University of Kent, Kent School of Architecture
MSc in Architectural Conservation
Programme Specification
Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the
programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to
achieve and demonstrate if he/she passes the programme. More detailed information on the
learning outcomes, content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each module
can be found in the programme handbook. The accuracy of the information contained in this
specification is reviewed by the University and may be checked by the Quality Assurance
Agency for Higher Education.
Degree and Programme Title M.Sc. in Architectural Conservation
1. Awarding Institution/Body
University of Kent
2. Teaching Institution
University of Kent
3. School responsible for management of
the programme
Kent School of Architecture
4. Teaching Site
Canterbury
5. Mode of Delivery
Full-time or Part-Time
6. Programme accredited by
The programme has been submitted to the
Institute of Historic Building Conservation for
full recognition by the Institute.
7. Final Award
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
8. Programme
Architectural Conservation
9. UCAS Code (or other code)
N/A
10. Credits/ECTS value
Credits: 180 / ECTS value: 90.
11. Study Level
Postgraduate
12. Relevant QAA subject benchmarking
group(s)
- Institute of Historic Building Conservation
(IHBC), Membership Criteria and Required
Competences;
- ICOMOS, Guidelines on Education and
Training in the Conservation of Monuments,
Ensembles and Sites, 1993;
- QAA Benchmark Statement for Architecture
(this statement is for parts 1 and 2 architecture
programmes; here, it has been used for
guidance and adjustments have been made to
meet the appropriate level).
13. Date of creation/revision
11 December 2013 / revised on 1 July 2014
14. Intended Start Date of Delivery of this
Programme
29 September 2014
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15. Educational Aims of the Programme
The programme aims:
1. To ensure that its graduates are equipped with academic, professional, and personal skills and
qualities that enable them to make a positive contribution related to the preservation of historic
buildings.
2. To cultivate an appreciation of the different values that people can attach to historic buildings
and places.
3. To promote an awareness of traditional building crafts as a valuable cultural resource.
4. To develop a thorough understanding of the processes that maintain and enhance historic
places and the activities that change them.
5. To develop knowledge of the theoretical, historical, and professional context of architectural
conservation.
6. To promote multidisciplinary collaboration and interaction with a wide range of professional
bodies and individuals who have a role to play in the development of the built environment.
7. To ensure that the graduates of the course develop the knowledge and confidence necessary to
provide informed and specialist advice and to cultivate an awareness of their responsibility as
consultants in the field of architectural conservation.
8. To understand the role that architectural conservation has to play as part of the modern
ecological agenda.
9. To encourage the observation of the historic environment as a whole and its use as an
educational resource.
10. To provide teaching informed by research and scholarship.
11. To develop an understanding of how the boundaries of knowledge are advanced through
research.
12. To enable students to develop strategies for self-improvement and commitment to research and
learning.
13. To build on close ties within Europe and elsewhere, reflecting Kent’s position as the United
Kingdom’s European University.
14. To promote the understanding and preservation of local and national architectural heritage
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16 Programme Outcomes
The programme provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge
and understanding, qualities, skills and other attributes in the following areas. The programme
outcomes are accompanied by references to specific requirements of IHBC, the guidelines of
ICOMOS, as well as the General Criteria (GC) and Graduate Outcomes (GA) of the QAA
Benchmark Statement for Architecture (BSA).
A. Knowledge and Understanding
1. An understanding of the legislation and policy related to the protection and conservation of
historic buildings and sites at local, national, and international level (IHBC, Competence 6;
ICOMOS, Guideline H; BSA GC11).
2. Awareness of the wider context of conservation, preparing students to interact effectively
with all bodies and individuals in this field (IHBC 2; ICOMOS M and N; BSA GA2, 5).
3. A critical awareness of the social, cultural, political, aesthetic, economic, and ecological
values that underpin conservation policy and practice (IHBC 1; ICOMOS I).
4. An informed knowledge of the historic development of architectural forms, enabling to
analyse historic monuments in stylistic, constructional, contextual, and cultural terms (IHBC 3;
ICOMOS B and C; BSA GC2).
5. An understanding of research methodologies and the ability to interpret and evaluate
archival material (IHBC 4; ICOMOS D; BSA GA2, 4).
6. Knowledge of the documentation and recording methodologies employed to capture the
significance of historic buildings and sites and assess the impact of development proposals on
them (IHBC 4; ICOMOS A and G).
