Undergraduate progression

The College follows the University Assessment Procedures described within the Handbook for Assessment, Progression and Awards: Taught Programmes.

Progression from Stage 1 to Stage 2

In order to progress from Stage 1 to Stage 2, the following criteria must be met:

• A credit weighted average mark of 40% or more in the 120 credits studied at Stage 1,
• The passing of at least 90 credits at Stage 1, and
• The fulfillment of any additional requirements of the programme specification

External Examiners will not normally be involved in the Stage 1 assessment process, except where consulted for advice in cases of failure.

The marks achieved in Stage 1 will not be taken into account in determining classification of any final award made in relation to the programme.

Progression from Stage 2 to Stage 3

In order to progress from Stage 2 to Stage 3, the following criteria must be met:

• A credit weighted average mark of 40% or more in the 120 credits studied at Stage 2,
• The passing of at least 90 credits at Stage 2, and
• The fulfillment of any additional requirements of the programme specification

To proceed to Stage 3 of the MGeol programme, candidates must normally have achieved at least 2:1 level (60%) over the first two years (the average being weighted first year 40%, second year 60%). For MGeol candidates who successfully achieve the general progression requirement for the Stage 2 assessment but who do not achieve the requisite credit weighted average mark for progression to Stage 3 of the MGeol programme, a recommendation will be made to Faculty Board for transfer to the equivalent 360 credit BSc (Hons) programme (with entry to Stage 3 in the subsequent academic year).

External Examiners are involved in the Stage 2 assessment process.

The marks achieved in Stage 2 will be taken into account in determining classification of any final award made in relation to the programme.

Progression from Stage 3 to Stage 4 (MGeol programmes)

In order to progress from Stage 3 to Stage 4, the following criteria must be met:

• A credit weighted average mark of 40% or more in the 120 credits studied at Stage 3;
• The passing of at least 90 credits at Stage 3, and
• The fulfillment of any additional requirements of the programme specification.

External Examiners are involved in the Stage 3 assessment process.

The marks achieved in Stage 3 will be taken into account in determining classification of any final award made in relation to the programme.

Summative assessment (BSc programmes)

The Summative Assessment determines the award given for the programme and the classification of that award.

Award of an Honours Degree in the Summative Assessment requires a credit weighted average mark of 40% or more in the 120 credits studied in the final stage, the passing of at least 90 credits at the final Stage, and the fulfilment of any additional requirements of the programme specification.

Summative assessment (MGeol programmes)

The Summative Assessment determines the award given for the programme and the classification of that award.

The award of a MGeol degree in the Summative Assessment requires:

• A credit weighted average mark of 50% or more in the 120 credits studied in Stage 4,
• The passing of at least 90 credits at the final Stage, and
• The fulfilment of any additional requirements of the programme specification.

All decisions of the Assessment, Progression and Awarding Committee (APAC) are subject to approval by Faculty Board, and formal minutes will be kept of all meetings of APACs.