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STUDENT HANDBOOK 2021-2022

Foundation Programme

University of Manchester Pathway

Business and Humanities


Contents Page Welcome to the Programme 3 Course Information 4 Aims of the Programme 4 Programme Structure 5 - 7 Timetable information 8 Module Descriptors 8-10 University of Manchester Academic Portfolio 11 Programme Books 11 Style of Teaching 11 Assessment 12-13 The importance of Self Study 13 Applying to University 13 University of Manchester Link Tutor 14 The importance of Speaking English 14


INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION PROGRAMME HUMANITIES (UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER) Welcome to the Programme

It will provide you with the knowledge needed to prepare you for the first year of your university study. The IFP will also assess your ability to meet the admissions standards of the university. Students on this pathway are guaranteed conditional offers of a place on a programme at The University of Manchester. You will be required to meet the grades of the offer in order to progress to the university. Typical degree subjects would be Business Studies, Management, Accounting and Finance, Economics, Law, and Business Management, although students have applied for a range of other subjects. The condition for offers at the University of Manchester generally range from A*AA to AAB. A few will only require ABB. (See the 2016-2017 University Pathways Brochure pages 48-55 for information about the grade you will require for the course you wish to study.) There will be a number of visits arranged to the Academic Schools at the University of Manchester for those students who are in Manchester. Online visits and Seminars will be organised for those who are not in Manchester. Mario Pezzino from the University is the Link Tutor for the Faculty of Humanities. He will hold sessions on applications to the University, a session on writing Personal Statements as well as providing Drop-in sessions giving you advice on the courses you might want to apply for. The University of Manchester is one of the UK’s oldest and most prestigious universities, right at the heart of one of Britain’s most exciting student cities. In 2004 it merged with UMIST (University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology). The University is highly ranked for both research and teaching, with an international reputation. Successful foundation students benefit from a wide choice of degree options at the University. The University of Manchester takes great pride in the number of students who join it from all over the world. Fergus Mackinnon Programme Manager

This programme handbook is to be read in conjunction with the NCUK Student Handbook (attached to the back of this handbook) and the INTO Manchester Centre Handbook (found on Moodle and available in the Learning Centre and at the Welcome Desk). Course Information

Aims of the Programme The aims of the IFP are as follows:

• To provide international students with a high quality pre-undergraduate education, with outcomes comparable with GCE A levels.

• To prepare students for study at undergraduate level in English-language universities. The programme is designed to meet the requirements of NCUK partner universities.

• To enhance the English language ability of students to enable them to communicate and study effectively and confidently at undergraduate level in an English-language university.

• To certify a student’s academic English language skills in a way that is recognised by NCUK partner universities, without the requirement for further assessment of English language ability.

Welcome to the International Foundation Programme at INTO Manchester. This is your handbook for the Humanities University of Manchester pathway. The International Foundation Programme (IFP) is a one year programme which will give you the opportunity to progress onto a degree programme at the University of Manchester. The IFP will present you with a very important opportunity to progress to one of the best universities in the world.


• To develop the learning skills, subject knowledge and related capabilities required for successful study at undergraduate level in an NCUK partner university.

• To cultivate a commitment to good practice in academic work.

• To provide students with the necessary personal and key skills to enable them to develop as independent, autonomous learners.

• To give students practical experience of different methods that may be used to develop and assess their learning.

Intended Outcomes On successful completion of the IFP students should be able to:

• Use English confidently in a Western academic environment and demonstrate a proficiency in English language to a standard of at least NCUK EAP ‘C’ grade1.

• Learn effectively and conform to accepted academic practice.

• Make effective use of a range of generic and subject specific study skills.

• Demonstrate knowledge in specific-subject areas at a level comparable to, although not necessarily the same as, that of ‘home’ students at the time of entry to undergraduate study.

• Demonstrate their learning through a range of learning assessment methods. Staff All of our teachers have a lot of experience working with international students. They understand that it is sometimes difficult for students to make the change from one style of learning to a new style. They are keen to help you, but most importantly, they need you to help them understand what is difficult for you. Each student is different so it is essential that each student talks to their teachers and lets them know what they are happy with and what they think needs to change. Teachers are happy to receive any feedback from their students so please make sure that you communicate frequently with your class teachers. Programme Structure All teaching will be conducted in English and you will be encouraged to use English as frequently as possible and at all times whilst in classrooms. The programme is delivered over 24 hours per week for 34 weeks. The final examinations are held at the end of June with final results available at the end of July. For holiday dates see the Academic Calendar.

1 For information on the EAP English language equivalencies, refer to NCUK’s website:

https://www.ncuk.ac.uk/programmes/entry-requirements/english-requirements

https://www.ncuk.ac.uk/programmes/entry-requirements/english-requirements


The Manchester Pathway The Humanities Manchester Pathway includes the following sessions:

3 Core Humanties Modules

University of Manchester Link Tutor

Award (MULTA)

English for Academic Purposes and Study

Skills (EAP)

or Research and Communication Skills

(RCS)

INTO Essentials which covers Information

Technology and Tutorials

University of Manchester

Link events


Humanities core modules You will study three modules from the following list of core modules in Humanities subjects. Your tutors will advise you about which modules to take, which will depend on your entry test results, previous qualifications and the university programmes that you select for application - in addition to your own preferences.

*Students will only be accepted on Further Maths if they intend to study Maths or a Maths-related course at the University of Manchester.

Global Studies EconomicsBusiness and Management

MathematicsFurther

Mathematics*


How your Programme will be designed.

Timetable Information The academic year is split into terms. Timetables for teaching are produced at the start of each term. Timetables can and do change each term, so you cannot assume that your timetable will be exactly the same for the duration of your programme. Where there are large numbers of students, it is necessary to split you into smaller groups and you may not all study the same subject at the same time on the same day. You will be put into a group at the beginning of your programme, and it is unusual for this group to change. You may be in different groups for your EAP and Maths classes.

During the Induction week you will do Entry tests in English and Maths to determine your level

You will be assigned a Group based upon your University

course choice and the results of the Entry tests.

You will study a combination of the core modules suitable for

your chosen course.

In tutorial you will be advised of the most appropriate modules

for you.

Please note that many programmes at the University of Manchester will require you to

have a minimum qualification in Mathematics - GCSE grade B or

equivalent.

All students must study either EAP or RCS

University of Manchester students also produce an

Academic Portfolio

You will also study ICT for the first term to prepare you for the

work you will have to do at University


Module Descriptors Full details and course outlines of the different modules will be given to students at the beginning of their programme. These are an outline of the modules offered on this programme: Economics The aim of this module is to provide students with the knowledge and understanding of the key economic concepts and principles required by students progressing to UK universities on business related degree programmes. Reference is mainly to the UK situation in preparation for studying the subject with British students at University. The first semester (first half of the programme) will deal with Microeconomics, and the second semester with Macroeconomics. Micro is mainly the study of the market system, and Macro mainly deals with the study of the national economy and how a government can attempt to control it. Mathematics The Mathematics module aims to provide students with a basis in the knowledge, skills and techniques needed for quantitative work in higher education, as well as to encourage students to develop the study skills needed for investigative work and independent study. You will be given a short test in Mathematics at the start of the course so that you can be placed in a group with similar mathematical ability. Further Mathematics This is a module only for students with an advanced level of mathematics. It covers topics such as: Semester One - Further curve sketching and inequalities, summation of series, relations between the roots of equations, matrices and transformations, complex numbers, Mechanics - statics and dynamics, hyperbolic functions, Maclaurin and Taylor series, parametric coordinates. Semester Two - Conics, kinematics, statics of rigid bodies, further dynamics, simple harmonic motion, motion in a circle, further complex numbers, calculus with hyperbolic functions, further vectors, first order differential equations, second order differential equations, further kinematics. Global Studies The Global Studies module is a fascinating and exciting opportunity for you to exercise your critical thinking and research skills. It is a course which focuses around discussion using the English language. It is therefore the ideal environment to practice and improve your English speaking and debating skills, in a safe space. Students will study interesting topics such as International Organisations, The Causes of War, Climate Change and Globalisation. Our task as Global Studies students is to be able to compare and contrast different perspectives, and to evaluate diverse sources of information. The course is designed to give you the maximum freedom to learn how to research, an essential skill you will certainly need to master for success at university. Global Studies is therefore the perfect choice if you wish to prepare for a life at university, and to sharpen your English skills for a fast paced world. Business and Management This module aims to develop student skills, knowledge, understanding and enthusiasm in Business Management and to help prepare them for Business and Management–related degree programmes at UK universities. The main focus of study is on the key business areas of marketing, accounting and finance, and human resource management. There are also modules in basic areas of UK business law and the fundamentals of management. EAP The aim of the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) module is to support you with your academic studies at INTO Manchester and to prepare you for the rigours of university study. EAP classes will concentrate on developing the four main language skills - reading, listening, writing and speaking - as well as vocabulary and structures. They will also focus on study skills and critical thinking, which will help you to become a more independent and reflective learner. Topics and materials in EAP classes will cover popular and current issues in your subject areas, which your subject teachers have agreed will be useful. They will also help you to review and extend ideas you may have come across


in your subject classes. One area of study skills that will be emphasised is Academic Honesty including researching, quoting, paraphrasing, citing and referencing. You will need to be able to do this in the coursework you produce for your subjects and for your final EAP assessments. The teaching style will be interactive, as we will often ask you to present information to small groups or the whole class, to work in pairs and in groups to discuss questions, exercises, or correct errors, and to collaborate on pieces of writing. However, you must remember that any coursework assessments you do, MUST be entirely your own work. You will have to organise your time effectively to complete all of the coursework by the deadlines set – at times there will be a lot of work to submit in a short period of time – this is the reality at university. Your teachers are here to support you in starting to take responsibility for your own learning, but you will be expected to become a more independent, critical and reflective learner as the course progresses.

It is important to note that the majority of universities will ONLY accept your MOST RECENT English Language qualification. Your EAP grade will be your most recent qualification. Although English Language entry requirements vary, most Humanities courses at The University of Manchester will require a minimum of grade B in all sections of the EAP module. A few may require a minimum of C; others will require an A grade.

Research and Communication Skills The IFP Research and Communication Skills module is a research module which students with a higher level of English may undertake as an alternative to the EAP module. It is aimed at students with an IELTS score of 7.0 or above. The aim of the Research and Communication Skills module is to equip students with knowledge and experience of undertaking academic research, which it is hoped will give them a head start when they enter university. Students are introduced to the basics of academic research, including topic selection, reading academic literature, writing a Literature Review, research methods, critical evaluation and writing up research. The main pieces of work students complete are an annotated bibliography, a research project plan and a research project. They also do a presentation of their Research Project. Students benefit from a high level of autonomy on the Research and Communication Skills module and are expected to show the maturity and time management skills necessary to prepare effectively and meet deadline. INTO Essentials ICT The ICT module follows the aims and outcomes of the IFP in general. In particular, it will seek to enhance ICT knowledge and skills to enable students to communicate and study effectively and confidently. It will, further, provide students with the necessary personal and key skills to enable them to develop as independent, autonomous learners.

Tutorials During tutorials, your Academic Advisor will help you complete your UCAS University application. Tutorials will also provide you with the opportunity to ask any questions and help you maintain appropriate speed of your progression University of Manchester Link Tutor Award (MULTA) The University of Manchester was the first university in the UK to make social responsibility one of its core goals. The University believes that its staff and students must be ready to help it in its goal to be more socially responsible and to make a meaningful contribution to the city and to the world. In this online module, endorsed by the University of Manchester Link Tutors, you will develop your abilities to apply critical thinking to becoming more socially responsible. As you do this, we will help you develop the personal attributes that employers are looking for in in their graduate recruitment.


Through the development of these personal attributes and the application of critical thinking to a specific project, your UCAS application will be enhanced, you will develop key skills that make you a more attractive candidate to admissions tutors and future employers, you will be able to evidence a firm commitment to the University's core goals, and you will improve the lives of other people who may not have the opportunities that are available to you. Programme Books Many of the programme books are specifically written or compiled for the Foundation Programme. These will be issued to you in the first week of the programme. Additional reading materials will be prepared as well as recommended by your tutors. Students on the IFP also have full access to the Learning Centre, where they can use computers, print and take photocopies, read and borrow books and DVDs, and have access to paper and electronic journals in their field. On this pathway, you also have access to the University of Manchester Library. Style of Teaching Students are encouraged to use English as frequently as possible and at all times in the classroom. Teaching methods used in the UK are often different to those used in many other countries. One of the aims of the courses is to give students the kind of skills you will need to participate and succeed on degree programmes at a UK university. Various teaching methods are used with the focus on the interactive whiteboards which are in every classroom. Classes can be delivered as lectures, seminars, tutorials or workshops with students working in pairs or small groups on case studies, presentations and role-play exercises. The aim is to provide you with the knowledge and understanding to enable you complete the various assignments and examinations successfully. Teaching will be based on the following schedule:

Lecture Type Status Duration

Pre-recorded Lecture Online 1 Hour

Lesson 1 Online – LIVE and in class for those students in Manchester 1 Hour

Lesson 2 Online – LIVE and in class for those students in Manchester 1 hour

Lesson 3 Online – LIVE and in class for those students in Manchester 1 hour

Coursework and exam preparation Online – LIVE and in class for those students in Manchester 1 hour

