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JISC Final Report
Project Information
Project Hashtag
#x-cerp
Project Title (and
acronym)
JISC – XCRI mini-projects – X-CERP
Start Date
6th April 2010
Lead Institution
UWIC – University of Wales Institute Cardiff
Project Director
Colleen Connor – Dean of Learning and Teaching
Project Manager &
contact details
Mark Pelling – Project Manager LTDU – Learning and Teaching
Development Unit mpelling@uwic.ac.uk 02920 205743
Andrew Haldane – Project Manager TEL-WFD
ahaldane@uwic.ac.uk 02920 205744
Partner Institutions
Middlesex University – Nottingham University - OUCS
Project Web URL
http://uwicjiscwfd.wordpress.com/x-cerp/
Programme Name
X-CERP
Programme Manager
Richard Staniforth – Project Officer JISC TEL-WFD
31st August 2010
End Date
Document Information
Author(s) & project
role
Richard Staniforth – Programme Manager and Andrew Haldane –
Project Manager
Date
Filename
URL
Access
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Document History
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August 2010
Comments
Final Report Concise for XCRI Mini Project
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Table of Contents
Concise Report for XCRI Mini Project
JISC – XCRI MINI-PROJECTS – X-CERP ........................................................................... 1
A. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS .............................................................................................. 3
B. REPORT ........................................................................................................................ 3
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PROJECT OVERVIEW ..................................................................................................... 3
PROJECT OUTPUTS ....................................................................................................... 4
IMPACT AND BENEFITS TO THE COMMUNITY .................................................................... 8
MAIN LESSONS LEARNT ................................................................................................. 8
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IMPLICATIONS FOR THE FUTURE .......................................................................... 9
REFERENCES ................................................................................................................... 10
APPENDIXES ..................................................................................................................... 10
Programme Specification Template
Module Descriptior Template
CPD Template
XCRI-CAP Prince 2 Foundation and Practice
XCRI-CAP output CPD 16 Courses
Draig Alpha Web Form 1-4 UWIC Web Team not implemented
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A. Acknowledgements
X-CERP (using XCRI for Employer Responsive Provision) is a UWIC mini-pilot funded by
JISC as part of the JISC XCRI/XCRI-CAP project.
The project team would like to offer their grateful thanks for the time and support offered by
the broad community of those engaged in the JISC XCRI project across the UK.
University of Wales Institute Cardiff - UWIC
Dr Tom Crick – Cardiff School of Management - UWIC
Ting Ting Zeng – Blended Learning Officer – UWIC LTDU – UWIC
Abdulkarim K. Abdo – ISD UWIC
Jon Owen – Academic Registrar UWIC
Chris George – QA Officer – UWIC
Lil King – Student Data Transfer System Project - UWIC
Paul Janes – Student Data Transfer System Project - UWIC
Stephen Taplin – Web Liaison Officer UWIC
Peter Treadwell – CPPD Centre - School of Lifelong Learning - UWIC
Collaboration
Yongjun Zheng – MUSKET - Middlesex University
Stuart Wood & Kirstie Coolin – Nottingham University Centre for International e-Portfolio
Development
Sebastian Rahtz and Keith Lewis – Oxford University Computing Services
Alan Paull – APS Limited
B. Report
1. Project Overview
UWIC’s mini pilot X-CERP was introduced to UWIC stakeholders in a series of meetings
which elicited direct interest from four key areas:
Information Services Division ISD, Academic Registry and QA, Marketing web team,
Student information transfer project working with UNIT4 (Agresso)
To remain current X-CERP has focussed on the recently validated (Academic Handbook
compliant) new programme specifications and module descriptors:
Information Systems and International Studies Re-Validation (March 2010)
Centre for Personal & Professional Development CPD Courses (2010)
As all UWIC course documentation is text based X-CERP sought collaboration from XCRI
experienced institutions in the area of text data manipulation and transforming doc/txt to xml.
Yongjun Zheng and Geetha Abeysinghe from Middlesex University’s MUSKET
project are developing a Transform Tool, ‘Doc2xml’ and agreed to collaborate on text data
extraction from UWIC’s complex tabulated specifications and descriptors.
Stuart Wood and Kirstie Coolin from Nottingham University offered a successful
collaboration formatting data from UWIC’s web based short CPD courses. This offered an
alternative approach to XCRI-CAP taking CPD short course module descriptors, with
consistent text based templates and establishing a web entry form.
X-CERP has therefore taken a pragmatic approach to two differing forms of course offering.
Outputs demonstrate the potential to enable HEis in Wales, currently limited to text based
course offerings, to deliver XCRI-CAP consistent employer-student contextualised course
offerings. UWIC’s prototype extensible new and/or revised course entry web form
completed by academics and/or marketing will deliver long term potential for user generated
course selection promised by the developing XCRI specifications.
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2. Project Outputs
D1
The Current UWIC Programme and Module specification system allows for academic staff to
devise programmes or modules matching UWIC requirements for validation. The UWIC
handbook (2009) sets out formalised requirements for the validation of documents which is in
the form of a word document and in certain sections verbose.
The programme specification and module descriptor templates (see Appendix 1 and 2)
contain consistent elements with the potential for extraction utilising the MUSKET transform
tool from standard table formats (if completed consistently). These tools have been
developed with the assistance of Yongjun Zheng (Middlesex).
Module_Transform_Tool uwic_prorame_transformTool and UWIC tool.
The template for the CPD offerings is in the form of an rtf file (see Appendix 3) which has
been the subject of the collaboration with Stuart Wood from Nottingham University
http://xcerp.org.uk
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XCRI Programme Description of approved Degree uploaded to project demonstrator website.
Information Systems and International Studies Re-Validation programme (19th March 2010) as
transformed using the UWIC transform tool created by Yongjun Zheng and approved by Alan
Paull.
Centre for Personal & Professional Development CPD Courses (2010) as transformed using
the Stuart Wood web transform tool http://xcerp.org.uk
D3
At least one example description, uploaded to project demonstrator website, of how the award
might be applied to the context of a specific sector.
CPPD offering/s from Centre for Personal &Professional development transformed through the
creation and use of a web form from Stuart Wood, Nottingham University.
D4
At least one example description, uploaded to project demonstrator website, of how the award
might be applied to the context of a specific employer.
Application of CPPD for up-skilling and accreditation of staff as follows:
XCERP - XCRI for CPPD Web based Short Course Offerings
Collaboration with Nottingham University
Stuart Wood – Kirstie Coolin
This collaboration links directly to the UWIC CPPD Centre CPD Course offerings accessible
from the UWIC website. The courses are currently entered on a web page in text format using
16 basic headings as a template. Some of these headings do not contain data but most do.
Some entry areas are recursive and some unique and/or verbose.
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With the assistance of the UWIC web team we identified the sixteen common headings within
the course offerings which are used as a template for data entry:
Course Title:
Course Length:
Entry Requirements:
Course Content:
Course Objectives:
Academic Credit:
Accredited by:
Course aimed at:
Programme Leader:
Other Courses of Interest:
Additional Information:
Cost:
Dates:
Enrolment Information:
These headings offered the basis for setting up a web form which could take either direct entry
or have data cut and pasted from the original offerings.
Stuart Wood at Nottingham undertook the creation of a web form which we were able to set up
in a .net environment on an externally hosted website. Outputs from the web form are
available on http://www.xcerp.org.uk/
Access to the underpinning data entry programme is at:
web site: http://www.123-reg.co.uk/ user: mpelling password: Friday1!
Domain: xcerp.org.uk
Go to Web Hosting (an entry down the page) and click on Manage web hosting
Under Your Tools click Manage database – select xcerporguk_507198_db1
Click [ ] Login –
ATLAS-SQL-07 - xcerporguk_507198_db1 Username: uxcerpo_507198_1
Password: pudding50 to see Database properties click on Tables in left menu bar
3 tables are available tbl_campus - tbl_course - tbl_subject
Select a table to view – a table columns listing for the table will be shown
Scroll to the bottom of the table and click on the View/edit data button to view data
The view data page contains all the columns peopled with information
https://sqladmin.123reg.co.uk/dataEntry.aspx?database=xcerporguk_507198_db1&table=tbl_course&schema=dbo
Scroll down to the bottom of the page to see the Web Form Entry area
Enter new course details (1-16) the form as required and the XCRI feed will update
D5
The proposed XCRI Programme Description, pre-approval, of prospective Applied Professional
Practice programme was not formatted according to the UWIC Academic Handbook and was
therefore not applicable for XCRI transformation. The CPPD Centre course offering was
however applicable and is set out across 16 course offerings according to the web entry form.
