Certificate of Pre Foundation Studies
Levels 1 and 2
Course Handbook 2013/2014
Validated July 2011
CONTENTS
WELCOME TO THE COURSE .............................................................................................. 4
Academic Year Structure and Calendar.............................................................................. 5
PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION ........................................................................................... 6
Course Record Information................................................................................................. 6
Admissions Requirements .................................................................................................. 6
Aims of the course.............................................................................................................. 7
Further Study Opportunities................................................................................................ 7
Course Learning Outcomes ................................................................................................ 7
Knowledge and Understanding........................................................................................... 7
Key Transferable skills .................................................................................................... 8
Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods ................................................................... 8
Learning and Teaching ................................................................................................... 8
Assessment .................................................................................................................... 8
Course Structure ................................................................................................................ 9
Academic Regulations ........................................................................................................ 9
Support for Students.......................................................................................................... 9
Tutorial and Student Support ........................................................................................ 10
Counselling and Advisory Service ................................................................................. 10
Student Health Service ................................................................................................. 10
Students’ Union............................................................................................................. 10
Support through office hours ......................................................................................... 10
Reference Points for the course........................................................................................ 11
Internally ....................................................................................................................... 11
Externally ...................................................................................................................... 11
Quality Management and Enhancement........................................................................... 11
Course Management..................................................................................................... 11
Course approval, monitoring and review ....................................................................... 11
Student involvement in Quality Assurance and Enhancement....................................... 12
ABOUT YOUR COURSE ..................................................................................................... 12
How to contact us ............................................................................................................. 12
The Course Leader ....................................................................................................... 13
Personal Tutor arrangements........................................................................................ 13
Whom to contact about module queries ........................................................................ 14
Module Leaders ............................................................................................................ 14
Dean’s Office ................................................................................................................ 14
Academic Registrar’s Office .......................................................................................... 15
Students with Disabilities............................................................................................... 15
Sports facilities.............................................................................................................. 15
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STUDENTS UNION ...................................................................................................... 15
HOW YOU ARE TAUGHT.................................................................................................... 16
Teaching and Learning Strategy for the Course................................................................ 16
Learning Outcomes....................................................................................................... 17
The Course Skills Strategy............................................................................................ 17
Communication ............................................................................................................. 17
HOW YOU LEARN............................................................................................................... 20
Guided Independent Study ............................................................................................... 20
Study guidance................................................................................................................. 20
Organising Your Study .................................................................................................. 20
Study Methods............................................................................................................... 20
Reading Techniques ..................................................................................................... 20
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Attendance ....................................................................................................................... 21
THE LIBRARY...................................................................................................................... 21
Location............................................................................................................................ 21
Library sections............................................................................................................. 21
Borrowing items ............................................................................................................ 21
Fines and Sanctions...................................................................................................... 21
Opening times............................................................................................................... 22
IT provision....................................................................................................................... 22
Feedback on assessed work ............................................................................................ 23
HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED......................................................................................... 24
Assessment Strategy for the course ................................................................................. 24
Coursework and Exam Weightings for the Course Modules ............................................. 25
Cheating and plagiarism ................................................................................................... 25
Plagiarism ..................................................................................................................... 25
Plagiarism Detection ...................................................................................................... 26
Double-counting ............................................................................................................ 26
Working Together.......................................................................................................... 27
Cheating in exams ........................................................................................................ 27
Assessment Offence and Point System at WIUT........................................................... 27
MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD .............................................................................................. 28
The purpose and role of the course committee ................................................................. 28
How Course Representatives will be selected .................................................................. 29
What happens to the discussions held at the course committee ....................................... 30
On-line Module Feedback Questionnaires ........................................................................ 30
WHAT TO DO IF THINGS GO WRONG .............................................................................. 31
Mitigating circumstances................................................................................................... 31
Penalties for late submission of coursework ..................................................................... 32
What to do if you fail ......................................................................................................... 32
Suspending from the course ............................................................................................. 32
Withdrawing from the Course............................................................................................ 32
Changing Course.............................................................................................................. 33
Complaints procedure....................................................................................................... 33
COURSE REGULATIONS ................................................................................................... 34
YOUR RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES AS A STUDENT................................................ 34
PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITY AND COMMUNICATION BETWEEN PARENTS AND STAFF
............................................................................................................................................. 35
MODULE PROFORMAS ...................................................................................................... 36
APPENDIX 1. University Services for Students .................................................................... 46
APPENDIX 2. GLOSSARY OF COMMONLY USED REGULATORY TERMS (Undergraduate
courses) ............................................................................................................................... 47
Every effort is made to ensure that the information given in this Course Handbook is correct
at the time of publication and that the course information given accurately describes the
courses offered by the University. The University reserves the right to cancel, without prior
notice, either a course, modules or specialisms within a course.
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WELCOME TO THE COURSE
Welcome to Westminster International University in Tashkent (WIUT) and to the Certificate of
Pre Foundation Studies, Levels 1 and 2. We trust that your period of study with us will be an
enjoyable and rewarding experience.
Your first few days at the Westminster International University in Tashkent will include an
induction programme, which is designed to ease your transition to a new environment. Events
are planned to familiarise you with the geography, resources and facilities of WIUT, and to
enable you to meet informally with members of the teaching staff and fellow students.
It is the Westminster International University in Tashkent’s hope that you will benefit from
your studies and become a creative, self-confident and able student, ready to make your
contribution to society.
By enrolling on this course you have taken the first step on a path towards gaining higher
education. Being a student can be an enjoyable experience, despite all the work and financial
pressures. It is a unique opportunity for you to discover your own strengths and to capitalise on
them.
The Pre Foundation Certificate Course, Levels 1 and 2 will provide you first and foremost with
the language, mathematical, and interpersonal skills you will need to successfully embark on a
course of study at Level 3, as we believe it is essential that you are properly prepared for the
future demands of undergraduate study, even if you already have some knowledge in the field.
Teachers' styles and expectations, and the presentation of coursework or examinations may all
be different from what you are used to in a local college or lyceum and for you to reach your full
potential you will need guidance in these matters.
Our aim is to provide you with the best possible education in English and Mathematics. We can
only do that with your effort and ambition. It is a partnership between all of us, students and
teachers alike; and in your case, as most of you are still studying at a lyceum or college, it is also
a partnership with your parents. We will endeavour to have regular meetings with your parents
so that we can all work together to achieve our aims and to make the programme an enjoyable
and worthwhile experience for you.
David Byers
Head of Pre University
WIUT
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Academic Year Structure and Calendar
Duration of part-time study on the Certificate of Pre Foundation Studies Levels 1 and 2 is one
academic year. The academic year is divided into two semesters as follows:
Semester Dates 2013/2014
Semester 1:
Enrolment/Induction week
Monday, 23/09/2013 – Friday, 27/09/2013
Teaching Weeks 1 – 13
Monday, 30/09/2013 – Friday, 27/12/2013
GIS Week
Monday, 11/11/2013 – Friday 15/11/2013
New Year Holiday
Monday, 30/12/2013 – Friday, 03/01/2014
Assessment Week
Monday, 06/01/2014 – Friday, 10/01/2014
Marking Week 1
Monday, 13/01/2014 – Friday, 17/01/2014
Semester 2:
Teaching Weeks 1 – 13
Monday, 20/01/2014 – Friday, 18/04/2014
GIS Week
Monday, 17/04/2014 – Friday, 21/04/2014
Assessment Week
Monday, 21/04/2014 – Friday, 25/04/2014
Marking Week 1
Monday, 28/04/2014 – Friday, 02/05/2014
Marking Week 2
Monday, 05/05/2014 – Friday, 09/05/2014
Assessment Board Week
Monday, 26/05/2014 – Friday, 30/05/2014
Publication of Results
Week commencing Monday 2nd June 2014
Semester 9:
GIS Weeks (Coursework)
Monday, 02/06/2014 – Friday, 20/06/2014
Referral/Deferral Exam
Week
Referral/Deferral CW
Deadline
Monday, 23/06/2014 – Friday, 27/06/2014
Monday 30th June, 2014
Within this structure, a more detailed teaching calendar is issued every academic year, which
contains dates for teaching weeks, GIS weeks and formal holiday breaks.
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PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION
Course Record Information
Name and level of final & intermediate
Awards
Certificate of Pre Foundation Studies
(CPFS) Levels 1 and 2
Awarding Body
Westminster International University in
Tashkent
Location of Delivery
Westminster International University in
Tashkent
Mode of Study
Part time
UW Course Code
NA
JACS Code
NA
UCAS Code
NA
QAA Subject Benchmarking Group
NA
Professional Body Accreditation
NA
Date of initial course approval/last review
1st July 2011
Date of Programme Specification
1st July 2011
Admissions Requirements
Entry requirements for the Certificate of Pre Foundation Studies have been set in order to select
potential students who have proven academic ability and are able to demonstrate a solid
foundation of skills in both Mathematics and English. Intending students should meet the following
criteria:

Age requirement
Normally applicants will have to reach at least 15 years of age by the 1st October during the
academic year of entry.

English language requirement
Applicants must:
Have at least 60% or higher in the WIUT CPFS entrance exam to enter Level 2 BEAP.
Have from 40-59% in the WIUT CPFS entrance exam to enter Level 1 BEAP.

Mathematics requirement
Applicants must:
Have at least 30% or higher in the WIUT CPFS entrance exam (or the WIUT Lyceum entrance
exam, excluding any logic questions) to enter Level 2 BaQS.
Have from 20-29% in the WIUT CFS entrance exam (or the WIUT Lyceum entrance exam,
excluding any logic questions) to enter Level 1 BaQS.
N.B. Westminster International University in Tashkent reserves the right to amend these entry
requirements as the need arises.
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General requirements
Applicants must have completed 9 years of Secondary Education in Uzbekistan (or equivalent in
another country) and have received their Middle School Attestat.
Aims of the course
The Certificate of Pre Foundation Studies Levels 1 and 2 has been designed as a programme of
study to prepare students for entry to Level 3.
In designing the course, consideration has been given to the academic strengths and weaknesses
of students. Great importance is therefore attached to the monitoring of students’ progress and the
provision of extra tutorial and specialist support where it is needed or if it is requested by the
students. Considerable formative assessment will be undertaken and regular feedback given to the
students.
The primary aim of the course is to enable students to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills and
understanding to prepare them for entry to Level 3. More detailed objectives are that students
completing the course will:

have acquired basic analytical and basic presentation skills;

have acquired the knowledge, study skills and self management essential for Level 3 study;

be able to apply the core mathematical techniques which will be required at undergraduate
level;
Further Study Opportunities
Successful completion of the course enables students to apply for entry to Level 3, either in part
time or full time mode. Students should achieve a minimum of 40% in BaQS Level 2 and also a
minimum of 40% in BEAP Level 2.
Course Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes are statements on what successful students have achieved as the result of
learning. They are threshold statements of achievement and are linked to the knowledge,
understanding and skills that a student will have gained on successfully completing a course.
At Level 2, we expect the following learning outcomes to be achieved:

Demonstration of a general knowledge and understanding of the core principles and concepts
of the study skills in the areas of Use of English, Numeracy, and Communication;