7. An understanding of the causes and patterns of damage in a wide range of structures and
an awareness of the technology employed in the repair and strengthening of historic buildings
(IHBC 8, ICOMOS E and F; BSA GC8, GA2, 3).
8. An understanding of traditional design and construction principles sufficient to undertake
the restoration of a historic building in a sympathetic manner (BSA GC1, GC2).
9. Understanding of the contractual and administrative aspects of conservation projects
(IHBC 5; ICOMOS K and L).
Teaching/learning and assessment methods and strategies used to enable outcomes to
be achieved and demonstrated
Teaching and Learning
The course is designed to provide the students with the theoretical basis of Architectural
Conservation as an academic discipline and simultaneously bridge academic study and
practical application. The Autumn Term focuses on survey skills and the theory associated
with research, history, philosophy, and law. The acquisition of a strong theoretical background
and survey skills constitutes the basis for the development, during the second term, of
practical techniques for the preservation of architectural heritage.
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Acquisition of learning outcomes A1- A9 is through a variable combination of lectures,
seminars, case studies, field visits, workshops and coursework. A dissertation thesis
accompanied by original drawings, provides students with the opportunity to embark on
independent and original work. The word count of the dissertation will be flexible, depending
on the chosen proportion between the graphic and the written element. This proportion will
depend on the nature off the dissertation topic that will be chosen (see the specifications of
module 5 for further details).
The delivery of the course reflects the multidisciplinary character of architectural conservation.
The teaching of all modules gives students the opportunity to interact with academics and
practitioners from a variety of disciplines attending the programme as external lecturers or
workshop tutors.
Both the taught content of the course and the coursework offer opportunities for field study and
work on real projects. This is achieved by using the context of Canterbury as an educational
resource. Collaboration with Canterbury Cathedral is an essential aspect of the programme. It
offers the opportunity to learn from the conservation of one of the world’s greatest monuments.
This collaboration is designed to provide students with the opportunity to access and study the
Cathedral Site. It also involves the delivery of lectures by the Cathedral conservators at the
Cathedral Site and the Cathedral workshop.
Teaching is research-based. Students are guided in their use of University libraries, including
the Templeman Library of the University of Kent. Students are also assisted by the Materials
Analysis/Testing Laboratory of the School of Physical Sciences of the University of Kent. They
also have access to survey equipment and 3D printing kit.
Assessment
Assessment is being carried upon the submission of:
- Coursework essays (most of the essays will have a word count of 4,000 words);
- Projects and case-studies, including surveys, structural reports, building appraisals and
intervention proposals;
- Student seminars and oral examinations;
- Dissertation (text + survey, proposal drawings, as appropriate depending on the orientation of
the students which may be practice-related or theoretical).
As the students are working on essays, projects and dissertations, they will have the
opportunity to present their work to staff and peers. These presentations will be followed by
discussion and formative feedback. Following a period of reflection and enhancement, there
will be a summative assessment.
Skills and Other Attributes
B. Intellectual Skills (and corresponding teaching/learning and assessment methods)
1.
Ability to evaluate the historical and
cultural meaning and significance of
historic buildings and settings, as a basis
of conservation strategies (IHBC 3;
ICOMOS B; BSA GC2).
2.
Ability to grasp the value of monuments
as elements of a broader context, which
Teaching and Learning Methods:
- Lectures and Seminars on the History of
Architecture.
- Seminars and individual tutorials on survey
and research methods.
- Fieldwork in various historic sites in
Canterbury; ‘Sketching walks’.
- Seminar on Conservation Plans (i.e.
documents evaluating the significance of a
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may include other buildings, gardens or
landscapes (ICOMOS C; BSA GC4).
3.
historic building and proposing a strategy for
its preservation).
- Small group tutorials / reviews of student
work resulting in formative feedback.
Ability to analyse and evaluate the quality
of design, existing and proposed, of
buildings and areas, and to present the
results of such analysis in a way
accessible to both professional and lay
audiences (IHBC 7; ICOMOS C and I;
BSA GC10).
4.
Ability to identify why conservation is
appropriate, what should be conserved
and how this might be done (IHBC 8;
ICOMOS F).
5.
Ability to assess and monitor the
condition of buildings, diagnose structural
defects and make proposals for their
repair, maintenance, and enhancement
(IHBC 8; ICOMOS F and G; BSA GC8,
GA2, 3).
6.
Ability to advise on new and developing
techniques in conservation and their
practical implications (IHBC 8)
7.
Ability to question and evaluate critically
past and current conservation methods
and tools.
8.
Ability to interpret conservation laws and
policies and to formulate conservation
proposals consistent with them (ICOMOS
G; BSA GC11).
Assessment:
- Coursework: Project involving the
preparation of a Conservation Plan for a
historic building;
- Coursework: Graphic Recording of a Historic
Building in Canterbury.
- Dissertation.
Teaching and Learning Methods:
- Lectures and seminars on the structural
behaviour, causes of decay, and repair of
historic buildings.
- Field study including visits of decaying
historic buildings and preparation of
structural appraisal reports.
- Analysis of building material in the
Conservation Laboratory of the School of
Physical Sciences.
- Workshops experimenting with various
methods of intervention.
- One-to-one tutorials / reviews of student
work resulting in formative feedback.
Assessment:
- Coursework: Structural Report for a historic
building in Canterbury.
- Coursework: Essay of 4,000 words on a
specific building material.
- Coursework: Conservation Project. The
students will be asked to design and specify
an intervention to a historic site in Kent.
- Dissertation handed in at the end of the
programme.
Teaching and Learning Methods
- Lectures and Seminars on Conservation
Philosophy and Legislation.
- Contribution of external lecturers, presenting
different approaches to conservation.
- Workshop: structured discussion in class
about listed building consent applications.
Assessment:
- Coursework: 4,000-word heritage statement
- Oral examination assessing the students’
familiarity with conservation laws, policies,
and administrative framework.
- Dissertation handed in at the end of the
programme.
C. Subject-specific Skills (and relevant teaching/learning and assessment methods and
strategies):
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Ability to inspect, record, and make
reports intelligible to non-specialist
readers of monuments, ensembles, or
sites, illustrated by graphic means such
as sketches and photographs (IHBC 4;
ICOMOS G; BSA GA2, 2)
2.
Competence in design and presentation.
Ability to use visual, verbal and written
communication and appropriate media to
present maintenance strategies to
professional and general audiences
(ICOMOS K; BSA GA2, 2).
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Teaching and Learning Methods:
- Examination of a wide range of case-studies
during lectures and seminars.
- Training in graphic recording during small
group tutorial sessions.
- Field-study assignments carried out
individually or in small groups: these
assignments include the recording of historic
buildings and the elaboration of structural
reports.
- Walks and sketching in Canterbury. Use of
the city as an educational resource.
- Familiarisation with CAD drawing and 3D
printing equipment.
3.
4.
5.
Graphic presentation skills employed in
the assessment of the significance of
historic buildings, their structural
appraisal and the development of
conservation strategies (BSA GA2, 2).
Assessment
- Coursework: assessment of graphic
recording projects and conservation plans.
- Dissertation.
Teaching and Learning Methods:
- Discussions with a wide range of
conservation professionals acting as invited
lecturers.
- Encouragement of team-work.
- Lectures and seminars examining the
administrative and financial aspects of
conservation work, including various forms of
contract, costing and the law relating to value
added tax with respect to historic buildings.
Negotiation skills and professional
attitude in interacting with all groups and
individuals with an interest in the historic
environment (IHBC 2; BSA GC5, GA2,
5).
Ability to promote or generate investment
in the historic environment (IHBC 5).
6.
Ability to provide advice and guidance on
current legislation and government
policies affecting the preservation of the
historic environment (IHBC 6; ICOMOS
K).
7.
Research skills involving the use of a
range of information sources (BSA GA2,
4).
Assessment:
- Oral examination assessing the students’
familiarity with conservation laws, policies,
and administrative framework.
- Assessment of the students’ participation in
the discussions during seminars.
- Coursework: 4,000-word heritage statement
Teaching and Learning methods:
- Training in research methodologies as an
integral part of the introductory module.
- Assistance and feedback by supervisors in
the elaboration of essays and dissertations.
- Provision of comprehensive reading lists for
each module.
Assessment:
- Assessment of essays and dissertations.
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D. Transferable Skills (and relevant teaching/learning and assessment methods and
strategies):
Teaching and Learning Methods
- Encouragement of a research-based,
original, and critical approach to coursework.
- Seminars and lectures challenging the
students to participate in the debate.
