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Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

School of Health Sciences<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

PROGRAMME HANDBOOK<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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INTRODUCTION TO THE SCHOOL<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Welcome from the Director of Postgraduate Taught Education<\/span><\/h2>\n

\"\\\\nask.man.ac.uk\\home$\\Downloads\\thumbnail_Andrew%20Mawdsley.jpg\"\u00a0I am delighted to welcome you to the School of Health Sciences and the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health. We are extremely pleased you have chosen the University of Manchester to commence or continue your postgraduate study journey; whether you are progressing straight from your undergraduate studies, seeking to develop your knowledge\/skills in your chosen career or, are bravely, taking a completely different direction in life.<\/span><\/p>\n

In the pursuit of knowledge, wisdom and humanity,\u00a0we will place you at the centre of a transformational learning process to support you to\u00a0achieve\u00a0your individual goals and aspirations. Our challenge to you is to embrace all of the opportunities\u00a0available to you;\u00a0be bold, think differently and\u00a0realise your potential. We want your postgraduate journey with us to be intellectually stretching, rewarding and fun. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We are\u00a0aware that most of you will need to juggle a number of competing priorities during your postgraduate taught studies. Some of you will already be in full time employment, while others will need to secure part time employment to fund your studies. We know that many of you will have family and caring responsibilities that will have to be prioritised before your own learning. We hope the information detailed in this programme handbook will help you in managing these competing commitments. Whether you are joining us on campus, or studying at a distance, you are an integral part of our School and University, and we are here to support you.<\/span><\/p>\n

We are extremely proud of our postgraduate student community and alumni who are making a difference, both locally and globally. We look forward to working with you, confident that you too will play a role in transforming the lives of people who use health and social care services, whether during your studies or upon graduation. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

I wish you every success in your postgraduate studies here at the University of Manchester.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Mr Andrew Mawdsley
\n<\/strong>Director of Post Graduate Taught Education<\/strong>
\n<\/strong>School of Health Sciences<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Where to find further information<\/span><\/h2>\n

In addition to this handbook you are required to familiarise yourself with the information contained within the A-Z of Student Services and IT Services handbook. New students are given access to copy of the appropriate handbooks at the beginning of their programme of study; alternatively the information is available on our website.<\/span><\/p>\n

We will be happy to provide this handbook in large print if required.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Student Services Centre, Burlington Street or Sackville Street<\/span><\/p>\n

Tel: +44(0)161 275 5000<\/span><\/p>\n

The Student Services Centre can offer all sorts of help and advice about tuition fee assessments or payments, Council Tax, examinations, graduation ceremonies and all sorts of documents.<\/span><\/p>\n

The A-Z of Student Services<\/span><\/p>\n

The Statutes, Ordinances and Regulations that are applicable to all students across the University are referred to in the University A-Z of Services and detailed in full within the University Calendar.<\/span><\/p>\n

A-Z of Student Services<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Essential advice, information and guidance for students at The University of Manchester; packed with up-to-the-minute information.<\/span><\/p>\n

The University website contains a comprehensive and definitive listing of University policies and procedures relevant to both students and members of staff. It covers the full-range of our activities and is continually updated to ensure that you have immediate access to the latest versions of documents as soon as they are approved. It is also equipped with a search engine that enables you to find relevant documents using key words or phrases.<\/span><\/p>\n

Click Here<\/a> to visit the website<\/span><\/p>\n

Online Skills Training Resource<\/span><\/h2>\n

The Faculty has developed a skills training resource to support you through your postgraduate taught programme. This online material should supplement the assessed learning material and activities undertaken in your taught programme.<\/span><\/p>\n

Introduction to Deaf Education<\/span><\/h1>\n

Welcome to the School of Health Sciences at the University of Manchester. This programme handbook provides details of the University of Manchester Programme leading to the PG Diploma \/ MSc\u00a0 in Deaf Education, including information about the aims and learning outcomes, structure, content, admissions, assessment and programme management.\u00a0 It should be read in conjunction with related University documentation. This handbook contains details of the general course structure, together with other useful information about the School.\u00a0 Once students progress to the MSc module there is a handbook specifically designed for this purpose.<\/span><\/p>\n

We hope that your time here in Manchester will be productive and enjoyable.<\/span><\/p>\n

School Contacts<\/span><\/h2>\n

\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>Head of School: <\/strong>Prof Kay Marshall<\/span><\/p>\n

PGT Programmes Manager<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Mr David Parry, G15 Zochonis Building (0161 275 2583)<\/span><\/p>\n

The School address is:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The School of Health Sciences and Division of Human Communication Development & Hearing\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>
\nThe University of Manchester<\/span><\/p>\n

Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL<\/span><\/p>\n

Telephone number: 0161 275 8581<\/span>
\nSwitchboard: 0161 306 6000<\/span><\/p>\n

Key People<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Dr Helen Chilton<\/span><\/p>\n

Programme Director\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \/ Senior Lecturer<\/span><\/p>\n

