University of Glasgow
Academic Standards Committee
Minute of Meeting held on Thursday 21 May 2015 at 9:30 AM in Room 214, Mathematics Building, University Gardens
Ms Helen Butcher, Dr Gordon Curry, Professor Mr Cal Davies, Professor Neil Evans, Professor Tom Guthrie (Convener), Mr Matthew Hastings, Mr Fred Hay (vice Mr John Marsh), Professor Bob Hill, Dr Martin Macauley, Dr Niall MacFarlane, Dr Anna Morgan-Thomas, Dr Anna O'Neill.
In Attendance:Mrs Lesley Fielding, Ms Gemma Gratton, Dr Niall MacFarlane, Dr Chris Yeomans (for item ASC/2014/63).
Apologies:Dr Jack Aitken, Professor John Briggs, Professor Christine Edwards, Professor Douglas Macgregor, Ms Dawn McKenzie, Dr Charlotte Methuen, Professor Kevin O'Dell, Dr Allison Orr, Ms Anna Phelan, Ms Joanne Ramsey, Dr Bryony Randall, Dr Helen Stoddart.
The minutes of the previous meeting of 17 April 2015 were approved as a correct record.
The Convener advised members that a paper entitled 'Marking Using the Code of Assessment' had been circulated to Heads of School for dissemination and discussion with staff members. The Convener proposed that further correspondence should be sent to Schools in the autumn inviting them to discuss this paper and the application of the Code of Assessment.
Action: Clerk
Dr Chris Yeomans, Head of International Affairs, Recruitment and International Office (RIO) provided an update on the progress of the Business Improvement Review outlined at the ASC meeting of 23 May 2014. Members were advised that, since the last discussion, a broader strategic platform had been developed in addition to the Business Improvement Review.
Dr Yeomans highlighted the following developments:
The Study Abroad and Exchange Team (SAET) had been relocated from Admissions to International Affairs within RIO. This has served to align mobility more closely with the internationalisation agenda and would assist the University's objective of increasing mobility by twenty percent by 2020. A strategic initiative had been the appointment of the International Dean for Mobility, Professor Jim Murdoch.
Two key initiatives introduced were the restructuring of hubs which would be reduced to ten hubs. This would not limit student choice but would serve to make the overseas experience more attractive and to enhance the quality of the experience which would be more easily achieved with a smaller number of institutions. The system would be piloted with the Universities of Amsterdam and Lund.
With regard to the pilots initiative, Dr Yeomans acknowledged that, in order to increase the number of placements available, more engagement at subject level would be required. This would enable students to have a strong connection with a Mobility Adviser and the pilot with subject areas would offer a more diverse range of options such as short-term mobility opportunities.
In order to meet the requirements of the Business Improvement Review, the following specific measures have been undertaken:
- Redesign of web interface supporting international mobility to make the information more accessible to users. The longer term aim would be to create a 1-stop shop mobility portal offering a wide range of opportunities such as summer schools;
- Alignment of processes and deadlines which offered an online application for outgoing International Exchange students. The Erasmus application was restructured along the lines of the International Exchange Application and the Study Abroad and Exchange Team aimed to have both processes online using the same application portal in 2015;
- The development of Mobility software. This may be an off-the-shelf software or in-house development;
- Introduction of a systematic approach to the review of agreements to reduce the large numbers of current mobility agreements, from 300 to approximately 100 active agreements. There would be a systematic process of approval being signed off by the Vice-Principal (Internationalisation);
- Simplification of the enrolment process. The previous enrolment process of one-to-one meetings with students had been replaced by pre-approval of classes by mobility coordinators and would commence in June;
- Improving mechanisms for capturing data on the student experience at overseas partners.
Members noted the update and the following issues were clarified:
- The initiatives were applicable to both undergraduate and taught postgraduate programmes, although it was noted that the majority of students involved in International Exchange and Study Abroad were at undergraduate level;
- There were exchange opportunities across all subject areas.
The issue of funding was raised and members were advised that, whilst funding was a constant challenge, a number of initiatives were underway to secure additional funding.
The Convener enquired about the resources available to support the new processes particularly as the SAET was a small unit dealing with large number of students. ASC was advised the issue of resourcing had been recognised, particularly in comparison with other Higher Education Institutions many of whom had much larger teams. SAET had secured an additional full-time post and received additional support from International Affairs. In response to a query regarding review of agreements with other institutions, Dr Yeomans confirmed that the agreements with other institutions were reviewed every two years and that the new processes incorporated monitoring and review of agreements.
