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PO2ADC: Advanced Degree Competencies
Module code: PO2ADC
Module provider: Politics; School of Philosophy, Politics and Economics
Credits: 0
Level: Level 2 (Intermediate)
When you'll be taught: Semester 1
Module convenor: Dr Amanda Hall, email: amanda.hall@reading.ac.uk
Pre-requisite module(s):
Co-requisite module(s):
Pre-requisite or Co-requisite module(s):
Module(s) excluded:
Placement information: NA
Academic year: 2024/5
Available to visiting students: No
Talis reading list: No
Last updated: 23 May 2024
Overview
Module aims and purpose
This module will provide students with the skills and understanding necessary to perform well at Part 2 and beyond. It will introduce the academic expectations associated with more advanced study, identify common challenges and suggest strategies for overcoming them, present key sources of support, and facilitate the development of advanced study skills. It will also enhance students’ understanding of how the skills they will develop in Parts 2 and 3 will transfer into the world of work and help them to reflect on their career goals and identify what steps they might take at this stage in order to achieve those goals.Â
Module learning outcomes
By the end of the module, it is expected that students will be able to:Â
- Utilise library resources to conduct independent research Â
- Reflect on previous feedback to improve future workÂ
- Understand expectations associated with Part 2 study, including critical engagement with sourcesÂ
Module content
- Academic expectations and sources of supportÂ
- Study skillsÂ
- Understanding of transferable skills and the world of workÂ
Structure
Teaching and learning methods
After an introductory lecture, students will learn through a series of small group exercises and seminar discussions.Â
Study hours
At least 5 hours of scheduled teaching and learning activities will be delivered in person, with the remaining hours for scheduled and self-scheduled teaching and learning activities delivered either in person or online. You will receive further details about how these hours will be delivered before the start of the module.
 Scheduled teaching and learning activities |  Semester 1 |  Semester 2 | Ìý³§³Ü³¾³¾±ð°ù |
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Lectures | 1 | ||
Seminars | 4 | ||
Tutorials | |||
Project Supervision | |||
Demonstrations | |||
Practical classes and workshops | |||
Supervised time in studio / workshop | |||
Scheduled revision sessions | |||
Feedback meetings with staff | |||
Fieldwork | |||
External visits | |||
Work-based learning | |||
 Self-scheduled teaching and learning activities |  Semester 1 |  Semester 2 | Ìý³§³Ü³¾³¾±ð°ù |
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Directed viewing of video materials/screencasts | |||
Participation in discussion boards/other discussions | |||
Feedback meetings with staff | |||
Other | |||
Other (details) | |||
 Placement and study abroad |  Semester 1 |  Semester 2 | Ìý³§³Ü³¾³¾±ð°ù |
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Placement | |||
Study abroad | |||
 Independent study hours |  Semester 1 |  Semester 2 | Ìý³§³Ü³¾³¾±ð°ù |
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Independent study hours | 2 |
Please note the independent study hours above are notional numbers of hours; each student will approach studying in different ways. We would advise you to reflect on your learning and the number of hours you are allocating to these tasks.
Semester 1 The hours in this column may include hours during the Christmas holiday period.
Semester 2 The hours in this column may include hours during the Easter holiday period.
Summer The hours in this column will take place during the summer holidays and may be at the start and/or end of the module.
Assessment
Requirements for a pass
There is no assessment on this module.
Summative assessment
Type of assessment | Detail of assessment | % contribution towards module mark | Size of assessment | Submission date | Additional information |
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Penalties for late submission of summative assessment
There is no assessment on this module.
Formative assessment
Formative assessment is any task or activity which creates feedback (or feedforward) for you about your learning, but which does not contribute towards your overall module mark.
Reassessment
Type of reassessment | Detail of reassessment | % contribution towards module mark | Size of reassessment | Submission date | Additional information |
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Additional costs
Item | Additional information | Cost |
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Computers and devices with a particular specification | ||
Printing and binding | ||
Required textbooks | ||
Specialist clothing, footwear, or headgear | ||
Specialist equipment or materials | ||
Travel, accommodation, and subsistence |
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MODULE DESCRIPTION DOES NOT FORM ANY PART OF A STUDENT'S CONTRACT.