School of Science & The Environment Undergraduate Programmes

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1 Faculty of cience & Engineering chool of cience & The Environment chool of cience & The Environment Undergraduate Programmes Programme pecification This document provides a concise summary of the main features of the course(s) & associated award(s) offered through this Programme pecification, and includes the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if s/he takes full advantage of the learning opportunities provided. More detailed information on the learning outcomes, curriculum content, teaching/learning, assessment methods for each unit and on the Programme s relationship to QAA ubject Benchmark tatements may be found in the dedicated student handbook for the Programme. The accuracy of the information in this document is reviewed periodically by the University and may be subject to verification by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education.

2 Versioning of this Programme pecification This Programme pecification is valid for the period of approval confirmed at the time of the last review event and relates to provision approved at that point. Programme pecifications are updated on an annual basis to include modifications approved through the University s quality assurance processes. This version provides a description of the programme as approved for the academic session indicated in ection 3 of the following table. 1 Date of last review: 15 January Effective date of Reviewed Programme pecification: 1 eptember August This Version effective from: 1 eptember Version number: 2013/Version 5 tudents who commenced their study on awards within this Programme pecification prior to 1 eptember 2016 should refer to the previous version of the programme specification published on the CAQE website at: Modifications to Programme pecification Modifications to the programme specification since last review, and the cohort of students affected by the change, are listed in ection H (Log of Modifications) at the back of the document. Cross Referencing of Programme pecifications The following elements of provision included in this document are also included in the following Programme pecification Units ystems Physiology (6H4Z1001) Disease Processes (6H5Z1007) Human Neuroscience (6H5Z1013) Genetics, DNA and Diseases (6H6Z1005) Health Physiology (6H6Z1006) Project (Healthcare cience ) (6H6Z1001) Programme pecification Biomedical cience Undergraduate Programme (11201A) Masters Project in Environmental and Geographical ciences (6F7Z3010) Masters Project in Biology or Conservation and Behaviour (6F7Z1023) tatistics and Research Design (6F7Z1012) Genetics of Populations (6F7Z1016) Behavioural Biology (6F7Z1019) pecies Conservation (6F7Z1015) Avian Biology and Conservation (6F4Z1018) Frontiers in Chemical and Environmental cience (6F7Z2002) Introduction to Applied Criminology (424Z0006) Understanding ocial Research (424Z0004) Diversity and Discrimination in the Criminal Justice ystem (425Z0025) Evaluating Criminal Justice and Crime Prevention: Policy and Practice (425Z0010) Out of it: ubstance (Mis)use, Trends and Responses (425Z0016) Policing in Britain within a Global Context (425Z0017) Youth in Crisis (425Z0024) Dangerousness and Public Protection (425Z0027) Community afety and Crime Prevention (425Z0028) chool of cience & The Environment Postgraduate Programmes (11523A) ociology and Criminology Undergraduate Programme (11043A)

3 Media and Criminal Justice Policy (425Z0029) Communities, Crime and Control (425Z0006) Applied Criminology Placement (426Z0032) kills and Professional Practice (426Z0036) Contemporary Issues in Criminology (425Z0065) Amendments made to provision listed in this table, must also be reflected in the relevant Programme pecification listed above Programme pecification The information in this document is organised into the following sections: ection A Administrative and Regulatory Information ection B Outcomes ection C tructure ection D Teaching, Learning and Assessment ection E Programme Management ection F Mapping ection G Log of Modifications ection I - Integrated masters Unit pecifications ection J ENAA and andwich Year Unit pecifications ECTION A ADMINITRATIVE AND REGULATORY INFORMATION 1 Overarching Programme pecification Title chool of cience & The Environment Undergraduate Programmes (11523A) 2 Brief ummary The chool of cience & The Environment manages a large suite of undergraduate programmes that can be categorised in three cognate award clusters: Environmental and Geographical ciences, Biology and Conservation Ecology and Chemistry and Forensic cience. Environmental and Geographical ciences Award Cluster: A range of geographical, environmental and ecological subjects are offered via this award cluster. The Geography route develops an understanding of patterns and processes in human and physical systems, while specialist routes enable students to concentrate on earth surface systems and processes (Physical Geography) or social, economic, cultural and political processes (Human Geography). The Environmental cience route develops the skills necessary to undertake scientific assessment of the environment and environmental issues. The Environmental Management and ustainability route equips students to identify and apply appropriate management techniques to environmental problems. The Ecology and Conservation route develops an aptitude in students to make informed decisions for the conservation of biodiversity. Biological ciences Award Cluster: This award cluster is designed to give a wide-ranging experience, offering a great deal of choice among units. Routes in Wildlife Biology and Animal Behaviour focus on the science underpinning our understanding of the way animals behave and live in the natural world. The Microbiology and Molecular Biology route deals with the structure and function of cells and their component molecules, together with their significance in medicine and industry. Routes are available for those studying part-time whilst employed in the biological sciences sector. The undergraduate certificate in Biological Recording provides a vocational framework for biological recording and species identification, together with appropriate field techniques. Chemistry and Forensic cience Award Cluster: Chemistry can be defined as the study of the composition, properties, and reactivity of matter at the atomic and molecular level. The applications of chemistry affect many aspects of our daily lives, from our own health and wellbeing to the material world around us. This award cluster reflects this in the available degree titles, which range from Chemistry as a central science to more vocational titles such as Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Medicinal and Biological Chemistry. Routes are available for those studying part-time whilst employed in the chemical science sector. Forensic cience incorporates the study of science with aspects of law. Forensic scientists analyse materials from a range of crime contexts. They are key in evaluating the significance of the findings and communicating these in a legal setting. 3 Awarding institution Manchester Metropolitan University