ASC noted the paper from the meeting of the Deans of Graduate Studies and the Deans of Learning and Teaching which identified a number of areas, in relation to the training of Graduate School Assistants (GTAs) that required further consideration:
- Local level management of School/subject training and the possibility that this may benefit from the introduction of guidelines;
- Role of Graduate School in developing PGR teaching and related skills through GTA work;
- Possible adaptation of the College of Arts' GTA policy for dissemination to other College.
Members noted that a further meeting would be arranged and requested that an update be provided to the October meeting of ASC.
Action: Clerk
The Convener of the Academic Regulations Sub-Committee (ARSC) presented the report from ARSC which presented three issues for consideration.
Proposed Single Assessment Schedule
ARSC proposed that from 2016-17 Schedules A and B should be combined into one assessment schedule under which the choice would be made as to whether each assessment would be graded on the 22-point alphanumeric scale or by using only a primary grade. The Convener of ARSC advised members that it was the intention to map Schedule B onto the Schedule A aggregation scale at the top end of the bands.
Mr Fred Hay, the General Council representative, expressed concern regarding the loss of the basic principles approved by Senate during the development of Schedule B, including the requirement that there should be no situation where competency could be compensated by knowledge. Mr Hay also expressed concern that any use of the upper limit in terms of classes would be an infringement of the premise and that it was inappropriate for aggregation to be used for Schedule B.
Dr O'Neill noted that, in a professional programmes context, Schedule B was used to assess competence within clinical practice and that the competency element was key for professional bodies and the public. Additionally, Dr O'Neill advised that it was advantageous for students to be able to achieve the maximum mark. Professor Evans outlined the practical difficulties that running two schedules presented such as the requirement for a single course for one year to report two grades.
The Convener advised that it was possible to avoid knowledge overriding competence by imposing a requirement for a grade D3 or better as a prerequisite for either attaining a grade D3 overall for a course or obtaining credit for that course.
Further to this discussion, ASC agreed to ARSC's proposal to combine Schedules A and B into a single assessment schedule.
Action: Clerk, ARSC
Manifest Prejudice of Performance in Good Cause Claims
ASC was asked to consider ARSC's view that no amendment to the regulations on Incomplete Assessment and Good Cause was required in relation to assessments where limited evidence was available on which to base a judgement of 'manifest prejudice' to performance. ASC agreed with ARSC that the current regulations were adequate; however members considered that it would be helpful for the Guide to the Code of Assessment to be revised to clarify any possible ambiguity.
Action: Clerk, ARSC
Classification of PGT degrees
At the February 2015 meeting of ASC, ARSC was asked to consider an issue identified in the College of Arts Annual Monitoring Summary which requested that 'students might qualify for consideration in the zone of discretion based on the calculation of the average of both coursework and the dissertation'. Further to this request ARSC considered the issue of PGT regulations concerning the award of merit and distinction with particular reference to weak early performance in the taught component. After due consideration, ARSC was not persuaded that any modification to the rules should be proposed. ASC agreed with this view.
ASC/2014/66.1.1 College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences
ASC was pleased to note that the College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences had now met the conditions set by the PAG and therefore the following were approved for introduction in 2015.
BSc (Hons)/MSci Human Biology
BSc (Hons) Human Biology & Nutrition
ASC/2014/66.1.2 College of Science & Engineering
ASC was pleased to note that the College of Science & Engineering had now met the conditions set by the PAG and therefore the following were approved for introduction in 2015.
BEng (Hons) Electronics & Electrical Engineering with Communications (Joint Educational Programme with UESTC)
BSc (Hons)/MA (Hons)/MA (SocSci) (Hons) in Psychological Studies combined with another subject
BEng (Hons) Electronics & Electrical Engineering (Joint Educational Programme with UESTC)
The PAG has recommended each of the following programmes, subject to satisfactory outcome of the actions identified in the report.
MSc Land & Hydrographic Surveying with Work Placement
The College had advised this programme would not be introduced until 2016-17.
Actions will be taken forward by College administrative staff and progress monitored by the Clerk of the Programme Approval Group.
ASC/2014/66.1.3 College of Social Sciences
ASC was pleased to note that the College of Social Sciences had now met the conditions set by the PAG and therefore the following were approved for introduction in 2015.
