COLLEGE OF LIFE SCIENCES
CONTENTS
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Agriculture
Bachelor of Agricultural Science (BAgrSc) Regulations for Second and Third University Examinations
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Second University Examination in Agricultural Science
185
Animal & Crop Production
185
Animal Science
185
Applied Environmental Sciences Programme
186
Engineering Technology Programme
186
Food & Agribusiness Management Programme
187
Food Science Programme
187
Forestry Programme
188
Horticulture, Landscape & Sportsturf Management Programme
188
Landscape Architecture Programme
188
Third University Examination
189
Animal & Crop Production
189
Animal Science
189
Agricultural & Environmental Science
190
Engineering Technology
191
Food & Agribusiness Management
191
Food Science
192
Forestry
192
Horticultural Science
193
Landscape Horticulture
193
Bachelor of Agricultural Science (BAgrSc) Regulations for Fourth University Examinations
194
Animal & Crop Production
196
Animal Science
196
Agricultural & Environmental Science
197
Engineering Technology
197
Agribusiness & Rural Development
198
Food Science
198
Forestry
198
Horticultural Science
199
Landscape Horticulture
199
Bachelor of Science in Rural Development - (BSc(RD))
200
Level One: First University Examination
200
Level Two: Second University Examination
201
Level Three: Third University Examination
202
Diploma in Rural Development
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Higher Diploma in Agriculture (Forestry) (HDipAgr)
205
Higher Diploma in Rural Environmental Conservation and Management
205
Master of Agricultural Science/Master of Science (Agriculture) Degree Examination
205
Master of Agricultural Science/Master of Science (Agriculture) in Forestry MAgrSc;MSc (Agr) (Mode II)
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Master of Agricultural Science/Master of Science (Agriculture) in Rural Development MAgrSc;MSc (Agr) (Mode II) 206
& Higher Diploma in Rural Development (HDipRD)
Master of Science (Agriculture) in Engineering Technology MSc(Agr) (Mode II)
207
& Higher Diploma in Engineering Technology (HDipET)
Master of Science (Agriculture) in Environmental Resource Management MSc(Agr) (Mode II)
208
Master of Science (Agriculture) in Food Science MSc (Agr) (Mode II)
208
Master of Science (Agriculture) in Humanitarian Action MSc (Agr) (Mode II)
209
& Higher Diploma In Rural Development (Humanitarian Action) (HDipRD)
Master of Science (Agriculture) in Plant Protection MSc (Agr) (Mode II)
210
Master of Agricultural Science/ Master of Science (Agriculture) in Rural Environmental Conservation and
210
Management MAgrSc;MSc(Agr) (Mode II)
Certificate in Food Safety and Handling
210
Certificate in Humanitarian Assistance
211
Certificate in Food Safety (Postgraduate)
211
Medicine
MB, BCh, BAO Degrees General Regulations
212
2nd Medical Year (New Curriculum) - Systems One Examination
212
nd
2 Medical Year (New Curriculum) - Systems Two Examination
213
3rd Medical Year (New Curriculum) - Systems Two Examination
213
4th University Examination of Medicine
214
MB, BCh, BAO Degrees Examination
214
MB BCh, BAO Degree (Penang Medical College) - General Regulations
216
MB BCh, BAO Degree (Penang Medical College) - 4th Medical Year Examination
216
MB BCh, BAO Degree (Penang Medical College) - Final Medical Part I Examination
217
MB BCh, BAO Degree (Penang Medical College) - Final Medical Part II Examination
217
MD Degree Examination
218
MD, MCh, MAO Degrees by Thesis
218
Bachelor of Medical Science (BMedSc)
218
Degree of Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Medical Subjects
219
Degree of Master of Medical Science (MMedSc) - (Old Regulations)
219
Degree of Master of Science in Medical Subjects (MSc)
219
Degree of Master of Science (MSc) (General Practice)
220
Master of Science in Sports & Exercise Medicine MSc
220
Master of Science in Child Health (MSc)
221
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Degree of Master of Public Health (Full-time) (MPH)
223
Degree of Master of Public Health (Part-time) (MPH)
223
Higher Diploma in Medicine (Diabetology) (HDipMed)
223
Higher Diploma in Medicine (Dermatology) (HDipMed)
224
Higher Diploma in Medicine (Forensic Medicine)
224
Higher Diploma in Child Health (HDipCH)
224
Higher Diploma in Occupational Health (HDipOccH)
224
Higher Diploma in Healthcare (HDipHC) (Risk Management)
225
Higher Diploma in Healthcare (HDipHC) (Informatics)
225
Diploma in Audiology (DipAud)
226
Higher Diploma in Community Ophthalmology
226
Diploma in Emergency Medical Technology
226
Higher Diploma in Emergency Medical Technology
227
Certificate in Healthcare Informatics
227
Radiography
BSc Degree (Radiography) General Regulations
228
st
1 University Examination in Radiography
228
2nd University Examination in Radiography
228
3rd University Examination in Radiography
229
Final University Examination in Radiography
229
Higher Diploma/ Degree of Master of Science (Modular) - General Regulations
230
Higher Diploma/ Degree of Master of Science (Modular) - (Breast Imaging)
231
Higher Diploma/ Degree of Master of Science (Modular) - (Computed Tomography)
231
Higher Diploma/Degree of Master of Science (Modular) - (Ultrasound)
232
Higher Diploma/ Degree of Master of Science (Modular) - (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
232
Higher Diploma/ Degree of Master of Science (Modular) - (Radionuclide Imaging)
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Degree of Master of Science (Diagnostic Imaging or other stated subjects)
233
Physiotherapy
BSc Degree (Physiotherapy) General Regulations
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2nd University Examination in Physiotherapy
234
2nd University Examination in Physiotherapy (Combined Course)
234
rd
3 University Examination in Physiotherapy
234
Final University Examination in Physiotherapy
234
Diploma in Safety Health and Welfare at Work (Physiotherapy)
235
Master of Science (Sports Physiotherapy) (MSc)
235
Higher Diploma in Healthcare (Acupuncture)
235
Certificate in Outcome Assessment in Motor Disability (by Distance Learning)
236
Master of Science in Physiotherapy (Acupuncture)
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Master of Science Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy
236
Post Graduate Diploma Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy
237
Nursing
Nursing Studies General Regulations
237
Diploma in Nursing (DipN)
237
Diploma in Nursing - General Mode/Psychiatric Mode
238
Diploma in Nursing - General Mode - (2001-2002 Format)
238
Degree of Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Nursing
238
Degree of Bachelor of Science in Nursing
239
Second Bachelor of Science (General)
240
Third Bachelor of Science (General)
240
Second Bachelor of Science (Psychiatric)
240
Third Bachelor of Science (Psychiatric)
240
BSc (Midwifery) (Modular)
241
University Examination of the Bachelor of Science in Midwifery (Modular)
241
Bachelor of Science (Nursing Management) (Modular)
241
University Examination of the Bachelor of Science Degree (Nursing Management) (Modular)
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Bachelor of Science (Nursing) (Modular)
242
University Examination Part 1of the Bachelor of Science Degree (Nursing) (Modular)
242
University Examination Part 2 of the Bachelor of Science (Nursing) (Modular)
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Diploma in Nursing Studies (Access)
243
Degree of Master of Science (Nursing) Mode 1
243
Degree of Master of Science (Midwifery) Mode 1
243
Degree of Master of Science (Nursing)
243
First Master of Science (Nursing) (Part-Time) - (2003-2004 Format)
244
Second Master of Science (Nursing) - (2003-2004 Format)
245
Degree of Master of Science (Midwifery)Mode II - (2003-2004 Format)
245
First Master of Science (Midwifery) (Part-Time) - (2003-2004 Format)
247
Second Master of Science (Midwifery) - (2003-2004 Format)
247
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Oncology Nursing) (2002-2003 Format)
248
st
1 Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Oncology Nursing)(Part Time) (2002-2003 Format)
248
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Oncology Nursing)
248
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Oncology Nursing) (Accelerated Mode)
248
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Oncology Nursing) (2004-2005 Format)
249
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Oncology Nursing) Regulations (2004-2005 Format)
249
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Cancer Nursing) (2005 – 2006 Format)
249
Higher Diploma in Midwifery - Regulations
251
Higher Diploma in Midwifery - (2000-2001 Format)
251
Higher Diploma in Midwifery - (2002-2003 Format)
251
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Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Public Health Nursing)
252
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing) - (2002-2003 Format)
253
st
1 Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing) (Part Time) (2002-2003 Format)
254
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing)
254
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing) (Accelerated Mode)
254
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing) (2004-2005 Format)
254
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing) (Regulations) (2004-2005 Format)
254
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing)
255
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Diabetes Nursing) (2002-2003 Format)
255
1st Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Diabetes Nursing) (Part Time) - (2002-2003)
255
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Diabetes Nursing) - (2002-2003)
255
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Diabetes Nursing) (Accelerated Mode) - (2002-2003 Format)
256
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Diabetes Nursing) (2004-2005 Format)
256
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Diabetes Nursing) Specific Regulations (2004-2005 Format)
256
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Diabetes Nursing)
256
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Critical Care Nursing) (2002-2003 Format)
257
1st Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Critical Care Nursing)(Part Time)(2002-2003 Format) 257
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Critical Care Nursing) (2002-2003 Format)
257
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Critical Care Nursing) (Accelerated Mode) (2002-2003 Format)
257
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Critical Care Nursing) (2004-2005 Format)
258
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Critical Care Nursing) Specific Regulations (2004-2005 Format)
258
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Critical Care Nursing)
259
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Peri-Operative Nursing) (2002-2003 Format)
260
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies(Peri-Operative Nursing)(Regulations)(2002-2003 Format) 260
1st Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Peri-Operative Nursing) (Part Time)
260
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Peri-Operative Nursing)
261
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Peri-Operative Nursing) (Accelerated Mode)
261
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Peri-Operative Nursing) (2004-2005 Format)
261
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Peri-Operative Nursing) Regulations (2004-2005 Format)
261
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Peri-Operative Nursing) Regulations (2005-2006 Format)
262
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s Nursing)(Regulations)(2003-2004)
262
1st Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s Nursing) (2003-2004 Format)
263
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s Nursing) (2003-2004 Format)
263
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s Nursing) (2004-2005 Format)
263
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Children’s Nursing)(Regulations) (2005-2006)
264
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Emergency Nursing) (2002-2003 Format)
265
st
1 Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Emergency Nursing) (Part Time)
265
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Emergency Nursing) (2002-2003 Format)
265
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Emergency Nursing) (Accelerated Mode)
266
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Emergency Nursing) (2004-2005 Format)
266
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Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Emergency Nursing)(Regulations)(2004-2005 Format)
266
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Emergency Nursing)
266
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Nurse/Midwife Education)
267
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice) (2002-2003 Format)
268
st
1 Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice) (Part Time)
268
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice)
268
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice) (Accelerated Mode)
270
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice) (2004-2005 Format)
271
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice) Regulations (2004-2005 Format)
271
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice) (2005-2006 Format)
273
Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Professional Development)
275
Diploma in Nursing Studies (Retrospective Award)
275
Diploma in Nursing Studies (Nursing Informatics)
276
Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
Pre-medical Examination
276
First Professional Examination
277
Second Professional Examination
278
Fourth Year College Examination
279
Final Professional Examination
279
Veterinary Medicine
2nd University Examination in Veterinary Medicine
281
rd
281
th
4 University Examination in Veterinary Medicine
283
MVB Degree Examination
283
Diploma in Veterinary Nursing
283
First University Examination in Veterinary Nursing
284
Second University Examination in Veterinary Nursing
284
Third University Examination in Veterinary Nursing
284
MVM Degree Examination
284
MAnSc Degree Examination
284
MSc Degree Examination
284
Other
Bachelor of Science (Sports Management)
284
Second University Examination in Sports Management
285
Bachelor of Science (Sports Management) Degree Examination
285
Higher Diploma in Child Art Psychotherapy
286
Diploma in Environmental Impact Assessment & Strategic Environmental Assessment Management
286
Diploma in Sports Management
286
3 University Examination in Veterinary Medicine
180
Diploma in World Heritage Management
287
Higher Diploma in World Heritage Management
287
Master of Science in World Heritage Management (MSc)
288
Master of Science in Psychotherapy (Retrospection)
288
Master of Science (Psychotherapy) Degree Examination (MSc)
289
Master of Science (MSc) in Sports Studies (Mode 1)
289
Certificate in Food Safety Auditing
289
For Science Marks and Standards please see College Of Engineering, Mathematical and Physical Sciences.
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REGULATIONS FOR THE SECOND AND THIRD UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE
The curricula and the examinations for the Second and Third Years of the BAgrSc degree programme options will be
offered on a modularised basis and will, in so far as is possible, be organised on a semesterised basis.
The system is to be regarded as having features of a flexible system involving credit accumulation, with student
progression at varying rates. Among the main characteristics of the system are the following:
 Full time students should take, and pass, modules with a cumulative credit rating of 60 credits each year. The relevant
degree will be awarded when the student has passed modules with a cumulative credit rating of 240 credits.
 When a pass mark is obtained in any module, irrespective of what happens to other modules taken in the same
examination, the student is exempt for further examination in that module, and the credits for that module are added to
the student’s record.
 Examination marks from modules completed in the first and second semester will be aggregated in order to determine
the student’s overall Second and Third University Examination result.
 The modules to be taken are as outlined in the ‘BAgrSc - Summary of Degree Programme Options’ documentation.
Modules required for transfer students are as outlined in the ‘BAgrSc – Summary of Transfer Programmes’
documentation.
 Modules for each degree programme may be classed as core or elective. (Modules which are core in one degree
programme may be elective in another degree programme).
 Marks are allocated to modules (core and elective) for the Second and Third Years on the basis of 25 marks per credit
ie 5 credit modules will be allocated 125 marks each.
i.
Timing of Examinations
The Second Third and Fourth University Examination in Agricultural Science will normally consist of examinations taken
at the end of each semester, along with other forms of examination such as continuous assessment, the timing of which will
be arranged to suit the individual degree programmes. Provisional results from the examinations for first semester modules
will be issued early in the second semester. The supplemental examination for all modules taken in either semester shall be
held in the autumn. The examination for Professional Work Experience will also be held in the autumn.
ii.
Professional Work Experience
Professional Work Experience will be examined separately from the other subjects and the results will not be used in
connection with eligibility for honours, compensation or exemption in the Third or Fourth University Examinations.
Professional Work Experience will be graded on the basis of:
(a) less than 40% - Fail
(b) 40 to 54% - Pass
(c) 55 to 69% - Credit
(d) 70% and over - Distinction.
Students must pass Professional Work Experience before they commence the Fourth Year programme of study.
iii. Distribution of Marks
Marks for individual modules may be distributed between "Written" and "Other" forms of examination. “Other" forms of
examination may consist of practicals, orals, continuous assessment, years work, etc. In certain specialised modules all the
marks may be allocated for projects, assignments, etc.
iv. Pass Standard
For a pass 40% will be required in each module, compensation to be allowed.
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v.
Honours – Second and Third University Examinations
Honours shall be awarded in the examination for each year on the basis of the combined marks for the examinations for
each academic year as follows:
First Class Honours
70%
Second Class Honours, Grade I
60%
Second Class Honours, Grade II
50%
Honours will normally only be awarded in the examination for each year to candidates who pass in toto at the first attempt
the examinations for the prescribed modules with a aggregate rating of 60 credits for that year. (Exemption from this
regulation may be granted to individual candidates in exceptional circumstances.) (See also Clause ix, Electives below).
The aggregate marks for the Third University Examination will be combined with the marks for the Fourth University
Examination for the purpose of honours in the BAgrSc Degree.
vi. Compensation
(a) Compensation between modules shall be permitted provided:
(i) the candidates marks do not fall below 30% in any individual module; and
(ii) the candidate has obtained an overall average mark of at least 44% in the examination as a whole.
(b) In repeat examinations in which a candidate has previously been awarded exemptions, compensation between
modules will also be permitted provided:
(i) the candidate’s marks do not fall below 30% in any individual module; and
(ii)
the candidate has obtained an overall average mark of at least 44% in all outstanding modules
vii.
Exemption
A candidate who obtains at least 40% in individual modules will be awarded exemption from further examination in those
modules. This regulation shall apply in all examinations, including repeat examinations for which exemption in individual
subjects has already been granted.
viii.
Carrying Marks Forward
Where some or all of the marks for a module are allocated for a form of examination other than a Written examination, a
candidate who does not pass the module(s) or who is not granted exemption in the module(s) may carry forward the
appropriate marks to repeat examinations in these modules.
ix.
Electives
Electives will be treated as a single entity in each examination but may consist of a number of individual elective modules.
Candidates may be debarred from passing electives or from obtaining compensation in the examination on the grounds of
extreme weakness (less than 30%) in individual elective modules. Where a candidate has failed Electives as a whole but
has obtained satisfactory marks in individual elective modules, these marks may be carried forward to repeat examinations.
Individual elective modules are awarded marks on the basis of 25 marks per credit.
x.
Bilateral/Overseas Exchanges
Candidates may omit one or more of the prescribed modules in the Third and/or Fourth University Examinations in
Agricultural Science and replace it by approved subjects/courses/modules taken for credit and completed satisfactorily at
other universities. This procedure is conditional on the prior agreement and approval by the relevant BAgrSc Degree
Programme Option Coordinator and the BAgrSc Programme Board. An upper limit of 30 credits will be allowed and the
subjects/courses/modules taken in other universities will be taken into account meeting the requirements for the relevant
examination and in the awarding of Honours.
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xi.
Progression from Year to Year (Level to Level)
A student who has not completed all the requirements for a particular year, (ie modules with a cumulative credit rating of
60 credits), will be allowed to progress to the next year of the degree programme provided he/she has passed modules with
a cumulative credit rating of at least 50 credits for the particular year. Further progression, however, to the subsequent
year, or the awarding of the degree, will not be allowed until the student has made good the deficiency. As well as
applying to students based on the results of the Second and Third University Examinations this regulation will also apply to
students who wish to progress to the Second Year on the basis on an incomplete First University Examination.
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SECOND UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE
Animal and Crop Production [AGBDF0003]
Module Code
ANSC 20010
ANSC 20020
BSEN
20020
CPSC
2201
CPSC
20020
ERM
20010
ERM
20020
ERM
20040
FDSC
20010
FDSC
20020
INDM 20010
TOTAL
Module Title
Genetics and Biotechnology
Animal Nutrition I
Principles of Engineering
Electives
Fundamentals of Arable Crop Production
Applied Plant Biology
Soil Science I
Agricultural Ecology and Pollution Control
Agricultural Chemistry I
Agricultural Chemistry II
Agricultural Microbiology
Credit-Rating
5
5
5
10
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
60
Marks
125
125
125
250
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
1500
Level
5
5
5
5
5
5
10
5
5
5
5
60
Credit-Rating
125
125
125
125
125
125
250
125
125
125
125
1500
Credit-Rating
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
60
Marks
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
1500
Animal and Crop Production Teagasc/IT Transfer [AGBDF0020]
Module Code
AERD 1901
AERD 1902
BIOL
1901
BIOL
1903
CHEM 0901
CHEM 1901
CPSC
1921
EXPH
1901
EXPH
1909
MATH 1801
MATH 1802
TOTAL
Module Title
Agricultural Economics and Business
Information Skills and Computer Applications
Animal Biology and Evolution (BAgrSc)
Cell and Plant Biology
Introductory Chemistry
Introduction to Organic and Physical Chemistry
Electives
Physics I (BAgrSc)
Physics II (BAgrSc)
Discrete Mathematics (BAgrSc)
Calculus (BAgrSc)
Animal Science [AGBDF0004]
Module Code
AERD 20040
ANSC 20040
ANSC 20010
ANSC 20020
ANSC 2201
CPSC
20010
CPSC
20030
ERM
20010
ERM
20040
FDSC
20010
FDSC
20020
INDM 20010
TOTAL
Module Title
Written Communications
Principles of Animal Health, Behaviour and Welfare
Genetics and Biotechnology
Animal Nutrition I
Electives
Applied Biostatistics
Principles of Crop Science
Applied Plant Biology
Agricultural Ecology and Pollution Control
Agricultural Chemistry I
Agricultural Chemistry II
Agricultural Microbiology
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SECOND UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE CONT’D
Animal Science Teagasc/IT Transfer [AGBDF0021]
Module Code
AERD 1901
AERD 1902
ANSC 4400
BIOL
1901
BIOL
1903
CHEM 0901
CHEM 1901
EXPH
1901
EXPH
1909
MATH 1801
MATH 1802
TOTAL
Module Title
Agricultural Economics and Business
Information Skills and Computer Applications
Electives
Animal Biology and Evolution (BAgrSc)
Cell and Plant Biology
Introductory Chemistry
Introduction to Organic and Physical Chemistry
Physics I (BAgrSc)
Physics II (BAgrSc)
Discrete Mathematics (BAgrSc)
Calculus (BAgrSc)
Credit-Rating
5
5
10
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
60
Marks
125
125
250
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
1500
Credit-Rating
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
60
Marks
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
1500
Credit-Rating
10
5
5
5
5
Marks
250
125
125
125
125
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
60
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
1500
Applied Environmental Sciences [AGBDF0036]
Module Code
ANSC 20010
ANSC 20030
CPSC
20010
CPSC
20030
ERM
20010
ERM
20020
ERM
20030
ERM
20050
ERM
20060
FDSC
20010
FDSC
20020
INDM 20010
TOTAL
Module Title
Genetics and Biotechnology
Principles of Animal Science
Applied Biostatistics
Principles of Crop Science
Applied Plant Biology
Soil Science I
Earth Science, Climatology and the Environment
Physiological Plant Ecology
Applied Zoology I
Agricultural Chemistry I
Agricultural Chemistry II
Agricultural Microbiology
Engineering Technology [AGBDF0008]
Module Code
Module Title
BSEN 2201
Electives
BSEN 20010
Engineering and Surveying
BSEN 20020
Principles of Engineering
BSEN 20040
Literature research project
BSEN 30040
Computer and Manufacturing Technology
Six of the following modules:
AERD 20030
Business Management
CPSC 20010
Applied Biostatistics
ERM
20040
Agricultural Ecology & Pollution Control
FDSC 20010
Agricultural Chemistry I
INDM 20010
Agricultural Microbiology
ANSC 20010
Genetics and Biotechnology
ANSC 20030
Principles of Animal Science
BSEN 20030
Food Technology
CPSC 20030
Principles of Crop Science
TOTAL
186
Food and Agribusiness Management [AGBDF0025]
Module Code
AERD 2201
AERD 20010
AERD 20020
AERD 20030
AERD 20040
ANSC 20030
CPSC
20010
CPSC
20030
ERM
20010
FDSC
20010
INDM 20010
TOTAL
Module Title
Electives
Applied Economic Analysis
Business Law
Business Management
Written Communications
Principles of Animal Science
Applied Biostatistics
Principles of Crop Science
Applied Plant Biology
Agricultural Chemistry I
Agricultural Microbiology
Credit-Rating
10
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
60
Marks
250
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
1500
Credit-Rating
5
10
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
60
Marks
125
250
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
1500
Food and Agribusiness Management Teagasc/IT Transfer [AGBDF0032]
Module Code
AERD 1901
AERD 2202
AERD 20010
AERD 20030
AERD 20040
ANSC 20030
CHEM 0901
CPSC
20010
CPSC
20030
ERM
20010
INDM 20010
TOTAL
Module Title
Agricultural Economics and Business
Electives
Applied Economic Analysis
Business Management
Written Communications
Principles of Animal Science
Introductory Chemistry
Applied Biostatistics
Principles of Crop Science
Applied Plant Biology
Agricultural Microbiology
Food Science [AGBDF0007]
Module Code
ANSC 20030
CPSC
20010
CPSC
20030
ERM
20040
FDSC
2201
FDSC
20010
FDSC
20020
FDSC
20030
FDSC
20040
FDSC
20050
INDM 20010
TOTAL
Module Title
Principles of Animal Science
Applied Biostatistics
Principles of Crop Science
Agricultural Ecology and Pollution Control
Electives
Agricultural Chemistry I
Agricultural Chemistry II
Basic Food Analysis
Sensory Analysis
Food Science I: Food Physics
Agricultural Microbiology
Credit-Rating
5
5
5
5
10
5
5
5
5
5
5
60
Marks
125
125
125
125
250
125
125
125
125
125
125
1500
187
SECOND UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE CONT’D
Forestry [AGBDF0011]
Module Code
AERD 20030
BSEN
20010
ERM
20010
ERM
20020
ERM
20050
FDSC
20020
FOR
2201
FOR
20030
FOR
20040
FOR
20050
INDM 20010
TOTAL
Module Title
Business Management
Engineering and Surveying
Applied Plant Biology
Soil Science I
Physiological Plant Ecology
Agricultural Chemistry II
Electives
Forest Mensuration and Biometrics
Fundamentals of Forestry
Principles of Silviculture
Agricultural Microbiology
Credit-Rating
5
5
5
5
5
5
10
5
5
5
5
60
Marks
125
125
125
125
125
125
250
125
125
125
125
1500
Credit-Rating
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
10
5
5
5
60
Marks
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
250
125
125
125
1500
Horticulture, Landscape and Sportsturf Management [AGBDF0037]
Module Code
AERD 20030
BSEN
20010
ERM
20010
ERM
20020
ERM
20050
FDSC
20010
FDSC
20020
HORT 2201
HORT 20020
HORT 20030
INDM 20010
TOTAL
Module Title
Business Management
Engineering and Surveying
Applied Plant Biology
Soil Science I
Physiological Plant Ecology
Agricultural Chemistry I
Agricultural Chemistry II
Electives
Fundamentals of Horticulture 1
Fundamentals of Horticulture 2
Agricultural Microbiology
Landscape Architecture [AGBDF0038]
Module Code
ERM
20010
ERM
20020
ERM
20050
HORT 2202
HORT 20020
HORT 20040
LARC 20020
LARC 20030
LARC 20040
LARC 20050
LARC 20060
TOTAL
188
Module Title
Applied Plant Biology
Soil Science I
Physiological Plant Ecology
Electives
Fundamentals of Horticulture 1
History of Designed Landscape and Sociology
Landscape Studio 2A
Landscape Design Theory
Landscape Studio 2B (Place and Context)
Landscape Studio 2C - Construction Techniques 1
Computer Applications in Landscape Architecture
Credit-Rating
5
5
5
10
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
60
Marks
125
125
125
250
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
1500
THIRD UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE
Animal and Crop Production [AGBDF0003]
Module Code
ANSC 30010
ANSC 30020
CPSC
3302
CPSC
30010
ERM
30020
ERM
30040
ERM
30050
TOTAL
Module Title
Animal Physiology - Reproduction
Animal Breeding
Electives*
Professional Work Experience
Soil Science II
Plant Protection - Pests
Plant Protection - Diseases
Credit-Rating
5
5
5
30
5
5
5
60
Marks
125
125
125
125
125
125
750
Credit-Rating
5
5
5
10
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
60
Marks
125
125
125
250
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
1500
Credit-Rating
15
5
5
5
5
5
5
10
5
60
Marks
375
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
1250
Animal and Crop Production Teagasc/IT Transfer [AGBDF0020]
Module Code
ANSC 20010
ANSC 20020
BSEN
20020
CPSC
2201
CPSC
20020
ERM
20010
ERM
20020
ERM
20040
FDSC
20010
FDSC
20020
INDM 20010
TOTAL
Module Title
Genetics and Biotechnology
Animal Nutrition I
Principles of Engineering
Electives
Fundamentals of Arable Crop Production
Applied Plant Biology
Soil Science I
Agricultural Ecology and Pollution Control
Agricultural Chemistry I
Agricultural Chemistry II
Agricultural Microbiology
Animal Science [AGBDF0004]
Module Code
ANSC 3301
ANSC 20040
ANSC 30010
ANSC 30020
ANSC 30030
ANSC 30040
ANSC 30060
ANSC 30070
INDM 30010
TOTAL
Module Title
Electives
Principles of Animal Health, Behaviour and Welfare
Animal Physiology - Reproduction
Animal Breeding
Animal Genomics
Animal Nutrition II
Animal Physiology - Systems
Professional Work Experience
Food Microbiology
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THIRD UNIVERSITY EXAMTINATION IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE CONT’D
Animal Science Teagasc/IT Transfer [AGBDF0021]
Module Code
ANSC 3302
ANSC 20010
ANSC 20020
ANSC 20040
CPSC
20010
ERM
20010
ERM
20040
FDSC
20010
FDSC
20020
INDM 20010
TOTAL
Module Title
Electives
Genetics and Biotechnology
Animal Nutrition I
Principles of Animal Health, Behaviour and Welfare
Applied Biostatistics
Applied Plant Biology
Agricultural Ecology and Pollution Control
Agricultural Chemistry I
Agricultural Chemistry II
Agricultural Microbiology
Credit-Rating
15
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
60
Marks
375
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
1500
Credit-Rating
15
5
5
5
5
5
5
10
5
60
Marks
375
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
1250
Credit-Rating
10
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
10
5
60
Marks
250
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
1,250
Agricultural and Environmental Science [AGBDF0006]
Module Code
AESC
3301
ERM
20020
ERM
30010
ERM
30020
ERM
30030
ERM
30080
ERM
30090
ERM
30100
FOR
40030
TOTAL
Module Title
Electives
Soil Science I
Diversity in the Rural Landscape
Soil Science II
Applied Zoology II
Human Impact on the Environment
Agrichemicals and the Environment
Professional Work Experience
Experimental Design
Agricultural and Environmental Science WIT Transfer [AGBDF0017]
Module Code
AESC
3302
ERM
20020
ERM
20030
ERM
30010
ERM
30020
ERM
30030
ERM
30080
ERM
30090
ERM
30100
FOR
40030
Total
190
Module Title
Electives
Soil Science I
Earth Science, Climatology and the Environment
Diversity in the Rural Landscape
Soil Science II
Applied Zoology II
Human Impact on the Environment
Agrichemicals and the Environment
Professional Work Experience
Experimental Design
THIRD UNIVERSITY EXAMTINATION IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE CONT’D
Engineering Technology [AGBDF0008]
Module Code
Module Title
BSEN
3301
Electives
BSEN
30050
Computer Information Systems
BSEN
30140
Major Project (literature and planning)
BSEN
30150
Major Project (preparatory field/laboratory work)
BSEN
30060
Computer Programming
Five of the following modules:
AERD 30050
Financial Planning and Control
BSEN
30190
Power and Machinery - Hydraulic Systems
BSEN
30220
Soil Engineering
BSEN
30230
Unit Operations in Bioprocess Engineering
BSEN
30010
Bioprocess Engineering Principles
BSEN
30200
Power and Machinery – Internal Combustion Engines
BSEN
30240
Waste Management
FOR
30190
Remote Sensing and GIS
TOTAL
Credit-Rating
15
5
5
5
5
Marks
375
125
125
125
125
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
60
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
1500
Credit-Rating
15
5
5
5
5
10
5
5
5
60
Marks
375
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
1250
Credit-Rating
15
5
5
5
5
10
5
5
5
60
Marks
375
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
1250
Food and Agribusiness Management [AGBDF0025]
Module Code
AERD 3302
AERD 30010
AERD 30040
AERD 30060
AERD 30090
AERD 30110
AERD 30130
BSEN
30120
FDSC
40110
TOTAL
Module Title
Electives
Computer Analysis
Farm Business Management I
Food and Agribusiness Marketing
Operations and Personnel Management
Professional Work Experience
Quantitative Methods
Food Quality and Safety Assurance
Fresh and Processed Meat Products III
Food and Agribusiness Management Teagasc/IT Transfer [AGBDF0032]
Module Code
AERD 3304
AERD 30010
AERD 30040
AERD 30060
AERD 30090
AERD 30110
AERD 30130
BSEN
30120
FDSC
40110
TOTAL
Module Title
Electives
Computer Analysis
Farm Business Management I
Food and Agribusiness Marketing
Operations and Personnel Management
Professional Work Experience
Quantitative Methods
Food Quality and Safety Assurance
Fresh and Processed Meat Products III
191
THIRD UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE CONT’D
Food and Agribusiness Management Two-Year Transfer [AGBDF0033]
Module Code
AERD 3305
AERD 20010
AERD 30010
AERD 30040
AERD 30050
AERD 30090
AERD 30110
AERD 30130
BSEN
30120
FDSC
40110
TOTAL
Module Title
Electives
Applied Economic Analysis
Computer Analysis
Farm Business Management I
Financial Planning and Control
Operations and Personnel Management
Professional Work Experience
Quantitative Methods
Food Quality and Safety Assurance
Fresh and Processed Meat Products III
Credit-Rating
10
5
5
5
5
5
10
5
5
5
60
Marks
250
125
125
125
125
125
250
125
125
125
1500
Food Science [AGBDF0007]
Module Code
BSEN
30010
FDSC
3301
FDSC
30010
FDSC
30020
FDSC
30030
FDSC
30040
FDSC
30050
FDSC
30060
FDSC
30070
FDSC
30080
INDM 30010
TOTAL
Module Title
Bioprocess Engineering Principles
Electives
Biochemistry
Food Analysis I
Food Analysis II
Food Chemistry 1
Food Chemistry II
Nutrition I
Product Development
Professional Work Experience
Food Microbiology
Credit-Rating
5
10
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
60
Marks
125
250
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
1375
Credit-Rating
5
10
5
5
5
5
10
5
5
5
60
Marks
125
250
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
1250
Forestry [AGBDF0011]
Module Code
ERM
30070
FOR
3301
FOR
30060
FOR
30070
FOR
30080
FOR
30100
FOR
30180
FOR
30190
FOR
30200
FOR
30220
TOTAL
192
Module Title
Forest Protection
Electives
Forest Establishment
Forest Harvesting
Forest Inventory and Biometrics
Forest Management
Professional Work Experience
Remote Sensing and GIS
Silviculture of Forest Stands
Wood Science
THIRD UNIVERSITY EXAMTINATION IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE CONT’D
Horticultural Science [AGBDF0012]
Module Code
ERM
30020
ERM
30040
ERM
30050
HORT 30050
HORT 30030
HORT 30060
HORT 30020
HORT 30040
HORT 30070
HORT 30080
HORT 30100
TOTAL
Module Title
Soil Science II
Plant Protection – Pests
Plant Protection - Diseases
Plant Materials
Garden Centre Management
Pomology
Elements of Landscape Design
Landscape Management
Professional Work Experience
Protected Horticulture
Vegetable Production
Credit-Rating
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
10
5
5
60
Marks
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
1250
Credit-Rating
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
Marks
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
10
5
5
60
250
125
125
1500
Horticultural Science ITB/WIT Transfer [AGBDF023]
Module Code
AERD 1901
BIOL
1901
BIOL
1903
CHEM 0901
CHEM 1901
EXPH
1901
EXPH
1909
HORT 1901
HORT 3303
MATH 1801
MATH 1802
TOTAL
Module Title
Agricultural Economics and Business
Animal Biology and Evolution
Cell and Plant Biology
Introductory Chemistry
Introduction to Organic and Physical Chemistry
Physics I (BAgrSc)
Physics II (BAgrSc)
Introduction to Horticulture, Landscape and Sportsturf
Management
Electives
Discrete Mathematics (BAgrSc)
Calculus (BAgrSc)
Landscape Horticulture [AGBDF0010]
Module Code
ERM
30060
FOR
30190
HORT 3302
HORT 30040
HORT 30050
HORT 30070
LARC 30020
LARC 30030
LARC 30040
LARC 30050
TOTAL
Module Title
Landscape Ecology
Remote Sensing and GIS
Electives
Landscape Management
Plant Materials
Professional Work Experience
Landscape Studio 3A (Site planning)
Landscape Studio 3B (Construction Techniques 2)
Landscape Studio 3C
(Plant/Ecological Applications)
Landscape Studio 3D (Construction Techniques 3)
Credit-Rating
5
5
10
5
5
10
5
5
5
Marks
125
125
250
125
125
125
125
125
5
60
125
1250
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REGULATIONS FOR THE FOURTH UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION
IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE
The curricula and the examinations for the Fourth Years of the BAgrSc degree programme options will be offered on a
modularised basis and will, in so far as is possible, be organised on a semesterised basis. The system is to be regarded as
having features of a flexible system involving the credit accumulation, with student progression at varying rates. Among
the main characteristics of the system are the following:

Full time students should take, and pass, modules with a cumulative credit rating of 60 credits each year. The relevant degree will be
awarded when the student has passed modules with a cumulative credit rating of 240 credits.

