HE bulletins Link to College/Institution campus map or details http://www.bicton.ac.uk/getting-here Links to disability support teams: The university personal tutoring policy is available for information and guidance. Plymouth Portal As a Plymouth student you are able to access the University’s e-resources through the Plymouth portal (the University’s internal staff and student website). There is access to over £2 million of e-resources and e-journals in a variety of different subject ranges which can be used to support your studies. An excellent has been developed to help you access these resources off campus and this also links you to subject specific resources. This link takes you to the universities library guide homepage . In addition the University has created a Student Study File available at which signposts you to a wealth of resources including UPSU (Plymouth Student Union), Study Skills Guides and using the portal. You will automatically have a Plymouth University e-mail account accessed through myEdesk, calendar, contacts, (OWA) structured as follows: . Your password will always be given in this format Dob.dd/mm/yyyy e.g Dob.10/07/1984 . You can change your password once into the portal however please make sure it is something memorable as you will need it throughout your studies. There are instructions located on the on how to forward your University emails to your preferred email address to ensure you obtain the necessary Plymouth communications throughout your studies. To change your password at any time - click on the ‘Change Password’ on the top right hand side of the homepage. If you have forgotten your passwords please go to and you can reset it easily. Alternatively you can go to HE Operations who will be able to reset it for you as well. To access the portal type into your browser OR if you want to go in via the extranet type and then click on Internal Students. Enter the username and password given to you from your programme manager or Learning Resource Staff member. The Student Community on the Portal signposts you to many resources including: E-resources, journals, databases - click on the myEdesk, Library, Media & IT (TIS) University student services and learning resources Link into UPSU, the University’s Student Union Academic information and regulations including the University student handbook How to work safely on the web
Assessment Schedules and Feedback Each Programme has a designated Moodle page which houses further details of each of the modules contained with a programme. A full assessment schedule will be available via Moodle. Any changes made to the schedule will be done in consultation with the student body and will be fully communicated to the students that are affected.
(50-59%) Good a good knowledge and confident understanding that meets module specific learning outcomes and assessment criteria a good awareness of relevant literature/resources a good level of skill in interpretation, analysis and evaluation application of some theory to practice identify some important factors present a logical argument/explanation contain correct citation and referencing may contain some errors of grammar, punctuation and spelling (40-49%) Adequate an adequate knowledge and understanding that meets module specific learning outcomes and assessment criteria a limited awareness of relevant literature/resources an adequate level of skill in interpretation, analysis and evaluation adequate application of theory to practice make an adequate attempt to distinguish relevant material assemble it into a limited argument/explanation contain adequate citation and referencing that is generally accurate may contain some errors of grammar, punctuation and spelling (25-39%) Unsatisfactory poor and generalised knowledge and understanding that does not meet module specific learning outcomes and assessment criteria little or no awareness of relevant literature/resources a poor level of skill in interpretation, analysis and evaluation inappropriate or inadequate application of theory to practice make an inadequate attempt to shape an argument/explanation at a basic level lack logical structure and/or be unselective be uncited/unreferenced or display frequent errors in citation/referencing may contain intrusive errors of grammar, punctuation and spelling (0-25%) Inadequate at HE level.. X No attempt to use relevant literature Little or no relevant factual content Has little apparent understanding of the concepts relevant to this area of study Little or no interpretation or analysis of information Little or no idea of relevant theoretical background or its application No conventional structure to report Spelling / grammatical errors make report incomprehensible Explanations illogical or non-existent
4 and 5 Agriculture, forestry, agricultural sciences, food sciences and consumer sciences Benchmark Page 9, 13, 17, 18, 19 Recall knowledge based on the directly taught programme. Demonstrate an understanding of subject-specific theories, paradigms, concepts and principles. Achieve a level of specialist knowledge and understanding which allows them to work adaptably within the broad agricultural industry or a cognate field of activity. Be able to follow current practice and adapt to future developments. Recognise the existence of moral and ethical issues associated with the subject. Appreciate the need for professional codes of conduct. Be aware of the ethical issues related to the use and exploitation of biological Lectures and tutorials Directed independent study Learning from work experience a / d a / d a / c c / d b / c a a/ b / c / d a/ c/ d a/ c/ d food sciences and sciences (AFAS) p 9 AFAS Key knowledge and understanding is assessed via a combination of multiple choice tests, examinations, essays, presentations and seminar performances. All Stage and of to