4 4 Home Faculty Faculty of cience & Engineering 5 Home chool chool of cience & The Environment: All Divisions 6 UCA/GTTR code(s) Environmental and Geographical ciences Award Cluster MGeog (Hons) Geography Bc (Hons) Ecology and Conservation: D447 Bc (Hons) Ecology and Conservation with ENAA: CD1 Bc (Hons) Ecology and Conservation (andwich): D461 Bc (Hons) Environmental Management and ustainability: DF47 Bc (Hons) Environmental Management and ustainability with ENAA: F750 Bc (Hons) Environmental Management and ustainability (andwich): DF4T Bc (Hons) Environmental cience: F900 Bc (Hons) Environmental cience with ENAA: F754 Bc (Hons) Environmental cience (andwich): F903 Bc (Hons) Geography: L701 Bc (Hons) Geography with ENAA: F801 Bc (Hons) Geography (andwich): L702 Bc (Hons) Human Geography: L722 Bc (Hons) Human Geography with ENAA: L703 Bc (Hons) Human Geography (andwich): L723 Bc (Hons) Physical Geography: F840 Bc (Hons) Physical Geography with ENAA: F847 Bc (Hons) Physical Geography (andwich): F841 Biological ciences Award Cluster MBiol (Hons) Biology: Bc (Hons) Animal Behaviour: C120 Bc (Hons) Animal Behaviour (with ENAA): C121 Bc (Hons) Animal Behaviour (andwich): C120 Bc (Hons) Biology : C101 Bc (Hons) Biology (with ENAA): C103 Bc (Hons) Biology (andwich): C101 Bc (Hons) Microbiology and Molecular Biology: CC57 Bc (Hons) Microbiology and Molecular Biology (with ENAA): C5C7 Bc (Hons) Microbiology and Molecular Biology (andwich): CC57 Bc (Hons) Wildlife Biology: C300 Bc (Hons) Wildlife Biology (with ENAA):C301 Bc (Hons) Wildlife Biology (andwich): C300 University Certificate in Biological Recording and pecies Identification: N/A University Certificate in Field Techniques and pecies Identification: N/A (uspended for 2017 entry) Chemistry and Forensic cience Award Cluster MChem (Hons) Chemistry: F103 MChem (Hons) Chemistry with tudy in Industry: F103 MChem (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry: N/A MChem (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry with tudy in Industry: F155 Bc (Hons) Chemistry: F100 Bc (Hons) Chemistry (with ENAA): F109/F102 Bc (Hons) Chemistry (andwich): F104 Bc (Hons) Medicinal and Biological Chemistry: C725 Bc (Hons) Medicinal and Biological Chemistry (with ENAA): F1C2 Bc (Hons) Medicinal and Biological Chemistry (andwich): C725

5 7 Framework for HE Qualifications position of final awards 8 Alignment with University Curriculum Framework 9 Engagement with the University-Wide Provision Bc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry: F151 Bc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry (with ENAA): F155 Bc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry (andwich): F151 Bc (Hons) Forensic Chemistry: F190 Bc (Hons) Forensic Chemistry (with ENAA): F410 Bc (Hons) Forensic Chemistry (andwich) : F190 Bc (Hons) Forensic Biology: F411 Bc (Hons) Forensic Biology (with ENAA): F412 Bc (Hons) Forensic Biology (andwich) F411 Bc (Hons) Forensic cience and Applied Criminology: 6H78 (uspended for 2017 entry) Bc (Hons) Forensic cience and Applied Criminology (with ENAA): 6H78 (uspended for 2017 entry) Bc (Hons) Forensic cience and Applied Criminology (andwich): 6H78 (uspended for 2017 entry) Certificate (Level 4) Honours (Level 6) Masters (Level 7) Undergraduate Foundation Year: Uniwide Language provision is not available to Foundation Year students. Environmental and Geographical ciences Award Cluster tudents choosing to undertake a 15-credit Uniwide language option will do the 15-credit version of patial Methods at Level 4 (6F4Z3007), Vocational Experience at Level 5 (6F5Z3010) and Contemporary Issues in Geography and Environment at Level 6 (6F6Z3013). Uniwide language is not available at level 7 of the MGeog (Hons) Geography course. Biology and Conservation Ecology Award Cluster A 15-credit alternative unit will be available at Levels 4, 5 and 6 to be taken with a 15-credit Uniwide Language option for the following routes (including with ENAA and andwich): Bc (Hons) Animal Behaviour Bc (Hons) Biology Bc (Hons) Wildlife Biology Bc (Hons) Microbiology and Molecular Biology Uniwide language is not available at level 7 of the MBiol (Hons) Biology course. Chemistry and Forensic cience Award Cluster A 15-credit alternative unit will be available at Levels 4 and 5 only, to be taken with a 15-credit Uniwide Language option for the following routes (including with ENAA and andwich): MChem/Bc (Hons) Chemistry MChem/Bc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry At Level 4, it is offered alongside Introduction to Chemical Analysis (6F4Z2005) and at Level 5, alongside Analytical Techniques (6F5Z2008). Uniwide language is not offered at Levels 6 and 7 because curriculum content required for course accreditation by the Royal ociety of Chemistry does not allow for Uniwide language electives.

