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A Flexible Approach to Course Provision “ Widening Participation”

Bill Glew Kingston University Faculty of Engineering 07717 541159 b.glew@kingston.ac.uk. A Flexible Approach to Course Provision “ Widening Participation”. Work Based Learning. WBL unit within the Enterprise Exchange

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A Flexible Approach to Course Provision “ Widening Participation”

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  1. Bill Glew Kingston University Faculty of Engineering 07717 541159 b.glew@kingston.ac.uk A Flexible Approach to Course Provision“Widening Participation”

  2. Work Based Learning • WBL unit within the Enterprise Exchange • Validation of Masters by Learning Agreement degrees at Kingston U. in March 2002 • These degrees are administered outside of the University Faculty Structure • Development of new programmes is handled jointly by the Faculty & WBL Unit

  3. Numbers & growth • In October 2000, there were 6 programmes running • By end of AY 2004/5 – 127 programmes • Enrolled, as of November 2008 – 300 + programmes • Target for 2010 – 500 programmes

  4. Masters by LA framework • Learning Agreement An individually designed programme specifying outcome(s), activities, assessment criteria and mode of assessment for a series of “modules” • Using the Personal Development Audit Used to define the bulk of the work-based programme and the candidates receive credit for developing their programme • Initially enrol with a “shell” learning agreement Just under 60% of programme specified by the candidate • The complete programme goes forward to the University for approval

  5. A Learning Agreement APEL Projects TM APCL Company Courses

  6. Learning not Teaching • In general these are SELF-DIRECTED programmes • Academic supervisor provides support throughout • Via email, by phone or face-to-face. • Use of a internet for peer support group

  7. Gateways to the Professions • An Engineering Council Initiative (ECuk) • Providing Flexible Pathways to becoming a Professional Engineer (either CEng or IEng) • Phase 1 - MSc Professional Engineering for CEng • Phase 2 – BEng ProfessionalEngineering (?) for IEng

  8. MSc Professional Engineering • The Brand The same product with different providers (Open to all HEIs with suitable engineering provision) • The product defined by the Guide Separate for CEng and IEng • The delivery method is defined by the Operating Manual

  9. The Guide • Sets the context • An ECuk document • Applies to all HEIs • Defines the framework elements • Defines the process

  10. The Operating Manual • An HEI document • Defines the individual HEI processes • The WBL mechanism • Entry requirements • QA processes • Competence mapping • Subject to the Accreditation process

  11. The Guide Framework • The Elements • Work-based approach • Conformity to QAA and UK-SPEC • Entry gateway • Exit gateway • Validation • The Process • The map

  12. Work-based Approach • The majority element of the programme must adopt work-based approach. • Allowance for taught elements and APL. • Uses a clearly defined sequence of learning goals documented in a learning contract. • Supported by an academic supervisor and an industrial mentor.

  13. Process Map • Generic map for all HEIs. • Decision point after entry gateway. • PEIs informed of student & advised of their contract. • MSc demonstrates underpinning knowledge. • Learning contract portfolio provides evidence of competences.

  14. Conformity to QAA-M level & UK-SPEC (or PEI equivalent) • QAA M-Level Descriptors • Knowledge • Systematic & Comprehensive Understanding • Originality in application • Conceptual & Critical Evaluation • Skills • Operational • Cognitive • Transferrable Learning Contract Work-Based Goals 180 Credits • UK-SPEC • Engineering Knowledge • Problem Solving • Leadership • Interpersonal Skills • Professional Standards

  15. Learning Contract Structure • Goal A (the entry gateway) - PDA 15 credits • Goals B to G; student generated goals as per “bucket” slide earlier • Goal H (the exit gateway) – Engineering Dissertation – 60 credits

  16. Learning Goal B

  17. By Geography

  18. Years of Experience

  19. Qualifications

  20. Accredited BEng (Hons) Degree MSc Tech Direct onto MSc P.E. BSc (Hons) Degree Onto MSc Tech then transfer to MSc PE after PDA & PEI approval MSc Tech BSc Ordinary Degree MSc Tech or I.Eng PG Cert Foundation Degree or Higher National Diploma MSc Tech or I.Eng PG Cert No enrolment 12 14 2 4 6 8 10 Relevant years of post qualification engineering experience CEng & IEng Enrolment Routes (all subject to individual assessment) Higher National Certificate

  21. Type 1 Accredited BEng (Hons) Degree MSc Tech Direct onto MSc P.E. BSc (Hons) Degree Onto MSc Tech then transfer to MSc PE after PDA & PEI approval MSc Tech BSc Ordinary Degree Type 2 MSc Tech or I.Eng PG Cert Foundation Degree or Higher National Diploma MSc Tech or I.Eng PG Cert Higher National Certificate No enrolment 12 14 2 4 6 8 10 Relevant years of post qualification engineering experience Two Types of Candidates

  22. SLLLN Involvement • Supported civil engineering development. • 1 pilot candidate plus 5 more being sponsored by ECITB • Professional supervisor role • Kingston specific development to widen access to SMEs

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