Diploma Supplement Transforming lives, inspiring change General description of the modular programme arrangements and requirements for taught awards This Supplement is issued by The of The supplement is issued in two sections as follows: Northampton and it follows the model developed by the European i. A ‘Transcript’ sheet, setting out individual and academic Commissions, the Council of Europe and UNESCO/CEPES. The information regarding an individual holder of a validated award purpose of the supplement is to provide sufficient independent from The University of Northampton; data to improve international transparency and fair academic ii. This document, a general description of the modular and professional recognition of qualifications (, degrees, framework arrangements and the requirements of certificates, etc.). It is designed to provide a description of the taught awards at the University. nature, level, context, content and status of studies that were undertaken and successfully completed by the individual named The two sections do not constitute a Diploma Supplement unless on the original qualification certificate to which this supplement they have been issued together in support of an official certificate is appended. It should be free from any value judgements, confirming the award of a degree or other academic qualification. equivalence statements or suggestions about recognition.

1. Information identifying the holder of the qualification

1.1 Family Name The University Reference No. shown is the unique Identification 1.2 Given Name Number for a student registered at The University of Northampton, or one of its affiliated or accredited colleges (see 2.4). The HESA 1.3 Date of Birth Reference shown is the unique national reference number provided 1.4 Student Identification Number by the UK Higher Statistics Agency for students registered at are shown on the transcript element of this supplement. a state university in the UK.

2. Information identifying the qualification

2.1 Name of the qualification and the title conferred Education with Others: is shown on the transcript element of this supplement. A list of Partner institutions is available from 2.2 Main field(s) of study for the qualification http://www.northampton.ac.uk/about-us/governance-and- is shown on the transcript element of this supplement. management/quality-and-standards/education-with-others/ 2.3 Name and status of the awarding institution (in For students at these institutions who have been awarded a degree original language) or other academic award of The University of Northampton, the The University of Northampton, a university established under a transcript element of this Diploma Supplement is provided by the Charter from the Privy Council, was awarded full university title and University. research degree awarding powers in 2005. It is recognized by the UK 2.5 Language of instruction/examination authorities as having the power to award its own degrees. The power The language of instruction and assessment for all programmes to award degrees is protected by UK statute. or study leading to an award of The University of Northampton is 2.4 Name and status of institution administering studies English unless otherwise approved by senate. An example of such if different from 2.3) (in original language) an exception is when the subject or programme of study is another All or some of the students at the following partner organisations language. follow degree or other programmes of study validated by the University as leading to one of its academic awards. These institutions are recognised by the UK authorities as being able to offer courses leading to a degree of a recognised body such as the University.

3. Information on the level of the qualification

3.1 Level of qualification The University’s undergraduate and taught postgraduate programmes lead to one of the following awards. Summary of the minimum attendance, study and credit requirements for awards The following summary is derived from the University’s Regulations, which should be consulted for full and precise details of the requirements for specific awards - see www.northampton.ac.uk

2 I The University of Northampton Diploma Supplement EHAE Cycle EW & NI HE UK National highest level Qualifications (see Section 8) (see Section 8) to be passed at Minimum credits Framework Level ECTS equivalence full time duration Normal minimum Qualification Level volume to be passed volume to be taken * Total minimum credit Total minimum credit

Professional Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) 3 years 360 360 8 180 Doctor of Professional Practice (DProfPrac) 3 years 360 360 8 180 Master of Professional Practice (MProf) 3 years 120 120 7 120 Masters Master of Arts (MA) Master of Business Administration (MBA) 1 year 180 180 7 180 90 M Second Master of Clinical Research (MClinRes) (LLM) (MSc) 8 mths 120 120 7 120 60 M Second 4 mths 60 60 7 60 30 M Second Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) 1 year 120 120 7 60 60 M Second Bachelor (Honours) (BA Hons) 3 years 360 360 6 120 180 H First Administration (BBA Hons) (BEng Hons) (LLB Hons) (BSc Hons) Bachelor Bachelor of Arts (BA) 3 years 300 300 6 60 150 H First Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Bachelor of Science (BSc) Professional Award Professional Diploma Professional 1 year 120 120 6 120 60 H Certificate in Education 1 year 120 120 5 120 60 I 1 year 120 120 6 120 60 H Graduate Certificate 1 year 60 60 6 60 30 H Foundation Degree Foundation Degree in the Arts (FdA) 2 years 240 240 5 120 120 I Short Foundation Degree in Science (FdSc) Diploma of (DipHE) 2 years 240 240 5 120 120 I Short Certificate of Higher Education 1 year 120 120 4 120 120 I Short (HND) 2 years 240 240 5 120 120 I Short Higher National Certificate (HNC) 18 mths 160 160 5 60 80 I Short