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D6
Working with Marketing where possible to demonstrate instance of generic marketing website
content extracted from D5 above.
See attached as Appendix 5 prototype web form as commissioned from Draig Technology by
the UWIC web support team for course design and marketing purposes. When detailed
according to the Academic Handbook this will work as an accessible entry point for academics
and course tutors.
D7
A project web presence to enable internal and external stakeholders to follow the
implementation of the project as it progresses. http://uwicjiscwfd.wordpress.com/x-cerp/
D8
Prototype aggregator solution based on XCRI to demonstrate XCRI file use by third parties.
On going Collaboration with Yongjun Zheng, Middlesex University (Musket) to deliver a user
friendly visualised output of the XCRI-CAP deliverable. To date MUSKET have delivered a
bespoke UWIC programme which despite some initial validation issues has been approved by
Alan Paull to deliver XCRI-CAP compliant output through the transformation of the complex
UWIC text based Module descriptors.
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Recommendations for internal consideration are attached.
UWIC’s institutional readiness when assessed using the XIM tool currently reflects significant
problems. However many of these may be resolved through engagement by stakeholders in
the XCRI standard at programme inception. CPD with limited course content may be handled
more efficiently and with real flexibility.
Full Programme specifications may be transformed as XCRI compliant as part of the
impending change in management systems arising from the migration to UNIT4’s Agresso and
ACMS. JISC work with Unit 4 relating to the ACMS system is at a developing stage with
involvement from Alan Paull and MMU, Roehampton, Nottingham and Lincoln Universities.
We would recommend further engagement with these projects both to facilitate and accelerate
the take-up of the XCRI Standard .
MMU Case Study I. JISC XCRI stream with input from UNIT4 Agresso and Alan Paull of APS:
MMU is engaged with the future take up of ACMS while concurrently revalidating courses for
all three years under their existing systems. To implement the University is currently
developing an Academic Database. The issue is how this can be linked operationally with their
existing QLS (Agresso) system for managing student enrolments.
Meetings have taken place with Unit4 to discuss this and to identify any gaps between the
stakeholder requirements and the ACMS with QLS offering. ACMS and QLS are on different
platforms. Unit4 to link the two together via an XML-based data exchange – which may involve
the XCRI information model.
MMU Case Study 2. Professor Mark Stubbs, MMU Head of Learning and Research
Technologies has developed a web form interface for rapid entry of Course specification
information by academics and stakeholders in order to facilitate revalidation in tight time
frames. The intention is to engage with UNIT4 to enable the transformation of the revalidated
data from the forms for ACMS integration.
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X-CERP has not had time to engage with JISC funded project partnered by UNIT4, looking at
the same type of interoperability problem. It’s led by Roehampton University with Nottingham
and Lincoln http://www.jisc.ac.uk/whatwedo/programmes/flexibleservicedelivery/ewes.aspx.
Exploiting Web Services is part of the Flexible Service Delivery Programme.
UWIC could have a valuable input bringing together these projects..
D10
There are significant potential implications and benefits of use of the standard to support
collaborative marketing of employer-responsive provision as indicated above across the UK
and in Wales.
XCRI Overview
 XCRI is a JISC-funded, UK - oriented, non sector specific project to establish a
specification to support the eXchange of Course-Related Information.
 The XCRI specification is being road tested across English institutions and Europe as
the ISB standard for FE and HE and training skills councils.
 The XCRI-CAP format is the standard enabling learning providers across the UK,
including Wales, to publish course information so that it can be collected easily by
organisations with course search services such as UCAS.
UWIC Overview
 As the only Welsh HE institution to have won an XCRI JISC development project UWIC
is uniquely placed to engage with and influence the development of XCRI in Wales.
 By integrating XCRI data entry and processing requirements into the Agresso student
information transfer process significant efficiency gains and business process
improvements can be expected .
 Significant reduction in on-going data entry costs can be expected by aggregating
XCRI-CAP across UWIC schools with a standardised updatable database of offerings.
 Improved identification of duplicated and redundant course modules
 UWIC admissions, registry, QA, marketing and ISD will be able to access the XCRI
generated portfolio in one place reducing duplication, allowing standardisation and
quality assurance.
 An integrated portfolio of course and module offerings across schools will improve the
marketing opportunity to external audiences – at the UCAS level, MA and in the
developing CPD market. It is this area on which the mini-pilot is planned to focus.
 Byte sized module accreditation may be possible as an employer offering
 An opportunity to lead collaboration between Welsh universities and FE colleges
delivering blended/WB/distance learning courses Foundation to MA.
Specific benefits may arise from the implementation of XCRI in the area of employer
engagement. The RSC meeting ''Learning in a Digital Wales'' hosted by JISC RSC Wales
involved discussion of over 400 CPD offerings from Cardiff Centre for Lifelong Learning
http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/learn/ which led to contextualisation of the XCRI with Cardiff CPD
representatives. With others this reflected the potential for the aggregation of CPD offerings in
the future. Cardiff University, University of Glamorgan, Swansea Met, University of Wales
Newport and Aberystwyth and other post 16 institutions are offering a wide range of CPD
courses to fulfil the Welsh Assembly Governments policy to raise the percentage of the Welsh
workforce with level 4 qualifications from 27% 2009 to 40% 2015. Future engagement on a
pan Wales basis also involving the WAG may have the potential for take up of the XCRI
standard.
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3.
Impact and Benefits to the Community
XCRI (eXchange of Course Related Information) has been adopted as a UK and European
standard arising from a JISC-funded, UK-oriented, non sector specific project seeking to
establish a standard specification to support the eXchange of Course-Related Information.
The successful implementation of XCRI and XCRI-CAP across HE, FE and Skills agencies
and Third Sector in Wales will have significant benefits for the co-ordination of future
offerings across the education landscape. Engagement is anticipated right across the Welsh
post 16 education landscape.
Tangible benefits will arise from institutions’ engagement with a standard course
specification protocol both internally and externally through the sharing of accredited
programme/course and module/unit information both in content for advertising purposes and
necessary administrative detail which can be tracked year on year.
It is anticipated that the greatest impact may be felt in the area of Work Based Learning
(WBL), Accredited Professional Experiential Learning (APEL), Continuing Personal
Professional Development (CPPD) and part time or distance Masters level courses.
4.
Main Lessons Learnt
The X-CERP project team examined the current level of data consistency and delivery
across a range of Programme specifications and Module descriptors currently used to
present UWIC’s UCAS, MA and CPD offerings with a view to testing XCRI implementation.
While data entry showed consistent levels of revision and maintenance, historical reliance on
free text entry from academic staff reflected challenging vocabulary, semantic, ontological
and data inconsistencies. Programme specifications prior to November 2009 including those
for Applied Professional Practice are not consistent with the current programme specification
set out in the UWIC Academic Handbook.
A prototype web form has been commissioned from external contractor Draig which reflects
UWIC’s intention to standardise future course and curriculum information but requires
updating to adhere to the current Academic Handbook specification.
In order to overcome the problem that all UWIC programme specifications and module
descriptors across UWIC’s course offering are currently text based entry the project team
has engaged with Yongjun Zheng of Middlesex University’s Musket project who is
developing a text2xml transform programme which can in turn deliver an XCRI-CAP output
utilising the XCRI Schema. Despite validation issues this has received approval from Alan
Paull and may indicate a possible route for further development.
The challenge for Welsh institutions engaging with XCRI relates to the wide variety of non
standard course information data storage. As a significant proportion of this course data is
entered and stored in text format and in a non standard format it is problematic to conform to
meet the specification set out in the XCRI xml schema.
The components necessary for course or programme specification validation appear to be
broadly common to institutions. However there is no standard data entry protocol across
institutions either in form or terminology (vocabulary) at the present time. This is an area
currently being investigated by JISC.
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In conclusion it is our view however that a web based form allowing direct data entry by
academics similar to that being developed by MMU may provide a more direct route to
delivering the benefits that XCRI offers. This form would be detailed and XCRI compliant
while sufficiently detailed and extensible to meet the demands for flexibility by academic staff
presenting their course offerings for validation.
5. Implications for the future
There may be a significant window opportunity to further develop the XCRI project within
Wales at the present time.
 Politically the Wales Assembly Government has made it clear through the recent
strategy document ‘For Our Futures’ that there is an imperative to improve the
level of educational qualifications within the Welsh workforce from the current
27% holding a level 4 to 40% by 2015. This will necessitate improving the
qualifications of the existing workforce over and above graduate entrants.
