MSc in Engineering Project Management ECT030 MSc in Engineering Project Management (Evening) ECT105

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1 Faculty of Engineering and Computing Taught Postgraduate Programmes Department of Mechanical, Automotive and Manufacturing Engineering Programme Specification for: MSc in Engineering Project Management ECT030 MSc in Engineering Project Management (Evening) ECT105 January

2 Contents Introduction Part 1: Programme Specification Page 1-10 Basic Programme information Educational Aims of the Programme 5 12 Intended Learning Outcomes Programme Structure and Requirements Support for Students and their Learning Criteria for Admission Methods for Evaluation and Enhancing the Quality and Standards of Teaching and learning Regulation of Assessment Indicators of Quality and Standards Additional Information List of mandatory and core option modules Curriculum Map 14 Part 2: Supporting information 1 Relationship to the national Qualifications Framework, Subject Benchmarks and Professional/Statutory Body requirements 15 2 Teaching and Learning Strategy 15 3 Assessment Strategy 16 4 Programme/Course management 16 5 Entry Requirements and Selection Procedures 16 6 Compliance with the University s Academic Regulations and Current Legislation 16 2

3 Introduction Engineering Project Management (EPM) MSc degree prepares you for managing organisational change through projects. Most organisations are now project-based and projects are becoming extensively and increasingly technically complex. This is projected to be the trend in years to come. The concept and content of professional project management remain the same, although the context might be different both locally and globally. It is, therefore, imperative that project managers involved in multi-faceted projects must possess skill-set that will enable them to operate seamlessly in both local and international industries. The course aims to provide you with an understanding of planning, monitoring and control techniques required to deliver a very successful project. This course will help technical managers improve their project management skills. We have a high level of successful Engineering and Project Management graduates. This programme takes a high level, critical and evaluative view of the subject, emphasising managerial and strategic use of the tools and techniques of project management. The programme is closely linked with the industry as our industrial partners, SAIC Motor Limited (formerly known as MG Rovers Motor) reviews all our Module offerings annually to ensure that it meets industrial standards, such that graduates from this programme are employable as Project Managers after successfully completing their programme. They also send Senior Project Management Directors to deliver prestigious PM lecture(s) and sponsors awards at Graduation for EPM Overall Best Student Award and EPM Best Thesis student. These awards are given out by the organisation at our graduation in November every year. This programme is also accredited by the Association for Project Management (APM) having fulfilled the requirements stipulated by APM. This means you will be studying a programme accredited by the main Project Management professional body. On successful completion you should learn how to manage projects successfully, fulfilling the industry s requirements. Some of the students who studied EPM have been gainfully employed in different organisations worldwide, such as: Jaguar Land Rover, UK Saudi Aramco PepsiCo International BMW Coventry University, UK Chevron Corporation DHL Ltd PDS Protek AS, Norway Axillium Research, UK Caparo AP Braking Ltd, UK The techniques gained from this programme can be adapted to manage what, up until recently, were considered operational procedures. You will learn to appreciate the human dynamics of project teams with respect to leadership, communication and teamwork. Hopefully, you will be able to apply advanced project management tools and techniques to complex and troubled projects at the end of your programme. This course has two entry points, September and January. 3

4 Part 1: Programme Specification for Engineering Project Management 1 Available Award(s) and Modes of Study Title of Award * Mode of attendance* UCAS Code FHEQ Level* MSc in Engineering Project Management PgD and PgC qualifications are available as exit awards MSc FT 1year MSc PT 3 Years 7 2 Awarding Institution/Body * Coventry University 3 Collaboration None 4 Teaching Institution and Location of delivery* 5 Internal Approval/Review Dates Coventry University Date of review: 2014/15 Date of next review: 2017/18 6 Programme Accredited by* Association for Project Management (APM) 7 Accreditation Date and Duration 8 QAA Subject Benchmark Statement(s) and/or other external factors * 19 th March, th March, 2017 National Qualifications Framework QAA Master s subject benchmark statement for awards in Engineering (2010) and also for Business and Management (2007) Guidance from Professional Bodies: Association for Project management (APM) 9 Date of Programme Specification * January Course Director * Dr Anthony Olomolaiye 4