When a pass mark is obtained in any module, irrespective of what happens to other modules taken in the same
examination, the student is exempt for further examination in that module, and the credits for that module are added to
the student’s record.
Examination marks from modules completed in the first and second semester will be aggregated in order to determine
the student’s overall Fourth University Examination Result.
The modules to be taken are as outlined in the ‘BAgrSc - Summary of Degree Programme Options’ documentation.
Modules required for transfer students are as outlined in the ‘BAgrSc – Summary of Transfer Programmes’
documentation.
Modules for each degree programme option may be classed as core or elective. (Modules which are core in one degree
programme option may be elective in another degree programme option).
 Marks are allocated to modules (core and elective) on the basis of 25 marks per credit.



i.
Timing of Examinations
The Fourth University Examination in Agricultural Science will normally consist of examinations taken at the end of each
semester, along with other forms of examination such as Continuous Assessment, the timing of which will be arranged to
suit the individual degree programmes. Provisional results from the examinations for first semester modules will be issued
early in the second semester. The supplemental examination for all modules taken in either semester shall be held in the
autumn.
ii.
Distribution of Marks
Marks for individual modules may be distributed between "Written" and "Other" forms of examination. “Other" forms of
examination may consist of practicals, orals, continuous assessment, years work, etc. In certain specialised modules all the
marks may be allocated for projects, assignments, etc.
iii.
Pass Standard
For a pass 40% will be required in each module, compensation to be allowed.
iv.
Honours - BAgrSc Degree Examination
Honours in the BAgrSc degree shall be awarded on the basis of the combined aggregate marks of the Third and Fourth
University Examinations as follows:
First Class Honours
70%
Second Class Honours (Grade I)
60%
Second Class Honours, (Grade II)
50%
Honours will normally only be awarded to candidates who attempt the modules of the Third and Fourth University
Examinations in toto at the first opportunity. (Exemption from this regulation may be granted to individual candidates in
exceptional circumstances.)
Candidates who do not pass all the modules in the Third University Examination at the first attempt will be eligible for
honours in the BAgrSc degree. In such instance, for the calculation of the combined aggregate mark for the determination
of honours, the marks obtained in the successful attempt for each module of the Third University Examination shall be
used.
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v.
Compensation
(a) Compensation between modules shall be permitted provided:
(i) the candidates marks do not fall below 30% in any individual module; and
(ii) the candidate has obtained an overall average mark of at least 44% in the examination as a whole.
(b) In repeat examinations in which a candidate has previously been awarded exemptions, compensation between modules
will also be permitted provided:
(i)
the candidate’s marks do not fall below 30% in any individual module; and
(ii)
the candidate has obtained an overall average mark of at least 44% in all outstanding modules.
vi.
Exemption
A candidate who obtains at least 40% in individual modules will be awarded exemption from further examination in those
modules. This regulation shall apply in all examinations, including repeat examinations for which exemption in individual
subjects has already been granted.
vii.
Carrying Marks Forward
Where some or all of the marks for a module are allocated for a form of examination other than a written examination, a
candidate who does not pass the module(s) or who is not granted exemption in the module(s) may carry forward the
appropriate marks to repeat examinations in these modules.
viii.
Electives
Electives will be treated as a single entity in each examination but may consist of a number of individual elective modules.
Candidates may be debarred from passing Electives or from obtaining compensation in the examination on the grounds of
extreme weakness (less than 30%) in individual elective modules. Where a candidate has failed Electives as a whole but
has obtained satisfactory marks in individual elective modules, these marks may be carried forward to repeat examinations.
Individual Elective modules are awarded marks on the basis of 25 marks per credit.
ix.
Bilateral/Overseas Exchanges
Candidates may omit one or more of the prescribed modules in the Third and/or Fourth University Examinations in
Agricultural Science and replace it by approved subjects/courses/modules taken for credit and completed satisfactorily at
other universities. This procedure is conditional on the prior agreement and approval by the relevant BAgrSc Degree
Programme Option Coordinator and the BAgrSc Programme Board. An upper limit of 30 credits will be allowed and the
subjects/courses/modules taken in other universities will be taken into account meeting the requirements for the relevant
examination and in the awarding of Honours.
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FOURTH UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE
Animal and Crop Production [AGBDF0003]
Module Code
AERD 4002
AERD 4003
AERD 4016
AERD 4017
ANSC 4004
ANSC 4005
CPSC
4005
CPSC
4006
CPSC
4100
Total
Module Title
Communications I
Farm Business
Agricultural Policy Ia
Agricultural Policy Ib
Animal Husbandry IVa
Animal Husbandry IVb
Crop Husbandry IVa
Crop Husbandry IVb
Electives**
Credit-Rating
4
6
3
3
12
4
8
6
14
60
Marks
100
150
75
75
300
100
200
150
350
1500
Credit-Rating
4
5
5
31
5
5
5
60
Marks
100
125
125
775
125
125
125
1500
Credit-Rating
4
6
3
3
4
6
12
4
10
4
4
60
Marks
100
150
75
75
100
150
300
100
250
100
100
1500
Animal and Crop Production Teagasc/IT Transfer [AGBDF0020]
Module Code
AERD 4002
ANSC 30010
ANSC 30020
CPSC
4401
ERM
30020
ERM
30040
ERM
30050
TOTAL
Module Title
Communications I
Animal Physiology - Reproduction
Animal Breeding
Electives
Soil Science II
Plant Protection - Pests
Plant Protection - Diseases
Animal Science [AGBDF0004]
Module Code
AERD 4002
AERD 4003
AERD 4016
AERD 4017
ANSC 4002
ANSC 4003
ANSC 4004
ANSC 4005
ANSC 4400
ERM
4004
FDSC
4017
Total
196
Module Title
Communications I
Farm Business
Agricultural Policy Ia
Agricultural Policy Ib
Animal Husbandry V
Animal Breeding II
Animal Husbandry IVa
Animal Husbandry IVb
Electives
Environmental Issues in Agriculture
Fresh and Processed Meat Products II
FOURTH UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE
Animal Science Teagasc/IT Transfer [AGBDF0021]
Module Code
ANSC 4006
ANSC 4402
ANSC 20040
ANSC 30010
ANSC 30020
ANSC 30030
ANSC 30040
ANSC 30060
INDM 30010
TOTAL
Module Title
Animal Science Project
Electives*
Principles of Animal Health, Behaviour and Welfare
Animal Physiology - Reproduction
Animal Breeding
Animal Genomics
Animal Nutrition II
Animal Physiology - Systems
Food Microbiology
Level
4
21
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
60
Credit-Rating
100
525
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
1500
Agricultural and Environmental Science [AGBDF0006]
Module Code
Module Title
AESC
4051
Project
AESC
4400
Electives
ERM
4003
Environmental Impact Assessment
ERM
4005
Environmental Management
ERM
4006
Soil and Water Management
Four of the following modules:
AESC
4004
Wildlife Management
AESC
4005
Epidemiology and Zoonoses
AESC
4006
Pest Management
AESC
4007
Plant Disease Management
AESC
4008
Molecular Biology and the Environment
Total
Credit-Rating
12
12
4
8
8
Marks
300
300
100
200
200
4
4
4
4
4
125
125
125
125
125
1500
Credit-Rating
8
8
8
8
8
14
Marks
200
200
200
200
200
350
6
60
150
1500
Engineering Technology [AGBDF0008]
Module Code
ENGT 4001
ENGT 4002
ENGT 4003
ENGT 4007
ENGT 4008
ENGT 4050
ENGT 4100
TOTAL
Module Title
Buildings and Environment
Food Manufacturing Systems
Food Process Engineering
Power and Machinery II
Environmental Engineering Principles
Major Project II
(including professional work experience)
Electives
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FOURTH UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE CONT’D
Agribusiness and Rural Development [AGBDF0005]
Module Code
AERD 4004
AERD 4006
AERD 4007
AERD 4009
AERD 4011
AERD 4012
AERD 4014
AERD 4015
AERD 4018
AERD 4019
AERD 4050
AERD 4400
ECON 4101
TOTAL
Module Title
Agricultural Marketing and Trade
Communications II
Enterprise Development
Food and Farm Input Marketing
Research Methods/ Project
Taxation
Farm Business Management II
IT and E-Business
Agricultural Policy IIa
Agricultural Policy IIb
Major Project
Electives
National Economics
Credit-Rating
4
6
4
4
6
2
6
4
4
4
4
8
4
60
Marks
100
150
100
100
150
50
150
100
100
100
100
200
100
1500
Credit-Rating
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
10
60
Marks
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
125
250
1500
Credit-Rating
12
6
4
10
16
12
60
Marks
300
150
100
250
400
300
1500
Food Science [AGBDF0007]
Module Code
BSEN
30120
FDSC
40010
FDSC
40020
FDSC
40030
FDSC
40040
FDSC
40050
FDSC
40060
FDSC
40070
FDSC
40080
FDSC
40090
FDSC
40100
TOTAL
Module Title
Food Quality and Safety Assurance
Fermented Foods
Food Ingredients
Food Process Technology I
Food Process Technology II
Food Safety
Fresh and Processed Meat Products I
Marketing
Milk and Dairy Products
Nutrition II
Project
Forestry [AGBDF0011]
Module Code
FOR
4003
FOR
4004
FOR
4005
FOR
4006
FOR
4051
FOR
4100
Total
198
Module Title
Forest Management Plan
Forest Planning
Experimental Design
Forest Inventory and GIS
Research Project
Electives
FOURTH UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE CONT’D
Horticultural Science [AGBDF0012]
Module Code
AERD 4006
AERD 4007
CPSC
4004
ERM
4007
HORT 4003
HORT 4004
HORT 4005
HORT 4006
HORT 4007
HORT 4050
HORT 4400
Total
Module Title
Communications II
Enterprise Development
Crop Breeding
Molecular Crop Breeding
Landscape and Turfgrass Management II
Nursery/Garden Centre Management II
Pomology II
Protected Horticulture II
Vegetable Crops II
Research Project
Electives
Credit-Rating
6
4
2
2
4
4
4
4
2
10
18
60
Marks
150
100
50
50
100
100
100
100
50
250
450
1500
Credit-Rating
6
5
5
5
10
24
5
60
Marks
150
125
125
125
250
600
125
1500
Credit-Rating
6
6
4
4
4
6
Marks
150
150
100
100
100
150
4
8
10
8
60
100
200
250
200
1500
Horticultural Science ITB/WIT Transfer [AGBDF0023]
Module Code
AERD 4006
ERM
20010
ERM
20020
FDSC
20010
HORT 4050
HORT 4402
INDM 20010
TOTAL
Module Title
Communications II
Applied Plant Biology
Soil Science I
Agricultural Chemistry I
Research Project
Electives*
Agricultural Microbiology
Landscape Horticultural [AGBDF0010]
Module Code
AERD 4006
AESC
4002
ERM
4003
HORT 4003
HORT 4009
HORT 4010
HORT
HORT
HORT
HORT
Total
4013
4014
4051
4101
Module Title
Communications II
Plant Protection II
Environmental Impact Assessment
Landscape and Turfgrass Management II
Landscape Planning
Landscape Design Theory III and Professional Practice
and Planning Law II
Landscape Design Studio 4a
Landscape Design Studio 4b
Landscape Research Project
Electives
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AGBDP0001 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN RURAL DEVELOPMENT (BSc(RD))
Regulations for the BSc (Rural Development)
Level One: First University Examination
To be admitted to the First University Examination in Rural Development a student must have satisfactorily pursued
prescribed modules to the value of 60 credits. Students will complete both Parts A and B as summarised below (60 credits
over two academic years).
Level 1 - BSc (Rural Development)
Part A
Module
RDEV 1101
1
Introduction to Rural Development
RDEV 1102
2
Socio-Economic Aspects of Rural Development
RDEV 1103
3
Socio-Economic Community/Area Resource Audits
RDEV 1104
4
Community and Rural Development through Groups
RDEV 1105
5
Choosing and Setting up a Rural Development Related
Organisation/Structure
RDEV 1106
6
Marketing for Rural Enterprise
Part B
RDEV 1107
RDEV 1108
RDEV 1109
RDEV 1110
RDEV 1111
RDEV 1150
Sub Total
7
8
9
10
11
12
Module
Business Planning and Stimulating Rural Enterprise
Interpersonal Communications, Leadership and Group Work Skills
S Designing and Managing an Area Development Plan
Inter-Organisational Partnership and the Role of Support Agencies
Social Exclusion and Gender Equality Issues in Rural Development
Integrated Fieldwork Project
Credits Marks
5
100
5
100
5
100
5
100
5
100
5
100
5
5
5
5
5
5
60
100
100
100
100
100
100
1200
Time: An Examination to be held in Summer with an Autumn Supplemental Examination.
Modules: Students must take the listed modules amounting to 60 credits
Marks Maxima: 100 marks per five-credit module. Total: 1,200 marks.
Years Work: All marks in any subject in Level 1 (Part A and Part B) may be allotted to Year’s work.
Distribution of Marks: as per table above; assessment details for individual modules are contained in the Book of Modules.
Pass and Progression to Level II
The Pass Standard in each module is 40%. To pass Part A and progress to Part B a candidate must obtain an overall
aggregate pass of 240/600 (i.e., an average of 40%) across all Part A modules.
To pass Level One as a whole, a candidate must obtain an overall aggregate of 480/1200, (i.e., an average of 40%)
across all Part A and Part B modules.
Compensation:
Level One students may compensate in subjects to a total of 15 credits, the compensatory pass shall be effective at a
mark of 30%.
Exemptions: All passed modules carry an exemption which is limited to a period of five years from the date a student
originally achieved the exemption.
Repeating Modules: Students may repeat failed modules in the Autumn Supplemental Examination where there is
provision to do so, or in a repeat year. A maximum of four attempts at an examination is allowable in any module.
Autumn Supplemental Examination: If a student fails or does not submit continuous assessment, he/she must submit
alternative assessment as prescribed by the Department.
Award of Diploma: A Diploma in Rural Development will be awarded to those who have successfully completed Level 1
of the programme.
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Eligibility for Honours: Students are eligible for the award of honours on the aggregate mark for the year over the
Summer and Autumn Supplemental Examinations. In a repeat year: (i) students wishing to relinquish their exemptions and
repeat the year in full are eligible for the award of honours with no restrictions on the marks awarded for modules at the
Summer Examination; (ii) students wishing to retain their exemptions may repeat failed modules and will be eligible for the
award of honours based on the aggregate of marks carried from the previous year and modules passed at the Summer or
Autumn Supplemental Examination of the repeat year.
Honours Standard: Honours are awarded as follows:
First Class:
70 – 100%
Second Class (Grade I):
60 – 69%
Second Class (Grade II):
50 – 59%
Third Class:
45 – 49%
Pass
40 – 44%
Level Two: Second University Examination
No student may register for Level II of the programme of study until the First University Examination in the BSc
Rural Development has been passed. Level II consists of modules to the value of 60 credits. To be admitted to the
Second University Examination in Rural Development a student must have satisfactorily pursued prescribed
modules to the value of 60 credits. 60 credits per year (full-time) or 30 credits per year (part-time).
Level 2 - BSc (Rural Development)
Part A
RDEV
RDEV
RDEV
RDEV
RDEV
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
13
14
15
16
17
Module
SME Development
Co-operative Theory and Practice
Project Planning and Development
Information Technology
Communications in Development
Part B
RDEV 2006
RDEV 2007
RDEV 2008
RDEV 2009
RDEV 2010
Sub Total
18
19
20
21
22
Module
Public and Social Policy Processes
Community Education & Development
Rural Labour Markets
Rural Development: Social & Economic Aspects of Policy & Planning
Socio-Economic Research/Level Two
Credits Marks
5
100
5
100
10
200
5
100
5
100
5
5
5
10
5
60
100
100
100
200
100
1,200
Time: An Examination to be held in Summer with an Autumn Supplemental Examination.
Modules: Students must take the listed core modules amounting to 60 credits.
Marks Maxima: 100 per five credit module, 200 per ten credit module. Total: 1,200 marks for full-time students. Total:
600 marks for part-time students.
Year’s Work: Up to 60% of the marks in any subject in Level II (Part A and Part B) may be allotted to Year’s work.
Distribution of Marks: Distribution of marks as per table above; assessment details (including End of Year Written
Examination Profile) for individual modules are contained in the Book of Modules.
Pass and Progression to Level III (Full-Time)
The pass standard in each module is 40%. To pass Level II and progress to Level III, a candidate must obtain an
overall aggregate pass of 480/1200 (i.e., an average of 40%) across all modules in Part A & B.
Pass and Progression to Level III (Part-Time)
To pass Level II Part A and progress to Level II Part B a candidate must obtain an overall aggregate pass of 240/600 (i.e.,
an average of 40%) across all Part A modules.
To pass Level II as a whole and proceed to Level III, a candidate must obtain an overall aggregate of 480/1200, (i.e.,
an average of 40%) across all modules in Part A & B.
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Compensation:
Level One students may compensate in subjects to a total of 15 credits, the compensatory pass shall be effective at a mark
of 30%.
Exemptions: All passed modules carry an exemption which is limited to a period of five years from the date a student
originally achieved the exemption.
Repeating Modules: Students may repeat failed modules in the Autumn Supplemental Examination where there is
provision to do so, or in a repeat year. A maximum of four attempts at an examination is allowable in any module.
Autumn Supplemental Examination: A student who fails the module may attempt a supplemental or repeat examination.
A student who fails the module as a result of failing the written examination may carry forward passing continuous
assessment marks to the supplemental or repeat examination. If a student fails or does not submit continuous assessment,
he/she must submit alternative assessment as prescribed by the Department.
Eligibility for Honours: Students are eligible for the award of honours on the aggregate mark for the year over the
Summer and Autumn Supplemental Examinations. In a repeat year: (i) students wishing to relinquish their exemptions and
repeat the year in full are eligible for the award of honours with no restrictions on the marks awarded for modules at the
Summer Examination; (ii) students wishing to retain their exemptions may repeat failed modules and will be eligible for the
award of honours based on the aggregate of marks carried from the previous year and modules passed at the Summer or
Autumn Supplemental Examination of the repeat year.
Honours Standard: Honours are awarded as follows:
First Class:
70 – 100%
Second Class (Grade I):
60 – 69%
Second Class (Grade II):
50 – 59%
Third Class:
45 – 49%
Pass
40 – 44%
Level Three: Third University Examination
No student may register for Level III of the programme of study until the Second University Examination in the BSc Rural
Development has been passed. Level III consists of modules to the value of 60 credits. To be admitted to the Third
University Examination in Rural Development a student must have satisfactorily pursued prescribed modules to the value
of 60 credits. 60 credits per year (full-time) or 30 credits per year (half-time).
Level III – BSc (Rural Development)
Part A
RDEV
RDEV
RDEV
RDEV
3001
3002
3003
3004
23
24
25
26
Part B
RDEV 3005 27
RDEV 3006 28
RDEV 3007 29
Sub Total
Module
Financial Analysis and Planning
Food Business
Socio-Economic Research/Level Three
Co-operative and Rural Social Enterprise
Credits Marks
5
100
5
100
10
200
10
200
Module
Health and Social Service Policy
Rural Tourism
Research Project/Thesis
Credits Marks
5
100
5
100
20
400
60
1,200
Time: An Examination to be held in Summer with an Autumn Supplemental Examination.
Modules: Students must take the listed modules amounting to 60 credits.
Marks Maxima: 100 per five credit module, 200 per ten credit module, 400 per twenty credit module. Total: 1,200 marks
for full-time students. Total: 600 for part-time students.
Year’s Work: Up to 60% of the marks in any subject in Level III (Part A and Part B) may be allotted to Year’s work,
except in the case of the Research Project/Thesis. In the case of this subject all marks are allocated to years work.
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Distribution of Marks: Distribution of marks as per table above; assessment details (including End of Year Written
Examination Profile) for individual modules are contained in the Book of Modules.
Pass Standard for Level III (Full Time)
The pass standard in each module is 40%. To pass Level III, a candidate must obtain an overall aggregate pass of 480/1200
(i.e., an average of 40%) across all modules.
Pass Standard and Progression in Level III (Part-Time)
To pass Level III Part A and progress to Part B a candidate must obtain an overall aggregate pass of 240/600 (i.e., an
average of 40%) across all Part A modules. To pass Level III as a whole, part-time students must obtain an overall
aggregate of 480/1200, (i.e., an average of 40%) across all modules in Part A & B.
Compensation:
Level One students may compensate in subjects to a total of 15 credits, the compensatory pass shall be effective at a
mark of 30%.
Exemptions: All passed modules carry an exemption which is limited to a period of five years from the date a student
originally achieved the exemption.
Repeating Modules: Students may repeat failed modules in the Autumn Supplemental Examination where there is
provision to do so, or in a repeat year. A maximum of four attempts at an examination is allowable in any module.
Autumn Supplemental Examination: A student who fails the module may attempt a supplemental or repeat examination.
A student who fails the module as a result of failing the written examination may carry forward passing continuous
assessment marks to the supplemental or repeat examination. If a student fails or does not submit continuous assessment,
he/she must submit alternative assessment as prescribed by the Department.
Eligibility for Honours: Students are eligible for the award of honours on the aggregate mark for the year over the
Summer and Autumn Supplemental Examinations. In a repeat year: (i) students wishing to relinquish their exemptions and
repeat the year in full are eligible for the award of honours with no restrictions on the marks awarded for modules at the
Summer Examination; (ii) students wishing to retain their exemptions may repeat failed modules and will be eligible for the
award of honours based on the aggregate of marks carried from the previous year and modules passed at the Summer or
Autumn Supplemental Examination of the repeat year.
Honours Standard: Honours are awarded as follows:
First Class:
70 – 100%
Second Class (Grade I):
60 – 69%
Second Class (Grade II):
50 – 59%
Third Class:
45 – 49%
Pass
40 – 44%
AGDPP0003 DIPLOMA IN RURAL DEVELOPMENT
Regulations for Undergraduate Diploma in Rural Development
The Diploma consists of both course work and a final project and will be evaluated as follows:
Part A
RDEV 1701
RDEV 1702
RDEV 1703
RDEV 1704
RDEV 1705
RDEV 1706
1
2
3
4
5
6
Part B
RDEV 1707 7
RDEV 1708 8
Module
Credits Marks
Introduction to Rural Development
5
100
Socio-Economic Aspects of Rural Development
5
100
Socio-Economic Community/Area Resource Audits
5
100
Community and Rural Development through Groups
5
100
Choosing & Setting up a Rural Development Related Organisation/Structure
5
100
Marketing for Rural Enterprise
5
100
Module
Business Planning and Stimulating Rural Enterprise
Interpersonal Communications, Leadership and Group Work Skill
Credits Marks
5
100
5
100
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RDEV 1709
RDEV 1710
RDEV 1711
RDEV 1750
9
10
11
12
Designing and Managing an Area Development Plan
Inter-Organisational Partnerships and the Role of Support Agencies
Gender and Equality Issues in Rural Development
Integrated Fieldwork Project
5
5
5
5
60
100
100
100
100
1,200
Time: An Examination to be held in Summer with an Autumn Supplemental Examination.
Modules: Students must take the listed modules amounting to 60 credits.
Marks Maxima: 100 per five-credit module, Total: 1,200 marks over two academic years.
Distribution of Marks: as per table above.
Years Work: All marks in any subject in level 1 (Part A and Part B) may be allotted to Year’s work.
Pass Standard:
The Pass Standard in each module is 40%. To pass Part A and progress to Part B a candidate must obtain an overall
aggregate pass of 240/600 (i.e., an average of 40%) across all Part A modules.
To pass the Diploma in Rural Development as a whole, a candidate must obtain an overall aggregate of 480/1200,
(i.e., an average of 40%) across all Part A and Part B modules.
Compensation:
Level One students may compensate in subjects to a total of 15 credits, the compensatory pass shall be effective at a
mark of 30%.
Exemptions:
All passed modules carry an exemption which is limited to a period of five years from the date a student originally
achieved the exemption.
Repeating Modules:
Students may repeat failed modules in the Autumn Supplemental Examination where there is provision to do so, or in a
repeat year. A maximum of four attempts at an examination is allowable in any module.
Autumn Supplemental Examination:
If a student fails or does not submit continuous assessment, he/she must submit alternative assessment as prescribed by the
Department.
Award of Diploma:
A Diploma in Rural Development will be awarded to those who have successfully completed Part A and B of the
programme.
Eligibility for Honours:
Students are eligible for the award of honours on the aggregate mark for the year over the Summer and Autumn
Supplemental Examinations. In a repeat year: (i) students wishing to relinquish their exemptions and repeat the year in full
are eligible for the award of honours with no restrictions on the marks awarded for modules at the Summer Examination;
(ii) students wishing to retain their exemptions may repeat failed modules and will be eligible for the award of honours
based on the aggregate of marks carried from the previous year and modules passed at the Summer or Autumn
Supplemental Examination of the repeat year.
Honours Standard: Honours are awarded as follows:
First Class:
70 – 100%
Second Class (Grade I):
60 – 69%
Second Class (Grade II):
50 – 59%
Third Class:
45 – 49%
Pass
40 – 44%
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AGHDP0003 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN AGRICULTURE (FORESTRY) (HDipAgr)
The Higher Diploma programme consists of course work and a minor project. The subject, credits and marks for the Higher
Diploma Examination will be as follows:
Code
Course Title
Credits Marks
AERD P001 Communications
4
100
FOR P006 Project
10
250
FOR P011 Silviculture
10
250
FOR P012 Forest Harvesting & Forest Economics
8
200
FOR P013 Forest Policy and Forest Management
8
200
FOR P015 Distance Learning
12
300
FOR P019 Tree Anatomy and Physiology
8
200
60
1,500

The overall pass standard shall be 40%. Candidates who obtain less than 30% in any of the required subjects will be
debarred from passing the examination.