 Owing to financial pressure on education and skills providers in Wales there is
WAG pressure for higher levels of collaboration between institutions and skills
organisations. There is already a high level of collaboration between HEIs and
strengthening links to FE right across Wales into which the XCRI project may fit.
 There has been a substantial increase in the numbers of accredited CPD courses
offered by the educational sector which would benefit from a high level
coordination through the operation of the XCI Standard.
 The numbers of institutions and organisations at HE FE and Skills levels are
relatively limited in Wales which would indicate a stronger likelihood of success in
the implementation of the XCRI standard than might be found across England.
 Engagement within Wales between institutions and organisations in Wales and
an informed WAG would appear to be the future way forward.
In order to have a reasonable chance of success XCRI needs to be packaged and presented
using a far more user friendly, non technical but still powerful, methodology in order to
influence policy/decision makers.
 The principles of the XCRI project would benefit from a series of public institutional
and government meetings to disseminate the benefits of implementation.
 Agreement in principle should be reached around the administrative user and learner
requirements for data information across course, statistical and financial information
 A standard extensible data form should be developed, prototyped and promoted as a
tool to streamline the entry, dissemination and reporting of information (rather than
attempting to develop a program which will accommodate the almost impossibly wide
range of programme/course/module/unit data entry systems each with their own
ontology currently utilised by individual institutions). Mark Stubbs’ work at MMU may
prove valuable to accelerate this process.
 Create a prototype ‘user friendly’ non technical front end entry form interface.
 Demonstrate an approved learner ‘user friendly’ back end delivery interface to be
public facing to demonstrate the outcomes from XCRI implementation.
 Clarify the requirements for administrative reporting in order to integrate systems.
 Engage with administrative stakeholders across Registry, QA, Marketing, ISD, Skills
and third sector and with WAG and HEFCW.
 Further engagement with UNIT4 Agresso ACMS at this level to achieve conformity
would be have considerable value in addition to the work being carried out by the
JISC group.
Rapid prototyping utilising CPD courses and dissemination of results through a thoroughly
evaluated test would demonstrate the benefits to learners of XCRI implementation across all
sectors.
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It is intended that the UWIC JISC Funded Building Capacity project with UWIC will carry the
XCRI project forward at least to the end 2010. However further funding for a significant
further project to develop the XCRI potential within Wales as a test bed for the project overall
will be needed in order to establish the real opportunity to embed this approach across
institutions, organisations, government and the third sector.
References
We are grateful for the material support and advice offered by the following:
The JISC XCRI Mini-Project participants who have been generous with the eXchange of Project
Related Information (XPRI!).
Kirstie Coolin & Stuart Wood of Nottingham University Centre for International E-Portfolio
Development
Yongju Zheng of Middlesex University MUSKET
Keith Lewis of Oxford University Computer Services
Alan Paull of APS
For further information and future developments please see the project website:
https://uwicjiscxcerp.wordpress.com/
Appendixes
Appendix 1: JISC X-CERP Mini Project Report –
Internal Report
Appendix 2: Programme Specification Template
UWIC Academic Handbook 2009
Appendix 3: Module Descriptor Template
UWIC Academic Handbook 2009
Appendix 4: CPD Template
UWIC Centre for Personal &
Professional Development
Appendix 5: Live Example using CPD Template
UWIC CPPD web offering
Appendix 6: Draig/UWIC Web form screenshots x 4
Draig Technology Limited
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Vocabularies
Terms and vocabularies are the subject of some detailed research between Alan Paull and
Nottingham University and others
http://www.hesa.ac.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=158&Itemid=233
http://www.xcri.org/wiki/index.php/XCRI_Terms_1.1
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JISC X-CERP Mini Project Report – Internal Report
1. Summary:
1.1 XCRI is an on-going JISC initiative expected to be of significant importance across the
UK and Europe. With effective implementation it could provide an opportunity to improve
data management across a wide range of HE and FE programmes including employer
responsive provision.
1.2 The investigation of the potential of XCRI arose when the current LTDU JISC project on
the use of technology to support workforce development provision identified a need for tools
to support the contextualisation and customisation of learning. However, the resultant JISCsupported exploratory mini-project has also shed light on the wider implications set out in
this report. In particular X-CERP has offered the LTDU team an insight into the opportunities
for the rationalisation and aggregation of data relating to course offerings at the Programme
or Module level.
1.3 UWIC’s JISC project X-CERP has now ended. However, through the further JISC
Building Capacity project it is intended to continue exploring the opportunities for further
engagement with XCRI to explore further its potential use within UWIC and its potential in a
pan-Wales context. It is however anticipated that further funding would be required at some
future point if XCRI’s potential were to be fully exploited at UWIC.
2. XCRI Overview
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XCRI is a JISC-supported, UK - oriented, non sector specific initiative to establish a
specification to support the eXchange of Course-Related Information.
The XCRI specification is also being evaluated across other institutions and in
European standards context as an ISB standard for post 16 FE and HE and for use
by other stakeholders such as sector skills councils. There is potential for significant
take up of the specification across the whole spectrum of post 16 learning and
teaching services.
The XCRI-CAP format has been accepted as a standard for enabling learning
providers, to exchange and publish course information so that in future it could be
collected and aggregated easily by organisations with course search services such
as UCAS.
As a UK standard likely to be adopted in Europe it is suggested UWIC should consider the
opportunity to engage further with XCRI. In addition to institutional benefits there could be an
opportunity for UWIC to lead in Wales on the implementation of a significant new systems
technology standard.
3. UWIC Benefits Overview
The potential benefits that might accrue to UWIC from adoption of the XCRI standard are
summarised below:
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As the only Welsh HE institution to have won an XCRI JISC development project UWIC
is uniquely placed to engage with and influence the development of XCRI in Wales
through collaboration with other institutions, and/or WAG/ HEFCW.
As part of that engagement, by integrating XCRI data entry and processing requirements
into ACMS and the Agresso student information transfer process, significant efficiency
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gains and business process improvements could be expected. Other HEis are seeking to
influence Unit 4 to ensure XCRI compliance (see below)
XCRI adoption could be simplified by using an improved webform data entry system
which if adopted would offer ease of entry, match the XCRI schema specification and
simplify data re-use across a variety of outputs saving data re-entry.
While there could be some front end costs significant reduction in on-going data entry
costs could be expected by aggregating XCRI-CAP across UWIC schools providing
standardised, flexible, and updatable database of offerings.
Use of the XCRI schema helps to highlight the need for the use of consistent vocabulary
and semantics which in turn can help the identification of duplicated or redundant
modules
UWIC admissions, registry, QA, marketing and ISD would be able to access the XCRI
generated portfolio in one place. The re-use duplication, thus facilitating standardisation
and quality assurance.
An XCRI integrated portfolio of course and module offerings across schools may help to
consolidate the marketing opportunity to external audiences – at the UCAS level, MA
and in the developing CPD market.
Through such a portfolio presentation of accredited byte sized modules it may be
possible without significant data re-entry to offer a more searchable employer offering.
An anticipated development of the system would allow learners to track their option
selections and create a detailed portfolio of courses they have undertaken. It is planned
to enable the use of this information for learner course completion verification.
XCRI could benefit collaborative provision by improving the consistency of information
emanating from a number of providers and by simplifying significantly the development
and maintenance of any shared web presence. This presentational discipline could be
particularly helpful when communicating an employer- responsive offer that might
encompass a wide range of blended/WBL /distance/ CPD shorts/ APEL options across a
range of HFE levels. The potential relevance of XCRI to the WAG/HEFCW collaboration
agenda may provide future opportunities to fund further development (see 4.8 below)
4. Recommendations
4.1. Further discussions between internal stakeholders to assess the potential benefits to
users of UWIC data systems of engaging further with XCRI may be useful. Such a forum
might consider inviting an external guest input in order to explore others’ experiences and
investigate opportunities for collaboration with English XCRI practitioners such as
Manchester Metropolitan University, Nottingham University(Centre for International Portfolio
Development) or APS (JISC Consultants).
4.2 In addition to LTDU engagement with XCRI, Dr Tom Crick of CSM provided technical
support to the mini-project and so UWIC has some internal expertise. However, seeking
external collaboration could inform and accelerate take-up, reducing on-costs, for example,
web entry systems have been developed at MMU for full course specifications and at York
for CPD offerings. One option would be to explore whether these existing project outputs,
skinned as white forms, could be adapted and badged for UWIC use. The new cross
platform test server in CSM could be utilised for the evaluation of such tools without any
interference with current systems.
