments, essays, tutorial presentations, reports, portfolios, student self-evaluation reports, observation and evaluation by teaching staff, feedback from supervisors of work placement learning and unseen written examinations. |
Critically review and interpret recent research and innovations in selected study areas. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Subject-specific skills will be developed, as appropriate, through subject-specific practical activities and problem-solving activities presented to the students in the context of workshops, seminars, tutorials and work placement learning. In the final year, independent student work will require demonstration of these skills to varying extents, dependent on the topic chosen. Methods of Assessment Assessment of subject-specific skills will be based on coursework assignments, essays, tutorial presentations, reports, portfolios, student self-evaluation reports, observation and evaluation by teaching staff, feedback from supervisors of work placement learning and unseen written examinations. |
Demonstrate specific practical skills, where appropriate, in the selected subject area. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Subject-specific skills will be developed, as appropriate, through subject-specific practical activities and problem-solving activities presented to the students in the context of workshops, seminars, tutorials and work placement learning. In the final year, independent student work will require demonstration of these skills to varying extents, dependent on the topic chosen. Methods of Assessment Assessment of subject-specific skills will be based on coursework assignments, essays, tutorial presentations, reports, portfolios, student self-evaluation reports, observation and evaluation by teaching staff, feedback from supervisors of work placement learning and unseen written examinations. |
Module Information
Stages and Modules
Module Title | Module Code | Level/ stage | Credits | Availability |
Duration | Pre-requisite | Assessment |
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S1 | S2 | Core | Option | Coursework % | Practical % | Examination % | ||||||
Modern Irish Language and Literature (LA) | MCE1051 | 1 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 50% | 20% | 30% | |
Genre Study 1 (LA) | MEN1051 | 1 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 50% | 0% | 50% | |
Childhood Studies and Physical Activity (LA) | MPE1051 | 1 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 35% | 30% | 35% | |
An Introduction to Religious Studies (LA) | MRS1051 | 1 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 30% | 0% | 70% | |
Aspects of American History 1919-1969 (LA) | MMH1056 | 1 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 40% | 0% | 60% | |
Foundation Studies in Business (LA) | MBS1052 | 1 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 60% | 0% | 40% | |
The Individual in Society and at Work | MLA1003 | 1 | 30 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 65% | 0% | 35% | |
Ireland in Europe: a Study of Contexts and Concepts | MLA1004 | 1 | 30 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 40% | 0% | 60% | |
Business Studies and Professional Skills (LA) | MBS1011 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Irish and Professional Skills (LA) | MCE1011 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
English and Professional Skills (LA) | MEN1011 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
History and Professional Skills (LA) | MMH1011 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Physical Education and Professional Skills (LA) | MPE1011 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Religious Studies and Professional Skills (LA) | MRS1011 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
European Outreach LA 4 (Learning Programme) | MEO2054 | 2 | 60 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | ||
Business Management (LA) | MBS2052 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 40% | 0% | 60% | |
Business Accounting (LA) | MBS2053 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 35% | 0% | 65% | |
Effective Communication in Irish 1 (LA) | MCE2052 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 20% | 30% | 50% | |
Critical Appreciation of Modern Irish Literature 1 (LA) | MCE2053 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Ireland in Europe: Culture | MLA2005 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 70% | 30% | 0% | |
Ireland in Europe: Economy | MLA2006 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 50% | 0% | 50% | |
Movement Studies in Physical Activity 1 (LA) | MPE2052 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 15% | 15% | 70% | |
Movement Studies in Physical Activity 2 (LA) | MPE2053 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 40% | 60% | 0% | |
Introduction to the Study of the New Testament (LA) | MRS2052 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 30% | 0% | 70% | |
The nature of the Church and the celebration of the Sacraments (LA) | MRS2053 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 30% | 0% | 70% | |
Business Management & Accounting (European Outreach) | MBS2080 | 2 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 60% | 0% | 40% | ||
Modern Irish Language and Literature (European Outreach) | MCE2080 | 2 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | ||
Genre Study 2 (European Outreach) | MEN2080 | 2 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | ||