5 11 Educational Aims of the Programme This course aims to prepare students for developing their careers in the areas of Project Management. The course introduces students to all the key aspects of managing projects, and to the required fields of general management necessary for a complete portfolio of project management skills and knowledge. The educational experience enables the students to achieve an integrated understanding of the operation and strategy of project management and to develop appropriate intellectual and personal skills. The specific course aims are: To provide the framework within which students can develop an analytical understanding of both the functional nature of business and the holistic nature of project management. To encourage students to demonstrate their capacity to enact, through projects, the principles of change management and become effective change agents in organisations. To provide students with the opportunities to develop a range of skills and the ability to apply a variety of project management tools and techniques. To stimulate a pro-active approach to organisational issues, which illustrates an understanding of the impact of the changing environment and the context within which project managers and organisations operate. To develop study skills needed to support the effective prosecution of the written, oral and group working aspects of assignments and individual research project. 12 Intended Learning Outcomes Section 21 maps the intended learning outcomes as described in the next section to the programmes mandatory and option modules (as listed in section 20). The principal teaching, learning and assessment methods normally used on the programme to achieve these learning outcomes are identified in the next section Knowledge and Understanding (KU) On successful completion of the programme students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of: KU1 KU2 KU3 KU4 KU5 Understand the key financial concepts appropriate to engineering business Express an understanding of the role of change management and be able to define working procedures and practices and meet client requirements within a legislative framework Understand a range of systematic approaches used in project planning monitoring and control Understand the different forms of contract requirements for an organisation Understand a range of advanced business and engineering management techniques to achieve competitive advantage The principal teaching, learning and assessment methods normally used to enable outcomes to be achieved and demonstrated are identified below: KU1 KU2 KU3 KU4 Teaching and Learning Lectures, tutorials and group discussions, case studies, selfstudy, Lectures, tutorials, group discussions, case studies, self study Lectures, tutorials, group discussions, case studies, simulation games, activity led learning Lectures, tutorials, group discussions, case studies, self study Assessment tests, written-reports, presentations and or computer tests, written-reports, presentations and or computer submissions tests, written-reports, presentations and or computer submissions tests, written-reports, presentations and or computer submissions 5

6 KU5 Lectures, tutorials, group discussions, case studies, simulation games, activity led learning tests, written-reports, presentations and or computer submissions 12.2 Cognitive (thinking) Skills (CS) On successful completion of the programme students should be able to: CS1 CS2 CS3 CS4 CS5 Evaluate financial information of both an external and internal nature for business decision making Evaluate appropriate philosophies, tools, techniques and systems associated with quality Analyse the existing HRM practices in an organisation in order to plan how to optimise and manage changes Assess the feasibility of a project integrating the technical, contractual and human resource elements Critically appraise the potential causes of disputes, liabilities, and breaches of contract and the basics of contract law. The principal teaching, learning and assessment methods normally used to enable outcomes to be achieved and demonstrated are identified below: CS1 CS2 CS3 CS4 CS5 Teaching and Learning Reading and study using the University Library, group discussions either seminar or web based, Activity Led Learning (ALL)/problem based scenarios in relevant industry Reading and study using the University Library, group discussions either seminar or web based, Activity Led Learning (ALL)/problem based scenarios in relevant industry Reading and study using the University Library, group discussions either seminar or web based, Activity Led Learning (ALL)/problem based scenarios in relevant industry Reading and study using the University Library, group discussions either seminar or web based, Activity Led Learning (ALL)/problem based scenarios in relevant industry Reading and study using the University Library, group discussions either seminar or web based, problem based scenarios in relevant industry Assessment 6