4.3 A prototyping exercise could explore the standardisation of UWIC’s course data entry
systems built around the current Academic Handbook specification utilising web entry forms
which are consistent with the XCRI Schema. These should be designed to be sufficiently
flexible and extensible to accommodate academic’s entry requirements while standard in
format and layout. For UWIC’s CPPD portfolio offering it may be appropriate to use the web
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team’s short form template as the basis for a form, similar to the Draig Alpha web form
(Available on request from appendix 6 of report to JISC).
4.4 An exercise on the consistency of data entry across Registry, QA and Marketing (with
close involvement of ISD) appears to be a precursor to the adoption of XCRI elsewhere for
example at MMU, at Nottingham (and their East Midlands LLN project) and through JISC
consultant APS’ work with York. LTDU remains in contact with these projects.
4.5 Two specific tools (txt2xml and txt2xcri) for the conversion of text to xml and XCRI
respectively are under development at Middlesex and via Oxford University Computer
Services to facilitate the implementation of XCRI in these two universities. The potential
value of these tools to UWIC has been explored but despite the XCRI schema’s extensible
possibilities complexities regarding lack of consistency in naming conventions and
vocabularies appear to offer variable XCRI validation outputs from the tests undertaken
using our existing Programme specification and Module descriptor templates.
4.6 One solution would be for UWIC, when undertaking programme and module validation
and revalidation, to consider a move from a text based entry system to a webform entry
system thereby delivering an sql database readily enabling XCRI implementation and
validation and delivering XCRI-CAP outputs. Consistency of data input matched to output
would benefit multiple stakeholders internally as well as delivering an instantly updateable
output accessible to learner/employer/ other end user in relation to the marketing and take
up of course offerings.
4.7 Should the above approach be adopted a desirable objective for the use of the XCRI
standard and practice practically and effectively both in UWIC and potentially across Wales
would be to agree a standard entry form protocol with other institutions and stakeholders.
This would simplify the process of establishing a common web-presence for any joint or
collaborative market offer involving multiple institutions without seeking to impose such a
protocol on other institutions for their mainstream programme documentation.
Such an initiative may prove of considerable interest to HEFCW/WAG in relation to the
collaboration agenda and in achieving consistency of presentation to learners and
employers.
4.8 An example of a webform data entry process being adopted at the institutional level is to
be found at MMU. Their new webform programme data entry system is currently being
implemented for the re-validation of the first year of all programmes (this is the first step in
the concurrent re-validation of all programmes). This initiative is of further interest as MMU
are also pursuing with UNIT4 the embedding of XCRI compliance in ACMS. UNIT4’s initial
response has been that MMU’s current course data entry form should be readily
transferrable into ACMS. A parallel JISC project (EWES; Exploiting Web Services)lead by
Roehampton University, with Lincoln, Christ Church Canterbury, Nottingham and UNIT4 as
partners may also generate outcomes valuable to UWIC. In both cases the aim is for XCRI
and XCRI-Cap to be integrated into the UNIT4 offering. At a recent XCRI showcase event it
was suggested that all universities working with UNIT 4 maintain contact amongst
themselves, so that common as well as institutional interests can be pursued with UNIT4.
4.9 Although there are potential operational efficiency benefits that should accrue from XCRI
implementation some initial investment would be required. This could be minimal if the
standard were effectively embedded in ACMS. Also, UWIC could be seen as an institutional
leader in a Welsh context with the implementation of XCRI. Although external funding may
be less accessible than in the past, a pan-Wales implementation of the XCRI specification,
especially in the context of the marketing of collaborative provision, could be an attractive
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proposition to funding bodies and this may offer an opportunity to support UWIC
implementation financially
5.0 A way forward may be initially to adopt a two speed strategy involving consideration of
XCRI at two levels of complexity:
CPPD portfolio offerings; designed to meet Welsh Assembly Government aspirations
as set out in the ‘For our Future’ strategy may offer a valuable case study using UWIC’s own
portfolio of CPPD offerings. This could serve as an exemplar that could be rolled out to other
post 16 learning providers and stakeholders across Wales.
Full Programme implementation designed to meet internal stakeholder requirements
considered as part of the student data transfer project with UNIT4 and also those of UCAS,
WAG and HEFCW offering the potential for white form rollout to HE and FE stakeholders in
Wales.
Further Funding
There would be some time and funding implications attached to the above recommendations
with initial set up costs to be incurred which would need to be budgeted should stakeholders
agree to proceed beyond the initial pilot phase.
Integration of XCRI and XCRI-CAP within the UNIT4 ACMS implementation as standard
would significantly reduce potentially significant programming costs. The adaptation and reuse of prototype webform entry systems developed under the aegis of the JISC project
would also accelerate delivery of a case study and further contain costs.
On the other side there are likely to be considerable and recurring savings to be made in the
long term in terms of programme administrative costs in data entry and re-entry, marketing
and reporting.
CPD and Programme offerings would be more readily updateable on a flexible ongoing basis
potentially enabling UWIC to be lighter on its feet and more responsive to demands made
upon its offering.
.
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Appendix 1 Programme Specification Template – UWIC Academic Handbook 2009
Awarding institution / body
Teaching institution
Programme accredited by
Final award (including any named exit awards)
Programme
UCAS code (or other coding system if relevant)
Relevant QAA subject benchmarking group(s)
Date of production / revision
Educational aims of the programme
Programme outcomes
Knowledge and understanding
Skills and other attributes
Teaching / learning methods and assessment
Programme structures and features, curriculum units (modules), credit and award requirements
Support for students and their learning
Indicators of quality and standards
Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and
the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if
he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. More detailed information on the
learning outcomes, content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each module can be found
in the study module guide and course handbook. The accuracy of the information contained in this
document is reviewed by the University and may be checked by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher
Education.
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Appendix 2 : Module Descriptor Template
Module
Number
Module Title
Level (3 – 7)
UWIC Academic Handbook 2009
Credits
JACS Subject Code(s)
and % of each subject
Module Value
ASC Category(ies)
% Taught in Welsh
Module Type
ECTS Credit
Teaching Period
Pre-requisites
Module Leader
School(s)
Campus
Assessment Methods
Assessment Type
Duration/Length of
Assessment Type
Weighting of
Assessment
Aim(s)
Learning Outcomes
Learning and Teaching Delivery Methods
Indicative Content
Recommended Reading & Required Reading
Access to Specialist Requirements
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Appendix 3: CPD Template – UWIC Web Team
This is a template offered to course tutors by the Centre for Personal & Professional Development as
a text form. The template information is uploaded to the CPD website and used for preparing the
paper course brochure which can also be viewed/downloaded on the web as a pdf document:
http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/English/BusinessServices/cppd/Documents/CPD%20Brochure%202010.pdf
http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/english/businessservices/cppd/pages/cpdcourses.aspx
Course Title:
Course Length:
Entry Requirements:
Course Content:
Course Objectives:
Academic Credit:
Accredited by:
Course aimed at:
Programme Leader:
Other Courses of Interest:
Additional Information:
Cost:
Dates:
Enrolment Information:
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Appendix 4: (a) Live Example CPD course from CPPD offering:
http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/English/BusinessServices/cppd/Pages/Prince2FoundationandPractioner2009.
aspx with transform from CPD Template using Invoke from www.xcerp.co.uk
Prince 2 Foundation and Practitioner
Course Length: 5 Days
Entry Requirements: No formal qualifications are required
Course Content:
This internationally respected course is based on the new Managing Successful Projects
with PRINCE2. This new version of PRINCE2 is less prescriptive and more flexible than
its predecessor, better reflecting today’s rapidly changing business environment. The
updated course will help those running projects of any size in any environment to
effectively deliver what is required appropriately managing the costs, timescales, quality,
scope, risks and benefits. The course will provide delegates with a complete and practical
understanding of the PRINCE2 management method. Delegates will take the PRINCE2
Foundation and Practitioner examinations at the end of the course
Course aimed at: It is aimed at anybody in a Project Management role seeking to
demonstrate competence through a recognised formal qualification, or Managers who
want to develop a controlled approach to managing projects.
Additional Information: PRINCE2 certification is an invaluable asset to anyone's career
as it increases employment prospects and helps individuals do their jobs more
effectively, becoming an advantage to their employers.