M Masters; H - Honours; I - Intermediate * in some awards, some ‘credit to be taken’ requirements may be fulfilled through the University’s APcL/APeL arrangements Section 7 of this Diploma Supplement shows the place of the University’s awards in the national educational awards structure for , Wales and Northern Ireland and in the European educational cycles

The University of Northampton Diploma Supplement I 3 3.2 Official Length of the Programme Applicants must demonstrate a sufficient command of the English language to allow them to succeed on the course. Where English The normal minimum duration of full-time studies is shown under is not the first language or the applicant has not been educated 3.1 as the number of ‘programme years’ (i.e. years of full-time mainly in English, s/he should possess a recognised English study which may be undertaken over a longer period by part-time Language qualification at the approved level (normally IELTS at 6.5 or students) required for the University’s awards. For second cycle, equivalent). postgraduate taught awards (Masters, PGDip and PGCert) the standard Masters programme year comprises a committed workload Undergraduate Programmes of at least 1800 hours (100 notional learning hours per 10 credits). Applicants are normally expected to achieve one of the qualifications For short and first cycle undergraduate awards (Bachelors, GradDip, listed as meeting the University’s general entry requirements. AdvDip, FD, DipHE, CertHE, Diplomas and Certificates) the standard Qualifications the University considers to be of sufficient rigour programme year comprises a committed workload of at least 1200 and subject to an acceptable quality assurance regime, including hours (100 notional learning hours per 10 credits). Where the qualifications from other countries, may be accepted provided required duration of full-time studies is less than a year it is shown as that they are deemed to be equivalent to those listed and that months. Programme durations may vary according to the discipline: they provide an appropriate basis for further study on a specific the actual number of programme years studied is shown on the programme. Applicants may also be considered on the basis of transcript element of this supplement. relevant experience acquired through employment, voluntary activity, 3.3 Access requirements independent study, etc. and/or recent formal study. Applicants Postgraduate Taught Programmes should normally demonstrate breadth as well as depth of study in their education. Applicants for Postgraduate awards are normally expected to have achieved a first or second class or Postgraduate Applicants must demonstrate a sufficient command of the English Diploma of a UK University, or its equivalent in terms of experience language to allow them to succeed on the course. Where English relevant to the programme of study. Qualifications the University is not the first language or the applicant has not been educated considers to be of sufficient rigour and subject to an acceptable mainly in English, s/he should possess a recognised English quality assurance regime, including qualifications from other Language qualification at the approved level (normally IELTS at 6.0 or countries, will be accepted provided that they are deemed to be equivalent). equivalent to the above and that they provide an appropriate basis for further study on a specific programme.

4. Information on the contents and results gained

4.1 Mode of Study defined cross section of modules from the programme for the award concerned, with the grades being weighted in line with the Studies are full-time unless part-time or distance learning studies are credit value of the modules concerned. The classification systems indicated on the transcript element of this supplement. are operated for undergraduate and postgraduate awards are 4.2 Programme Requirements described in the regulations for the University's Framework http:// www.northampton.ac.uk/about-us/governance-and-management/ The University publishes the learning outcomes of its programme university-policies-procedures-and-regulations/ and its individual modules in the Programme and Module Specifications can be found here http://www.northampton.ac.uk/ Award and Classification about-us/governance-and-management/quality-and-standards/ A student’s eligibility for an award is determined on the basis of their: programme-and-module-specifications/ • meeting the requirements of the relevant Regulations i.e. Details of programme requirements for studies at one of the obtaining sufficient credits at the appropriate level(s) in the University's partners are available from the partners' websites. prescribed manner; (see 2.4). • meeting the requirements of the Programme Specification 4.3 Programme details (modules or units studied and concerned to satisfy the programme outcomes through passing individual grades/marks/credits obtained). all compulsory and sufficient optional/elective modules; are shown on the transcript element of this supplement. • through achieving a ‘Classification Average’ or ‘Award Average’