Tel: 0161 275 3384<\/span><\/p>\n

Email:helen.chilton@manchester.ac.uk<\/u><\/span><\/p>\n

Lindsey Jones<\/span><\/p>\n

Lecturer in Deaf Education<\/span><\/p>\n

Tel: 0161 306 2651<\/span><\/p>\n

Email: lindsey.jones@manchester.ac.uk<\/u><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0Professional Support Staff:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Amelia Clark<\/span><\/p>\n

PGT Programmes Administrator<\/span><\/p>\n

Tel: 0161 275 8583<\/span><\/p>\n

Email: PGT_HCDH@manchester.ac.uk Location: G15 Zochonis Building<\/span><\/p>\n

Your E-mail and Contact Details<\/span><\/h2>\n

You will be supplied with a student e-mail address.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

All official communications will be directed to your student e-mail address and it is your responsibility to ensure that you can access and read mail from this source. Please note that text messages and social media posts are not regarded as official communication channels, and all written requests (including submission of forms) should be made via email.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

If you prefer to use a local account then you must arrange to have your university email forward to your local address: for details on how to do this please contact Garry Byrne on 0161 275 2561.<\/span><\/p>\n

Please do not use personal email addresses to contact staff \u2013 always use your University account.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Please ensure that you update any changes to your personal information on the MyManchester portal straight away and please also submit a note of the change to PGT_HCDH@manchester.ac.uk<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

General information about the School of Health Sciences and Division of Human Communication Development & Hearing, staff listings and research interests are contained in this handbook, but more information can be obtained from the following web sites:<\/span><\/p>\n

Faculty Webpage https:\/\/www.bmh.manchester.ac.uk\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

A-Z of Student Services<\/span><\/p>\n

The A-Z of Services can be found at; A-Z of Student Services<\/a> \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Here you can find more information on a wide range of topics such as library services, disability support and careers advice.<\/span><\/p>\n

The University of Manchester home page:<\/span><\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.manchester.ac.uk\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Student Charter http:\/\/www.studentnet.manchester.ac.uk\/enhancing-my-experience\/charter\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Key Contacts<\/span><\/h2>\n

Internal Information Sources<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

If you are calling from outside the Manchester area add \u20180161\u2019. Calling from outside the UK add 0044161. For the latest listings of internal information sources please see our website at www.mhs.manchester.ac.uk\/graduate\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Accommodation Office<\/span><\/td>\n275 2888<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Counselling Service<\/span><\/td>\n275 2864<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dryden Street Nursery<\/span><\/td>\n272 7121<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Harassment Advisors (Confidential Support)<\/span><\/td>\n275 2071 \/ 275 7795<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
International Society<\/span><\/td>\n275 4959 \/ 275 7697<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
International Students\u2019 Welfare Officer<\/span><\/td>\n275 2972<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
John Rylands Library<\/span><\/td>\n275 3751<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Joule Library<\/span><\/td>\n200 4925<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sugden Sports Centre<\/span><\/td>\n200 4026<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Nightline (Confidential telephone helpline run by students)<\/span><\/td>\n275 2983 \/ 275 2984<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Graduate and Mature Students Society (Burlington)<\/span><\/td>\n275 2392<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Special Needs Co-ordinator(Physical and Learning Disabilities)<\/span><\/td>\n\n

275 7512\/Minicom:275<\/span><\/p>\n

2749<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

SU Overseas Students Officer<\/span><\/td>\n275274<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
SU Graduate and Mature Students Officer<\/span><\/td>\n275 2746<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
SU Switchboard<\/span><\/td>\n275 2930<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
SU Womens Officer<\/span><\/td>\n275 2939<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Student Health Service<\/span><\/td>\n275 2858<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Women\u2019s Safety (evening minibus service)
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\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>External Services Service\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Alcoholics Anonymous<\/span><\/td>\n236 6569<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
George House Trust (HIV and AIDS help line)<\/span><\/td>\n274 4499<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Citizens\u2019 Advice Bureau<\/span><\/td>\n834 9844<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Life Line (Drugs Advice)<\/span><\/td>\n839 2054<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Manchester Brook Advisory Centre (Abortion\/Sexual Health)<\/span><\/td>\n237 3001<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Manchester Central Library<\/span><\/td>\n234 1900<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Manchester City Council Housing Aid<\/span><\/td>\n234 4750<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Rape Crisis Line<\/span><\/td>\n273 4500<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Samaritans
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Central University Departments:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Central Academic Advisory Service<\/span><\/p>\n

CAAS is a confidential service offering students the opportunity to discuss any matters that may be affecting academic progress.<\/span><\/td>\n

275 3033<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Graduate Office Faculty of Medical and Human Sciences<\/span><\/td>\n\n

275 5034<\/span><\/p>\n

\/ 275 5035<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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The Language Centre<\/span><\/p>\n

The Language Centre offers English Language and academic skills support to both Home and International students in the form of part-time courses, workshops for specific groups and individual tutorial support.<\/span><\/td>\n