Additional help is provided through: Brightspace This is a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), also known as the “Learning Zone” and is available to all students through a computer connection (internally or externally). It is an online way of getting information directly linked to your course. You will be automatically enrolled onto each module on Brightspace. Announcements will be made on coursework and exams, room changes and other day to day events. You will be able to access information, hand-outs, subject syllabuses, website links, university links, tests, and ask questions of your teacher. Revision classes, Study Clinics and Support classes These will be extra classes for all students before the End of Semester and Final exams. The Support Clinics are for students who need extra support with any of their modules. If you are invited to attend one of these by your subject teacher it is very important that you follow this advice. Many students have succeeded because they have accessed the extra support available. There will be more information about these during the course of the programme. Review Days Review Days will take place in November and February, where your tutor will discuss with you on an individual (1 to 1) basis how you are doing on the programme, and give you advice on any possible learning strategies you may need. Academic Advisor (AD)


All students will be allocated a AD and there will be a one hour tutorial each week. Your AD will follow a tutorial programme with you and provide a link between you and the other student support services in the centre. They will also feedback to you monthly progress grades, monitor attendance issues and guide you through the university application process. Assessment An academic calendar, giving the dates for your assessments, will be issued to students early in the programme. Coursework Grading and Exams All subject modules are assessed via a mixture of coursework and examinations, and aim to use a wide variety of assessment approaches to reflect the nature of British university assessment. The NCUK are responsible for providing the syllabi and examinations for the INTO Manchester IFP. At the end of your studies you will be awarded a grade for each module completed that reflects your level of achievement. There are seven possible grades which you will see below. You will have passed the module if you achieve a grade of A* to D. Marking schemes normally apply the following criteria:

Grade Score UCAS points Description of standard of work

A* 80% 56 points Excellent

A 70-79% 48 points Very Good

B 60-69% 40 points Good

C 50-59% 32 points Satisfactory

D 40-49% 24 points Minimum Pass

E 35-39% 16 points Compensation Grade

U <35% 0 points Ungraded

In most modules the assessment is based on 30% coursework and 70% examination although there are some exceptions – your module tutors will give you details. The coursework includes a test paper in January covering the work done up to that point. The examination mark is obtained from papers taken in June. Please refer to pages 5 to 10 of the NCUK Student Handbook (attached at the back of this Handbook) for full details of NCUK Coursework and Exams. Please also refer to the very important information regarding Academic Misconduct (Cheating) at pages 11 to 13 of the NCUK Student Handbook. You should also refer to NCUK’s Academic Misconduct Policy for the consequences of, and penalties for, academic misconduct (available on Moodle, in the Learning Centre and at the Welcome Desk). Homework An academic programme at this level expects that students will take a responsible attitude to their studies, and will learn to take charge of their own learning. Not all the work required on this programme takes place in the classroom, and independent study and homework are an important and integral part of your studies. By reading and otherwise preparing for your classes under the instructions of your teachers you will benefit more from your time in the class. Occasionally you may be set homework that forms part of your assessment. If this is the case your teachers will tell you when the work is set, and you must make sure that the work is completed on time. The importance of Self-Study


To be a good independent learner you need to know about different learning styles, and about different ways of organising your work and your time. This is something that you will have to learn, and your teachers will help you acquire useful skills, strategies and techniques. Independent learning skills are not learned overnight, but if you are to do well in the British university system it is essential you learn to study by yourself. Applying to University – the Application Process You will have a series of events, presentations and information gathering sessions in order for you to make an informed choice of university programme. INTO Staff will explain during the first semester how to apply through using the UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) system. You will be given a guide to help you fill out the form as well as presentations explaining the process.

The stages of your university application process will be:

Stage What will happen

1 Talks from former students about their experiences at The University of Manchester.

2 Visits to The University of Manchester for information sessions.

3 Guidance from the Placement Officers and Link Tutor on how to fill in the UCAS online application form which allows you to choose up to 5 courses. Your tutor will check your form and feedback any improvements which may be needed. Your tutor then adds the staff reference which gives your predicted grades and the form is sent to UCAS.

4 Students receive the course offers online through UCAS and you choose your first and second choices (called Firm and Insurance choice).

5 INTO send your final grades to the admissions officers of your chosen Firm and Insurance university courses in late July.

6 Early August confirmation of your place (provided you make the grades!) and progressing to The University of Manchester in September 2018.

Throughout this process you will have access to the support and advice from the INTO Manchester Placement Officers, Link Tutor, your tutor and the IFP Programme Managers. Link Tutor at the University of Manchester – Mario Pezzino Mario’s role is to strengthen the connections for Humanities students between INTO Manchester and The University of Manchester. Mario will be coming into the Centre on a regular basis and will be happy to answer any of your questions about the University. You will find him in the University Advisory Area on the Third Floor. Alternatively you can email Mario at [email protected] He will advise you about what the University expects you to include in the Manchester Academic Development Portfolio. He will also arrange visits to the academic departments at the University so that you may find out about the different types of courses they offer and ask questions of the admission tutors about university life and details of the course you might want to choose. These are important sessions as they are an opportunity to see the parts of the University you will be studying in next year. You may also meet former students who successfully progressed to the University of Manchester from INTO Manchester. Mario will provide a calendar of these events when you meet her in the first week. University Visits Throughout the programme, you will have the opportunity to obtain information about The University of Manchester through visits to the different departments and online seminars. Not only will you get advice on the application process, and information about the programmes on offer, but you will also experience the occasional inspirational lecture from university staff, which will give you the feel of university life.

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At an early stage, the University staff will explain the opportunities you will have to use the University facilities including their sporting clubs, societies and the University Library. The Importance of Speaking English Some students arrive in the centre having passed IELTS or other exams by studying techniques to get a higher score, and when they arrive in the UK they find the English they need in their classes difficult. If this is your case, do not despair, but do remember that you are living in an English-speaking country and you should find many opportunities to practice your English. You will be studying English in your classes, but you also need to take every opportunity you can to speak English outside the classroom. Try not to spend too much time with people from your own country speaking your first language. If you make friends with people on your course from other countries you will probably have to use English to speak with them, and this will help improve your English too. Manchester is a great place to meet students and other young people from all over the world. It may be a bit of an effort for you to get out and socialise, but it will do wonders for your English language communication. We would like to wish you success on the Foundation Programme and if you have any questions or concerns please speak to your tutor.