grade/mark, calculated as the average (weighted mean) of the 4.4 Grading Scheme and, if available, grade distribution marks/grades achieved in the requisite defined cross-section of and guidance those modules taken in the relevant programme year(s), which is Full details of the University’s grading and awarding arrangements equal to or greater than the prescribed minimum Classification/ are published in the University’s framework regulations. Most Award Average pass grade/mark. University of Northampton awards are covered by the University’s The ‘Classification Average/Award Average’ mark obtained modular Framework (UMF). determines any classification of the award in accordance with the The regulations are available from http://www.northampton. information on classification of awards in the relevant Regulations, ac.uk/about-us/governance-and-management/university-policies- available at http://www.northampton.ac.uk/about-us/governance- procedures-and-regulations/ and-management/university-policies-procedures-and-regulations/

The University’s classification arrangements are designed to be 4.5 Overall Classification of the qualification consistent with the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) framework for (in original language): higher education qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, taking due account of the relationship between assessment is shown on the transcript element of this supplement. arrangements and programme learning outcomes. The classification systems are based on averaging the grades obtained across a

4 I The University of Northampton Diploma Supplement 5. Information on the function of the qualification

5.1 Access to further study requirements for membership. The accreditation/recognition of one A Masters degree of the University gives access to postgraduate of the University’s programmes by one or more of these professional research (Doctoral) programmes. bodies may be on the basis that the programme meets in full its membership requirements or that success in the University's A Bachelors degree of the University normally with second class examinations, possibly at a prescribed level of attainment, gives honours or above gives access to taught postgraduate study. exemption from all or some of the professional body's membership 5.2 Professional Status (if applicable) examinations. Holders of University awards accredited/recognised The University provides programmes of education and training for by such a professional body may apply for membership of that nurses, midwives and school teachers which are subject to statutory body on an individual basis and thereafter maintain or extend regulation by the UK Government. their membership by continuing to meet the professional Other professions may be regulated by a specialist college, society body's requirements which usually include payment of or institute with its own individually prescribed examinations and annual membership fees.