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275 3556<\/span><\/p>\n

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students)<\/span><\/p>\n

275 3533<\/span><\/p>\n

(overseas students)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Student Administration<\/span><\/p>\n

Information, support and advice on examinations, welfare, problems concerning academic progress, disability, appeals and complaints procedures.<\/span><\/td>\n

275 2071<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Student Services Centre<\/span><\/p>\n

Offers advice to students on general funding opportunities and distributes grant cheques quarterly from University, Research Councils and external funding bodies. Point of call for swipe\/library card problems.<\/span><\/p>\n

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275 5000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Academic Structure<\/u><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Overview of the Structure of the School of Health Sciences<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The School of Health Sciences comprises six divisions:
\ni) Psychology and Mental Health <\/span>Psychology;
\nii) Population Health,
\niii) Human Communication and Deafness;
\niv)<\/span>Pharmacy & Optometry;
\nv.) Nursing, Midwifery & Social Work;
\nvi.) Information, Imaging & Data Science.<\/span><\/p>\n

The School delivers a large number of UG and PG teaching programmes.\u00a0 The School also runs the Clinical Psychology professional doctorate training programme. There is also a large community of students studying for MPhil and PhDs.<\/p>\n

Our School is one of three comprising the Faculty of Biology Medicine and Health (FBMH), the others being School of Biological Sciences and School of Medical Sciences. All the Schools work together at a Faculty level to continually improve provision for our postgraduate students by up-dating existing schemes and devising innovative ones.<\/span><\/p>\n

The School is run by an Executive Committee comprising the Head of School (Chair), the leads for each of the divisions, and staff with key leadership roles within the school (e.g. directors of research, undergraduate, and graduate matters). It is important that there is a healthy bi-directional flow of information between student, staff, School, and Faculty levels. As a student, you can express issues and concerns to your student representatives who will ensure that these issues are addressed by the School Postgraduate committee which is chaired by the Director of Graduate Matters. Hence, the concerns of postgraduate students are taken seriously at School and Faculty levels.<\/span><\/p>\n

Division of Human Communication, Development and Hearing<\/strong> (HCDH)<\/span><\/p>\n

founded as the Department of Education of the Deaf in 1919 by Sir James E Jones in memory of his deaf son, Ellis Llywd Jones, and was one of the first such departments in the world.\u00a0 Since that time it has played a major role in the development of audiology and deaf education both nationally and internationally.<\/span><\/p>\n

HCDH is closely linked with local Health and Education Services, and houses some staff from Manchester Royal Infirmary, including those in the Manchester Adult and Paediatric Cochlear Implant Programmes.\u00a0 Clinical and practical facilities are located on the ground floor of A and B Blocks, and on the fourth floor of A Block.<\/span><\/p>\n

HCDH is located on the ground, first and second floors of B Block, and the ground, first, second, third and fourth floors of A Block in the Ellen Wilkinson Building (formally known as Humanities Building), in the South West sector of the campus.\u00a0 Many staff involved in teaching on the MSc\/PG Diploma Audiology course are members of the Manchester Centre for Audiology & Deafness (ManCAD).<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0MSc in Deaf Education [Programme Director Dr Helen Chilton].<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The MSc is an extension of the PG Dip in Deaf Education, with students completing a dissertation after successful completion of the Diploma.<\/span><\/p>\n

BSc (Hons) in Speech and Language Therapy [Programme Director Rachel Starkey]<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This is a 4 year full-time undergraduate degree for people wishing to qualify as Speech and Language Therapists.\u00a0 The programme is accredited by the Health Care Professions Council and funded by Health Education North West.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0BSc in Healthcare Science (Audiology) [Programme Director, Dr Tim Wilding)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This is the new 3 year undergraduate training programme in Audiology, and has been specifically developed to fulfill all the educational requirements of the Modernizing Scientific Careers (MSC) curriculum and Science Practitioner Training programme.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our first cohort of students was in September 2012. The programme is based in the University but has significant clinical placements in year 1, 2 and 3, which are based in both the NHS and Independent Sector across the Northwest.<\/span><\/p>\n

MSc in Clinical Science (Neurosensory Sciences) [Programme Director, Dr Kai Uus]<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This Masters is a collaboration between the University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University and has been specifically developed to fulfil all the educational requirements of the MSc Neurosensory curriculum and the multi-disciplinary framework of the Scientist Training Programme. The MSc is delivered over three years, on a block release basis supported by e-learning elements.\u00a0 Students are employed by the NHS and when not on block release are undergoing clinical training within their host Trust. The first student intake was in September 2011.<\/span><\/p>\n

MSc Audiology [Programme Director, Helen Glyde]<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This is a one-year MSc that has been accredited by the British Academy of Audiology.\u00a0 It is ideal for those wanting to pursue a career in Audiology, as it provides the theoretical basis prior to completion of a clinical training year. In addition, the MSc Audiology is an alternative programme of study for those with a clinical background in Audiology, yet want to demonstrate learning at a Master\u2019s level.<\/span><\/p>\n