- Frequent team-work activities (ranging from
short exercises to longer term assignments).
- Invitation of external lecturers from diverse
cultural and professional backgrounds to
ensure the presentation of various theoretical
positions and arguments.
- Monitoring and supervision of student
projects and generation of frequent
feedback.
- Emphasis on the elaboration of ‘real projects’
and the measurement of their impact on the
built environment.
1. Ability to prepare and manage wellsupported critical analyses based on
theory and empirical evidence.
2. To exercise initiative in either carrying
out or commissioning research and
analysis.
3. Ability to independently define and
appraise ideas and make reasoned
judgements.
4. Demonstrate an ability to evaluate
assumptions, arguments and research
methodologies, to develop critiques of
them, and to explore alternative
strategies.
Assessment
- Essay writing (D1–D4, D7–D8).
- Coursework Projects (D5–D8).
- Oral examination (D5, D7, D8).
- Dissertation (D1–D8).
5. Ability to work in multi-disciplinary
groups resolving potential conflicts, and
recognising when advice should be
sought from experts in other fields.
6. Ability to systematically plan, carry
through, and manage a project in a
given time.
7. Ability to be self-critical about own work
and constructive in how to address and
progress it.
8. To learn to operate within a code of
professional conduct, recognising
responsibilities and obligations towards
society, the profession and the
environment.
For information on which modules provide which skills, see the module mapping
17 Programme Structures and Requirements, Levels, Modules, Credits and Awards
This programme is studied over one year full-time or two years part-time. The teaching year is
arranged in 2 x 12-week terms and a final 6-week term making 30 taught weeks in total.
Stages, Credits and Modules
The programme comprises four modules as well as a dissertation and is divided into two
stages. Stage 1 comprises four modules to a total of 120 credits. Each module has a credit
value of 30 credits. Stage 2 comprises a 60-credit dissertation module. One credit corresponds
to approximately ten hours of 'learning time' (including all classes and all private study and
research). Thus obtaining 180 credits in an academic year requires 1,800 hours of overall
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learning time. Students must successfully complete each module in order to be awarded the
specified number of credits for that module. In addition to this, students must pass all taught
modules before proceeding to the dissertation. For further information on modules and credits refer
to the Credit Framework at http://www.kent.ac.uk/teaching/qa/credit-framework/creditinfo.html
Stage 2 - Dissertation
The dissertation will constitute one part of a conservation project including fieldwork and
scholarly research. During the summer term, students will work as a group on this project. At
the end of the summer term, in June, each student will be asked to make a presentation
identifying his/her individual contribution to the team’s work and to propose a way to continue
this contribution on an individual basis, as a dissertation. These ‘individual dissertation
proposals’ will be orally presented in June to a panel comprising the teaching staff and visiting
critics including academics or conservation practitioners. Students have the summer holidays
to work on their chosen aspect of the dissertation project. Complete dissertations will be
submitted in September. Dissertations are sent to the External Examiner. The External
Examiner, the Programme Director, and one other member of the programme teaching staff
form the examination board. They meet and give a final assessment of the dissertations.
Full-time and part-time
This is a two-speed programme, providing the options of full-time (one year) and part-time (twoyear) study. In the full-time option, the students are expected to complete two modules per term
during stage one, and the dissertation follows in the summer term afterwards. In the part-time
option, the students are expected to complete one module in every autumn and spring term.
The first summer term of their two-year study is free, whereas the second summer term is
devoted to the preparation of the dissertation.
Conditions of Success and Failure
The level of the final M.Sc. award– Distinction, Merit, Pass, Fail - is determined by the
assessment of all four modules and the Dissertation. Each module is designed to be at a
specific level. For the descriptors of each of these levels, refer to Annex 2 of the Credit
Framework at http://www.kent.ac.uk/teaching/qa/credit-framework/creditinfoannex2.html. To be
eligible for the award of a masters degree students must obtain 180 credits, at least 150 of
which must be Level M. Students who obtain 120 credits, but excluding the dissertation, will be
eligible for the award of postgraduate diploma.
Where a student fails a module due to illness or other mitigating circumstances, such failure
may be condoned, subject to the requirements of the Credit Framework and provided that the
student has achieved the programme learning outcomes. For further information refer to the
Credit Framework at http://www.kent.ac.uk/teaching/qa/credit-framework/creditinfo.html.