MA (Social Sciences) with Honours in Central & East European Studies with Quantitative Methods
MA (Social Sciences) with Honours in economic & Social History with Quantitative Methods
MA (Social Sciences) with Honours in Politics with Quantitative Methods
MA (Social Sciences) with Honours in Social & Public Policy with Quantitative Methods
MSc Enhanced Practice in Education
The PAG could not recommend approval of the following programme at present:
MAcc Professional Pathway I
ASC noted that an amended proposal had been submitted to the PAG Convener for consideration. If recommended for approval, the proposal will be sent to the Clerk of Senate and the Convener of ASC for final approval under summer powers on behalf of ASC
Action: Convener of ASC and Clerk of Senate
ASC noted the observations of the PAG and confirmed its recommendations.
Under fast-track arrangements, the Convener of ASC and the Clerk of Senate had agreed that the following programmes could be submitted for approval outwith the standard approval timescales.
College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences
BSc/MSc Veterinary Biosciences (Major Change)
College of Social Sciences
CREATe MSc
PG Diploma in School leadership & Management (Major Change)
MRes Management (New)
This item was withdrawn from the agenda
At the October 2014 meeting of ASC, it had been agreed that the guidance provided to Schools/Subject Areas regarding the Self Evaluation Report (SER), submitted as part of the Periodic Subject Review process (PSR), should be limited to 15-20 pages. ASC considered the paper, submitted by Mrs Catherine Omand, detailing the length of individual SERs for Academic Year 2014-15. Of the seven SERs submitted, the length of the SER ranged from 20 to 80 pages, with an average of 43 pages. ASC noted that, whilst a short concise SER was beneficial to the PSR Review Panel, there were a number of influences and factors which required more detailed consideration and hence there was concern that stipulating a specific length could be restrictive. Additionally, feedback from the Academic Development Unit suggested that the current recommended SER length was not adequate. Three options were proposed:
- The recommended length should be removed from the guidelines;
- The recommended length should be increased to 30-35 pages;
- Include an additional statement to the guidelines recommending a length of 15-20 pages but acknowledging it could be necessary to exceed this.
ASC considered the data provided and noted the substantial variation in the SERs. Further to this, ASC agreed that option 2, which increased the length to 30-35 pages, should be adopted. Additionally, ASC agreed that the guidance notes should advise Schools/Subject Areas that, in the event that the recommended number of pages was exceeded, an explanation should be provided by the School/Subject Area as to why this was necessary.
Action: Senate Office
ASC/2014/67.2.1 Chemistry
ASC received the report of the Chemistry PSR held on 5 March 2015. The Report identified 6 Commendations and 10 Recommendations.
The PSR reviewer, Dr Anna O'Neill, advised that the Commendations and Recommendations were entirely appropriate. However, Dr O'Neill considered Recommendation 3, which requested more training for GTAs, should also include item 5.3.7 which drew attention to the need for more staff feedback to GTAs.
The Convener drew ASC's attention to the ongoing issue of shortage of available space, as outlined in items 5.4.4 and 5.4.5, and the impact it had on staff and student recruitment, including the effect on research and recruitment, and recommended that this issue be forwarded to EdPSC for consideration. An update should be provided to the February 2016 meeting of ASC.
Action: Senate Office
ASC/2014/67.3.1 Computing Science
ASC received the 12-month update report from the review of Computing Science which detailed the responses and the progress made to date in implementing the recommendations. ASC noted that the Convener considered the recommendations had been given reflective and thorough consideration and commended the School, in particular, the Head of School, for the actions taken following the Review. The ASC reviewers were satisfied that the actions taken to address Recommendations 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, and 14 appeared to be reasonable and appropriate. It was agreed that reports on further progress should be requested in relation to the following recommendations for the November meeting of ASC:
Recommendation 4: College Plan for the introduction of additional staff in support of the Transforming Research Management TRM process and for a Teaching Administrator, possibly to be shared between Physics & Astronomy and Chemistry;
Recommendation 5: Development of a sustainable upgrading model that would secure appropriate PC facilities;
Recommendation 11: Revision of approach to student mobility.
Dr O'Neill drew ASC's attention to the Head of School's response to Recommendation 8 which advised that a handbook for GTAs had been created which provided more information about all school processes and recommended that this be used as an example of Good Practice.
