| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 60 |
| ECTS Credits: | 30.0 |
Must have passed all modules in Stage 1 of Degree Programme.
Language proficiency compulsory for Universities that do not teach in English
N/A
• To facilitate student mobility.
• To enable students to develop their foreign language skills and ability to live abroad.
• To promote a greater awareness of differences and similarities in problems of other countries.
• To encourage students to undertake academic studies with an International perspective
• To encourage students to undertake courses in subject areas not normally available in the University.
• Students should complete successfully modules worth 60 credits (30 ECTS) while abroad. It is a normal requirement that students are expected to attend lectures and practicals and complete assessed work and exams as timetabled by the host University.
• In addition, students may be required to attend short language courses provided by the host institution, especially at Universities teaching in their respective languages.
• Expected duration of exchange visit: 14/18 weeks (max 5 months, from September to mid-January, allowing for examinations).
• Note that duration will vary according to academic calendars of different Universities.
The syllabus is agreed with students, in consultation with the School Erasmus coordinator and the relevant Degree Programme Director(s). A learning agreement listing all the modules taken at the host University is agreed and signed between Newcastle University and each student, prior to commencement of the period abroad.
To enable students to expand their knowledge of Media, Communication and Cultural Studies taught from a very different perspective and experience, while living in a foreign country for one academic semester (max 5 months).
To learn adaptability and flexibility in living and studying in a different country.
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Placement/Study Abroad | Study Abroad | 1 | 600:00 | 600:00 | N/A |
| Total | 600:00 |
Total hours: Sufficient number of hours up to 60 credits (30 ECTS)
Timetabling information: Please consult modules at host University
Expected duration of Exchange visit: 14/18 weeks (max 5 months, from September to mid-January).
Note that duration will vary according to academic calendars of different Universities.
Note well: Certain Continental Universities start much later that those in the UK.
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 1 | M | 100 | Please consult host University for examination type |
RESIT ASSESSMENT:
An appropriate exam paper (length dependent on ECTS value of modules failed) will be set by the School if students fail the module. 100%
Study Abroad outside the EU will require careful consideration of Visa and Health Insurance requirements pertaining to the country involved.
Disclaimer: The information contained within the Module Catalogue relates to the 2022/23 academic year. In accordance with University Terms and Conditions, the University makes all reasonable efforts to deliver the modules as described. Modules may be amended on an annual basis to take account of changing staff expertise, developments in the discipline, the requirements of external bodies and partners, and student feedback. Module information for the 2023/24 entry will be published here in early-April 2023. Queries about information in the Module Catalogue should in the first instance be addressed to your School Office.