entities Be aware of risk assessment, accident prevention and safety issues in [conservation related] agricultural practice p 13 K and U is developed through a range of different learning opportunities and assessment tasks. These tasks are designed to drawn on existing understanding so the student can progress own knowledge and understanding through discussion, reflective activities, personal case studies and taught sessions. Learning material is up to date and reflects the professionalism of the Conservation and Countryside Management sector. Agriculture, forestry, agricultural sciences, food sciences and consumer sciences Benchmark P 9, 10, 13 All stage modules Critiques and an understanding of rival theories and frameworks Intelligent application of appropriate principles in assessing policy or practice Problem solving and research skills Analyse, synthesise and summarise information Demonstrate the ability to consider issues from a range of multi-disciplinary and inter-disciplinary perspectives Use a range of information sources, Appraise academic literature and other sources of information Class exercises Tutorial/seminar discussions Feedback via coursework assessment process (essays etc) For example: Policy and practice analysis in surgeries Computer-based practicals on data and measurement problems a b / d b / c b / c / d b / c / d b / c a / b / AFAS p 9 AFAS p 10 AFAS Assessed discussions Examinations/tests Coursework/group work on practical application questions
building upon this knowledge in relation to practice. Function effectively as a member of a team and contribute to an organisation improved effectiveness in the workplace develop an interest in lifelong learning & personal development. Demonstrate competencies associated with key functions in this area. Work Based Learning is embedded throughout level 6 of this programme. Assignments require students to complete observations, reflect on practice and apply theory to practice. These activities make a clear link between academic theoretical learning and that of professional Conservation and Countryside Management..
In class test 100% Understand the process of planning research studies and the importance of ethical considerations. Demonstrate the ability to design research studies in order to generate reliable data. Identify appropriate data collection and analysis methods to test hypotheses and therefore reach conclusions about research questions Coursework Research proposal 100% Practical 100% REFERRAL ASSESSMENT Assessed Module Learning Outcomes Element Category Component Name Component Weighting Written exam 100% In-class test 100% Coursework (in lieu of the original assessment) 100%
Undertake an investigative study of an appropriate selected programme specific topic of potential use to the industry and designing a suitable collection and analytical protocol Compile a written report comprising a summary, an academic introduction to the topic under investigation, and a report on the data collection, analysis and results, and give a presentation of the findings Appraise own strengths and weaknesses, and areas requiring further development, as part of the continuing Personal Development Plan (PDP). Coursework Literature review, methods and results (FORMATIVE) Final Report (LO1&2) Reflective Account (LO3) 0% 60% 10% Undertake an investigative study of an appropriate selected programme specific topic of potential use to the industry and designing a suitable collection and analytical protocol Practical Poster Presentation (content and defence 50% each) 30% To be completed when presented for Minor Change approval and/or annually updated Updated by: Anna Walker Date: 14/07/2017 Approved by: Date: XX/XX/XXXX
Total 100 (NB: 1 credit = 10 hours or learning; 10 credits = 100 hours, etc) Category Element Component Name Component Weighting Comments include links to learning objectives Written exam E_ % Total = 100% T_ % Total = 100% Coursework C1 Report 100% Total = 100% On workshops ALO1-4 Practical P_ % Total = 100% Updated by: Nick Taylor Date: 10/08/13 Approved by: HE Operations Date: 17/09/16 Recommended Texts and Sources: BWPi: Birds of the Western Palearctic Interactive - DVD ROM OUP/BirdGuides Ltd BirdGuides Handbook of the Birds of Europe, the Middle East and North Africa OUP [out of print] Field Studies Council AIDGAP and taxonomic keys FBA Taxonomic keys JNCC Herpetofauna Workers Guide Linnean Society Synopses of the British Fauna Mammal Society taxonomic keys Preston CD, DA Pearman and TD Dines 2002 New Atlas of the British and Irish Flora Oxford University Press Stace C 1999 Field Flora of the British Isles Cambridge University Press SECTION A: DEFINITIVE MODULE RECORD. Proposed changes must be submitted via Faculty Quality Procedures for approval and issue of new module code. MODULE CODE: CORR2022 MODULE TITLE: Conservation Work Placement
Assessed Module Learning Outcomes Element Category Component Name Component Weighting Written exam 0% In-class test 0% • Work effectively for an extended time period within the estate and farm enterprise sector (ALO1) • Engage and communicate within a professional network associate with rural economy (ALO2). • Appraise and reflect on their own professional development appropriate with the estate and farm enterprise management (ALO3). Coursework Referral Assignment 1 100% Practical 0% To be completed when presented for Minor Change approval and/or annually updated Updated by: Philippa Ingle Date: 05/09/2017 Approved by: HE Operations Date: