This course, including the Foundation Year, is delivered in three terms of ten weeks each. In each term, you study 40 credits usually comprised of either one or two modules. In Year 3 (Level 6), the dissertation module will be delivered alongside other modules.

In Years 1-3 (Levels 4-6), the average number of scheduled contact hours per week typically ranges from six to ten hours. This will vary depending on the module, year of study, number of practical sessions and the complexity of the material being taught. If studied, the Foundation Year will have 12 hours of contact time per week there may be variations to this depending on the subject matter and any practical sessions.

Independent learning is an important part of this course. You should expect to spend an average of 30 to 34 hours per week on independent study (28 hours per week during the Foundation Year), which might include following asynchronous learning material on the University’s Virtual Learning Environment, using the University’s library, working with peers and preparing work for your assessments.