Your teachers Name Role/Subject Room Email

Fergus

Mackinnon

Programme Manager 314 [email protected]

Sarah Marshall Assistant Programme Manager 314 [email protected]

Hsein Assayed Assistant Programme Manager 314 [email protected]

Lazarus

Nyagumbo

Subject Leader (Economics) 319 [email protected]

Margaret

McCaughey

Subject Leader (Maths) 319 [email protected]

Paige Hercules Acting Subject Leader

(Business Studies)

319 [email protected]

Sarah Arshad Business Studies (On Parental

Leave)

319 [email protected]

Vitalia Kinakh Economics 319 [email protected]

John Ormerod Economics 309 [email protected]

Linna Wang Economics 319 [email protected]

Tony Greaves Further Maths (Part Time) 310 [email protected]

Baher Issa ICT 309 [email protected]

Evan

Ferneyhough

Maths 319 [email protected]

Tom Hall Maths 319 [email protected]

Bayezid Hossein Maths 309 [email protected]

Graham Turner Maths 319 [email protected]

Karl Townson Maths 319 [email protected]

Peter Kite Maths (Part Time) 309 [email protected]

Richard Truslow Maths (Part Time) 319 [email protected]

Colin Lowe Politics 203 [email protected]

Tony Vitofski Politics 319 [email protected]

Dan Bromley Politics (Part Time) 319 [email protected]



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Table of Contents

Introduction ............................................................................................................................................... 15

Essential Information ......................................................................................................................... 16

Registration ....................................................................................................................................... 16 Teaching and Learning .................................................................................................................... 16 Support and Resources ................................................................................................................... 17 Special Educational Needs, Disabilities or Temporary Illness/Injury .................................... 17 Your Views ........................................................................................................................................ 18 Leaving the Qualification Early (Withdrawal) ............................................................................. 18

Choosing a University ....................................................................................................................... 18

Students Applying for Undergraduate Degrees .......................................................................... 1 Students Applying for Postgraduate Degrees ............................................................................. 7

Assessment (Exams and Coursework) ................................................................................................ 8

NCUK Assessment Platform ............................................................................................................ 8 Coursework ......................................................................................................................................... 8 Late Coursework Penalties .............................................................................................................. 9 Examinations ....................................................................................................................................... 9 NCUK Exam Regulations ................................................................................................................ 10 Your Marks and Grades .................................................................................................................. 11 Official Publication of Results ....................................................................................................... 12 Enquiry about Results ..................................................................................................................... 12 Appeal ................................................................................................................................................ 12

Academic Misconduct (cheating) ..................................................................................................... 13

Penalties .............................................................................................................................................. 0 What will happen if you are suspected of misconduct? ............................................................ 0

Appendices ............................................................................................................................................ 2

Appendix 1: Academic Calendar ..................................................................................................... 2 Appendix 2: Study Centre Information ......................................................................................... 2

NCUK Calculator Regulations ............................................................................................................. 3

Glossary ................................................................................................................................................. 5


Introduction Thank you for choosing to study an NCUK qualification. NCUK is a consortium of leading universities dedicated to giving international students guaranteed access to universities worldwide and helping students succeed when they get there. Our qualifications are recognised by universities around the world. See https://www.ncuk.ac.uk/our-universities for further information on where your

qualification can take you.

NCUK qualifications have been created to give international students the best preparation possible

to study at university. If you pass your NCUK qualification, you are guaranteed a place on a suitable

course at an NCUK University, provided you meet the university entry criteria. Please visit the NCUK

website for a list of the NCUK Universities and an explanation of our guarantee:

www.ncuk.ac.uk/guarantee

During your studies, NCUK will help you to apply for a university course, offering valuable support

and advice on the best course to suit your needs. When you have accepted an offer from an NCUK

University, our dedicated Student Support team will work with you and the university to make all

your arrangements as easy as possible.

This Student Handbook contains important information about studying for your NCUK qualification.

If you read a word or term and do not know what it means, please check the Glossary at the back for

a definition (the words and terms are listed alphabetically).

https://www.ncuk.ac.uk/our-universities

http://www.ncuk.ac.uk/guarantee


Essential Information

Registration

INTO Manchester will register with NCUK in the Welcome system. To do this INTO Manchester will

need your:

name as it is printed in your passport (or birth certificate, if you do not have a passport yet)

passport (if you have one)

email address (if you do not have an email address you need to set one up)

certificate or certificates that show you have the qualifications (entry requirements) needed to

study your NCUK qualification

When you have been registered in Welcome, you will receive an email from NCUK asking you to

check and confirm your details. You must tell INTO Manchester as soon as possible if any

registration details are wrong. If the details in Welcome are incorrect it could affect your university

applications, NCUK Certificate and any documents you may need to obtain your visa to enter your

university destination country.

NCUK will store your personal data so that we can provide all your assessments and record your

academic progress. If you would like to know more information about how NCUK uses your

personal data, please read the NCUK Privacy Notice on the NCUK website at

https://www.ncuk.ac.uk/ncuk-policies/

INTO Manchester will inform you about any other information they need to register you on your

qualification.

Teaching and Learning

Teaching methods in NCUK Universities are quite different from those used in many other countries.

The aim of your NCUK qualification is to give you the skills and knowledge to succeed when you go

on to study with an NCUK University.

All teaching will be conducted in English. You will be encouraged to use English as frequently as

possible and at all times whilst on INTO Manchester premises.

INTO Manchester will introduce you to the teaching methods used by NCUK Universities, for

example lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshop classes. You will also practise a wide range of

study techniques, including individual and group presentations, project work and extended essay

writing.

Your NCUK qualification is designed to help you develop the skills to plan your workload and find

the motivation, discipline and time to study and learn. INTO Manchester will provide you with

opportunities to become a confident, independent learner who is able to recognise and react

appropriately to your strengths and weaknesses.

Taking responsibility for your own learning is important to being a successful NCUK student.



Support and Resources

INTO Manchester aims to support you throughout your studies. To help you get the most out of your

NCUK qualification, INTO Manchester will provide access to appropriate pastoral and academic

support and you will be able to discuss your progress through regular tutorials. The staff at INTO

Manchester will tell you about the resources available, including any additional tutorial support if you

have a specific problem with an element of your qualification. You will also receive advice on how to

use computer-based resources and the library (or learning resource centre).

Special Educational Needs, Disabilities or Temporary Illness/Injury

You should talk to Your Programme Manager, as soon as possible if you:

have a permanent disability or specific learning needs

have temporary illness/injury or learning needs at the time of an assessment

are affected by something beyond your control at the time of an assessment e.g. the death

or serious illness in your immediate family (i.e. brother, sister, mother, father, grandmother

or grandfather).

Access Arrangements Special Consideration

If you have a permanent disability or

specific learning needs, NCUK may give

permission for access arrangements to

be put in place. Access arrangements

are changes to reduce the effect of

your disability or condition.

For example, a student with a

diagnosed learning difference may be

eligible for extra time to complete an

exam. Their work will be marked in the

same way as all other students for that

qualification.

