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Course Handbook

Foundation Degree Food and Professional Cookery Pastry Specialism

London school of Hospitality and Tourism – Field of Culinary Arts

FdA FOOD & PROFESSIONAL COOKERY – PASTRY [Part-time] Page 1 of 24

FdA in Food and Professional Cookery – Pastry

Specialism

Course Handbook

AY2015 - 2016

Version No 2 © UWL 2015


Course Name

Course Handbook

Contents

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Section 1 Key Information

1.1 Welcome to the Course 3 1.2 Overview of the Course 5 1.3 Sources of Help and Support 5 1.4 Facts and Figures 6 1.5 Your Responsibilities 6

Section 2 Structure and Content

2.1 Introduction 8 2.2 Award Title, Exit Points and Progression 9 2.3 Course Philosophy, Aims and Objectives 9 2.4 Course Outline 11 2.5 Course Summary 12

Section 3 Learning, Teaching and Assessment

3.1 Learning and Teaching Approaches 16 3.2 Assessment 3.3 UWL Graduate Attributes

17 17

Section 4 Quality Management and Enhancement

4.1 Course Management 19 4.2 Student Evaluation 20 4.3 Course Committee/Board 21

FdA Food & Professional Cookery – Pastry [Part-time] 22


Key Information

1.1 Welcome to Course

Welcome to the London School of Hospitality & Tourism

We are delighted that you will be joining us as a student this year and look

forward to welcoming you in September. We hope that you will enjoy and be

challenged by your important The London School of Hospitality & Tourism was

awarded “Winner of The Queen's Anniversary Prizes for Higher & Further

Education 2009”. The Learning Skills Council awarded us a “Centre of

Vocational Excellence” and said “the curricula are up to date and relevant

and meets the needs of students and employers”. In 2007 the School was

awarded the great accolade as having the best training restaurant in the UK by

Restaurant magazine. Also in 2008 The British Hospitality Association gave

the School their centenary prize for providing exemplary hospitality education.

In 2010 the School was awarded its second Oscar of the catering world “The

Cateys” and we are the only University in the UK to hold two of these awards.

In 2011 our Management students won the Institute of Hospitality university

debate beating all the other universities that entered.

In 2012 we won a number of awards and were invited to prepare and serve a

jubilee lunch for her majesty Queen Elizabeth II in South London; the Queen

met and spoke to a number of our students and staff. Also we were delighted

to welcome to the School Mr Keith Williams Chief Executive of British Airways

who has been made an Honorary Doctorate. The School from September

2014 will hold the British Airways archive.

During an OFSTED inspection in December 2013 we were awarded

OUTSTANDING in all areas for our skills training and education.

In 2014 our international Hotel Management students came second in the

world at the Young Hoteliers summit in Lausanne Switzerland.

Last year we had the pleasure of welcoming a number of industrialists to the

University. These have included CEO and General Managers of large

companies; we were also delighted to welcome Mark Flanagan the Queens

Executive Chef who created a magnificent dinner with our students that was

served to over 80 distinguished guests and VIP’s.

The School, as you would expect, has extensive contacts with key players

industry. A past student, Alistair Telfer, is the Chief Executive at the Oxford

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and Cambridge Club, Pall Mall and is Chair of the Alumni Committee at the

University of West London; he can really tell you about all the issues involved

in managing a luxury establishment. Lionel Benjamin ex-student; Director of

Topland Hotels served as the Director of a number of London 5 star hotels; he

is also an Honorary Professor. In the world of catering Professor James

Martin, Celebrity Chef, and Prue Leith, writer and chef, are both Honorary

Doctors of the University. Gary Rhodes, Raymond Blanc, Brian Turner, Michel

and Albert Roux and Antony Worrall Thompson, are, besides being celebrity

chefs, Honorary Professors and strong supporters of the School. The Chief

Executives or Managing Directors of Thompson Tour Operations, Thomas

Cook Travel, MVM London and Cobra Beer are all supporters of this exciting

dynamic innovative and creative School, our success is because of our

students who are our ambassadors’ and work in the industry at senior levels.

