The structure of your degree

Most degree programmes are made up of modules which are taught in a semester. Some modules are compulsory for your programme, and some may be optional – which means that they are open for you to choose what you wish to study.

Some of these modules will be taught in one semester, whilst others will be taught across both semesters. You will be able to speak to your programme leader (Medical students: Personal tutor) in more detail about this and where appropriate, what choices you will have in your programme.

Undergraduate courses are normally studied in levels, where each level of study contributes both credits and a part of your final grade outcome. Some students (such as ERASMUS students) may only study part of a level with the University. Your credits and grade contribution will vary across the programmes you take. Postgraduate taught courses are similarly built up of modules, with the grades from assessments contributing towards your final degree/award outcome. Postgraduate courses tend to last for a full calendar year (12) months, but there are variations in this duration too.

Sometimes, for international direct entry students, the choices are managed for you because of additional language needs and/or because certain modules may be better for your studies and your career.

You can expect to encounter a variety of teaching methods whilst studying with us.