Certificate of Clinical Competence UK & Irish Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (ICCCA) [Programme Director, Bridget Skelly]<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This is a clinical training programme that is run in the Northwest (UK) and Ireland.<\/span><\/p>\n

Students with an appropriate MSc in Audiology are supported by UK and Irish Audiology teams, in attaining clinical competency skills in a range of adult and paediatric assessment and management procedures.\u00a0 Programme availability is subject to placement capacity.<\/span><\/p>\n

MSc in Advanced Audiological Studies [Programme Director, Helen<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Glyde]\/ MSc Advanced Audiological Studies (Paediatric Pathway)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This MSc can be completed either as a full time course or part time course and is ideally suited to those with a clinical background in Audiology.\u00a0 The MSc can be made up of units which span Audiology and Deaf Education.\u00a0 Where learners choose sufficient paediatric focused modules they are able to graduate with the Paediatric Pathway designation.<\/span><\/p>\n

Post Graduate Diploma in Deaf Education [Programme Director, Dr Helen Chilton]<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

A one year full time (campus based) or two years part time (on-line or campus based) programme which includes eight weeks of placements over the course of study. The programme provides a recognized mandatory qualification for qualified teachers who want to work within deaf education and become Qualified Teachers of the Deaf.<\/span><\/p>\n

Continued Professional Development<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Clinicians across a range of disciplines can enroll to study for the following individual M-level modules:<\/span><\/p>\n

Adult Auditory Assessment and Management<\/span><\/p>\n

Higher Specialist Scientist Training (Audiological Sciences) [Programme <\/strong><\/span>Director, Dr Kai Uus]<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This is a new 5-year doctoral level programme. Higher Specialist Scientist Training (HSST) is part of the Department of Health Modernizing Scientific Careers framework. Through an HSST programme reflecting the standards of training undertaken by doctors to train as Medical Consultants, selected Clinical Scientists will bring high-level scientific and clinical leadership as Consultant Clinical Scientists.\u00a0 Manchester Academy for Healthcare Scientist Education (MAHSE; a consortium comprises the University of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan University, University of Liverpool, Aston University and Kings College London) won the DoH tender to be the only provider of the highest training programme in all 19 Healthcare Science disciplines. The aim of the consortium, led by MAHSE is to generate a dramatic and sustained step change in the influencing and promoting Healthcare Science services and Healthcare Science research in the UK.<\/span><\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.networks.nhs.uk\/nhs-networks\/msc-framework-curricula\/hsst-higherspecialist-scientist-training<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

PhD studentships in Audiology<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

PhD studentships in the field of Audiology typically require 3-4 years of full time study. There are a variety of funding routes available for these studentships including Research Councils, Industry and Charities.<\/span><\/p>\n

Further information can be found on the School web site<\/span><\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.manchester.ac.uk\/study\/postgraduateresearch\/programmes\/list\/11032\/phd-audiology\/<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0The Research Environment in the Division of Human Communication,<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Development & Hearing<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

ManCAD<\/strong> (led by Prof Kevin Munro) aspires to be the leading centre in the UK and a world leader in three broad areas:<\/span><\/p>\n

Bridging basic and translational hearing research<\/span><\/p>\n

Innovative research that translates basic underpinning research into direct benefit to people who have a hearing dysfunction<\/span><\/p>\n

Research that underpins and delivers improved services in health care and education for adults and children with a hearing loss.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our research underpins, and is informed by, our leading role in audiology education and audiological service delivery in the UK. Our multidisciplinary research team includes professionals in audiology, deaf education and medicine, in addition to scientists expert in psychophysics, electrophysiology, signal processing and neural imaging.\u00a0 Our research is currently grouped into five themes although there is some overlap.\u00a0 There are also a number of cross-cutting stands including electrophysiological and psychophysical methodologies. We are also keen to expand our activities by collaborating, or recruiting, cognitive or health psychologists with a strong interest in audiology and hearing sciences.<\/span><\/p>\n

Coding and processing [Theme Lead, Prof Chris Plack]<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This theme focuses on physiological processing within the auditory system, with the goal of understanding how the normal and impaired auditory system codes and processes sounds. In particular, we have interests in cochlear processing, neural temporal coding, and \u201chidden\u201d hearing loss resulting from neural damage. The theme has the translational goals of:<\/span><\/p>\n

improving and individualising auditory diagnostics developing new signal processing strategies for hearing devices.<\/span><\/p>\n

Clinical assessment and management [Theme Lead, Dr Kai Uus]<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This theme focuses on clinical assessment and management of adults and children with hearing impairment, tinnitus and balance disorders. Research is aimed at improving patient outcomes using innovative technologies or techniques. We are keen to expand this area by collaborating with the newly formed Centre for Health Psychology.<\/span><\/p>\n

Plasticity and ageing [Theme Lead, Prof Kevin J Munro]<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This theme is concerned with understanding the changes that occur over time in the auditory system due to training, deafness, development, or restoration of input to a deaf auditory system. The translational goal of this research is to guide fitting and management options for hearing devices.<\/span><\/p>\n