Action: Senate Office
ASC/2014/67.3.2 Economic & Social History
ASC received the 12-month update report from the review of Economic and Social History which detailed the responses and the progress made to date in implementing the recommendations. ASC noted that the actions taken to address Recommendations 1, 2 and 4 appeared to be reasonable and appropriate. The ASC reviewers considered that the Subject Area should be congratulated on the increased numbers of students on the Levels 1 and 2 courses and, notably, at postgraduate level.
The Convener of the Review Panel, with regard to Recommendation 3, wished to receive confirmation that the Subject had implemented a process for verifying that GTAs had attended the statutory training. ASC agreed and an update on Recommendation 3 should be submitted to the October meeting of ASC.
Action: Senate Office
ASC/2014/67.3.3 Philosophy
ASC received the 12-month update report from the review of Philosophy which detailed the responses and the progress made to date in implementing the recommendations. ASC noted that the actions taken to address Recommendations 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21 and 22 appeared to be reasonable and appropriate. It was agreed that reports on further progress should be requested in relation to the following recommendations to the February 2016 meeting of ASC:
Recommendation 7: Update requested further to pending College discussion to consider the balance between essays and exams at Honours levels.
Recommendations 11 and 13: The matter of the SSR appeared to be unresolved and it was not evident that there were any plans by School or College to address this issue. No response had been submitted by the Head of School. ASC considered that further discussion at College level regarding the staffing issues was required and requested an update from the College and Head of School.
Recommendation 13: The situation with regards to securing an adequate budget for the provision of GTAs does not appear to have been resolved. No response had been received from the Head of School. ASC considered that there needs to be further discussion between School and College to establish a sustainable teaching plan for the delivery of Level 1 and 2 Philosophy courses. ASC requested that an update be provided from the Heads of School, Subject and College.
Action: Senate Office
ASC/2014/67.3.4 Sociology
ASC received the 12-month update report from the review of Sociology which detailed the responses and the progress made to date in implementing the recommendations. ASC noted that the Convener considered that the responses to 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16 and 17 had been given full and appropriate consideration. The ASC reviewers considered that, generally, the responses were very good. An update was requested for the following Recommendations to the October meeting of ASC:
Recommendation 7: ASC noted that the recommendation referred to the PGR Generic research course. As PSR addressed PGT issues, a response should be requested from the Head of Subject on the PGT perspective.
Recommendation 15: With regard to Student Mobility, there had been no response from RIO or the Director of International Mobility. Responses should be requested.
Action: Senate Office
ASC/2014/67.3.5 Theology & Religious Studies
ASC received the 12-month update report from the review of Theology & Religious Studies which detailed the responses and progress made, to date, in implementing the recommendations. ASC noted that the actions taken to address Recommendations 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9, 10, 12 and 14 appeared to be reasonable and appropriate. ASC's view was sought with regard to the suggestion that Recommendation 13 should be brought to the attention of the Student Learning Service and Learning and Teaching Centre.
ASC requested an update for the following Recommendations for the November meeting:
Recommendation 5: Update requested on the establishment of closer links with other institutions in relation to student internationalisation.
Recommendation 7: Update on the review of provision for GTAs and on the informal shadowing scheme.
Recommendation 11: ASC advised that, with regard to the timing of materials being made available on Moodle, the Subject Area should seek assistance from the Learning and Teaching Centre (L&TC). ASC also noted that it was not appropriate for certain materials to be made available only to students with disabilities and that the Subject Area should consult L&TC also on this issue.
Recommendation 13: ASC concurred that this recommendation should be drawn to the attention of the Learning and Teaching Centre with an update provided.
Action: Senate Office
ASC/2014/67.4.1 Celtic & Gaelic
ASC was satisfied with the responses supplied to Recommendations 1, 2 and 10. However, no response had been received to Recommendation 6 and ASC requested an update for the October meeting.
Action: Senate Office
ASC/2014/67.4.2 Open Studies
ASC was satisfied with the response to Recommendation 2 which outlined the establishment of the Centre's Learning and Teaching Committee and the Board of Studies. A further update was requested for Recommendation 4 regarding the timescale for the refurbishment of the Art Room to the October meeting of ASC.
Action: Senate Office
ASC/2014/67.4.3 School of Physics & Astronomy
ASC received the response to Recommendation 2 regarding the need for investment in the Kelvin Building for disabled access. ASC welcomed the identification of the Kelvin Building as a major refurbishment under the capital plan and the identification of a project Board. As the improvements to the disabled access to the building, including the Common Room, would form part of this brief and in view of the importance of compliance with the Equality Act, ASC requested an update on the development of the brief at the October meeting of ASC.