6. Additional information

6.1 Additional Information 6. Gather information systematically to establish facts and demonstrate resourcefulness when solving problems. Candidates for the University's awards who have been awarded credit relating to certain courses of study, either at The University of 7. Demonstrate initiative and self-motivation, working Northampton or at another approved educational establishment, or independently (within boundaries), utilising effective time- who are able to evidence significant experiential learning, may be management, and able to self-reflect to improve on eligible for special consideration under the policies and procedures performance. for credit accumulation and transfer for the granting of exemption 8. Demonstrate the ability to motivate and inspire (within from modules. Where applicable, such study exemptions are shown boundaries), utilising effective time-management, and able on the transcript element of this supplement. to self-reflect to improve on performance. Programmes of study may include requirements for substantial study 9. Demonstrate the ability to motivate and inspire others; or work experience (industrial placements) outside the University showing guidance and direction whilst accommodating which may be reflected in the programme title as detailed in the differences in opinion. award information and/or identified in the other information given in the transcript element of this supplement. 10. Recognising opportunities that have potential to improve methods of working; demonstrating both business and Where modules contributing to an award of the University have customer awareness. been taken under the University’s arrangements for collaborative programmes (i.e. programmes are offered jointly with other 11. Influence, persuade, and negotiate with others whilst and colleges) these modules and the location of studies being adaptable to their ideas in order to reach goals are identified in the transcript element of this supplement. benefitting the organisation. Each graduate of the University can provide their own examples to Graduates of the University of Northampton are encouraged to demonstrate the level to which that they are able to:- participate in a range of extracurricular activities designed to develop the skills required to be active agents within the job market. 1. Clearly communicate both verbally and in writing; listen actively to what people say, ask effective questions and Graduates will be able to provide examples of the activities present ideas to a wide range of people. they undertook and will include work experience, part time jobs, volunteering, involvement with community activities, and 2. Work effectively as part of a team to meet shared engagement with the students union. In addition the graduate may objectives; sharing information and making suggestions, have experienced overseas learning opportunities, and engagement acknowledging the strengths and weaknesses of colleagues, with other employers that has broadened their understanding of the and resolving disagreements or conflicts. work place. The University will not be able to verify these activities. 3. Demonstrate a positive attitude towards work; displaying 6.2 Further Information Sources perseverance and enthusiasm to tasks, and being a resourceful, flexible and resilient individual. The University's website is www.northampton.ac.uk 4. Establish and maintain working/communicative Further information about arrangements for Higher Education in relationships with others to gain supportive networks for the UK is obtainable from The UK National Academic Recognition sharing information. Information Centre (NARIC/ENIC), ECCTIS 2000, Oriel House, Oriel Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 1XP United Kingdom 5. Plan, organise and deliver work initiatives effectively whilst evaluating and reviewing methods and actions used.

The University of Northampton Diploma Supplement I 5 7. Information on the national higher education system