This year one of our recent graduates Dipna Anand launched her first book at

the University; called “Beyond Brilliant” she joins our other ex-students who

are successful authors namely Will Torrent and Lorraine Pascale who has her

own television series as well.

As you know, you will be studying on the Ealing campus and many students

take full advantage of the facilities in the Ealing area ranging from parks,

museums and cinemas as well as some great shopping and leisure centres.

You will be joining a large School with over 1,500 students on a range of courses

such as Hospitality, Tourism, Airline and Airport, Business Travel and Tourism,

Event Management and Culinary Arts so you will meet a wide range of fellow

students. Of course, within the University generally there are many more students

both from the UK and internationally and they are studying such subjects as

media, music, business, law, and health, so you will meet lots of new faces from

many walks of life.

We are looking forward to meeting you and answering the questions you are

bound to have about this important decision you have made about your future

here with us and your longer term career plans.

The Academic and Administrative Teams from the London School of Hospitality & Tourism


1.2 Overview of the Course

This handbook contains information based on a Course Specification formally approved by the University. The relevant sections of the specification, for example, the course’s aims, module content, learning outcomes, teaching and learning methods, assessment requirements, are incorporated into the handbook. The full Course Specification is available from the Course Leader. For information regarding the University Regulations, Policies and Procedures, please see the current Student Handbook, relevant supplement and the UWL website. The regulations applying to a student will be those in place for the academic year of their enrolment. The FdA Food and Professional Cookery with Pastry specialism prepares the student for a career in professional cookery and food related occupations with a special focus on pastry. Students will be able to enter the industry in traditional sectors such as hotels and restaurants, while others may wish to become food consultants, chef managers in contract catering or work for supermarkets as food buyers or as product development chef’s. The course has a high content of practical work underpinned by intellectual skills, critical thinking and problem solving. It especially focuses on diet and nutrition, the cultural aspects of food choice, healthy eating and responsible food marketing. There is also a module on Hospitality Business Management which is an important aspect of the hospitality industry and which helps students to understand the various aspects of managing people and resources in commercial environments. The FdA also develops academic abilities in related cognate areas. These areas include, for example, nutrition, microbiology and food safety and hygiene. Thus, professional cookery encompasses the practice and development of culinary and psychomotor skills combined with the relevant management disciplines, drawing on a blend of the art and, sciences of the culinary practitioner. The length of the academic year for the FdA pastry (2 years) has been designed to suit those employed in the industry but wish to develop their personal and professional lives through additional part-time study in higher education. This is an intensive two year degree delivered one day a week over three terms. A full module delivery schedule is at the end of this handbook.

1.3 Sources of Help and Support

Course Leader: Gary Farrelly Administrative contact: Luigi Pisanelli Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Telephone: 020 8231 2956 Telephone: 020 8231 23


1.4 Facts and Figures

Teaching and Learning Data

Percentage of students’ study time: Level 4 Level 5

Scheduled teaching & learning time 40% 40%

Guided independent study time 60% 60%

Assessment

Percentage of final marks assessed by: Level 4 Level 5

Exam 10% 10%

Coursework 30% 30%

Practical 60% 60%

NB: These numbers are derived from the most recent data available from Unistats, and should be regarded as estimates only. Figures are based on an anticipated pattern of module choices during students’ time on the course, and may be subject to changes which are outside the control of the course team.

1.5 Your Responsibilities

For a full description of your entitlements and responsibilities please consult the Student Handbook. http://www.uwl.ac.uk/students/Current_students.jsp The course team and other University departments will always contact students via your student email address. So please ensure that you check your University email account regularly. Students join the course from many cultures, with a wide age range and with very varied academic and experiential backgrounds. You and your fellow students will have joined us from a variety of professional backgrounds. The university has a Equality and Diversity policy for all staff and students.

Entry requirements for the course are

Students progressing from level 3 craft courses such as a Vocational Relevant Qualification / Level 3 Btec diploma (Subsidiary or above MMD minimum overall result)

GCSE A-C in English and Maths or equivalent.

