Though the majority of LJMU students are studying full time, a substantial number attend on a part- time basis. The UMF allows students to switch between full and part-time modes of study to take account changing circumstances.
Many students may also have left school or college several years before joining the University, gaining experience relevant to their programme through paid work and/or other activities. The UMF offers the possibility for such students to gain credit for learning experience secured between leaving school and entering the University. Such credit can contribute to the total needed for an award.
Modules
A module is a self-contained unit of learning. The expected result of undertaking a module is set out as a number of learning outcomes, which define the level of study and the number of credits to be gained. These learning outcomes are described in terms of a series of achievements.
Having devised the learning outcomes, lecturers will have decided on a suitable way of making sure that the outcomes can be achieved. Usually this involves formal teaching, such as lectures, seminars, practical sessions, tutorials and fieldwork. It will also normally include elements of less formal learning carried out by students working independently or in small groups.
Module proformas describe the type of teaching you can expect in terms of ‘Delivery’ or the number of hours scheduled for lectures and so on. The breakdown of delivery hours will differ between modules, reflecting different learning outcomes and levels of formal contact required between staff and students.
Within the UMF all learning activity on each module is assessed. You can expect to be asked to present coursework in the form of assignments, practical reports, study portfolios plus sit examinations. These help LJMU establish whether or not you have achieved the required learning outcomes for each module.
Each module is managed by a Module Leader who has devised the learning outcomes, how they will be assessed, and the method of assessment. You should consult the Module Leader if you require more information about how the module is to be organised, or if you are unclear about anything related to the module.
Types of modules
A module is put into one of two categories (Core or Option) according to its specific function. Thus a module that is core for one named route can be classified as an option for another named award. This means that students from a variety of awards may take the same module at the same time.
Within each named award, modules are classified according to their function:
• Core modules are those that are compulsory for a named award. They must be studied and passed in order to proceed to the subsequent level of the award programme.
• Option modules are those that come from within a prescribed range, specific to a named award, but where there is an element of choice. In many named awards the proportion of option modules within the prescribed area increases as you progress through the levels.
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