6 10 Compliance with University Assessment Regulations 11 Approved Variations/Exemptions from University Assessment Regulations 12 Relationship with Faculty Foundation Year Uniwide language is not available for Bc (Hons) Medicinal and Biological Chemistry, Bc (Hons) Forensic Biology, Bc (Hons) Forensic Chemistry and Bc (Hons) Forensic cience with Applied Criminology as inclusion would not enable core aspects of biology and/or chemistry and/or forensic science to be covered effectively, thereby compromising the scientific rigour of the courses. Undergraduate Units bearing practice-credit only These do not contribute to the year average for the programmes that they serve but are required to be assessed as satisfactory before the unit can be awarded. The units are: andwich Year (6F6Z3018) Negotiated Learning Agreement at Overseas University (6F6Z1010) leading to the award Bc (Hons) title with study in Europe, North America or Australia Variation to the Undergraduate Curriculum Framework 5.3 and 6.3: University Certificate in Biological Recording/Field Techniques and pecies Identification These awards comprise of six 10-credit units, with one of these 10-credit units being identified as core. uccessful completion of the Faculty of cience & Engineering Foundation Year entitles students to entry at Level 4 of: MBiol/Bc (Hons) Biology Bc (Hons) Microbiology and Molecular Biology Bc (Hons) Environmental cience MChem/Bc (Hons) Chemistry Bc (Hons) Forensic Biology Bc (Hons) Forensic Chemistry Bc (Hons) Chemistry and Biology Bc (Hons) Medicinal and Biological Chemistry MChem/Bc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry Awards with andwich or with tudy in Europe, North America or Australia will also have a route through the Faculty Foundation Year. Awards 13 Final award titles and AO s Environmental and Geographical ciences Award Cluster Bc (Hons) Ecology and Conservation*: 6926/6935/696H/693Y Bc (Hons) Environmental Management and ustainability*: 694D/694E/694F/69JX Bc (Hons) Environmental cience*: 696B/6977/6978/694X MGeog (Hons) Geography: 697H Bc (Hons) Geography*: 691A/691B/696G/693Z Bc (Hons) Human Geography*: 696D/6980/6981/693U Bc (Hons) Physical Geography*: 692A/692B/696F/692 Biology and Conservation Ecology Award Cluster Bc (Hons) Animal Behaviour*: 6106/611N/6148/61JX/611H MBiol (Hons) Biology: 614N Bc (Hons) Biology*: 6105/6146/6147/611X/614B/614X Bc (Hons) Microbiology and Molecular Biology*: 611M/611J Bc (Hons) Wildlife Biology*: 6113/611L/6154/61LX/611

7 University Certificate in Biological Recording and pecies Identification: 614F University Certificate in Field Techniques and pecies Identification: 612 (uspended for 2017 entry) Chemistry and Forensic cience Award Cluster MChem (Hons) Chemistry: 628F MChem (Hons) Chemistry with a Year in Industry: 628F Bc (Hons) Medicinal and Biological Chemistry*: 6230/623B/622F Bc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry*: 6226/623C/62CX/622D MChem (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry: 628D MChem (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry with a Year in Industry: 628E Bc (Hons) Chemistry*: 622A/6231/626E/622C Bc (Hons) Forensic Chemistry*: 6232/623A/622E Bc (Hons) Forensic Biology*: 612L/612N/612M Bc (Hons) Forensic cience and Applied Criminology*: 628A/628C/628G/628B (uspended for 2017 entry) * Available also with andwich or with tudy in Europe, North America or Australia (ENAA) 14 Combined Honours The University has a defined list of approved combinations available to students through the Combined Honours scheme. Each approved combination is assigned to a programme specification and to a Department that is responsible for all programme management arrangements for students enrolled on that combination. ection 14a(iii) indicates all combinations available for subjects within this programme specification and also identifies those combinations which for which this programme specification is specifically responsible. 14a (i) Combined Honours None Awards available: (ii) ingle Honours Awards available through Combined Honours (iii) Approved ubject Combinations administered by this Programme pecification 14b Approved ubject Combination administered by other Programme pecifications 15 Interim exit awards and ubject title(s) None None Approved Combination Home Programme pecification & Dept None No exit award available at the end of Level 3 (Foundation Year). uccessful completion of 120 credits at Level 4 leads to: o Cert HE Ecology and Conservation o Cert HE Environmental Management and ustainability o Cert HE Environmental cience o Cert HE Geography o Cert HE Human Geography o Cert HE Physical Geography o Cert HE Animal Behaviour

8 o o o o o o o o o o Cert HE Biology Cert HE Microbiology and Molecular Biology Cert HE Wildlife Biology Cert HE Applied cience Cert HE Chemistry Cert HE Medicinal and Biological Chemistry Cert HE Pharmaceutical Chemistry Cert HE Forensic Chemistry Cert HE Forensic Biology Cert HE Forensic cience and Applied Criminology uccessful completion of 120 credits at Level 4 and 120 credits at Level 5 leads to: o Dip HE Ecology and Conservation* o Dip HE Environmental Management and ustainability* o Dip HE Environmental cience* o Dip HE Geography* o Dip HE Human Geography* o Dip HE Physical Geography* o Dip HE Animal Behaviour* o Dip HE Biology* o Dip HE Biology and Forensic cience o Dip HE Microbiology and Molecular Biology * o Dip HE Wildlife Biology* o Dip HE Chemistry* o Dip HE Medicinal and Biological Chemistry* o Dip HE Pharmaceutical Chemistry* o Dip HE Forensic Chemistry* o Dip HE Forensic Biology* o Dip HE Forensic cience and Applied Criminology* *uccessful completion of 120 credits at Level 4 and 120 credits at Level 5, plus successful completion of 120 ENAA practice credits leads to Dip HE (title) with ENAA; successful completion of 120 credits at Level 4 and 120 credits at Level 5, plus successful completion of 120 andwich practice credits leads to Dip HE (title) (andwich). For Integrated Masters courses, successful completion of 120 credits at Level 4, 120 credits at Level 5 and 120 credits at Level 6 leads to: o Bc (Hons) Geography o Bc (Hons) Biology o Bc(Hons) Chemistry o Bc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry Arrangements with Partners 16 Approved Collaborative partner(s) 17 Articulation and Progression Arrangements with Partners Partner Name None Partner Name None Type of Collaborative Partnership N/A Details of Arrangements N/A Professional, tatutory and Regulatory Bodies 18 PRBs associated with final award of any route within the programme specification Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) the following degree titles are accredited through to 30 June 2018: Bc (Hons) Ecology and Conservation*

9 Bc (Hons) Environmental cience * Bc (Hons) Environmental Management and ustainability* [*N.B. pecific unit combination required.] Institution of Environmental ciences (IE) & Committee of Heads of Environmental ciences Accreditation cheme (CHE) the following degree titles are accredited from August 2009, pending regular reviews: Bc Environmental ciences (including sandwich & ENAA) Bc Ecology and Conservation (including sandwich & ENAA) Bc Environment and Enterprise (including sandwich & ENAA) Bc Environment Management and ustainability (including sandwich & ENAA) 19 Date, outcome and period of approval of last PRB approval/accreditation Royal ociety of Chemistry (RC) the following degree titles are accredited through to 2017/18: MChem (Hons) Chemistry Bc (Hons) Chemistry Bc (Hons) Applied Chemistry PT Bc (Hons) Forensic Chemistry Bc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry CIEEM: accreditation is valid for five years (expires 30 th June 2018). IE & CHE: continuing accreditation pending regular reviews. RC: A 12-month extension from February 2017 was approved by the RC on 12 eptember Approval tatus 20 Date and period of approval of most recent MMU review (i) Latest review/approval Periodic Review and Major Modification to combine: Environmental and Geographical ciences Network Biology and Health cience Undergraduate Programme Network Undergraduate Chemistry Network Foundation Degree Applied cience University Certificate into one Programme pecification, 15 January Foundation Year: Periodic Review - 2 May (ii) Length & Dates of Period of Approval Given as a Result of Most Recent Review: Years: Five years (to align with the Fdc Applied cience programme) From: 1 eptember 2013 To: 31 August 2018 (iii) Major Modifications to Programme pecification since last review/approval Inclusion of integrated masters programmes (MGeog and MBiol) 12 December 2013 Discontinuation of Fdc Applied cience July Next cheduled Review Date: 2017/18 Foundation Year and Combined Honours will be reviewed at the same time as the remainder of the Programme pecification.

10 22 Programme pecification effective date: ECTION B - OUTCOME 23 MMU Graduate Outcomes eptember 2017 On successful completion of their course of study MMU graduates will be able to: GO1. Apply skills of critical analysis to real-world situations within a defined range of contexts. GO2. Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism characterised by initiative, creativity, motivation and self-management. GO3. Express ideas effectively and communicate information appropriately and accurately using a range of media including ICT. GO4. Develop working relationships using teamwork and leadership skills, recognising and respecting different perspectives. GO5. Manage their professional development reflecting on progress and taking appropriate action. GO6. Find, evaluate, synthesise and use information from a variety of sources. GO7. Articulate an awareness of the social and community contexts within their disciplinary field. Foundation Year Outcomes It is recognised that the University s General Educational Outcomes will be met in full on completion of the total student experience over the period of study towards a degree. On successful completion of the University Foundation Year a student will be able to: FY1. Demonstrate knowledge in the subject matter of their units appropriate to Level 3 and apply what has been learned. FY2. Engage in discussion on topics/issues related to contemporary debate in the subject matter of their units. FY3. Demonstrate safe and effective use of specific media/equipment/material where appropriate. FY4. Extract, summarise and synthesise relevant information. FY5. Produce a coherent and structured piece of written work. FY6. Demonstrate a readiness for lifelong learning and personal development. FY7. Participate effectively in group working and team activities. FY8. Demonstrate communication and presentation skills by clear and effective use of speech, writing and other appropriate methods. FY9. Demonstrate a basic level of critical thought. FY10. Apply a range of study skills methods to enhance their academic development. FY11. Demonstrate numeracy skills in both everyday situations and in their specific subject areas where appropriate. FY12. Demonstrate basic IT skills relating to word processing, spread sheets, simple databases and the Internet. FY13. Demonstrate an awareness of the programme of study in a wider context. 24 Programme Rationale The chool of cience & The Environment was formed in 2009, amalgamating Biological ciences and Chemistry/Forensic cience (previously in the chool of Biology, Health cience and Chemistry) with the Department of Environmental and Geographical ciences. This Programme pecification brings together the following well-established existing programmes: Environmental and Geographical ciences Undergraduate Network (EG) Biology and Health cience Undergraduate Network (BH) Chemistry Undergraduate Network, including Forensic cience (CF) along with a recently introduced programme: UGCert in Biological Recording/pecies Identification and species Identification into a single programme on the grounds of consolidation and rationalisation of provision in the newly formed chool of cience & The Environment. The broad range of award types (Foundation Year, Bc (Hons), and MGeog/MBiol/MChem (Hons)), modes (fulltime, part-time, sandwich, tudy in Europe, North America and Australia (ENAA)) and award titles herein are

11 relevant to contemporary employment needs and are designed to assure employers that core and specialist learning outcomes are reflected in the award title. For students who wish to pursue research/research and development careers, either in industry or academia, integrated masters awards are increasingly seen as the required qualification. tudents will develop an in-depth knowledge and critical awareness of a substantial area of their discipline, and be suitably prepared for contemporary professional practice or for further study at doctoral level. The UGCert provides a vocational framework for biological recording and species identification, together with appropriate field techniques. 25 QAA Benchmark tatement(s) Biological Recording: no subject benchmark; Foundation Degree Qualification benchmark (2010); Geography, Earth ciences, Environmental ciences and Environmental tudies (2007); Biosciences (2007); Chemistry (2007) 26 Programme-pecific Outcomes Final Award Learning Outcomes The final award learning outcomes for each award are determined by the specific units taken, which are detailed in ection 28: tructure (below). Unit learning outcomes are identified in the Unit pecifications and in the benchmark statement matrices in the ection H, Map 1 (below). The award learning outcomes for the Environmental and Geographical ciences Award Cluster are aligned with the QAA benchmarking statements for Geography, Earth ciences, Environmental ciences and Environmental tudies (ection H, Map 1a (below)). The award learning outcomes for the Biological ciences Award Cluster are aligned with the QAA benchmarking statements for Biosciences (ection H, Map 1b (below)). The award learning outcomes for the Chemistry and Forensic cience Award Cluster are aligned with the QAA benchmarking statements for Chemistry and Forensic cience (ection H, Map 1c (below)). Additional outcomes for andwich routes: Develop enhanced interpersonal and employability skills in a workplace situation; an understanding of how organisations work. Consolidate, complement and extend the academic programme and enable its integration with professional practice. Additional outcomes for with tudy in Europe, North America and Australia routes: Use diverse cultural frames of reference, and alternate perspectives to think critically and solve problems. Critique differences in the way their academic disciplines are viewed and practiced between their host country and the U. Environmental and Geographical ciences Cluster: Bc (Hons) Ecology and Conservation (including andwich and with ENAA) On successful completion of Bc (Hons) Ecology and Conservation (including andwich and with ENAA) students will be able to: PLO1-Demonstrate detailed knowledge of the scientific principles, concepts and methods relevant to the study of ecology and conservation. PLO2-Apply intellectual and imaginative skills allowing identification and understanding of processes, interactions and feedback mechanisms within and between ecological systems, and the ways in which these may be affected by human activities. PLO3-olve problems, particularly through the critical analysis and interpretation of ecological data; PLO4-Make recommendations for the conservation of biodiversity and its sustainable use for human welfare. PLO5-Evaluate specialised techniques involved in collecting environmental information, recognise the diversity of techniques involved in analysing the information and evaluate the specialised techniques and approaches in presenting the information. Bc (Hons) Environmental Management and ustainability(including andwich and with ENAA) On successful completion of Bc (Hons) Environmental Management and ustainability (including andwich and with ENAA) students will be able to:

12 PLO1-Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the interrelated nature and complexity of the environment and human influences upon it. PLO2-Apply a detailed understanding of the economic, environmental and social priorities influencing policy design and implementation to implement environmental management schemes. PLO3-Evaluate the ways in which sustainability priorities have influenced the development and nature of approaches to management of human and environmental systems. PLO4-elect and apply appropriate management techniques to specific environmental problems and critically appraise the implications for sustainability. PLO5-Evaluate specialised techniques involved in collecting environmental information, recognise the diversity of techniques involved in analysing the information and evaluate the specialised techniques and approaches in presenting the information. Bc (Hons) Environmental cience(including andwich and with ENAA) On successful completion of Bc (Hons) Environmental cience (including andwich and with ENAA) students will be able to: PLO1-Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the scientific principles, concepts and methods relevant to the study of environmental science. PLO2-Undertake complex scientific investigations and assessment of the environment. PLO3-Critically evaluate environmental change and environmental problems. PLO4-Make informed, evidence-based recommendations on the basis of information analysis across a range of disciplines. PLO5-Evaluate specialised techniques involved in collecting environmental information, recognise the diversity of techniques involved in analysing the information and evaluate the specialised techniques and approaches in presenting the information. Bc (Hons) Geography (including andwich and with ENAA) On successful completion of Bc (Hons) Geography (including andwich and with ENAA) students will be able to: PLO1-Demonstrate both a breadth and depth of knowledge across the range of geography sub-disciplines. PLO2-Identify and interrogate spatial and temporal patterns and processes in both the human and physical worlds. PLO3-Analyse, interpret and communicate complex geographical concepts, theories and data. PLO4-olve human and physical geographical problems through the application of geographical information systems. PLO5-Conduct a critical approach to research design and the gathering and evaluation of data sets from the broad areas of geographical research. PLO6-Evaluate specialised techniques involved in collecting geographical information, recognise the diversity of techniques involved in analysing the information and evaluate the specialised techniques and approaches in presenting the information. MGeog (Hons) Geography A systematic and broad understanding of key geographical concepts will be assumed prior to undertaking master s level study (see PLO1-6 for Bc (Hons) Geography). In addition to the Bc (Hons) Geography PLOs, on successful completion of MGeog (Hons) Geography students will be able to: PLO7- Develop an understanding of selected aspects of the specialised body of geographical knowledge, some of which may be informed by research and original thinking at current boundaries of theoretical knowledge. PLO8- Apply and integrate their knowledge and skills in the planning and execution of an original research project. Bc (Hons) Human Geography (including andwich and with ENAA) On successful completion of Bc (Hons) Geography (including andwich and with ENAA) students will be able to: PLO1-Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the substantive breadth and coherent intellectual core of human geography. PLO2-Employ intellectual awareness and critique of the relationships between society, place and space. PLO3-Apply knowledge in a real-life context from an understanding of diversity, societal trends and developments.