Professional cookery experience is desirable but not essential (subject to interview)

Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL): students who have worked in a range of hospitality outlets but who have no formal

http://www.uwl.ac.uk/students/Current_students.jsp


qualifications will be considered at interview

All applicants and students will be assessed on an individual basis to ascertain the best way forward for them to gain the qualification and realise their potential

Applicants without formal qualifications will be subject to a personal interview with the Course Leader, a decision will be reached based upon an assessment of the applicant’s life skills and educational ability to develop at the levels required

Uniform and Equipment Uniform and equipment requirements reflect both industry norms and safety requirements. Most of the equipment you will need will be provided by the University; however you are required to provide full, clean uniform for yourself. All students embarking on the FDA PASTRY in Food and Professional Cookery must have the required uniform and equipment for the start of session.

This means that all chefs must come to each practical lesson following these criteria:

1. Clean chef hat (preferably white) 2. Clean white chef jacket 3. Blue or black and white chef trousers 4. Clean white chef apron 5. Kitchen safety shoes on (no trainers or open toe sandals) 6. Each student should bring paper and pencil 7. Knives and utensils suitable for the practical session 8. No wearing of bracelets, loose earrings or nail varnish 9. Please put mobile phones on silent and any other electronic

devices 10. Be well-groomed, clean and tidy Please note it is your responsibility to ensure you have the required equipment and/or uniform - failure to do so might impede your ability to take part in the practical elements of the course


Structure and Content

2.1 Introduction

This handbook is for students undertaking BA in Food and Professional Cookery .The handbook is an essential document for you and we have tried to make it as accurate and informative as possible. However, it is important to note that as a student at UWL you will also receive other sources of essential and invaluable information regarding your academic and professional life at the University this will include other handbooks and documentation such as:

Information regarding University Regulations, Policies and Procedures, found in the UWL Student Handbook –available on-line –here is the direct link http://www.uwl.ac.uk/files/Current_students/student_handbook/main_handbook.pdf: and relevant supplement http://www.uwl.ac.uk/files/Current_students/student_handbook/ug_supplement.pdf The regulations applying to a student will be those in place for the academic year of their enrolment.

Other information documents include:

Module Study Guides –one for every module studied

Learning Skills Development and work placement Workbooks

Please take the time to ensure that you not only read them but fully understand them! Your Course Leader will be happy to explain anything you do not fully understand.

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http://www.uwl.ac.uk/files/Current_students/student_handbook/main_handbook.pdf

http://www.uwl.ac.uk/files/Current_students/student_handbook/main_handbook.pdf

http://www.uwl.ac.uk/files/Current_students/student_handbook/ug_supplement.pdf

http://www.uwl.ac.uk/files/Current_students/student_handbook/ug_supplement.pdf


2.2 Award title, Exit Points and Progression

This course encompasses 15 modules over 2 ½ years, gaining a total of 300 credits. After 1 year of study at Level 4 and, subject to your achieving 120 credit points, you may stop off with the award of a Certificate of Higher Education in an Introduction to Food and Professional Cookery After 2 years of study and subject to you achieving 240 credit points you will receive the award of FdA in Food and Professional Cookery- Pastry. Successful completion of the FdA in Food and Professional Cookery – Pastry will lead to the option to top up the award with a further 6 modules 120 credits to gain and Bachelor of Arts Honours degree in Food and Professional Cookery.

2.3 Course Philosophy, Aims and Outcomes

The course is intended for the professional who wishes to work in the hospitality industry, both from the local area and from overseas, where hospitality and tourism are major economic drivers. It allows you, the student, to gain a higher-level qualification based on your craft skills allowing you to further develop and enhance them. The course also provides a vehicle for personal and professional development which is crucial to success in the hospitality and tourism industry, where the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers is vital in today’s commercial environment. This and other inter-personal skills will be developed in the student, alongside career development activity such as CV writing, networking skills and employment searches and interviewing skills. The hospitality industry is diverse, comprising major sectors such as hotels, public sector catering, private clubs, contract catering, restaurants, pub retailing and leisure centres. The demand for skilled managers with operational ability is paramount. The hospitality and tourism industry in the UK employs 2 ½ million of people and worldwide it is one of the largest industry in the world and is still growing. The entire course provides an invaluable contribution to the concept of lifelong learning. At the end of your period of study you will have developed the skills to assist you to continuously learn and update within the subject. This will develop your skills and personal qualities, which are of importance to all aspects of your working life.