Auditory devices and technology [Theme Lead, Dr Michael Stone]<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This theme aims to improve the outcomes of auditory, including implantable, devices. We aim to:<\/span>
\n– understand the variability in outcomes through understanding perceptual and physiological factors in the auditory system, and thus develop improved and individually optimised DSP strategies for individuals
\n– improve DSP techniques in the devices, and to develop diagnostic and prognostic tools to aid the choice of device type and settings<\/span><\/p>\n

Improving service delivery [Theme Lead, Dr Helen Chilton]<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Service delivery to individuals who are deaf seeks to ensure best practice but a range of factors at governmental, institutional, service level or at the level of the individual recipient reduce efficacy and result in less than optimum experience for the client and efficiency for the service provider. By exploring aspects of service delivery with both quantitative and qualitative methods the aim of this group is to improve quality of provision. Currently this group is involved in:<\/span><\/p>\n

assessing real world benefit of FM amplification for deaf children understanding the reflective component of student experience when training to be work in audiological services supporting the development of Theory of Mind in deaf children<\/span><\/p>\n

Our group is currently the lead group in the UK for research that leads to improved services for hearing impaired people. Examples are the:<\/span><\/p>\n

development and implementation of universal newborn hearing screening <\/a>the modernisation of children\u2019s hearing aid services<\/a> in the NHS<\/span><\/p>\n

This is a unique and valuable aspect of our work, as the resultant connections and access to services position us for effective clinical and translational research.<\/span><\/p>\n

ManCAD is undergoing a time of exciting expansion, supported by the 2015 agenda of the University, which aims to place Manchester within the top 25 research universities in the world. The expansion of the research group, together with exciting expansion of the research portfolio, have led to Manchester A&D Research Group being a destination of choice for young scientists wanting to develop a career in auditory science research. In 2008 we were designated a Centre of Excellence by Deafness Research UK.<\/span><\/p>\n

The success of the group is reflected in the outcome of the 2014 Research Excellence<\/span><\/p>\n

Framework: staff were returned within Unit of Assessment 3 (Allied Health Professions, Dentistry, Nursing and Pharmacy), and this Unit was ranked second, within the University of Manchester, in terms of a world leading (4*) research profile and first nationally in terms of research power (average research profile multiplied by the number of staff submitted).<\/span><\/p>\n

Some selected current projects within the A&D Research Group are:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Evaluation of existing and novel hearing-aid fitting strategies. [Kevin Munro, <\/span>Richard Baker]<\/span><\/p>\n

Development of an objective audiological test battery based on <\/span>electrophysiological techniques. [Karolina Kluk-de Kort, Chris Plack, Kai Uus]<\/span><\/p>\n

Understanding brain plasticity due to auditory deprivation and\/or stimulation. <\/span>[Kevin Munro, Colette McKay, Karolina Kluk-de Kort]<\/span><\/p>\n

Cognitive factors in hearing impairment. [Piers Dawes, Kevin Munro]<\/span><\/p>\n

Signal processing for combining electric and acoustic stimulation. [Colette <\/span>McKay]<\/span><\/p>\n

Improved fitting strategies for cochlear implants. [Colette McKay]<\/span><\/p>\n

Cochlear function in normal and impaired hearing. [Chris Plack, Richard Baker]<\/span><\/p>\n

The effects of hearing loss and aging on neural temporal coding and pitch [Chris <\/span>Plack, Kathryn Hopkins, Richard Baker]<\/span><\/p>\n

The effects of occupational noise exposure. [Kathryn Hopkins, Chris Plack]<\/span><\/p>\n

The diagnosis and management of auditory neuropathy. [Kai Uus, Colette McKay]<\/span><\/p>\n

The impact of diabetes on hearing. [Kai Uus, Chris Plack, Kathryn Hopkins]<\/span><\/p>\n

Theory of Mind, pragmatics and social communication skills of deaf children (Dr<\/span><\/p>\n

Helen Chilton, Dr Antje Heinrich, Dr Cathy Adams, Professor Anna Theakston)<\/span><\/p>\n

We receive significant funding from the NHS (usually HTA), NIHR, MRC, BBSRC,<\/span><\/p>\n

EPSRC, and ESRC, as well as from charitable organizations (e.g. Deafness Research UK, AoHL, NDCS, Wellcome Trust). We have significant collaboration and funding support from several hearing aid and cochlear implant companies. The industrial and NHS partnerships help to fast track research outcomes into better devices and clinical services for patients.\u00a0 We have strong links with service providers in the field of audiology and deaf education both nationally and internationally, in addition to links with all the relevant professional associations.<\/span><\/p>\n

Located within the School of Psychological Sciences and the Faculty of Medical and<\/span><\/p>\n

Human Sciences, the Audiology and Deafness Research Group has close links across the<\/span><\/p>\n

School, Faculty and University. There are also close links with Institute of Human<\/span><\/p>\n