Description of Higher , Wales and Northern Ireland In England, Wales and Northern Ireland , Higher Education Quality Assurance institutions are independent, self-governing bodies active in teaching, research and scholarship and established by Royal Charter or Academic standards are established and maintained by higher legislation. Most are part- funded by government. education institutions themselves using an extensive and sophisticated range of shared quality assurance approaches and Higher Education (HE) is provided by many different types of structures. Standards and quality in institutions are underpinned by institution. In addition to universities and university colleges, whose Charters and statutes are made through the Privy Council universal use of external examiners, a standard set of indicators and which advises the Queen on the granting of Royal Charters and other reports and by the activities of the QAA and in professional incorporation of universities, there are a number of publicly- areas by relevant Professional and Statutory Bodies. This ensures designated and autonomous institutions within the higher education that institutions meet national expectations described in the FHEQ: sector. About ten per cent of higher education provision is available subject benchmark (character) statements, the Code of Practice and in colleges of by the authority of another duly a system of programme specifications. QAA conducts peer-review empowered institution. Teaching to prepare students for the award based audits and reviews of higher education institutions with the of higher education qualifications can be conducted in any higher education institution or further education college. opportunity for subject-based review as the need arises. Accuracy and adequacy of quality-related information published by the higher Degree awarding powers and the title 'university' education institutions is also reviewed. QAA reviews also cover higher All the universities and many of the higher education colleges have education programmes taught in further education institutions. legal power to develop their own courses and award their own degrees, and determine the conditions on which they are awarded: Credit Systems some HE colleges and specialist institutions without these powers There is a national credit system in place in Wales which embraces offer programmes, with varying extents of devolved authority, all post-16 education. Around 75% of institutions in England and leading to the degrees of an institution which does have them. Northern Ireland (around 85% of students) belong to credit systems All universities in existence before 2005 have the power to award degrees on the basis of completion of taught courses and the power consortia. There are local credit systems in some other institutions. to award research degrees. From 2005, institutions in England and QCA is developing a system intended for further education in Wales that award only taught degrees ('first' and 'second cycle') and England, the Framework for Achievement, designed to articulate with which meet certain numerical criteria, may also be permitted to use higher education. Many institutions use credit points for students the title 'university'. Higher education institutions that award only transferring between programmes or institutions, and use European taught degrees but which do not meet the numerical criteria may Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) for transfers within apply to use the title 'university college', although not all choose to the European area and to recognise learning gained by students on do so. exchange visits with institutions elsewhere in Europe. All of these institutions are subject to the same regulatory quality assurance and funding requirements as universities; and all Admission institutions decide for themselves which students to admit and which The most common qualification for entry to higher education is the staff to appoint. General Certificate of Education at 'Advanced' (A)-level (including Degrees and other higher education qualifications are legally owned the 'advanced supplementary'). Other qualifications for entry are the by the awarding institution, not by the state. Advanced Vocational Certificate of Education, the kite-marked Access Qualifications Certificate or other qualifications located in the National Qualification Framework (NQF) level 3 Advanced, or the equivalent according The types of qualifications awarded by higher education institutions at sub-degree and undergraduate (first cycle) and postgraduate to the Credit and Qualifications Framework in Wales, including the level (second and third cycles) are described in the Framework for Welsh Baccalaureate and qualifications in the Scottish Credit and Higher Education Qualifications for in England, Wales and Northern Qualifications Framework. A-levels are normally taken by students Ireland (FHEQ), including qualifications descriptors, developed with in their 13th year of school or at a college of further education the sector by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA - established in and comprise up to three or four specialist subjects studied in 1997 as an independent UK-wide body to monitor the standard considerable depth, involving coursework and final examinations. of higher education provision - www.qaa.ac.uk). The Qualifications Part-time and mature students may enter with these qualifications or and Curriculum Authority (QCA), the Qualifications Curriculum and Assessment Authority for Wales (ACCAC) and the Council for alternatives with evidenced equivalent prior learning and experience. Curriculum Examinations and Assessment (CCEA), (Northern Ireland) Institutions will admit students whom they believe to have the have established the National Qualifications Framework, which is potential to complete their programmes successfully and set their aligned with the FHEQ as shown overleaf with typical credit values. requirements for entry to particular programmes accordingly. These authorities regulate a number of professional, statutory and other awarding bodies which control qualifications at HE and other National Recognition Centre for the United Kingdom (NARIC), levels. Version 3, 17 February 2005, please see www.naric.org.uk Foundation degrees, designed to create intermediate awards 1 The UK has a system of devolved government, including for higher education, to Scotland, to strongly oriented towards specific employment opportunities, were Wales and to Northern Ireland. This description is approved by the High Level Policy Forum which includes representatives of the Department for Education and Skills (DfES), Scottish Executive, the introduced in 2001 and are available in England, Wales and Northern Welsh Assembly Government, the Higher Education Funding Councils for England, Scotland and Ireland. In terms of the European HE Area they are 'short cycle' Wales, the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA), Universities UK (UUK), the Standing Conference of qualifications within the first cycle. Principals and the National Recognition Information Centre for the UK (UK NARIC).

6 I The University of Northampton Diploma Supplement Diagram of higher education levels in England, Wales and Northern Ireland

National Qualifications Framework for Higher European HE Area Cycle/ Progression with selection Framework * Education Qualifications ** typical credits of students

8 D (doctoral) Third cycle D Specialist Award Doctorates (540 where appropriate)

M (Masters) 7 Second cycle M Masters degrees, Postgraduate Level 7 Diploma (180/120/60) Diplomas and Certificates H (Honours) H 6 Bachelors degrees, Graduate First cycle Level 6 Diploma Diplomas and Certificates (360) I

I (Intermediate) 5 Diplomas of Higher Education Short cycle C Level 5 BTEC Higher and Further Education, (240) National Diploma Foundation Degrees, Higher National Diplomas

4 C (Certificate) (120) Level 4 Certificate Certificate of Higher Education

Entry 3 Level 3 Certificate * QCA/ACCAC/CCEA (non-HE) Level 3 NVQ ** QAA A levels

Entry to each level of the Framework for Higher 2 Education Qualifications is possible from the next lower level in the National Qualifications Level 2 Diploma Framework for Higher Education for s­with the Level 2 NVQ necessary pre-requisites. GCSEs grades A* - C Typically, one undergraduate academic year is 120 credits (60 ECTS)

1 Level 1 Diploma Level 1 NVQ GCSEs grades D - G

Entry Entry Level Certificate in Adult

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