If you are ill, injure yourself of have

another problem that affects your

performance on the day of an exam or

when you are completing coursework,

you may be eligible for special

consideration. If there is evidence that

your performance was affected by the

problem NCUK will take this into

account. This may mean that a mark is

changed, that an assessment component

is discounted (is not used to calculate

your final mark) or that you are given

the opportunity to be reassessed.

It is your responsibility to inform INTO Manchester by talking to Your Programme Manager, if you

think you are eligible for access arrangements or special consideration. Your Programme Manager

will make sure that your application is completed properly and send it to NCUK.

Please note:

An application for access arrangements must be made before coursework is completed/an

exam takes place.

Special consideration cannot be requested after you receive your final results.

Information about your personal circumstances is confidential: it will be stored securely by

NCUK.


Your Views

NCUK and INTO Manchester want to make sure that you get the most out of your

NCUK qualification. From time to time, INTO Manchester will ask for your

feedback (what you think) about your experience studying your NCUK

qualification e.g. you will be asked about the teaching and the facilities and

resources at INTO Manchester. It is your chance to tell INTO Manchester what is

going well and what could be improved. Don’t be afraid to say what you really

think!

INTO Manchester and NCUK want to learn about your experience and find out if we can make any

improvements that will help you or future students.

Please raise any issues you have with INTO Manchester, your first point of contact is your tutor.

Most issues can be resolved informally. However, if you feel that the issue has not been resolved to

your satisfaction, you may wish to follow INTO Manchester’s formal complaints procedure.

NCUK has a complaints process, but you must first go through INTO Manchester’s procedure before

you can bring the matter to NCUK. To access a copy of the NCUK Complaints and Compliments

Policy please visit https://www.ncuk.ac.uk/ncuk-policies/.

Leaving the Qualification Early (Withdrawal)

If you need to leave your NCUK qualification for any reason, you must contact the administration

department at INTO Manchester. Remember that if you leave the qualification, you will not be able to

apply for a study visa through INTO Manchester or NCUK.

Choosing a university The NCUK University Course Finder

(available at https://www.ncuk.ac.uk/ncuk-

qualifications/ncuk-entry-directory) gives

detailed information about entry requirements

for courses at each of the NCUK Universities.


https://www.ncuk.ac.uk/ncuk-qualifications/ncuk-entry-directory

https://www.ncuk.ac.uk/ncuk-qualifications/ncuk-entry-directory


During the year, there will be opportunities to

find out more about the NCUK universities you

can apply to. Staff at INTO Manchester will

provide advice and give presentations on how

you should choose a university and course.

NCUK will also contact you via email to provide

advice and resources to help you better

understand each stage of the application

process. In addition, university representatives

and NCUK staff may visit INTO Manchester, so

you can ask them any questions you may have.

Your INTO Manchester tutors will tell you what

grades they expect you to get at the end of

your NCUK qualification and this will help you

to choose the most appropriate university

course.

Once you have chosen which

universities you want to apply to, staff at INTO

Manchester will help you to complete your

application. After you have applied, the

universities will tell you if your application has

been successful, and, if so, what grades you

will need to achieve at the end of your

qualification. If you have any problems

receiving offers, NCUK will help to find you an

appropriate university course.

When you have taken your final exams, you

must wait for your results to be published. If

you have not achieved the grades you need,

INTO Manchester will advise you on what to do

next. Remember that if you do not achieve the

grades you need, NCUK will find you an

appropriate university place providing you

have achieved the minimum pass

requirements (see www.ncuk.ac.uk).

Students Applying for Undergraduate Degrees

The NCUK Student Support team will help you with applications to NCUK universities all over the

world. Our close connections with NCUK Universities mean that, as a student, you can just

concentrate on your studies. If you have any questions about studying abroad, please contact INTO

Manchester, and visit our website www.ncuk.ac.uk/study-abroad or email [email protected] for

more information.

http://www.ncuk.ac.uk/



UCAS is an organisation that manages the application process for undergraduate

degrees in the UK. You will use the UCAS online system to make your UK applications and NCUK will

manage the process for you.

The UCAS system allows you to make five university choices. However, as an NCUK student, we

strongly recommend to only make three choices to NCUK Universities. If your initial applications are

unsuitable and you do not receive an offer, keeping two choices free allows NCUK to make

additional applications for you as quickly as possible. It also ensures that you will benefit from the

NCUK Guarantee. If you use all five choices, the process of finalising your university offers may be

delayed. This may decrease your chances of obtaining a visa in time to begin your studies.

Students Applying for Postgraduate Degrees

To apply for postgraduate degree courses, you will use the NCUK Welcome system. As an NCUK

student, you will only need to submit your three course choices and all relevant supporting

documents. NCUK will manage the application process for you using Welcome and our close

connections with the NCUK Universities so you can just concentrate on your studies.


Assessment (Exams and CourSework) Assessment is designed to measure what students know, understand and are able to do. NCUK

modules are assessed by coursework and/or examination (exam). During your studies you will be

given different types of assessment, designed to be similar to the assessments used at NCUK

Universities.

NCUK Assessment Platform

You will complete your coursework and exams using the NCUK assessment

platform, which is an internet-based application.

Before you start your studies, Your Programme Manager, will advise you about

the IT equipment (e.g. a laptop) and software requirements to access the

NCUK assessment platform. INTO Manchester will help you to check your IT

equipment is suitable and - if you will complete any assessments away from

the study centre – that your internet service meets NCUK’s minimum

requirements.

INTO Manchester will help you learn how to use the NCUK assessment platform. The Student Hub

area of the platform includes a student user guide and ‘how to’ videos.

Coursework

INTO Manchester will give you a calendar of all coursework with hand in dates. The dates will be

arranged so that the work is evenly spread through the year.

Here is some essential information about the coursework system for your NCUK qualification:

All work that you hand in must be entirely your own and written in your own words. If

your tutors think you have presented someone else’s work as your own, they will treat this

very seriously and it might result in you receiving no marks for your work or you may even be

asked to leave. The section on Academic Misconduct (cheating) explains this in more detail

and you can also ask your INTO Manchester tutors.

Your INTO Manchester tutors will instruct you on the arrangements for submitting (handing in)

coursework.

If you submit work late and do not have a valid reason, marks will be deducted (taken away).

This is explained on the next page.

All coursework will be marked (graded) by your INTO Manchester tutors and they will provide

some written feedback to help you with your learning.

If you do not pass a piece of coursework that counts towards your final grade, INTO Manchester

will tell you if you can resubmit the work. In some cases, NCUK rules will not allow you to

resubmit.

You will be given coursework (or homework) that does not count towards your final grade. This

coursework is an extremely important part of your development. It will help you improve your

skills in particular areas or give you practice for an assessment that does count towards your

final grade.