Development, Neuroscience Research Institute, Institute of Health Sciences, Child Health Research Network and Biomedical Imaging Institute. Externally, we have existing links and collaborations with many other national and international research groups (e.g. Cambridge and Toronto), and have existing relationships with several industrial partners.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our research is supported by funding from the Department of Health, UK research councils, industrial partners, and charities. In 2008, Deafness Research UK designated our group as a Centre of Excellence for research that leads to benefit for people with a hearing impairment.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our research underpins, and is informed by, our leading role in audiology education and audiological service delivery in the UK. The last point is important because we are well placed to combine basic and translational hearing research that leads directly to improved hearing devices and improved clinical practice in the UK. The Audiology and Deafness group is undergoing a time of exciting expansion, supported by the 2015 agenda of the University, which aims to place Manchester within the top 25 research universities in the world. The expansion of the research group, together with exciting expansion of the research portfolio, have led to Manchester Audiology and Deafness Research Group being a destination of choice for young scientists wanting to develop a career in auditory science research.<\/span><\/p>\n

The impact of the group\u2019s research and subsequent knowledge transfer on service development (e.g. the NHS newborn hearing screening programme; digital signal processing hearing aids and the modernisation of NHS hearing aid services) is highly significant, and is one of the features that distinguishes the group from other UK academic departments of audiology.<\/span><\/p>\n

In terms of projects, current work includes auditory evoked potentials and their relationship with psychoacoustic function; cochlear dead regions in children; cochlear function; perceptual acclimatization to hearing aids; measures of benefit from hearing aids; interventions for mild and unilateral hearing loss in infants; longitudinal outcome studies with deaf children; service quality, family functioning, early intervention and informed choices; newborn hearing screening; school entry screening; auditory neuropathy spectrum disorder; auditory processing disorders; hearing loss associated with hereditary\/syndromic conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n

SECTION A : Programme Structure<\/span><\/h1>\n

Rationale and General Description<\/span><\/h2>\n

This programme is aimed at qualified teachers wishing to train as Teachers of the Deaf. To accommodate the needs of schools and teachers across the country the programme is available as a blended E-learning option along with the more traditional On-Campus approach.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Diploma can be taken 1 year full time or 2 years part time. Students can progress to an MSc once they have satisfied the conditions of the Diploma, completing a research methods module and dissertation.<\/span><\/p>\n

Students cover six taught modules and two assessed placements with a variety of topics and types of assessment. Alongside standard essays are presentations, practicals and INSET packages. As this is a professional qualification, students also take part in two teaching placements where they are assessed against the competencies within the Mandatory Qualification and University requirements. Placements are supported by and internal tutor and a visiting external tutor appointed by the University.\u00a0 For second placement there is an alternative supervision route is available where supervision will be conducted remote using Swivl technology.\u00a0 This will be explained and discussed with all students prior to their second placement.<\/span><\/p>\n

On successful completion of the diploma, students will hold 120 credits and can opt to complete a dissertation worth a further 60 credits if they wish to gain a Masters qualification.<\/span><\/p>\n

Division of Human Communication Development and Hearing Aims<\/span><\/h2>\n

The overarching aim is to offer students a broad and thorough education in Human Communication, Speech\/Language Therapy, Deaf Education or Audiology within an institutional culture of high-quality research and scholarship.\u00a0 Specific aims are to:<\/span><\/p>\n

    \n
  1. Deliver a range of specialist degrees, informed by current research, which equip students for careers within speech\/language therapy, audiology, deaf education, teaching, and related areas, or which enhance their existing careers and the service they provide;<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Maintain and develop high standards of teaching, research and scholarship in an environment which encourages the exchange of knowledge and ideas across professions;<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Develop in partnership with students their subject-specific knowledge and understanding, cognitive skills, practical, clinical and professional skills, and transferable skills, accessed from an integrated curriculum;<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Develop a variety of teaching methods and assessment strategies to meet programme objectives, student and\/or employer needs;<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Provide students with effective induction information, academic and pastoral support, in order to enhance their academic and personal development and to encourage the acquisition of qualifications, knowledge, skills and understanding appropriate to their abilities;<\/span><\/li>\n
  6. Provide appropriate laboratory, clinical, library, and other facilities to ensure a high-quality learning environment;<\/span><\/li>\n
  7. Promote a commitment to professional development, independent study and lifelong learning;<\/span><\/li>\n
  8. Develop collaborative working practice in teaching, clinical work, and research with other academic colleagues, and with external services;<\/span><\/li>\n
  9. Seek professional accreditation of programmes where appropriate, and maintain on-going review of all programmes;<\/span><\/li>\n
  10. Develop academic links that improve support services and professional expertise overseas.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Post Graduate Learning Outcomes<\/span><\/h2>\n