7 12.3 Practical Skills (PS) On successful completion of the programme students should be able to: PS1 PS2 PS3 PS4 PS5 Apply advanced financial techniques to secure a company s long-term financial stability Apply advanced business and project management techniques to the analysis and solutions across a wide range of business settings Plan and implement activities which will improve quality Apply project management techniques and tools in scheduling expediting, monitoring and controlling projects Plan and carry out an independent project or dissertation either to solve a real practical problem or to conduct research related to your chosen specialist area. The principal teaching, learning and assessment methods normally used to enable outcomes to be achieved and demonstrated are identified below: PS1 PS2 PS3 PS4 PS5 Teaching and Learning Class exercises including case studies and individual/group exercises and Activity Led Learning (ALL) Class exercises including case studies and individual/group exercises and Activity Led Learning (ALL) Class exercises including case studies and individual/group exercises and Activity Led Learning (ALL) Class exercises including case studies and individual/group exercises and Activity Led Learning (ALL) Independent research activities including literature review, data collection and analysis Assessment Written-reports and or computer 12.4 Transferable Skills (TS) On successful completion of the programme students should be able to: TS1 TS2 TS3 TS4 TS5 TS6 Effectively apply analytical and critical appraisal skills. Demonstrate a professional approach to written and oral presentations. Incorporate innovative and original ideas in the design and execution of a research or practically based project. Display an enhanced ability to engage in self-directed study and to construct and observe work schedules. Investigate complex problems and undertake research into a specialist subject area. Operate as part of a team with discipline and professionalism. Transferable/key skills are generally incorporated within modules and related to relevant assessments as appropriate. Self-directed learning forms an element of all modules and the necessity to work within tight deadlines is an essential requirement across the curriculum. The ability to communicate orally and in writing will be developed across the range of modules. The wide range of assessment techniques will ensure that students are given every opportunity to demonstrate their skills in these areas. 7

8 13 Programme Structure and Requirements, Levels, Modules, Credits and Awards Modules within the programme, their status (whether mandatory or options), the levels at which they are studied, their credit value and pre/co requisites are identified in section Background This programme is accredited by the Association of Project Management. Many of the modules adopt the activity lead learning approach which encourages students to investigate problems and pull down the knowledge to solve the issues. The programme also develops the transferable skills, including team work, which are essential in engineering management. The programme consists of eight mandatory modules followed by an individual MSc project. The table below lists the modules 1 to 8. Course Title: Engineering Project Management Module Code Module Title Credits M/O Pre/Co- Req** M04EKM Study Skills and Research Methods 10 M* None No M21EKM Financial Decision Making & Risk Analysis 15 M* None Yes M22EKM People Management 15 M* None Yes M28EKM Project Management 15 M* None No M29EKM Management of Quality 15 M* None Yes M40EKM Change Management 15 M None Yes M55EKM Contract Management 15 M None Yes M69EKM Global Engineering Strategy 15 M* None Yes M77EM Advanced Project Management 15 M None No M99EKM/ M76EM Master Dissertation/ Industry based Masters Dissertation 50 M* None No Condonable * Modules available as evening only delivery and attached as a core option with a title extension of (EVE) ** Pre-Requisite or Co-Requisite All Modules on this Programme are mandatory Course Structure for the Full-Time Students The full time structure operates on 3 semesters of 16 weeks each. It has been adopted as standard for all faculty post graduate courses. The full time students will study over a 1 year period as shown below. All taught modules are mandatory with no prerequisites, however it is envisaged that timetabling will schedule M28EKM before M77EM where possible. Each taught module will have 11 weeks of teaching followed by 3 study weeks and 2 assessment weeks. An optional Industrial project module has been included into the programmes to facilitate student internship over the project period. The internship is not guaranteed and will depend on both the availability of places and suitability of candidates. It is expected that any available internship place will require a student to be of distinction level with outstanding communication and personal skills. They will also be required to pass an internal / external interview 8

