HSS3011 : Combined Honours Study Abroad
HSS3011 : Combined Honours Study Abroad
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Sadek Kessous
- Owning School: School X
- Teaching Location: Off Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 60 |
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 60 |
| ECTS Credits: | 60.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Pre-requisite
Modules you must have done previously to study this module
Pre Requisite Comment
Students must have passed all modules at stage 2. Permission of the DPD is required for all students undertaking this module.
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
N/A
Aims
The study abroad year enables students to:
- benefit from the experience of living in another country for an extended period but studying in English.
- reflect on and develop graduate attributes particularly adaptability, resilience, global awareness and intercultural competency.
Outline Of Syllabus
Students must apply to this study abroad year in accordance with the University application process for Study Abroad. Students should inform the Combined Honours Centre of their intention to this by the end of November of Stage 2. They will then be provided with appropriate advice and guidance during the application, preparation and pre-departure stage. This may include attendance of workshops and briefing sessions (e.g. from the International Office).
Students then study as a full time students for two semesters, taking the equivalent of 120 credits (60ECTS). The module selection will be agreed with the Module Leader. Students will have a module team member as a supervisor during the year abroad. Regular contact shall be maintained and the student is required to maintain a reflective portfolio of their experience.
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
Knowledge outcomes will vary according the modules undertaken whilst studying abroad.
Intended Skill Outcomes
To demonstrate through reflection the graduate attributes of intercultural competence, adaptability, resilience, and autonomy.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Placement/Study Abroad | Study Abroad | 1 | 1200:00 | 1200:00 | N/A |
| Total | 1200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
This will vary according to modules undertaken whilst studying abroad.
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 1 | M | 100 | Pass/Fail Assessment: See details below in Zero Weighted Pass/Fail Assessments. |
Zero Weighted Pass/Fail Assessments
| Description | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | M | Passing at least the equivalent of 90 credits on first attempt in modules studied |
| Reflective log | M | Regular formative reflections with a final summative reflection activity. |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The module is a pass / fail based on the completion of the above components. Study abroad modules taken in subjects of study should be either equivalent in level to stage 2 or 3 (at Newcastle). At least the equivalence of 80 credits should be taken in the subjects of study (allowing up to 40 credits equivalence in subjects of the student’s own choice).
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- HSS3011's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- HSS3011's past Exam Papers
General Notes
N/A
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