    (For Students Studying Programmes Offered by Division of Human <\/strong><\/span>Communication Development and Hearing) <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    On successful completion of their programmes postgraduate students will:<\/span><\/p>\n

    have gained advanced knowledge and understanding about a particular subject area and its research base; be able to identify sources, search and evaluate the research literature in their area of study;<\/span><\/p>\n

    have developed the advances academic knowledge, understanding, skills and professional expertise necessary for employment in their field; have experienced and developed an understanding of multidisciplinary working across professional boundaries; have further developed their critical and evaluative skills suitable to support independent and continuing study in their field.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Details of the aims and learning outcomes associated with specific course units can be found in the course unit outlines section.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Award of MSc\/PG Diploma and Credit Requirements<\/span><\/h2>\n

    To be awarded a degree, you have to accumulate the requisite credits by passing the assessments for course units and thus gaining the credits associated with them.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Students must accrue 180 postgraduate credits to qualify for the degree of MSc. Of these 180 credits, 120 are associated with eight compulsory taught Course Units and 60 credits are associated with a research dissertation. For the Diploma route, students must accrue 120 credits by taking eight 15 credit compulsory course units, but omitting the dissertation.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Currently, all course units are compulsory and there is only one route through the programme. Full details of the taught Course Units below.<\/span><\/p>\n

    The Post Graduate Diploma in Deaf Education is recognized as meeting the national mandatory requirements of the ToD qualification.\u00a0 No compensation is allowed between course units.\u00a0 All course units must be successfully completed<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Assessment and Regulations<\/span><\/h2>\n

    Postgraduate Taught Degree Regulations for Students<\/u><\/span><\/h3>\n

    Postgraduate Taught degrees at the University of Manchester are based on the National Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ). This framework requires students to achieve credit at masters\u2019 level in order to get an award. For a standard postgraduate taught Masters programme this will normally mean passing 180 credits. A standard postgraduate diploma will normally have 120 credits and a postgraduate certificate 60 credits. The way in which you study these credits will be defined later in the programme handbook and the programme specification.<\/span><\/p>\n

    The University sets standards relating to your performance on every unit but also on your progression through the programme. Your programme and course unit specifications will set out the requirements for passing the credit on individual units.<\/span><\/p>\n

    The full PGT Degree Regulations can be accessed at:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    http:\/\/www.regulations.manchester.ac.uk\/postgraduate-degree-regulations\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Introduction to the Postgraduate Degree Regulations for Students<\/em><\/strong> is available at:<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

    http:\/\/www.staffnet.manchester.ac.uk\/tlso\/policy-guidance\/degreeregulations\/variation-forms\/<\/em><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0<\/em>Please be aware that the MSc\/PG Diploma Audiology and Msc \/ PgDip Deaf Education programmes have some higher requirements to the University degree regulations and details of these are outlined below<\/strong>;<\/span><\/p>\n

    Exemptions to the PGT Degree Regulations<\/u><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    The programmes above will operate a 50% pass rate across all levels and pathways, ie stand-alone units, PG Cert, PG Diploma and MSc<\/span><\/p>\n

    The programmes above will not<\/u><\/strong> apply compensation rules to any course units Students must gain a minimum of 50% in each piece of work in all modules.<\/span><\/p>\n

    If a student fails a Teaching Placement unit then they will only be referred for resit at the discretion of the Examination Board. Due to the completion of this programme leading to a professional teaching qualification, if the Examination Board deems that a student is unfit for practice then they reserve the right to deny the student a second attempt at completing the placement. Therefore the student will be deemed to have failed the programme.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0What happens if I fail some units?<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    The first thing to do is sit down with your academic adviser who will take you through your options.<\/span><\/p>\n

    The regulations allow you further attempts of up to half the taught credits for a standard masters programme as defined by your programme specification, so you can still get back on track.<\/span><\/p>\n

    This is known as \u2018referred assessment\u2019 and these reassessments will normally take place in the same academic year as the original assessment. The Examination Board will then make decisions on your progress and your programme administrator will advise you accordingly of the decisions and next steps.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Successfully re-sat course units will be recorded with a mark of 40R, unless your original mark was between 40-49 in which case you will keep your original mark with a suffix of R. It is this mark that will be used to calculate your final degree classification.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Some programmes, particularly those which are externally accredited or linked to professional practice may set a higher pass rate than stated in the regulations. These programme exemptions are clearly detailed above.<\/span><\/p>\n

    What happens if I fail my resits?<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Upon taking the referred assessment, if you fail again the Examination Board will make a decision with regards to your progress. The possible options available may in exceptional circumstances include repeating the unit, being awarded an exit award if all the opportunities to retrieve failed assessment have been exhausted, or withdrawal from the programme.<\/span><\/p>\n

    What happens is I fail my dissertation?<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    If you fail your dissertations at the first attempt but your mark is above 30% you will be given the opportunity to resubmit a revised version of the dissertation. You will normally be given up to six months in which to make the requested revisions or undertaken additional work. You will be provided with feedback from your examiners and guidance on the revisions required to bring the work to the appropriate standard for the Masters award. If your mark is below 30% you will not be permitted to resubmit.<\/span><\/p>\n

    How is my degree calculated?<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    To be considered for a Masters Degree you must have achieved 180 credits at the appropriate level. Don\u2019t worry if you have had a referral as these still count towards your credit total for a Pass or Merit. If, however, you have undertaken any referred assessment you will not be eligible for a Distinction.<\/span><\/p>\n