XCRI-CAP output: Prince 2 Foundation and Practitioner transformed using www.x-cerp.org.uk
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8" ?>
- <catalog xmlns:xcri="http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog"
xmlns:terms="http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog/terms"
xmlns:xsi="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema-instance"
xmlns:ukrlp="http://www.ukrlp.co.uk" xmlns:qcda="http://www.qcda.gov.uk/"
xmlns:geo="http://www.w3.org/2003/01/geo/wgs84_pos"
xsi:schemaLocation="http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog
http://www.xcri.org/bindings/xcri_cap_1_1.xsd
http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog/terms
http://www.xcri.org/bindings/xcri_cap_terms_1_1.xsd
http://www.ukrlp.co.uk http://www.w3.org/2003/01/geo/wgs84_pos"
generated="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00"
xmlns="http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog">
- <provider>
<identifier>www.uwic.ac.uk</identifier>
<identifier xsi:type="ukrlp:ukprn">10007854</identifier>
<title>University of Wales Institute Cardiff</title>
<url>http://www.uwic.ac.uk/</url>
<image src="http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/Style%20Library/Images/uwic_logo.gif"
title="Welcome to the University of Wales Institute Cardiff" />
<address xsi:type="geo:lat">51.4958</address>
<address xsi:type="geo:long">-3.2121</address>
<address>Llandaff Campus 200 Western Avenue</address>
<town>Cardiff</town>
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-
-
-
<postcode>CF5 2YB</postcode>
<phone>029 2041 6070</phone>
<email>uwicinfo@uwic.ac.uk</email>
<course recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>2</identifier>
<title>Prince 2 Foundation and Practioner</title>
<subject>Business & Management</subject>
<subject xsi:type="qcda:ssa_v1">Business Management</subject>
<description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">This internationally respected
course is based on the new Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2. This
new version of PRINCE2 is less prescriptive and more flexible than its
predecessor, better reflecting today?s rapidly changing business environment.
The updated course will help those running projects of any size in any
environment to effectively deliver what is required appropriately managing the
costs, timescales, quality, scope, risks and benefits. The course will provide
delegates with a complete and practical understanding of the PRINCE2
management method. Delegates will take the PRINCE2 Foundation and
Practitioner examinations at the end of the course</div>
</description>
<description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">PRINCE2 certification is an
invaluable asset to anyone's career as it increases employment prospects and
helps individuals do their jobs more effectively, becoming an advantage to their
employers.</div>
</description>
<description xsi:type="terms:careerOutcome">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">It is aimed at anybody in a Project
Management role seeking to demonstrate competence through a recognised
formal qualification, or Managers who want to develop a controlled approach to
managing projects.</div>
</description>
<url>http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/English/BusinessServices/cppd/Pages/Prince2
FoundationandPractioner2009.aspx</url>
- <presentation recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>2</identifier>
<duration>5 Days</duration>
- <venue>
<identifier>1</identifier>
<title>Colchester Avenue</title>
<address>UWIC, Colchester Avenue Campus Colchester Avenue, Cardiff, CF23
9XR</address>
<phone>+44 (0)29 2041 6157</phone>
</venue>
- <entryRequirements>
<description>No formal qualifications are required</description>
</entryRequirements>
<applyTo>admissions@uwic.ac.uk</applyTo>
<enquireTo>Admissions: +44 (0)29 2041 6010</enquireTo>
</presentation>
</course>
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-
-
-
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8" ?>
<catalog xmlns:xcri="http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog"
xmlns:terms="http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog/terms"
xmlns:xsi="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema-instance"
xmlns:ukrlp="http://www.ukrlp.co.uk" xmlns:qcda="http://www.qcda.gov.uk/"
xmlns:geo="http://www.w3.org/2003/01/geo/wgs84_pos"
xsi:schemaLocation="http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog
http://www.xcri.org/bindings/xcri_cap_1_1.xsd
http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog/terms
http://www.xcri.org/bindings/xcri_cap_terms_1_1.xsd
http://www.ukrlp.co.uk http://www.w3.org/2003/01/geo/wgs84_pos"
generated="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00"
xmlns="http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog">
<provider>
<identifier>www.uwic.ac.uk</identifier>
<identifier xsi:type="ukrlp:ukprn">10007854</identifier>
<title>University of Wales Institute Cardiff</title>
<url>http://www.uwic.ac.uk/</url>
<image src="http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/Style%20Library/Images/uwic_logo.gif"
title="Welcome to the University of Wales Institute Cardiff" />
<address xsi:type="geo:lat">51.4958</address>
<address xsi:type="geo:long">-3.2121</address>
<address>Llandaff Campus 200 Western Avenue</address>
<town>Cardiff</town>
<postcode>CF5 2YB</postcode>
<phone>029 2041 6070</phone>
<email>uwicinfo@uwic.ac.uk</email>
<course recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>1</identifier>
<title>Introduction to Adobe Photoshop</title>
<subject>Art</subject>
<subject xsi:type="qcda:ssa_v1">Crafts, Creative Arts and Design</subject>
<description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">This course is suitable for
beginners and more experienced photographers/ digital image makers who
would like to explore computer digital imaging and photograph manipulation
using ?Adobe Photoshop?.</div>
</description>
<url>http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/English/BusinessServices/cppd/Pages/AdobeP
hotoshop.aspx</url>
- <presentation recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>1</identifier>
<duration>16 hours; 2 hours a week for 8 weeks</duration>
- <venue>
<identifier>1</identifier>
<title>Colchester Avenue</title>
<address>UWIC, Colchester Avenue Campus Colchester Avenue, Cardiff, CF23
9XR</address>
<phone>+44 (0)29 2041 6157</phone>
</venue>
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- <entryRequirements>
<description>None. Open to all levels</description>
</entryRequirements>
<applyTo>admissions@uwic.ac.uk</applyTo>
<enquireTo>Admissions: +44 (0)29 2041 6010</enquireTo>
</presentation>
</course>
- <course recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>2</identifier>
<title>Prince 2 Foundation and Practioner</title>
<subject>Business & Management</subject>
<subject xsi:type="qcda:ssa_v1">Business Management</subject>
- <description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">This internationally respected
course is based on the new Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2. This
new version of PRINCE2 is less prescriptive and more flexible than its
predecessor, better reflecting today?s rapidly changing business environment.
The updated course will help those running projects of any size in any
environment to effectively deliver what is required appropriately managing the
costs, timescales, quality, scope, risks and benefits. The course will provide
delegates with a complete and practical understanding of the PRINCE2
management method. Delegates will take the PRINCE2 Foundation and
Practitioner examinations at the end of the course</div>
</description>
- <description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">PRINCE2 certification is an
invaluable asset to anyone's career as it increases employment prospects and
helps individuals do their jobs more effectively, becoming an advantage to their
employers.</div>
</description>
- <description xsi:type="terms:careerOutcome">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">It is aimed at anybody in a Project
Management role seeking to demonstrate competence through a recognised
formal qualification, or Managers who want to develop a controlled approach to
managing projects.</div>
</description>
<url>http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/English/BusinessServices/cppd/Pages/Prince2
FoundationandPractioner2009.aspx</url>
- <presentation recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>2</identifier>
<duration>5 Days</duration>
- <venue>
<identifier>1</identifier>
<title>Colchester Avenue</title>
<address>UWIC, Colchester Avenue Campus Colchester Avenue, Cardiff, CF23
9XR</address>
<phone>+44 (0)29 2041 6157</phone>
</venue>
- <entryRequirements>
<description>No formal qualifications are required</description>
</entryRequirements>
<applyTo>admissions@uwic.ac.uk</applyTo>
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-
-
<enquireTo>Admissions: +44 (0)29 2041 6010</enquireTo>
</presentation>
</course>
<course recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>3</identifier>
<title>Diploma in Holistic Massage</title>
<subject>Complementary Therapies</subject>
<subject xsi:type="qcda:ssa_v1">Nursing and Subjects and Vocations Allied to
Medicine</subject>
<description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Students will study the following
modules: Clinical Aromatherapy: A history of Aromatherapy, consultation,
contra-indications, essential oil safety, profiles of 50 essential oils, methods of
extraction, quality of essential oils, base oil profiles and other arriers, selecting
&#38; blending essential oils, olfaction, holistic principles, chemistry of
essential oils with specialist in-house lecturer, simulated treatment scenarios,
treating common ailments with Aromatherapy, adapting massage techniques to
aromatherapy, therapists posture, aftercare advice, client records, homecare
advice, massage positions and techniques for unusual settings/situations, clinic
sessions, liaising with other professionals, professional bodies, codes of
conduct and ethics, current development and legislation in Aromatherapy.
Anatomy &#38; Physiology: Different parts of the skeleton, joints. Cellular
organisation at tissue, organ, and system levels. Structure and functions of the
skin. Body fluid compartments and membrane transport mechanisms. Neurons,
membrane potentials, action potentials, skeletal muscles, ultra structure,
excitation contraction coupling, effects of exercise and training. Blood, blood
cells, immunity and haemostasis Anatomy and physiology of the heart and
blood vessels, control of arterial blood pressure. Lymphatic system Structure of
the nephrons, urine formation by the kidney. Anatomy of respiratory system,
transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide, mechanics and control of breathing.