Where a student fails a module, but has marks for such modules within 10 percentage points of
the pass mark, the Board of Examiners may nevertheless award the credits for the module(s),
subject to the requirements of the Credit Framework and provided that the student has
achieved the programme learning outcomes. For further information refer to the Credit
Framework.
The structure of the programme and its modules, their levels, credits, and the terms in which
they are taught, are shown below.
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M.Sc. in Architectural Conservation
Title
Level
Credits
Term(s)
Stage 1
Compulsory Modules
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Conservation Principles
M
30
Autumn
AR…
The Legislative Framework
M
30
Autumn
AR…
Structural Appraisal of Historic
Buildings
M
30
Spring
AR…
Intervention at Historic Buildings
M
30
Spring
M
60
Summer
Stage 2
Compulsory Modules
AR…
Dissertation
18 Work-Based Learning
N/A
19 Support for Students and their Learning
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School and University induction programme
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Graduate School (Provision of (i) skills training (workshops and online courses) (ii)
institutional level induction and (iii) student-led initiatives such as social events,
conferences and workshops) www.kent.ac.uk/graduateschool/index.html
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Information Services (computing and library services) www.kent.ac.uk/is/
Postgraduate student representation at School, Faculty and Institutional levels
Centre for English and World Languages www.kent.ac.uk/cewl/index.html
Careers and Employability Services www.kent.ac.uk/ces/
International Office www.kent.ac.uk/international/
Medical Centre www.kent.ac.uk/counselling/menu/Medical-Centre.html
Library services, see http://www.kent.ac.uk/library/
PASS system, see https://www.kent.ac.uk/uelt/quality/code2001/annexg.html
Seminar / research facilities and computing suite.
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Programme/module handbooks
Student Support and Wellbeing www.kent.ac.uk/studentsupport/
Student Learning Advisory Service http://www.kent.ac.uk/uelt/about/slas.html
Counselling Service www.kent.ac.uk/counselling/
Kent Union www.kentunion.co.uk/
Graduate Student Association (GSA)
www.kent.ac.uk/graduateschool/community/woolf.html
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Students will be given individual module ‘briefs’, explaining fully what is required for
assessment etc.
The Director of the Programme is responsible for overseeing student progress and will
identify and contact students who are experiencing difficulties, offering them appropriate
support or referring them to other agencies within the University. Student may also elect to
see the Director of the Programme for advice and support.
A subject concessions committee meets to consider cases from students who have been
unable to submit work due to illness or other unforeseen circumstances.
CREAte Kent Lecture Programme.
University Public Lecture Programme.
Staff-Student Liaison Committee.
20 Entry Profile
The minimum age to study a degree programme at the university is normally at least 17 years
old by 20 September in the year the course begins. There is no upper age limit.
20.1 Entry Route
For fuller information, please refer to the University prospectus
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Applicants for admission to this programme should hold a good first degree in
architecture or related discipline such as engineering, archaeology, art history etc.
(usually this means at least an upper second class classification, or equivalent).
 Applicants for admission may be required to attend for interview with a portfolio showing
aptitude for the subject.
 Applicants whose first language is not English need to provide a certificate to show they
have achieved:
 Either IELTS 6.5,
 or TOEFL 600 paper based and 250 computer based,
 or Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English Grade B,
 or Cambridge Advanced Certificate in English Grade A.
International applicants and others who are unable to attend for interview are requested to
send a portfolio, as well as samples of written work.
20.2 What does this programme have to offer?
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A combination of theory and practice in architectural conservation.
Research/studio facilities within a School of Architecture in the UK, which is at the centre
of the University campus. The school is located close to one of Europe’s best preserved
medieval towns.
An opportunity to study and learn from the conservation of Canterbury Cathedral.
An opportunity to use a cutting-edge conservation laboratory and access to advanced
laser scanning and 3D printing equipment.
An excellent learning environment within an established European University.
Quality of staff expertise and experience.
Promotion and support of independent self-learning and field studies.
Individual research opportunities leading to higher degrees such as Ph.D.
The development of good and effective communication skills.
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The opportunity and flexibility for individual study and development according to the
student’s interests in all modules, and in the dissertation.
The development of critical abilities to make an immediate contribution related to the
conservation of historic buildings in the professions of engineering, architecture and
surveying.
Various local projects involving fieldwork in the region of Kent, Southeast England, and
Pas de Calais.