Key Purpose of the FdA in Food and Professional Cookery - Pastry The course is committed to promoting a provision which:

Develops students’ skills and personal qualities of general importance and application to all aspects of working life.

Provides students with high level professional skills.

Provides students with an intellectual challenge.

Prepares students for and helps them to achieve success and career development in their working lives.

Meets the changing needs of an expanding hospitality industry. The course is intended for food professionals who have already gained qualification and skills to level 3 but it is not exclusive to this group. Mature students with life skills and work experience will also be considered. Students from both the local, national and from overseas, where hospitality and tourism is a major economic driver will benefit from this course. It allows you the student to gain a higher-level qualification based on your craft skills allowing you to further develop and enhance them. The course also provides a vehicle for personal and professional development crucial to success in the hospitality and tourism industry, where the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers is vital in today’s commercial environment. The hospitality industry is diverse, comprising major sectors such as hotels, public sector catering, contract catering, restaurants, pub retailing and leisure centres. The demand for skilled managers with operational ability is paramount. The hospitality and tourism industry employs millions of people worldwide and is the largest industry in the world, still growing. The entire course provides an invaluable contribution to the concept of life-long learning. At the end of your period of study you will have developed the skills to assist you to continuously learn and update within the subject. This will develop your skills and personal qualities, which are of importance to all aspects of your working life. The FdA in Food and Professional Cookery Pastry will give you the confidence to further your career opportunities in many areas such as: major hotels, restaurants, contract catering, event catering, airline catering, research and development, television and journalism as well as broadening world travel prospects.


Learning Progression The range of learning which takes place on the in Food and Professional Cookery – Pastry has been designed to encourage, develop and equip you the student, with the knowledge and operational skills of your specialist course. The FdA in Professional Cookery Pastry has two levels: Level 4 modules are studied during your first year and level 5 in the second year. See module delivery schedule at end of the handbook Level 4 A large proportion of your learning at this level will be experiential as you develop the knowledge and operational skills connected with the industry through practical laboratory work and work-based learning placement, at the same time as your academic and personal skills progress and grow. You study both pastry and kitchen and larder modules. Level 5 You will begin to develop your evaluative, critical observation and analytical skills. Your knowledge of key areas within Culinary Arts is extended through evaluations and analysis of relevant practical and theory aspects within the production unit. This year will focus on pastry based modules. Progression The University regulations apply to this course. These regulations stipulate that you must pass all your modules with a minimum of 40%. Most modules contain more than one piece of assessment. If this is the case, then you need to achieve at least 20% on each piece of work and then a 40% mark overall on the module. The details of assessments and their weighting are explained in each module study guide and in the Student Handbook Supplement

2.4 Course Outline

Each module requires 200 hours of study; this study time is broken down into 42 hours of timetabled class contact / lab work and 158 hours of personal and group activity, guided study, and preparation for class and module assessment requirements. Each module tutor will issue you with a module study guide. These will contain details of the aims, objectives and content of the module. They will also provide a weekly course outline, and full details of the assessment


subjects and requirements. The module study guide will also provide you with important information regarding the module leader: e-mail address, telephone contact, voice-mail and office location (this information can also be found in the “Who’s Who section at the front of this handbook).

FdA in Food and Professional Cookery

Level 4 Semester 1 Personal Development 1 Semester 1 Pastry 1 artisan breads and fermented goods Pastry 2 modern patisserie techniques Or Kitchen Larder 1 with applied science Kitchen Larder 2 evolution of culinary techniques Semester 2 Pastry 1 artisan breads and fermented goods Pastry 2 modern patisserie techniques Or Kitchen Larder 1 with applied science Kitchen Larder 2 evolution of culinary techniques Third Semester Food Safety and Microbiology

Level 5 Semester 1 Pastry 3 plated dessert trends Pastry 4 product development for dietary trends Semester 2 Centre Piece Designs Diet and Nutrition Semester 3 Hospitality Business Management

Each module has a credit value of 20 credits

At level 4 and 5 students spend two thirds of their time studying specialist professional cookery modules

All students will have a personal tutorial each week

All students will have additional study support in year 1

2.5 Module Summary

Level 4 Module Summaries Personal Development 1 The module underpins all the modules as it develops your academic and


intellectual ability. Which will concentrate on academic study skills and personal and professional development, which will prepare you for level 5 and level 6. Assessment: A1 – Report on a current food trends

A2 – Oral presentation on the food trends reports.

