The School is committed to providing a structured and transparent academic calendar for its undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across various study modes. This policy ensures effective planning and delivery of teaching, learning, and assessments, while accommodating diverse needs. By aligning with sector standards, it supports clear timelines for academic terms, examination sessions, and breaks, fostering consistency and effective management for students, faculty, and staff.
This Policy has been developed in line with the applicable laws, regulations, regulatory advice, and sector best practices, including the following:
The School operates on a semester-based system with three semesters per academic year. The number of semesters and credits a student takes depends on their programme and mode of study. Academic years define the effective dates of registration, fee deadlines, and maximum registration periods.
This structure ensures clarity in scheduling and financial obligations, helping students and staff manage their academic and administrative responsibilities efficiently. It supports consistent programme delivery and aligns with the School's operational and academic requirements.
Each semester comprises 14 weeks, allocated for teaching, reading week, revision, and assessments. Standard weeks run from Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm. Students can download a personalised timetable from the Automated Governance System (AGS). Any timetable changes or events outside standard hours will be communicated via the AGS.
This rule ensures a structured and transparent schedule for students, allowing them to manage their time effectively and stay informed of any changes, thereby supporting their academic planning and organisation.
New students receive their effective date of registration upon accepting an offer. They must pay their fees and complete registration by this date. This registration date also establishes the minimum and maximum registration periods. Effective dates for Full-Time Blended, Part-Time Blended, and Accelerated Blended programmes are:
This rule ensures students are informed of their registration deadlines and fee obligations, facilitating timely enrolment and clear management of their study period.
New students on Flexible-Online programmes may start at any time during the academic year. The Admissions Team will provide details on the effective date of registration and enrolment, which will determine their maximum registration period (MRP).
This rule allows flexibility for students starting Flexible-Online programmes while ensuring they are informed about important registration details that affect their enrolment duration.
The maximum credits a student can complete in an academic year vary by programme and study mode:
Full-time Blended Learning
Part-time Blended Learning
Accelerated Blended Learning
Flexible Online Learning
Undergraduate
Up to 60 credits across 2-semesters
Up to 30 credits across 2 semesters
Up to 60 credits across 3 semesters
Up to 60 credits across 2 semesters
Postgraduate
Up to 60 credits across 3-semesters
Up to 30 credits across 3 semesters
X
Additional credits may be taken under the Module, Progression, and Award Regulations, allowing up to 20 extra credits to be carried over if a module is retaken.
This rule ensures that students are aware of their credit limits according to their study mode and programme, helping them plan their workload effectively and comply with academic regulations.
Timetables for core and optional modules are available on the Automated Governance System (AGS). Students can also download their personalised timetables from this system.
This rule ensures students have clear access to their module schedules, helping them manage their time effectively and stay organised.
Returning students, including those on multi-level programmes, must re-register each year and complete their programme within the maximum registration period (MRP) to qualify for a final award. Students will be notified of their registration date each year and must pay their fees and re-register by this date. They can download their timetables from the Automated Governance System (AGS).
This rule ensures that students stay on track with their studies and comply with registration requirements. It also provides clear instructions for re-registration and timetable access, facilitating effective time management and financial planning.
The following metrics will be measured and regularly reviewed as performance indicators for the School to ensure the effectiveness of this policy and associated operations.