9 13.2 Delivery Typical Delivery Pattern September Start January Start M04EKM 10 Credits M22EKM 15 Credits Semester 1 Sept Start M28EKM 15 Credits Sept - Jan M29EKM 15 Credits M40EKM 15 Credits M21EKM 15 Credits M04MKM 10 Credits Semester 2 Sept Start M55EKM 15 Credits M21EKM 15 Credits Semester 1 Jan Start M69EKM 15 Credits M28EKM 15 Credits Jan - May M77EM 15 Credits M55EKM 15 Credits M69EKM 15 Credits Semester 3 Sept Start Semester 2 Jan Start May - Sept M99EKM 50 Credits/ M76EM 50 Credits M22EKM 15 Credits M29EKM 15 Credits M40EKM 15 Credits M77EM 15 Credits Semester 3 Jan Start Sept - Jan M99EKM 50 Credits/ M76EM 50 Credits Course Structure for PT Students The part time students study over a 3 year period as shown in the table below. Sept Start And Jan Start Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 4 modules 60 credits 4 modules 60 credits Project + Study Skills 60 credits The modules delivered in the evening for part time students only are identified by an EVE suffix in their title and are starred in the curriculum table. These modules have syllabi which are common with the full-time programme, the only difference being the delivery mode. These evening modules are delivered on a biannual timetable. Part Time students can select the modules to be studied in each year from both daytime and evening modules subject to the timetable available and following the advised credits per semester as shown above. An optional Industrial project module has been included into the programmes to facilitate a part time student who wishes to complete their final dissertation based on a company project and reviewed by both academic and industrial supervisors Awards: MSc in Engineering Project Management: All the taught modules and the project as listed in the programme of study above (180 CATS credits) Fall back awards PgDip in Engineering Project Management: 120 CATS credit to include modules, M28EKM*, M77EM and excluding M04EKM. PgCert in Engineering Project Management: 60 CATS credits to include modules, M28EKM*, M77EM. 9

10 14 Support for Students and their Learning Induction Students attend an induction program in the week preceding the beginning of their enrolment period. The induction timetable includes a number of academic, administrative and social events that include a welcome and introduction to the university, the facilities and the faculty. As part of the induction process, all students are directed to an online student handbook and a course handbook which provides key information. Student will also have the opportunity of working in a team as part of induction activities. Buildings and Equipment The faculty is mainly based within two buildings ECB and Sir John Laing building, both of which are equipped with specialist equipment to support all students. This includes a high performance engineering centre which houses a full size harrier, three further simulators, a wind and smoke tunnel, civil engineering specialist testing equipment, a range of CNC machinery and a laser workshop. Student Support A comprehensive support and guidance system exists for all postgraduate students within the faculty of Engineering and Computing. Support is available via Course Directors, who are available to advise students on academic and pastoral issues. Times that Course Directors are available to meet with students will be shown on course Moodle webs and also their location. Module Leaders and the associated module team are available to offer support at module level. Again module leaders advertise their contact times on module Moodle webs and also their location. Outside of office hours, you can also any member of academic staff. Prior to the commencement of the Masters project, individual supervisors with appropriate expertise or research experience are assigned to each student. The Faculty Registry team support you through your studies, providing information and guidance on the rules and procedures that affect your academic progress. We can help you deal with problems you may be having with academic life and help you understand the University s academic processes and regulations. We have a detailed understanding of the curriculum structures and other specialist support that is available to you within the University. The Faculty Registry has offices located close to the main Receptions. You can drop by the Registry support desk which is next to reception in the ECB; Monday Friday from Or you can contact Registry staff via the Reception desks in the main EC building or the John Laing building; Monday Friday from This team can also be ed facultyregistry.ec@coventry.ac.uk at any time and this will be passed to each student s dedicated course support team to respond to. The Faculty Learning Support Co-ordinator works closely with Disabilities Office and Departmental Course Teams. Reasonable adjustments will be made for students with disabilities who have registered with the University as requiring additions support with their studies. The University has an excellent record on widening access and welcomes students from all backgrounds and neighbourhoods with low participation in higher education. Students have access to a Maths Support Centre called SIGMA based in the library. The Centre for Academic Writing (CAW) can also provide support on topics ranging from how to organise an academic argument to improving grammar and sentence structure. The university provides support for students health and wellbeing which includes a Medical Centre, Spirituality and Faith Centre, Counselling and Mental Health Services, Sports and Recreational Centre and a Nursery. The Student s Union also provide recreational facilities and support and advice for students. International Students may obtain further help from the student welfare team in the International Office. There is a careers service where qualified consultants are available to help students think about the issues they face as they move through University studies and prepare for employment. All postgraduate students are also eligible to enrol and be a part of the Global Leaders Program (GLP). This is an initiative focussed on better preparing Coventry University s postgraduate students to become the leaders of tomorrow in their chosen fields and to further develop a global mind set. Please see website for more information: 10

