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Module levels and credits

You'll notice that modules are sometimes given a level; these are intended to indicate the amount of prerequisite knowledge required for the modules.

Which module level is right for me?

  • Level 1 (FHEQ 4) modules are usually introductory and would be appropriate as an option outside your main subject area, to broaden your scope.
  • Levels 2 and 3 (FHEQ 5 and 6) will normally require prior study.
  • Level 4 (FHEQ 7) modules are the most advanced on offer.

How are my credits worked out?

Most modules are worth either 30 credits (for modules that run over a full year) or 15 credits (for those that run over one term). A 30 credit module is equivalent to 8 US credits, 15 ECTS or 30 FHEQ, and a 15 credit module is equivalent to 4 US credits, 7.5 ECTS or 15 FHEQ. However the above should be considered as a guide only as US institutions may have differing equivalences.

Credits

  • Students registered for the Autumn (Fall) Term take 60 module credits (16 US credits/30 ECTS credits/60 FHEQ credits) and are usually assessed by coursework and/or departmental examination.
  • Students registered for the Spring/Summer Terms take 60 module credits (16 US credits/30 ECTS credits/60 FHEQ credits) and are assessed by coursework and/or departmental examination.
  • Students registered for the entire year take 120 module credits (32 US credits/60 ECTS credits/120 FHEQ credits) and are assessed by coursework and/or departmental examination.