Anatomy of gastrointestinal system Digestion and absorption of food products.
Mechanisms of hormone action, hypothalamus and pituitary thyroid,
parathyroid and adrenal glands, control of blood glucose. Anatomy and
physiology of the male and female reproductive system. Anatomy of the central
nervous system, neurotransmitters, functions of the spinal cord, brain stem and
the hypothalamus. Motor control. Sensory system. Special senses ntegrated
Pathology: Fundamentals of pathophysiology. Pathophysiological changes in
different cells Cell &#38; tissue disorders.Inflammation, healing and repir.
Circulatory disorders. Theories of pain Business Module:</div>
</description>
<description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a
href="http://www.uwic.ac.uk/cshs">Cardiff School of Health Sciences
Website </a></div>
</description>
<description xsi:type="terms:careerOutcome">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Successful completion of the
course would enable the practitioner to practice as a MTI registered massage
therapist. This course also meets the pre-requisite massage standard for
undertaking the IFPA accredited Diploma in Aromatherapy.</div>
</description>
<url>http://www.uwic.ac.uk/courses/health/HolisticMassage.asp</url>
<qualification>
<accreditedBy>Massage Training Institute (MTI)</accreditedBy>
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</qualification>
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<identifier>3</identifier>
<duration>24 weeks (over 9 months; September ? June)<br />The course will run
on either Monday or Tuesday (9.30 ? 4.30) plus 10am ? 12pm on Wednesdays.
<br /> For further information please contact the programme leader on the
details below</duration>
- <venue>
<identifier>2</identifier>
<title>Llandaff</title>
<address>UWIC, Llandaff Campus, Western Avenue, Cardiff, CF5 2YB</address>
<phone>+44 (0)29 2041 6138</phone>
</venue>
- <entryRequirements>
<description>To discuss entry requirement please contact the programme leader
on the contact details below.</description>
</entryRequirements>
<applyTo>admissions@uwic.ac.uk</applyTo>
<enquireTo>Admissions: +44 (0)29 2041 6010</enquireTo>
</presentation>
</course>
- <course recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>4</identifier>
<title>Choreography and Performance in Community Dance Contexts</title>
<subject>Dance</subject>
<subject xsi:type="qcda:ssa_v1">Performing Arts</subject>
- <description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">(Re)-examine the role of the
artist-practitioner in the process of dance making, devising and performance
with non professional participants in a community context. Students will
develop an ability to critically reflect and evaluate their own practice through
analysis of theoretical models of artistic and collaborative processes. They will
also extend their understanding of the impact that choreographic and
performance processes have on the artistic and social development of
community participants</div>
</description>
- <description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Run in partnership with
Community Dance Wales</div>
</description>
- <description xsi:type="terms:careerOutcome">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Community Dance ArtistPractitioners Other dance artists wanting to develop their skills in participatory
dance activity<br />Teachers in Schools<br />Private dance teachers<br />
Artists ? within performing arts<br />21+ With a degree or at least 3 years
experience professional experience<br /></div>
</description>
<url>http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/English/BusinessServices/cppd/Pages/Choreog
rahyandPerformanceinCommunityDanceContexts.aspx</url>
- <credit>
<title>On successful completion of the assessment requirements students will be
awarded UWIC?s Continuing Professional Development Award, which is
equivalent to 20 credits at level 7.</title>
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</credit>
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<identifier>4</identifier>
<duration>6 days</duration>
- <venue>
<identifier>1</identifier>
<title>Colchester Avenue</title>
<address>UWIC, Colchester Avenue Campus Colchester Avenue, Cardiff, CF23
9XR</address>
<phone>+44 (0)29 2041 6157</phone>
</venue>
- <entryRequirements>
<description>Students applying for these courses should preferably have a degree
or other appropriate/equivalent qualification, and at least 3 years professional
experience.</description>
</entryRequirements>
<applyTo>admissions@uwic.ac.uk</applyTo>
<enquireTo>Admissions: +44 (0)29 2041 6010</enquireTo>
</presentation>
</course>
- <course recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>5</identifier>
<title>Music Technology for Teachers</title>
<subject>Education</subject>
<subject xsi:type="qcda:ssa_v1">Teaching and Lecturing</subject>
- <description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The format includes a
presentation that introduces the Digital Audio Workstation, the fundamentals of
MIDI, the criteria for hardware selection and the management of analogue and
digital audio material. The second half of the course is a practical session that
applies these techniques to MIDI and audio sequencing, using Cubase SX. The
course takes place in a purpose equipped music laboratory that provides
individual access to workstations and includes a 700 page ?NOW let?s make
music!? pack that covers 10 arrangements of popular songs for the classroom
plus a CD with backing tracks and MIDI files</div>
</description>
- <description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a
href="/English/education/Enterprise/courses/Pages/MusicTech.aspx"
target="_blank">here</a> for further details</div>
</description>
- <description xsi:type="terms:careerOutcome">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Teachers of secondary music who
wish to confirm and develop their knowledge of the first principles of music
technology. The course may benefit teachers who are preparing to deliver this
subject for the first time, those who are researching the purchase of new
equipment and teachers who are beginning to use sequencers in lessons</div>
</description>
<url>http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/English/BusinessServices/cppd/Pages/MusicTe
chnologyforTechnology.aspx</url>
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<identifier>5</identifier>
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<duration>One Day</duration>
- <venue>
<identifier>1</identifier>
<title>Colchester Avenue</title>
<address>UWIC, Colchester Avenue Campus Colchester Avenue, Cardiff, CF23
9XR</address>
<phone>+44 (0)29 2041 6157</phone>
</venue>
- <entryRequirements>
<description>Basic computer skills, with some midi/audio recording knowledge
would be advantageous although not necessary</description>
</entryRequirements>
<applyTo>admissions@uwic.ac.uk</applyTo>
<enquireTo>Admissions: +44 (0)29 2041 6010</enquireTo>
</presentation>
</course>
- <course recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>6</identifier>
<title>Understanding meat and fish quality</title>
<subject>Food & Drink</subject>
<subject xsi:type="qcda:ssa_v1">Hospitality and Catering</subject>
- <description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">This course will enable the
delegate to understand important biochemical and ultra-structural changes that
take place post-mortem in the conversion of muscle to meat, the endogenous
and exogenous factors that affect meat quality (flavour, texture), the impact of
processing and storage of fish and meat products and relating to best pratice.