11 15 Criteria for Admission An applicant for EPM programme will normally be expected to possess at least one of the following: A minimum of a second class honours degree in any engineering related subject or Management studies. A relevant professional qualification of an equivalent level. A lower qualification plus appropriate and relevant experience at a professional level. Satisfactory, independent evidence of working for several years in a position that would normally be occupied by an honours graduate, in a relevant area, which would lead to gaining benefit from the course. Students whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language equivalent to IELTS 6.5. Alternatively students may be admitted with IELTS 6.0 if they attend an d p ass a compulsory five week pre- sessional English course, operated by Coventry University, before joining their master s programme. There is an accreditation for Prior Learning (APL) process available which is in accordance with University regulations for taught postgraduate courses. The accreditation for Prior Experiential learning (APEL) will only be awarded for achievements equivalent to master s level. 16 Method for Evaluating and Enhancing the Quality and Standards of Teaching and Learning The Programme is managed by the MAM Board of Study in the Faculty of Engineering and Computing. The Post Graduate Subject Assessment Board (SAB) and the Post Graduate Programme Assessment Board (PAB) are responsible for considering the progress of all students and making awards in accordance with both the University and course-specific regulations. The assurance of the quality of modules is the responsibility of the Boards of Study which contribute modules to the programme. External Examiners report annually on the programme and their views are considered as part of the annual quality monitoring process (AQM). Details of the AQM process can be found on the Registry s web site. Students are represented on the Student Forum, Boards of Study and Faculty Board, all of which normally meet two or three times per year. Student views are also sought through module and course evaluation questionnaires via CU -Online. All programmes are subject to a major review involving subject experts external to the University, normally on a three year cycle. At these reviews the views of employers and current and former students are sought where appropriate. 17 Regulation of Assessment University policy requires the internal moderation of all assessments. External Examiners are appointed for all named University awards. The role of the External Examiner at module level is to ensure that academic standards are in line with national norms for the subject. External Examiners undertake the moderation of examination papers and assessment tasks, and view representative samples of work for the modules for which they have responsibility. At programme level, External Examiners help to ensure fairness in the consideration of student progression and awards. They have the right to comment on all aspects of the assessment system and participate as full members of the assessment boards. The pass mark for all modules is 40%. This overall module mark may comprise more than one component (e.g. coursework and exam). The individual module descriptors give the precise pass criteria and the weighting of the component marks that contribute to the overall module mark. Awards for Taught Master programmes may be made with Distinction or Merit (i.e. achievement of an average mark of at least 70% or 60% respectively). 11