Involvement with conservation specialists and other professionals in teaching and project
work
Visiting specialist lecturers and overseas trips.
20.3 Personal Profile
At the commencement of his/her studies, the typical applicant will be expected to demonstrate:
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Clear research and critical abilities with an aim to improve these further at postgraduate
level.
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Desire to enhance skills in independent thinking and taking initiative.
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A willingness to engage in informed debate about contemporary issues in architecture
and urban design.
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A proven commitment to promoting the understanding and preservation of architectural
heritage.
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A willingness to enhance professional communication and presentation skills.
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Desire to develop excellence and highly specialised aspects of theoretical and design
work.
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Good organisational and time-keeping skills.
21 Methods for Evaluating and Enhancing the Quality and Standards of Teaching and
Learning
21.1 Mechanisms for review and evaluation of teaching, learning, assessment, the
curriculum and outcome standards
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Quality Assurance Framework http://www.kent.ac.uk/teaching/qa/codes/index.html
Periodic Programme Review http://www.kent.ac.uk/teaching/qa/codes/taught/annexf.html
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External Examiners system http://www.kent.ac.uk/teaching/qa/codes/taught/annexk.html
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QAA Institutional Review, see http://www.qaa.ac.uk/InstitutionReports/types-ofreview/IRENI/Pages/default.aspx
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Student module evaluations
Annual programme and module monitoring reports
http://www.kent.ac.uk/teaching/qa/codes/taught/annexe.html
Annual staff appraisal
Peer observation
External accreditation by the Institute of Historic Building Conservation. Recognition by the
IHBC reviewed annually.
21.2 Committees with responsibility for monitoring and evaluating quality and standards
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Board of Examiners
School Graduate Studies Committee
Faculty Graduate Studies Committee
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Faculty Board
Graduate School Board
Staff/Student Liaison Committee
21.3 Mechanisms for gaining student feedback on the quality of teaching and their
learning experience
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Staff-Student Liaison Committee
Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES)
Student module evaluations
Postgraduate Student Representation System (School, Faculty and Institutional level)
21.4 Staff Development priorities include:
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Annual Appraisals
Institutional Level Staff Development Programme
Study Leave
Academic Practice Provision (PGCHE, ATAP and other development opportunities)
PGCHE requirements
ILT membership
Professional body membership and requirements
Programme team meetings
Research seminars
Subject-based conferences
Research-informed teaching
Collaboration with other academic institutions
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Annual External Examiner reports
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QAA Institutional Audit 2008 (HER scheduled for 2015)
Periodic programme review
Annual programme and module monitoring reports
Graduate Destinations Survey
Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES) results
Professional accreditation (Application for full recognition submitted to the Institute of
Historic Building Conservation)
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22.1 The following reference points were used in creating these specifications:
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QAA UK Quality Code for Higher Education
Kent School of Architecture and Faculty plan
University Plan/Learning and Teaching Strategy
Staff research activities
Specifications of the MA Programme in Architecture and Cities (KSA, University of Kent)
Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC), Membership Standards, Criteria &
Guidelines (2008)
ICOMOS, Guidelines on Education and Training in the Conservation of Monuments,
Ensembles and Sites (1993)
QAA Benchmark Statement for Architecture (2010)
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Module and Learning Outcome Mapping Document
Module 1
Conservation
Principles
Module 2
Conservation Policy:
the Legislative and
Administrative
Framework
Module 3
Structural Appraisal
of Historic Buildings
Module 4
Intervention to
Historic Sites
Module 5
Dissertation
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Programme Learning outcomes - Knowledge and Understanding:
A1
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A2
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x
A3
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x
A4
x
A5
x
A6
x
A9
x
x
x
x
A7
A8
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
UNIVERSITY OF KENT
M.Sc. in Architectural Conservation
Intellectual Skills
B1
x
x
B2
x
x
x
x
x
B3
B4
x
x
x
B5
x
x
B6
x
x
B7
x
B8
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Subject-Specific Skills
C1
x
C2
C3
x
x
C4
x
C5
x
C6
x
x
x
x
C7
x
15
Postgraduate programme specification
UNIVERSITY OF KENT
M.Sc. in Architectural Conservation
Transferable Skills
D1
x
x
x
x
D2
x
x
x
x
D3
x
x
D4
x
D5
x
D6
D7
x
x
x
D8
x
x
x
16
Postgraduate programme specification
x