Honours shall be awarded as follows: First Class Honours: 70% or above; Second Class Honours Grade (I) :60%;
Second Class Honours Grade (II): 50%

The Higher Diploma may be awarded in year one. Alternatively, candidates who obtain at least 60% in the Higher
Diploma Examination may opt to change their registration to a Masters Degree Programme, carrying 38 course credits
accruing from the Higher Diploma Programme.
AGHDP0001 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN RURAL ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT
The Higher Diploma programme consists of course work and a minor project. The modules, credits, marks and
standards will be as follows:
Code
ERM
ERM
ERM
ERM
ERM
ERM
ERM
Course Title
P008 Module 1: Soils, Nutrients and Environmental Management
P009 Module 2: Farm Buildings and the Environment
P011 Module 4: Archaeological and Cultural Heritage
P012 Module 5: Conservation & Management of Rural Ecosystems
P013 Project
P017 Module 3: Rural Planning, Environmental Law & International Agreements
P018 Management Plan
Credits Marks
8
200
8
200
4
100
10
250
14
350
4
100
12
300
60
1,500

The overall pass standard shall be 40%; candidates who obtain less than 30% in any of the required modules will be
debarred from passing the examination. A pass mark must be obtained on the project.
 Honours shall be awarded as follows: First Class Honours: 70% or above; Second Class Honours Grade (I): 60%;
Second Class Honours Grade (II): 50%.
 Candidates who obtain at least 50% in the Higher Diploma Examination will be eligible to proceed to the MAgrSc
or MSc(Agr) (Mode II) in Rural Environmental Conservation and Management.
MASTER OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE/MASTER OF SCIENCE (AGRICULTURE)
The MAgrSc by thesis (Mode I) degree and MSc(Agr) by thesis (Mode I) degree are Honours degrees.
The MAgrSc by examination (Mode II) and Degree and MSc(Agr) by examination (Mode II) degree may be
awarded with First and Second Class Honours Grade (I); Second Class Honours Grade (II); and Pass.
i.
ii.
For ‘designated areas of study’ (e.g. Food Science) the Honours and Pass Standards are as specified in the
appropriate sections of Marks & Standards.
Where a standard programme as for a ‘designated area of study’ does not exist and where the student(s) is
following an ‘individualised’ prescribed course in an area of study (specific subjects and a research project /minor
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thesis) approved by one or more of the Professors or Lecturers of the academic departments of the Faculty of
Agriculture, the Faculty and the Academic Council, the specific subjects and research project/minor thesis so
approved shall constitute part of Marks & Standards for such students(s).
The Pass Standard shall be 40%. Honours shall be awarded as follows:
First Class Honours
70%
Second Class Honours (Grade I)
60%
Second Class Honours (Grade II)
50%
AGMXP0003/AGMXP0012 Master of Agricultural Science/Master of Science (Agriculture) Degree in Forestry
MAgrSc;MSc(Agr) (Mode II)
The subjects, credits and marks for the MAgrSc/MSc(Agr) Degree in Forestry (Mode II) will be as follows:
Code Course Title
AERD P001 Communications
FOR P009 Computer Applications
FOR P011 Silviculture
FOR P012 Forest Harvesting and Forest Economics
FOR P013 Forest Policy & Forest Management
FOR P016 Forest Biometrics
FOR P017 GIS in Forest Resource Management I
FOR P018 Thesis
FOR P019 Tree Anatomy and Physiology
Credits Marks
4
100
4
100
10
250
8
200
8
200
4
100
4
100
30
750
8
200
80
2,000
The overall pass standard will be 40%. Candidates who obtain less than 30% in any of the required subjects will be
debarred from passing the examination.
Honours shall be awarded as follows:
First Class Honours
70%
Second Class Honours (Grade I)
60%
Second Class Honours (Grade II)
50%
AGMXF0001 /AGMXP0009 (FT), AGMXP0004/AGMXP0013 (PT) Master of Agricultural Science/Master of
Science (Agriculture) Degree in Rural Development MAgrSc;MSc(Agr) (Mode II)/ AGHDF0001 Higher Diploma in
Rural Development (HDipRD)
The MAgrSc/MSc(Agr) (Mode II) degree programme in Rural Development consists of 60 percent course work
(Part I);and 40 percent research project (Part II).There are two parts to the examination:
 Part I – Course work examination (max 1,200 marks)
 Part II – Research Project/Minor Thesis (800 marks)
Candidates must pass Part I before being permitted to submit Part II. The Pass standard for Part I is 40%. The
Pass standard for Part II (research project) is 40%. The marks from Part I and Part II are added to give the overall
grade for the degree programme. Honours shall be awarded as follows:
First Class Honours
70%
Second Class Honours (Grade I)
60%
Second Class Honours (Grade II)
50%
Candidates for the Masters degree who obtain 40% to 49% on the Part I examination may be permitted to opt for
the Higher Diploma in Rural Development and must complete a minor project.
The Higher Diploma programme consists of course work and a minor project only. The pass and Honours standard
shall be as follows:
First Class Honours
70%
Second Class Honours (Grade I)
60%
Second Class Honours (Grade II)
50%
Pass
40%
Masters Degree in Rural Development Programme:
Part I*
Code
Course Title
Credits Marks
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RDEV P001
RDEV P002
RDEV P003
RDEV P004
RDEV P007
RDEV P008
RDEV P009
Rural Development
Enterprise Development
Research Methods
Communications
Legal Structures for the Community and Voluntary Sector
Rural Policy
Rural Enterprise
Sub Total Part I:
Part II
Code Code
RDEV P201
Course Title
Research Thesis
Total (Part I + Part II):
*Students must undertake 48 credits of courses from the list of courses.
Higher Diploma in Rural Development Programme:
Part I*
Code
Course Title
RDEV P001 Rural Development
RDEV P002 Enterprise Development
RDEV P003 Research Methods
RDEV P004 Communications
RDEV P007 Legal Structures for the Community and Voluntary Sector
RDEV P008 Rural Policy
RDEV P009 Rural Enterprise
Sub Total Part I:
Part II
RDEV P006 Project
Total (Part I + Part II):
*Students must undertake 48 credits of courses from the list of courses.
12
14
10
12
2
3
4
48
300
350
250
300
50
75
100
1,200
Credits Marks
32
800
80
2,000
Credits Marks
12
300
14
350
10
250
12
300
2
50
3
75
4
100
48
1,200
12
60
300
1500
AGMXF0015/AGMXF0016 (FT), AGMXP0021 (PT) Master of Science (Agriculture) in Engineering Technology,
MSc(Agr) (Mode II), / AGHDF0002 Higher Diploma in Engineering Technology (HDipET)
Postgraduate programmes in Engineering Technology are offered by the Faculty, in conjunction with the Department of
Biosystems Engineering, leading to the degree of MSc(Agr) Mode II or to a higher Diploma in Engineering Technology.
Entry requirements for both programmes are as for the MSc(Agr) Mode II degree. The programmes are designed to provide
an intensive treatment of the engineering technology involved in the following three streams – students must undertake one
of the three streams in its entirety.
Bioprocess Technology Programme
Code
AFEN P001
ENGT P001
ENGT P003
ENGT P004
ENGT P012
ENGT P017
Course Title
Process Engineering Principles
Product and Process Development
Food Process Engineering
Food Manufacturing Technology
Project and Research Methods*
Elective**
Credits Marks
8
200
12
300
12
300
12
300
4
100
12
300
60
1,500
Environmental Technology
Code
ENGT P010
ENGT P012
ENGT P014
ENGT P015
ENGT P018
ENGT P019
Course Title
Information Technology
Project and Research Methods*
Waste Management
Precision Agriculture
Advanced Sustainable Buildings for Biological Systems
Advanced Environmental Engineering Principles
Credits Marks
12
300
4
100
12
300
8
200
12
300
12
300
60
1,500
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Mechanisation and IT
Code
AFEN P001
ENGT P010
ENGT P012
ENGT P013
ENGT P016
ENGT P017
Course Title
Process Engineering Principles
Information Technology
Project and Research Methods*
Precision Agriculture and Mechanisation
Power and Machinery
Elective**
Credits Marks
8
200
12
300
4
100
12
300
12
300
12
300
60
1,500
* For the MSc (Agr) degree programme this component will be replaced by a major project (ENGT P011 which will
account for 24 credits (600 marks).
** A student must select any one of the 12 credit courses available in the other two streams that is not a required course for
this stream.
The overall pass standard shall be 40%; candidates who obtain less than 30% in any of the required subjects will be
debarred from passing the examination. A pass mark must be obtained in the project.
The Pass standard for the Higher Diploma in Engineering Technology will be at 40%. Honours shall be awarded as
follows:
First Class Honours
70%
Second Class Honours (Grade I)
60%
Second Class Honours (Grade II)
50%
The Pass standard for the MSc(Agr) degree in Engineering Technology will be 40%. Honours shall be awarded as
follows:
First Class Honours
70%.
Second Class Honours (Grade I)
60%
Second Class Honours (Grade II)
50%
AGMXF0006 Master of Science (Agriculture) in Environmental Resource Management, MSc(Agr) (Mode II)
Code
Course Title
Credits Marks
ERM P001 Environmental Management Sciences
12
300
ERM P002 Land Utilisation
12
300
ERM P003 Resource Planning
12
300
ERM P004 Field Study
12
300
ERM P005 Special Topics and Assignments
8
200
ERM P006 Research Project
24
600
80
2,000




Course work will be evaluated on the basis of written examinations and assignments completed throughout the year. A
minor thesis based on project work will be required.
The overall pass standard will be 40%; candidates who obtain less than 30% in any of the required subjects will be
debarred from passing the examination. A pass mark must be obtained in the project.
Honours shall be awarded as follows: First Class Honours : 70% or above; Second Class Honours (Grade I): 60%;
Second Class Honours (Grade II): 50%.
Candidates may only present for examination once. Exemption from this regulation may be granted for grave reasons
by the Academic Council on the recommendation of the Faculty of Agriculture.
AGMXF0007 Master of Science (Agriculture) Degree in Food Science, MSc(Agr) (Mode II)
Code
BMGT P655 Agribusiness
FDSC P002 Food Engineering
FDSC P003 Nutrition
FDSC P006 Food Chemistry I & II
INDM P003 Food Microbiology
AGRD P001 Food Production & Legislation
(i) CPSC P001 Food Production
4
(ii) FDSC P004 Food Legislation
4
AGRD P002 Marketing, Economics, Personnel(Human Resource Management) and Finance
(i) MKT P619 Marketing
4
208
Credits
6
8
8
12
8
8
Marks
150
200
200
300
200
100
100
200
(ii) AERD P002 Economics
(iii) HRM P615 Personnel (Human Resource Management) and Finance
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4
2
10
20
80
50
250
500
2,000
Course work will be evaluated on the basis of written examinations and assignments completed throughout the year. A
minor thesis based on project work will be required.
The overall pass standard shall be 40%; candidates who obtain less than 30% in any of the required subjects will be
debarred from passing the examination. A pass mark must be obtained in the project.
Honours shall be awarded as follows: First Class Honours : 70% or above; Second Class Honours (Grade I): 60%;
Second Class Honours (Grade II): 50%.
Candidates may only present for examination once. Exemption from this regulation may be granted for grave reasons
by the Academic Council on the recommendation of the Faculty of Agriculture.
AGMXF0012 Master of Science (Agriculture) Degree in Humanitarian Action, MSc(Agr) (Mode II ) / AGHDF0002
Higher Diploma in Rural Development (Humanitarian Action) (HDipRD)
A postgraduate programme leading to the Degree of MSc(Agr) in Humanitarian Assistance (Mode II) or to a Higher
Diploma in Rural Development (Humanitarian Assistance) is offered by the Faculty through the Department of
Agribusiness, Extension and Rural Development with the support of other Faculties in UCD and of a network of
seven European Universities. The purpose of the course is to provide a postgraduate qualification for people who
have worked or who intend to work in the area of humanitarian assistance and development.
Examination Format
HUAS P001 Intensive Programme
Credits Marks
5
125
General Programme
HUAS P002 International Humanitarian Law
HUAS P003 Medicine – Epidemiology
HUAS P005 Geopolitics
HUAS P006 Management
HUAS P014 Social Anthropology
5
5
5
5
5
Specialisation
HUAS P
Development Issues and Strategies
HUAS P
Communications
HUAS P
Management of Societies in Transition
HUAS P
Research Methods
HUAS P
Sociology
Research Proposal Development
5
5
5
5
5
5
Research Component*
HUAS P026 Minor thesis
30
125
125
125
125
125
750
90
2,250
*For the HDipRD programme this component will be replaced by a research project, HUAS P010, which will account
for 5 credits (125 marks)
 The pass and honours standard for the Higher Diploma in Rural Development (Humanitarian Action) will be as
follows:
First Class Honours:
70%
Second Class Honours (Grade 1):
60%
Second Class Honours (Grade II):
50%
Pass
40%
 The pass and honours mark for the MSc (Agr) (Mode II) degree in Humanitarian Action will be as follows:
First Class Honours:
70%
Second Class Honours (Grade 1):
60%
Second Class Honours (Grade II):
50%
Pass
40%
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
Candidates on the Master's Degree programme must obtain 50% in the course work component of the programme.
Those obtaining between 40% and 49% on course work may be permitted to opt for the Higher Diploma. Candidates
who obtain less than 30% in any one of the required subjects will be debarred from passing the examination.
AGMXF0008 Master of Science (Agriculture) Degree in Plant Protection, MSc(Agr) (MODE II)
Code
AESC P001
AESC P002
AESC P003
AESC P004
AESC P005
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Course Title
Review of Plant Disease, Pest and Weed Problems
Properties and Use of Pesticides
Strategies for Pest and Disease Control
Special Topics and Assignments
Research Project
Credits Marks
14
350
14
350
12
300
12
300
28
700
80
2,000
Course work will be evaluated on the basis of written examinations and assignments completed throughout the year. A
minor thesis based on project work will be required.
The overall pass standard shall be 40%; candidates who obtain less than 30% in any of the required subjects will be
debarred from passing the examination. A pass mark must be obtained in the project.
Honours will be awarded as follows
The First Class Honours
70%
Second Class Honours (Grade I)
60%.
Second Class Honours (Grade II)
50%.
Candidates may only present for examination once. Exemption from this regulation may be granted for grave reasons
by the Academic Council on the recommendation of the Faculty of Agriculture.
AGMXP0001/AGMXP0002 Master of Agricultural Science/Master of Science (Agriculture) Degree in Rural
Environmental Conservation and Management MAgrSc/MSc(Agr) (MODE II)
The modules, credits and marks for the MAgrSc/MSc(Agr) in Rural Environmental Conservation and Management (Mode
II) will be as follows:
Code
Credits Marks
ERM P008
Module 1: Soils, Nutrients and Environmental Management
8
200
ERM P009
Module 2: Farm Buildings and the Environment
8
200
ERM P017
Module 3: Rural Planning, Environmental Law and International Agreements
4
100
ERM P011
Module 4: Archaeological and Cultural Heritage
4
100
ERM P012
Module 5: Conservation and Management of Rural Ecosystems
10
250
ERM P019
Module 6: Evaluation, Conservation and Management of Rural Habitats
8
200
ERM P020
Module 7: Computing Techniques
6
150
ERM P021
Thesis
32
800
80
2,000
The overall pass standard shall be 40%. Candidates who obtain less than 30% in any one of the required subjects
will be debarred from passing the examination.
The Honours standards are as follows:
First Class Honours:
Second Class Honours (Grade 1):
Second Class Honours (Grade II):
70%
60%
50%
AGCTP0002 Certificate in Food Safety and Handling
Code
Course Title
FDSC
Theory
1001 - 1007 Practical
The pass standard will be 40%; each component of the examination must be passed.
First Class Honours:
Second Class Honours (Grade 1):
Second Class Honours (Grade II):
210
70%
60%
50%
Marks
100
100
200
AGCTP0003 Certificate in Humanitarian Assistance
Two written pieces of work will be submitted. One in the form of a journal that must be written to an agreed outline
and the second in the form of a project dealing with contextual issues relating to humanitarian assistance
intervention.
Code
Course Title
HUAS 1001 Introduction to Emergency Relief Work (Journal)
HUAS 1002 Management (Project)
Marks
200
300
500
Standards
First Class Honours:
70%
Second Class Honours:
60%
Pass:
40%
Students must obtain at least 40% for the journal and the project in order to pass the examination.
AGCTP0001 Certificate in Food Safety (Postgraduate)
FDSC P700 - P706
Course Title
Theory
Practical
FDSC P707 Case Studies
FDSC P708 Presentations
Marks
100
50
25
25
200
The pass standard will be 40%; each component of the examination must be passed.
First Class Honours:
70%
Second Class Honours, Grade I: 60%
Second Class Honours, Grade II: 50%
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MEDICINE
DEGREES OF MB, BCh, BAO
General Regulations
The University Examination of the Second Year of Medicine must be passed within two years of entering the respective
course.
The University Examinations of the Second and Third Years of Medicine must be passed as a whole before proceeding to
the course of the following year.
The Fifth Year of Medicine Examination must be passed before proceeding to the Final Medical (Part 1) Examination.
Part 1 of the Final Medical Examination must be presented for before Part II. An interval of nine months must elapse
between the passing of the Fifth Year of Medicine Examination and the presentation for the Final Medical Part II
Examination.
A candidate rejected or absent in Medicine, Surgery or Obstetrics and Gynaecology must, before being re-admitted,
produce satisfactory evidence that he/she has, during the interval, pursued study of such subject or subjects.
SECOND MEDICAL YEAR (NEW CURRICULUM)
SYSTEMS ONE EXAMINATION
The examination is taken in December of the Second Medical Year with a repeat examination in the summer. A further
repeat examination may be held in the Autumn.
Code
Subject
Marks Written Practical/Continuous Assessment/MCQ
MDRD 2001 Gastrointestinal and Liver Biology
150
90
60
MDRD 2003 Neurosciences/Locomotor Biology
150
90
60
MDRD 2002 Endocrine/Reproductive Biology
150
90
60
MDRD 2004 Personal and Population Health 2
50
40
10
TOTAL
500
310
190
A borderline candidate for a pass or a particular honours grade in any subject may be invited to attend an oral examination
at the discretion of the examiners. No specific marks are assigned for the oral examination but to allow students an
opportunity to improve their grades, extra marks may be allocated to the overall result on the basis of the oral.
Pass Standard 50% - Refers to all Years
In order to pass the Systems I Examination, a candidate must obtain an aggregate mark of not less than 50% of the total
marks in all subjects of the First Year and the Systems I examinations (750/1500), no subject to fall below 45%. Personal
and Population Health 1 and 2 are considered as a single subject for the purposes of the 45% rule.
Normally, Second Medical Year must be passed in four attempts.
The Systems One Examination must be passed before entering the Third Medical Year.
A candidate who obtains 50% in any subject will be exempt from further examination in that subject.
If a candidate is examined in any subject more than once, the best result in this subject will be used to calculate the
aggregate result for the Systems One examination.
HONOURS STANDARD
60%
70%
HONOURS
FIRST CLASS
Systems One Examination
Overall honours may be awarded on the aggregate marks obtained in the subjects of the First Year and the Systems One
examinations.
Honours may be awarded in individual subjects; in the case of Personal and Population Health this will be on the aggregate
mark obtained on the First Year and the Systems One Examination.
Normally overall honours may be awarded only when the First Medical examination and the Systems One examination are
passed at the first attempt and when all subjects are presented together.
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SECOND MEDICAL YEAR – Second semester
SYSTEMS TWO EXAMINATION (Part 1)
This examination is taken in Summer of the Second Medical Year with a repeat examination in Winter. Students who have
not passed by the Winter sitting must repeat the course in those subjects in which they have been unsuccessful.
Code
MDRD
MDRD
MDRD
MDRD
TOTAL
2005
2006
2007
2008
Subject
Marks
Written Continuous Assessment/MCQ
Basic Mechanisms of Disease
Cardiovascular diseases
Respiratory diseases
Renal/urinary diseases
250
100
100
50
500
200
80
80
40
400
50
20
20
10
100
Oral examination will only be used in exceptional circumstances.
THIRD MEDICAL YEAR - First Semester
SYSTEMS TWO EXAMINATION (Part 2)
This examination is taken in Winter of the Third Medical Year with a repeat examination in Summer. Students who have
not passed by the Summer sitting may not proceed into 4th Medical Year and must repeat the course in those subjects in
which they have been unsuccessful.
Code
MDRD
MDRD
MDRD
MDRD
3001
3002
3003
3005
Subject
Marks Written Continuous Assessment/MCQ
Endocrine/reproductive diseases
GI/hepatobiliary diseases
CNS/locomotor/skin diseases
Haematology/immunosuppression/
Transplantation
150
100
150
100
120
80
120
80
30
20
30
20
500
400
100
TOTAL
Oral examination will only be used in exceptional circumstances
Pass Standard
50%
In order to pass the Systems 2 Examination (Part 1) a candidate must pass all subjects OR obtain a mark of at least 45% in
all subjects, a pass mark (50%) in at least 3 out of 4 subjects and an aggregate mark of not less than 250/500 (pass by
compensation).
In order to pass the Systems 2 Examination (part 2) a candidate must pass all subjects OR obtain a mark of at least 45% in
all subjects, a pass mark (50%) in at least 3 out of 4 subjects and an aggregate mark of not less than 250/500 (pass by
compensation).
Compensation is only permitted between subjects in the same Part (i.e. within Part 1 or within Part 2) and only when all
subjects are presented together at the same sitting of the examination.
Honours Standard
60% Honours
70% First Class Honours
The Systems 2 Examinations (Part 1 and Part 2) are separate examinations except for the purpose of calculating overall
honours.
Overall honours may be awarded on the aggregate marks obtained in the Systems 2 Examinations (Part 1 and Part 2).
Honours may also be awarded in individual subjects.
Normally honours will only be awarded when examinations are passed at the first attempt and when all subjects of each
Part (Part 1 and Part 2) are presented together.
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THIRD MEDICAL YEAR – Semester 2 (NEW CURRICULUM)
Code
Subject
Marks
Clinical Science (Clinical Skills)
50
Written
10
Clinical (OSCE)
40
This examination is taken in February with a repeat examination in the Summer.
MDBDF0001 UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION OF THE FOURTH YEAR OF MEDICINE
Code
GPRS
FMED
OPHT
OTOL
FMED
PHME
Subject
4001
4003
4001
4001
4004
4001
General Practice
Legal Medicine
Ophthalmology
Otolaryngology
Medical Ethics
Public Health Medicine & Epidemiology
Marks Written Oral and/or
Clinical
100 40
30
100 60
100
50
100
50
100 80
100 75
MCQ
30
20
50
50
20
Project
20
20
5
In General Practice, Legal Medicine, Medical Ethics and Public Health Medicine and Epidemiology a borderline candidate
for a pass or a particular honours grade may be invited to attend an oral examination at the discretion of the examiners. No
specific marks are assigned for the oral examination but to allow students an opportunity to improve their grades, extra
marks may be allocated to the overall result on the basis of the oral.
MB, BCh, BAO DEGREES EXAMINATION
MARKS MAXIMA
Part I
Subject
PAED 5001 Paediatrics
PSYC 5001 Psychiatry
OBGY 5001 Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Marks
100
100
200
Part II
Subject
MEDN 6001 Medicine
SURG 6001 Surgery
Marks
200*
200*
* 50 marks are allocated to an examination at end of Junior Residency period.
Final MB, BCh, BAO Examination 2006 – Subject of Medicine Only
Subject
Residence Year 2004
Medicine (50 Marks)
Final Year 2006
Medicine (150 Marks)
MCQ
Data
Interpretation
10%
10%
Clinical
OSCE
Oral
35%
20%
15%
10%
Residence Year Component 2004
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One MCQ paper of twenty questions each with five stems – negative marking
Combined Medicine and Surgery Long Case - In this evaluation candidates will assess a patient for 45 minutes during
which time they will be expected to perform a complete history and physical examination (including fundoscopy) and
formulate a differential diagnosis. The student will then be joined by a pair of examiners (one physician, one surgeon)
for another 20-25 minutes who will examine the student on aspects of the history, physical examination and
differential diagnosis, and on other aspects of pathophysiology, investigations and treatment.
Final Year Component 2006
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

One MCQ paper of twenty questions each with five stems – negative marking
One Data Interpretation paper
Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)
Combined Long Case and Oral Examination1
Oral Examination2
1 Combined Long Case and Oral Examination
Candidates failing the OSCE will be required to sit a Combined Long Case and Oral Examination with an extern examiner.
Candidates with marks too low to be salvaged by further assessment at this point will be assigned an overall fail mark and
will not have a Long Case and Oral examination.
2 Oral Examination
Cumulative marks are calculated from the combined Residence, MCQ, Data Interpretation and OSCE components of the
examination.
Further assessment by oral examination will occur at the discretion of the external examiners in three situations:
- If the candidate has a cumulative fail mark but could attain sufficient marks in the oral examination to pass overall
- If the candidate has a cumulative pass mark but could attain sufficient marks in the oral examination to attain
second class honours
- If the candidate has a cumulative second class honours mark but could attain sufficient marks in the oral
examination to attain first class honours
Candidates with marks too low to be salvaged by further assessment at this point will be assigned an overall fail
mark and will not have an oral examination.
Candidates who do not receive oral examination will receive a computed mark based on their accumulated marks.
Examiners in orals may not award marks less than the computed mark to students invited to attend, i.e. candidates may not
be disadvantaged by attending the oral examination.
Final MB, BCh, BAO Examination 2007 – Subject of Medicine Only
Subject
Residence Year 2005
Medicine (75 Marks)
MCQ
Data
Interpretation
10%
Final Year 2007
Medicine (125 Marks)
Clinical
OSCE
17.5%
Oral
Continuous
Assessment
10%
Format to be decided
Examination Format
Residency Year Component



