13. Programme Structures 14. Awards and Credits Level Module Code Module Title Credit rating Level 5 AA2051 AA2052 AA2053 AA2054 AA2055 AA2056 AA2057 The Milky Way Galaxies beyond the Milky Way Ultraviolet, Optical and Infrared Astronomy Exploring the Solar System Solar Astrophysics Solar-Stellar Connection Astrobiology 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 Diploma of Higher Education Astronomy Requires 240 credits including a minimum of 100 at Level 5 or above. Level 4 AA1051 AA1053 AA1055 AA1056 AA1057 AA1058 AA1059 AA1066 Introduction to Astronomy Introduction to Cosmology IT for Astronomy Energy, Matter and the Universe Investigations in Astronomy Sun, Earth and Climate Introduction to Astrobiology Great Astronomers in History 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 Certificate of Higher Education in Astronomy Requires 120 credits at Level 4 or above. 15. Personal Development Planning It is particularly important that the PDP offered by our courses is optional and flexible. Currently the following opportunities for PDP exist: • The admissions process includes interaction between Course Leader and applicant, advising on suitability of the course, given a student’s aspirations for short or long-term study. • The induction process, using Handbook and Elearn links, provides opportunities for students to use the University’s Skills and PDP resources. • The Distance Learning courses provide a structured environment for independent learning and time management, to pace study and meet coursework deadlines. • Self-test exercises encourage students to assess their academic progress within a module. 16. Admissions criteria Students who enter the programme within 2 years of completing full-time school education would normally be expected to have a UCAS tariff of at least 320 points including: • two A2 level passes (or equivalent) in any subjects • and a pass in a science/technology subject at A2 level • grade C passes in GCSE English and Mathematics. Mature students and those without formal qualifications meeting the admissions criteria will be considered in the light of their ability to benefit and their commitment to degree level study. The latter may be demonstrated (for instance) by successful completion of the Certificate of Higher Education or other relevant courses at University level. A2 or A-level study of maths or science is advantageous but not compulsory. 17. Key sources of information about the programme Student Handbook Astronomy Module Catalogue
13. Programme Structures 14. Awards and Credits Level Module Code Module Title Credit rating Level 4 AA1051 AA1053 AA1055 AA1056 AA1057 AA1058 AA1059 AA1066 Introduction to Astronomy Introduction to Cosmology IT for Astronomy Energy, Matter and the Universe Investigations in Astronomy Sun, Earth and Climate Introduction to Astrobiology Great Astronomers in History 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 Certificate of Higher Education Astronomy Requires 120 credits at Level 4 or above. 15. Personal Development Planning It is particularly important that the PDP offered by our courses is optional and flexible. Currently the following opportunities for PDP exist: • The admissions process includes interaction between Course Leader and applicant, advising on suitability of the course, given a student’s aspirations for short or long-term study. • The induction process, using Handbook and Elearn links, provides opportunities for students to use the University’s Skills and PDP resources. • The Distance Learning courses provide a structured environment for independent learning and time management, to pace study and meet coursework deadlines. • Self-test exercises encourage students to assess their academic progress within a module. 16. Admissions criteria Entry to the Cert HE will normally be via the successful completion of at least one University Certificate, preferably the University Certificate in Astronomy (or equivalent.) Applicants for the Certificate in Higher Education in Astronomy will therefore normally have GCSE grade C in Mathematics and English or equivalent, as required for the individual certificates. 17. Key sources of information about the programme Student Handbook Astronomy Module Catalogue uclan website www.StudyAstronomy.com Factsheets
13. Programme Structures 14. Awards and Credits Level Module Code Module Title Credit rating Level 4 AA1053 Introduction to Cosmology 20 University Certificate in Cosmology Requires 20 credits at Level 4: AA1053. 15. Personal Development Planning It is particularly important that the PDP offered by our courses is optional and flexible. Currently the following opportunities for PDP exist: • The admissions process includes interaction between Course Leader and applicant, advising on suitability of the course, given a student’s aspirations for short or long-term study. • The induction process, using Handbook and Elearn links, provides opportunities for students to use the University’s Skills and PDP resources. • The Distance Learning courses provide a structured environment for independent learning and time management, to pace study and meet coursework deadlines. • Self-test exercises encourage students to assess their academic progress within a module. 16. Admissions criteria To study the University Certificate in Cosmology students are normally required to have GCSE grade C in Mathematics or its equivalent high school qualification. 17. Key sources of information about the programme Student Handbook Astronomy Module Catalogue uclan website www.StudyAstronomy.com Factsheets
18. Curriculum Skills Map Programme Learning Outcomes Level Module Code Module Title Core (C) or Option (O) Knowledge and understanding Subject-specific Skills Thinking Skills Other skills relevant to employability and personal development A1 A2 B1 B2 B3 C1 C2 C3 D1 D2 D3 LEVEL 4 AA1053 Introduction to Cosmology C Note: Mapping to other external frameworks, e.g. professional/statutory bodies, will be included within Student Course Handbooks
13. Programme Structures 14. Awards and Credits Level Module Code Module Title Credit rating Level 4 AA1056 Matter, Energy and the Universe 20 University Certificate in Physics for Astronomy Requires 20 credits at Level 4: AA1056. 15. Personal Development Planning It is particularly important that the PDP offered by our courses is optional and flexible. Currently the following opportunities for PDP exist: • The admissions process includes interaction between Course Leader and applicant, advising on suitability of the course, given a student’s aspirations for short or long-term study. • The induction process, using Handbook and Elearn links, provides opportunities for students to use the University’s Skills and PDP resources. • The Distance Learning courses provide a structured environment for independent learning and time management, to pace study and meet coursework deadlines. • Self-test exercises encourage students to assess their academic progress within a module. 16. Admissions criteria To study the University Certificate in Physics for Astronomy students are normally required to have GCSE grade C in Mathematics or its equivalent high school qualification. 17. Key sources of information about the programme Student Handbook Astronomy Module Catalogue uclan website www.StudyAstronomy.com Factsheets
18. Curriculum Skills Map Programme Learning Outcomes Level Module Code Module Title Core (C) or Option (O) Knowledge and understanding Subject-specific Skills Thinking Skills Other skills relevant to employability and personal development A1 A2 A3 B1 C1 C2 D1 D2 LEVEL 4 AA1056 Energy, Matter and the Universe C Note: Mapping to other external frameworks, e.g. professional/statutory bodies, will be included within Student Course Handbooks