University Calendar 2010/11
Section XII : Academic Regulations - Faculty of
Physical and Applied Science



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Academic Unit School of Physics and Astronomy
Final Award Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Programme(s) BSc Physics
BSc Physics with Astronomy
BSc Physics with Photonics
BSc Physics with Space Science
BSc Physics with Mathematics
Last modified June 2009
Reviewed in July 2010; no changes made.

Reference should be made to the University's General Regulations found in Section IV and Section V (Higher Degree Regulations) of the University Calendar.

Except where an opt-out has been granted by the University (see below) the following academic regulations apply in addition to the General Regulations.

1. Admissions
 
To join this degree programme candidates will normally need to obtain 340 points from 21 units including a minimum of grade A in Physics and A in Mathematics at A-level.

Equivalent levels of performance in other internationally recognised qualifications (including BTEC, the International Baccalaureate, the European Baccalaureate, the French Baccalaureate, the German Abitur, Scottish Highers and the Irish Leaving Certificate) are also acceptable. Candidates whose first language is not English are required to reach a satisfactory standard in an approved test in English.

Mature students without any of the above qualifications are encouraged to apply if recent successful study has been undertaken at an appropriate level in Physics and Mathematics. The Admissions Tutor is happy to talk to candidates in advance of a formal UCAS application.

All individuals are selected and treated on their relative merits and abilities in line with the University's Equal Opportunities Policy. Disabled applicants will be treated according to the same procedures as any other applicant with the added involvement of the Disability Office to assess their needs. The programme may require adaptation for students with disabilities (eg: hearing impairment, visual impairment, mobility difficulties, dyslexia), particularly the practical laboratory sessions, and we will attempt to accommodate students wherever possible.


2. Structure of Programme(s)
 
Full-time study period is over three years. Refer to the Programme Specifications and the School of Physics and Astronomy website for further details such as modules, core modules, credits and content.

BSc Physics
In Parts 1 and 2 students will take 90 prescribed CP modules and 30 CP module selections from approved optional modules to give a minimum of 120 CP of study.

BSc Physics with Astronomy
In Years 1 and 2 the programme is fully prescribed. In Part 3 students may chose one 15 CP module selection from approved optional modules to give a minimum of 120 CP of study. The total workload in any Part is 120 CP.

BSC Physics with Photonics
In Parts 1, 2 and 3 the programme is mostly prescribed with students having one 15 CP module selection in all Parts.

BSc Physics with Space Science
In Parts 1 and 2 the programme is prescribed. In Part three students may chose one 15 CP module selection from approved optional modules to give a minimum of 120 CP study.

BSc Physics with Mathematics
In Parts 1 and 2 the programme is prescribed. In Part three students may chose one 15 CP module selection from approved optional modules to give a minimum of 120 CP study.


3. Progression
 
The rules governing progression are as indicated in the University Calendar under Section IV.


4. Assessment
 
The rules governing assessment are as indicated in the University Calendar under Section IV.


5. Award of Qualification(s)
 
The class of honours awarded is determined by the weighted final average mark in accordance with University regulations Section IV. The final award is by Senate on the recommendation of the School Board to candidates who have satisfactorily completed an approved course of study and have satisfied the assessment requirements.


6. Placements/Study Abroad/Exchange/Fieldwork
 
Not applicable.


7. Other
 
These regulations may be revised during the student's period of registration in accordance with the procedures approved by Senate.

Candidates are required to satisfy the academic and attendance requirements of the programme as laid out in the Programme Specification and the Student Handbook for the programme. Those failing to do so may have their course terminated.




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