Late Coursework Penalties

Coursework that is submitted late (handed in after the deadline) will have marks deducted (taken

away): 10% for each late day. The table (Figure 1) shows how the marks will be deducted.

Figure 1: Late Assessment Penalties

Multiply Original Mark

by:

Day 0

Day 1 0.9

Day 2 0.8

Day 3 0.7

Day 4 0.6

Day 5 0.5

Day 6 0.4

Day 7 0.3

Day 8 0.2

Day 9 0.1

Day 10+ -

Examinations

The details of the examinations (exams) for each of your modules will be given to you by your

tutors.

You must follow NCUK’s regulations when you take your examinations. People called invigilators

(these might be your tutors) will make sure that all students follow the regulations.

If you will take your exams remotely (e.g. not at INTO Manchester but at home or another suitable

location), you will be monitored by a remote proctoring service to ensure that you do not cheat. The

remote proctoring system uses video and sound capture via your computer to monitor your activity

during an exam. The system will provide a report to INTO Manchester and any suspicious activity

will be investigated. INTO Manchester will provide you with more information about remote

proctoring before your exams and the NCUK exam regulations for these circumstances.

For example, if a piece of your

coursework is given a mark of

50/100, but you submitted it

one day late, the mark will be

multiplied by 0.9 (minus 10%)

so you received a mark

45/100.


NCUK online Exam Regulations

Preparing for the exam

a. Be on time. If you are late you might not be allowed to take the exam.

b. If you will handwrite any part of the exam, you should use only black or blue pen.

c. You must not take any of the following items into the exam room:

Notes, books or an electronic dictionary

A calculator case or calculator instructions (please refer to NCUK’s Calculator Regulations)

Any product with text/data/storage/digital facilities, such as a mobile phone, iPad, MP3/4

player, a reading pen, a smartwatch or watch that has a data storage device

Food

d. Bags, cases or other items must not be taken to your exam desk. Small handbags and pencil

cases may be left on the floor by your desk.

e. INTO Manchester will tell you if a calculator can be used for the exam. NCUK has regulations

about the type of calculator which can be used (see NCUK Calculator Regulations). Before you

take your calculator into the exam room you must remove any parts - such as the case, lid or

cover - that have printed instructions or formulae on them.

During the exam

f. You should conduct these exams as you would if the examinations were being sat on campus

g. You must not communicate or attempt to communicate with anyone during the exam. This

means that:

o You must not share information about the content of the examination questions, with

other students or other third parties, whether this be in person, electronically, or via

social media

o You must not share your answers with other students or third parties, whether this be

in person, electronically or via social media

o You must not discuss the contents of the examination/assessment with others or

collaborate with other students or third parties in the writing or drafting of answers

o You should not contact your tutors/academic staff to ask them how you should

answer the question

h. You must not copy or attempt to copy from another student's work

i. You must not be involved in any arrangement whereby another party undertakes the assessment

on your behalf

j. You must not obtain or access, or attempt to obtain or access, an unseen assessment, except

where this has been expressly agreed with NCUK/INTO Manchester

k. Any work you submit must be your own work

At the end of an exam

l. NCUK timings include all preparation time, all writing time, and all uploading time. It is your

responsibility to ensure that you have enough time to complete and submit your work by the

deadline that you have been given.


m. Examinations are not the same as coursework, and there is no allowance for

late submission. No submissions will be accepted after the deadline of the exam, except where

this has been expressly agreed with NCUK/INTO Manchester.

If INTO Manchester suspects that any of NCUK’s exam rules have been broken, INTO Manchester will

investigate the matter. The student(s) concerned will normally be permitted to complete all his/her

exams and INTO Manchester will report the outcome of the investigation to NCUK. Confirmed cases

of academic misconduct will normally result in failure and exclusion from NCUK qualifications.

If you have any questions about NCUK’s exam regulations, please speak to your tutor and he or she

will advise you.

Your Marks and Grades

Your exams and coursework are marked by the tutors at INTO Manchester.

NCUK module marks are given out of 100.

Your assessments will be reviewed by NCUK moderators (who are experts in

their subject). It is their job to help NCUK ensure that every student studying

the same NCUK qualification has been assessed fairly and receives the

correct mark for his or her exams and coursework. It would not be fair if

students in one study centre got different (higher or lower) marks for the

same standard of work as students at another study centre.

Once the moderators have reviewed student work there is a meeting - called

an Exam Board - to discuss the marks and confirm the results.

You will be awarded a mark (and for some qualifications, a grade or classification) for each module

you complete; this shows your level of achievement. Offers made by NCUK Universities are

expressed in terms of these marks and grades.

Further information about the mark and grade system will be given by your tutors.

INTO Manchester will inform you of the date when you will receive your final results. For further

information you should read the section called Official Publication of Results on the next page.


Official Publication of Results

NCUK will set the date for the Official Publication of Results: the day when you

will be given your final results. INTO Manchester will tell you the date before the

end of your study.

NCUK will produce a certificate and transcript of results for you. Following the

Official Publication of Results, NCUK will send your certificate and transcript to

INTO Manchester, who will then send these to you.

Note that if you do not finish your NCUK qualification, you will not usually receive a certificate, although you may be eligible for a transcript.

Enquiry about Results

If you think your results may not be accurate, you must talk to Your Programme Manager, to discuss

whether to submit an Enquiry about Results to NCUK. Your Programme Manager will explain how

your final marks were decided and advise you about the Enquiry process, how long it will take and

what it will cost. It is important you are aware that:

NCUK must receive the Enquiry – and the fee for this service - no later than 102

working days

after the Official Publication of Results.

NCUK will only accept Enquiries submitted by INTO Manchester. Enquiries from you or your

parents will not be accepted by NCUK.

It is very important that you understand that with an Enquiry, your mark and grade may go down as

well as up.

If the Enquiry shows that a mistake has been made, the fee (cost) will be refunded.

Appeal

If you still have concerns about your results after completing the Enquiry about Results process, you

should discuss the issues with your Programme Manager. You cannot appeal against the academic

judgement of the NCUK Exam Board. An appeal must be concerned with whether NCUK’s policies

and procedures were applied properly and fairly. Your Programme Manager will help you

understand what this means.

The appeal must be submitted no later than 5 working days after the date NCUK informed INTO

Manchester of the Enquiry decision. There will be a fee, but if your appeal is successful this fee will

be refunded.

Please note that the timeframe to conduct a thorough appeal investigation may delay the university

placement process.

2 For enquiries into resit results, NCUK must receive applications no later than 5 working days after the Official Publication of Results.


