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Programme Structure

MSc

The University Regulations for WMG's modular MSc courses state that candidates must complete and pass modules equal to at least 90 CATS (Credit Accumulation & Transfer Scheme) points at level M – i.e. 9 modules. You should complete at least 9 modules, which should include the specified core modules. Pass at least 6 modules (including all core modules) with a mark of at least 50%; a further 3 failed modules may be accepted for the MSc, providing they acheived a mark of at least 40%. A module consists of approximately 100 hours of student activity which is usually made up of full attendance on (and participation in) approximately 40 hours of lectures, case studies, industrial visits and laboratory exercises plus approximately 40 - 60 hours of post module assignment.

 

In addition you must satisfy the examiners in the execution, dissertation and oral examination of an industrially oriented project (90 CATS). A pass mark of 50% is required for both the oral and dissertation components of the project, as well as overall.

Each of the component parts of the MSc Programme - course work and project carry equal weighting - an hence you should spend half your study time on your modules and half your study time on your project.

Sub-qualifications

WMG also offers the following MSc Sub-qualifications for candidates who do not wish to complete the full MSc:

Postgraduate Diploma for which students need to complete and pass at least 120 CATS at level M, which may be made up of:
120 CATS of coursework (i.e. normally 12 modules)
OR
60 CATS of coursework (i.e. normally 6 modules) and 60 CATS of project work (this route is normally an exit route for unsuccessful MSc candidates)
Postgraduate Certificate for which students need to complete and pass work equivalent to at least 60 CATS at level M (i.e. 6 modules)
Postgraduate Award for which students need to complete and pass work equivalent to at least 30 CATS at level M (i.e. 3 modules)

 

The Objectives, Learning Outcomes and specific module/project requirements for each of the different degree courses can be found on the individual course pages.