12 18 Indicators of Quality and Standards The report of QAA s Institutional Audit undertaken in November 2008 confirmed that: Confidence can be placed in the soundness of the institutions current and likely future management of the academic standards of its awards. Confidence can be placed in the soundness of the institutions current and likely future management of the quality of the learning opportunities. The programme has been accredited by Association of Project Management. Mechanical, Automotive and Manufacturing Engineering Department: This course sits within the Department of Mechanical, Automotive and Manufacturing Engineering. The Department excels in the National Student Survey, an independent survey where student satisfaction is measured. The Departments score is regularly above 90%. Mechanical Engineering at Coventry is rated highly by the Times and Guardian National Newspapers. The Department works closely with the Association of Project Management who inform on the curriculum. The industrial relevance of courses is assured by close links with companies such as Jaguar Land Rover, Aston Martin, UNIPART, SAIC, Prodrive, Airbus, Tata, GKN, Ricardo and MIRA. The Department engages in a wide variety of research and attracts governmental funding. Areas of research which inform teaching and learning include: Lead partner in the EPSRC-funded PROMINENT consortium, researching Performance and Reliability of Metallic Materials for Nuclear Fission Power Generation. Partner in the Lloyd s Register Foundation International Joint Research Centre in Nuclear Safety. Programme with Airbus on the application of laser shock peening for fatigue life enhancement of aerospace structures. Institute for Advanced Manufacture and Engineering (AME), HEFCE funded. Virtual exhaust prototyping system in conjunction with UNIPART, EPSRC funded. GyroDrive - Flywheel Hybrid System for City Bus and Commercial Vehicle use, Innovate UK funded. Towards Affordable Recyclable Future Low Carbon Vehicle Structures - TARF-LCV, EPSRC funded. Hydrogen electric vehicle research. The European FCH JU funded project SWARM. Vehicle seat research in conjunction with Jaguar Land Rover and Innovate UK. Radical train, Innovate UK funded. CAD/CAM Research, European Union funded. The programme has been designed in accordance with the QAA Master s benchmark statements for Engineering (2010) and management (2007). 12

13 19 Additional Information Key sources of information about the course and student support can be found in: Student Handbook Course Handbook Module Guides Moodle Course & Module Webs Module Information Directory EC Student Portal Coventry University Student Portal Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and 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 that are provided. More detailed information on the learning outcomes, content, and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each module can be found in the Module Information Directory (MID), student module guide(s) and the course handbook. The accuracy of the information contained in this document is reviewed by the University and may be verified by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education. 20 Mandatory and Option Modules Modules Credits CATS Module Type Pre/Co-Req** M04EKM Study Skills and Research Methods 10 Mandatory* None M21EKM Financial Decision Making & Risk Analysis 15 Mandatory* None M22EKM People Management 15 Mandatory* None M28EKM Project Management 15 Mandatory* None M29EKM Management of Quality 15 Mandatory* None M40EKM Change Management 15 Mandatory None M55EKM Contract Management 15 Mandatory None M69EKM Global Engineering Strategy 15 Mandatory* None M77EM Advanced Project Management 15 Mandatory None M99EKM Master Dissertation 50 Option* None M76EKM Industry Based Dissertation 50 Option* None *Modules available as evening only delivery and attached as a core option with a title extension of (EVE) 13

14 21 Curriculum Map MSc. Engineering Project Management Intended Learning Outcomes Knowledge & Understanding Cognitive Skills Practical Skills Transferable Skills Module codes M99EKM or M76EM KU1 KU2 KU3 KU4 KU5 CS1 CS2 CS3 CS4 CS5 PS1 PS2 PS3 PS4 PS5 TS1 TS2 TS3 TS4 TS5 M04EKM M21EKM M22EKM M28EKM M29EKM M40EKM M55EKM M77EM 14