One MCQ paper of twenty questions each with five stems – negative marking.
Combined Medicine – Surgery Long Case - (see below)
Continuous Assessment
Residency Year Combined Medicine and Surgery Long Case
In this evaluation candidates will assess a patient for 45 minutes during which time they will be expected to perform a
complete history and physical examination (including fundoscopy) and formulate a differential diagnosis. The student
will then be joined by a pair of examiners (one physician, one surgeon) for another 20-25 minutes who will examine
the student on aspects of the history, physical examination and differential diagnosis, and on other aspects of
pathophysiology, investigations and treatment.
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Pass Standard
50%
In subjects including both written and practical examinations, a candidate may be rejected on the grounds of extreme
weakness in one or other part of the examination, in which case a pass mark for the subject will not be granted.
In the MB, BCh, BAO Degree Examination the subjects Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Paediatrics or
Psychiatry may be passed separately. Failure in the clinical portion of the examination in any of these subjects will entail
failure in the whole subject.
Compensation
Compensation between subjects shall not be permitted.
Exemptions
A candidate who has obtained a pass mark in a subject shall be exempted from further examination in that subject.
In the MB, BCh, BAO Degree examination an exemption will normally be held for a period of two years. A candidate who
achieves a sufficient standard in the written, clinical and MCQ parts of the examination in either Medicine or Surgery or
Obstetrics and Gynaecology may be exempted from taking the oral examination in that subject. In supplemental
examinations the MCQ paper and dissertation may be waived, the marks allocated to this being transferred to the oral
examination.
Honours Standard
First Class Honours
70%
Second Class Honours, Grade I
Second Class Honours, Grade II
65%
60%
Honours Standard (MB, BCh, BAO Degree Examinations)
Honours (First Class)
Honours
70%
60%
Overall Honours in an examination may be awarded on the aggregate marks obtained in the subjects of the examination.
Honours may be awarded in individual subjects. Normally overall honours and honours in individual subjects may be
awarded only when the examination is passed at the first attempt and when all subjects are presented together.
In the Final Medical Examination, overall honours and honours in individual subjects may only be awarded when all the
subjects of Part 1 are passed together, the subjects of Part II are passed together and the Final Medical Examination as a
whole is passed within a period of twelve months.
MB, BCh, BAO Degree (Penang Medical College)
General Regulations
The Fourth Medical Year Examination must be passed before proceeding to the Final Medical (Part 1) Examination.
Part 1 of the Final Medical Examination must be presented for before Part II. An interval of nine months must elapse
between the passing of the Fourth Medical Year Examination and the presentation for the Final Medical Part II
Examination.
A candidate rejected or absent in Medicine, Surgery or Obstetrics and Gynaecology must, before being readmitted, produce
satisfactory evidence that he/she has, during the interval, pursued study of such subject or subjects.
MDBDF0013 FOURTH MEDICAL YEAR EXAMINATION
Subject
GPRS
FMED
OPHT
OTOL
PHME
216
4101
4101
4101
4101
4101
Marks Written (incl. MCQ) Clinical
General Practice
Legal and Forensic Medicine
Ophthalmology
Otolaryngology
Public Health/Epidemiology
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
50
30
70
50
50
In-course Assmt. (incl.
project)
20
30
MDBDF0013 FINAL MEDICAL PART I EXAMINATION
Subject
Marks Written (incl. MCQ) Clinical In-course Assmt.
PAED
5101
Paediatrics
100%
30%
40% 30% (of which 10% is for
Neonatology written and OSCE
and 20% for General Paeds
continuous assessment)
Subject
Marks Written (incl. MCQ)
Psychiatry
50
100
Obstetrics & Gynaecology 200
60 (30%)
Clinical
30
100 (50%)
Oral
10
20(50%)
MDBDF0013 FINAL MEDICAL PART II EXAMINATION
Marks Written (incl. MCQ) Oral*
MEDN 5101 Medicine (incl Radiology)
SURG 5101 Surgery (incl Anaesthesiology)
200
200
40 (20%)
40 (20%)
In-course Assmt.
10
20(10%)
Clinical
In-course Assmt.
(incl. project)
20 (10%) 100 (50%) 40 (20%)
20 (10%) 100 (50%) 40 (20%)
In General Practice, Legal and Forensic Medicine and Public Health Medicine and Epidemiology a borderline candidate
for a pass or a particular honours grade may be invited to attend an oral examination at the discretion of the examiners.
No specific marks are assigned for the oral examination but, to allow students an opportunity to improve their grades,
extra marks may be allocated to the overall result on the basis of the oral.
Pass Standard 50%
The clinical section of all final examinations must be passed. Candidates must obtain 45% in the written part of the
examination in order to pass.
In repeat examinations the MCQ may be waived and the marks transferred to the written examination.
In the MB, BCh, BAO, Degree Examination the subjects Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Paediatrics or
Psychiatry may be passed separately.
Compensation
Compensation between subjects shall not be permitted.
Exemptions
A candidate who has obtained a pass mark in a subject shall be exempted from further examination in that subject.
In the MB, BCh, BAO Degree examination an exemption will normally be held for a period of two years.
Honours Standard (Fourth Medical Year)
First Class Honours
70%
Second Class Honours, Grade I
65%
Second Class Honours, Grade II
60%
Honours Standard (MB, BCh, BAO Degree Examinations)
First Class Honours
70%
Second Class Honours
60%
HONOURS DEGREE
In order to achieve an Honours Degree candidates must have obtained Honours Standard in the aggregate marks of the
subjects Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Psychiatry and Paediatrics.
First Class Honours Degree may be awarded to candidates who obtain 70% or over as an aggregate.
Second Class Honours Degree may be awarded to candidates who obtain between 60 and 69% as an aggregate.
Honours may be awarded in individual subjects. An Honours mark may be awarded only to students who attend the
oral. Normally overall honours and honours in individual subjects may be awarded only when the examination is passed at
the first attempt and when all subjects are presented together.
In the Final Medical Examination, overall honours and honours in individual subjects may only be awarded when all the
subjects of Part 1 are passed together, the subjects of Part II are passed together and the Final Medical Examination as a
whole is passed within a period of twelve months.
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THE MD DEGREE EXAMINATION
No Honours are awarded in connection with this Examination.
Pass Standard 60%
The Judgement of the Examiners shall be indicated by a simple recommendation to grant or refuse the Degree.
THE MD, MCh, MAO DEGREES BY THESIS
A Candidate wishing to enter for the MD, MCh, MAO Degrees by Thesis must obtain the permission of the Faculty at least
twelve months before the date of the examination for which he/she intends to enter. The Judgement of the Examiners shall
be indicated by a simple recommendation to grant or refuse the Degree. The Supervisor shall inform the Dean of the
Faculty when the requisite number of copies of a Thesis have been received and the Faculty shall recommend the name(s)
of Examiner(s) whom it considers suitable to assess the Thesis.
MDBDP0004 BACHELOR OF MEDICAL SCIENCE (BMedSc)
The degree will be awarded on the basis of marks allocated for a dissertation and for marks calculated on the basis of
results in the following subjects of Systems 1 and Systems 2 in the 1 st to 3rd Medical Years.
Marks
Dissertation
Systems 1 subjects
MDRD 1002 Basic Concepts
MRRD 1003 Personal and Population Health 1
MDRD 1004 Cardiovascular Biology
MDRD 1005 Respiratory Biology
MDRD 1006 Renal Biology
MDRD 2001 Gastrointestinal and Liver Biology
MDRD 2002 Endocrine and Reproductive Biology
MDRD 2003 Neurosciences and Locomotor Biology
MDRD 2004 Personal and Population Health 2
Systems 2 subjects
MDRD 2005 Basic Mechanisms of Disease
MDRD 2006 Cardiovascular Diseases
MDRD 2007 Respiratory Diseases
MDRD 2008 Renal Diseases
MDRD 3001 Endocrine and Reproductive Diseases
MDRD 3002 Gastrointestinal and Hepatobiliary Diseases
MDRD 3003 CNS/Locomotor/Skin Diseases
MDRD 3004 Foetus and Childhood
MDRD 3005 Haematopathology/Transplantation
Total
500
450
100
150
150
150
150
150
150
50
1500
250
100
100
50
100
100
150
50
100
1000
3000
For candidates who have been granted exemptions in any of the above subjects because of qualifications, degrees or other
proven academic achievement, the overall result will be based on the aggregate marks obtained in the non-exempted
subjects and the dissertation.
Pass standard
50%
A pass standard must be achieved for the dissertation which shall consist of a critical review of an assigned topic and may
incorporate the results of original research. An oral examination may be held at the examiners’ discretion.
Honours standard
Honours
Honours (first class)
218
60%
70%
DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BSc) IN MEDICAL SUBJECTS
(BSc) Anatomy and Physical Anthropology, Biochemistry, Medical Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology,
Physiology
Marks
Section A Written Examination. (Section A may be held in June or September)
500
Section B Dissertation, Continuous Assessment and Oral (if considered necessary by
500
Examiners)
DEGREE OF MASTER OF MEDICAL SCIENCE (MMed Sc) Old Regulations
Mode I
Thesis 1000 marks*
*Up to 200 of these marks may be allocated to assessed course work which must achieve a pass level.
The Master of Medical Science Degree (Mode I) is an honours degree. An oral examination may be held if considered
necessary by the examiners.
Mode II
Marks
Section A Written Examination. Section A may be held in June or September
500
Section B Thesis, Continuous Assessment and Oral (if considered necessary by Examiners) 500
Pass Standard 50%
A Pass mark must be obtained in the thesis.
Compensation
Compensation between papers within Section A may be granted provided the candidate does not fall below 45% in any
paper. The examiners may require a candidate to repeat a failed paper even if the aggregate mark in Section A is above
50%. Compensation between Sections may be permitted provided that the aggregated mark in a Section does not fall below
45%. Compensation between and within Sections will apply when the marks in excess are equal to the deficiency.
Exemption may be awarded for either papers in Section A or the constituent parts of Section B at the discretion of the
examiners - the exemption to hold normally for a period of two years. Honours will normally be awarded only if both
Sections of the examinations are passed at the first attempt.
Honours Standard
First Class Honours
Second Class Honours Grade I
Second Class Honours Grade II
70%
65%
60%
DEGREE OF MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MEDICAL SUBJECTS (MSc)
MDMRF0004 (FT)/MDMRP0001 (PT) Mode I
Thesis
1000 marks*
*Up to 200 of these marks may be allocated to assessed course work which must achieve a pass level.
The Master of Science Degree (Mode I) is an Honours Degree. An oral examination may be held if considered necessary
by the Examiners.
MDMXF0004 MSc Anatomy and Physical Anthropology, MDMXF0005 MSc Biochemistry, MDMXF0006 MSc
Medical Microbiology, MDMXF0008 MSc Pathology, MDMXF0011 MSc Pharmacology, MDMXF0013 MSc
Physiology, MDMXF0022 (FT)/MDMXP0009 (PT), MSc Physiotherapy, MDMXF0025 MSc Healthcare
Informatics, MDMXP0002 MSc Sports Medicine Mode II.
Section A Written Examination (Section A may be held in June or September.)
500 Marks
Section B Dissertation, Continuous Assessment and Oral (if considered necessary by examiners)
500 Marks
The dissertation must be presented for examination by a date to be agreed by the relevant departments.
Pass Standard
50%
A pass mark must be obtained in the thesis.
Honours Standard
First Class
70%
Second Class Grade I
65%
Second Class Grade II
60%
Honours will normally be awarded only if both sections of the examination are passed at the first attempt.
Compensation
Compensation between papers within Section A may be granted provided that the candidate does not fall below 45% in any
paper. The examiners may require a candidate to repeat a failed paper even if the aggregate mark in Section A is above
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50%. Compensation between Sections may be permitted provided that the aggregate mark in a section does not fall below
45%. Compensation between and within sections will apply when the marks in excess are equal to the deficiency.
Exemption may be awarded for either paper in Section A or the constituent parts of Section B at the discretion of the
examiners - the exemption to hold normally for a period of two years. Honours will be awarded only if both Sections are
passed at the first attempt.
DEGREE OF MASTER OF SCIENCE (MSc) (GENERAL PRACTICE)
Mode I
Thesis
1000 marks
The Master of Science Degree (Mode I) is an Honours Degree. An oral examination may be held if considered necessary
by the Examiners.
Mode II
Mode II consists of 5 modules.
Module 1
Research Methods and Statistics
Module 2
General Practice and Health Systems
Module 3
Child Health
Module 4
Teaching and Learning
Module 5
Thesis
Total
125 marks
250 marks
125 marks
250 marks
250 marks
1000 marks
Mode II will be assessed by methods including: continuous assessment, open book essays, oral presentations, individual
reports, group reports, written examination, dissertation, project work and oral examination.
Pass Standard
Honours Standard
50%
First Class
70%
Second Class Grade I
65%
Second Class Grade II
60%
Honours will normally be awarded only if all modules are passed at first attempt.
Compensation
A pass standard must be achieved in each module. No compensation between modules is permitted.
Completion of Requirements
Students will ordinarily complete all of the modules within two academic years of starting the course. Students will
be notified of deadlines for assessments. Assessments not submitted by the deadlines will be marked as absent.
Repeating of Assessments
Students who fail a module must repeat all elements of the assessment for that module when repeating.
MDMXP0023 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE MEDICINE (MSc)
Module
Marks Written MCQ Oral/Practical
SMED P011 Module 1
200
40%
40%
20%
SMED P012 Module 2
200
40%
40%
20%
SMED P013 Module 3
200
30%
30%
40%
SMED P014 Module 4
200
30%
30%
40%
SMED P015 Minor Dissertation
200
Total
1,000
Module 1
Module 2
Module 3
Module 4
Sports Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology and Research Methods
Sports Psychology and Medical Problems Related to Exercise Participation
Musculoskeletal Injuries 1 (Upper Limb and Groin), Sports Radiology 1
Musculoskeletal Injuries 2 (Head, Spine, Sacro-Iliac Joint and Lower Limb), Sports Radiology 2
Pass Standard
Honours Standard
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First Class
Second Class Grade I
Second Class Grade II
50%
70%
65%
60%
Each module will be separately examined (i.e. there will be 2 examinations per year).
Candidates must pass all modules.
Candidates must pass the minor dissertation.
Candidates must pass the oral/practical component of modules 3 and 4.
Compensation between modules will not be permitted.
MDMXP0032 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CHILD HEALTH (MSc)
General regulations
The course contains six components, two core modules, two of four optional modules, a service and clinical attachment
module and a thesis. Marks will be awarded for the overall performance of the student in each individual component. Each
component of the course can be passed separately. Students must present for assessment of each component by the end of
the semester in which that component finishes, unless special circumstances arise.
Exemption
If a student has completed a module or a degree in a recognised university that contains substantially the same content as
one of the core or optional modules he or she may apply for an exemption from the module. Students may not apply for an
exemption from the service and clinical attachment module, nor from the thesis.
Applications for an exemption must be made at the latest two months before the start of the academic term in which the
module is scheduled to start. Students are required to :o
Specify the module from which they seek an exemption
o
Specify the course or courses on the basis of which they make this claim
o
Provide an academic transcript
o
Explain why they feel that they should be exempted
Decisions on exemption will be recommended to the Faculty standing committee by the course committee and the decision
notified to the student before the module starts.
Credits
Each module in the course will have ECTS credits available. Students may achieve credit for components of this course as
follows:Satisfactory completion of one or more of the modules only
Certificate of attendance stating this.
Satisfactory completion of four modules (2 core and 2 optional) and the service and clinical attachment module
Award of a Higher Diploma in Child Health
Satisfaction of the requirements for the Higher Diploma in Child Health, and submission of a satisfactory thesis and
satisfactory completion of the presentation of the thesis material specified below
Award of a Master of Science in Child Health.
Completion of requirements
Students will ordinarily complete all of the exercises required for their award within two academic years of starting the
program.
Students may also apply to take the course over three years, taking two core modules in the first year, two optional modules
in the second, and the service and clinical attachments module in the third, together with a thesis and related exercises.
All students must satisfactorily complete all of the required exercises within four academic years of their starting on the
programme. This regulation will only be waived on special application, and if satisfactory documentary evidence of the
reasons for this is made available.
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Repeating of assessments
Students who fail to achieve credit for one of the core or optional modules, but are successful in the other three, may repeat
this module in the second year of their degree with the permission of the Programme Director, and if timetabling and
resource constraints permit.
Otherwise students who fail to complete one, or more, of the four first year modules must repeat the module, or modules,
that they have failed, in the following academic year, and may not proceed to the second year of the programme unless they
are successful.
Students who fail part of the requirements for any module must present the entire assessment for that module when
repeating it.
Compensation
Compensation between modules is not permitted.
Assessment
Core modules
Research methods
Child development
Optional modules (2 required)
Child health
Organisation and provision of child health services
International child health
Child mental health
Each of the two core and two optional modules is assessed in the same way, and each module receives equal credit.
Group report from each module
Individual reflective report from each module
40 marks
60 marks
Students will be notified at the start of the module of the dates on which work is to be handed up. Marks will be given for
submission of work on time.
Service and clinical attachments module
This module counts as two modules, and receives twice the marks of each core/optional module. Assessment is based on a
portfolio of reports delivered at agreed times during the two semesters. These reports will have two components – a group
report on each service being visited, and on the issues which the service providers have asked the students to consider, and
individual reports from each student, describing two case studies which place their visits and observations in their own
professional context. Students will be required to present group and individual reports to the whole group and, in many
cases, to the staff of the services in which the attachments have been based. Marks will be given for submission of work on
time.
Group reports
Individual reports
Group presentations
Individual presentations
80 marks
80 marks
20 marks
20 marks
Thesis
The thesis will be assessed and marks awarded for two elements – the final thesis, and the two presentations of the material
in the thesis by the student. Students will attend an oral examination on the subject of child health, and on the subject of
their thesis.
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Thesis/Oral
Presentations
180 marks
20 marks (10 marks each)
MDMXF0012 DEGREE OF MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH (FULL-TIME) (MPH)
Title of Paper
Time
Marks
PHME P016
Paper 1
3 hours 100
PHME P017
Paper 2
3 hours 100
PHME P018
Paper 3
3 hours 100
PHME P019
Paper 4
3 hours 100
PHME P020
Thesis/Course Work
200
PHME P021
Oral
200
800
Pass Standard
Honours Standard
50%
First Class
70%
Second Class Grade I
65%
Second Class Grade II
60%
The examinations will be held in Summer only. Exemptions which may be held for two years will be granted for individual
subjects.
Compensation may be permitted at the discretion of the examiners. Honours will normally only be awarded if all subjects
of the examination are passed at the first attempt.
MDMXP0013 DEGREE OF MASTER OF PUBLIC HEALTH (PART-TIME) (MPH)
Title of Paper
Time
Marks
Part 1
PHME P017 Paper 2
3 hours 100
PHME P018 Paper 3
3 hours 100
Part II
PHME P016 Paper 1
3 hours 100
PHME P019 Paper 4
3 hours 100
PHME P020 Thesis/Course Work
200
PHME P021 Oral Examination
200
Total (Part I and Part II)
800
Pass Standard
Honours Standard
50%
First Class
70%
Second Class Grade I
65%
Second Class Grade II
60%
The examinations (Parts I and II) will be held in Summer only. Exemptions which may be held for two years will be
granted for individual subjects. Part I and Part II of the examination must normally be passed within two years of each
other.
Compensation may be permitted at the discretion of the examiners. Honours will normally only be awarded if all subjects
of the examination are passed at the first attempt.
MDHDP0004 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN MEDICINE (DIABETOLOGY) (HDipMed)
Assessment for the examination shall be as follows:
Marks
DIAB P001 Essay Paper
100
DIAB P002 MCQ
150
DIAB P003 Continuous Assessment
250
DIAB P004 Oral Examination
100
DIAB P005 Clinical Assessment (major)
200
DIAB P006 Clinical Assessment (minor)
200
Total
1,000
Candidates must pass the clinical and oral sections of the examination. Throughout the examination particular attention will
be directed towards the practical management of diabetes in the individual, and in the community, education of health care
staff, patients and the public generally about the disease, its predisposing factors, management and complications and the
means to prevent the long term complications.
Pass Mark
50%
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Compensation will be allowed in any component except the clinical and oral, at the discretion of the Board, provided the
mark does not fall below 45% in that subject.
Honours Standard
First Class Honours
70%
Second Class Honours
60%
MDHDP0005 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN MEDICINE (DERMATOLOGY) (HDipMed)
Assessment for the examination shall be as follows:
Marks
DERM P001 Multiple choice examination (1 hour)
30
DERM P002 Written Examination (2 hours)
40
DERM P003 Clinical/Oral Examination
80
DERM P004 Continuous Assessment
50
Total
200
Pass Mark
Honours Standard
First Class Honours
Second Class Honours
50%
70%
60%
MDHDP00047 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN MEDICINE (FORENSIC MEDICINE)
Assessment for the examination shall be as follows:
Subjects
Written Examination
Presentation of Dissertation
Examination of Learning Portfolio and Continuing Assessment
Oral Examination
Total
Pass Mark
Honours Standard
First Class Honours
Second Class Honours
Marks
50
50
50
50
200
50%
70%
60%
MDHDP0007 (Spring) HIGHER DIPLOMA IN CHILD HEALTH (HDipCH)
There will be one paper in the examination.
Subject
Marks
PAED P002 Child Psychiatry, Public Health Medicine, General Paediatrics including the normal child,
Infectious diseases
100
PAED P003 Clinic and Oral
100
Paediatric Surgery will be examined as part of the paediatric question. Candidates must pass in the clinical and oral section
of the examination. Throughout the examination particular attention will be directed to the means by which the disease may
be prevented.
Pass Mark
Honours Standard
First Class Honours
Second Class Honours
50%
70%
60%
MDHDP008 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH (HDipOccH)
Marks (total 1200)
PHME P401
PHME P402
PHME P403
PHME P404
Pass Standard
224
Continuous Assessment
MCQ
Written Paper
Dissertation / Oral
50%
400
150
300
350
Honours Standard
First Class Honours
Second Class Honours Grade I
Second Class Honours Grade II
70%
65%
60%
Honours will normally only be awarded if all parts of the examination are passed at first attempt. Compensation may be
permitted at the discretion of the examiners. Exemption in continuous assessment, MCQ, written paper or dissertation may
be granted but will apply to the following Autumn examination only.
MDHDP0009 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN HEALTHCARE (RISK MANAGEMENT) (HDipHC)
FMED P016 -Assessment for the examination shall be as follows:
Subjects
Marks
Written Examination (3 hours)
100
Oral Presentation and Examination
50
Course Project Written Work
50
Total
200
50%
Pass Mark
Honours Standard
First Class Honours
Second Class Honours
70%
60%
MDHDP0010 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN HEALTHCARE (INFORMATICS) (HDipHC)
Examination will be partly by continuous assessment and partly by a final examination in each module on the World Wide
Web.
HCIN P001 Module 1 Research Methods
Continuous Assessment
Final (Open Book) Examination (1 hour)
Marks Total
140
60
200
HCIN P002 Module 2 Management of Change
Continuous Assessment
Final (Open Book) Examination (1 hour)
140
60
200
HCIN P003 Module 3 Information as a Corporate Resource
Continuous Assessment
Final (Open Book) Examination (1 hour)
140
60
200
HCIN P004 Module 4 Introduction to Medical Systems or Introduction to Programming in MUMPS
Continuous Assessment
140
Final (Open Book) Examination (1 hour)
60
200
HCIN P005 Module 5 Implementing Healthcare Information Systems
Continuous Assessment
Final (Open Book) Examination (1 hour)
Total Marks
Pass Standard
Honours Standard
First Class Honours
Second Class Honours
140
60
200
1,000
50%
70%
60%
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DIPLOMA IN AUDIOLOGY(DipAud)
Written Papers
Anatomy and Physiology
Physical Audiology and Statistics
Pathology of Deafness, Genetics and Administration of the Health Services
Psychology and Educational Treatment of Deafness; Remedial Linguistics
Practical Examination
Dissertation
Marks
100
100
100
100
200
100
Pass
An aggregate mark of 50% provided the candidate does not fall below 45% in any subject.
Second Class Hons An aggregate mark of at least 60% provided the candidate does not fall below 50% in any subject.
First Class Hons An aggregate mark of at least 70% provided the candidate does not fall below 60% in any subject.
MDHDP0040 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN COMMUNITY OPHTHALMOLOGY
Specific Regulations
There are four modules in Year 1 and four modules in Year 2; in addition there is a Project Report and Oral Examination.
There will be a range of assessment methods, and each module must be passed – compensation will not apply. Candidates
must complete the requirements of Year 1 before proceeding to the course of Year 2.
The subjects of Year 1 are:
Code
Module
OPHT P001 Basic Statistics & Epidemiology
OPHT P002 Basic Sociology
OPHT P003 Health Promotion
OPHT P004 Information Access
Marks
100
100
100
100
The subjects of Year 2 are:
Code
Module
OPHT P005 Ophthalmic Disorders/disease in the Community
OPHT P006 Community Ophthalmology Management Issues
OPHT P007 World-wide Ophthalmic Issues
OPHT P008 Service and research projects, planning and reports
OPHT P009 Project Report and Oral Examination
TOTAL
Marks
Pass/Fail
Pass/Fail
Pass/Fail
100
800
1300
Pass Standard:
50%
Honours Standard:
First Class Honours
Second Class Honours Grade I
Second Class Honours Grade II
70%
65%
60%
MDDPP0002 DIPLOMA IN EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY
The examination consists of four sections, two theory and two skills based assessments.
Theory Assessment:

Section 1
80 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) and 40 true/false questions conducted over an hour and a half period, with a
pass mark of 80%.

Section 2
6 short written questions conducted over a two hour period, with a pass mark of 70%
Skills Assessment:

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Section 3
Primary skills – all of the 6 skills stations from the published list of primary skills stations must all be completed by
candidates.

Section 4
Secondary skills – 6 skills stations randomly selected, from the published list of 13 secondary skills stations must be
completed by candidates.
The pass mark for skills stations is 80% with all critical elements satisfactory. Candidates must pass all skill station
assessments.
The examination assessment is undertaken jointly by the Pre Hospital Emergency Care Council and the board of
the EMT Diploma
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY
Block 1 – Distance learning
Module 1 – Professional development
Module 2 – Anatomy & Physiology
Module 3 – Pharmacology
Module 4 – Health & Safety
Module 5 – Legal medicine
Module 6 – Major incidents
Block 2 – Taught course
Module 1 – Cardiac and respiratory care
Module 2 – Clinical placements
Module 3 – Neurology and endocrine care
Module 4 – Clinical placements
Module 5 – Paediatric, obstetric and general practice care
Module 6 – Clinical placements
Block 3 – Internship
Induction course – 1 week
Supervised internship – 6 weeks
Assessment
Block 1
Block 2
Block 3
Combined MCQ /
Short Answer Paper
100 marks
100 marks
Continuous
assessment
Panel performance
assessment
100 marks
100 marks
100 marks
In the Combined MCQ/Short Answer Paper, a 70% score equates to a pass mark. Neither the MCQ or Short Answer Paper
will be negatively marked.
Continuous Assessment will be carried out on the basis of reports from clinical supervisors, case reviews and project work
submitted.
The Panel Performance Assessment includes an oral assessment carried out by three examiners and will cover internship
logbook, project work and standardised case problems.
The pass standard is 50% with compensation allowed between modules once a mark of 48% has been achieved.
MDCTP0001 CERTIFICATE IN HEALTHCARE INFORMATICS
50% (each component of the examination must be passed)
Pass Standard
1st class honours
70%
Honours Standard
2nd class honours Grade I
65%
2nd class honours Grade II
60%
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Subject – Practicals
HCIN P009 Word Processing
HCIN P010 Networks/Internet/Email
HCIN P011 Graphics/Imaging
HCIN P012 Presentation
HCIN P013 Databases
HCIN P014 Spreadsheets
HCIN P015 MCQ
TOTAL
Marks
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
700
MDBDF0003 BSc DEGREE (RADIOGRAPHY)
General Regulations
All examinations must be passed as a whole before proceeding to the course of the following year.
The University examinations of the first and second year of Radiography must be passed within two years of entering the
respective course.
Candidates must have satisfactory attendance at clinical placements before taking the Clinical Skills Assessments in each
course year. Candidates who do not complete Clinical Skills Assessments within the prescribed course year will not
normally be allowed to progress to the next course year: i.e. students will have to re-attend clinicals in the following year
and present again for Clinical Skills Assessments.
FIRST UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION IN RADIOGRAPHY (Old Regulations)
Subject
Marks Written Continuous Assmt.
ANAT 1003 Anatomy I
100
80
10
CHEM 1605 Chemistry
50
35
BIOC 1601 Biochemistry
50*
37
13
PHYS 1003 Physiology I
100
50
20
EXPH 1604 Physics
100
70
RDGY 1001 Radiography I**
100
50
50***
RDGY 1002 Psychology
100
100
*
Practical/Oral
10
15
30
30
Students who fail to achieve a satisfactory overall mark may be offered the opportunity to improve the mark by means
of an oral examination.
** A student recording a fail mark overall may be required to re-sit any of the assessment components in which a
satisfactory standard has not been reached.
*** If a student fails to achieve a satisfactory standard in practical work or continuous assessment, he/she may be required
to undertake either a practical or an oral test.
SECOND UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION IN RADIOGRAPHY
Subject
Marks Written
ANAT 2003 Anatomy II
100
80
PHYS 2003 Physiology II
100
50
RDGY 2001 Imaging Technology I*
100
70
RDGY 2002 Radiography II*
100
70
HCIN 1002 Healthcare Informatics
100
100
RDGY 2004 Radiation & Dosimetry
100
90
RDGY 2003 Equipment I*
100
75
RDGY 2005 Hospital Studies
100
80
RDGY 2006 Interpersonal Skills*
100
SOC 2701 Medical Sociology
100
100
RDGY 2007 Clinical Skills I
100
-
Continuous Assmt.
10
20
15
30**
10
10
20
100
-
Practical/Oral
10
30
15
15
100
* A student recording a fail mark overall may be required to re-sit any of the assessment components in which a
satisfactory standard has not been reached.
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** If a student fails to achieve a satisfactory standard in practical work or continuous assessment, he/she may be required to
undertake either a practical or an oral test.
THIRD UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION IN RADIOGRAPHY
Subject
Marks Written Continuous Assmt. Practical/Oral
RDGY 3002 Diagnostic Imaging I*
- (Radiography)
- (Radionuclide Imaging)
- (Ultrasound)
RDGY 3001 Imaging Technology II*
PATH 3002 Mechanisms of Disease
RDGY 3008 Digital Imaging I*
RDGY 3004 Equipment II*
RDGY 3005 Management & Health Service Structure
PHME 3002 Epidemiology, Statistics & Research Methods
RDGY 3006 Clinical Skills II
100
70
15**
15**
100
100
50
100
50
100
100
70
100
40
70
50
100
-
15**
20**
-
15**
10
10**
100
* A student recording a fail mark overall may be required to re-sit any of the assessment components in which a
satisfactory standard has not been reached.
** If a student fails to achieve a satisfactory standard in practical work or continuous assessment, he/she may be required to
undertake either a practical or an oral test.
FINAL UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION IN RADIOGRAPHY
Subject
Marks Written
RDGY 4005 Diagnostic Imaging II*
300
240
- (Radiography)
- (Computed Tomography)
- (Magnetic Resonance)
RDGY 4004 Digital Imaging II*
100
80
FMED 4001 Legal Medicine
150
150
PATH 4005 Pathology
250
250
RDGY 4101 Dissertation
300
300
RDGY 4002 Clinical Skills III***
300
-
Continuous Assmt. Practical/Oral
40**
20**
-
20
300
* A student recording a fail mark overall may be required to re-sit any of the assessment components in which a
satisfactory standard has not been reached.
** If a student fails to achieve a satisfactory standard in practical work or continuous assessment, he/she may be required to
undertake either a practical or an oral test.
*** A candidate must have satisfactory attendance at all clinical placements and have completed all Clinical Assessments
before submitting the Record of Clinical Practice for mark allocation in the final examination.
Pass Standard
50% in all subjects
Honours Standard
70% - Honours (First Class)
60% - Honours (Second Class)
Overall Honours in an examination may be awarded on the aggregate marks obtained in the subjects of the examination.
Honours may also be awarded in individual subjects.
Honours in the final degree will be awarded from the aggregate of the results of the Third University Examination in
Radiography and the Final University Examination in Radiography.
Normally overall honours and honours in individual subjects may be awarded only when the examination is passed at the
first attempt and when all subjects are presented together.
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Compensation
Compensation between subjects shall not be permitted.
Exemptions
Exemptions may be granted in any subject in which a pass mark is achieved. A candidate may carry any exemption forward
to the next and subsequent examinations.
HIGHER DIPLOMA / DEGREE OF MASTER OF SCIENCE (MODULAR)
General Regulations
The taught Higher Diploma / MSc programmes are modular and credit rated. A student may register for any one of five
available pathways:
Breast Imaging;
Computed Tomography;
Ultrasound;
Magnetic Resonance Imaging;
Radionuclide Imaging.

A degree of MSc is awarded following successful completion of appropriate modules to a total of 120 credits.

A Higher Diploma is awarded following successful completion of appropriate modules to a total of 60 credits.

A Diploma is awarded following successful completion of appropriate modules to a total of 26 credits. The
Diploma option is only available for the Breast Imaging pathway.