An understanding and competence in the skills necessary to benefit from a higher level
educational experience.
Each of the module syllabuses define a set of learning outcomes, which are specific to the module
and define what the student is expected to achieve on completion of the module. These learning
outcomes represent a set of criteria against which both the tutor and the student can assess
progress on the module. See individual modules for details of the learning outcomes.
Knowledge and Understanding
The CPFS 1 and 2 programme is designed to provide a framework for the development of specific
skills required to cope with the demands of Level 3 study. To achieve this students are introduced
to a range of skills deemed important for survival at Level 3.
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Key Transferable skills
While the development of generic skills and abilities must be an integral aspect of foundation level
courses it must remain highly visible to the students and it must be assessed.
Key transferable skills and abilities encompass the general intellectual development of the
individual. Use of a wide range of assessment formats enhances the visibility of these
characteristics. The Certificate of Pre Foundation Studies course graduates acquire a high level of
transferable skills such as:
 Communication in writing and speaking through clear, relevant, interesting and accurate
articulation;
 Taking responsibility for learning and working in an adaptable and flexible manner;
 The production of work in appropriate word-processed format;
 Reflection on own learning and making use of feedback;
 Effective time management
Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods
Learning and Teaching
Most modules include a formal taught component with tutorials provided on a weekly basis. In
addition, students are provided with a range of additional resources, including textbooks, handouts,
CD’s, etc. Students will also have an opportunity to meet informally through such activities as
Conversation Club, Reading Club, Movie Club, etc.
Students are encouraged to learn independently throughout their studies. There are guided
independent study periods when students are encouraged to interact with their tutors for advice
and guidance and take responsibility for their own learning. Students will be given specific tasks to
complete during Guided Independent Study (GIS) weeks.
Assessment
The Assessment Strategy of the Course is based on the criterion-referenced assessment concept
which is designed to assess changes in performance as a result of learning, for the purpose of
seeing what and how well material has been learned. The course strives to develop effective
approaches to assessment, both formative and summative, taking into consideration the
differences within the modules and within the course such as length, subject area and type of
module. The assessment strategy is based on principles of best practice such as validity in
purpose (to measure the learning outcomes), reliability and free of bias (by the use of carefully
designed marking scheme), as well as constructive and timely feedback to students.
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Course Structure
This section shows the core modules available as part of the course and their credit value. CPFS
level 1 and 2 students normally study 60 credits per academic year in Part Time mode.
Credit Level 1
Code
Title
UZCPFS101 Basics of English
Purposes [BEAP 1]
Status
for
Academic Core
UZCPFS102 Basics of Quantitative Skills [BaQS 1]
Core
Credit Level 2
Code
Title
Status
UZCPFS201 Basics of English
Purposes [BEAP 2]
for
Academic Core
UZCPFS202 Basics of Quantitative Skills [BaQS 2]
Core
Semester
Value
1 and 2
30
1 and 2
30
Semester
Value
1 and 2
30
1 and 2
30
Academic Regulations
The CPFS operates in accordance with the University's Academic Regulations and the Framework
for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland published by the
Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA).
All students should make sure that they have access to a copy of the current edition of the general
University handbook called Essential Information Guide for Undergraduate Students 2013/2014.
A Pass in a module is achieved when the overall mark is at least 40% and the marks for
aggregated components (e.g. coursework and exam) are individually at least 30%.
Progression
1. To be eligible to progress from Level 1 to Level 2 a student should have an overall mark of
at least 40%.
Award of a Certificate of Pre Foundation Studies (CPFS)
1. To be eligible for the award of a Certificate of Pre Foundation Studies, a student must have:

obtained at least 60 credits at Credit Level 2; and

satisfied the requirements contained within any course specific regulations for the relevant
Course Scheme.
2. The University will also issue a transcript at both Levels 1 and 2 (upon request).
3. To be able to apply for entry to CIFS Level 3 a student should have passed 60 credits at Level 2.
Where a student fails to achieve an overall pass in any module, and/or fails to achieve a
satisfactory standard in any component of the module, the Subject Board may, at its discretion,
permit the student to be reassessed in the module, in whole or in part. A satisfactory standard in a
component will normally be taken as 30%.
Support for Students
On arrival, an induction programme will introduce students to the staff responsible for the course,
personal tutors, the Library and IT facilities and to the University Administration. Students will be
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provided with the Course Handbook (online version), which provides detailed information about
the course.
Learning support includes the Lyceum Library, which holds printed collections of books and journal
subscriptions. Students are also able to make use of the computers situated in the Lyceum
Library.
At University level, student services provide advice and guidance for all students. Although CPFS 1
and 2 students cannot yet be considered ‘university level’, yet they still have access to a range of
support mechanisms such as medical facilities, the Career Centre and the Social Development
Department. WIUT’s Student Union also provides a range of facilities to support all students during
their time at the University.
Tutorial and Student Support
All CPFS students at Westminster International University in Tashkent have access to the
University's student academic and personal support system for students. All students are
allocated to a named individual who is their Personal Tutor.
There are the following University wide support services:
Counselling and Advisory Service
Students are allocated an individual Personal Tutor at the start of semester one of the programme.
Personal tutors are selected from amongst the course teaching team. A Personal Tutor’s aim is to
provide his/her tutees a quality counselling and advisory service whenever there is a need for this.
The Social Development team also comes as part of counselling and advisory services for
students. Although recently developed, the career services give students a chance to look at a
variety of opportunities, starting from advice and assistance on building plans for the future career,
and ending with getting part-time employment to cover their own living expenses.
Student Health Service
A Health Department is available on the University and provides the students an immediate point
of help should there be a need for this. The professional staff of this department also offers
students counselling of a medical type.
Students’ Union
The aim of the Union is to provide a range of essential services as well as assisting students in
their sporting and social life. The Union gives help and advice on academic and personal matters
and represents students on all University Committees, to organise sport, societies and
entertainment.
Support through office hours
Given the favourable ratio of teacher to student, an advantage of studying at WIUT is that students
have ample opportunity to work with the academic staff of university on a one to one basis during
the office hours of Faculty staff. Office hours of each faculty staff involved in the academic delivery
process is normally announced on the module web-site in the WIUT intranet and information
boards as well as within in-course assessment instructions. Students are also encouraged to
contact tutors via email.
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Reference Points for the course
Internally
The Certificate of Pre Foundation Studies programme draws upon the Mission Statement of the
University of Westminster and its international remit. It seeks to establish the quality and good
practice in teaching and learning that is articulated throughout the University's policies and to
promulgate those practices abroad.
The scholarly activities of the WIUT staff have influenced the breadth of the curriculum on offer and
have affected the teaching and learning methodologies which are shared across the two
participating countries (UK and Uzbekistan).
Externally
Whilst there are no explicit reference points the QAA subject benchmarks particularly the QAA
Subject Benchmark Statement for General Business & Management.
This document sets out the nature and characteristics of the programme and represents ‘general
expectations about the standards for the award of qualifications at a given level and articulates the
attributes and capabilities that those possessing such qualifications should be able to
demonstrate’.
Attention has also been given to the SEEC credit descriptors.
The South East England Consortium consists of 37 HE Institutions, Colleges of Higher Education
and Further Education Colleges that have a significant Higher Education provision. SEEC have set
a number of level descriptors that have been adopted by the University as good practice. These
inform the development of a Foundation programme which has access into higher level studies as
its prime aim.
Quality Management and Enhancement
Course Management
The Course Leader is responsible for the overall academic management and organisation of the
course.
Course approval, monitoring and review
The course was initially approved by a Westminster International University Validation Panel in
July 2011. The Panel included internal peers from the University and external subject specialists
from academia and industry to ensure the comparability of the course to those offered in other
Universities and the relevance to employers. Periodic Course Review helps to ensure that the
curriculum is up-to-date and that the skills gained on the course continue to be relevant to
employers.
The course will be monitored each year by the University to ensure that it is running effectively and
that issues that might affect the student experience have been appropriately addressed. Staff will
consider evidence about the course, including the outcomes from each Course Committee,
evidence of student progression and achievement and the reports from External Examiners, to
evaluate the effectiveness of the course. The Annual Monitoring Sub-Committee considers the
University action plans resulting from this process and the outcomes are reported to the Academic
Council, which has overall responsibility for the maintenance of quality and standards in the
University.
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Student involvement in Quality Assurance and Enhancement
Student feedback is important to the University and student comment is taken seriously. Student
feedback is gathered in a variety of ways. The most formal mechanism for feedback on the course
is the course committee. Student representatives will be elected to sit on the committee to
represent the views of their peer group in the discussions held at the committee. The University
and the Students’ Union work together to provide a full induction to the role of the Course
Committee.
Course Committee Meetings are held normally 4 times a year (with a minimum of 3) - 2 meetings
in each Semester according to the following schedule:
Semester 1
Semester 2
CCM # 1
CCM # 2
CCM # 3
CCM # 4
TW 4
TW 11
TW 4
TW 11
Students are asked to complete a Module Feedback questionnaire at the end of each module. The
feedback from this will inform the Module Leader on the effectiveness of the module and highlight
areas that could be enhanced. The University also administers an annual Course Evaluation
Questionnaire which provides valuable feedback about a range of University services.
Course evaluation questionnaire
Students meet with Review Panels when the periodic review of the course is conducted to provide
oral feedback on their experience on the course. Student feedback from course Committees and
the University’s internal surveys are part of the faculty quality assurance evidence base.
For more information about this course:
The University web site: www.westminster.uz
General queries: info@wiut.uz
Admission queries: advice@wiut.uz
Please note – This programme specification provides a concise summary of the main features of
the course and the learning outcomes that a student might reasonably be expected to achieve and
demonstrate if s/he takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. This
specification should be read in conjunction with the Course Handbook provided to students and
Module Handouts which provide more detailed information on the specific learning outcomes,
content, teaching, learning and assessment methods for each module.
ABOUT YOUR COURSE
How to contact us
Contact Details
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The Course Leader
The Course Leader is responsible for the overall academic management and organisation of the
course. Typically, a module team delivers each module. Each module has a Module Leader who is
responsible for the delivery, resourcing, assessment and smooth running of the module and for coordinating the module team.
The Course Leader for the academic year 2013-2014 is David Byers. You can find me during my
office hours in room 219 or alternatively via appointment. My email address is dbyers@wiut.uz
Tel. + 998 71 - 238 74 12, Ext. 442
Office hours: Monday – Thursday 11.00 – 13.00
Personal Tutor arrangements
Personal Tutors are the first point of contact for a student seeking academic advice about their
studies. Your tutor can help you to develop your full academic potential and give advice on
academic and personal matters, which may affect your studies at WIUT.
You will have an opportunity to get to know your PT during the Induction Week when various
activities will be held to familiarize students with their new academic year. Each PT should arrange
a meeting at least once per semester where students have an opportunity to ask questions and to
have an open forum for discussion. PT’s may also meet individually with students. You should not
wait until a meeting is called before bringing any concerns to the attention of your PT. Just contact
them by email and arrange a meeting or visit their room during office hours which should be
posted on the door.
A PT may not know the answer to all your questions! However, they will be able to direct you to
the person who can provide the answer – perhaps the module leader, course leader or the Dean
for example. If the question is related to a non academic issue, you may be directed to the Social
Department.
WIUT presents you with an opportunity to receive advice on academic matters from a Student
Academic Advisor. The Academic Advisor is a member of the course team, who has in-depth
knowledge of all regulations and policies of WIUT. Academic Advisors are the first point of contact
for students seeking advice about studies, academic and personal matters, which may affect your
study at WIUT. Academic Advisors provide confidential support service for all students. Usually
there is more than one Academic Advisor you may consult with. Please contact your Course
Leader or Student Academic Support (SAS) Coordinator to find out who your Academic Advisor is.
E-mail is the main means of communication between the University staff and students. Make sure
that you often check your e-mails, preferably every day. Some important course related
information and announcements, including the Academic Timetable, lists of student groups, course
assessment schedules, etc., will be posted on the Notice Board outside the Registrar’s Office
and/or on the notice board on the 8th floor of the Lyceum. Make an effort to check it as often as
your emails, for your failure to do this will not be deemed as a valid excuse for not being aware of
this information and announcements.
What can I expect from my PT?
A Personal Tutor will:

monitor and support a student’s progress through the course and keep a record of
meetings held and action taken;

advise a student on a course of study;

assist with the development of study skills;
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
provide advice and support on personal matters which may affect a student’s academic
performance;

highlight problems in a timely manner and, jointly with the student, determine any
necessary remedial action;

direct a student to the relevant internal and external support services where necessary;

prepare references when appropriate.
What can I not expect from my PT?
A personal tutor will not:

Solve all student problems;

Be able to give financial advice or advice relating to a student’s contract but may direct a
student to another support agency;

Be able to give advice on personal matters that do not relate to academic performance;

Give advice on health issues but will direct a student to a support agency;

Be constantly available. Students should make appointments by email and refer to a PT’s
office hours posted on the office door. If the situation is urgent, students should telephone
the PT’s office or seek assistance from one of the other agencies outlined in the diagram
above.
Whom to contact about module queries
Module Leaders
You are registered on a course and a set of modules. You will have a course leader who is
responsible for the general management of the course and your programme of study. You will also
study a range of modules, as approved by your course leader. Each module has a module leader.
If you have a query about a module you should contact the relevant module leader. However
whilst studying on the module you may not be taught by the module leader so it may also be
appropriate to first contact the tutor who teaches you.
The list of module leaders can be found at the Dean’s office or on the intranet module page.
Module Leaders are responsible for:

the day to day administration of the module;

liaising with other lecturers on the module and integrating contributions from staff;

the monitoring of students’ progress on the module and liaising with students’ tutors and the
Course Leader as appropriate;

ensuring that the assessment of the module operates smoothly in collaboration with the
Academic Registrars Office
Dean’s Office
The Dean is responsible for the delivery of the courses and assuring their academic quality and
standards at the University. The Dean’s office deals with the operation of the Faculty functions, for
example: staffing and staff professional development, academic programmes development and
management, research and consultancy, academic quality assurance and enhancement,
timetabling, academic requirements, etc. If you are not sure about an issue you can approach the
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Dean’s Office or the Academic Registrar’s office and they will direct you to the most appropriate
office.
Academic Registrar’s Office
The Academic Registrar’s Office deals with a range of responsibilities. The main areas for your
studies would be for example, the formal registration of your studies, your student record and the
information on you as a student, enquiries about the academic regulations and information on what
happens if things go wrong plus it is the only office that will publish the results of assessments,
details of deadlines and exam dates, etc.
One of the more important functions of the Academic Registrar’s office is the collection and
registration of your coursework. It is the only and official point of collection for assessments. You
will be given a deadline for each course work and you must hand the assessment in on time to the
Academic Registrar’s Office.
OPENING HOURS FOR STUDENTS
To help provide a good service to students and for staff to complete all their duties the Academic
Registrar’s Office is open for students Monday to Friday at the following times
MONDAY to FRIDAY
MORNINGS:
10:00 am to 12:30 pm
AFTERNOONS:
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
EXCEPT WHEN THERE IS AN ASSESSMENT DEADLINE AND THEN THE OFFICE IS OPEN
UNTIL THE DEADLINE.
Extension: 512
Information about where course information/news/events is posted
All course related information/news/events will be posted on the official notice board on the 8th floor
of the Lyceum and Intranet http://intranet.wiut.uz/
Students with Disabilities
If you have a registered disability and need support you should contact the Social Development
Department.
Sports facilities
The University offers a range of sports facilities to organise your social and free time. In the
University sports club students can play active games such as football, basketball, volleyball,
handball and badminton as well as attend a gym under the guidance professional instructors.
You should contact the Social Development department to register yourself to the sports club. Due
to a considerable increase in student numbers, it might not always be possible for CPFS students
to have access to all of the sports facilities. To get a weekly schedule of sports activities visit:
http://www.wiut.uz/en/students/services/sport
WIUT SU – WESTMINSTER INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY IN TASHKENT STUDENTS UNION
Students’ Union is a unique WIUT authority, which lies between the students and the university
administration and ensures that the university ‘life conditions’ of students are optimized. The
functioning power and the main rights of SU usually depend on the level of assertiveness,
credibility, and activism shown by its executive. Officially, this is composed of:

President;
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
General Secretary;

Project Manager;

Events and Entertainment Executive;

Information and Communication Executive;

Welfare and Education Executive.
After the SU has been formed, complete freedom and independence are in their hands to make
some real changes in WIUT. Each member of the executive has its own program of activities or
clubs but weekly SU meetings help to coordinate those activities and to set further targets. Some
of the activities may include: separate commercial projects, sports events, cultural events, foreign
languages courses, academic support, students’ academic development courses, relations with
other universities, supervising the students’ representatives’ system or any kind of advices and
guidance needed. The list of the activities is very long, and it usually depends on the creativity of
the SU Executive or any of the WIUT students.
One should not forget that every single student of Westminster International University in Tashkent
is a member of the Student Union and their contribution into its running may also make significant
changes. There is no society that is currently run without the help of WIUT students who are not
official members of the SU Executive but are members of different SU teams. That is what we are
striving for: a team of enthusiastic, optimistic, and devoted students who are sacrificing their time
for the sake of improving the students’ learning and leisure environment here at WIUT. However,
in exchange for the time and efforts spent all the active participants of SU get a priceless set of
highly important skills, experiences and memories! That is what we are striving for: Students’
Union - run by students for students!
HOW YOU ARE TAUGHT
Teaching and Learning Strategy for the Course
The Certificate of Pre Foundation Studies differs from some other full-time/part-time courses in the
diversity of the educational backgrounds and life experience of the student intake. In addition to a
curriculum of appropriate content and standard and effective presentation, it has been recognised
that the success of the course depends upon active tutorial and pastoral support. The teaching
strategy of the course therefore favours the opportunities for tutorial/seminar-based interaction
between staff and students.
The method of instruction is usually through informal tutorials and seminars. In this way, individual
student weaknesses may be identified and rectified, communication skills developed and student
progress more closely monitored in line with the general course philosophy. Much of the teaching
is conducted in an environment which aims to maintain an appropriate balance between theoretical
and practical work.
Every student receives module documentation that includes the syllabus, a teaching and
assessment schedule and the teaching material. Teaching material normally consists of textbooks,
tutorial sheets and assessed coursework. There are web sites which are maintained by the Module
Leaders who publish their material via this medium.
At the Pre University level, a more traditional, directive approach will reflect and support the
accustomed learning style of the majority of entrants as most students will be still studying full time
at a lyceum or college. This will provide students with a sound basis from which to move more
comfortably into active learning. To supplement this directive approach, active and remote learning
are encouraged in a number of ways. Modules are supported by Web sites and many tutors use email to provide additional information. However, please expect your tutorials to be interactive and
be ready to make your contribution!
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Learning Outcomes
Each of the module syllabuses define a set of learning outcomes, which are specific to the module
and define what the student is expected to achieve on completion of the module. These learning
outcomes represent a set of criteria against which both the tutor and the student can assess
progress on the module.
The Course Skills Strategy
As you progress through the course you will realise that a lot of attention is given to the acquisition
and practise of transferable skills. You will find that different modules make an emphasis on
different skills and help you develop them as you progress. Generally, this course will help you to
develop the following key skills:
- Communication through reading, writing, listening and speaking;
- Working with Numbers;
- Working with others;
- Problem solving;
- Supporting opinions.
The table below and its further description will give you a general idea of these skills and tell you
what modules will help you to develop them:
Key Skill
BEAP BaQS
Communication through Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking 
Time Management