13 PLO4-Critically evaluate social, economic, cultural and political processes at a variety of spatial and temporal scales. PLO5-Evaluate specialised techniques involved in collecting geographical information, recognise the diversity of techniques involved in analysing the information and evaluate the specialised techniques and approaches in presenting the information. Bc (Hons) Physical Geography (including andwich and with ENAA) On successful completion of Bc (Hons) Physical Geography (including andwich and with ENAA) students will be able to: PLO1-Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the theory and literature associated with earth surface systems and processes. PLO2-Apply a suite of advanced field and laboratory skills to enable the scientific investigation of earth surface systems and processes. PLO3-Critically evaluate relationships between past and present earth surface systems and the development of landforms at varying temporal and spatial scales. PLO4-Discriminate between natural environments and landscapes and those modified by human activity. PLO5-Evaluate specialised techniques involved in collecting geographical information, recognise the diversity of techniques involved in analysing the information and evaluate the specialised techniques and approaches in presenting the information. Biology and Conservation Ecology Cluster Bc (Hons) Animal Behaviour (including andwich and with ENAA) On successful completion of Bc (Hons) Animal Behaviour (including andwich and with ENAA) students will be able to: PLO1-Acquire a knowledge base including key concepts, principles and theories which will support an understanding of animal behaviour. PLO2-Develop a broad appreciation and understanding of the discipline of animal behaviour and its significance in the contemporary world. PLO3-Formulate and clarify questions relating to contemporary issues within the field of animal behaviour. PLO4-Develop practical and cognitive skills of analysis and synthesis in the context of investigation within the field of animal behaviour. PLO5-Undertake advanced studies in chosen areas of animal behaviour. Bc (Hons) Biology (including andwich and with ENAA) On successful completion of Bc (Hons) Biology (including andwich and with ENAA) students will be able to: PLO1-Acquire a knowledge base including key concepts, principles and theories which will support an understanding of biology. PLO2-Develop a broad appreciation and understanding of the discipline of biology and its significance in the contemporary world. PLO3-Formulate and clarify questions relating to contemporary issues within biology. PLO4-Develop practical and cognitive skills of analysis and synthesis in the context of biological investigation. PLO5-Undertake advanced studies in chosen areas of biology. MBiol (Hons) Biology A systematic and broad understanding of key biology concepts will be assumed prior to undertaking master s level study (see PLO1-5 for Bc (Hons) Biology). In addition to the Bc (Hons) Biology PLOs, on successful completion of MBiol (Hons) Biology students will be able to: PLO6- Develop an understanding of selected aspects of the specialised body of biology knowledge, some of which may be informed by research and original thinking at current boundaries of theoretical knowledge. PLO7- Apply and integrate their knowledge and skills in the planning and execution of an original research project. Bc (Hons) Microbiology and Molecular Biology (including andwich and with ENAA)

14 On successful completion of Bc (Hons) Microbiology and Molecular Biology (including andwich and with ENAA) students will be able to: PLO1-Acquire a knowledge base including key concepts, principles and theories which will support an understanding of microbiology and molecular biology. PLO2-Develop a broad appreciation and understanding of microbiology and molecular biology, their relationship to other areas of biology and their significance in the contemporary world. PLO3-Formulate and clarify questions relating to contemporary issues within microbiology and molecular biology to undertake reflection and reflective practice. PLO4-Develop practical and cognitive skills of analysis and synthesis in the context of biological investigation. PLO5-Undertake advanced studies in chosen areas of microbiology or molecular biology. Bc (Hons) Wildlife Biology (including andwich and with ENAA) On successful completion of Bc (Hons) Wildlife Biology (including andwich and with ENAA) students will be able to: PLO1-Acquire a knowledge base including key concepts, principles and theories which will support an understanding of wildlife biology. PLO2-Develop an appreciation and understanding of ecology, evolution, the study of animals and plants in their constituent habitats and ecosystems. PLO3-Review the variety of adaptations that allow animals and plants to live in a range of environments. PLO4-Develop a broad understanding of the discipline and the significance of wildlife biology in the contemporary world. PLO5-Formulate and clarify questions relating to contemporary issues within wildlife biology. PLO6-Gain skills in the analysis and interpretation of data relevant to animal and plants in their natural environment. PLO7-Develop practical, field and cognitive skills of analysis and synthesis in the context of biological investigation. University Certificate in Biological Recording/Field Techniques and pecies Identification On successful completion of University Certificate in Biological Recording/Field Techniques and pecies Identification students will be able to: PLO1-Develop knowledge and skills in the identification of, and survey methods for, particular groups of plants and/or animals. PLO2-Develop knowledge and skills associated with the study of particular groups of plants and/or animals. PLO3-Develop a knowledge of how to collect and manage records for particular taxonomic groups. Chemistry and Forensic cience Cluster Bc (Hons) Chemistry On successful completion of Bc (Hons) Chemistry students will be able to: PLO1-Use major aspects of chemical terminology fluently. PLO2-ystematically apply fundamental physicochemical and analytical principles to the solution of theoretical and practical problems. PLO3-Understand the properties and applications of a range of inorganic and organic materials and understand their properties and applications and analyse the materials using appropriate experimental methods. PLO4-Understand and describe general synthetic pathways, including related isolation, purification and characterisation techniques. PLO5-Critically evaluate chemical science research methods and aspects of specialist chemical literature. PLO6- Apply a suite of appropriate advanced laboratory techniques and skills to enable analysis and synthesis in the context of chemistry. MChem (Hons) Chemistry A systematic and broad understanding of key chemical concepts will be assumed prior to undertaking master s level study (see PLO1-6 for Bc (Hons) Chemistry). In addition to the Bc (Hons) Chemistry PLOs, on successful completion of MChem (Hons) Chemistry students will be able to:

15 PLO7- Develop an understanding of selected aspects of the specialised body of chemical knowledge, some of which may be informed by research and original thinking at current boundaries of theoretical knowledge. PLO8- Apply and integrate their knowledge and skills in the planning and execution of an original research project. Bc (Hons) Medicinal and Biological Chemistry On successful completion of Bc (Hons) Medicinal and Biological Chemistry students will be able to: PLO1-Be fully conversant with major aspects of chemical and biological terminology. PLO2-Be able to demonstrate a systematic understanding of fundamental physicochemical principles and aspects of bioscience principles with the ability to apply that knowledge to the solution of theoretical and practical problems. PLO3-Gain chemical knowledge in the fields of medicine and biology and understand the properties and applications of chemicals in this context. PLO4-Be able to evidence understanding of fundamental synthetic pathways, including related isolation, purification, characterisation and formulation techniques, especially in relation to drugs. PLO5- Apply a suite of appropriate advanced laboratory techniques and skills to enable analysis and synthesis in the context of Medicinal and Biological Chemistry. Bc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry On successful completion of Bc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry students will be able to: PLO1-Be fully conversant with major aspects of chemical terminology. PLO2-Be able to demonstrate a systematic understanding of fundamental physicochemical and analytical principles with the ability to apply that knowledge to the solution of theoretical and practical problems. PLO3-Gain knowledge of the chemistry and pharmaceutical chemistry of a range of materials and understand their properties and applications. PLO4-Be able to evidence understanding of fundamental synthetic pathways, including related isolation, purification, characterisation and formulation techniques, especially in relation to drugs. PLO5- Apply a suite of appropriate advanced laboratory techniques and skills to enable analysis and synthesis in the context of Pharmaceutical Chemistry. MChem (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry A systematic and broad understanding of key pharmaceutical chemical concepts will be assumed prior to undertaking master s level study (see PLO1-6 for Bc (Hons) Phamaceutical Chemistry). In addition to the Bc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry PLOs, on successful completion of MChem (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry students will be able to: PLO6- Develop an understanding of selected aspects of the specialised body of pharmaceutical chemical knowledge, some of which may be informed by research and original thinking at current boundaries of theoretical knowledge. PLO7- Apply and integrate their knowledge and skills in the planning and execution of an original research project. Bc (Hons) Forensic Chemistry On successful completion of Bc (Hons) Forensic Chemistry students will be able to: PLO1-Be fully conversant with major aspects of terminology in the chemical and forensic sciences. PLO2-Be able to demonstrate a systematic understanding of fundamental physicochemical and forensic principles with the ability to apply that knowledge to the solution of theoretical and practical problems. PLO3-Gain chemical knowledge in the field of forensic science with an emphasis on analytical techniques and instrumentation. PLO4-Be able to evidence understanding of fundamental synthetic pathways and analytical techniques, including related isolation, purification, characterisation. PLO5-Evaluate issues within chemistry that overlap with forensic science and the law. PLO6- Apply a suite of appropriate advanced laboratory techniques and skills to enable analysis and synthesis in the context of Forensic cience and Chemistry. Bc (Hons) Forensic Biology On successful completion of Bc (Hons) Forensic Biology students will be able to:

16 PLO1-Be fully conversant with major aspects of terminology in the biological and forensic sciences. PLO2-Be able to demonstrate a systematic understanding of fundamental biological and forensic principles with the ability to apply that knowledge to the solution of theoretical and practical problems. PLO3-Gain biological knowledge in the field of forensic science. PLO4-Evaluate issues within biology that overlap with forensic science and the law. PLO5-Develop practical and cognitive skills of analysis and synthesis in the context of biological and forensic science investigation. PLO6- Apply a suite of appropriate advanced laboratory techniques and skills to enable analysis and synthesis in the context of Forensic cience and Biology. Bc (Hons) Forensic cience and Applied Criminology On successful completion of Bc (Hons) Forensic cience and Applied Criminology students will be able to: PLO1 - Be fully conversant with major aspects of terminology in science in a forensic context. PLO2 - Demonstrate a systematic understanding of fundamental scientific and forensic principles with the ability to apply that knowledge to the solution of theoretical and practical problems. PLO3 - Critically review, consolidate and extend a systematic and coherent body of criminological knowledge and demonstrate an advanced knowledge of criminology and of contemporary issues and debates within the field at the national and international level. PLO4 - Articulate the dialectic between criminology and the contemporary context (social, legal, political, economic, ethical) both globally and at the local level. PLO5 - Apply the methods and techniques that they have learned to review, consolidate, extend and apply their knowledge and understanding, and to initiate and carry out projects. Combined Honours Learning Outcomes: N/A Pass Degree Learning Outcomes: tudents who do not qualify for the award of a Bachelor s degree with honours may be eligible for the award of a Pass degree. Criteria for the award of a Pass degree are detailed within the University s Assessment Regulations for Undergraduate Programmes of tudy at 27 Interim Award Learning Outcomes On successful completion of a Certificate of Higher Education students will be able to: Environmental and Geographical ciences Cluster: Cert HE Ecology and Conservation On successful completion of a Cert HE Ecology and Conservation students will be able to: PLO1-Demonstrate a knowledge of the scientific concepts and methods relevant to the study of ecology and conservation. PLO2-Apply intellectual and imaginative skills allowing identification and understanding of processes, interactions and feedback mechanisms within and between ecological systems, and the ways in which these may be affected by human activities. PLO3-Make recommendations for the conservation of biodiversity and its sustainable use for human welfare. PLO4-Recognise the diversity of techniques involved in analysing the information and describe the techniques and approaches in presenting the information. Cert HE Environmental Management and ustainability On successful completion of a Cert HE Environmental Management and ustainability students will be able to: PLO1-Demonstrate a knowledge of the interrelated nature and complexity of the environment and human influences upon it. PLO2-Apply the understanding of the economic, environmental and social priorities influencing policy design and implementation to implement environmental management schemes. PLO3-Evaluate the ways in which sustainability priorities have influenced the development and nature of approaches to management of human and environmental systems.