This will allow the delegate to objectively measure meat and fish quality.</div>
</description>
- <description xsi:type="terms:careerOutcome">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">It is aimed at people working in
meat or fish production who have some basic knowledge of the science</div>
</description>
<url>http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/English/BusinessServices/cppd/Pages/Underst
andingmeatandfishquality.aspx</url>
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<identifier>6</identifier>
<duration>One Day</duration>
- <venue>
<identifier>1</identifier>
<title>Colchester Avenue</title>
<address>UWIC, Colchester Avenue Campus Colchester Avenue, Cardiff, CF23
9XR</address>
<phone>+44 (0)29 2041 6157</phone>
</venue>
- <entryRequirements>
<description>No formal qualifications are required.</description>
</entryRequirements>
<applyTo>admissions@uwic.ac.uk</applyTo>
<enquireTo>Admissions: +44 (0)29 2041 6010</enquireTo>
</presentation>
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- <course recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>7</identifier>
<title>Creative Web Design 3</title>
<subject>Graphic & Design</subject>
<subject xsi:type="qcda:ssa_v1">Crafts, Creative Arts and Design</subject>
- <description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">This final module in the
Foundation Award in Creative Website Design introduces you to Macromedia
Flash, the industry standard for creating high-impact websites. You will learn
how to create vector graphics and animations, incorporate buttons and
interactive elements and add movies and sound to your site. You will use these
skills to create a complete interactive Flash web interface.</div>
</description>
- <description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Run in partnership with
Ffotogallery based at Chapter Arts Centre, Market Road, Canton, Cardiff, CF5
1QE</div>
</description>
- <description xsi:type="terms:careerOutcome">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Students who have completed
Creative Web Design 2</div>
</description>
-
-
-
-
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-
<url>http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/English/BusinessServices/cppd/Pages/Creative
WebDesign3.aspx</url>
<qualification>
<accreditedBy>UWIC</accreditedBy>
</qualification>
<credit>
<title>20 credits at CQFW Level 4</title>
</credit>
<presentation recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>7</identifier>
<duration>10 x 3 hour or 5 x 6 hour sessions</duration>
<venue>
<identifier>5</identifier>
<title>Chapter Arts Centre</title>
<address>Market Road, Canton, Cardiff, CF5 1QE</address>
<phone />
</venue>
<entryRequirements>
<description>Completion of Creative Web Design 1 and 2</description>
</entryRequirements>
<cost>£200</cost>
<applyTo>admissions@uwic.ac.uk</applyTo>
<enquireTo>Admissions: +44 (0)29 2041 6010</enquireTo>
</presentation>
</course>
<course recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>8</identifier>
<title>IOSH Working Safely (Institute of Occupational Safety and Health)</title>
<subject>Health Safety & Environmental</subject>
<subject xsi:type="qcda:ssa_v1">Public Services</subject>
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- <description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><ul><li>Introducing working
safely </li><li>Defining hazard and risk </li><li>Identifying common hazards
<li><li>Improving safety performance </li><li>Protecting the environment
</li></ul></div>
</description>
- <description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a
href="/english/health/cpp/pages/home.aspx">http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/engl
ish/health/cpp/pages/home.aspx</a></div>
</description>
- <description xsi:type="terms:aim">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">On successful completion of the
course, delegates should be able to: <br /> <ul> <li>identify the hazards and
evaluate the risks in their workplace </li><li>use appropriate workplace
precautions for specific risks or seek advice on workplace precautions
</li><li>assist managers in preparing written risk assessments
</li><li>follow their organisation?s health and safety policy </li> <li>cooperate and communicate on safety matters </li><li>carry out work activities
without undue risk to themselves or others </li><li>report relevant accidents
and incidents </li><li>monitor their own activities and assist managers in
active monitoring. </li></ul></div>
</description>
- <description xsi:type="terms:careerOutcome">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The course aims to raise
awareness of health and safety issues at work. It is directed at all employees
who may need to be more aware of the hazards of their workplace and their
work activities.</div>
</description>
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<url>http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/English/BusinessServices/cppd/Pages/IOSHWo
rkingSafely.aspx</url>
<presentation recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>8</identifier>
<duration>4 Day</duration>
<venue>
<identifier>1</identifier>
<title>Colchester Avenue</title>
<address>UWIC, Colchester Avenue Campus Colchester Avenue, Cardiff, CF23
9XR</address>
<phone>+44 (0)29 2041 6157</phone>
</venue>
<entryRequirements>
<description>No formal qualifications are required.</description>
</entryRequirements>
<cost>POA / Discount for group bookings</cost>
<applyTo>admissions@uwic.ac.uk</applyTo>
<enquireTo>Admissions: +44 (0)29 2041 6010</enquireTo>
</presentation>
</course>
<course recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>9</identifier>
<title>Novel Writing</title>
<subject>Humanities</subject>
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<subject xsi:type="qcda:ssa_v1">Sociology and Social Policy</subject>
- <description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Novel Writing provides an
introduction to the art and techniques of novel writing. By the end of the
module you will have completed a portfolio of work that could potentially be
submitted to relevant national competitions and literary agents. Teaching is
enhanced by the use of e-learning</div>
</description>
- <description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Individuals who complete this
module can go on</div>
</description>
- <description xsi:type="terms:careerOutcome">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Those wishing to pursue
postgraduate study in Creative Writing</div>
</description>
-
-
-
-
-
-
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<url>http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/English/BusinessServices/cppd/Pages/NovelWr
iting1.aspx</url>
<credit>
<title>20 credits at Masters Level</title>
</credit>
<presentation recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>9</identifier>
<duration>12 taught weeks</duration>
<venue>
<identifier>1</identifier>
<title>Colchester Avenue</title>
<address>UWIC, Colchester Avenue Campus Colchester Avenue, Cardiff, CF23
9XR</address>
<phone>+44 (0)29 2041 6157</phone>
</venue>
<entryRequirements>
<description>Relevant degree or work experience</description>
</entryRequirements>
<applyTo>admissions@uwic.ac.uk</applyTo>
<enquireTo>Admissions: +44 (0)29 2041 6010</enquireTo>
</presentation>
</course>
<course recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>10</identifier>
<title>European Computer Driving License (ECDL)</title>
<subject>I.T. & Software</subject>
<subject xsi:type="qcda:ssa_v1">ICT Practitioners</subject>
<description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">This flexible programme covers
seven modules which can be taken in any order and at any time over three
years. All modules have to be passed to gain the qualification and
include:</div>
</description>
<description xsi:type="terms:aim">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">To gain a European ? wide
qualification which enables people to demonstrate their competence in
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computer skills. It is accredited by the British Computing Society.
<ul><li>Basic concepts of IT </li><li>Spreadsheets </li><li>Presentation
</li><li>Using the Computer and Managing Files </li><li>Word Processing
</li><li>Database </li><li>Information and Communication
</li></ul></div>
</description>
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
<url>http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/English/BusinessServices/cppd/Pages/ECDL.as
px</url>
<presentation recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>10</identifier>
<duration>Flexible up to 3 years</duration>
<venue>
<identifier>1</identifier>
<title>Colchester Avenue</title>
<address>UWIC, Colchester Avenue Campus Colchester Avenue, Cardiff, CF23
9XR</address>
<phone>+44 (0)29 2041 6157</phone>
</venue>
<entryRequirements>
<description>No formal qualifications or prior knowledge of IT or computer skills
are required to study ECDL</description>
</entryRequirements>
<cost>£260</cost>
<applyTo>admissions@uwic.ac.uk</applyTo>
<enquireTo>Admissions: +44 (0)29 2041 6010</enquireTo>
</presentation>
</course>
<course recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>11</identifier>
<title>Advanced Digital Photography</title>
<subject>Photography</subject>
<subject xsi:type="qcda:ssa_v1">Crafts, Creative Arts and Design</subject>
<description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">This course will help you
understand the development of new media in photography, and develop a
broad practical knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, digital photography techniques
and equipment. You will use our digital darkroom to produce your own
portfolio, and gain skills and confidence in making, manipulating and archiving
your own digital pictures, using your own equipment.</div>
</description>
<description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Run in partnership with
Ffotogallery based at Chapter Arts Centre, Market Road, Canton, Cardiff, CF5
1QE</div>
</description>
<description xsi:type="terms:careerOutcome">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Students who have completed
Introduction to Photography Beginners &#38; Intermediate</div>
</description>
<url>http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/English/BusinessServices/cppd/Pages/Advance
dDigitalPhotography.aspx</url>
- <qualification>
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<accreditedBy>UWIC</accreditedBy>
</qualification>
<credit>
<title>20 credits at CQFW Level 4</title>
</credit>
<presentation recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>11</identifier>
<duration>10 x 3 hour sessions</duration>
<venue>
<identifier>5</identifier>
<title>Chapter Arts Centre</title>
<address>Market Road, Canton, Cardiff, CF5 1QE</address>
<phone />
</venue>
<entryRequirements>
<description>Completion of Introduction to Photography Beginners &
Intermediate</description>
</entryRequirements>
<cost>£200</cost>
<applyTo>admissions@uwic.ac.uk</applyTo>
<enquireTo>Admissions: +44 (0)29 2041 6010</enquireTo>
</presentation>
</course>
<course recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>12</identifier>
<title>Customer Service</title>
<subject>Personal Development</subject>
<subject xsi:type="qcda:ssa_v1">Foundations for Learning and Life</subject>
<description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The customer service course will
explore what customer service is. It will facilitate the candidates to identify
who their customers are and how to meet their individual needs and
expectations in order to create a positive lasting impression. Through practical
guidance effective verbal and non-verbal communication techniques will be
developed such as active listening and asking open and closed questions along
with how to deal with difficult situations.</div>
</description>
<description xsi:type="terms:aim">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><ul><li>To develop skills and self
confidence in meeting and exceeding customer expectations through excellent
customer service skills</li><li>To handle difficult customers and situations
effectively and enhancing communications skills via various different
mediums</li></ul></div>
</description>
<url>http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/English/BusinessServices/cppd/Pages/Custom
erService.aspx</url>
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<identifier>12</identifier>
<duration>One Day</duration>
- <venue>
<identifier>1</identifier>
<title>Colchester Avenue</title>
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<address>UWIC, Colchester Avenue Campus Colchester Avenue, Cardiff, CF23
9XR</address>
<phone>+44 (0)29 2041 6157</phone>
</venue>
<entryRequirements>
<description>No formal qualifications are required.</description>
</entryRequirements>
<applyTo>admissions@uwic.ac.uk</applyTo>
<enquireTo>Admissions: +44 (0)29 2041 6010</enquireTo>
</presentation>
</course>
<course recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>13</identifier>
<title>Introduction to Pro Tools 8</title>
<subject>Music</subject>
<subject xsi:type="qcda:ssa_v1">Performing Arts</subject>
<description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><ul><li>Getting to know Pro
Tools 8 </li><li>Getting inside Pro Tools 8 </li><li>Creating your first session
with the new interface </li><li>Making your first MIDI recording
</li><li>Making your first audio recording </li><li>Importing Media
</li><li>Selecting and navigating </li><li>Basic editing techniques
</li><li>Introduction to mixing </li><li>Finishing your work
</li></ul></div>
</description>
<description xsi:type="terms:aim">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">To develop a good knowledge of
Pro Tools 8 and have a more comprehensive understanding of mix and edit
screens. A range of techniques to import and export a variety of audio formats
such as Mp3, Wav and Midi formats. Assigning automation to a mix and
finalising a track to CD.</div>
</description>
<description xsi:type="terms:careerOutcome">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Individuals who have an interest
in developing their skills for home recording enthusiasts and/or developing
skills for future candidates wishing to enrol as Music Production degree
students</div>
</description>
<url>http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/English/BusinessServices/cppd/Pages/ProTool
s7Introduction.aspx</url>
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<identifier>13</identifier>
<duration>10 weeks</duration>
- <venue>
<identifier>1</identifier>
<title>Colchester Avenue</title>
<address>UWIC, Colchester Avenue Campus Colchester Avenue, Cardiff, CF23
9XR</address>
<phone>+44 (0)29 2041 6157</phone>
</venue>
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<description>Basic computer skills, with some midi/audio recording knowledge
would be advantageous although not necessary</description>
</entryRequirements>
<cost>£250</cost>
<applyTo>admissions@uwic.ac.uk</applyTo>
<enquireTo>Admissions: +44 (0)29 2041 6010</enquireTo>
</presentation>
</course>
- <course recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>14</identifier>
<title>Managing Rapid Product Development (RPD): Theory and Practice</title>
<subject>Product Design & Development</subject>
<subject xsi:type="qcda:ssa_v1">Crafts, Creative Arts and Design</subject>
- <description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The course will provide a detailed
introduction to the key issues associated with managing rapid product
development (RPD). The course will introduce delegates to best practice theory
of RPD and the technology available to drive RPD as well address the practical
managerial implications of RPD. The course will cover the following:<br />?