Supporting Opinions

Working with Others



Working with Numbers
Problem Solving



Communication
The BEAP modules of CPFS will primarily assist you in developing competency in the four key
areas. All of them are essential in order to communicate effectively both in oral and written English.
These modules will be a great help for you in developing your communication skills, which is about
making sure you get the right messages from written and spoken communication and that you are
able to get the right message across to others, and deliver effective presentations. This skill also
includes spelling, punctuation and so on, but it’s about much more than that – it’s about using
these skills appropriately as part of your job in the future. This skill includes:
- Listening attentively;
- Questioning;
- Giving information;
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- Negotiating;
- Expressing ideas, etc.
Supporting Opinions as a Basis for Critical Thinking
The BEAP modules will endeavour to assist you in expressing your own ideas confidently and
supporting such ideas with evidence, giving examples from your own experience or from some
research that you have carried out. Sometimes this may be done through a piece of writing or
giving a short oral presentation. Such skills are essential to prepare you for future academic study.
It is also necessary to improve your confidence and to be able to respond to someone when they
ask you questions.
Working with Numbers
All organisations need people who can handle numbers and calculations accurately. Your tasks in
the BaQS modules will involve you in using numbers in some way and will help you to develop
problem solving skills and strategies. You will also start to learn how to apply your theoretical
mathematical knowledge to practical situations.
Working with Others
One of the most important qualities employers look for is the ability to work with other people. They
know that good teamwork is a major factor in business success and that people who can work
together to achieve objectives make a big contribution to this. Some tasks in such modules as
BEAP and BaQS will give you a chance to work with others and learn how to be clearer about your
responsibilities and how these fit in with your studies and the work of other people in your team. It’s
about working cooperatively and involves asking questions to find out what others would like you to
do, carrying out tasks accurately, safely and on time. It also means asking for help or advice when
you need it. It is also about giving effective feedback to your group mates and to be willing to learn
from each other.
Problem Solving
Employers often say that they want their staff to use their initiative. That means being able to
recognise problems and coming up with ideas about what to do about them. This can save the
business time and money and avoid waste. Both BaQS and BEAP modules will help you to
develop the skill of problem solving, which involves identifying when there is a problem and
thinking of different ways of tackling it. You then need to decide on a course of action, carry it out
and check that it has worked. Problems can also be solved as a part of team work and through
brainstorming.
Other than the key skills discussed above, the Course will aim to achieve the following skills:
1. Basic Presentation skills
2. Basic Research skills
3. Basic Leadership through team work, being a CCM representative, etc.
4. Creativity
5. Self-dependence and Inter-dependence
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You will be tested from time to time on your skills progress as part of the normal assignment
programme.
Much of your learning and skills development will take place through group work, which is
designed to bring out and test your interpersonal, group and leadership qualities. Successful group
work is likely to be harder than you expect.
The course learning activities will make you primarily responsible for your own learning and you will
repeatedly be required to find things out for yourself. Learning through discovery may seem difficult
at first, but it is worth persevering as it is likely to confer longer lasting benefits than knowledge
acquired through conventional teaching methods.
You will discover that as the course progresses the tasks facing you will become more complex
and open-ended. In the real world there are rarely any easy solutions or ‘right’ answers.
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HOW YOU LEARN
Guided Independent Study
The organisation of Guided Independent Study weeks (GIS) is an important aspect of the learning
and teaching strategy of the University. In each module you will have one GIS week in each
semester. A GIS week is not a period of time when students are left to work on their own without
academic guidance. It is a part of the academic delivery process which has a structured and
planned approach to the organisation of the academic support in students learning, and which is
organised as an out-of-class-teaching activities that help to integrate, reinforce and induce better
understanding and deeper learning of students. During GIS weeks module teams can organise
formative or summative assessments such as CW progress reports, presentations, in-class tests,
intermediate revisions etc.
Study guidance
This course is based on student centred approach rather than teacher led: students are expected
to develop as autonomous researchers and critical thinkers, to prepare them for future study at
undergraduate level. Your Personal Tutor will also support you in the process of learning. If you
need further assistance or guidance, please contact your PT.
Organising Your Study
Location: find a place where you can work in comfort. It should be well ventilated and warm with a
table and chair and free from distraction (radios, etc. do not really aid study).
Time Management: time is your most valuable asset. Use it well. Plan your study allowing periods
of time each week you can devote solely to each subject’s coursework, background reading, etc.
Plan relaxation breaks of about 10 minutes each hour. Short half-hour periods are useful for
reviewing or scanning books. Plan time to review and organise your notes. Discover when you
work most effectively and plan to tackle the tougher assignments at this time. Be realistic and try to
stick to your timetable.
Study Methods
Essay writing: is best done in longer periods with short breaks. Prepare by background reading
and note-taking. Getting into a topic takes time. Avoid distractions from other subjects.
Reading: half hour periods are suitable for reading, especially when note-taking is not necessary.
Concentration tends to lapse-after half an hour. Re-reading lecture/tutorial notes can be done in
the odd 15-20 minutes.
If your interest in a subject is high, so is your motivation and concentration, and you are likely to
spend longer on it than planned. The opposite is also true since lack of interest lowers motivation
and reduces concentration. Beware, watch for signs and guard against them.
Reading Techniques
If concentration is difficult, read for short periods. Practise reading on novels and newspapers to
improve speed and concentration and to improve your vocabulary!
Adapt your reading to the type of material. Slow reading is needed to understand a text. Rapid
reading may revise content and main points of the text already read. Scanning will explore the
overall content. Combine scanning with slow reading, i.e. when preparing for an essay, scan for
specifics and then slow read before making notes.
Look for pointers and key words in the text, heading, diagrams, charts, summaries, etc. Think as
you read.
Make a point of looking up words you do not understand and record their meaning. This will
improve your vocabulary and improve your speed, but be selective or you will lose interest. Don’t
write down every word but try to understand the word from its context in the sentence.
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Attendance
WIUT does have an attendance policy and it is compulsory for all CPFS 1 and 2 students to attend
all tutorials and seminars since some of the transferable skills are developed within these sessions.
Moreover the analysis shows a very strong positive relationship between student’s attendance and
performance.
THE LIBRARY
Students attending Pre-University courses have access to use the WIUT Academic Lyceum
Library. The library contains a range of learning resources and it is equipped with PCs with Internet
access; Wi-Fi is available as well.
Location
The library is located on the ground floor of the WIUT Academic Lyceum building, opposite the
main entrance.
Library sections
The Academic Lyceum Library has four main areas:
 Entrance to the Library. There are shelves equipped with special cameras where students
should leave their bags before entering the main area.
 Reference area. It is the place where students can check out, return books or ask personnel
for any information and assistance.
 Group study area where you can work with fellow students, use your laptop or library PCs.
Main Book Stock is located in this area.
 Silent study area that is followed after the Group study area contains desks which are
designed for one person.
Borrowing items
When students enrol on Pre-University courses they will be given a University ID card which also
acts as a library card. New students should fill out a special application form at the library counter
and present it with their ID cards to a member of library staff who will validate the ID card on the
library system. This usually takes only a minute.
Math and English textbooks can be borrowed for 1 academic year.
Reference books are for use in the library only.
Other books, E.g. novels can also be borrowed but variety may be limited due to the high number
of borrowers.
Nobody can borrow materials with an ID other than the user.
Fines and Sanctions
The library operates a policy of charging a fine for the late return of a book. The Fine system is
clearly stated and there are no exceptions. The system was introduced to improve the circulation
of books and not to make money for the library. It is your responsibility to return the book on the
due date. If all students did so then there are enough books for each student to borrow. And the
library would not receive any money from fines.
There are other sanctions for the misuse of the library and you must ensure you understand the
regulations.
The library is continually growing and actively pursues the addition to the library stock of both
British and Uzbek publications.
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Opening times
The WIUT Academic Lyceum Library is open 6 days a week in term time.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Contact details
External telephone:
Internal telephone:
9:00-20:00
9:00-20:00
9:00-20:00
9:00-20:00
9:00-20:00
10:00-15:00
Closed
(998 71) 2321336
515
Email: library@wiut.uz
Guides to the use of the Information Resource Centre are available from the help desk.
IT provision
All PCs have Internet access and office applications. Most areas of the University are covered with
Wi-Fi Internet access.
The WIUT Help Desk is the first point of contact for many IT applications and services.
Contacting the Help Desk
There are multiple ways to get technical assistance from the WIUT Help Desk:
 By phone: 2387406 or ext: 457 [419 for Lyceum]

Visit the Help Desk room in 2nd floor for Face-to-Face IT Support Monday - Saturday 9
a.m. - 6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Submit a Help Request via the support@wiut.uz
Help Desk Policy
 WIUT Help Desk services only university hardware and software.

Every student or staff must present his ID card before we take any action.

WIUT Help Desk does not share University owned software or pirated software with
students or staff.

Any hardware or software upgrade is done under the supervision of the I.T. Manager.

Under heavy and critical situations I.T. Manager sets the priorities and directly supervises
the actions.

University students or staff are not allowed to download or install pirated software.
policy is enforced by applying server side software.

PC labs are open from 9:00 a.m. to 20:00 p.m.
This
Help Desk Services
 Maintain PC labs, computer peripherals and other IT teaching facilities including the
equipment of the Copy centre, provide timely and accurate service in distribution and
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
receipt of notebooks, projectors and other equipment for teaching process, organize first
hand prompt response to enquiries of staff and students re IT facilities (computers, copiers,
computer peripherals, projectors and other equipment)
Being present and visible in the Help Desk and available to users requiring technical
assistance. Primary responsibility is user support and customer service.


Responding to questions from callers; remotely assisting users with technology problems.
Attending IT training sessions. Becoming familiar with available technology changes or
problems.
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
Wi-Fi Maintenance and troubleshooting
Maintaining students’ printing accounts
University computer maintenance and support
LRC Workstation Hardware/Copy Center maintenance
Assisting and providing trainings to university personnel, Expertise in Office programs such
as Word, Excel, Visio, Project, Outlook, Access.