Ireland in Europe: Aspects of Culture and Economy (European Outreach) | MLA2081 | 2 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | ||
Movement Studies in Physical Education (European Outreach) | MPE2080 | 2 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 60% | 40% | 0% | ||
Introduction to the New Testament and the Sacraments (European Outreach) | MRS2080 | 2 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 30% | 0% | 70% | ||
Global Justice | MLA2010 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 40% | 10% | 50% | |
Global Justice (European Outreach) | MLA2082 | 2 | 10 | YES | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 80% | 20% | 0% | |
Business Studies and Employability (LA) | MBS2011 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Business Studies and Employability (European Outreach) | MBS2083 | 2 | 10 | YES | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Irish and Employability (LA) | MCE2011 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Irish and Employability (European Outreach) | MCE2083 | 2 | 10 | YES | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
English & Employability (LA) | MEN2011 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
English and Employability (European Outreach) | MEN2083 | 2 | 10 | YES | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
History and Employability (LA) | MMH2011 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
History and Employability (European Outreach) | MMH2083 | 2 | 10 | YES | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Physical Education and Employability (LA) | MPE2011 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Physical Education and Employability (European Outreach) | MPE2083 | 2 | 10 | YES | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Religious Studies and Employability (LA) | MRS2011 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Religious Studies and Employability (European Outreach) | MRS2083 | 2 | 10 | YES | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
European History 1914-1945 (European Outreach) | MMH2081 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Genre Study B (LA) | MEN2054 | 2 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 50% | 0% | 50% | |
European History 1914-89 (LA) | MMH2060 | 2 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 40% | 0% | 60% | |
Strategic Planning and International Marketing (LA) | MBS3054 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 50% | 0% | 50% | |
Industrial Relations and Management Information Systems (LA) | MBS3057 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Effective Communication in Irish 2 (LA) | MCE3054 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 20% | 30% | 50% | |
Critical Appreciation of Modern Irish Literature 2 (LA) | MCE3055 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Anglo-Irish Writers (LA) | MEN3054 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 30% | 0% | 70% | |
Anglo-Irish Literature: Cultural Contexts (LA) | MEN3055 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
Ireland and Europe: Unity in Diversity | MLA3009 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 75% | 25% | 0% | |
Ireland, the European Union and Global Development | MLA3010 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 35% | 15% | 50% | |
Investigations in Physical Activity 1 (LA) | MPE3054 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 30% | 0% | 70% | |
Investigations in Physical Activity 2 (LA) | MPE3055 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 30% | 70% | 0% | |
Approaches to Understanding God (LA) | MRS3054 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 30% | 0% | 70% | |
Divine Revelation and Human Response (LA) | MRS3055 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 30% | 0% | 70% | |
Entrepreneurship & Researching the Growth of Small & Medium Enterprises (LA) | MBS3059 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 50% | 0% | 50% | |
Irish in the Modern World (LA) | MCE3056 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 0% | 20% | 80% | |
Modern English and American Literature (LA) | MEN3056 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 25% | 0% | 75% | |
Investigations in Physical Activity 3 (LA) | MPE3056 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 60% | 40% | 0% | |
Liberal Arts: Work-related Learning | MLA3020 | 3 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 75% | 0% | 25% | |
Faith, Belonging and Worship in a Multi-Religious World (LA) | MRS3057 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 30% | 0% | 70% | |
Irish History 1845-1939 (LA) | MMH3060 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 30% | 0% | 70% | |
British History 1865-1939 (LA) | MMH3061 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 30% | 0% | 70% | |
The Northern Ireland Troubles 1964-1998 (LA) | MMH3062 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 30% | 0% | 70% | |
Researching Global Justice | MLA3013 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 90% | 10% | 0% | |
Education for Sustainability | MLA3014 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 30% | 20% | 50% |
Notes
MCE2052 - prerequisite MCE1051 MCE2053 - prerequisite MCE1051 MPE2052 - prerequisite MPE1051 MPE2053 - prerequisite MPE1051 MRS2052 - prerequisite MRS1051 or equivalent MRS2053 - prerequisite MRS1051 or equivalent MCE2080 - prerequisite MCE1051 or equivalent MRS2080 - prerequisite MRS1021 or equivalent
MCE3056 - prerequisite MCE1051 MMH3062 - prerequisite MMH1056