Best Practice Theory and RPD Rationale<br />? Technology to enable RPD<br
/>? RPD Case Studies<br /> ? Management Implications of RPD</div>
</description>
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<url>http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/English/BusinessServices/cppd/Pages/Managin
gRapidProductDevelopment.aspx</url>
<presentation recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>14</identifier>
<duration>2 days</duration>
<venue>
<identifier>1</identifier>
<title>Colchester Avenue</title>
<address>UWIC, Colchester Avenue Campus Colchester Avenue, Cardiff, CF23
9XR</address>
<phone>+44 (0)29 2041 6157</phone>
</venue>
<entryRequirements>
<description>No formal qualifications are required</description>
</entryRequirements>
<applyTo>admissions@uwic.ac.uk</applyTo>
<enquireTo>Admissions: +44 (0)29 2041 6010</enquireTo>
</presentation>
</course>
<course recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>15</identifier>
<title>SPS Ltd Sports Massage Diploma</title>
<subject>Sport</subject>
<subject xsi:type="qcda:ssa_v1">Sport, Leisure and Recreation</subject>
<description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The course covers the
professional, theoretical and practical skills and knowledge required to become
a sports massage practitioner. A large amount of the content is practical based
in which candidates learn the fundamental hand skills associated with sports
massage.</div>
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</description>
- <description xsi:type="terms:aim">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">To develop the necessary
professional, theoretical and practical skills and knowledge required to become
a sports massage practitioner.</div>
</description>
- <description xsi:type="terms:careerOutcome">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">People wishing to become sports
massage practitioners or those wanting to learn more about the processes and
benefits of sports massage.</div>
</description>
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<url>http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/English/BusinessServices/cppd/Pages/SportMa
ssage.aspx</url>
<presentation recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>15</identifier>
<duration>120 contact hours, typically delivered as either 20 x half day weekly
sessions or as a series of weekends. In addition candidates are required to gain
100 hours recorded practical experience before certification</duration>
<venue>
<identifier>1</identifier>
<title>Colchester Avenue</title>
<address>UWIC, Colchester Avenue Campus Colchester Avenue, Cardiff, CF23
9XR</address>
<phone>+44 (0)29 2041 6157</phone>
</venue>
<entryRequirements>
<description>No formal qualifications are required, but an understanding of
anatomy and physiology is essential. Applicants without this knowledge may
struggle on the theoretical aspects of the course.</description>
</entryRequirements>
<cost>£1600 + VAT</cost>
<applyTo>admissions@uwic.ac.uk</applyTo>
<enquireTo>Admissions: +44 (0)29 2041 6010</enquireTo>
</presentation>
</course>
<course recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>16</identifier>
<title>Foundation Law</title>
<subject>Trading Standards & Licensing</subject>
<subject xsi:type="qcda:ssa_v1">Service Enterprises</subject>
<description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The content corresponds with the
Trading Standards Institute Foundation module Legal Systems.</div>
</description>
<description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">For further enquiries or booking
please contact Huw Evans at 029 2041 6861 or <a
href="mailto:hdevans@uwic.ac.uk">hdevans@uwic.ac.uk</a>p>Alternatively
write to: Department of Public Protection, Cardiff School of Health Sciences,
UWIC, Western Avenue, Llandaff, Cardiff, CF5 2YB.</p></div>
</description>
<description xsi:type="terms:aim">
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<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The aim of the module is to
introduce the student to the legal system of England and Wales. This will
involve learning about the key features and institutions of UK constitutional law
(including understanding the process of law making and having awareness of
the European Union and European Convention on Human Rights dimensions).
The nature and role of law in society will be considered too, together with local
and devolved government. Students will also be introduced to and consider the
criminal and civil justice systems</div>
</description>
- <description xsi:type="terms:careerOutcome">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">People working in local authority
trading standards departments</div>
</description>
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<url>http://www3.uwic.ac.uk/English/BusinessServices/cppd/Pages/Foundat
ionLaw.aspx</url>
<qualification>
<accreditedBy>The course is validated by UWIC within its Consumer & Trading
Standards degree programme and accredited by the Trading Standards
Institute.</accreditedBy>
</qualification>
<presentation recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>16</identifier>
<duration>September - January</duration>
<venue>
<identifier>1</identifier>
<title>Colchester Avenue</title>
<address>UWIC, Colchester Avenue Campus Colchester Avenue, Cardiff, CF23
9XR</address>
<phone>+44 (0)29 2041 6157</phone>
</venue>
<entryRequirements>
<description>No formal qualifications are required</description>
</entryRequirements>
<cost>£750 + VAT</cost>
<applyTo>admissions@uwic.ac.uk</applyTo>
<enquireTo>Admissions: +44 (0)29 2041 6010</enquireTo>
</presentation>
</course>
<course recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>17</identifier>
<title>Prof Test</title>
<subject>Sport</subject>
<subject xsi:type="qcda:ssa_v1">Sport, Leisure and Recreation</subject>
<description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Varied test</div>
</description>
<description xsi:type="terms:topic">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">further test</div>
</description>
<description xsi:type="terms:aim">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">many tests</div>
</description>
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- <description xsi:type="terms:careerOutcome">
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">mixed test</div>
</description>
<url>www.uwic.ac.uk/test</url>
- <qualification>
<accreditedBy>Hefcw test</accreditedBy>
</qualification>
- <credit>
<title>Degree test</title>
</credit>
- <presentation recdatetime="2010-09-01T15:09:31+00:00">
<identifier>17</identifier>
<duration>6 test</duration>
- <venue>
<identifier>2</identifier>
<title>Llandaff</title>
<address>UWIC, Llandaff Campus, Western Avenue, Cardiff, CF5 2YB</address>
<phone>+44 (0)29 2041 6138</phone>
</venue>
- <entryRequirements>
<description>A level test</description>
</entryRequirements>
<cost>£100 test</cost>
<applyTo>admissions@uwic.ac.uk</applyTo>
<enquireTo>Admissions: +44 (0)29 2041 6010</enquireTo>
</presentation>
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</provider>
</catalog>
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