Academic Misconduct (cheating)

Academic misconduct is where a student does something dishonest or unacceptable to try and

improve his or her marks. Academic misconduct is taken very seriously in UK universities and by

NCUK. Academic misconduct will result in a penalty (losing marks) and could mean that you fail the

assessment, module or even the qualification. For this reason, INTO Manchester will train you in how

to avoid problems when presenting your work.

Academic misconduct can be classified into six types:

1. Plagiarism

Copying information, thoughts or ideas

from a published or unpublished source

without acknowledging (showing in your

work) where that information, thoughts or

ideas came from.

• During your NCUK studies you will

learn how to use sources (e.g.

books, websites, articles) and

reference them properly.

• INTO Manchester may check your

work using an online plagiarism

detection system such as Turnitin.

2. Collusion

Where two or more students work together

to produce individual assessments that

contain the same ideas and text.

• It is important that you prevent

your work from being seen and

used by others.

• Even lending coursework to a friend

or leaving work on a shared

computer, not knowing that it will

be copied, could result in a penalty

for collusion.

3. Fabrication of Results

Where a student presents a set of results

that are not from his/her observations or

calculations.

4. Subcontracting

Where a student asks someone else to

write part of all his or her assessment. The

student will normally pay for the work, but

if a family member or friend produces all

or part of the work that is also

subcontracting.

5. Use of Translation Services

Where a student uses one or more of the

following to translate work into English for

their EAP, EAPPU or RCS coursework:

• a paid for translation service

• online eTranslation tools (e.g. a

translation website)

• friends or family

This type of academic misconduct affects

only the work where your English language

skills are assessed e.g. in your EAP, EAPPU

or RCS coursework.

6. Examination misconduct

Where a student seeks to gain unfair

advantage in an examination.

For example, by using notes,

communicating with someone inside or

outside the exam room, using a pre-

programmed calculator or copying from

someone else.

It is your responsibility to make sure

that all work you submit is your own

and that any sources you used are

properly referenced.

Penalties

For collusion, fabrication of results, subcontracting, use of translation services and

examination misconduct the coursework assessment or examination mark will be

set to zero.

For plagiarism, the penalty level (the amount that a mark will be lowered by) will

depend on the following:

• if the student has plagiarised before

• how much of the work is plagiarised (the level of plagiarism)

• the qualification being studied

• the value of the assessment in relation to the total module mark

• if it can be shown the student deliberately tried to conceal the plagiarism

The NCUK Academic Misconduct Policy details the penalties for plagiarism. Please ask

Your Programme Manager, if you would like a copy of the NCUK Academic

Misconduct Policy.

What will happen if you are suspected of misconduct?

a. Your Programme Manager, at INTO Manchester will invite you for an interview.

You will be asked to bring any evidence that might help show that the work is

all your own, such as notes you may have made when researching the

assessment.

b. You will be interviewed by two members of staff (one of these people will

normally be the Academic Manager). They will explain why they suspect you of

academic misconduct and they will take notes of the meeting.

c. If INTO Manchester has found the original source of the work during its

investigation (i.e. a journal article or website) then this will be shown to you in

the meeting. If INTO Manchester identified the misconduct using Turnitin, the

similarity report will be shown to you.

d. The INTO Manchester staff at the meeting will discuss the evidence to decide

whether you have committed an act of academic misconduct. If they agree that

you are guilty, they will use the NCUK Academic Misconduct Policy to decide the

penalty (mark reduction) that should be applied. (See below for more details

about penalties.)

e. A letter will be sent to you explaining that a penalty has been applied and

whether you are permitted to resubmit the work. The letter will also tell you that

the case will be discussed by the NCUK exam board and that, if you want to

appeal, you should follow the NCUK appeal process. (Information about NCUK

appeals is in this Student Handbook.)

f. INTO Manchester will provide support to help you improve your academic skills.

It is important that you understand what you did. If you commit academic

misconduct again, the penalty will be bigger.

Please note: if an NCUK moderator finds evidence of academic misconduct, INTO

Manchester will be informed and your tutors will be asked for their opinion. Where

possible, NCUK will ask INTO Manchester to contact you. The NCUK Exam Board will

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consider what INTO Manchester has said about you and your work. If the NCUK Exam

Board decides that the work is not your own, a penalty will be applied. INTO

Manchester will inform you about the NCUK Exam Board’s decision. If you want to

appeal, you should follow the NCUK enquiry about results process.


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Appendices

Appendix 1: Academic Calendar (2021-2022) Please note that this calendar may be subject to change.

Intake 1 Intake 2

Wc

13/09/21

Course start (induction) Wc 10/01/22 Course start (induction

and teaching starts)

Wc

20/09/21

Teaching starts Wc 24/01/22 Application deadline for

UCAS

Wc

11/10/21

Student representatives

meeting

Wc 14/02/22 Student representatives

meeting

Wc

25/10/21

IFY Programme

Committee

Wc 28/02/22 IFY Programme

Committee

Wc

01/11/21

Academic review Wc 07/03/22 Academic review

Wc

20/12/21

Christmas break starts Wc 19/04/22 Semester 2 teaching

starts

Wc

10/01/22

End of Semester 1

exams

Wc 26/04/22 End of Semester 1

exams

Wc

17/01/22

Semester 2 teaching

starts

Wc 03/05/22 Semester 2 teaching

resumes

Wc

24/01/22

Application deadline for

UCAS

Wc 06/06/22 Academic review

Wc

14/02/22

Student representatives

meeting

Wc 13/06/22 Student representatives

meeting

Wc

28/02/22

IFY Programme

Committee

Wc 27/06/22 IFY Programme

Committee

Wc

07/03/22

Academic review Wc 18/07/22 Teaching ends and final

exams begin

Wc

11/04/22

Easter break starts Wc 25/07/22 Final exams continue

Wc

25/04/22

Teaching resumes Wc 01/08/22 Counselling (no

scheduled teaching)

Wc

16/05/22

EAP speaking exams Wc 08/08/22 Counselling (no

scheduled teaching)

Wc

23/05/22

EAP speaking exams Wc 15/08/22 Counselling (no

scheduled teaching)

Wc

30/05/22

EAP final exams Wc 22/08/22 Exam results published

Wc

06/06/22

All remaining final

exams

Wc

13/06/22

All teaching stops

Wc

18/07/22

Exam results published

Appendix 2: INTO Manchester Information

INTO Manchester will provide you with a separate Centre Handbook. This will

contain information about the specific policies and procedures that INTO

Manchester has in place. These include:

• How to make a complaint about your experience at INTO Manchester


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• Important information about how to stay healthy and safe while studying

at INTO Manchester

• Important information about using the different communication systems

that INTO Manchester makes available to you.