15 Part 2: Supporting Information MSC Engineering Project Management 1 Relationship to the Frameworks and Benchmarks The descriptors as specified for a Higher Education Qualification at level 7 are all delivered by the proposed course, MSc Engineering Project management. The range of module requirements that support the courses aims, together with the project, will enable students to demonstrate the necessary spread of capabilities ranging from understanding of concepts and knowledge, through evaluation and application, to originality and innovation. Subject Benchmark Statements are MEng in Engineering (2010) and Masters in Business and Management (2007). Neither of these relate directly to the proposed course though there are some generic themes that this course addresses. The requirements of the Association of Project Management (APM) have been satisfied with accreditation being awarded in March Teaching and Learning Strategy The delivery of the curriculum will be informed by University and Faculty/School developments in teaching and learning, including the University s Teaching and Learning Strategy. The programme adopts a teaching and learning strategy that enables students to achieve the learning outcomes. A range of teaching styles and opportunities are provided and utilised that provide both an opportunity to develop knowledge and understanding of relevant material and an opportunity to develop project management skills and competence. This is a 1 year FT (3 year PT) course with an exam board after each of the 3 semesters to decide on progression and awards. The students will typically study 60 credits per semester FT (per year PT) providing a balanced workload during their studies. The modules and learning outcomes have been designed in parallel and therefore students passing the modules will by definition have achieved all the learning outcomes in both the technical and management subject areas. The EC faculty promotes an activity led learning delivery approach to all its courses and the Engineering and Computing Building has been designed to support this. The course will have modules that are structured around a 1 hour lecture in a large lecture theatre followed by a 2 hour tutorial in the smaller group work areas. It is during the tutorial sessions that further sector focused examples and material will be delivered and students are given the opportunity to practice the application of the taught material. To assist with the delivery of the small tutorials the department have employed a number of teaching assistants who are identified in the resources document. The modules are predominantly assignment based and as such the assignments are spread out over the 11 week teaching schedule, with most modules setting an early coursework of low weighting, to give students feedback during the module and to encourage engagement. Engagement is also encouraged through the Activity Led Learning (ALL) practiced within the tutorials and the formative assessments. Activity Led Learning requires a self-directed process in which the individual learner, or team of learners, seek and apply knowledge, skilful practices, resources (personal and physical) relevant to the activity being undertaken. (Wilson-Medhurst, 2008) The balance of the student workloads during assessments is helped by the standardised academic calendar as this provides 5 study / assessment weeks without lectures for the students to focus on their assignments. 15

16 3 Assessment Strategy The course meets the requirements of the University s Assessment Strategy. A review of module assessments and their timings gives a satisfactory picture of student loading and assessment type. Practical and written assessments, presentations, posters, oral examinations and formal reports provide the course with a variety of assessment methods. This full range of assessments allows students to demonstrate critical and analytical thinking, application of theory, understanding of knowledge, and original work. The extensive use of tutorials and group working enable formative assessments to be made. Whilst most modules include group working, the majority of summative assessment is individual and therefore more discriminatory. The individual project accounts for a 50 credits of the 180 credits, and is an individual summative piece of work. 4 Programme/Course Management Student applications are managed by the admissions office or International Office, however the programme manager will provide support when further advice is required on the suitability of candidates. The programme manager will be responsible for the induction programme at the start of the course and will support admin to confirm the programme of study. During the students studies at the university the programme manager will be responsible for academic support and guidance. They will also provide the pastoral care, where necessary, until a personal tutor or project supervisor is allocated. The project supervisor will then assume the role of personal tutor. During exam board preparations, the programme manager will be involved in the verification of the results and will make recommendations at the board for progression and awards. Student Forum Meetings will be held in line with the Faculty/Student Union schedule each semester and gives the students opportunity to feedback concerns and best practice to the programme manager and to assist the development of the course. 5 Entry Requirements and Selection Procedures An applicant for EPM programme will normally be expected to possess at least one of the following: A minimum of a second class honours degree in any engineering related subject or Management studies; A relevant professional qualification of an equivalent level. A lower qualification plus appropriate and relevant experience at a professional level; Satisfactory, independent evidence of working for several years in a position that would normally be occupied by an honours graduate, in a relevant area, which would lead to gaining benefit from the course. Students whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language equivalent to IELTS 6.5. Alternatively students may be admitted with IELTS 6.0 if they attend a n d p ass a compulsory five week pre- sessional English course, operated by Coventry University, before joining their master s programme. There is an accreditation for Prior Learning (APL) process available which is in accordance with University regulations for taught postgraduate courses. The accreditation for Prior Experiential learning (APEL) will only be awarded for achievements equivalent to master s level. 6 Compliance with the University s Academic Regulations and current legislation This proposal complies with the post graduate University Academic Regulations. Reasonable adjustments can be made to the teaching, learning, assessment and support of the course to maximise accessibility to students with disabilities. The faculty has an excellent record on widening access and welcomes students from all backgrounds on to its courses. 16