Action: Senate Office
At the February meeting of ASC it was agreed that a Short Life Working Group (SLWG) on Translation of Grades from Study Abroad should be formed. Accordingly, the SLWG met on 5 May 2015 and made a number of recommendations which ASC was invited to consider:
- Glasgow University (GU) students should be given credit for Study Abroad (SA) and that the grades for individual courses taken during the time abroad should be translated to GU grades and recorded on the transcript;
- Translated SA grades should count towards both entry to honours and final classification;
- University level conversion tables should be created to be published on the web, for internal use only;
- College grade conversion committees and an equivalent University level conversion committee (under the auspices of ASC) should be formed to review and approve conversion tables and approve requests from Schools/Subjects to depart from the university tables with good cause;
- Whatever grade is reported to GU from the host institution, that grade should be accepted and translated.
- SA grades should count as any other GU grade would on the particular student's home, GU degree;
- Both deficiencies in the assessment process and good cause abroad would be dealt with by the host institution and the circumstances reported to the GU Board of Examiners for consideration.
The Convener advised members that it was proposed that a group, similar to ARSC, should be formed which would have oversight of all the GU conversion tables and would monitor their operation and any changes made to them. Key factors in the success of the process would be to ensure there were adequate resources available for the collation and analysis of information. These would be particularly important in relation to providing reassurance to students and to Enhancement-led Institutional Review (ELIR) that the processes were fair and robust. Members were advised that the issue of how student grades would be recorded on transcripts was still to be resolved. Mr Davies and Professor Murdoch were currently developing comprehensive guidance for students on the operation of conversion which would be available shortly.
The Convener confirmed that the Good Cause Policy in operation at the University would be applicable to SA students in cases where matters relating to good cause had not been resolved during the period of SA. ASC approved the recommendations.
Action: Senate Office
Further to a request from L&TC of 27 March 2015, ASC reviewed the policy on Attendance Requirements to ensure that the conditions pertaining to Attendance Requirement and ILOS were clearly documented and considered whether the policy extended or should extend to the refusal of credit (CR).
ASC noted that the issue had been identified by the College of Arts and initial discussions had focussed on grade penalties. The College had now asked for ASC's view of CR and whether a link should be demonstrated between them.
Professor Evans advised that the use of CR was essential for professional courses in satisfying the conditions of external bodies. Members discussed the most effective solution to low attendance, with one suggestion being that participation be graded participation. The Convener expressed concern about the extent to which restrictions on the award of credit related to attendance would be applied in practice, particularly in respect of honours courses. Dr Morgan-Thomas highlighted the association between attendance requirements with the issue of employability and considered that this was an important element of employability through preparing students for the working environment. However, the SRC VP for Education queried whether, in principle, it was appropriate for students to be obliged to attend seminars and highlighted the changing status of students to a more consumer-like role. In view of the complexity of the issue, ASC agreed that this matter should be referred to ARSC for further consideration.
Action: Clerk, ARSC
ASC received and noted the report of the Meeting of the Joint Board of the University of Glasgow and Christies' Education. The membership of the Board for 2014-15 was approved.
ASC received and noted the report of the above Joint Liaison Committee. Approval was given to the proposed remit and membership of the Joint Liaison Committee for 2014-15, and for the GSA staff listed in appendix 2 of the paper as Teachers of the University.
ASC considered the following programmes:
- BDes Sound for the Moving Image
- BSc Immersive Systems
- BDes Sound for the Moving Images to be offered for Years 3 and 4 with articulation into Year 3 for HND students or for mature students with relevant experience. GSA plans to expand programmes to 4 year programme
- GSA proposes that BSc Immersive Systems follows a common structure in first 2 years of programme. Years 3 and 4 would see students specialise in 1 of 3 specialist pathways: BSc Hons Immersive Systems (User Experience)
BSc Hons Immersive Systems (Smart Technologies)
BSc Hons Immersive Systems (Visualisation)
ASC approved, in principle, the above named programmes; however, members considered that recruitment to the BDes Sound for the Moving Images in Year 3 needed to be addressed. Additionally, members were concerned that the IELTS score required was no less than 5.5 when the University's required IELTS score was no less than 6. This should be verified and amended accordingly.