Food Microbiology and Hygiene In this module you will study microbiology and food hygiene. It will introduce you to the principles of hygiene and safe hygiene practice. You will study bacteria, moulds, yeast, viruses and gain an in-depth understanding of food poisoning and how to prevent it. Assessment – A1 - Laboratory Portfolio

A2 - Exam Kitchen Larder 1 with applied science The module reflects the need for a thorough understanding of the preparation, handling and cooking of a diverse range of kitchen / larder products, and the subsequent production of a range finished dishes. It will cover a wide range of key topic areas including:

Underpinning knowledge of relevant commodities

The handling, processing and cooking of a range of products to produce dishes within context

Basic reactions and principals involved in the processing and cooking of a range of dishes.

The influence of modern technology and resources in the kitchen environment

Classical and contemporary cooking and finishing techniques.

Assessment – A1 – extended question –(2000 word equivalent)

A2 – practical exam' Kitchen Larder 2 evolution of culinary techniques The focus of this single module and will continue to develop your skills in the kitchen / larder environment. It will focus on developing butchery / fish preparation and the associated cooking skills with a view to the students being able to demonstrate competency in a four hour exam.

The module investigates and practices classical and contemporary styles of cuisine and provides you with the opportunity to develop your knowledge of the various methods used in processing food commodities, including an appreciation of the basic food science which is fundamental to so many of the products. Assessment – A1 – extended question –(2000 word equivalent)

A2 – practical exam


Pastry 1 artisan breads and fermented goods These modules develop your pastry and confectionary skills. You will appreciate the demands of working in a professional pastry environment. The module introduces you to a range of ingredients and commodities, materials and equipment used in professional kitchens across the globe. This first module in pastry will introduce you to the pastry environment and concentrate on the preparation, production and preparation of Artisan breads and fermented goods. Pastry food science underpins this module Assessment – A1 – Practical exam

A2 – Report and Presentations Pastry 2 modern patisserie techniques The module reflects the need for a thorough understanding of the preparation, handling and cooking of sponges for gateaux as well as many other product types for Petits Fours. It will cover a wide range of key topic areas including: Classical and contemporary techniques for the preparation and finishing of Gateaux and Petits Fours Basic chemical principles and reactions involved in the making and baking of Gateaux and Petits Fours Assessment – A1 – Practical exam

A2 – Report and Presentations Level 5 Module summaries Pastry 3 plated dessert trends The module reflects the need for a thorough understanding of the preparation and presentation of Desserts in relation to specific overriding criteria imposed by the client. It will cover a wide range of key topic areas including:

Underpinning knowledge of relevant commodities

The handling of the ingredients; methods and finishes

Basic principles involved in the making and presentation of desserts

The influence of modern technology and resources in the kitchen environment

Classical and contemporary preparation and finishing techniques Assessment - A1 –report A2 –skills test Pastry 4 product development for dietary trends This module will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the current dietary considerations when preparing and finishing pastry and confectionary products. The module will investigate alternatives and modifications to classical and contemporary products for consumers with specific dietary needs. The module will also develop an appreciation of the current healthy eating


guidelines. Assessment -A1 –report A2 –skills test Centre Piece design (double module 40 credits) This module completes the advanced development of centre pieces encompassing all techniques that can be applied to sugar, isomalt and chocolate Students will grow their own style and techniques combining colours and textures as a finale to this programme and design their own centre piece to be made under time constraints in a formal assessment. Assessment: timed practical centre piece with documented specifications and development with phased essay questions within a portfolio. Hospitality Business Management, HBM part 1 The overall aim of this module is to develop knowledge and understanding of the factors that affect and influence people’s behaviour and performance in the work environment. The assessment will be based on the work placement. The students will consider the theories, frameworks and models related to their own behaviour as well as how people interact and behave within an organisation. The overall aim of the module is to offer the student greater insight into in the many factors that affect interactive behaviour in the workplace and how this might be managed to achieve successful outcomes. HBM part 2

