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AP3EP1-Regulation of the Food Industry
Module Provider: Agr and Food Econ
Number of credits: 10 [5 ECTS credits]
Level:6
Terms in which taught: Spring term module
Pre-requisites:
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Current from: 2019/0
Email: g.nocella@reading.ac.uk
Type of module:
Summary module description:
This module aims to foster an understanding of the regulation of the food industry in the UK, including the rationale for government intervention, the means by which intervention takes place, and the impact of policy.
Aims:
This module aims to foster an understanding of the regulation of the food industry in the UK, including the rationale for government intervention, the means by which intervention takes place, and the impact of policy.
Assessable learning outcomes:
Following the course, students should be able to critically appraise current and proposed interventions in food markets.
Additional outcomes:
The module aims to further develop the analytical skills of students.
Outline content:
Readings and topics will be placed on Blackboard during the course of the term. The topics to be covered will include: * Rationale for government intervention in food markets * Policy/regulatory mechanisms in the UK/EU * Objectives, mechanisms and evaluation of selected contemporary food policy issues such as: * Food safety * Food quality * Obesity, diet and health * Farm animal welfare * Sustainability and food *and *Food security*.
Brief description of teaching and learning methods:
听 | Autumn | Spring | Summer |
Lectures | 20 | ||
Guided independent study: | 80 | ||
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Total hours by term | 20 | ||
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Total hours for module | 100 |
Method | Percentage |
Report | 30 |
Class test administered by School | 70 |
Summative assessment- Examinations:
Summative assessment- Coursework and in-class tests:
One and a half hour class test at the end of the module.
Formative assessment methods:
Penalties for late submission:
The Module Convener will apply the following penalties for work submitted late:
The University policy statement on penalties for late submission can be found at:
You are strongly advised to ensure that coursework is submitted by the relevant deadline. You should note that it is advisable to submit work in an unfinished state rather than to fail to submit any work.
Assessment requirements for a pass:
An overall mark of 40%.
Reassessment arrangements:
A Re-examination in August/September.
Additional Costs (specified where applicable):
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Last updated: 8 April 2019
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