Set up and configure computers for new users and are typically responsible for any
physical work relating to the computers such as repairing software or hardware issues and
moving workstations to another location.
You will also find a number of PCs in the Learning Resources Centre and these can be used
anytime during the opening hours of the centre. In addition the Library Group Area has a wireless
system where you can use a laptop .
In order to use the University’s computing resources you will need to have an account. An account
will be created for you when you first enrol on your course and you will be shown how to use the
computing facilities during Induction Week.
Printing, copying, and computing help and advice is available from the copy centre (Room 204)
and from the technician’s room (Room 205).
Feedback on assessed work
You will be given feedback on all formative assessments. The feedback which you will receive will
allow you to reflect, revise and improve your skills and approaches for given tasks within
assessments. You should carefully analyse the feedback given on each piece of work. If you do
not understand it, then you should seek clarifications from your tutors who gave you these
comments. Understanding and reflecting on feedback is critical for your development.
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HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED
Assessment Strategy for the course
The general principles governing assessment on the course are that a variety of assessment
methods should be used to supplement formal examinations. The appropriate assessment method
should be selected for the particular learning outcome being assessed. Coursework and in-module
assessments should be considered part of the learning process, with appropriate and timely
feedback being given.
At the start of each module students will be given details, in writing, of the assessment scheme, the
timetable against which each component of assessed work must be submitted, and details of when
marked coursework will be returned to students. Because of the varying size of modules, it is not
possible to specify a uniform period for the return of coursework, but normally this will be done
promptly enough to enable you to make use of the feedback supplied with the assessment. The
assessment strategy has been developed to support the course philosophy to develop effective,
reflective, thinking business managers of the future. The aim is to provide you with the opportunity
to demonstrate your capabilities in an accessible, structured manner within budget constraints.
Assessment is perceived to be an integral part of the overall learning process. Combined with the
teaching and learning strategy, it aims to promote initiative and creativity, critical thinking, structure
of coherent arguments, evaluation, decision-making, professional communication skills, effective
group work, personal reflection, time-management, the ability to meet deadlines, and ability to work
under pressure.
There can be various assessment models for course modules but normally in-module assessment
and end-of-module assessment as per University regulations. The in-module element will normally
involve you working continually on an assignment, but it may also take the form of a timeconstrained test.
In-module assignments will give the opportunity for personal reflection on your current attainment
in order to improve your own performance; for continuous educational feedback from the module
lecturer, seminar tutor or personal tutor; and allow you to chart your progress through the module.
The end-of-module assessment will normally be an individual submission and will provide a
summative judgement of achievement.
The module leader, in consultation with the module teaching team, sets all assessments for a
module. All assessments are subject to a process of approval known as moderation, through which
Westminster International University ensures that assessments are appropriate for the level and
learning outcomes of the module.
Assessable work may take several forms, depending upon the nature of the associated module.
Successful students are expected to perform well and pass both in submitted coursework
assignments and in the more formal written or practical tests and examinations.
Examples of coursework may include homework assignments, classroom exercises, group
activities and short-term projects. In the case of group activities, a suitable assessment scheme will
be determined and agreed with the students at the start of each activity.
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Coursework and Exam Weightings for the Course Modules
Status
Title
Credit
value
Assessment Method
Core
Basics of English for
Academic Purpose Level 1
30
Component 1 – in class test – 20%
Component 2 – portfolio – 20%
Component 3 – in class test – 30%
Component 4 – exam – 30%
Core
Basics Of Quantitative Skills
Level 1
30
Component 1 – in class test – 25%
Component 2 – in class test – 25%
Component 3 – in class test – 25%
Component 4 – in class test – 25%
Core
Basics of English for
Academic Purposes Level 2
30
Component 1 – speaking task – 30%
Component 2 – portfolio of written tasks
- 30%
Component 3 – final exam – 30%
Component 4 – participation and
homework – 10%
Core
Basics of Quantitative Skills
Level 2
30
Component 1 – in class test – 25%
Component 2 – in class test – 25%
Component 3 – in class test – 25%
Component 4 – in class test – 25%
Cheating and plagiarism
If carried out knowingly, cheating and plagiarism have the objectives of deceiving examiners and
gaining an unfair advantage over other students. This is unethical. It also threatens the integrity of
the assessment procedures and the value of the University’s academic awards.
While you are studying here your academic performance will be assessed on the basis of your own
work. Anyone caught cheating in exams/in-class tests or through coursework assignments will be
subject to formal investigation in accordance with Section 10 of the University Academic
Regulations.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you are not vulnerable to any allegation that you have
breached the assessment regulations. Serious penalties are imposed on those who cheat. These
may include failure in a module or an element of a module, suspension or exclusion from your
course and withdrawal of academic credits awarded previously for modules which have been
passed.
Typical breaches of assessment regulations are described below.
Plagiarism
When you submit work for individual assessment, the work must be your own. If you have included
sections of text from other sources without referencing them correctly, then you may be accused of
plagiarism.
Plagiarism is defined as submission for assessment of material (written, visual or oral) originally
produced by another person or persons, without acknowledgement, in such a way that the work
could be assumed to be the student’s own.
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Plagiarism may involve the unattributed use of another person’s work, including: ideas, opinions,
theory, facts, statistics, graphs, models, paintings, performance, computer code, drawings,
quotations of another person’s actual spoken or written words, or paraphrases of another person’s
spoken or written words.
Plagiarism covers both direct copying and copying or paraphrasing with only minor adjustments.
You must keep a careful record of all the sources you use, including all internet material. It is your
responsibility to ensure that you understand correct referencing practices.
If you use text or data or drawings or designs or artifacts without properly acknowledging who
produced the material, then you are likely to be accused of plagiarism.
Here are some simple dos and don’ts, to help you avoid plagiarism:
Do
Include references to all sources at the
point where they appear in your text,
either via a direct reference or foot note
Always use quotation marks to indicate
someone else’s ideas
Do not!
Rely on citing sources in your bibliography
without making clear where they appear in
your text
Take parts of other people’s sentences and
incorporate them into your own writing
without making clear that they are not your
own words
Reference diagrams, tables and other Assume that plagiarism only refers to
forms of data
written words in prose narrative
Include full website references which Simply cite the top-level page and expect
make clear exactly which page you your tutors to search for your source:
referenced, e.g.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/education/2009 http://www.guardian.co.uk/
/apr/18/university-life-academic-cheating
Always check with your Module Leader or Course Leader if you are unsure about subject-specific
conventions concerning referencing and attribution (e.g. in design-based and creative subjects
where there may be particular expectations about referencing and/or copyright).
You can access a helpful tutorial about plagiarism in Blackboard. After signing in, the tutorial can
be accessed from any page in Blackboard by clicking on the ‘Skills Resources’ tab. Please consult
the relevant Module Leader or your Course Leader if you need any further advice.
Plagiarism Detection
To help eradicate plagiarism and thereby protect the value of your qualification some modules
include the requirement that your coursework must be submitted electronically and checked by textmatching software, such as Turnitin or SafeAssign.
If requested by your Course or Module Leader, you must submit your coursework in electronic form
to the text-matching software system used on your course, so that it can check your work for its
originality. Students should seek guidance from their Course or Module Leader or follow the
instructions on the Online Learning Website http://intranet.wiut.uz/frontpage
Double-counting
Students are also not permitted to re-present any assessment already submitted for one module as
if for the first time assessment in another module. Double counting of assessed work is not
normally allowed. If submitting work previously included in another assessment the student should
attribute the section of text from the earlier work. This may be taken into account by the markers.
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Working Together
Discussing ideas is part of academic life at University and you are allowed to exchange sources
and references. However, you must recognise the distinction between sharing ideas, and collusion.
This means that you must not work with others to the extent of exchanging written materials you
have prepared, such as notes or drafts of assignments. If these types of materials are shared this
will be regarded as an assessment offence for the person who lends the material as well as for the
person who uses it. Your own work must be regarded as your own property and you should protect
it. If you are working in a shared space, log off from the PC you are working on whenever you take
a break so that others cannot access or copy your work; take care to destroy printed drafts or
copies of work, rather than just discarding them; and, don’t give your work to others on disk. If you
are working on a group assignment make sure you understand the allocation of responsibilities
between yourself and the other members of the group.
Cheating in exams
You must not communicate with other students during an exam or test. You must not take into the
exam or test room any materials, notes or aids other than those officially authorised in the
examination paper. If an invigilator observes you with any prohibited materials, notes or equipment,
or observes you communicating with another student, your actions will be investigated in
accordance with Section 10 of the University’s Handbook of Academic Regulations. Students
should also remember that the reproduction of material originally produced by another person, or
persons, without acknowledgement, in such a way that the work could be assumed to be the
student’s own is not permitted; this includes work produced in examination conditions.
Assessment Offence and Point System at WIUT
Nature of offence
Minor offence: Talking during exam/test;
Minor offence: Failing to comply with the instructions of invigilator,
minor plagiarism - poor referencing;
Major offence: Continuous talking during exam/test, major
plagiarism, copying from another students work, close
collaboration, cheat sheets during exam;
Serious offence: obtaining, or attempting to obtain, access to
examination papers prior to the start of the examination, being
party to any arrangements whereby a person other than the
candidates fraudulently represents the candidate at an examination
Points awarded
1
2
3
Referred to stage 3
automatically
Each point corresponds with a certain penalty. When students accumulate points, a penalty is
imposed accordingly. For a complete list of regulations, please see Section 10 – Examination and
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Point awarded
1
2
3–5
6–8
9+
Penalty imposed
Official warning reg 10:40 (b); 10:54 (b)
Capped mark at a pass for an assessment – reg 10:40 (c); 10:54 (c)
Zero for assignment any reassessment or re-attempt capped at a bare
pass - reg 10:40 (d); 10:54 (d)
Zero for module and the mark capped at a bare pass for any reassessment
or re-attempt – reg 10:40 (e); 10:54 (e)
Refer to stage 3 reg 10:59 – 10:63
Note
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The Certificate of Pre Foundation Studies (CPFS) is a separate Pre-university course aimed at
preparing students for their studies at CIFS Level 3.
Taking the above into consideration any points accumulated by a student will be ‘struck’ off the
register of offences for students progressed from the CPFS Levels 1and 2 to CIFS Level 3.
MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD
The University takes your views about your course and your experience as a student seriously.
This section of the handbook provides information on how you can contribute to the quality
assurance of the course and modules you are studying on.
To help address any concerns you may have with the course and to help the university improve its
services we would like you to ‘make your voice heard’. The following are the formal means by
which you can voice your concerns. They are meant for concerns on the general conditions and
course related issues, personal concerns should be addressed to your personal tutor, course
leader, etc.
Student feedback is obtained in a number of ways, both formal and informal. Staff/student
relationships are characterised by a relaxed and informal approach. Students are encouraged to
approach module and course leaders directly with comments and queries. If you have a general
concern on an issue relating to the course you should contact your course representative first.
The senior management is always pleased to see students but you must address any concerns
you have to the appropriate person and please follow the procedures for more formal complaints.
The purpose and role of the course committee
Each Course Leader is responsible for organising a Course Committee. The Course Committee is
the forum for students and staff to present their views on the operation and development of the
course. As a formal Committee within the University's Committee Structure, the Course Committee
provides an important mechanism for the collection and consideration of student feedback. The
Terms of Reference and Composition of Course Committees are set out below. Any alternative
mechanism approved for student-staff consultation e.g. for part-time students, should accord with
these Terms of Reference and Composition.
The Course Committee forms part of the Quality Assurance system of WIUT and the University of
Westminster; the outcomes will be used in the formal process of reviewing the Quality of the
course. The minutes are also used as evidence in the Annual Monitoring of the Quality of courses,
undertaken by the UoW and WIUT, as well as when there are any validation or other Quality
Assurance visits.
The Course Committee has responsibility for considering the effective management of the course,
including enhancement of provision. The remit of the Course Committee covers the:

academic welfare of students, and specifically the course induction and the Personal
Tutor system;

student feedback comment on course operation, curriculum content, teaching, study
skills, support, assessment, facilities, library and computing support and administrative
support;

monitoring information/comment on previous year's course audits, operation of course
academic standards, i.e. the Course Leader's annual report plus ‘progress statistics' of
students enrolled, progressing, graduating (and withdrawing); summaries of External
Examiners' reports; reports of University Validation or Review Panels or external bodies
which accredit the course;

consultation on proposed changes to module content, assessment and/or course
structure.
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The Course Committee minutes provide part of the evidence base for the annual monitoring
exercise conducted each year by the School, and the periodic review of the course conducted by
the University (normally every six years).
Composition

elected student representatives, forming 40% - 50% of total membership, including
representation from all modes of study and subject areas as far as possible

Course Leader

Dean of Faculty

full-time staff teaching the course, to include representatives of all major subject areas

one member nominated by Information Systems & Library Services (ISLS)

one member of administrative support staff nominated by the School Registry Manager.
Total membership should not exceed 30. The quorum shall be 40% of the approved
membership.
Good practice in committee organisation indicates that:

The Course Leader should organise a pre-meeting for all student representatives in
advance of the first Course Committee meeting of the session, and provide copies of
the previous year's Course Committee minutes;

Agendas should be circulated one week ahead and put on course notice boards;

Meetings should be held at least once each semester but preferably twice;

A Secretary should be appointed at the first meeting of each academic year (staff or
student);

Issues raised at the Course Committee should be reasonably representative of the
student and/or staff group and not just of a minority;

Urgent practical problems (e.g. access to IT facilities or teaching rooms) are to be
raised with the Course Leader and/or Head of Department in-between Course
Committee meetings, rather than delayed;

Issues raised at the meeting and decisions taken are recorded on an ‘action list', and
draft minutes or notes should be approved by the Chair and circulated within three
weeks of the meeting and the list of actions reported back to the next meeting as
‘Matters Arising'.
How Course Representatives will be selected
Student representatives are elected by the relevant student groups to ensure that students from
each level, mode and major subject area are represented. Elections take place within timetabled
classes for core modules to encourage maximum participation. Elections will be held annually
early in semester 1.
All students are eligible to be a course representative and it can be a good experience if you are
chosen.
If you are interested in becoming a representative for your course and get elected, then you will
receive an induction and some training. This is done in collaboration with the WIUT Student Union
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each year for all course representatives. A ‘course rep’ handbook is provided to each new course
representative. In addition the Course Leader, Dean, Student Union executive and the Academic
Registrars office can help with any concerns you may have as a course representative
What happens to the discussions held at the course committee
The outcomes of each course committee are documented in a set of minutes. The minutes are a
formal record of the meetings they will be held in the Academic Registrar’s office and be published
directly following each meeting in a similar manner to the agendas. there are also opportunities for
course representatives to seek informal advice on the outcomes from other course representatives
and the course team as well as providing feedback of meetings to the student body either during
lectures or electronically.
It will be the responsibility of the Chair of the Committee to ensure that direction is given to the
appropriate person or area for action or consideration on any aspects of the minutes.
The actions noted by the Course Committee are produced as an ‘Action Plan’. These action plans
are then progressed in the following way:

A Course Leader (CL) is asked to organize a post CCM meeting with the other CLs and
other relevant parties to prepare list of common problems

After that meeting the CLs prepare draft course action plans, and may raise at this point
any concerns with the appropriate senior manager to resolve any issues.