This module aims to introduce the student to a variety of catering business models and analyse the inherent complexities of each operation, both large and small .Planning and design of food production operations will also form part of this module. Assessment – A1 – work placement portfolio and presentation

A2 – kitchen design activity & business report Diet and Nutrition This module introduces you to the importance of understanding diet and nutrition as a relevant subject, how to apply basic principles to menu planning and how food is as necessary as medicine in the 21st century. Assessment – A1 –portfolio A2 – presentation


Learning, Teaching and Assessment

3.1 Learning and Teaching Approaches

The key characteristics of the course are to support students in developing complex practical skills, knowledge and understanding of the delivery of products and services within the hospitality industry especially in relation to food preparation and production management.

The student’s practical skills, knowledge and understanding are developed through practical activities within the School and the work environment. The theoretical components are integrated into practical activities but are also explored through lectures, seminars and case studies. This develops the students’ integrated learning and understanding of hospitality products and services. The course is designed to develop a high level of cognitive interpersonal, social and management skills needed to perform effectively as a pastry chef in a complex and challenging organisation.

The course is constructed on a modular basis offering flexibility in the management of learning and assessment.

The Level 4 modules in the first year, introduce you to fundamental practical culinary skills underpinned by theoretical knowledge. Personal Professional Development is a module which runs alongside the practical modules and the year culminates with Microbiology, essential study for Health and Safety practice at this level.

The second year with Level 5 modules further extend your practical skills building on from Level 4 and aims to develop independent thinking and planning with innovation and artistry.

Each module study guides give you details of the learning and assessment you will undertake, for each single module you are expected to undertake 200 hours of work this work time will include: class time, laboratory work, time spent on assessment and time spent preparing for classes and general reading. In most cases the work you need to do for your module is identified in your module guide, this guide is there to help you and enable you to get the most from your contact with tutors and your peer group. If you do not understand any aspect of the assessments or activities then you should contact your tutor. All tutors are contactable by phone, e-mail, or by making an appointment to speak with them at time convenient to you both. Tutor contact

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details can be found at the front of this handbook in the “Who’s Who” section

3.2 Assessment

You will be required to submit all of your text-based assignment work – e.g. essays, case studies and reports – electronically. Such work will also be marked online, and your grades and feedback made available to you electronically. Details of the submission mechanism and assessment dates will be provided via Module Study Guides. Many of your assessments will be practical skills based , industry professionals are often present in the capacity of second examiners. This ensures that your skills, knowledge and competency is relevant and current to industry standards. Throughout your course, you will be encouraged to use PebblePad to record details of your learning, and to reflect on what you have learned. On certain modules, you will be required to submit work through PebblePad for assessment

3.3 The University of West London Graduate Attributes

In 2011, the University defined the UWL Graduate Attributes as representing a set of abilities acquired by students during their period of study at UWL that go beyond simple acquaintance with a subject. They reflect the University’s approach to education which includes developing graduates who are well prepared for employment, adopting a definition of ‘employability’ that includes creative and enterprising attributes, lifelong learning attitudes, and an awareness of the global context since educational and working experience are necessarily anchored in the context of the wider world. Graduate Attributes are embedded in the subject and involve a preparedness and the confidence to analyse; question; categorise; interpret; see relations; explain; theorise; and reflect with reference to the broader context. Graduating at the University of West London means that you will be developing the following Graduate Attributes and become:

A reflective and critical lifelong learner

The ability to base judgment on evidence

The ability to plan and reflect

Problem-solving

Managing own learning

Motivation and self-management

Reflection

A creative and enterprising professional

The ability to communicate effectively


Career management skills

A globally aware individual

Awareness of cultural difference

Awareness of equity and equal opportunity principles

Awareness of cultural difference

These attributes will develop over the years of your study and maybe capture in a variety of ways Follow the link below for an interactive representation of these attributes: http://hermes.uwl.ac.uk/grad_attributes/ How will you acquire and record these attributes? A number of courses use PebblePad to record the Graduate Attributes. You may wish to discuss this with your tutors, and you’re Personal Tutor.