A Certificate is awarded following successful completion of any course that is offered on a stand-alone basis.
Similar Certificates may be awarded to postgraduates who fail to complete an entire Diploma/Higher Diploma programme
as a result of extenuating circumstances.
Pass Standard
Honours Standard
First Class Honours
Second Class Honours
50%
70%
60%
Overall Honours in an MSc, Higher Diploma or Diploma may be awarded on the aggregate marks obtained in the subjects
of the examination. Honours may also be awarded in individual modules. Normally Honours are awarded only if all
assessments/examinations are passed at the first attempt.
Compensation
Compensation between subjects, and between modules, shall not be permitted.
Exemptions
Exemptions may be granted in any module in which a pass mark is achieved. A candidate may carry any exemption
forward to the next two examination periods.
Applicants who have obtained any comparable postgraduate Diploma at another institution, may, at the discretion of the
course team, be granted exemptions from specified modules. The appropriate ECTS will transfer to the UCD programme,
together with the marks for the module(s).
Progression
All assessments and examinations must normally be passed no later than the forth sitting for which the candidate is eligible.
Where a student fails a module assessment at the first attempt, progression to the modules of the next semester will
normally be permitted. Where a student fails a module assessment at the second or further attempt, progression to the
modules of the next semester will not normally be permitted until the assessment has been passed.
Normally, 60 credits must be accrued from passed Level 1 modules before a student proceeds to modules in Level II.
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Specific Regulations: Breast Imaging
A candidate must complete Diploma modules before proceeding to the Higher Diploma modules. Holders of a Diploma in
Mammography awarded by another institution may be granted exemptions from relevant sections of the Higher Diploma.
Specific Regulations: Ultrasound
Candidates presenting for a Certificate in an area of Ultrasound must carry an exemption from UCD or another institution
in the Technology of Ultrasound.
MDMXF0038 (FT), MDMXP0031 (PT): BREAST IMAGING
Subject
LEVEL I
Professional Practice & Departmental
Operation
RDGY P040 Modules: Current Imaging* plus any 2 from:
RDGY P041
Counselling and Communication
RDGY P042
Equipment Management
RDGY P043
Health Screening*
RDGY P044
Psychology
RDGY P045
Quality in Healthcare
RDGY P046
Quality in Imaging
Technology of Breast Imaging
RDGY P060 Modules: Technology I*
RDGY P061
Technology II
Practice of Breast Imaging
RDGY P121 Modules: Practice I (Mammography)*
RDGY P122
Practice II (Breast Imaging)
RDGY P123
Practice III (Image Evaluation)
Clinical Practice of Breast Imaging
RDGY P221 Modules:
Clinical I (Mammography)*
RDGY P222
Clinical II (Breast Imaging)
RDGY P223
Clinical III (Image Evaluation)
Diploma in Diagnostic Imaging (Mammography)
Higher Diploma in Diagnostic Imaging (Breast Imaging)
LEVEL II
RDGY P311
Research Method and Statistics
RDGY P312
Thesis +/- oral
MSc (Breast Imaging)
* indicates Diploma modules
Marks
Written
Practical
Course
work
Credits
30
20
20
20
20
20
20
-
-
30
20
20
20
20
20
20
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
60
90
65
-
60
25
6
9
60
30
60
20
-
15
60
10
45
6
3
6
90
60
80
260
600
-
80
90
60
-
9
6
8
26
60
100
500
1200
10
50
120
MDHDF0034 (FT) MDMXP0027 (PT): COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY
Subject
LEVEL I
Professional Practice & Departmental Operation
RDGY P040
Modules: Current Imaging, plus any two from:
RDGY P041
Counselling and Communication
RDGY P042
Equipment Management
RDGY P043
Health Screening
RDGY P044
Psychology
RDGY P045
Quality in Healthcare
RDGY P046
Quality in Imaging
RDGY P062
Technology of Computed Tomography
RDGY P124
Practice of Computed Tomography
RDGY P224
Clinical Practice of Computed Tomography
Higher Diploma in Diagnostic Imaging (Computed Tomography)
Marks
Written
Continuous
Assessment
30
20
20
20
20
20
20
150
150
230
600
105
105
-
30
20
20
20
20
20
20
45
45
230
Credits
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
15
15
23
60
231
RDGY P311
RDGY P312
LEVEL II
Research Method and Statistics
Thesis +/- oral
MSc (Computed Tomography)
100
500
1200
10
50
120
MDMXF0035 (FT), MDMXP0028 (PT): ULTRASOUND
Subject
LEVEL I
Professional Practice & Departmental Operation
RDGY P040
Modules: Current Imaging, plus any two from:
RDGY P041
Counselling and Communication
RDGY P042
Equipment Management
RDGY P043
Health Screening
RDGY P044
Psychology
RDGY P045
Quality in Healthcare
RDGY P046
Quality in Imaging
RDGY P065
Technology of Ultrasound
Practice of Ultrasound*
RDGY P127
Modules:
Abdominal
RDGY P129
Obstetric
RDGY P128
Vascular
RDGY P131
Gynaecological
RDGY P130
Small Parts
RDGY P132
Combined Obs/gynae/project
Clinical Practice of Ultrasound*
RDGY P227
Modules:
Abdominal
RDGY P229
Obstetric
RDGY P228
Vascular
RDGY P231
Gynaecological
RDGY P230
Small Parts
RDGY P232
Combined Obs/gynae/project
Certificate in Abdominal, Obstetric or Vascular Ultrasound*
Certificate in Gynaecological or Small Parts Ultrasound*
Higher Diploma in Diagnostic Imaging (Ultrasound)
LEVEL II
RDGY P311
Research Method and Statistics
RDGY P312
Thesis +/- oral
MSc (Ultrasound)
Marks
Written
Continuous
Assessment
Credits
30
20
20
20
20
20
20
130
90
30
20
20
20
20
20
20
40
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
13
80
80
80
40
40
160
56
56
56
28
28
112
24
24
24
12
12
48
8
8
8
4
4
16
120
120
120
60
60
240
200
100
600
-
120
120
120
60
60
240
12
12
12
6
6
24
20
10
60
100
500
1200
10
50
120
MDMXF0036 (FT), MDMXP0029 (PT): MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING
Subject
LEVEL I
Professional Practice & Departmental Operation
RDGY P040
Modules: Current Imaging, plus any two from:
RDGY P041
Counselling and Communication
RDGY P042
Equipment Management
RDGY P043
Health Screening
RDGY P044
Psychology
RDGY P045
Quality in Healthcare
RDGY P046
Quality in Imaging
RDGY P063
Technology of Magnetic Resonance Imaging
RDGY P125
Practice of Magnetic Resonance Imaging
RDGY P225
Clinical Practice of Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Higher Diploma in Diagnostic Imaging (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
LEVEL II
232
Marks
Written
Continuous
Assessment
30
20
20
20
20
20
20
150
150
230
600
105
105
-
30
20
20
20
20
20
20
45
45
230
Credits
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
15
15
23
60
RDGY P311
RDGY P312
Research Method and Statistics
Thesis +/- oral
MSc (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
100
500
1200
10
50
120
MDMXF0037 (FT), MDMXP0030 (PT): RADIONUCLIDE IMAGING
Subject
LEVEL I
Professional Practice & Departmental Operation
RDGY P040
Modules: Current Imaging, plus any two from:
RDGY P041
Counselling and Communication
RDGY P042
Equipment Management
RDGY P043
Health Screening
RDGY P044
Psychology
RDGY P045
Quality in Healthcare
RDGY P046
Quality in Imaging
RDGY P064
Technology of Radionuclide Imaging
RDGY P126
Practice of Radionuclide Imaging
RDGY P226
Record of Clinical Practice
Higher Diploma in Diagnostic Imaging (Radionuclide Imaging)
LEVEL II
RDGY P311
Research Method and Statistics
RDGY P312
Thesis +/- oral
MSc (Radionuclide Imaging)
Marks
Written
Continuous
Assessment
30
20
20
20
20
20
20
150
150
230
600
105
105
-
30
20
20
20
20
20
20
45
45
230
Credits
100
500
1200
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
15
15
23
60
10
50
120
MDMRF0007 (FT) MDMRP0009 (PT) DEGREE OF MASTER OF SCIENCE (DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING OR
OTHER STATED SUBJECT) BY RESEARCH
Subjects
Marks
Thesis and oral examination
900
Research Method and Statistics
100
Marks maxima
1000
General regulations
Oral examinations will normally be held in May and January of each year. Students submitting theses in November will
have their oral in January; those submitting in March will have their oral in May.
Pass Standard
50%
Honours Standard
First Class Honours 70%
Second Class Honours 60%
MDBDF0004 BSc (PHYSIOTHERAPY) / MDBDF0010 BSc (PHYSIOTHERAPY) COMBINED
General Regulations
The University Examinations of the First, Second and Third Years of Physiotherapy must be passed as a whole before
proceeding to the course of the following year.
The First Physiotherapy, Second Physiotherapy and Third Physiotherapy Examinations must each be passed within two
years of entering the respective course.
Students who are permitted to enter the Second Year Physiotherapy with exemptions in Experimental Physics, Chemistry,
Biochemistry, First Year Physiology and Psychology are required to undertake the First Year of Physiotherapy
examinations in Anatomy 1, Manipulative Procedures 1, Therapeutic Movement 1, Healthcare Informatics, in addition to
the examinations of the Second Year of Physiotherapy.
In subjects including written, clinical and practical examinations, a candidate may be rejected on the grounds of extreme
weakness in any part of this examination Ψ in which case a pass mark for the subject will not be granted. Ψ(if they fall
below 40% in any component of the subject).
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MARKS MAXIMA
MDBDF0004 SECOND UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION
Subject
ANAT 2002 Anatomy II
PHYS 2002 Physiology
PHTY 2007 Practice of Physiotherapy
PHTY 2003 Biomechanics and Kineciology
PHTY 2004 Applied Physics and Electrotherapy
* Practical/Oral
Marks
200
200
400
100
100
Written
120
100
200
75
50
Practical
40*
60
100
25
30
MDBDF0010 SECOND UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION (COMBINED COURSE)
Subject
Marks Written Practical
ANAT 1002 Anatomy I
100
60
20
ANAT 2002 Anatomy II
200
120
40*
PHYS 2002 Physiology
200
100
60
PHTY 2006 Practice of Physiotherapy
400
200
100
PHTY 2003 Biomechanics and Kinesiology
100
75
25
PHTY 2004 Applied Physics and Electrotherapy
100
50
30
PHTY 1002 Therapeutic Movement 1
100
50
25
HCIN 1002 Healthcare Informatics
100
50
25*
* Oral Examination
In-course Assmt.
40
40
100
20
In-course Assmt.
20
40
40
100
20
25
25
MDBDF0004 THIRD UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION
Subject
PHTY 3007 Practice of Physiotherapy
PHME 3001 Epidemiology
PSY 3701 Psychology
SOC 3701 Sociology
PHTY 3003 Biomechanics and Kinesiology
PHTY 3004 Applied Physics and Electrotherapy
Marks
650
100
50
50
100
100
Written
300
100
50
50
75
50
MDBDF0004 FINAL UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION
Subject
PHTY 4004 Practice of Physiotherapy
PSYC 4001 Psychiatry
FMED 4002 Legal Medicine
PHTY 4100 Minor Dissertation
BMGT 3046 Management
Marks
575
50
50
200
50
Written Practical In-course Assmt.
250
325
50
50
200
50
Practical In-course Assmt.
100
250
25
30
20
Pass Standard
50%
Honours Standard
First Class Honours
70%
Second Class Honours, Grade I
65%
Second Class Honours, Grade II
60%
Overall Honours in an examination may be awarded on the aggregate marks obtained in the subjects of the examination.
Honours may also be awarded in individual subjects. Normally overall honours may be awarded only when the
examination is passed at the first attempt and when all subjects are presented together. Honours are awarded in individual
subjects only when the subject is passed at the first attempt.
Compensation
Compensation between subjects shall not be permitted.
Exemptions
A student who has passed a subject shall be exempted from further examination in that subject. An exemption will
normally be held for a period of two years. A borderline candidate for a pass or a particular honours grade in any subject
may be invited to attend an oral examination at the discretion of the examiners. No specific marks are assigned for the oral
examination but to allow students an opportunity to improve their grades; extra marks may be allocated to the overall result
on the basis of the oral.
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DIPLOMA IN SAFETY, HEALTH AND WELFARE AT WORK (PHYSIOTHERAPY)
Pass mark to be 40% with single deficiency compensation from 35%. Compensation will be granted in a maximum of two
to eight papers. A student may compensate in papers taken in either first or second year. Students who obtain an average
mark equal to or above 60% in all Diploma examinations and projects and where the marks in any paper do not fall below
50%, will be granted a Pass with Commendation. This shall apply only for the first attempt at the examination. An oral
examination may be held at the discretion of the External Examiners. No mark will be awarded. The oral examination will
be used to assist the Examiners in making their final decision.
MDMXP0007 MASTER OF SCIENCE (SPORTS PHYSIOTHERAPY) MSc Sports Physiotherapy
Subject
Module
Marks Written ICA
Oral/Practical
SMED P301 Module 1
150
75%
25%
SMED P302 Module 2
150
40%
30%
30%
SMED P303 Module 3
150
25%
50%
25%
SMED P304 Module 4
150
75%
25%
SMED P010 Module 5
400
75%
25%
Total
1,000
Pass Standard
50%
Honours Standard
First Class
70%
Second Class Grade I
65%
Second Class Grade II
60%
Module 1
Module 2
Module 3
Module 4
Module 5
Sports Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology.
Musculoskeletal Injuries 1 (Exercise Testing and Programme Development).
Musculoskeletal Injuries 2 (Injury Assesssment and Treatment).
Sports Psychology and Medical Problems Related to Exercise Participation.
Research Methods and Dissertation
Each module will be separately examined.
Candidates must pass all modules.
Candidates must pass the oral/practical component.
Compensation between modules will not be permitted.
Students who fail to achieve a pass mark at the second attempt are required to re-attend respective courses in the following
session before re-entering for the examination.
MDHDP0037 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN HEALTHCARE (ACUPUNCTURE)
The examination for the Higher Diploma in Healthcare (Acupuncture) will consist of the following:
A written examination on aspects of the course at the end of Years 1 and 2.
A clinical and oral examination.
Three case studies.
Code
Subject
Marks
PHTY P009
Written Paper Year 1
60
PHTY P010
Written Paper Year 2
60
PHTY P011
Case Studies
30
PHTY P012
Clinical and Oral
50
Total
200
Pass Standard
Honours Standard
First Class Honours
Second Class Honours Grade I
Second Class Honours Grade II
50%
70%
65%
60%
Compensation
Compensation will be allowed in any component, except the clinical, at the discretion of the Board, provided that the mark
does not fall below 45% in that subject. Candidates must pass an examination in the course subjects taught in Year 1 before
commencing Year 2.
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MDCTP0003 CERTIFICATE IN OUTCOME ASSESSMENT IN MOTOR DISABILITY (BY DISTANCE
LEARNING)
Code
Subjects
Marks Written Practical In-course Assmt.
PHTY P701 Anthropometric and goniometric measurement 20
10
4
6
PHTY P702 Muscle function testing
20
10
4
6
PHTY P703 Flexibility tests and muscle control
20
10
4
6
PHTY P704 Functional Assessment Scales
30
15
6
9
PHTY P705 Assessment of Impairment
10
5
2
3
Pass Standard
50%
Compensation
Compensation between subjects shall not be permitted.
Exemptions
A student who passes a subject shall be exempted from further examination in that subject. An exemption will normally be
held for a period of one year.
A candidate may be rejected on the grounds of extreme weakness in any part of this examination, in any case a pass mark
for the subject will not be granted.
MDMXP0037 MSC IN PHYSIOTHERAPY (ACUPUNCTURE)
A written examination of aspects of the course will take place at the end of Year 1 and Year 2. Candidates must pass an
examination in the course subjects taught in Year 1 before commencing Year 2.
There will be a clinical and oral examination.
There will be three case histories.
There will be a minor dissertation.
Code
PHTY P309
PHTY P310
PHTY P313 & P311
PHTY P312
Total
Subject
Written Paper Year 1
Written Paper Year 2
Clinical and oral (case studies)
Dissertation
Pass Standard:
Honours Standard:
First Class Honours
Second Class Honours Grade I
Second Class Honours Grade II
Marks
50
50
50
50
200
50%
70%
65%
60%
Compensation
Compensation will be allowed in any component, except the clinical, at the discretion of the Board, provided that the mark
does not fall below 45% in that subject.
MASTER OF SCIENCE NEUROMUSCULOSKELETAL PHYSIOTHERAPY
Module
Marks Written
Module 1 Muscle Physiology and biomechanics
Module 2 Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapy (OMT)1
Module 3 Functional anatomy and exercise
Module 4 OMT2
Module 5 Clinical placement 1
PHTY P750 Research Methods
Module 7 Orthopaedics and neurology
Module 8 OMT3
Module 9 OMT4
Module 10 Pathology and diagnosis
Module 11 Clinical placement 2
Dissertation
160
100
140
100
120
100
100
100
100
60
120
600
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Practical
75%
40%
50%
40%
40%
40%
ICA
25%
60%
50%
60%
100%
100%
100%
60%
60%
100%
100%
Pass Standard
Honours Standard
First Class
Second Class Grade 1
Second Class Grade 11
50%
70%
65%
60%
Each module will be separately examined
Candidates must pass all modules
Candidates must pass the practical component
Compensation between modules is not permitted
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA NEUROMUSCULOSKELETAL PHYSIOTHERAPY
Module
Marks Written
Module 1 Muscle Physiology and biomechanics
Module 2 Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapy (OMT)1
Module 3 Functional anatomy and exercise
Module 4 OMT2
Module 5 Clinical placement 1
PHTY P750 Research Methods
Module 7 Orthopaedics and neurology
Module 8 OMT3
Module 9 OMT4
Module 10 Pathology and diagnosis
Module 11 Clinical placement 2
160
100
140
100
120
100
100
100
100
60
120
Pass Standard
Honours Standard
50%
70%
65%
60%
First Class
Second Class Grade 1
Second Class Grade 11
Practical
75%
40%
50%
40%
40%
40%
ICA
25%
60%
50%
60%
100%
100%
100%
60%
60%
100%
100%
Each module will be separately examined
Candidates must pass all modules
Candidates must pass the practical component
Compensation between modules is not permitted
NURSING STUDIES
General Regulations
Pass Standard: 50%
Compensation: Compensation between subjects shall not be permitted.
Exemption: A Candidate who has obtained a pass mark in a subject shall be exempted from further examination in that
subject.
DIPLOMA IN NURSING (DipN)
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. The examinations for each year of the programme must be passed within two years of
entering the respective year.
Normally all examinations must be passed before proceeding to the next year of the programme.
Normally First University Examinations will be held in Winter, Summer and Autumn. Normally supplemental
examinations will be held in the Autumn.
Students cannot be deemed to have passed Clinical Assessments unless they have met all clinical placement requirements.
All clinical requirements must be met before the Diploma can be awarded.
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Honours Standard
The Diploma may be awarded “with Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the Diploma in Nursing
Examination. Normally, a Distinction may be awarded only when each examination is passed at the first attempt and when
all subjects are presented together.
MDDPF0002 FIRST UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION IN THE DIPLOMA IN NURSING PSYCHIATRIC
REGISTRATION MODE (1999-2000)
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. The examinations for each year of the programme must be passed within two years of
entering the respective course.
Normally, all examinations must be passed before proceeding to the next year of the programme.
Normally, First University examinations will be held in Winter, Summer and Autumn. Normally supplemental
examinations will be held in the Autumn.
Students cannot be deemed to have passed Clinical Assessments unless they have met all clinical placement requirements.
Clinical Assessments must be passed before the Diploma can be awarded.
DIPLOMA IN NURSING - GENERAL & PSYCHIATRIC MODES
Diploma in Nursing Examination will be held in the Winter and the Summer. Supplemental Examinations will take place in
Autumn if required.
Diploma in Nursing - General Mode (2001-2002 Format)
Subject
NURS 3030
Nursing Theory and Practice VII
NURS 3031
Nursing Theory and Practice VIII
NURS 3032
Nursing Theory and Practice IX
NURS 3033
Nursing Theory and Practice X
NURS 3034
Clinical Assessment
Marks
250
200
250
300
Pass/Fail
DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BSc) IN NURSING
General Regulations
Pass Standard: 50%
Compensation: Compensation between subjects shall not be permitted.
Exemption: A candidate who has obtained a pass mark in a subject shall be exempted form further examination in that
subject.
Specific Regulations
Honours Standard:
First Class Honours:
70%
Second Class Honours, Grade I
65%
Second Class Honours
60%
Honours are awarded only when the subjects are passed at the first attempt.
Specific Regulations: Accelerated Mode
In the case of students pursing the accelerated mode, the examinations for a module must be passed within two years of the
commencement of the module. In the case of students pursing the accelerated mode, overall honours are awarded when all
modules have been completed within two years of commencement of the course. Honours may be awarded in individual
modules. Honours are awarded in individual subjects only when the subject is passed at the first attempt.
Specific Regulations: Part-time Modes
In the case of students pursing part-time modes, the examinations for a module must be passed within three years of the
commencement of degree modules. Overall honours may be awarded only when the examination is passed at the first
attempt and when all subjects are presented together. The minimum time for the completion of the six degree modules is
two semesters. Honours may be awarded in individual modules. Honours are awarded in individual subjects only when the
subject is passed at the first attempt.
University examinations at Degree Level Modules of the Bachelor of Science (Nursing) will be completed by Summer.
Supplemental examinations will take place in Autumn.
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MDBDF0012 Accelerated Mode:
Subject
Marks
NURS 4001 Nursing Theory and Practice
200
NURS 4002 Nursing Research
200
NURS 4003 Nursing Management
200
NURS 4004 Quality Improvement
200
NURS 4005 Philosophical and Legal Issues
200
NURS 4006 Issues in Professional Practice
200
MDBDP0001 Part-time Modes:
Subject
Marks
NURS 4001 Nursing Theory and Practice
200
NURS 4002 Nursing Research
200
NURS 4003 Nursing Management
200
NURS 4004 Quality Improvement
200
NURS 4005 Philosophical and Legal Issues
200
NURS 4006 Issues in Professional Practice
200
In the case of part-time modes University Examinations shall be held in Summer, Autumn, Winter and Spring.
Supplemental examinations are held in the Autumn.
DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BSc) IN NURSING
MDBDF0014 (General)
MDBDF0015 (Psychiatric) / (Integrated Sick Children’s Nursing/General)
Specific regulations
The general regulations apply. In the case of subjects undertaken within the academic semesters, the university
examinations will normally be completed for the Summer Board of Examiners. Supplemental examinations will be held in
the Autumn for Summer Examinations and Summer for Autumn Examinations.
All clinical placement requirements must be completed before the results in the clinical assessment are submitted to the
Board of Examiners.
Normally, examinations in each subject must be passed within two years of registering for that subject.
Normally all examinations must be passed before proceeding to the next year of the programme.
Honours Standard
The Degree of Bachelor of Science (Nursing) will be awarded “with honours” on an aggregate of the overall marks
obtained in the Degree of Bachelor of Science (Nursing) examination. Normally, “honours” may be awarded only when the
examination is passed on the first attempt and when all the subjects are presented together. In addition, “honours” may be
awarded in the case of a student with a “pending continuing” result for Clinical assessment III, who has attained a “pass”
grade for Clinical Assessment IV at a supplemental board. For students who do not qualify for overall honours, honours
may be awarded in individual subjects.
First Class Honours:
Second Class Honours: Grade I:
Second Class Honours: Grade II:
Pass:
70%
65%
60%
50%
Compensation
Second Bachelor of Science (Nursing): Candidates must achieve an overall aggregate of at least 50 % in order to pass the
second Bachelor of Science (Nursing). No subject shall fall below 40%.
Candidates may be offered an oral examination in an unsuccessful subject or subjects to determine progression. This rule
will be applied at the discretion of the examiners.
Students are required to pass all examinations and assignments before progressing into year 3 of the programme.
Clinical Assessment II must be passed before a candidate can progress into year 3 of the programme.
The examinations for the second year of the programme must be passed within two years of entering year 2.
Third Bachelor of Science (Nursing): Students are required to pass all examinations and assignments before progressing
into year 4 of the programme. Clinical Assessment III must be passed before a candidate can progress into year 4 of the
programme.
The examinations for the third year of the programme must be passed within two years of entering year 3.
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Bachelor of Science (Nursing)
In order attain a “pass” grade in Clinical Assessment IV, a student must meet the requirements for a “pass” grade in
Clinical Assessment III and must meet An Bord Altranais’ registration requirements in respect of the duration and type of
clinical instruction
Oral Examination
An oral examination may be offered if considered necessary by examiners.
SECOND BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (General)
Code
Subject
NURS 2038 Applied Anatomy & Physiology & Pathology (General)
NURS 2040 Pharmacology
NURS 2041 Microbiology
NURS 2044 Nursing III (General)
NURS 2046 Nursing IV (General)
NURS 2048 Nursing V (General)
NURS 2052 Context of Professional Practice
NURS 2053 Nursing Research
NURS 2054 Clinical Assessment II
NURS 2056 Health Psychology/Sociology of Health & Illness
Total Mark
200
100
100
300
300
300
100
100
Pass/Fail
200
THIRD BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (General)
Code
Subject
NURS 3050 Context of Professional Practice III
Part I
NURS 3051 Context of Professional Practice III
Part II
NURS 3052 Clinical Assessment III
Total Mark
100
100
Pass/Fail
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (NURSING) GENERAL
NURS 4007 Nursing VI (General Mode)
NURS 4008 Nursing VII (General Mode)
NURS 4009 Nursing VIII (General Mode)
NURS 4010 Nursing Research
NURS 4011 Nursing Management and Quality Improvement
NURS 4012 Health and Social Policy
NURS 4013 Philosophical and Legal Issues
NURS 4014 Teaching and Assessing
NURS 4015 Clinical Placements IV
SECOND BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (Psychiatric)
Code
Subject
NURS 2055
Applied Anatomy & Physiology & Pathology (Psychiatric)
NURS 2040
Pharmacology
NURS 2041
Microbiology
NURS 2045
Nursing III (Psychiatric)
NURS 2047
Nursing IV (Psychiatric)
NURS 2049
Nursing V (Psychiatric)
NURS 2052
Context of Professional Practice
NURS 2053
Nursing Research
NURS 2054
Clinical Assessment II
NURS 2057
Health Psychology/Sociology of Health & Illness
THIRD BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (Psychiatric)
Code
Subject
NURS 3053
Context of Professional Practice III
Part I
NURS 3054
Context of Professional Practice III
Part II
NURS 3055
Clinical Assessment III
240
200
200
200
300
100
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Total Mark
200
100
100
300
300
300
100
100
Pass/Fail
Total Mark
100
100
Pass/Fail
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (NURSING) PSYCHIATRIC
NURS 4016 Nursing VI (Psychiatric Mode)
NURS 4017 Nursing VII (Psychiatric Mode)
NURS 4018 Nursing VIII (Psychiatric Mode)
NURS 4010 Nursing Research
NURS 4011 Nursing Management and Quality Improvement
NURS 4012 Health and Social Policy
NURS 4013 Philosophical and Legal Issues
NURS 4014 Teaching and Assessing
NURS 4019 Clinical Placements IV
200
200
200
300
100
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (Midwifery) (Modular)
The General Regulations Apply
Specific Regulations:
50%
Pass Standard
Honours Standard
First Class Honours
70%
Second Class Honours, Grade I
65%
Second Class Honours, Grade II
60%
Compensation
Compensation between subjects shall not be permitted.
Exemption
A candidate who has obtained a pass mark in a subject shall be exempted from further examination in that subject.
The minimum time for completion of the degree modules is two semesters. All degree modules must be completed within
three years of commencement of the degree programme. The Bachelor of Science (Midwifery) (Modular) examinations for
a module must be passed within two years of commencing the module.
Honours may be awarded in individual modules. Normally, overall honours are awarded only when the subject is passed at
the first attempt. Normally, overall honours are awarded when all modules have been completed within three years of
commencement of the degree modules.
University Examinations of the Bachelor of Science (Midwifery) (Modular) will be completed by Summer. Supplemental
examinations will take place in Autumn except for Research which will be completed by Summer of the following year.
Oral Examinations will be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
Part 2 (Degree Modules) Part-Time
MDBDP0007 UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION OF THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MIDWIFERY
(Modular)
Marks
MIDS 3028 Midwifery Theory and Practice I
200
MIDS 3029 Midwifery Theory and Practice II
200
MIDS 3026 Research
200
MIDS 3025 Midwifery Management
200
MIDS 3001 Quality Improvement
200
MIDS 3009 Philosophical, and Legal Issues
200
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (Nursing Management) (Modular)
MDBDP0006: Sept Start
MDBDP0009: Jan Start
The General Regulations apply:
Specific Regulations
The minimum time for completion of the degree modules is two semesters. All degree modules must be completed within
three years of commencement for the degree programme. The Bachelor of Science (Nursing Management) examinations
for a module must be passed within two years of commencing the module.
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Honours may be awarded in individual modules. Honours are awarded only when the subject is passed at the first attempt.
Normally overall honours are awarded when all modules have been completed within three years of commencement of
degree modules.
The examinations in the Bachelor of Science (Nursing Management) (Modular) will be completed by the Summer.
Supplemental examinations will take place in Autumn except for Nursing Research which will be completed by Summer of
the following year.
Part 2:
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION OF THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (Nursing Management)
(Modular)
Subject
Marks
NURS 3009 Philosophical and Legal Issues
200
NURS 3018 Quality Improvement
200
NURS 3010 Nursing Research
200
NURS 3022 Nursing Management
200
NURS 3023 Leadership in Nurse Management
200
NURS 3024 Health Care Planning & Organisation
200
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (Nursing) (Modular)
The General Regulations Apply:
Specific Regulations
The Bachelor of Science (Nursing) (Modular) consists of MDBDP0003 Part 1 (Access Modules) and MDBDP0005 (Sept)
/ MDBDP0008 (Jan) Part 2 (Degree Modules).
Before proceeding to Part 2, all Part 1 modules must be successfully completed unless exemptions from Part 1 modules
have been granted by the Faculty of Medicine. All Part 1 modules undertaken at the School of Medicine and Midwifery,
University College Dublin, must be successfully be completed within three years of their commencement.
50%
Pass Standard
Honours Standard
First Class Honours
70%
Second Class Honours, Grade I
65%
Second Class Honours, Grade II
60%
Honours are awarded only when the subjects are passed at the first attempt. Modules in both Part 1 and Part 2 of the
Bachelor of Science (Nursing) (Modular) examinations must be successfully passed within three years of commencing the
module. In the case of Part 1 Modules, honours may be awarded in individual modules only. Honours are awarded in
individual modules only when the subject is passed at the first attempt.
University Examinations of the Bachelor of Science (Nursing) (Modular) will be completed by Summer. Supplemental
examinations will take place in the autumn.
Compensation
Compensation between subjects shall not be permitted.
MDBDP0003: Part 1
University Examination of Part 1 Bachelor of Science (Nursing) (Modular)
(Five modules in total – Four core modules and One optional module)
Code
Module
CORE MODULES
NURS 1019
Nursing Theory and Practice (1)
NURS 1022
Social and Behavioural Sciences
NURS 1020
Nursing Research
NURS 1030
Biological Sciences (1)
OPTIONS (one of these five must be taken)
NURS 2014
Biological Sciences (2)
NURS 1021
Communication Skills
NURS 2013
Nursing Theory and Practice (2)
NURS 1033
Health Promotion and Primary Health Care
NURS 1034
Teaching and Assessing in Clinical Practice
An Oral examination may be held if considered necessary by examiners.
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Total Mark
200
200
200
200
200
200
200
200
200
MDBDP0008 (Jan) Part 2: (Degree Modules)
MDBDP0005 (Sept) Part 2: (Degree Modules)
University Examination of the Bachelor of Science (Nursing) (Modular)
NURS 3022 Nursing Management
NURS 3009 Philosophical and Legal Issues
NURS 3018 Quality Improvement
NURS 3010 Nursing Research
NURS 3016 Nursing Theory & Practice
And
NURS 3023 Leadership in Nursing Management
Or
NURS 4006 Issues in Professional Practice
200
200
200
200
200
200
200
Diploma in Nursing Studies (Access)
Students who exit the programme on completion of Part 1 may apply for the award of Diploma in Nursing Studies
(Access). The Diploma in Nursing Studies (Access) will be awarded "with distinction" on an aggregate of 65% of the
marks obtained in Nursing Studies (Modular). Normally, a distinction may be awarded only when the examination is
passed at the first attempt and all modules for the Diploma are completed within three years of their commencement.
Exemptions
Where a student has previously completed a course in a subject comparable to a Part 1 module and passed the appropriate
examinations, exemption from the module (course attendance and or examination) may be awarded subject to approval of
the Faculty of Medicine. Exemptions will not be granted from degree modules. All exemptions are the discretion of the
Faculty of Medicine. All exemptions must be applied for at the time of application for the programme.
Advancing to the next level
The Bachelor of Science (Nursing) (Modular) consists of Part 1 and Part 2 modules. Normally, before proceeding to Part
2, Part 1 must be successfully completed or exemptions from Part 1 granted by the Faculty of Medicine. All exemptions
are at the discretion of the Faculty of Medicine. All part 1 modules undertaken in the School of Nursing and Midwifery,
University College Dublin, NUI must be completed within three years of commencement. Normally, all Part 2 modules
must be completed within three years of commencement of Part 2 modules.
MDMRF0005 (FT)/MDMRP0007 (PT) DEGREE OF MASTER OF SCIENCE (Nursing) Mode I
Thesis 1000 marks*
*Up to 200 of these marks may be allocated to assessed course work which must achieve a pass level
The Master of Science (Mode l) is an Honours Degree
An oral examination may be held if considered necessary by the examiners.
MDMRF0006 (FT)/MDMRP0008 (PT) DEGREE OF MASTER OF SCIENCE (Midwifery) Mode l
Thesis l000 marks*
*Up to 200 of these marks may be allocated to assessed course work which must achieve a pass level
The Master of Science (Mode l) is an Honours Degree
An oral examination may be held if considered necessary by the examiners.
DEGREE OF MASTER OF SCIENCE (Nursing)
Mode II (The General Regulations apply.)
50%
Pass Standard
Honours Standard
First Class
70%
Second Class Grade I
65%
Second Class Grade II
60%
Each module will be independently examined. Examinations will take place in Winter, Spring and Summer with
supplemental examinations in Autumn, except for the dissertation and specific clinical assessments of the Advanced
Practice strand. Examination of these exceptions will take place in the Autumn examination period. Candidates must pass
all modules. Exemptions from modules will not normally be permitted.
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Students undertaking the Advanced Practice modules must remain in an approved setting in a specialist area of practice for
the duration of the programme.
The dissertation should be submitted after twelve months of full-time study or twenty-four months of part-time study. For
both full-time and part-time modes the award of Master of Science (Nursing) will be calculated on the total marks obtained.
Normally, no dissertation can be accepted if more than two years have elapsed after completion of the programme.
Full-Time Mode:
CORE:
NURS P122
Developments and Issues in Theory and Practice
NURS P123
Research Methods
NURS P131
Advanced Research Methods
NURS P124
Management Principles
AND
MDMXF0026
Clinical Practice Strand
NURS P128
Theory and Practice
And two of the following five modules
NURS P125
Leadership and Management Skills
NURS P134
Continuous Quality Improvement
NURS P130
Applied Physiology and Symptom Management
NURS P200
Health Promotion and Primary Health Care
NURS P201
Reflective Practice
OR
MDMXF0027
Applied Health Care Management Strand
NURS P125
Leadership and Management Skills
NURS P133
Strategic Management and Health Care Policy and
Planning
NURS P134
Continuous Quality Improvement
OR
MDMXF0028
Education Strand
NURS P126
Education Studies
NURS P135
Psychology of Education/Sociology of Education
NURS P136
Curriculum Studies
NURS P127
Teaching Practice (I)
NURS P138
Teaching Practice (II)
AND
All Strands
NURS P263
Dissertation
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Pass/Fail
300
An oral examination may be held if considered necessary by the examiners.
Part-time Mode
FIRST MASTER OF SCIENCE (Nursing)
CORE:
NURS P122
Developments & Issues in Theory & Practice
NURS P123
Research Methods
AND EITHER
NURS P124
Management Principles
OR
NURS P311
Advanced Practice (I)
AND
Clinical Practice Strand
NURS P125
Leadership and Management Skills
OR
Applied Health Care Management Strand
NURS P125
Leadership & Management Skills
OR
Education Strand
NURS P126
Education Studies
NURS P127
Teaching Practice (I)
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100
100
100
200
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
OR
Advanced Practice Strand
NURS P125
Leadership and Management Skills
100
NURS P305
Advanced Physical Assessment
Pass/Fail
NURS P312
Clinical Practicum (I)*
Pass/Fail
*Clinical Practicum (I) of the first year of the Advanced Practice strand will be examined in the Autumn examination
period except when undertaken by occasional students, in which case it may be examined in the Summer period.
SECOND MASTER OF SCIENCE (Nursing)
Clinical Practice Strand:
NURS P128
Theory & Practice
NURS P131
Advanced Research Methods
And one of the following four modules
NURS P134
Continuous Quality Improvement
Applied Physiology, Symptom Management in Nursing
NURS P130
NURS P200
Health Promotion and Primary Health Care
NURS P201
Reflective Practice
OR
Applied Health Care Management Strand:
Strategic Management & Health Care Policy & Planning
NURS P133
NURS P134
Continuous Quality Improvement
NURS P131
Advanced Research Methods
OR
Education Strand:
NURS P135
Psychology of Education/Sociology Of Education
NURS P136
Curriculum Studies
NURS P131
Advanced Research Methods
NURS P138
Teaching Practice 2
OR
Advanced Practice Strand:
NURS P128
Theory and Practice
NURS P131
Advanced Research Methods
NURS P134
Continuous Quality Improvement
NURS P302
Advanced Practice (II)
NURS P313
Clinical Practicum (II)*
AND
All Strands
NURS P263
Dissertation
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
100
100
100
200
Pass/Fail
300
* Clinical Practicum (II) of the second year of the Advanced Practice strand will be examined in the Autumn period.
However, in the case of students undertaking Advanced Practice modules as occasional students Clinical Practicum (11)
may be examined at the Summer examination period.
An oral examination may be held if considered necessary by the examiners.
DEGREE OF MASTER OF SCIENCE (Midwifery)
Mode II
(The General Regulations apply.)
50%
Pass Standard
Honours Standard
First Class
70%
Second Class Grade I
65%
Second Class Grade II
60%
Each module will be independently examined. Examinations will take place in Winter, Spring and Summer with
supplemental examinations in Autumn, except for the dissertation and specific clinical assessments of the Advanced
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Practice strand. Examination of these exceptions will take place in the Autumn examination period. Candidates must pass
all modules. Exemptions from modules will not normally be permitted.
Students undertaking the Advanced Practice modules must remain in an approved setting, in a specialist area of practice,
for the duration of the programme.
The dissertation should be submitted after twelve months of full-time study or twenty-four months of part-time study. For
both full-time and part-time modes the award of Master of Science (Midwifery) will be calculated on the total marks
obtained. Normally, no dissertation can be accepted if more than two years have elapsed after completion of the
programme.
Full-Time Mode
NURS P122
Developments & Issues in Theory & Practice
NURS P123
Research Methods
NURS P131
Advanced Research Methods
NURS P124
Management Principles
AND
MDMXF0026 Clinical Practice Strand
NURS P128
Theory and Practice
And two of the following five modules:
NURS P125
Leadership and Management Skills
NURS P134
Continuous Quality Improvement
NURS P130
Applied Physiology and Symptom Management
NURS P200
Health Promotion and Primary Health Care
NURS P201
Reflective Practice
OR
MDMXF0027
NURS P125
NURS P133
Applied Health Care Management Strand
Leadership and Management Skills
Strategic Management &Health Care Policy and
Planning
Continuous Quality Improvement
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
NURS P134
100
OR
MDMXF0028 Education Strand
NURS P126
Education Studies
100
NURS P135
Psychology of Education/Sociology of Education
100
NURS P136
Curriculum Studies
100
NURS P127
Teaching Practice (I)
Pass/Fail
NURS P138
Teaching Practice (II)
Pass/Fail
AND
All Strands
NURS P263
Dissertation
300
An oral examination may be held if considered necessary by the examiners.
MSc Nursing (Public Health Strand only)
MDMXP0038 Part-time
MDMXF0041 Full-time
Students must complete a total of seven modules and a dissertation over two years for part-time students, and one year for
full-time students. A minimum of three modules must be taken each year. These modules are:
NURS P122
Developments & Issues in Theory & Practice
100
NURS P123
Research Methods
100
NURS P124
NURS P131
NURS P128
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Management Principles
Advanced Research Methods
Theory and Practice
100
100
100
AND two of the following seven modules:
NURS P306
Epidemiology
NURS P307
Health Promotion and Social Sciences
NURS P125
Leadership and Management Skills
NURS P134
Continuous Quality Improvement
NURS P130
Applied Physiology and Symptom Management
NURS P200
Health Promotion and Primary Health Care
NURS P201
Reflective Practice
AND
NURS P263
Dissertation
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
300
An oral examination may be held if considered necessary by the examiners.
Part-Time Mode
FIRST MASTER OF SCIENCE (Midwifery)
CORE:
NURS P122
Developments and Issues in Theory and Practice
NURS P123
Research Methods
AND EITHER
NURS P124
Management Principles
OR
NURS P311
Advanced Practice (I)
AND
Clinical Practice Strand
NURS P125
Leadership and Management Skills
OR
Applied Health Care Management Strand
NURS P125
Leadership and Management Skills
OR
Education Strand
NURS P126
Education Studies
NURS P127
Teaching Practice (I)
OR
Advanced Practice Strand
NURS P125
Leadership and Management Skills
NURS P305
Advanced Physical Assessment
NURS P312
Clinical Practicum (I)*
100
100
100
200
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
100
Pass/Fail
Pass/Fail
*Clinical Practicum (I) of the first year of the Advanced Practice strand will be examined in the Autumn examination
period.
SECOND MASTER OF SCIENCE (Midwifery)
Clinical Practice Strand
NURS P128
Theory & Practice
NURS P131
Advanced Research Methods
And one of the following four modules:
NURS P134
Continuous Quality Improvement
NURS P130
Applied Physiology and Symptom Management
NURS P200
Health Promotion and Primary Health Care
NURS P201
Reflective Practice
OR
Applied Health Care Management Strand
Strategic Management and Health Care Policy and
NURS P133
Planning
NURS P134
Continuous Quality Improvement
NURS P131
Advanced Research Methods
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
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OR
NURS P135
NURS P136
NURS P131
NURS P138
OR
NURS P128
NURS P131
NURS P134
NURS P302
NURS P313
AND
NURS P263
Education Strand:
Psychology of Education/Sociology of Education
Curriculum Studies
Advanced Research Methods
Teaching Practice (II)
100
100
100
Advanced Practice Strand
Theory and Practice
Advance Research Methods
Continuous Quality Improvement
Advanced Practice (II)
Clinical Practicum (II)
100
100
100
200
All Strands
Dissertation
Pass/Fail
Pass/Fail*
300
* Clinical Practicum (II) of the second year of the Advanced Practice strand will be examined in the Autumn examination
period except when undertaken by occasional students, in which case it may be examined in the Summer period.
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (ONCOLOGY NURSING) (2002-2003 Format)
MDHDP0014: FIRST HIGHER DIPLOMA EXAMINATION IN NURSING STUDIES (ONCOLOGY NURSING)
(2002-2003 Format) (PART-TIME MODE)
Subject
Total Mark
NURS P011 Nursing Theory & Practice I (Oncology Nursing)
100
NURS P012 Nursing Theory & Practice II (Oncology Nursing)
100
NURS P013 Nursing Research
100
NURS P215 Biological Sciences
200
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (ONCOLOGY NURSING)
Subject
Total Mark
NURS P093 Epidemiology, Health Promotion and Patient Education in Cancer Care 150
NURS P174 Psycho-oncology Nursing
100
NURS P253 Nursing Theory & Practice III (Oncology Nursing)
100
NURS P247 Nursing Theory & Practice IV (Adult Oncology)*
100
NURS P249 Nursing Theory & Practice V (Breast Care)*
100
NURS P251 Nursing Theory & Practice VI (Paediatric Oncology)*
100
NURS P248 Clinical Assessment* (Adult Oncology)
Pass/Fail
OR
NURS P250 Clinical Assessment* (Breast Care)
Pass/Fail
OR
NURS P252 Clinical Assessment* (Paediatric Oncology)
Pass/Fail
*These modules are optional subjects. Students must undertake two of these subjects.
Students must complete all clinical learning requirements in their chosen speciality (Adult Oncology, Breast Care or
Paediatric Oncology).
MDHDP0034: HIGHER DIPLOMA EXAMINATION IN NURSING STUDIES (ONCOLOGY NURSING)
ACCELERATED MODE
Subject
Total Mark
NURS P011 Nursing Theory & Practice I (Oncology Nursing)
100
NURS P012 Nursing Theory & Practice II (Oncology Nursing)
100
NURS P013 Nursing Research
100
NURS P215 Biological Sciences
200
NURS P093 Epidemiology, Health Promotion and Patient Education in Cancer Care 150
NURS P174 Psycho-oncology Nursing
100
NURS P253 Nursing Theory & Practice III (Oncology Nursing)
100
NURS P247 Nursing Theory & Practice IV (Adult Oncology)*
100
NURS P249 Nursing Theory & Practice V (Breast Care)*
100
NURS P251 Nursing Theory & Practice VI (Paediatric Oncology)*
100
NURS P248 Clinical Assessment* (Adult Oncology)
Pass/Fail
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OR
NURS P250 Clinical Assessment* (Breast Care)
Pass/Fail
OR
NURS P252 Clinical Assessment* (Paediatric Oncology)
Pass/Fail
*These modules are optional subjects. Students must undertake two of these subjects.
Students must complete all clinical learning requirements in their chosen speciality (Adult Oncology, Breast Care or
Paediatric Oncology).
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (ONCOLOGY NURSING) (2004-2005 Format)
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. The teaching program is divided into semesters and examinations are held at the
completion of each semester. Supplemental examinations are held in the Autumn.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the five
Compulsory subjects. Normally a distinction may be awarded only when the examinations are passed at the first attempt
and when all the subjects are presented together. In the case of Part 1 subjects, honours may be awarded in individual
subjects only. Honours are awarded in individual modules only when the subject is passed at the first attempt.
Oral Examination
An oral examination may be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
Part I
Three subject areas
NURS P411
Nursing Theory and Practice
NURS P013
Nursing Research
NURS P184
Biological Sciences
Total Marks
Part II
Five Compulsory subject areas plus clinical assessment.
Subject
NURS P412
Health Promotion and Patient Education
NURS P413
Applied Research, Management and Clinical Leadership
NURS P174
Psycho-oncology Nursing
NURS P253
Nursing Theory and Practice III (Oncology Nursing)
NURS P247
Nursing Theory and Practice IV (Adult Oncology)*
NURS P249
Nursing Theory and Practice V (Breast Care)*
NURS P251
Nursing Theory and Practice VI (Paediatric Oncology)*
NURS P248
Clinical Assessment (Adult Oncology)*
OR
NURS P250
OR
NURS P252
100
100
100
300
Total Mark
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
OSCE
Pass/Fail
Clinical Assessment (Breast Care)*
Pass/Fail
Pass/Fail
Clinical Assessment (Paediatric Oncology)*
Pass/Fail
Pass/Fail
* These modules are optional subjects. Students must undertake 2 of these subjects. Students must
complete all clinical learning requirements in their chosen speciality (Adult Oncology, Breast
Care or Paediatric Oncology)
Total
500
MDHDP0055 (ACC) MDHDP0056 (2 year mode)
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (CANCER NURSING) (2005/06 Format)
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. The teaching program is divided into semesters and examinations are held at the
completion of each semester. Supplemental examinations are held in the Autumn.
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Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the five
Compulsory subjects. Normally a distinction may be awarded only when the examinations are passed at the first attempt
and when all the subjects are presented together. In the case of Part 1 subjects, honours may be awarded in individual
subjects only. Honours are awarded in individual modules only when the subject is passed at the first attempt.
All clinical placement requirements must be completed before the results in the clinical assessment are submitted to the
Board of Examiners.
Oral Examination
An oral examination may be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
Part I
Three subject areas
NURS P411
Nursing Theory and Practice
NURS P013
Nursing Research
NURS P184
Biological Sciences
100
100
100
Total Marks
300
Part II
Five Compulsory subject areas plus clinical assessment.
Subject
Total Mark
OSCE
NURS P412
Health Promotion and Patient Education
100
NURS P413
100
NURS P174
Applied Research, Management and Clinical
Leadership
Psycho-oncology Nursing
NURS P253
Nursing Theory and Practice III (Cancer Nursing)
100
NURS P247
Nursing Theory and Practice IV (Adult Cancer
Nursing)*
100
NURS P249
Nursing Theory and Practice V (Breast Care)*
100
NURS P251
Nursing Theory and Practice VI (Paediatric Cancer
Nursing)*
100
NURS P248
Clinical Assessment (Adult Cancer Nursing)*
Pass/Fail
Pass/Fail
Clinical Assessment (Breast Care)*
Pass/Fail
Pass/Fail
Clinical Assessment (Paediatric Cancer Nursing)*
Pass/Fail
Pass/Fail
100
OR
NURS P250
OR
NURS P252
* These modules are optional subjects. Students must undertake 2 of these subjects. Students must
complete all clinical learning requirements in their chosen speciality (Adult Cancer, Breast
Care or Paediatric Cancer Nursing)
Total
500
250
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN MIDWIFERY
MDHDP0016: Autumn
MDHDP0017: Spring
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. The First Higher Diploma Examination and the Higher Diploma in Midwifery
Examination will be held in Spring and Autumn. Supplemental examinations will also take place in Spring and Autumn if
required.
The First Higher Diploma Examination in Midwifery must be passed before entering the Higher Diploma Examination in
Midwifery.
The First Higher Diploma Examination must be passed within two years from the date of entering for the course.
The Higher Diploma in Midwifery examination must be passed within two years of commencing the second year of the
course.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “with Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the Higher
Diploma Examination in Midwifery. Normally a Distinction may be awarded only when the examination is passed at the
first attempt and when all subjects are presented together, provided no exemption has been granted.
Oral Examination:
An oral examination will be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN MIDWIFERY (2000-2001 Format)
Specific Regulations
The specific regulations apply with the addition of the following:
Students cannot be deemed to have passed Clinical Assessments unless they have met all clinical placement requirements.
Students undertaking supplemental examinations/clinical assessments must be engaged full-time in an approved midwifery
practice setting for a minimum of two months immediately prior to and during the final examination period.
First Higher Diploma Examination in Midwifery
Subject
Overall Mark
MIDS P001 Midwifery 1
400
MIDS P002 Midwifery 2
400
MIDS P003 Clinical Assessment 1
Pass/Fail
MIDS P004 Clinical Assessment 2
100
Higher Diploma Examination in Midwifery
Subject
Overall Mark
MIDS P005 Midwifery 3
300
MIDS P006 Midwifery 4
300
MIDS P007 Clinical Assessment 1
Pass/Fail
MIDS P008 Clinical Assessment 2
100
MIDS P009 Clinical Assessment 3
100
MIDS P010 Clinical Assessment 4
100
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN MIDWIFERY (2002-03 Format)
The General Regulations apply
Specific Regulations
The First Higher Diploma Examination in Midwifery and the Higher Diploma Examination in Midwifery will be held in
Spring and Autumn. Supplemental examinations will also take place in Spring and Autumn if required.
The First Higher Diploma Examination in Midwifery must be passed before entering the Higher Diploma Examination in
Midwifery. The First Higher Diploma Examination in Midwifery must be passed within two years from the date of
entering the course. The Higher Diploma Examination in Midwifery must be passed within two years of commencing the
second year of the course.
Students cannot be deemed to have passed Clinical Assessments unless they have met all clinical placement requirements.
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Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the Higher
Diploma Examination in Midwifery. Normally, a Distinction may be awarded only when the examination is passed at the
first attempt and when all subjects are presented together, provided no exemption has been granted.
Oral Examination
An oral examination will be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
First Higher Diploma Examination in Midwifery
Subject
MIDS P011 Midwifery Theory and Practice 1
MIDS P012 Midwifery Theory and Practice 1: Clinical
MIDS P013 Midwifery Theory and Practice: Complicated Pregnancy, Labour and Puerperium 1
MIDS P014 Health Promotion in Midwifery
MIDS P015 Research
Higher Diploma Examination in Midwifery
Subject
MIDS P016 Midwifery Theory and Practice 2
MIDS P017 Midwifery Theory and Practice 2: Clinical
MIDS P018 Midwifery Theory and Practice: Complicated Pregnancy, Labour and Puerperium 2
MIDS P019 Midwifery Theory and Practice: Complicated Pregnancy, Labour and Puerperium 2: Clinical
MIDS P020 The Sick Neonate
MIDS P021 The Sick Neonate: Clinical
MIDS P022 Professional and Social Issues in Midwifery
Overall Mark
400
Pass/Fail
Pass/Fail
100
100
Total Mark
400
Pass/Fail
300
Pass/Fail
100
Pass/Fail
200
MDHDF0018: HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING) (HDipNS)
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. The examination for the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Public Health Nursing) shall
consist of Part I and Part II. Part I consists of both theoretical subjects with examinations and assessment of clinical
practice which will normally be completed for the Summer Board of Examiners. Supplemental examinations may be held
in Autumn. Part II consists of both theoretical subjects with examinations and assessment of clinical practice which will
normally be completed for the Autumn Board of Examiners. Supplemental examinations will be held in Winter.
All clinical placement requirements must be completed before results in the clinical assessment are submitted to the Board
of Examiners.
The Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Public Health Nursing) must be passed within two years of commencing the
programme.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma may be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the Higher
Diploma in Nursing Studies. Normally, a Distinction may be awarded only when the examination is passed at the first
attempt and when all subjects are presented together.
Oral Examinations
An oral examination will be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
Part I
Overall Mark
NURS P411 Nursing Theory and Practice I (Community Health Nursing)*
100
NURS P187 Nursing Theory and Practice II (Community Health Nursing)
100
NURS P188 Nursing Theory and Practice III (Community Health Nursing)
100
NURS P189 Social and Behavioural Sciences
100
NURS P413 Applied Research/Management/Clinical Leadership
100
NURS P013 Nursing Research*
100
NURS P191 Primary Health Care and Health Promotion*
100
NURS P190 Epidemiology; Family and Social Policy and Public Health Policy
100
NURS P290 Nursing Theory and Practice – IV and V – Part I
100
NURS P036 Clinical Practice: Placement Report (2)**
Pass/Fail
* The examination papers for these subjects will take place in Winter. Results of the examination will be presented
at the Summer Exam Board Meeting.
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Part II - Autumn
NURS P291 Nursing Theory and Practice IV and V – Part II
NURS P037 Nursing Theory and Practice VI (Community Health Nursing)
NURS P039 Clinical Practice: Placement Report 2**
Overall Mark
150
150
Pass/Fail
** A pass standard in assessment of clinical practice is essential for successful completion of each stage of the course.
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (PALLIATIVE NURSING) (2002-2003 Format)
Specific Regulations for the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing)
The general regulations apply. The First Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing) and the
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing) will normally be completed for the Summer Board of
Examiners, supplemental examinations will be held in the autumn.
The Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing) Examinations will be held in Winter, Summer and Autumn.
The Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing): Accelerated Mode will normally be completed
for the Autumn Board of Examiners. Supplemental examinations for the Winter and Summer examinations will be held in
the Autumn and for Autumn examinations in Winter.
The First Higher Diploma Examinations in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing) and the Higher Diploma examination in
Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing): Part time mode will take place in the Winter and Summer, with supplemental
examinations in the Autumn.
All clinical placement requirements must be completed before the results in the clinical assessment are submitted to the
Board of Examiners.
The First Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing) must be passed before proceeding to the
second year.
Normally the First Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing) must be passed within two years
of entering the course. Normally the Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing) must be passed
within two years of entering the second year of the programme.
Normally the Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing) Accelerated Mode must be passed
within two years of entering the programme.
For students undertaking the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing) in a part time mode over two years
the award of the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing) will be calculated on the total marks for Year One
and Year Two.
For students undertaking the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing) in an accelerated mode over one year
the award of the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing) will be calculated on the total marks achieved in
all examinations.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the Higher
Diploma in Nursing Studies (Palliative Nursing). Normally a distinction may be awarded only when the examination is
passed at the first attempt and when all modules are presented together.
Students who have been granted exemptions may be awarded distinction in individual modules provided the module is
passed at the first attempt and all modules are presented together.
Oral Examination
An examination will be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
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MDHDP0018: Part-Time Mode
First Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies
Subject
NURS P182 Nursing Theory and Practice I (Palliative Nursing)
NURS P183 Nursing Theory and Practice II (Palliative Nursing)
NURS P013 Nursing Research
NURS P215 Biological Sciences
(Palliative Nursing)
Overall Mark
100
100
100
200
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies
Subject
NURS P044 Nursing Theory and Practice III (Palliative Nursing)
NURS P045 Nursing Theory and Practice IV (Palliative Nursing)
NURS P185 Psychosocial Context of Palliative Nursing
NURS P097 Health and Healing in Palliative Nursing
NURS P049 Clinical Assessment
(Palliative Nursing)
Overall Mark
150
150
100
100
Pass/Fail
MDHDP0036 Accelerated Mode
Subject
NURS P182 Nursing Theory and Practice I (Palliative Nursing)
NURS P183 Nursing Theory and Practice II (Palliative Nursing)
NURS P013 Nursing Research
NURS P215 Biological Sciences
NURS P044 Nursing Theory and Practice III (Palliative Nursing)
NURS P045 Nursing Theory and Practice IV (Palliative Nursing)
NURS P185 Psychosocial Context of Palliative Nursing
NURS P097 Health and Healing in Palliative Nursing
NURS P049 Clinical Assessment
Overall Mark
100
100
100
200
150
150
100
100
Pass/Fail
MDHDP0018 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (PALLIATIVE NURSING) (HDipNS)
(2004-2005 Format)
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. The programme is divided into semesters and examinations are held at the completion of
each semester. Supplemental examinations are held in the Autumn.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the five
Compulsory subjects. Normally a distinction may be awarded only when the examinations are passed at the first attempt
and when all the subjects are presented together. In the case of Part I subjects, honours may be awarded in individual
subjects only. Honours are awarded in individual modules only when the subject is passed at the first attempt.
Oral Examination
An oral examination may be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
Part I
Three subject areas
NURS P411
Nursing Theory and Practice I
NURS P013
Nursing Research
NURS P184
Biological Sciences
Total Marks
Part II
Five Compulsory subject areas plus Clinical Assessment
NURS P412 Health Promotion and Health Education
NURS P413 Applied Research, Management and Clinical Leadership
NURS P414 Symptom Management in Palliative Nursing Practice
NURS P185 Psychosocial Context of Palliative Nursing
NURS P097 Health and Healing in Palliative Nursing
NURS P049 Clinical Assessment
Total Marks
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100
100
100
300
100
100
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
500
MDHDP0018 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (PALLIATIVE NURSING) (HDipNS)
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. The programme is divided into semesters and examinations are held at the completion of
each semester. Supplemental examinations are held in the Autumn.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the five
Compulsory subjects. Normally a distinction may be awarded only when the examinations are passed at the first attempt
and when all the subjects are presented together. In the case of Part I subjects, honours may be awarded in individual
subjects only. Honours are awarded in individual modules only when the subject is passed at the first attempt.
All clinical placement requirements must be completed before the results in the clinical assessment are submitted to the
Board of Examiners.
Oral Examination
An oral examination may be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
Part I
Three subject areas
NURS P411
NURS P013
NURS P184
Total Marks
Nursing Theory and Practice I
Nursing Research
Biological Sciences
100
100
100
300
Part II
Five Compulsory subject areas plus Clinical Assessment
NURS P412
Health Promotion and Health Education
NURS P413
Applied Research, Management and Clinical Leadership
NURS P414
Symptom Management in Palliative Nursing Practice
NURS P185
Psychosocial Context of Palliative Nursing
NURS P097
Health and Healing in Palliative Nursing
NURS P049
Clinical Assessment
Total Marks
100
100
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
500
MDHDP0020 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (DIABETES NURSING) (2002-2003
Format)
MDHDP0020 Part Time Mode:
First Higher Diploma Examination Nursing Studies (Diabetes Nursing)
NURS P050
NURS P013
NURS P051
NURS P215
Subject
Nursing Theory & Practice I (Diabetes Nursing)
Nursing Research
Nursing Theory & Practice II (Diabetes Nursing)
Biological Sciences
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Diabetes Nursing)
Subject
NURS P208 Nursing Theory & Practice III (Diabetes Nursing)
NURS P209 Nursing Theory & Practice IV (Diabetes Nursing)
NURS P172 Nursing Theory & Practice V (Diabetes Nursing)
NURS P092 Health Promotion & Health Education
NURS P058 Clinical Assessment
Total Marks
100
100
100
200
Total Marks
175
175
150
150
Pass/Fail
255
MDHDP0031: Accelerated Mode
Subject
NURS P050 Nursing Theory & Practice I (Diabetes Nursing)
NURS P013 Nursing Research
NURS P051 Nursing Theory & Practice II (Diabetes Nursing)
NURS P215 Biological Sciences
NURS P208 Nursing Theory & Practice III (Diabetes Nursing)
NURS P209 Nursing Theory & Practice IV (Diabetes Nursing)
NURS P172 Nursing Theory & Practice V (Diabetes Nursing)
NURS P092 Health Promotion & Health Education
NURS P058 Clinical Assessment
Total Marks
100
100
100
200
175
175
150
150
Pass/Fail
MDHDP0020 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (DIABETES NURSING) (2004-2005)
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. The teaching program is divided into semesters and examinations are held at the
completion of each semester. Supplemental examinations are held in the autumn.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the five
Compulsory subjects. Normally a distinction may be awarded only when the examinations are passed at the first attempt
and when all subjects are presented together. In the case of Part I subjects, honours may be awarded in individual subjects
only. Honours are awarded in individual modules only when the subject is passed at the first attempt.
Oral Examination
An oral examination may be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
Part I
Three subject areas
NURS P411
Nursing Theory and Practice I
NURS P013
Nursing Research
NURS P184
Biological Sciences
Total Marks
Part II
Five Compulsory subject areas
NURS P412 Health Promotion and Health Education
NURS P413 Applied Research, Management and Clinical Leadership
NURS P415 Nursing Theory and Practice III (Diabetes Nursing)
NURS P416 Nursing Theory and Practice IV (Diabetes Nursing)
NURS P417 Nursing Theory and Practice V (Diabetes Nursing)
Total Marks
100
100
100
100
100
500
NURS P058 Clinical Assessment
Pass/Fail
100
100
100
300
MDHDP0031
MDHDP0020 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (DIABETES NURSING) (2005-2006)
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. The teaching program is divided into semesters and examinations are held at the
completion of each semester. Supplemental examinations are held in the autumn.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the five
Compulsory subjects. Normally a distinction may be awarded only when the examinations are passed at the first attempt
and when all subjects are presented together. In the case of Part I subjects, honours may be awarded in individual subjects
only. Honours are awarded in individual modules only when the subject is passed at the first attempt.
All clinical placement requirements must be completed before the results in the clinical assessment are submitted to the
Board of Examiners.
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Oral Examination
An oral examination may be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
Part I
Three subject areas
NURS P411
Nursing Theory and Practice I
NURS P013
Nursing Research
NURS P184
Biological Sciences
Total Marks
Part II
Five Compulsory subject areas
NURS P412
Health Promotion and Health Education
NURS P413
Applied Research, Management and Clinical Leadership
NURS P415
Nursing Theory and Practice III (Diabetes Nursing)
NURS P416
Nursing Theory and Practice IV (Diabetes Nursing)
NURS P417
Nursing Theory and Practice V (Diabetes Nursing)
Total Marks
NURS P058
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
300
100
100
100
100
100
500
Pass/Fail
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (CRITICAL CARE NURSING) (2002-2003 Format)
MDHP0039 (IC)/MDHDP0046 (CV): Part-time Mode
FIRST HIGHER DIPLOMA EXAMINATION IN NURSING STUDIES (CRITICAL CARE NURSING)
Subject
Total Marks
NURS P064 Nursing Theory & Practice I (Critical Care Nursing)
100
NURS P013 Nursing Research
100
NURS P065 Nursing Theory & Practice II (Critical Care Nursing)
100
NURS P215 Biological Sciences
200
HIGHER DIPLOMA EXAMINATION IN NURSING STUDIES (CRITICAL CARE NURSING)
Subject
NURS P072
NURS P073
Health Promotion & Health Education
Clinical Assessment
Total Mark
150
Pass/Fail
MDHDP0046 (CV) Cardiovascular Nursing Option
Subject
Total Marks
NURS P159 Nursing Theory & Practice (CV) III (Critical Care Nursing)
175
NURS P160 Nursing Theory & Practice (CV) IV (Critical Care Nursing)
175
NURS P161 Nursing Theory & Practice (CV) VIII (Critical Care Nursing)
150
OR
MDHDP0039 (IC) Intensive Care Nursing Option
NURS P162 Nursing Theory & Practice (IC) V (Critical Care Nursing)
175
NURS P165 Nursing Theory & Practice (IC) VII (Critical Care Nursing)
150
NURS P163 Care of the Person with Special Needs – Trauma/Major Surgery,
175
Liver Dysfunction, Cardiothoracic Surgery
OR
NURS P164 Nursing Theory & Practice (IC) VI (Cardiothoracic Option)
175
MDHDP0033 (CV) / MDHDP0038 (IC)
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (CRITICAL CARE NURSING)
Accelerated Mode
Core Subjects:
Total Mark
NURS P064 Nursing Theory & Practice I (Critical Care Nursing)
100
NURS P013 Nursing Research
100
NURS P065 Nursing Theory & Practice II (Critical Care Nursing)
100
NURS P215 Biological Sciences
200
NURS P072 Health Promotion Health Education
150
NURS P073 Clinical Assessment
Pass/Fail
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Options:
MDHDP0033 Cardiovascular Nursing Option
Subject
NURS P159 Nursing Theory & Practice (CV) III (Critical Care Nursing)
NURS P160 Nursing Theory & Practice (CV) IV (Critical Care Nursing)
NURS P161 Nursing Theory & Practice (CV) VIII (Critical Care Nursing)
Total Marks
175
175
150
OR
MDHDP0038
NURS P162
NURS P165
NURS P163
Intensive Care Nursing Option
Nursing Theory & Practice (IC) V (Critical Care Nursing)
Nursing Theory & Practice (IC) VII (Critical Care Nursing)
Care of the Person with Special Needs – Trauma/Major Surgery,
Liver Dysfunction, Cardiothoracic Surgery
175
150
175
Nursing Theory & Practice (IC) VI (Cardiothoracic Option)
175
OR
NURS P164
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (CRITICAL CARE NURSING) MDHDP0046 (CV)/MDHDP0039
(IC) (2004-2005 Format)
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. The teaching program is divided into semesters and examinations are held at the
completion of each semester. Supplemental examinations are held in the Autumn.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the five
Compulsory subjects. Normally a distinction may be awarded only when the examinations are passed at the first attempt
and when all subjects are presented together. In the case of Part 1 subjects, honours may be awarded in individual subjects
only. Honours are awarded in individual modules only when the subject is passed at the first attempt.
Oral Examination
An oral examination may be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
Part I
Three subject areas
NURS P411
Nursing Theory and Practice I
NURS P013
Nursing Research
NURS P184
Biological Sciences
Total Marks
Part II
Five Compulsory subject areas plus Clinical Assessment
(CV) Cardiovascular Nursing Option MDHDP0046
NURS P412 Health Promotion and Health Education
NURS P413 Applied Research, Management and Clinical Leadership
NURS P426 Nursing Theory and Practice III (CV)
NURS P427 Nursing Theory and Practice IV (CV)
NURS P428 Nursing Theory and Practice VIII (CV)
NURS P073 Clinical Assessment
Total Marks
100
100
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
500
(IC) Intensive Care Nursing Option MDHDP0039
NURS P412 Health Promotion and Health Education
NURS P413 Applied Research, Management and Clinical Leadership
NURS P423 Nursing Theory and Practice V (IC)
NURS P424 Nursing Theory and Practice VI (IC)
NURS P425 Nursing Theory and Practice VII (IC)
NURS P073 Clinical Assessment
Total Marks
100
100
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
500
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100
100
100
300
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (CRITICAL CARE NURSING) MDHDP0046 (CV)/MDHDP0039
(IC) (2005-2006)
The General Regulations apply. The teaching program is divided into semesters and examinations are held at the
completion of each semester. Supplemental examinations are held in the Autumn.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the five
Compulsory subjects. Normally a distinction may be awarded only when the examinations are passed at the first attempt
and when all subjects are presented together. In the case of Part 1 subjects, honours may be awarded in individual subjects
only. Honours are awarded in individual modules only when the subject is passed at the first attempt.
All clinical placement requirements must be completed before the results in the clinical assessment are submitted to the
Board of Examiners.
Oral Examination
An oral examination may be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
Part I
Three subject areas
NURS P411
NURS P013
NURS P184
Total Marks
Nursing Theory and Practice I
Nursing Research
Biological Sciences
100
100
100
300
Part II
Five Compulsory subject areas plus Clinical Assessment
(CV) Cardiovascular Nursing Option MDHDP0046
NURS P412
Health Promotion and Health Education
NURS P413
Applied Research, Management and Clinical Leadership
NURS P426
Nursing Theory and Practice III (CV)
NURS P427
Nursing Theory and Practice IV (CV)
NURS P428
Nursing Theory and Practice VIII (CV)
NURS P073
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Total Marks
500
(IC) Intensive Care Nursing Option MDHDP0039
NURS P412
Health Promotion and Health Education
100
NURS P413
Applied Research, Management and Clinical Leadership
100
NURS P423
Nursing Theory and Practice V (IC)
100
NURS P424
Nursing Theory and Practice VI (IC)
100
NURS P425
Nursing Theory and Practice VII (IC)
100
NURS P073
Clinical Assessment
Pass/Fail
Total Marks
500
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HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (PERI-OPERATIVE NURSING) (2002-2003 Format)
Specific Regulations for the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Peri-Operative Nursing)
The general regulations apply. The First Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Peri-Operative Nursing) and the
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Peri- Operative Nursing) will normally be completed for the Summer
Board of Examiners, supplemental examinations will be held in the autumn.
The Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Peri-Operative Nursing) Examinations will be held in Winter, Summer and
Autumn.
The Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Peri-Operative Nursing): Accelerated Mode will normally be
completed for the Autumn Board of Examiners. Supplemental examinations for the Winter and Summer examinations will
be held in the Autumn and for Autumn examinations in Winter.
The First Higher Diploma Examinations in Nursing Studies (Peri-Operative Nursing) and the Higher Diploma
Examination in Nursing Studies (Peri-Operative Nursing): Part time mode will take place in the Winter and Summer, with
supplemental examinations in the Autumn.
All clinical placement requirements must be completed before the results in the clinical assessment are submitted to the
Board of Examiners.
The First Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies must be passed before proceeding to the second year.
Normally the First Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies must be passed within two years of entering the
course. Normally the Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies must be passed within two years of entering the
second year of the programme.
Normally the Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Peri-Operative Nursing) Accelerated Mode must be passed
within two years of entering the programme.
For students undertaking the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Peri- Operative Nursing) in a part time mode over two
years the award of the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Peri-Operative Nursing) will be calculated on the total marks
for Year One and Year Two.
For students undertaking the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Peri-Operative Nursing) in an accelerated mode over one
year the award of the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Peri-Operative Nursing) will be calculated on the total marks
achieved in all examinations.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the Higher
Diploma in Nursing Studies (Peri-Operative Nursing). Normally a distinction may be awarded only when the examination
is passed at the first attempt and when all modules are presented together.
Students who have been granted exemptions may be awarded distinction in individual modules provided the module is
passed at the first attempt and all modules are presented together.
Oral Examination
An examination will be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
FIRST HIGHER DIPLOMA EXAMINATION IN NURSING STUDIES (PERI-OPERATIVE NURSING)
MDHDP0003: PART-TIME MODE
Subject
Total Mark
NURS P141
Nursing Theory & Practice I (Peri-Operative Nursing)
100
NURS P142
Nursing Theory & Practice II (Peri-Operative Nursing)
100
NURS P013
Nursing Research
100
NURS P215
Biological Sciences
200
260
HIGHER DIPLOMA EXAMINATION IN NURSING STUDIES (PERI-OPERATIVE NURSING)
Subject
Total
NURS P297
Nursing Theory & Practice III & IV (Peri-Operative Nursing)
250
NURS P198
Nursing Theory & Practice V & VI (Peri-Operative Nursing)
200
NURS P211
Clinical Assessment*
Pass/Fail
Students must complete all clinical placement requirements, and must pass all aspects of clinical assessments.
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (PERI-OPERATIVE NURSING)
MDHDP0035 : Accelerated Mode
Subject
NURS P141
Nursing Theory & Practice I (Peri-Operative Nursing)
NURS P142
Nursing Theory & Practice II (Peri-Operative Nursing)
NURS P013
Nursing Research
NURS P215
Biological Sciences
NURS P297
Nursing Theory & Practice III & IV (Peri-Operative Nursing)
NURS P198
Nursing Theory & Practice V & VI (Peri-Operative Nursing)
NURS P211
Clinical Assessment*
Total Mark
100
100
100
200
250
200
Pass/Fail
*Students must complete all clinical placement requirements, and must pass all aspects of clinical assessments.
MDHDP0003 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (PERI-OPERATIVE NURSING) (2004-2005 Format)
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. The program is divided into semesters and examinations are held at the completion of each
semester, apart from Clinical Assessment which will not be completed until the Autumn. Supplemental examinations are
held in the Autumn.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the five
Compulsory subjects. Normally a distinction may be awarded only when the examinations are passed at the first attempt
and when all subjects are presented together. In the case of Part I subjects, honours may be awarded in individual subjects
only. Honours are awarded in individual modules only when the subject is passed at the first attempt.
Oral Examination
An oral examination may be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
Part I
Three subject areas
NURS P411
Nursing Theory and Practice I
100
NURS P013
Nursing Research
100
NURS P184
Biological Sciences
100
Total Marks
300
Part II
Five Compulsory subject areas plus Clinical Assessment
NURS P412 Health Promotion and Health Education
NURS P413 Applied Research, Management and Clinical Leadership
NURS P432 Foundations of Anaesthetic and Surgical Nursing Care
NURS P433 Intraoperative Nursing Care
NURS P434 Anaesthetic and Recovery Nursing Care
NURS P211 Clinical Assessment
Total Marks
100
100
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
500
261
MDHDP0035
MDHDP0003 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (PERI-OPERATIVE NURSING) (2005-2006 Format)
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. The program is divided into semesters and examinations are held at the completion of each
semester. The academic component will be delivered over a nine-month period and the clinical placement component will
be delivered over a twelve-month period. Supplemental examinations are held in the Autumn.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the five
Compulsory subjects. Normally a distinction may be awarded only when the examinations are passed at the first attempt
and when all subjects are presented together. In the case of Part I subjects, honours may be awarded in individual subjects
only. Honours are awarded in individual modules only when the subject is passed at the first attempt.
All clinical placement requirements must be completed before the results in the clinical assessment are submitted to the Board of
Examiners
Oral Examination
An oral examination may be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
Part I
Three subject areas
NURS P411
NURS P013
NURS P184
Total Marks
Nursing Theory and Practice I
Nursing Research
Biological Sciences
Overall
Mark
100
100
100
300
Part II
Five Compulsory subject areas plus Clinical Assessment
NURS P412
NURS P413
NURS P432
NURS P440
Health Promotion and Health Education
Applied Research, Management and Clinical Leadership
Foundations of Anaesthetic and Surgical Nursing Care
Intraoperative Nursing Care (Adult Peri-Operative
Nursing Care (NURSP440)
OR
NURS P441 Intraoperative Nursing Care (Paediatric Peri-operative
Nursing Care) (NURSP441)
NURS P434 Anaesthetic and Recovery Nursing Care
NURS P211 Clinical Assessment
Total Marks
Overall
Mark
100
100
100
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
500
HIGHER DIPLOMA EXAMINATION IN NURSING STUDIES (SICK CHILDREN’S NURSING) 2003/2004
MDHDP0024: Autumn
MDHDP0025: Spring
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. Part 1 of the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s Nursing)
University Examination and Part 2 of the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s Nursing) will be held
in Spring, Summer and Autumn. Part 1 supplemental examinations will also take place in Spring (January) and
Summer (June) if required. Part II supplemental examinations will also take place in Spring (April) and Autumn
(October) if required. Students undertaking supplemental examinations must be engaged full-time in sick children’s
nursing practice for a minimum of two months in the four months immediately preceding the examination.
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Part 1 of the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s Nursing) University Examination must be passed before
entering for Part 2 of the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s Nursing).
Part 1 of the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s Nursing) must be passed within two years of entering for
the course. Normally the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s Nursing) must be passed within two years of
passing Part I Examination of the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s Nursing).
Pass Standard 50%
50% must be obtained in Part I and Part II Examinations. The Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s
Nursing) will be awarded when Part I and Part II are completed successfully.
Compensation
Compensation between course work and written examination within a single module shall be permitted provided that the
candidate obtains a mark that is not below 45% in the written examination. Compensation between modules shall not be
permitted.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s Nursing) will be awarded “with Distinction” on an aggregate of
65% of the marks obtained in Part 1 and Part 2 Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s Nursing) Examination.
Normally a Distinction may be awarded only when each examination is passed at the first attempt and when all subjects are
presented together.
Oral Examination
An Oral examination will be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
First Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s Nursing) Part 1 (2003/04)
Subject
Overall Mark
NURS P281
NURS P282
NURS P013
NURS P283
NURS P284
NURS P285
NURS P401
NURS P402
Child and Family Centred Nursing
Theoretical Foundations of Sick Children’s Nursing
Research
Child and Family Health Promotion
The Child with Health Care Needs
The Child with Special Health Care Needs 1
Clinical Assessment 1
Clinical Assessment 2
50
100
100
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Pass/Fail
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s Nursing) Part 2 (2003/04)
Subject
Overall Mark
NURS P286
The Child with Special Health Care Needs 2
100
NURS P287
Social and Behavioural Sciences
100
NURS P288
The Child with Special Health Care Needs 3
100
NURS P289
Professional and Contemporary Issues in Child Health
100
NURS P403
Clinical Assessment 1
Pass/Fail
NURS P404
Clinical Assessment 2
Pass/Fail
*All clinical requirements must be completed before the student will be permitted to undertake the written Higher Diploma
Examination.
HIGHER DIPLOMA EXAMINATION IN NURSING STUDIES (SICK CHILDREN’S NURSING) 2004/2005
MDHDP0024: Autumn
MDHDP0025 Spring
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. Part 1 of the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s Nursing). Examination
takes place in Spring (January) and Summer (June) and Part 2 of the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s
Nursing) Examination will be held in Summer (April) and Autumn (October). Part 1 supplemental examinations will take
place in Spring (January) and Summer (June) if required. Part 2 supplemental examinations will take place in Summer
(April) and Autumn (October) if required. Students undertaking supplemental examinations must be engaged full-time in
the practice of Sick Children’s Nursing for a minimum of two months in the four months immediately preceding the
examination.
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Pass Standard 50%
50% must be obtained in Part I and Part II Examinations. The Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s
Nursing) will be awarded when Part I and Part II are completed successfully.
Compensation
Compensation between course work and written examination within a single module shall be permitted provided that the
candidate obtains a mark that is not below 45% in the written examination. Compensation between modules shall not be
permitted.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s Nursing) will be awarded “with Distinction” on an aggregate of
65% of the marks obtained in Part 1 and Part 2 Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s Nursing) Examination.
Normally a Distinction may be awarded only when each examination is passed at the first attempt and when all subjects are
presented together.
Oral Examination
An Oral examination will be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
First Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s Nursing) Part 1 (2004/2005)
Subject
Overall Mark
NURS P281
NURS P013
NURS P282
NURS P283
NURS P284
NURS P285
NURS P401
NURS P402
Child and Family Centred Nursing
Research
Theoretical Foundations of Sick Children’s Nursing
Child and Family Health Promotion
The Child with Health Care Needs
The Child with Special Health Care Needs 1
Clinical Assessment 1
Clinical Assessment 2
50
100
100
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Pass/Fail
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Sick Children’s Nursing) Part 2 (2004/2005)
Subject
Overall Mark
NURS P289
Professional and Contemporary Issues in Child Health
100
NURS P287
Social and Behavioural Sciences
100
NURS P286
The Child with Special Health Care Needs 2
100
NURS P288
The Child with Special Health Care Needs 3
100
NURS P418
Clinical Assessment 3
Pass/Fail
NURS P419
Clinical Assessment 4
Pass/Fail
*All clinical placement requirements must be completed before results in the clinical assessment will be submitted to a
Board of Examiners.
HIGHER DIPLOMA EXAMINATION IN NURSING STUDIES (CHILDREN’S NURSING) 2005/2006
MDHDP0054: Autumn
MDHDP0053 Spring
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. Part 1 of the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Children’s Nursing). Examination takes
place in Spring (January) and Summer (June) and Part 2 of the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Children’s Nursing)
Examination will be held in Summer (April) and Autumn (October). Part 1 supplemental examinations will take place in
Spring (January) and Summer (June) if required. Part 2 supplemental examinations will take place in Summer (April) and
Autumn (October) if required. Students undertaking supplemental examinations must be engaged full-time in the practice
of children’s nursing for a minimum of two months in the four months immediately preceding the examination.
Pass Standard 50%
50% must be obtained in Part I and Part II Examinations. The Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Children’s Nursing) will
be awarded when Part I and Part II are completed successfully.
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Compensation
Compensation between course work and written examination within a single module shall be permitted provided that the
candidate obtains a mark that is not below 45% in the written examination. Compensation between modules shall not be
permitted.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Children’s Nursing) will be awarded “with Distinction” on an aggregate of 65%
of the marks obtained in Part 1 and Part 2 Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Children’s Nursing) Examination. Normally
a Distinction may be awarded only when each examination is passed at the first attempt and when all subjects are presented
together.
Oral Examination
An Oral examination will be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
First Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Children’s Nursing) Part 1 (2005/2006)
Overall
Subject
Mark
NURS P281
Child and Family Centred Nursing
50
NURS P013
Research
100
NURS P282
Theoretical Foundations of Children’s Nursing
100
NURS P283
Child and Family Health Promotion
100
NURS P284
The Child with Health Care Needs
100
NURS P285
The Child with Special Health Care Needs 1
100
NURS P401
Clinical Assessment 1
Pass/Fail
NURS P402
Clinical Assessment 2
Pass/Fail
Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Children’s Nursing) Part 2 (2005/2006)
Subject
Overall
Mark
NURS P289
Professional and Contemporary Issues in Child Health
100
NURS P287
Social and Behavioural Sciences
100
NURS P286
The Child with Special Health Care Needs 2
100
NURS P288
The Child with Special Health Care Needs 3
100
NURS P418
Clinical Assessment 3
Pass/Fail
NURS P419
Clinical Assessment 4
Pass/Fail
*Normally all clinical requirements must be completed before the student will be permitted to undertake the written Higher Diploma
Examination.
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (EMERGENCY NURSING) (2002-2003 Format)
MDHDP0026: Part-Time Mode
FIRST HIGHER DIPLOMA EXAMINATION IN NURSING STUDIES (EMERGENCY NURSING)
Subject
Total Marks
NURS P083
Nursing Theory & Practice I (Emergency Nursing)
100
NURS P084
Nursing Theory & Practice II (Emergency Nursing)
100
NURS P013
Nursing Research
100
NURS P215
Biological Sciences
200
HIGHER DIPLOMA EXAMINATION IN NURSING STUDIES (EMERGENCY NURSING)
Subject
Total Marks
NURS P276
Care of the Acutely Ill Person
200
NURS P274
Care of the Acutely Injured Person
150
NURS P275
Care of the Person with Special Needs
150
NURS P277
Health Promotion and Health Education
100
NURS P091
Clinical Assessment*
Pass/Fail
*Students must complete all clinical learning requirements and must pass all aspects of clinical assessments.
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HIGHER DIPLOMA EXAMINATION IN NURSING STUDIES (EMERGENCY NURSING)
MDHDP0032: Accelerated Mode
Subject
Total Marks
NURS P083
Nursing Theory & Practice I (Emergency Nursing)
100
NURS P084
Nursing Theory & Practice II (Emergency Nursing)
100
NURS P013
Nursing Research
100
NURS P215
Biological Sciences
200
NURS P276
Care of the Acutely Ill Person
200
NURS P274
Care of the Acutely Injured Person
150
NURS P275
Care of the Person with Special Needs
150
NURS P277
Health Promotion and Health Education
100
NURS P091
Clinical Assessment*
Pass/Fail
*Students must complete all clinical learning requirements and must pass all aspects of clinical assessments.
MDHDP0026 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (EMERGENCY NURSING)
(2004-2005
Format)
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. The teaching program is divided into semesters and examinations are held at the
completion of each semester. Supplemental examinations are held in the autumn.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the five
Compulsory subjects. Normally a distinction may be awarded only when the examinations are passed at the first attempt
and when all subjects are presented together. In the case of Part 1 subjects, honours may be awarded in individual subjects
only. Honours are awarded in individual modules only when the subject is passed at the first attempt.
Oral Examination
An oral examination may be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
Part I
Three subject areas
NURS P411
Nursing Theory and Practice I
NURS P013
Nursing Research
NURS P184
Biological Sciences
Total Marks
Part II
Five Compulsory subject areas plus Clinical Assessment
NURS P412 Health Promotion and Health Education
NURS P413 Applied Research/ Management and Clinical Leadership
NURS P420 Care of the Acutely Ill Person
NURS P421 Care of the Specific Needs Person
NURS P422 Care of the Acutely Injured Person
NURS P091 Clinical Assessment
Total Marks
100
100
100
300
100
100
100
100
100
500
MDHDP0032
MDHDP0026 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (EMERGENCY NURSING)
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. The teaching program is divided into semesters and examinations are held at the
completion of each semester. Supplemental examinations are held in the autumn.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the five
Compulsory subjects. Normally a distinction may be awarded only when the examinations are passed at the first attempt
and when all subjects are presented together. In the case of Part 1 subjects, honours may be awarded in individual subjects
only. Honours are awarded in individual modules only when the subject is passed at the first attempt.
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All clinical placement requirements must be completed before the results in the clinical assessment are submitted to the
Board of Examiners.
Oral Examination
An oral examination may be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
Part I
Three subject areas
NURS P411
Nursing Theory and Practice I
NURS P013
Nursing Research
NURS P184
Biological Sciences
Total Marks
100
100
100
300
Part II
Five Compulsory subject areas plus Clinical Assessment
NURS P412
Health Promotion and Health Education
NURS P413
Applied Research/ Management and Clinical Leadership
NURS P420
Care of the Acutely Ill Person
NURS P421
Care of the Specific Needs Person
NURS P422
Care of the Acutely Injured Person
NURS P091
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
100
100
Total Marks
500
MDHDP0041:HIGHER DIPLOMA EXAMINATION IN NURSING STUDIES (NURSE/MIDWIFE EDUCATION)
(The General Regulations apply.)
Pass Standard
50%
Honours Standard
65%
The Higher Diploma examinations will be held in the summer and autumn. Course work will be completed throughout the
programme, and will contribute to the award of the Higher Diploma.
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the higher
diploma examinations. Normally, a Distinction may be awarded only when the examination is passed at the first attempt
and when all subjects are passed at the first attempt.
Each module will be independently examined. Examinations will take place in the winter and the summer. Supplemental
examinations will take place in the autumn. Exemption from modules will not be permitted.
Subject
NURS P126
NURS P135
NURS P136
NURS P137
NURS P269
Education Studies
Psychology of Education/Sociology of Education
Curriculum Studies
Management of Nurse Education
Teaching Practice
Marks
100
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (CLINICAL PRACTICE) (2002/03)
Compensation
Compensation between subjects shall not be permitted.
Exemption
A candidate who has obtained a pass mark in a subject shall be exempted from further examination in that subject.
Candidates with may apply for a maximum of three core modules.
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Specific Regulations for the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice Nursing)
The general regulations apply. The First Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice Nursing) and
the Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice Nursing) will normally be completed for the
Summer Board of Examiners, supplemental examinations will be held in the autumn.
The Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice Nursing) Examinations will be held in Winter, Summer and
Autumn.
The Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice Nursing): Accelerated Mode will normally be
completed for the Autumn Board of Examiners. Supplemental examinations for the Winter and Summer examinations will
be held in the Autumn and for Autumn examinations in Winter.
The First Higher Diploma Examinations in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice Nursing) and the Higher Diploma
Examination in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice Nursing): Part time mode will take place in the Winter and Summer,
with supplemental examinations in the Autumn.
All clinical placement requirements must be completed before the results in the clinical assessment are submitted to the
Board of Examiners.
The First Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice Nursing) must be passed before proceeding to
the second year.
Normally the First Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice Nursing) must be passed within two
years of entering the course. Normally the Higher Diploma Examination in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice Nursing)
must be passed within two years of entering the second year of the programme. Normally the Higher Diploma Examination
in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice Nursing) Accelerated Mode must be passed within two years of entering the
programme.
For students undertaking the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice Nursing) in a part time mode over two
years the award of the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice Nursing) will be calculated on the total marks
for Year One and Year Two.
For students undertaking the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice Nursing) in an accelerated mode over
one year the award of the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice Nursing) will be calculated on the total
marks achieved in all examinations.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the Higher
Diploma in Nursing Studies (Clinical Practice Nursing). Normally a distinction may be awarded only when the
examination is passed at the first attempt and when all modules are presented together.
Students who have been granted exemptions may be awarded distinction in individual modules provided the module is
passed at the first attempt and all modules are presented together.
Oral Examination
An examination will be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (CLINICAL PRACTICE) (2002-2003 Format)
MDHDP0042: Part-time mode:
FIRST HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (CLINICAL PRACTICE)
Code and Subject
Total Marks
Core modules
NURS P213 Nursing Theory and Practice I
100
NURS P013 Nursing Research
100
NURS P215 Biological Sciences
200
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (CLINICAL PRACTICE)
Subject and Code
Total Marks
All Strands
NURSP216
Health Promotion and Health Education
100
AND
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Specialist modules
Strand 1:
Gastroenterology Nursing
NURS P217 Endoscopy Nursing
NURS P218 Gastrointestinal Nursing
NURS P219 Biological Sciences II: Gastroenterology Nursing
NURS P298 Clinical Assessment
OR
Strand 2:
Gerontological Nursing
NURS P220 Nursing Older Persons I
NURS P221 Nursing Older Persons II
NURS P222 Nursing Older Persons III
NURS P255 Clinical Assessment
OR
Strand 3:
Neonatal Nursing
NURS P223 Neonatal Nursing I: Nursing the Pre-term Neonate
NURS P224 Neonatal Nursing II: Nursing the Ill Neonate
NURS P225 Neonatal Nursing III: Nursing the Infant with a Congenital Anomaly
NURS P256 Clinical Assessment
OR
Strand 4:
Rehabilitation Nursing
NURS P226
Rehabilitation Nursing
NURS P257
Clinical Assessment
AND
NURS P227
Acquired Brain Injury Acute Care Nursing
NURS P228
Biological Sciences II: Rehabilitation Nursing
OR
NURS P229
Spinal Cord Injury: Emergency Care
NURS P230
Spinal Cord Lesion: Acute Care Nursing
OR
Strand 5:
Renal Nursing
NURS P23l
Care of the Person with Renal Dysfunction
NURS P232
Care of the Person Requiring Renal Replacement Therapy
NURS P233
Biological Sciences II: Renal Nursing
NURS P258
Clinical Assessment
OR
Strand 6:
NURS P234
NURS P235
NURS P236
NURS P259
OR
Strand 7:
NURS P237
NURS P238
NURS P239
NURS P260
OR
Strand 8:
NURS P240
NURS P241
NURS P242
NURS P261
OR
Strand 9:
NURS P243
NURS P244
NURS P245
NURS P262
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
100
Pass/Fail
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Rheumatology Nursing
Rheumatology Nursing 1
Rheumatology Nursing 2
Biological Sciences II: Rheumatology Nursing
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Pain Management
Pain Management I
Pain Management II
Pain Management III
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
pass/fail
Paediatric Critical Care Nursing
Nursing the Infant/Child with Altered Respiratory Function
Nursing the Infant/Child with Cardiovascular Function
Nursing the Infant/Child with Multi-organ failure
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Paediatric Emergency Nursing
Care of the Acutely Ill Child and Adolescent
Care of the Child/Adolescent with Minor and Major Injuries
Care of the Child/Adolescent with Special Needs
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
269
OR
Strand 10:
NURS P292
NURS P293
NURS P294
NURS P299
Urology Nursing
Urology Nursing I
Urology Nursing II
Urology Nursing III
Clinical Assessment
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (CLINICAL PRACTICE)
MDHDP0045: Accelerated mode:
Code and Subject
Core modules
NURS P213 Nursing Theory and Practice I
NURS P013 Nursing Research
NURS P214 Nursing Theory and Practice II
NURS P215 Biological Sciences
NURS P216 Health Promotion and Health Education
Specialist modules
Strand 1:
Gastroenterology Nursing
NURS P217 Endoscopy Nursing
NURS P218 Gastrointestinal Nursing
NURS P219 Biological Sciences II: Gastroenterology Nursing
NURS P298 Clinical Assessment
OR
Strand 2:
Gerontological Nursing
NURS P220 Nursing Older Persons I
NURS P221 Nursing Older Persons II
NURS P222 Nursing Older Persons III
NURS P255 Clinical Assessment
OR
Strand 3:
Neonatal Nursing
NURS P223 Neonatal Nursing I: Nursing the Pre-term Neonate
NURS P224 Neonatal Nursing II: Nursing the III Neonate
NURS P225 Neonatal Nursing III: Nursing the Neonate with a Congenital Anomaly
NURS P256 Clinical Assessment
OR
Strand 4:
NURS P226
NURS P257
AND
NURS P227
NURS P228
OR
NURS P229
NURS P230
Strand 5:
NURS P231
NURS P232
NURS P233
NURS P258
OR
Strand 6:
NURS P234
NURS P235
NURS P236
NURS P259
OR
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Rehabilitation Nursing
Rehabilitation Nursing
Clinical Assessment
Acquired Brain Injury Acute Care Nursing
Biological Sciences II: Rehabilitation Nursing
Spinal Cord Injury: Emergency Care
Spinal Cord Lesion: Acute Care Nursing
Renal Nursing
Care of the Person with Renal Dysfunction
Care of the Person Requiring Renal Replacement Therapy
Biological Sciences II: Renal Nursing
Clinical Assessment
Rheumatology Nursing
Rheumatology Nursing 1
Rheumatology Nursing 2
Biological Sciences II: Rheumatology Nursing
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Total Marks
100
100
100
200
100
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
100
Pass/Fail
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Strand 7:
NURS P237
NURS P238
NURS P239
NURS P260
OR
Pain Management
Pain Management I
Pain Management II
Pain Management III
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Strand 8:
NURS P240
NURS P241
NURS P242
NURS P261
OR
Strand 9:
NURS P243
NURS P244
NURS P245
NURS P262
OR
Strand 10:
NURS P292
NURS P293
NURS P294
NURS P263
Paediatric Critical Care Nursing
Nursing the Infant/Child with Altered Respiratory Function
Nursing the Infant/Child with Cardiovascular Function
Nursing the Infant/Child with Multi-organ failure
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Paediatric Emergency Nursing
Care of the Acutely Ill Child and Adolescent
Care of the Child/Adolescent with Minor and Major Injuries
Care of the Child/Adolescent with Special Needs
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Urology Nursing
Urology Nursing I
Urology Nursing II
Urology Nursing III
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
MDHDP0042 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (CLINICAL PRACTICE) (2004-2005 Format)
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. The teaching program is divided into semesters and examinations are held at the
completion of each semester. Supplemental examinations are held in the autumn.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the five
Compulsory subjects. Normally a distinction may be awarded only when the examinations are passed at the first attempt
and when all subjects are presented together. In the case of Part 1 subjects, honours may be awarded in individual subjects
only. Honours are awarded in individual modules only when the subject is passed at the first attempt.
Oral Examination
An oral examination may be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
Part I
Three subject areas
NURS P411 Nursing Theory and Practice I
NURS P013 Nursing Research
NURS P184 Biological Sciences
Total Marks
Part II
Five Compulsory subject areas plus Clinical Assessment
All strands
NURS P412 Health Promotion and Health Education
NURS P413 Applied Research, Management and Clinical Leadership
AND
Specialist Modules
Strand 1:
Gastroenterology Nursing
NURS P217 Endoscopy Nursing
NURS P218 Gastrointestinal Nursing
NURS P219 Biological Sciences II Gastroenterology Nursing
NURS P298 Clinical Assessment
OR
100
100
100
300
100
100
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
271
Strand 2:
NURS P220
NURS P221
NURS P222
NURS P255
OR
Gerontological Nursing
Nursing Older Persons I
Nursing Older Persons II
Nursing Older Persons III
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Strand 3:
NURS P223
NURS P224
NURS P225
NURS P256
OR
Strand 4:
NURS P226
NURS P257
AND
NURS P227
NURS P228
OR
NURS P229
NURS P230
OR
Strand 5:
NURS P231
NURS P232
NURS P233
NURS P258
OR
Strand 6:
NURS P234
NURS P235
NURS P236
NURS P259
OR
Strand 7:
NURS P237
NURS P238
NURS P239
NURS P260
OR
Strand 8:
NURS P240
NURS P241
NURS P242
NURS P261
OR
Strand 9:
NURS P243
NURS P244
NURS P245
NURS P262
OR
Strand 10:
NURS P292
NURS P293
NURS P294
NURS P299
Part II
Neonatal Nursing
Neonatal Nursing I: Nursing the Pre-term Neonate
Neonatal Nursing II: Nursing the Ill Neonate
Neonatal Nursing: Nursing the Infant with a Congenital Anomaly
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Rehabilitation Nursing
Rehabilitation Nursing
Clinical Assessment
100
Pass/Fail
Acquired Brain Injury Acute Care Nursing
Biological Sciences II: Rehabilitation Nursing
100
100
Spinal Cord Injury: Emergency Care
Spinal Cord Lesion: Acute Care Nursing
100
100
Renal Nursing
Care of the Person with Renal Dysfunction
Care of the Person Requiring Renal Replacement Therapy
Biological Sciences II: Renal Nursing
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Rheumatology Nursing
Rheumatology Nursing 1
Rheumatology Nursing 2
Biological Sciences II:Rheumatology Nursing
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Pain Management
Pain Management I
Pain Management II
Pain Management III
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Paediatric Critical Care Nursing
Nursing the Infant/Child with Altered Respiratory Function
Nursing the Infant/Child with Cardiovascular Function
Nursing the Infant/Child with Multi-organ failure
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Paediatric Emergency Nursing
Care of the Acutely Ill Child and Adolescent
Care of the Child/Adolescent with Minor and Major Injuries
Care of the Child/Adolescent with Special Needs
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Urology Nursing
Urology Nursing I
Urology Nursing II
Urology Nursing III
Clinical Assessment
Total Marks
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
500
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MDHDP0045 (Accelerated)
MDHDP0042 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (CLINICAL PRACTICE) (2005-2006 Format)
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. The teaching program is divided into semesters and examinations are held at the
completion of each semester. Supplemental examinations are held in the autumn.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the five
Compulsory subjects. Normally a distinction may be awarded only when the examinations are passed at the first attempt
and when all subjects are presented together. In the case of Part 1 subjects, honours may be awarded in individual subjects
only. Honours are awarded in individual modules only when the subject is passed at the first attempt.
All clinical placement requirements must be completed before the results in the clinical assessment are submitted to the
Board of Examiners.
Oral Examination
An oral examination may be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
Part I
Three subject areas
NURS P411
NURS P013
NURS P184
Total Marks
Nursing Theory and Practice I
Nursing Research
Biological Sciences
100
100
100
300
Part II
Five Compulsory subject areas plus Clinical Assessment
All strands
NURS P412
NURS P413
AND
Health Promotion and Health Education
Applied Research, Management and Clinical Leadership
100
100
Specialist Modules
Strand 1:
Gastrointestinal Nursing
NURS P435
NURS P436
NURS P437
Upper gastrointestinal nursing
Lower gastrointestinal nursing
Colorectal Nursing
OR
100
100
100
NURS
NURS P298
Endoscopy Nursing
Clinical Assessment
100
Pass/Fail
OR
Strand 2:
Gerontological Nursing
NURS P220
NURS P221
NURS P222
NURS P255
Nursing Older Persons I
Nursing Older Persons II
Nursing Older Persons III
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
273
OR
Strand 3:
Neonatal Nursing
NURS P223
NURS P224
NURS P225
NURS P256
Neonatal Nursing I: Nursing the Pre-term Neonate
Neonatal Nursing II: Nursing the Ill Neonate
Neonatal Nursing: Nursing the Infant with a Congenital Anomaly
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Rehabilitation Nursing
Rehabilitation Nursing
Clinical Assessment
100
Pass/Fail
NURS P227
NURS P228
OR
Acquired Brain Injury Acute Care Nursing
Biological Sciences II: Rehabilitation Nursing
100
100
NURS P229
NURS P230
Spinal Cord Injury: Emergency Care
Spinal Cord Lesion: Acute Care Nursing
100
100
OR
Strand 4:
NURS P226
NURS P257
AND
OR
Strand 5:
Renal Nursing
NURS P231
NURS
NURS
NURS P258
Care of the Person with Renal Dysfunction
Care of the Person undergoing Haemodialysis
Care of the Person undergoing Peritoneal Dialysis and Renal Transplantation
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Rheumatology Nursing
Rheumatology Nursing 1
Rheumatology Nursing 2
Biological Sciences II:Rheumatology Nursing
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Pain Management
Pain Management I
Pain Management II
Pain Management III
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Paediatric Critical Care Nursing
Nursing the Infant/Child with Altered Respiratory Function
Nursing the Infant/Child with Cardiovascular Function
Nursing the Infant/Child with Multi-organ failure
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
OR
Strand 6:
NURS P234
NURS P235
NURS P236
NURS P259
OR
Strand 7:
NURS P237
NURS P238
NURS P239
NURS P260
OR
Strand 8:
NURS P240
NURS P241
NURS P242
NURS P261
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OR
Strand 9:
NURS P243
NURS P244
NURS P245
NURS P262
Paediatric Emergency Nursing
Care of the Acutely Ill Child and Adolescent
Care of the Child/Adolescent with Minor and Major Injuries
Care of the Child/Adolescent with Special Needs
Clinical Assessment
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
Urology Nursing
Urology Nursing I
Urology Nursing II
Urology Nursing III
Clinical Assessment
Total Marks
100
100
100
Pass/Fail
500
OR
Strand 10:
NURS P292
NURS P293
NURS P294
NURS P299
Part II
HIGHER DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (Professional Development)
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. The teaching program is divided into semesters and examinations are held at the
completion of each semester. Supplemental examinations are held in the Autumn.
Honours Standard
The Higher Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65% of the marks obtained in the five
Compulsory subjects. Normally a distinction may be awarded only when the examinations are passed at the first attempt
and when all subjects are presented together. In the case of Part 1 subjects, honours may be awarded in individual subjects
only. Honours are awarded in individual modules only when the subject is passed at the first attempt.
Oral Examination
An oral examination may be offered if considered necessary by the examiners.
Part I
Three subject areas
NURS P411
Nursing Theory and Practice I
NURS P013
Nursing Research
NURS P184
Biological Sciences
Total Marks
Part II
Five Compulsory subject areas
NURS P412
Health Promotion and Health Education
NURS P413
Applied Research, Management and Clinical Leadership
NURS P429
Reflective Practice
NURS P430
Psychosocial Aspects of Nursing Care
NURS P431
Evidence Based Practice and Quality Improvement
Total Marks
100
100
100
300
100
100
100
100
100
500
DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (RETROSPECTIVE AWARD)
Students who have successfully completed all first year modules of the Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies (listed below)
who wish to exit the programme and who do not proceed for the award of a Higher Diploma in Nursing Studies may apply
retrospectively for the award of Diploma in Nursing Studies.
Subject
Emergency Nursing
Diabetes Nursing
Oncology Nursing
Palliative Nursing
Peri-Anaesthesia Nursing
Peri-Operative Nursing
Critical Care Nursing
Clinical Practice
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MDDPP0006 DIPLOMA IN NURSING STUDIES (NURSING INFORMATICS) (DipNS)
Specific Regulations
The General Regulations apply. The Diploma in Nursing Studies (Nursing Informatics) examination will be held in the
Summer; supplemental examinations will take place in the Autumn.
Honours Standard
The Diploma will be awarded “With Distinction” on an aggregate of 65%. Normally, a Distinction may be awarded only
when the examination is passed at the first attempt and when all subjects are presented together.
Subject
NURS 1049
NURS 1018
NURS 1050
NURS 1051
NURS 1052
Information Management
Nursing Research
Nursing Theory and Practice 1 (Nursing Informatics)
Nursing Theory and Practice 2 (Nursing Informatics)
Computer Applications for Nursing
Total Marks
100
100
150
150
100
Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
PRE-MEDICAL EXAMINATION
Distribution of Marks
Biology
Total
200
Written
120
Practical
40
C.A.
40
200
150
20
30
200
150
-
50
A maximum of 20 per cent of the total
marks may be allocated to the years
work
Chemistry
A maximum of 20 per cent of the total
marks may be allocated to the years
work
Physics
A maximum of 25 per cent of the total
marks may be allocated to the years
work
Pass Standard
A pass in any subject may be awarded to candidates who obtain 50% overall in that subject and not less than 45% in the
written paper.
Compensation
A candidate who obtains 45% in the written paper and 45% overall in one subject may pass by compensation in that subject
only provided an overall mark of 50% in the three subjects is achieved. Compensation will not apply to the autumn
(repeat) examination.
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Exemption
Candidates may obtain exemption in subjects passed in the summer examination, but the exemption applies only to the
following autumn (repeat) examination. Exemptions will only apply when the three subjects of the examination have, in
the opinion of the Examiners, been taken at the summer sitting.
Honours Standard
70 per cent for First Class
65 per cent for Second Class Grade 1
60 per cent for Second Class Grade 11
Honours may be awarded in the examination as a whole and in separate subjects.
Honours are not awarded at repeat examinations.
Note: A borderline candidate for pass or honours may be required to attend an oral examination at the discretion of the
examiners.
The maximum time limit for passing this examination will be two years.
FIRST PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION
Distribution of Marks
Total
Anatomy
Behavioural Science
Biochemistry
Pharmacology
Physiology
First Prof.
Written
100
100
100
100
100
First Prof.
Practical
35
60*
60*
60*
60*
25*
Incourse Ass
(incl. F.year Exam
Results)
40
40
40
40
40
*This mark may include a maximum of 5 marks (5%) for an oral examination to be held at the discretion of the examiners.
Pass Standard
A pass in any subject may be awarded to candidates who obtain 50% overall in that subject and not less than 45% in the
written paper.
Compensation
A candidate who obtains 45% overall in any subject may pass by compensation in those subjects only provided an overall
aggregate mark of 50% in the entire examination is attained.
Compensation will not apply when a student has less than 45% in any one subject. A candidate who does not obtain an
overall mark of 50% must resit all subjects with an individual mark less than 50%. Compensation will not apply to the
autumn (repeat) examination.
Exemption
Candidates may obtain exemption in subjects passed in the main examination, but the exemption applies only to the
following (repeat) examination. Exemptions will only apply when the five subjects of the examination have been taken at
the main sitting.
Honours Standard
70 per cent for First Class
65 per cent for Second Class Grade 1
60 per cent for Second Class Grade 11
Honours may be awarded in the examination as a whole and in separate subjects.
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Honours are not awarded at repeat examinations.
The maximum time limit for passing the First Professional Examination is four years from the date of entry to the
premedical class. In the case of students admitted directly into the First Medical Year, the maximum time limit for passing
the First Professional Examination is three years from the date of entry to the First Medical Year.
SECOND PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION
Distribution of Marks
Total
Written
(incl. M.C.Q.’s)
200
130
Pathology
Microbiology
200
College Examination in
Medicine & Surgery
200***
100
Oral
Practical
C.A.
*
20
50
*
50**
50
*An oral will be conducted in Microbiology and Pathology, if considered necessary by the examiners (In Microbiology,
orals will only be given to Prize and Pass/Fail students).
**Includes MCQ
***10% of the total mark obtained in this examination will now count towards the Final Professional Examination in
Medicine & Surgery.
Continuous Assessment
A maximum of 25% of the total marks may be allocated to the year’s work.
Pass Standard
Pass standard 50%. In the case of the Medicine and Surgery examination the clinical section of the examination must be
passed. No candidate is allowed to pass in any subject unless s/he obtains a minimum of 45% in the written part of the
examination.
Exemption
At the summer examination a candidate may obtain exemption in one, two or three subjects provided he has attained the
pass standard. Candidates who fail the repeat sitting of this examination must repeat the year in all subjects.
Honours Standard
70 per cent for First Class
65 per cent for Second Class Grade 1
60 per cent for Second Class Grade 11
Honours may be awarded in the examination as a whole and in separate subjects.
Honours are not awarded at repeat examinations.
The maximum time limit for passing the Second Professional Examination is two years after completing the First
Professional Examination.
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FOURTH YEAR COLLEGE EXAMINATIONS
Distribution of Marks
Total
Written
100
100
Epidemiology & Public
Health Medicine*
100
75
Forensic
Med/Toxicology
100
50
Neo-Natal Medicine
Clinical
Oral
Proj.
25
50
Ophthalmology
100
50
50
Oto-Rhino-Larynology
100
50
40
General Practice
100
80
Tropical Medicine
100
100
Medicine & Surgery
OSCE**
100
10
20
**20% of the total mark obtained in this examination will now count towards the Final Professional Examination in
Medicine & Surgery.
Pass Standard
Pass standard 50%. No candidate is allowed to pass in any subject unless he obtains a minimum of 45% in the written part
of the examination.
In repeat Examinations the MCQ paper may be waived, the marks allocated to this being transferred to the written
examination.
Exemption
Candidates may obtain exemption in subjects passed in the summer examination, but the exemption applies only to the
following autumn (repeat) examination. Exemptions will only apply when the three subjects of the examination have, in
the opinion of the Examiners, been taken at the summer sitting.
Honours Standard
70 per cent for First Class
65 per cent for Second Class Grade 1
60 per cent for Second Class Grade 11
Honours are not awarded at repeat examinations.
*Note: A borderline candidate for pass or honours may be required to attend an oral examination at the discretion of the
examiners.
FINAL PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION
Distribution of Marks
Joint assessment in Medicine & Surgery
Medicine
Surgery
Combined Total:
400
Written
(incl. M.C.Q.)
Clinical (Combined Exam)
(Including Oral/Extended Clinical)
C.A.
Radiology
60
60
220
*40
20
279
Total
Obstetrics/Gynaecology
200
100
Written
(incl. M.C.Q.)
80
20
Clinical
(incl. M.C.Q.)
80
50
Oral
EOC
20
20
30 ECA
(10 Proj.)
(10 MCQ)
(10 EOC)
Paediatrics
**Psychiatry
100
55
25
20
*The continuous assessment mark is calculated from the 10% of the mark awarded in the Third Year Medicine & Surgery
Exam and 20% of the total mark awarded for the Fourth Year OSCE.
**A candidate who achieves a sufficient standard in the written part of the examination (and the Written and Clinical
Examination in the case of Psychiatry), may be exempted, at the discretion of the examiners, from taking an oral
examination (a mark of 52% will be considered for this purpose). An honours mark may be awarded only to students who
attend the oral examination.
Pass Standard
Pass standard 50%. No candidate is allowed to pass in any subject unless he obtains a minimum of 45% in the written part
of the examination. The clinical section of all final subjects must be passed.
In repeat Examinations the MCQ paper may be waived, the marks allocated to this being transferred to the written
examination.
Ruling regarding the application of the award of a mark of ‘35’ in the Final Clinical Examinations
In the case of a student who achieves the following clinical marks:
Long Case
35
Short Case
50 and above
or
Long Case
50 and above
Short Case
35
He/she will receive a Third Clinical Examination by another Pair of Examiners in the clinical in which the ‘35’ mark was
granted, i.e. either the Long Case or Short Case(s). An external Examiner must be part of the re-examining team and
neither of the examining pair will have previously have examined the student.
If the student achieves a mark of 50% or higher, in the third clinical, he/she will then receive an additional Oral
examination by one of the Clinical Professors and an External Examiner. If the student fails the Oral examination, he/she
will be deemed to have Failed the examination overall.
FINAL PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION
Honours standard
Honours (First Class and Second Class) may be awarded separately in each of the subjects of the Final Professional
Examination, i.e. (a) Medicine & Surgery, (b) Obstetrics & Gynaecology, (c) Psychiatry and (d) Paediatrics.
First Class Honours
First Class Honours may be awarded in any subject to candidates who obtain 70% or over in that subject.
Second Class Honours
Second Class Honours may be awarded in any subject to candidates who obtain 60% or over in that subject.
Honours Degree
For the award of an Honours Degree, honours must be obtained in the aggregate marks of the subjects Medicine/Surgery,
Obstetrics/Gynaecology, Psychiatry and Paediatrics.
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A First Class Honours Degree may be awarded to candidates who obtain 70% or over, no subject to fall below 60% for
First Class Honours.
A Second Class Honours Degree may be awarded to candidates who obtain between 60 and 69%. No subjects to fall
below 55% for Second Class Honours.
Note: Candidates who fail one or more of the degree subjects are not eligible for the award of an honours degree.
If the total marks in the subjects Medicine/Surgery, Obstetrics/Gynaecology, Psychiatry and Paediatrics so computed do
not warrant the award of First or Second Class Honours Degrees, the candidate will be awarded a Pass Degree,
notwithstanding the fact that Honours are awarded in a separate subject or subjects.
VETERINARY MEDICINE
Each University Examination must be passed within two years from the date of entry to that course.
VMBDF0001 SECOND UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION IN VETERINARY MEDICINE
VAN 2010 Veterinary Anatomy II including Histology and Embryology
VPB 2020 Veterinary Physiology & Biochemistry II
AHP 2050 Animal Husbandry and Production
VAN 2040 Application and Integration (Problem Based Learning)
VAN 2010
VPB 2020
AHP 2050
VAN 2040
Veterinary Anatomy II
Veterinary Physiology & Biochemistry II
Animal Husbandry and Production
Application and Integration (PBL)
Pass standard:
Honours standard:








First Class
Second Class Grade I
Second Class Grade II
Total
Marks
100
100
100
30
ECTS
Credit
18
18
18
6
50%
70%
65%
60%
Honours will only be awarded to a candidate presenting on first attempt.
First Class Honours will be awarded to a candidate with an aggregate mark of 70%.
Second Class Honours Grade I will be awarded to a candidate with an aggregate mark of 65%.
Second Class Honours Grade II will be awarded to a candidate with an aggregate mark of 60%.
First (70%) or Second Grade I (65%) or Second Grade II (60%) Class Honours will be awarded in single subjects
provided that the candidate passes the whole examination on first attempt.
Compensation will not be allowed between subjects.
A candidate who fails the examination in the Autumn may be required to re-register and attend courses in the
following year.
All subjects must be passed before proceeding to the Third Year course.
VMBDF0001 THIRD UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION IN VETERINARY MEDICINE
Old Curriculum
VMP
VMP
LACS
SACS
SACS
VSY
3010
3020
3040
3050
3060
3070
Veterinary Microbiology
Veterinary Parasitology
Large Animal Clinical Studies I
Small Animal Clinical Studies I
Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology I
Veterinary Surgery
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VMP
VMP
LACS
SACS
SACS
VSY
3010
3020
3040
3050
3060
3070
Veterinary Microbiology
Veterinary Parasitology
Large Animal Clinical Studies I
Small Animal Clinical Studies I
Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology I
Veterinary Surgery
Pass standard:
Honours standard:
Total
Marks
100
100
100
100
100
100
ECTS
Credit
10
10
10
10
10
10
50%
70%
65%
60%
First Class
Second Class Grade I
Second Class Grade II
New Curriculum
The subjects are:
VMP 3100 Basic Veterinary Microbiology
VMP 3110 Basic Veterinary Parasitology
VPY 3100 Basic Veterinary Pathology
VPB 3100 Veterinary Pharmacology / Toxicology
VMP 3120 Population medicine III
VAN 3100 Third veterinary medicine: Respiratory and Cardiovascular System
VAN 3110 Third veterinary medicine: Gastrointestinal System
VMP
VMP
VPY
VPB
VMP
VAN
VAN
3100
3110
3100
3100
3120
3100
3110
Basic Veterinary Microbiology
Basic Veterinary Parasitology
Basic Veterinary Pathology
Veterinary Pharmacology / Toxicology
Population medicine III
Third veterinary medicine: Respiratory and Cardiovascular System
Third veterinary medicine: Gastrointestinal System
Pass standard:
Honours standard:








282
Total
Marks
100
100
100
50
50
100
100
ECTS
Credit
10
10
10
5
5
10
10
First Class
50%
70%
Second Class Grade I
65%
Second Class Grade II
60%
Compensation will not be allowed between subjects.
Honours will only be awarded to a candidate presenting on first attempt.
First Class Honours will be awarded to a candidate with an aggregate mark of 70%.
Second Class Honours Grade I will be awarded to a candidate with an aggregate mark of 65%.
Second Class Honours Grade II will be awarded to a candidate with an aggregate mark of 60%.
First (70%) or Second Grade I (65%) or Second Grade II (60%) Class Honours will be awarded in single subjects
provided that the candidate passes the whole examination on first attempt.
A candidate who fails the examination in the Autumn may be required to re-register and attend courses in the
following year.
All subjects must be passed before proceeding to the Fourth Year course.
VMBDF0001 FOURTH UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION IN VETERINARY MEDICINE
The subjects are:
VPY 4090 Veterinary Pathology
LACS 4080 Large Animal Medicine
SACS 4050 Small Animal Clinical Studies II
VMP 4040 Veterinary Infectious Diseases
LACS 4070 Veterinary Public Health and Food Hygiene
VSY 4060 Veterinary Surgery
ECTS
Credit
Total
Marks
VPY
LACS
SACS
VMP
LACS
VSY
4090
4080
4050
4040
4070
4060
Veterinary Pathology
Large Animal Medicine
Small Animal Clinical Studies II
Veterinary Infectious Diseases
Veterinary Public Health and Food Hygiene
Veterinary Surgery
Pass standard:
Honours standard:








100
100
100
100
100
100
10
10
10
10
10
10
50%
70%
65%
60%
First Class
Second Class Grade I
Second Class Grade II
Compensation will not be allowed between subjects.
Honours will only be awarded to a candidate presenting on first attempt.
First Class Honours will be awarded to a candidate with an aggregate mark of 70%.
Second Class Honours Grade I will be awarded to a candidate with an aggregate mark of 65%.
Second Class Honours Grade II will be awarded to a candidate with an aggregate mark of 60%.
First (70%) or Second Grade I (65%) or Second Grade II (60%) Class Honours will be awarded in single subjects
provided that the candidate passes the whole examination on first attempt.
A candidate who fails the examination in the Autumn may be required to re-register and attend courses in the
following year.
All subjects must be passed before proceeding to the Final Year course.
VMBDF0001 M.V.B DEGREE EXAMINATION
The subjects are:
VMRD 5000
Pass standard:
Honours standard:



Veterinary Medicine
First Class
Second Class Grade I
Second Class Grade II
Total
Marks
100
ECTS
Credit
60
50%
70%
65%
60%
Honours will only be awarded to a candidate presenting on first attempt.
A candidate who fails the examination in the Summer may be required to attend the University Veterinary Hospital
prior to taking that examination in the Autumn of that year.
A candidate who fails the examination in the Autumn may be required to re-register and attend course (or parts
thereof) in the following year.
VMDPP0001 DIPLOMA IN VETERINARY NURSING
The General Regulations apply
 Examinations will be held in Summer.
 Supplemental examinations will take place in Autumn if required.
 Pass standard is 50%
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

A candidate who obtains a pass mark in a subject or subjects will be exempt from further examination in that
subject or subjects, the exemption to hold for a period of two years.
Compensation will not be allowed between any of the five subjects.
A candidate who fails the examination in the Autumn may be required to re-register and re-attend courses in the
following year.
The examination for each year of the programme should normally be passed within two years of entering that year.
Normally, all examinations must be passed before proceeding to the next year of the programme.
The Diploma may be awarded with distinction on an aggregate of 70% of the marks obtained over the three years of the
course. Normally, a Distinction will be awarded only when each examination is passed at the first attempt and when
subjects are passed together.
VMDPP0001 First University Examination in Veterinary Nursing
Code
Subject
VNUR 1001
VNUR 1002
VNUR 1003
VNUR 1004
VNUR 1005
Veterinary Nursing Theory and Practice IA
Veterinary Nursing Theory and Practice IB
Veterinary Nursing Theory and Practice I
Portfolio of Veterinary Nursing Experience I
Clinical Veterinary Nursing Rotations I
Total
Marks
200
200
100
300
200
ECTS
Credit
12
12
6
18
12
Total
Marks
200
200
100
300
200
ECTS
Credit
12
12
6
18
12
Total
Marks
200
200
100
300
200
ECTS
Credit
12
12
6
18
12
VMDPP0001 Second University Examination in Veterinary Nursing
Code
Subject
VNUR 2001
VNUR 2002
VNUR 2003
VNUR 2004
VNUR 2005
Veterinary Nursing Theory and Practice IIA
Veterinary Nursing Theory and Practice IIB
Veterinary Nursing Theory and Practice II
Portfolio of Veterinary Nursing Experience II
Clinical Veterinary Nursing Rotations II
VMDPP0001 Third University Examination in Veterinary Nursing
Code
Subject
VNUR 3001
VNUR 3002
VNUR 3003
VNUR 3004
VNUR 3005
Veterinary Nursing Theory and Practice IIIA
Veterinary Nursing Theory and Practice IIIB
Veterinary Nursing Theory and Practice III
Portfolio of Veterinary Nursing Experience III
Clinical Veterinary Nursing Rotations III
VMMRF0001 MVM DEGREE EXAMINATION
Awarded by thesis (Mode I). Honours not awarded. Available by Mode II when a prescribed post-graduate course has been
submitted for approval.
VMMRF0002 MAnSc DEGREE EXAMINATION
Awarded by thesis (Mode I). Honours not awarded. Available by Mode II when a prescribed post-graduate course has been
submitted for approval.
VMMRF003 MSc DEGREE EXAMINATION
Awarded by thesis (Mode I). Honours not awarded. Available by Mode II when a prescribed postgraduate course has been
submitted for approval.
IFBDF0011 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (SPORTS MANAGEMENT)
General Regulations
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The University Examination of the Second Year of Sports Management must be passed as a whole before proceeding
to the course of the following year.
The University Examination of the Second Year of Sports Management must be passed within two years of entering
the course.
Candidates are required to obtain an approved Coaching qualification (SMGT 1109). This requirement must normally
be completed before proceeding to the Second Year of the course.
Candidates are required to successfully complete an Elective (SMGT 2108) and approved Work Placement (SMGT
2109). This requirement must normally be completed before proceeding to the Third Year of the course.
MARKS MAXIMA
SECOND UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION IN SPORTS MANAGEMENT
Subject
SMGT 2118 Sport and the Law
SMGT 2119 Sports Facility Management 1
SMGT 2120 Event Management
SMGT 2121 Sports Tourism
SMGT 2122 Sports Science 2
SMGT 2123 Economics of Sport
SMGT 2108 Elective
SMGT 2109 Work Placement
SMGT 2117 Sports Marketing 2
Total
Marks
200
200
200
200
200
200
0
0
100
1,300
Credits
9
9
9
9
9
9
0
0
6
60
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (SPORTS MANAGEMENT) DEGREE EXAMINATION
Subject
SMGT 3108 Research Methods
SMGT 3101 Human Resources Management 2
SMGT 3102 Sports Facility Management
SMGT 3103 Enterprise Development
SMGT 3104 Health and Safety Management
SMGT 3105 Sports Science 3
SMGT 3106 Communication and Media in Sport
SMGT 3107 Dissertation
Total
Marks
300
300
300
300
300
300
300
500
2,600
Credits
13.5
13.5
13.5
13.5
13.5
13.5
13.5
25.5
120
Pass Standard
Pass standard 40%.
A maximum of 40% of the total marks available in each subject, which involves a written examination, may be allotted to
course work. Where a mark is given for coursework in such a subject, a pass mark will not be awarded unless a mark of at
least 35% is attained in the written examination and course work in that subject.
Compensation
Single Deficiency compensation will be granted in the one subject provided that the Mark in that subject does not fall
below 35%.
Exemptions
A candidate who has obtained a pass mark shall be exempted from further examination in that subject.
Honours Standard:
First Class Honours
Second Class Honours (Grade I)
Second Class Honours (Grade II)
70%
60%
50%
Overall Honours in the Second University Examination may be awarded on the aggregate marks obtained in the subjects of
the examination.
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Honours in the degree shall be awarded on the basis of the combined aggregate marks of the Second and Final University
Examinations.
Normally overall Honours and Honours in individual subjects will be awarded only when the examination is passed at the
first attempt and when subjects are presented together.
IFHDP0013 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN CHILD ART PSYCHOTHERAPY
First Class Honours
70%
Second Class Honours (Grade 1)
60%
Second Class Honours (Grade II)
50%
Pass Standard
40%
PSYC P003
PSYC P004
PSYC P005
PSYC P006
PSYC P007
PSYC P008
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Clinical Work
Special Study Project
Long Case Study
Research Protocol
Written Examination
Oral Examination
Marks
30
25
15
10
10
10
Failure in the Clinical Work will result in overall failure. This component may be repeated at the discretion of the
Examinations Board.
Honours will normally only be awarded if all components of the course are passed at the first attempt.
Exemption
Exemptions may be awarded where candidates have already studied a component of the course as part of their professional
qualifications. This will be at the discretion of the M Sc. In Psychotherapy Board of Studies.
IFDPP0003 DIPLOMA IN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT & STRATEGIC ENVIRONMENTAL
ASSESSMENT MANAGEMENT
Examination of Part I will be by in-course assessment. Part II will be assessed by either written examination or thesis,
depending upon the prior experience of the candidate.
Marks
ERM 1002 Part I:
ERM 1003 Part II:
Simulation Exercise
Examination or Thesis
Total Marks
250
750
1,000
of which
Pass with Distinction = 65%
Pass
= 50%
IFDPP0005 DIPLOMA IN SPORTS MANAGEMENT
Subject
SMGT 1001 Organisation and Policy in Sport
SMGT 1012 Financial Management
SMGT 1011 Information Technology
SMGT 1004 Management of Services Organisations
SMGT 1006 Applied Biology of Sports and Exercise
SMGT 2008 Event Management
SMGT 1007 Sports Marketing
SMGT 1005 Sociology of Sport
SMGT 2010 Dissertation
TOTAL
Pass Standard
Pass Standard 40%
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Marks
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
900
Candidates are also required to obtain specified certification in Coaching (SMGT 1013) and First Aid (SMGT 2009).
Distinction
The Diploma may be awarded with distinction to candidates who achieve an overall total of 60%, provided that each
subject is passed at the first attempt.
Compensation
Single deficiency compensation will be granted in one or two subjects provided that the Mark in those subjects does not fall
below 35%.
Examinations will be held at the end of each semester or at the end of the year, as appropriate. Supplemental examinations
may be held as required. In each subject a maximum of 40% may be allocated to assignments and/or in-course assessment.
IFDPF0001 DIPLOMA IN WORLD HERITAGE MANAGEMENT
Examination Subjects
Man and the Environment
International Strategies & World Heritage Convention
Landscape Archaeology
Sustainable Development
Environmental Interpretation
Project Development and Management
Global Biodiversity and Heritage
Conservation Biology
Animal Resource Management
Ecological Assessment
Habitat Management and Restoration
Exploitation of Natural Resources
End of course Project
Total
First Class Honours
70-100%
Second Class Honours Grade 1
60-69%
Second Class Honours Grade 2
50-59%
Pass
40-49%
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No.
Assignments
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Marks
Maxima
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
150
750
Assignments will be submitted at the end of each semester.
Submission date for main project by the end of May.
Compensation may be allowed in 2 subjects. Candidates awarded marks in two subjects of at least 35% but less than
40% may be passed at the discretion of the Board, if they obtain in the other subjects excess marks above the pass
standard equal to the deficiency in the compensating subjects.
No exemptions.
Resubmission of assignments in the Autumn.
IFHDF0002 HIGHER DIPLOMA IN WORLD HERITAGE MANAGEMENT (Year one of MSc in World Heritage
Management)
Examination Subjects
Man and the Environment
No of Papers
/Assignments
1/1
Marks
Maxima
100
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International Strategies & World Heritage Convention
Sustainable Development
Environmental Interpretation
Project Development and Management
Global Biodiversity and Heritage
Conservation Biology
Ecological Assessment
Cultural Heritage
Exploitation of Natural Resources
Thesis/End of Course Project
Total
First Class Honours
70-100%
Second Class Honours Grade 1
60-69%
Second Class Honours Grade 2
50-59%
Pass
40-49%
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
1/1
1/1
1/1
1/1
1/1
1/1
1/1
1/1
1/1
1
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
200
1200
Examinations will be held/Assignments will be submitted at the end of each semester.
Submission date for main project by the end of May of year 1.
Compensation may be allowed in 2 subjects. Candidates awarded marks in two subjects of at least 35% but less than
40% may be passed at the discretion of the Board, if they obtain in the other subjects excess marks above the pass
standard equal to the deficiency in the compensating subjects.
No exemptions.
A minimum of 60% in Higher Diploma is required to proceed onto Masters.
Repeat written examination in the Autumn.
IFMXF0011 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN WORLD HERITAGE MANAGEMENT (MSc)
Marks
Maximum
Examination Subjects
Thesis
Masters Thesis
670
Assignments
300
Total
1000
First Class Honours
70-100%
Second Class Honours Grade 1
60-69%
Second Class Honours Grade 2
50-59%
Pass
40-49%
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Submission Date for Masters thesis by the end of May.
No exemptions.
IFMXF0012 MSc PSYCHOTHERAPY (RETROSPECTION)
Written Examinations
Clinical Training
PSCO P304
Thesis
Exemption
Exemption
100
Pass mark
50%
This is an undifferentiated honours degree.
The Examiners may recommend exceptionally that the Degree be awarded with distinction for grades of 70% or higher.
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MSc (PSYCHOTHERAPY) DEGREE EXAMINATION
PSCO P301 Written Examinations
PSCO P302 Clinical Training
PSCO P303 Research Project
Marks
300
350
350
1,000
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Pass Mark 40% in each of the above parts. No compensation will be allowed between parts.
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Repeat examinations take place in the Autumn, should they be required.
Students must satisfactorily complete all components in the final year’s assessment to be awarded the degree.
This is an undifferentiated honours degree. Students who achieve 60% or more in their combined result will receive an
honours degree.
Progression from year 1 to year 2 depends upon achieving a pass standard in each of the components of the course
work in year 1.
The Research Project should be on a topic in Psychotherapy and should be between 12,000 and 15,000 words.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE (MSc) SPORTS STUDIES (MODE 1)
The degree is taken by thesis
Standards:
First Class Honours
70% overall
Second Class Honours ( Grade 1)
60% overall
Pass
40%
IFCTP0016 CERTIFICATE IN FOOD SAFETY AUDITING
Allocation of Marks
Written paper
Audit Reports
Assignment
Assessment
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(500)
150
150
50
150
Pass: 40% overall.
No Honours awarded.
Candidates must achieve at least 40% in each of the above elements.
Compensation will not be permitted.
Candidates may be allowed to repeat the examination at the discretion of the Course Management Committee.
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