The CLs prepare a final version of action plan including any resolved issues and pass it to
SU Welfare and Education secretary

The SU Welfare and Education secretary will pass the final action plan to course reps

Course reps pass this information to students
On-line Module Feedback Questionnaires
The University has a standard end-of-module student questionnaire as an additional means by
which students can give feedback on the quality of academic process (teaching, assessment, etc.).
The questionnaire is concerned with the quality of the teaching and learning process on each
module. All modules are surveyed at the end of the semester. All students on the module are
surveyed.
The questionnaire is confidential and anonymous. The questionnaire is filled in on-line and its
results are processed by computer software. Completion takes approximately ten minutes. At
CPFS level, an alternative paper based questionnaire might be substituted for the On-line
questionnaire.
The results are used to address any concerns with particular modules, to assess the overall
performance across all modules and are used in the annual review of all courses.
They are important and are used by staff and senior managers to help improve the delivery and
outcomes of modules.
Individual members of staff may also use their own questionnaires or methods of evaluation.
These do not form part of the overall Quality Assurance system of the university and students are
free to participate as they wish.
N.B. In the event of an IT malfunction or other unexpected situation, you may be asked to complete
a paper version of the questionnaire.
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WHAT TO DO IF THINGS GO WRONG
Mitigating circumstances
If illness or other unforeseen circumstances unavoidably prevent you from completing your
assessed work, or submitting it on time, you can submit an application for Mitigating
Circumstances (MCs) to be taken into consideration. If your MC claim is accepted it will result in
one of the following outcomes:

Your original mark will be reinstated (for late work submitted up to 10 working days after the
published deadlines);

You will be offered an opportunity to sit the assessment without penalty at the next
available opportunity as a Deferral (in cases where you have missed an assessment
entirely).
The University operates a fit-to-sit policy for assessment. This means that if you submit a piece of
coursework or attend an exam or other time-limited assessment, you are deemed to have declared
yourself fit to attempt the assessment and must accept the result of the assessment.
If you have missed a significant part of your studies due to ill health or other personal problems,
you must speak to your Course Leader and Personal Tutor, to discuss whether you should
suspend studies or request deferrals either for the individual assessments, or entire modules.
If you are taken ill during an examination, you must notify the invigilator of the reason for leaving
the examination and you must go to your doctor, or an A&E unit (in more serious cases), to obtain
a diagnosis, which you will need when you submit your MC claim.
If you miss an assessment or submit work late, you should submit an application in writing using a
Mitigating Circumstances claim form to your School Office, supported by original documentary
evidence (e.g. a medical certificate), at the earliest available opportunity.
Mitigating Circumstances Boards meet throughout the year and it is in your best interests to submit
your claim as quickly as possible, normally within 5 working days of the circumstances occurring,
as you will receive a decision on your claim much earlier and will be in a better position to plan
your studies for the remainder of the year. Please note that retrospective claims will not normally
be considered, especially in cases where the claim is being made after the release of the results
for the assessment in question.
If you do submit an MC claim, you should not assume that it is necessarily going to be accepted; it
is your responsibility to make sure that you complete all assessment requirements in a module as
far as possible.
It is very important that you read section on Mitigating Circumstances in Essential Information
Guide for Undergraduate Students, to find out what to do if you miss the deadline for any piece of
work; in most cases it is crucial that you submit the work or participate in the assessment as soon
as you possibly can. Late work will not normally be accepted if it is received more than ten working
days after the original coursework deadline. If other students have already had their marked work
returned, the same assignment cannot be marked once submitted late.
Your MC claim will be considered by the Mitigating Circumstances Board. The Mitigating
Circumstances Board makes a decision on your claim that is later communicated to the
Assessment Board, which meets at the end of the year to formally ratify all of the results for your
course. The University-wide criteria by which claims will be judged are standardised for reasons of
fairness and these are published in detail in Essential Information Guide for Undergraduate
Students, in the section on Mitigating Circumstances, which you should read before submitting any
claim. The criteria for acceptance or rejection of an MC claim reflect work-based standards of
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conduct and performance, and only those circumstances which are demonstrably serious and
likely to have affected your academic performance will be considered.
Penalties for late submission of coursework
The University operates a two-tier penalty system for late submission of coursework and in-module
assessment. This regulation applies to all students registered for an award irrespective of their
level of study. All University coursework deadlines are scheduled between Monday and Thursday
inclusive. Where possible, the submission day will coincide with the day the module classes are
normally taught. However, the University does not allow submission deadlines to be set for
Fridays.
If you submit your coursework late but within 24 hours or one working day of the specified
deadline, the mark will be capped at the pass mark (40%).
If you submit your coursework more than 24 hours or more than one working day after the
specified deadline you will be given a mark of zero for the work in question.
Late work and any claim of Mitigating Circumstances relating to coursework must be submitted at
the earliest opportunity to ensure as far as possible that the work can still be marked. You will
normally have the right to submit coursework 10 working days after the original deadline. Once the
work of other students has been marked and returned, late submissions of that same piece of work
cannot be assessed.
What to do if you fail
For details of University regulations and procedures in the case of failure in a module or element of a
module, please refer to the Essential Information Guide for Undergraduate Students.
Suspending from the course
The University allows a student to suspend from their course for a period of one academic year. It
is sometimes possible to extend this to two years, although students do not have an automatic
right to return to the course following the normal one year of suspension.
If you think you need to suspend your studies you are advised to speak to a Student Adviser or the
Students’ Union before making any final decision. You need to make yourself aware of any
financial implications your decision might have and bear in mind the maximum periods of
registration for the course. It is then your responsibility to:
a)
discuss the suspension with your Course Leader or Personal tutor
b)
inform the Registrars Office of your decision in writing
c)
contact the Course Leader and the Registry 6-8 semester time weeks before returning to the
course.
Please see the Modular Framework for Undergraduate Courses for full details of the regulations on
suspension which gives information on liability for fees and implications for any deferred or referred
assessments.
Withdrawing from the Course
If you decide to withdraw from the course please speak to your Course leader or a student advisor
before making a final decision. Once you have decided to leave the course, it is your responsibility
to inform the Registrars in writing of your decision.
If you withdraw from the course after week 4 (semester 1) or week 17 (semester 2) of the
University’s published calendar, you will be liable for the payment of the full tuition fee for that
semester.
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Changing Course
If you want to change course for another course within the University, you must discuss this
decision with your Course Leader. It is also recommended that you speak to a student advisor. It is
then your responsibility to ensure that you have obtained the full agreement from the new Course
Leader and completed the standard form which is available from the Registrar’s Office. This
process must be completed before changing course. There is no guarantee that once you have
been accepted on one course at the University that you will be able to transfer to another course.
Complaints procedure
The University is committed to providing a good quality service to students. However, it is
acknowledged that there may be times when individuals may experience a quality of academic or
service delivery which they feel falls short of the standard reasonable expected by the University.
In such cases, you may feel that it is necessary to make a written submission setting out your
concerns. You will find information on the procedure for making complaints on the University
intranet in the section of Academic regulations.
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COURSE REGULATIONS
Award of a Certificate in Pre Foundation Studies (CPFS Levels 1 and 2)
1. To be eligible for the award of a Pre Foundation Certificate, a student must have:
a. obtained at least 60 credits at Credit Level 2; and
b. satisfied the requirements contained within any course specific regulations for the relevant
Course Scheme.
c. In reality this means that students must pass BEAP 2 and BaQS 2 with an overall mark of
at least 40% in both modules and with a mark of at least 30% in each component.
2. Students who have completed 30 or 60 credits at Level 1 or only 30 credits at Level 2 will
receive a transcript which will list the modules studied and the results obtained.
In view of the access nature of this course, there is no provision for an interim or partial exit
qualification to be awarded.
Where a student fails to achieve an overall pass in any module, and/or fails to achieve a
satisfactory standard in any component of the module, the Subject Board may, at its discretion,
permit the student to be reassessed in the module, in whole or in part. A satisfactory standard in a
component will normally be taken as 30%.
Exclusion from the programme of study on academic grounds
In certain circumstances, usually where students have failed a significant proportion of modules
attempted, a student may be excluded from their course on academic grounds. Please refer to the
Modular Framework for Undergraduate Courses published in the current Essential Information
Guide for Undergraduate Students for further details. This is available on the Intranet.
YOUR RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES AS A STUDENT
The Essential Information Guide for Undergraduate Students includes information on your rights
and responsibilities as a student of the University of Westminster and it is important that you make
yourself aware of these rights and responsibilities.
The University’s rules and regulations are published in the interests of fairness, consistency and
transparency. Your signature on the enrolment form signifies that you undertake to abide by the
University’s regulations. It is therefore important that you take the time to read and understand
them.
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PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITY AND COMMUNICATION BETWEEN
PARENTS AND STAFF
In Pre University, the majority of students are less than 18 years old. This means that they are still
legally under the care of their parents or guardians and that they still do not have full autonomy for
their learning. Westminster International University in Tashkent will bear this in mind and will do
everything possible to ensure that effective communication takes place on a regular basis between
the university and the parents. To this end the Pre University staff will
 inform the parents/guardians of WIUT academic policies and procedures
 inform them about the progress of their children in their academic studies.
Parents also must take their parental responsibilities seriously. They should check that:
 their children are regularly doing their homework
 they are working on coursework assignments
 they attend all classes and are not late without any valid reason.
Attendance sheets are kept for each group and all absences are recorded. If students know that
they are going to be absent, the Registrar’s Office [or the tutor] should be informed. A written
reason for absence should always be submitted. A medical certificate should accompany absences
of three days or more.
Meetings with parents will take place at least once per semester. At the beginning of the first
semester, parents and students will be invited to attend a meeting where the following points will
be presented:
 a calendar for the academic year
 a brief outline of the modules and the assessment procedures
 a brief outline of regulations and disciplinary matters
 expectations of the teaching staff
 parental involvement
 communication between parents and teaching staff – email addresses of staff will be given
to the students during the Induction Week. but not personal telephone numbers
 a question-answer session
At the beginning of the second semester, a meeting will take place to give feedback to parents on
the progress of their children, following the assessments that took place in the first semester.
 general meeting with parents and tutors to report on any overall issues
 general information about CIFS 3 part-time
 a question-answer session
 individual meetings between tutors and parents
 additional meetings with parents can be arranged as needed
Parents are welcome to contact the Registrar’s Office for clarification of any organisational issues.
If parents want to speak with a teacher, the Course Leader or the Head of Pre University, they
should first contact the Registrar’s Office so that an appointment can be made at a mutually
convenient time.
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MODULE PROFORMAS
This section includes core module proformas in full. Students can get access to the full module
descriptor for each module on the University intranet.
Code
UZCPFS101
UZCPFS102
UZCPFS201
UZCPFS202
Title
Basics of
Basics of
Basics of
Basics of
English for Academic Purposes 1
Quantitative Skills 1
English for Academic Purposes 2
Quantitative Skills 2
Status
Core
Core
Core
Core
Page
36
39
41
44
Full Module Title: BASICS OF ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES 1
Short Module Title: BEAP1
Module Code: UZCPFS101
Credit Level: 1
Credit Value:30
Length: A YEAR LONG
School and Department: CPFS
Module Leader(s):
Elena Aripova
Extension:
475
Email: earipova@wuit.uz
Host course: CPFS
Status: Core
Subject Board: Pre-foundation
Pre-requisites: 40-59% in CPFS entrance exam or WIUT Lyceum entrance
exam.
Co-requisites: None
Assessment:
time constrained in-class tests 1 and 2 weigh 20% and 30% (respectively), portfolio
20% and final exam 30%
Study Abroad:
N/A
Qualifying Mark(s) for Assessment(s):
Overall pass mark is 40% and the standard qualifying mark for each
component is 30%.
Special features: N/A
Access restrictions: N/A
Summary of Module content:
The module develops students’ proficiency in general English in the four main skills.
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Module Aims:


To provide students with the language and study skills required for further studies
To help students achieve a level of English language competence comparable to CEFR
band B1.
Learning outcomes:
On successful completion of the module students will be able to:
1.
2.
3.
4.
understand and use various grammar structures and vocabulary
understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters
understand the texts that consist mainly of high frequency everyday language
enter unprepared into conversation on topics pertinent to everyday life and express opinions
or offer advice within a known area
5. write simple connected texts on familiar topics and write letters on familiar matters.
Indicative syllabus content:
 Grammar
 Vocabulary
 Reading a variety of texts of different genres and note taking
 Different study skills
 Variety of speaking and listening activities
 Different genres of writing
Teaching and Learning Methods:
The delivery of the module will be done through tutorials. Students will participate in learnercentred activities and task-based exercises which will be organised both as individual and as group
work.
Assessment Rationale:
Component 1 (in class test) 20%
The aim of this in-class test is to test students’ ability to understand and use some grammar
structures and vocabulary, understand the main points of every day speech and texts that consist
mostly of high frequency every day language.
Component 2 (Portfolio) 20%
The aim of this in-class test is to test students’ ability to write simple connected texts and letters on
familiar matters.
Component 3 (in class test)
30%
The aim of this in-class test is to test students’ ability to understand and use some grammar
structures and vocabulary, texts that consist mostly of high frequency every day language.
Final exam 30%
The aim of this final test is to test students’ ability to understand the main points of every day
speech and ability to enter unprepared into conversation on everyday life topics and express
opinions or offer advice within a known area and write simple connected texts and letters.
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Assessment criteria:
Students will be assessed on the following criteria:





Range of vocabulary used
Range of grammar structures used
Fluency
Language accuracy
Coherence and cohesion
Assessment Methods and Weightings:
Types of
assessment
Weighti
ng
Semester
Description Learning
Outcomes
Recommended
Exam time
Component 1
20 %
1
2
20%
1
Component 3
(In-class test)
30%
2
Final exam
30%
2
(In-class test)
Component
(Portfolio)
Grammar &
Vocabulary
Reading
Listening,
Descriptive
piece of
writing,
Story
writing.
Each writing
is between
170 and
200 words
Grammar &
Vocabulary,
Reading
Listening,
A piece
writing (e.g.
email, etc)
Speaking
1, 3,2
1H 15 min
5
N/A
1, 3
2, 4, 5
1H 30 min
1 H 30 min
Sources:
Clarke, S, (2008) Macmillan English Grammar in Context, Macmillan.
Kerr, P. (2005) Straightforward Pre-Intermediate. Student book. Macmillan Education
Macmillan English Dictionary (Second Edition). (2007) Macmillan Education
Murphy, R. (2006) Essential Grammar in Use: (2nd Edition). CUP
Redman, S. (2003) English Vocabulary in Use (Pre-Intermediate - Intermediate). CUP
Scrivener, J. (2005) Straightforward Pre-Intermediate. Macmillan Education
Soars, L. and Soars, J. (2007) New Headway Pre-Intermediate (3rd Edition) Student's Book. OUP
Soars, L. and Soars, J. (2007) New Headway Intermediate (3rd Edition) Student's Book. OUP
Shakespeare, W. (2003) Midsummer Night's Dream, retold by Rachel Bladon. Macmillan Education
Vince, M. (2003) Elementary Language Practice, Macmillan.
Date of Initial Validation: 1 July 2011
Dates of approved modifications:
Date of re-validation/review:
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Full module title: Basics of Quantitative Skills 1
Short module title: BaQS 1
Module code: UZCPFS102
Credit level: 1
Credit value: 30
Length: 2 semesters
School and department: Pre University
Module leader: Sherzod Radjabov
Extension: 478
sradjabov2@wiut.uz
Host course: CPFS
Status: Core
Subject board: CPFS
Pre-requisites: A score of 20-29% in the CPFS entrance exam or in the WIUT Lyceum
entrance exam
Co-requisites: N/A
Assessment: 4 closed-book in-class tests, weighted at 25% each
Study abroad: N/A
Qualifying mark(s) for assessment(s): Overall pass mark is 40% and the qualifying mark
for each component is 30%
Special features: N/A
Access restrictions: N/A
Summary of content: applications of numerical methods in various contexts
BaQS1 module aims at:
 Fostering appreciation of mathematical methods as applied to business, economics and
engineering problems
 Developing basic numerical skills required to solve elementary problems
 Supplying the knowledge and skill foundation for successful progression onto next level of
mathematical curriculum
Learning outcomes – on successful completion of BaQS1 module the student will be able
to:
1. Manipulate and solve basic mathematical expressions, equations
2. Apply elements of calculus to common functions, draw graphs and be able to describe their
main features
3. Apply exponents and percentages to solve basic problems
4. Solve basic problems of plane geometry using appropriate formulae to calculate lengths and
areas of elementary planar figures
5. Show good reasoning skills, as required by the basic needs of business modelling
Indicative Syllabus Content:
1. Numbers and elementary operations over numbers; Algebraic expressions and polynomials
2. Linear and quadratic equations and applications; Simultaneous linear equations and applications
3. Arithmetic and geometric progressions and applications
4. Linear and quadratic functions and applications
5. Elements of planar geometry
Teaching and Learning Methods:
Module is taught via a series of twice-weekly sessions, comprising of concise introduction of
material followed by rigorous exercise routine over 2 semesters of 13 weeks each, including a
maximum of 2 GIS weeks per semester.
Assessment Rationale:
There are 4 written assessments, requiring students to solve mathematical problems appropriate to
their level of skill, knowledge and general numerical ability
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Assessment Criteria:
Clear and consistent application of techniques taught within the module based on the knowledge
acquired within the module, rooted in numerical ability fostered within the module
Assessment methods and weightings:
Assessment
Description
Weighting
Test 1
Test 2
Test 3
Test 4
In-class test
In-class test
In-class test
In-class test
25%
25%
25%
25%
Learning
Outcomes
1, 3, 5
1, 2, 5
1, 2, 5
1, 4, 5
Exam
Time
70 minutes
70 minutes
70 minutes
70 minutes
Sources:
1. F. Ataev, N. Lambrou, A. Djumanov. (2009) Mathematics and Logic Workbook, “Fan va
texnologiya markazi” Tashkent, Uzbekistan
2. S. Porter et al. (2003) Prepare for SATS in 4 Weeks!!!, Cambridge University Press
3. Tutorial handouts prepared by tutors
Date of initial validation: 1 July 2011
Dates of approved modifications:
Date of re-validation/review:
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Full Module Title: BASICS OF ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES, LEVEL 2
Short Module Title:
BEAP 2
Module Code:
Credit Level: 2
UZCPFS 201
Credit Value: 30 credits
Length: 2 semesters
School and Department: Pre University (CPFS)
Module Leader(s): Rozaliya Ziryanova
Extension:
475
Email:
rziryanova@wiut.uz
Host course: CPFS
Status: Core
Subject Board: CPFS
Pre-requisites:
BEAP 1 at 40% or sufficient score in WIUT Pre University Entrance Exam [e.g. 60%
and above]
Co-requisites: N/A
Assessment: 1. speaking test – 30%; 2. portfolio – 30%; 3. integrated skills final
exam – 30%; 4. participation and homework– 10%
Qualifying Mark(s) for Assessment(s): 40% for each component and 50% overall
Special features: N/A
Access restrictions: N/A
Summary of Module content:
The module refines the skills developed in BEAP 1 and introduces the basics of the
English language used in an academic context.
Module Aims:


To provide students with the language and study skills required for foundation studies
To help students achieve a level of English language competence comparable to a CEFR
band B2
Learning outcomes:
1. understand and use a range of more advanced grammar structures and basic vocabulary
related to academic context
2. understand extended speech and short lectures on familiar topics
3. read and understand texts of different genres concerned with contemporary problems
4. take an active part in discussions in familiar contexts, sustaining their views,
5. make notes while listening
6. write clear detailed texts on a wide range of subjects, including reflective writing, related to
personal interest; write
an essay which shows some ability to communicate
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Indicative syllabus content:
 Grammar
 General vocabulary and basic academic vocabulary
 Different study skills
 Reading a variety of texts of different genres and note taking
 Peer review
 Variety of speaking and listening activities
 Styles of writing (formal and informal)
Teaching and Learning Methods:
The delivery of the module will be done through tutorials during 26 teaching weeks [2 semesters
with a maximum of 2 GIS weeks per year]. Students will participate in learner-centred activities and
task-based exercises, which will be organised both as classwork and as homework.
Assessment Rationale:
Speaking test
The speaking test will assess students’ ability to produce a
monologue and maintain a conversation which has a certain
degree of spontaneity; both discourses are to be done on
familiar topics.
Portfolio of written
tasks
Through portfolio tasks students will demonstrate their
ability to reflect on their learning, write a short essay on a
stipulated topic and a letter giving / asking for advice.
Final exam
(Integrated skills)
This exam is aimed at assessing students’ knowledge of
the material covered during the course, their reading and
listening skills and also their ability to reflect
demonstrating thinking and writing skills.
Participation and
homework
The component will ensure that students take an active part
in classroom discussions, do homework regularly and, in
general, develop as autonomous learners.
Assessment criteria:
Students will be assessed on the following criteria:
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range of vocabulary used
range of grammar structures used
fluency and accuracy
coherence and cohesion
ability to extract information from a variety of sources
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Assessment Methods and Weightings:
Types of
assessment and
weighting
Semester
Description
Component 1
1
An oral task that will be
accomplished in pairs
Learning
Outcomes
Exam time /
Student time
1, 2 and 4
Three hours / 7
hours
Speaking test –
30%
Component 2
2
A collection of written
tasks produced over one
semester
1, 6
n/a / 10 hours
2
Reading, listening,
grammar and vocabulary
tasks plus a written task of
a reflective nature
1, 2, 3, 6
One hour and 30
min / 10 hours
1, 2
Students’ homework and
participation assessed
based on teachers’
observations
1, 2, 3, 4, 6
n/a / 40 hours
Portfolio of
written tasks –
30%
Component 3
Final exam – 30%
Participation and
homework
Sources:
Core textbooks:
Kerr, P. and Jones, C. (2006) Straightforward Upper Intermediate Intermediate, Macmillan Education.
Supplementary materials:
Waterman, J. (2006) Straightforward Intermediate Workbook, Macmillan Education.
Terry Phillips and Anna Phillips (2012) Progressive Skills: Listening and Speaking Level3, Garnet Education
McCarthy, M. and O'Dell, F. (2008) Academic Vocabulary in Use, CUP
Date of Initial Validation: 1 July 2011
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Full Module Title:
BASICS OF QUANTITATIVE SKILLS 2
Short Module Title: BaQS 2
Module Code: UZCPFS202
Credit Level: 2
Credit Value: 30
Length: 2 semesters
School and Department: Pre University (CPFS)
Module Leader(s): Ravshan Malikov
Extension: 478 Email:rmalikov@wiut.uz
Host course: CPFS
Status: Core
Subject Board: CPFS
Pre-requisites: pass in BaQS 1 at 40% or sufficient score in Pre University Entrance
Exam [e.g. 30% and above]
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: 25% Test 1, 25% Test 2, 25% Test 3, 25% Test 4. All tests are closedbook and last 70 minutes.
Study Abroad: N/A
Qualifying Mark(s) for Assessment(s): Overall module pass mark is 40% and
component pass mark is 30%.
Special features: N/A
Access restrictions: N/A
Summary of Module content:
This module introduces numerical concepts
Module Aims:
To foster in students the confidence to cope with the processing and analysing of quantitative
information.
To provide an appreciation of numerical concepts.
Learning outcomes:
On successful completion of this module the student will be able to:
1. manipulate and solve mathematical expressions, equations and inequalities;
2. thoroughly analyze elementary functions;
3. apply logarithmic and differential methods to solution of business and/or engineering
problems;
4. apply appropriate formulae to solution of geometrical problems, in particular, to calculate
sides, angles, areas and perimeters of plane figures;
5. be acquainted with logical reasoning techniques to analyze real-life problems and to
resolve them with the help of mathematical tools.
Indicative syllabus content:
1. Numbers.
Types of numbers. Operations with numbers. Order of operations. Exponents.
2. Algebra
Notations and rules. Equations and simultaneous equations. Inequalities and simultaneous
inequalities. Progressions. Elementary functions and their properties. Logarithms.
3. Differential calculus
Derivative of functions.
4. Geometry
Properties of plane figures.
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Teaching and Learning Methods:
The module will be delivered as a mixture of lectures and seminars [2 sessions per week] over a
period of 2 semesters with 13 weeks in each semester; each semester will include a maximum of 2
GIS weeks.
Assessment Rationale:
There are four assessments in Mathematics.
The first three require students to demonstrate an ability to solve algebraic problems.
The fourth requires students to demonstrate an ability to solve geometric as well as logic problems.
Assessment criteria:
The appropriateness of methods applied to and correctness of calculations of the problems.
Assessment Methods and Weightings:
25%
Learning
Outcomes
1
Exam
Time
70 minutes
In-class test
25%
1, 2
70 minutes
Test 3
In-class test
25%
3
70 minutes
Test 4
In-class test
25%
4, 5
70 minutes
Assessment
Description
Weighting
Test 1
In-class test
Test 2
Sources:
1. A. Djumanov, M. Khamroyev, Nick Lambroux. (2004) Mathematics, University Press
2. F. Ataev, N. Lambrou, A. Djumanov. (2009) Mathematics and Logic Workbook, “Fan va
texnologiya markazi” Tashkent, Uzbekistan
3. Handouts produced by teachers
4. WIUT examination questions
Date of Initial Validation: 1 July 2011
Dates of approved modifications:
Date of re-validation/review:
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APPENDIX 1. University Services for Students
The following links will help you to find out more information about the University and how it can
support you through your studies and also about what rights and responsibilities you have as a
student at the University of Westminster.
Careers Development Centre (CDC)
This service can help you plan your future by providing quality information, advice and guidance on
the options to consider when you leave the University. Information is also available on vacation
work, part-time work during your studies, courses and opportunities for voluntary service.
You may use the service at any stage but we would advise you to make contact early in your
course. Full details of all vacancies advertised by CDC are available on the website.
For further information please go to http://career.wiut.uz/Default.aspx?lang=En
Student Housing Services
Students studying at CPFS levels 1 and 2 are not eligible to apply for dormitory accommodation.
Student Health Services
The health and well-being of staff/students is great importance and the University aims to ensure a
healthy and safe working environment for all. A range of services are provided which are designed
to prevent or minimize the risk of illness or injury occurring. These include ensuring that good
quality advice and support is available so that the health of staff is not adversely affected by the
work they do, as well as providing rehabilitation opportunities for employees who do experience
illness or disability, enabling them to recover and return to work.
The service aims to promote and maintain the health and well being of staff and is concerned with
the effects of work on health. It provides:
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Regular health checks for anyone;
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General health checks and advice for anyone;
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Immediate treatment for some types of sickness or injury at work;
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Information on specialist agencies for personal and social problems;
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Advice and help for those returning to work following temporary or permanent disability,
surgery or long-term ill health.
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APPENDIX 2. GLOSSARY OF COMMONLY USED REGULATORY TERMS
(Undergraduate courses)
All students should make sure that they have and keep for reference a copy of the current edition of
the Handbook of Academic Regulations. The following glossary should be read in conjunction with
Section 17, the Modular Framework for Undergraduate Courses. The full text of all academic
regulations may be read on-line at the Academic Registrar’s homepage at:
www.wmin.ac.uk/academicregistrars
Pass
The overall pass mark for all undergraduate Level modules is 40%. Additionally, some modules may
also specify a minimum level of achievement in any or all of the assessed elements within the
module. This will be stated in the module syllabus and/or award specific regulations and students
should be notified of these requirements within two weeks of the start of the module. A module may
include both coursework and examination elements of assessment. The validated Course Handbook
and the detailed module guidance must specify the mode of assessment for each module and the
weighting of these elements.
Fail
If the overall module mark is less than 40% the module has been failed even if some elements of
assessment reached or exceeded the pass mark. (See the Modular Framework for Undergraduate
Courses in the Handbook of Academic Regulations for details on action in the case of failure.)
Condoned Credit (or Taken)
The term ‘Condoned Credit’ relates solely to undergraduate modules and it means to have
attempted a module, completed most or all of the assessment requirements and achieved an
overall module mark of at least 30%. Condoned Credit will not be awarded in CPFS Levels 1 and 2
modules.
A result of Condoned Credit means that although the student has failed the module overall they have
broadly achieved the learning outcomes for the module such that the academic credits can be
counted towards the total needed for an academic award within the course scheme in which they are
registered. These credits are defined formally as Condoned Credits, and the module can fulfil the
pre-requisite requirements of a module at the next level, except where course specific regulations
require the pre-requisite module to be passed.
Attempt
For the purpose of counting the number of credits attempted for an award, to have ‘attempted’ a
module means to have registered for a module and not submitted a change of module registration
indicating withdrawal from the module by the deadline or have not submitted written notice of
withdrawing from the course between the meeting of the Assessment Board considering the results
of that module. Critically, if a student decides to withdraw from a module or their course but does not
complete the necessary notification forms by the due date they will be deemed to have failed the
module i.e. to have used up one attempt and the associated modular credits. Therefore, particular
care should be taken to ensure that a Change of Module Registration form is completed before the
published deadline, and/or that written notification of withdrawal from the course is provided before
the Assessment Board meets to consider the results of the module for that semester.
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Reassessment /Referral
If a student fails to achieve an overall pass in a module and/or a satisfactory standard in any part of
the module, an Assessment Board may decide, at its discretion, to allow the student to be
reassessed (to resubmit coursework or resit exams for part or all of the module) provided that they
have achieved an overall module mark of at least 30%. The Subject Board will specify the date for
referred work in accordance with the approved University Calendar. A student will not normally be
reassessed in a part of the module assessment in which they have already achieved the pass
mark.
Any student who is offered reassessment but who does not take up the offer will retain the fail mark
originally recorded for the module. The overall mark for any module successfully completed following
reassessment/referral (resit) will be capped at the pass mark (40% for undergraduate, CIFS 3 and
CPFS 1 and 2 modules) irrespective of the actual mark the student achieves.
Re-attempt (retake)
Where a student has failed a module, the Assessment Board may permit the student to re-attempt
the module. Re-attempting a module means to study the module again with attendance. The student
must re-register for the module and complete all assessments (e.g. all coursework, practicals, inclass tests, critical reviews of studio work, examinations or other form of assessment requirements).
This applies regardless of the marks the student achieved in any element of assessment at the first
attempt.
The actual marks awarded in a second attempt will be capped at the pass mark (40%) irrespective of
the marks achieved.
Modules may be attempted only twice (i.e. a first attempt and a subsequent re-attempt). At the
discretion of an Assessment Board, a student may be offered the opportunity of reassessment once
only on each occasion that they attempt the module provided that they have achieved a Taken result
with an overall module mark of at least 30% initially.
A first attempt of any module will count as an attempt, and a reattempt will count as a further
separate attempt. However reassessment (referral or resit) following failure at the first attempt does
not count as a further separate attempt.
For example, if a student is reassessed in a 15 credit module following failure at the first attempt,
then the first attempt and the reassessment will count as 15 credits attempted (in total). If a student
then re-attempts a 15 credit module following failure in that module at the first attempt, the first
attempt and the re-attempt shall together count as 30 credits attempted (irrespective of any
reassessments).
Referral
This term is used on student transcripts and profiles to indicate that an Assessment Board has
agreed to offer the student the opportunity of reassessment (re-sit) in a module (see “reassessment”
above). Students are reminded that when they are reassessed in a module or any part of a module
the overall mark will be capped at the pass mark (40%) regardless of the actual mark they achieve.
Deferral
This term is used on student transcripts and profiles to indicate that a student has been granted
permission for a late assessment (or in some cases a further assessment) by a given date (this will
usually be as a result of a successful outcome of a student's Mitigating Circumstances submission).
In the case of a deferred assessment, the student will be awarded the actual mark achieved (i.e.
there is no penalty and the mark is not capped). Deferral coursework and examination opportunities
are offered during July/August 2013. For further details please contact the Registrar’s Office.
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Differences between Reassessment and Reattempt
A student being reassessed in a referred module would not normally need to repeat components
of the assessment for the module that had already been passed. A student re-attempting a
module must complete the full assessment requirements irrespective of marks achieved at the first
attempt in individual components of the assessment.
A student being reassessed in a referred module would only be required to undertake assessment
and would not have to pay the module fee again. A student re-attempting a module would have to
repeat the module with attendance and would have to pay the full module fee again.
A reassessment does not count as a further separate attempt for the regulations governing the
maximum number of credits that can be attempted for an Honours degree (330 credits at Credit
Levels 5 and 6, Modular Framework for Undergraduate Courses). A re-attempt does count as a
further attempt for these purposes.
A module being reassessed in the following academic year will not count towards the number of
credits being attempted in any one session in terms of the overall number of credits for which a fulltime or part-time student may register in any academic session (i.e. 135 credits for full-time and 90
credits for part-time students at undergraduate level). A module being re-attempted (with
attendance) in the following session will be counted in this way.
Pre-requisite
Students may have to take or pass a certain module before they can study another. In this case the
first module is defined as “pre-requisite” for the second module. Unless the course specific
regulations require a pass in the pre-requisite module, a condoned result will suffice.
Co-requisite
Modules may be linked in such a way that a student is required to attempt one module at the same
time as another, in which case the two modules are defined as “co-requisites” for each other.
Dis-requisites (or restricted)
Registration for a module may not be permitted if a student has previously studied a module with a
similar syllabus which has been designated as a dis-requisite, or which has approved access
restrictions.
Student Module Profile
Students are issued with a module profile at the end of each academic session. This shows the
module(s) for which they are registered, module results for modules which they have attempted
and re-assessment opportunities, where applicable; as well as results for previous academic
sessions. This is also available on SRS. Notes to accompany this are available from the
Registrar’s Office.
External Transcript
An external transcript is issued upon completion of a course. It is the University’s formal record of
achievement of modules passed or condoned, % marks and total number of credits awarded to a
student. It also confirms the level, title and classification of the final award. Students can request
an external transcript either to give to an employer, or an admissions tutor for a programme of
further study, or for the purposes of credit transfer.
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