Action: Academic Collaborations Office
ASC was asked to approve the following three additional named awards for the MDes in Design Innovation programme:
- MDes Design Innovation and Collaborative Creativity
- MDes Design Innovation and Interaction Design
- MDes Design Innovation and Transformation Design
However, ASC noted that there were a number of conditions that were still to be addressed and, therefore, in line with the University's policy of programme approval, ASC did not approve the awards at this time. Once the conditions have been fully satisfied, the revised proposals could be submitted and approved through summer powers.
Action: Academic Collaborations Office
ASC noted and approved the Programme and Course Amendment Policy (Major) and Course Amendment Policy (Minor).
ASC considered the proposed amendments to the Code of the Assessment. Members noted the following:
- Penalties for the Late Submission of Coursework
The amended section was highlighted but members requested that, in future, any changes are summarised within the cover sheet.
- Incomplete Assessment
The use of 'Unforeseen' was questioned and members requested clarification of this term. The document contained two references of Good Cause: illness and personal circumstances. Members considered that there should be some reflection on the wording to ensure an accurate interpretation of both terms. ASC advised that this clarification should be included in the guidance and not in the Code of Assessment.
[Clerk's Note: Further to the meeting, Senate Office advised that the term 'unforeseen' was currently used in the University's regulations. This will be revised and communicated to GSA]
- Examination and other Assessment Arrangements for Students with Disabilities
With regard to the section on Disabilities, to ensure consistency with equalities legislation, ASC recommends that the Equality and Diversity Office should be consulted on the wording of this section to ensure that it corresponds with both University policy and the Equality Act.
In view of these comments, ASC did not approve the proposed amendments to the Code of the Assessment. Once addressed, the revised document could be approved through summer powers.
Action: Academic Collaborations Office
ASC considered the report from the Periodic Review of the Mackintosh School of Architecture (MSA) and approved the revalidation of the following programmes with effect from September 2015:
- Bachelor of Architecture (Hons)
- Diploma in Architecture
- Master of Architecture by Conversion
- Master of Architectural Studies
ASC noted that the following extract from item 4.3 of the section on Erasmus was inaccurate:
'...The Review Panel was, therefore, concerned that a student's mark for the year was based on six months of study, albeit this was in line with the University of Glasgow's Regulations for exchange and study abroad.'
This section should be reworded to be consistent with University policy.
ASC noted Recommendation 8 which required MSA to reviews its regulations to address the issue whereby MSA students who failed more than 20 credits had to complete the Stage, despite successfully completing courses and retaining credit from the previous session. This had both financial implications for students and a perceived lack of parity across GSA.
Action: Academic Collaborations Office
ASC considered the report of the GSA Singapore/Singapore Institute of Technology Partnership Review. ASC noted that staff were operating with some significant constraints including staff retention issues in Singapore, large student numbers, timetabling issues and the divergent educational experiences of students. ASC also noted that an update on the School of Design's action plan would be due at the ASC meeting in May 2016
ASC noted the conditions and recommendations contained in the report, however, observed that there were a number of conditions which required amendment to Course and Programme Specifications. In future, in keeping with University policy, such conditions should be satisfied prior to validation. ASC approved the validation of the MSc, PgDip, PgCert in Agricultural Professional Practice for a six-year period with effect from session 2015-16.
Action: Academic Collaborations Office
ASC noted that a number of Sport and Tourism related degree programmes had been withdrawn from offer in the last few years as detailed in section 3.2
ASC noted and approved the revalidation of the programme BA (Hons) Sports Coaching and Development for a six-year period commencing session 2015-16.
ASC noted the responses to the conditions relating to the revalidation of programmes in the subject group Applied Science and Technology and considered that they had been satisfactorily addressed.
ASC noted the programme award and title Amendment for the BDes (Hons) Digital Culture to BA (Hons) Interaction Design and the MSc Serious Games programme to MSc Serious Games and Virtual Reality. ASC noted that these changes were for marketing purposes only and approval was delegated to GSA as a minor change.
ASC noted the update on Programme Approval and Major Programme Amendment Recommendations from 2013-14 for the MLitt Curatorial Practice (Contemporary Art) and the MLitt Fine Art Practice.
Friday 2 October 2015 (10.00 a.m. start)
Friday 13 November 2015
Friday 12 February 2016
Friday 15 April 2016
Friday 20 May 2016
The next meeting of the Academic Standards Committee will be held on Friday 2 October 2015 at 10.00 a.m. in the Melville Room.
Created by: Mrs Lesley Fielding