17 PLO4-Apply appropriate management techniques to specific environmental problems and critically appraise the implications for sustainability. PLO5-Recognise the diversity of techniques involved in analysing the information and describe the techniques and approaches in presenting the information. Cert HE Environmental cience On successful completion of a Cert HE Environmental cience students will be able to: PLO1-Demonstrate a knowledge of the scientific principles, concepts and methods relevant to the study of environmental science. PLO2-Undertake basic scientific investigations and assessment of the environment. PLO3-Make, evidence-based recommendations on the basis of information. PLO4-Recognise the diversity of techniques involved in analysing the information and describe the specialised techniques and approaches in presenting the information Cert HE Geography On successful completion of the Cert HE Geography students will be able to: PLO1-Demonstrate a knowledge across the range of geography sub-disciplines. PLO2-Identify spatial and temporal patterns and processes in both the human and physical worlds. PLO3-Analyse and interpret simple geographical concepts, theories and data. PLO4-Recognise the diversity of techniques involved in analysing the information and describe the techniques and approaches in presenting the information. Cert HE Human Geography On successful completion of the Cert HE Human Geography students will be able to: PLO1-Demonstrate a knowledge of core of human geography. PLO2-Describe the relationships between society, place and space. PLO3-Apply knowledge in a real-life context from an understanding of diversity, societal trends and developments. PLO4-Recognise the diversity of techniques involved in analysing the information and evaluate the techniques and approaches in presenting the information. Cert HE Physical Geography On successful completion of the Cert HE Physical Geography students will be able to: PLO1-Demonstrate a knowledge of the theory and literature associated with earth surface systems and processes. PLO2-Apply basic field and laboratory skills to enable the scientific investigation of earth surface systems and processes. PLO3-Describe natural environments and landscapes and those modified by human activity. PLO4-Recognise the diversity of techniques involved in analysing the information and describe the techniques and approaches in presenting the information. Biology and Conservation Ecology Cluster: Cert HE Animal Behaviour On successful completion of the Cert HE Animal Behaviour students will be able to: PLO1-Acquire a knowledge base including key concepts, principles and theories which will support an understanding of animal behaviour. PLO2-Develop an understanding of the discipline of animal behaviour and its significance in the contemporary world. PLO3-Be aware of contemporary issues within the field of animal behaviour. PLO4-Develop basic practical and cognitive skills of analysis and synthesis in the field of animal behaviour. Cert HE Biology On successful completion of the Cert HE Biology students will be able to: PLO1-Acquire a basic knowledge including key concepts, principles and theories which will support an understanding of biology. PLO2-Develop an understanding of the discipline of biology and its significance in the contemporary world.

18 PLO3-Be aware of contemporary issues within biology. PLO4-Develop basic practical and cognitive skills of analysis and synthesis in the field of biology. Cert HE Microbiology and Molecular Biology On successful completion of the Cert HE Microbiology and Molecular Biology students will be able to: PLO1-Acquire a knowledge base including key concepts, principles and theories which will support an understanding of microbiology and molecular biology. PLO2-Develop an understanding of microbiology and molecular biology, their relationship to other areas of biology and their significance in the contemporary world. PLO3-Develop basic practical and cognitive skills of analysis and synthesis in the context of biological investigation. Cert HE Wildlife Biology On successful completion of the Cert HE Wildlife Biology students will be able to: PLO1-Acquire a knowledge base including key concepts, principles and theories which will support an understanding of wildlife biology. PLO2-Develop an understanding of ecology, evolution, the study of animals and plants in their constituent habitats and ecosystems. PLO3-Develop an understanding of the discipline and the significance of wildlife biology in the contemporary world. PLO4-Gain basic skills in the analysis and interpretation of data relevant to animal and plants in their natural environment. PLO5-Develop basic practical and cognitive skills of analysis and synthesis in the context of biological investigation. Chemistry and Forensic cience Cluster: Cert HE Chemistry On successful completion of the Cert HE Chemistry students will be able to: PLO1-Be conversant with basic chemical terminology;. PLO2-Apply fundamental physicochemical and analytical principles to the solution of basic theoretical and practical problems. PLO3-Understand the properties and applications of a range of inorganic and organic materials. PLO4-Describe basic synthetic pathways, including related isolation, purification and characterisation techniques. PLO5- Apply basic laboratory techniques and skills to enable analysis in the context of Chemistry. Cert HE Medicinal and Biological Chemistry On successful completion of the Cert HE Medicinal and Biological Chemistry students will be able to: PLO1-Be conversant with basic chemical and biological terminology. PLO2-Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental physicochemical principles and aspects of bioscience principles with the ability to apply that knowledge to the solution of basic theoretical and practical problems. PLO3-Gain basic chemical knowledge in the fields of medicine and biology and understand the properties and applications of chemicals in this context. PL04-Understand basic synthetic pathways, including related isolation, purification, characterisation and formulation techniques, especially in relation to drugs. PLO5- Apply basic laboratory techniques and skills to enable analysis in the context of Medicinal and Biological Chemistry. Cert HE Pharmaceutical Chemistry On successful completion of the Cert HE Pharmaceutical Chemistry students will be able to: PLO1-Be conversant with basic chemical terminology. PLO2-Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental physicochemical and analytical principles with the ability to apply that knowledge to the solution of basic theoretical and practical problems.