• The Student Contract

• The rules and procedures around attendance and engagement at INTO

Manchester

• How to access support and guidance at INTO Manchester

• The procedures that INTO Manchester uses to get your opinion about

how the centre works and details about the mechanisms for Student

Representation

• Information about IT rules and regulations at INTO Manchester

• Opening times at INTO Manchester

• The learning resources that INTO Manchester makes available to its

students

• A guide to who the key people are for you to know about.

All of this information is essential information for students at INTO Manchester

and you are advised to read the Centre Handbook very carefully. It is a good idea

to make a note of where the Centre Handbook can be found online because you

may need this information at any time during your study with INTO Manchester.

INTO Manchester will also provide you with a Programme Handbook. This will

contain information about the programme that you are studying with INTO

Manchester. This information will include:

• Information about the course

• The aims of the programme that you are studying

• The structure of the programme that you are studying

• Information about the timetable

• Information about the modules that you are studying

• Information about the learning materials that INTO Manchester will be

giving you – what they are and where they can be obtained

• Information about the style of teaching that INTO Manchester uses

• Information about your assessments, including grades, marks,

coursework and exams

• Information about applying to university

• Guidance about the importance of self-study

• Guidance about the importance of using English while studying at INTO

Manchester

• A list of all of the teachers and managers for your programme

NCUK Calculator Regulations

For NCUK examinations and assessments where the use of a calculator is allowed,

calculators must conform to NCUK regulations.

Calculators must not:


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• be designed or adapted to offer any of these facilities:

language translators;

symbolic algebra manipulation;

symbolic differentiation or integration;

communication with other machines or the internet.

• be borrowed from another student during an examination for any reason*;

• have retrievable information stored in them – this includes:

databanks;

dictionaries;

mathematical formulas;

text.

Calculators must be:

• of a size suitable for use on the desk;

• either battery or solar powered.

Each student is responsible for the following:

• the calculator’s power supply;

• the calculator’s working condition.

Please note that before taking calculators into the examination room, students must

remove any parts that have printed instructions or formulas on them e.g. the case, lid

or cover.

*An invigilator may give a student a replacement calculator.


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Glossary

Academic Manager

The Student Handbook uses the job title of Academic

Manager to refer to a senior member of staff at your

Study Centre who manages an NCUK qualification. This

senior member of staff might also be known as the study

centre principal or study centre academic director.

Academic Misconduct

Any unacceptable or dishonest act by a student that is

done to try and improve his or her marks. For example, a

student presents someone else’s written work as his/her

own.

Access Arrangement

Something that reduces the effect of a disability or other

difficulty that a student may have, so that he or she is

not disadvantaged. For example, if you have a visual

impairment your doctor might tell you that it will help if

exam papers are printed for you in large text.

Appeal A process for requesting a formal change to a decision

made by NCUK.

Assessment

An exam or piece of work that is designed to measure

knowledge, understanding or ability in a particular

subject module or skill. See also Coursework

Certificate

The official document produced when a student

completes his or her qualification by attaining at least

the minimum grade for a subject module or whole

qualification.

Classification

A level of achievement. NCUK uses classifications to

express student achievement in the International Year

One (Distinction, Pass and Unclassified) and in Master’s

Preparation and Pre-Sessional (Distinction, Credit, Pass

and Unclassified).

Coursework

A type of assessment that is an alternative to

examination and which can take a variety of forms; for

example, coursework could be a written project or essay,

a portfolio or presentation.

Credits

A student on the International Year One will receive

credits for each module he or she has passed.

Universities specify credits as part of their entry

requirements.

Enquiries about

Results

(EAR)

The process a student may apply for to request checks

on a module result.

Exam Board

A meeting held to confirm student results. Exam Boards

ensure that all matters of assessment have been

conducted fairly and according to NCUK regulations.


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Grade

A level of achievement for a module e.g. A, B, C, D, E or

U (ungraded). NCUK uses grades to express achievement

levels in EAP, EAPPU, RCS and the IFY subject modules.

Guarantee / NCUK

Guarantee

The promise that all students who successfully complete

an NCUK qualification are assured a place on a suitable

course at one of the NCUK Universities. It is explained

here https://www.ncuk.ac.uk/guarantee/

Invigilator A person employed by INTO Manchester who is

responsible for supervising an exam or assessment.

Minimum Pass

Requirements

The minimum marks (or grades) required in order to be

eligible for the NCUK Guarantee

(https://www.ncuk.ac.uk/guarantee/).

Moderation

The process during which student work is reviewed. This

is done to ensure that each student is assessed to the

published NCUK standard and receives a grade that is an

accurate reflection of his or her ability.

Moderator

A person employed by NCUK to ensure that academic

standards are maintained, meaning that every student is

assessed by the same standards.

Moderators are subject specialists and have experience

teaching in UK universities and colleges.

NCUK Universities

The universities that accept applications from students

who are studying or have completed an NCUK

qualification.

Pastoral Non-academic support. Pastoral tutors are concerned

with students’ general welfare.

Points

NCUK points are allocated to each IFY student based on

performance in each module. Each grade has a points

allocation e.g. an A grade is worth 48 points. Some

universities give their entry requirements in points. EAP,

EAPPU and RCS results do not contribute to NCUK points

totals.

Special Consideration

After an assessment, an Exam Board may take action to

reduce the effect of a temporary illness, injury or other

problem experienced by a student at the time of

assessment. This may involve a small change to the

assessment mark or the student may be given

permission to re-take the assessment.

Student ID Number /

NCUK ID

A personal number issued to each student when they are

registered with NCUK.

You must put your NCUK ID number on every assessment

and examination answer booklet you complete.

https://www.ncuk.ac.uk/guarantee/

https://www.ncuk.ac.uk/guarantee/


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Study Centre (or

Centre)

A school, college or similar institution that is approved to

deliver NCUK qualifications e.g. INTO Manchester.


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Transcript

An official document which lists a student’s academic

record, including the titles and marks of the modules

studied for your NCUK qualification.

You will receive an NCUK transcript provided that you

complete your qualification. The transcript is normally

issued with the Certificate.

Turnitin

An online plagiarism detection system that compares

student work with material on the Turnitin database,

including web pages, publications (e.g. books and

journal articles) and every student paper ever uploaded

to Turnitin. If you have copied part of your work, Turnitin

will show this.

UCAS

Universities and Colleges Admissions System. This is the

organisation that is responsible for the handling of

applications to universities for undergraduate students

e.g. students studying NCUK IFY or NCUK IYOne

qualifications.

University Course

Finder

A guide to the minimum entry requirements needed to

progress to courses at NCUK Universities.

Welcome The NCUK online system for registration, university

application and placement.

Withdrawal

When a student decides to leave their study centre.

Students who withdraw are not eligible to take final

examinations and will not be issued with results or

certificates or transcripts.

Working day Any day other than Saturday or Sunday or a UK national

holiday.


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