Explanatory Information - Transcript of Performance (UoG 1992-2002)
University of Glamorgan - Credit achieved between 1992-2002
A module is a self-contained and coherent packaged unit of study of learning with a general credit rating, an assigned level, defined learning outcomes, and assessment strategies appropriate to its level and outcomes.
A credit point is defined as what can be achieved in ten hours of student learning time.
The credit rating of each module is shown on the transcript. Prior to 2002/03 the standard size of a module was 12 credits at undergraduate level and 15 credits at postgraduate level.
As set out in the National Qualification Framework for Higher Education:
- 1-2 - BTEC/Pearson HNC/HND
- 1-3 - The stages of undergraduate study with level 6 being the final stage of honours degree
- M - Masters programme
- 6 - Doctoral programme
- P - Professional Practice Modules
| Undergraduate Level | |
|---|---|
| A1 | A high first |
| A2 | A good first |
| A3 | A first |
| B1 | A high two one |
| B2 | A good two one |
| B3 | A two one |
| C1 | A high two two |
| C2 | A good two two |
| C3 | A two two |
| D1 | A high third |
| D2 | A good third |
| D3 | A third |
| PC (Pass by Compensation) | A Pass by Compensation may be granted at the discretion of the Assessment Board, within the limits set down in the University Regulations for narrow failures |
| Postgraduate Level | |
|---|---|
| PD | Pass with Distinction |
| P | Pass |
| PC (Pass by Compensation) | A Pass by Compensation may be granted at the discretion of the Assessment Board, within the limits set down in the University Regulations for narrow failures |
20 University Credits = 10 ECTS Credits
10 University Credits = 5 ECTS Credits
5 University Credits = 2.5 ECTS Credits
| ECTS Grade | University Percentage Mark |
|---|---|
| A | 70-100% |
| B | 60-69% |
| C | 55-59% |
| D | 50-54% |
| E | 40-49% |
There is no unified credit system in the USA; credit equivalencies should be checked by institutions on a individual basis.
Further information on ECTS is currently available on the European Commission webpage
The codes used to indicate the levels of modules in BTEC/Pearson programmes are:
| N/H | National level module in context of Higher National programmes |
|---|---|
| H | Module designed for Higher National Certificate/Diploma programmes |
| CE | Module designed for Continuing Education |
| PD | Module designed for Professional Development |
Module values indicate the proportion of formal learning support required for each module. The total value of modules satisfactorily completed must meet the minimum module value requirement for the programme.
Upon successful completion of a module, a grade is awarded. The table below gives a guide to the grades of Pass, Merit and Distinction however the bands were determined by the course studied.
| Grade | Percentage Mark (These grades indicate the level of achievement in the underpinning knowledge, skills, and understanding) |
|---|---|
| Distinction | 70-100 |
| Merit | 60-69.9 |
| Pass | 40-59.9 |
| Exempt | By experience or a qualification acceptable to BTEC/Pearson |
| Credited | Success on an equivalent BTEC/Pearson module |
Grades of Merit and Distinction are not normally awarded in respect of CE or PD modules
More information on the framework of BTEC/Pearson programmes and the content of programmes for particular occupations in available from the Pearson website.
The language of instruction for modules is English and/or Welsh, unless otherwise stated