http://hermes.uwl.ac.uk/grad_attributes/


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Quality Management and Enhancement

4.1 Course Management

The academic advice and support for learners will adopt the principles laid down in the latest edition of the Quality Handbook. Students will be supplied with:

A course handbook

Module study guides

Print-based learning materials

Access to a virtual learning environment (Blackboard)

Student Handbook and Undergraduate Supplement (UWL produced) The need for support varies from student to student. Support will thus be negotiated between the student and the personal tutor/course leader. Academic Support Academic staff with specialist knowledge and expertise in the subject to guarantee a quality learning experience will facilitate the course. Module Leaders are responsible for the overall content, quality and day-to-day delivery of the curriculum and the assessment of student performance on that module. The BA has a dedicated course leader. The course leader is responsible for the day-to-day management of the course. This role typically involves the following, directly reporting to the Field Leader:

Recruitment of students to the course

The organisation of an induction course

Resolution of student problems

The establishment of a student assessment course

Timetabling

Course monitoring

The writing of an annual report

Convening of team meetings as and when appropriate

Liaison with the external examiner(s), through the Field Leader It is general practice within the Faculty of Professional Studies that the course leader for a part-time undergraduate course also acts as personal tutor to those


students. Typically such a role involves meeting each tutee, either individually or in small groups. These sessions will provide general advice on academic progress and administrative procedures, signposting university services and providing references for future employment or study. The operation of the system though can be negotiated to meet the needs of the students.

4.2 Student Evaluation

Evaluation of the Course We need to know, at regular intervals, how you are getting on with the course. This is about your own personal performance and also about what you think about the course, changes you would like to see and so on. We will seek your views using questionnaires, talking with you in personal tutor time, hearing from your representatives in course meetings, receiving feedback from you about your modules and so on. The formal minutes of course meetings are put up on your notice boards for you to see.

You will also want regular feedback from us about your work. We will provide you with feedback on all your assessed work and, as you will see from module study guides, we will offer you earlier feedback on some work that is submitted as a draft stage.

Playing your part! Student Representatives The University strongly believes in student participation and you are encouraged to lay an active part in the life of the university. One way you can do this is to put yourself forward as student representative for your course at whatever level of study you are completing. You will receive formal training from the Students’ Union in what is required and may be asked to sit on a number of subjects, course or faculty-related committees to contribute to debate and decisions regarding current issues and future developments. In addition, as a School representative, you may be asked to attend a range of University-wide committee meetings covering a full range of areas and levels. It is not as daunting as it sounds. You should only be asked to attend about 4 meetings a year and it is a wonderful way of finding out what is going on. It looks good on your CV as well! If you believe you can contribute effectively and will be able to represent the views of other students on your course, please talk to your Course Leader or contact your SU representative.


4.3 Course Committee/Board

Course Committee/Board meetings will be held on: Semester 1 - Date to be confirmed Semester 2 - Date to be confirmed


London School of Hospitality and Tourism, Field of Culinary Arts

FdA FOOD & PROFESSIONAL COOKERY – PASTRY [Part-time]

SEMESTER 1 modules SEPT-JAN 14 weeks

SEMESTER 2 modules JAN-MAY 14 weeks

SEMESTER 3 modules JUNE-JULY

7 weeks

Module Credits per year

YEAR 1 Level 4 modules

Personal development 1[20]

Kitchen Larder 1 with applied

science[20]

Kitchen Larder 2 evolution of

culinary techniques [20]

Pastry 1 artisan breads and

fermented goods [20]

Pastry 2 modern patisserie

techniques [20]

Food safety & Microbiology

[20]

120

YEAR 2 Level 5 modules

Pastry 3 plated dessert trends

[20]

Pastry 4 product

development for dietary

trends [20]

Pastry - Sugar Work and

Design [40]

Food and Nutrition [20]

Hospitality Business

Management [20]

120

Total credits

240

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