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Module Title | |||
Study Abroad Portfolio 4 | |||
Reference | CB3032 | Version | 3 |
Created | February 2024 | SCQF Level | SCQF 9 |
Approved | October 2018 | SCQF Points | 60 |
Amended | April 2024 | ECTS Points | 30 |
Aims of Module | |||
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To enable the student to reflect deeply on the experience of Study Abroad and provide a portfolio of outputs which reflect the educational and cultural value of Study Abroad. |
Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
1 | Produce a critical review of relevant nominated output relating to the host study abroad institution. |
2 | Evaluate the study abroad experience, including self-development in academic and cultural terms. |
3 | Appraise the experience and explain how it has benefitted the individual |
4 | Prioritise future skills that should be acquired to maximise employability based on the study abroad experience. |
Indicative Module Content |
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A student with credits outstanding from a period on Study Abroad will produce a series of outputs which demonstrate deep reflection and understanding of the benefits of the Study Abroad experience. Output may consist of, but is not limited to; essays, presentations, critiques, fact sheets and guides.The student should engage with UNESCO’s Education for Sustainable Development; Normative, Critical Thinking, Collaboration and Self-awareness competencies in terms of: recognising and understanding relationships between disciplines; learning from others in a different environment; understanding the needs, perspectives and actions of others from different cultures; reflecting on values and motivations and facilitating collaborative and participatory problem solving. |
Module Delivery |
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This is a student-centred, self-directed module. The student will work independently and produce output within a given time frame. Academic support will be provided by the module co-ordinator or nominee. |
Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
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Contact Hours | N/A | N/A |
Non-Contact Hours | 600 | 600 |
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
TOTAL | 600 | 600 |
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |   |   |
ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
Component 1 | |||||
Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
Description: | Individual Portfolio Assessment |
MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
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Explanatory Text | |
The calculation of the overall grade for this module is based on 100% weighting of C1. An overall minimum grade D is required to pass the module. | |
Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
A | The student needs to achieve an A in C1. |
B | The student needs to achieve a B in C1. |
C | The student needs to achieve a C in C1. |
D | The student needs to achieve a D in C1. |
E | The student needs to achieve an E in C1. |
F | The student needs to achieve an F in C1. |
NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
Module Requirements | |
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Prerequisites for Module | Completion of a Study Abroad period as part of an RGU undergraduate programme. |
Corequisites for module | None. |
Precluded Modules | None. |
ADDITIONAL NOTES |
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This module is only available to RGU students who have fully completed a Study Abroad period as part of their full-time course, but have been unable to gain the relevant amount SCQF / ECTS equivalent points. |
INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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1 | BOWDEN, J., 2011. Writing a report: how to prepare, write and present effective reports. 9th ed. Oxford: How to Books. |
2 | HOFSTEDE, G., HOFSTEDE G.J., AND MINKOV, M., 2010. Cultures and organizations: software of the mind. 3rd ed. New York: McGraw-Hill |
3 | LEWIS, R. and INGLIS, J., 2005. How to write reports: the key to successful reports. Cambridge: National Extension College Trust Ltd. |
4 | SCHEIN, E.H., HAMPDEN-TURNER, C., BELBIN, M. et al., 2012. Cross-cultural management textbook: lessons from the world leading experts. New York: McGraw-Hill. |