    The award of masters is based upon gaining the required number of credits, normally 180. Classifications for merit or distinctions will be calculated on the basis of an average mark, based on the weighted programme as a whole. If you are completing a postgraduate diploma or certificate programme then these degrees are only awarded as a pass.<\/span><\/p>\n

    PG Diploma and PG Certificate programs are only eligible to be awarded a Pass overall.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    When and how are decisions made about my results and my progress?<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    It is expected that all your attempts at referral assessment will take place in the same academic year in which the assessment was first taken. After each assessment period there is an \u2018Examination Board\u2019.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Members of the Examination Board normally include your unit tutors, programme directors and overseen by an external examiner from another university. It is the job of the Examination Board to review all the results anonymously and make decisions on the award of credit and who can resit exams \/ assessment or gain compensation. It is also the role of the Examination Board to decide who cannot continue and will leave the University with an exit award. Some students will narrowly miss the threshold for a degree classification and so we look at their pattern of marks (Mark Distribution) and may look at their examined work (Mark Review).<\/span><\/p>\n

    What do I do if I disagree with the Examination Board\u2019s decision?<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    The University has clear and fair procedures which set out the course of action should you wish to appeal against an Examination Board decision or make a complaint. There are a number of grounds on which an appeal may be made, however an appeal which questions the academic or professional judgement of those charged with assessing your academic performance or professional competence will not be permitted. The relevant regulations and forms can be found at:<\/span><\/p>\n

    Regulation XIX Academic Appeals www.regulations.manchester.ac.uk\/academic<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    In the first instance, we would urge you to contact your Academic Advisor who will be able to talk you through the decision making process.\u00a0 <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Progression Statement<\/span><\/h4>\n

    Students who register for the MSc course (as opposed to the Diploma course) will not be allowed to progress to the Dissertation unless they successfully complete 120 credits of taught course units.\u00a0 Students who register originally for a Diploma, but subsequently wish to transfer to the MSc course, will be allowed to do so if they attain, in assessments of the 8 taught Course Units, the level of achievement specified above for the award of the MSc.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Introductory Courses<\/span><\/h2>\n

    All students are automatically enrolled onto an introductory unit on Blackboard that provides information on health and safety, academic malpractice and academic literacy.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Completion instructions for each of these sections are clearly defined within the course.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Completion of the academic malpractice and health and safety sections is mandatory for all students<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

    All assessments must be completed as soon as possible after the programme begins, with the academic malpractice assessment completed before the first piece of coursework is submitted. Completion of these assessments is monitored by the School. All students are also strongly advised to complete the academic literacy section<\/span><\/p>\n

    Submission of Assessed Work<\/span><\/h2>\n

    Blackboard<\/span><\/h3>\n

    What is Blackboard?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Blackboard is an on-line learning and information environment available to all students.\u00a0 All course-related content, materials, reading and activities will be placed on Blackboard so it is essential that you familiarise yourself with the system as soon as possible.\u00a0 Blackboard also offers discussion forums which you may find a useful resource to share information about assignments and other course-related queries. Electronic versions of the programme handbook and relevant forms can also be viewed and downloaded via Blackboard.<\/span><\/p>\n

    How do I access Blackboard?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Students should access Blackboard via My Manchester at: https:\/\/www.portal.manchester.ac.uk\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Please see the following link for essential information about using Blackboard and refer to the \u2018Student Guide to Blackboard\u2019 document:<\/span><\/p>\n

    http:\/\/www.studentnet.manchester.ac.uk\/blackboard\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    You will also have a University e-mail address, which will be available to you for the duration of the course.\u00a0 It is important that you check this email amount on a regular basis as all University related correspondence will be sent here and not to your personal email address.<\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0IT Support<\/u><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    If you experience problems with Blackboard please refer to the Blackboard support pages at: http:\/\/www.studentnet.manchester.ac.uk\/blackboard\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    If the problem is not resolved, please contact technical support directly:<\/span><\/p>\n

    Rochelle.Gunter@manchester.ac.uk<\/u><\/span><\/p>\n

    If you require further assistance or you are having difficulties with any other IT facilities you can contact the IT service desk:<\/span><\/p>\n

    Tel: 0161 306 5544<\/span><\/p>\n

    Use the IT Services Knowledge Base: http:\/\/www.itservices.manchester.ac.uk\/contacts\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    For issues with e-resources and journals please contact uml.eresources@manchester.ac.uk<\/u> or telephone 0161 2757388<\/span><\/p>\n

    Sometimes the links to access materials within external websites fail.\u00a0 This can be for numerous reasons, it maybe that the website is undergoing maintenance, or it may be that the web address to access the materials has changed.\u00a0 Please alert your course tutor as soon as possible if a link does not work.\u00a0 Cut and paste the link into an e-mail stating which unit and where the problem occurred.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Criteria of levels of achievement for the course as a whole<\/u><\/span><\/h3>\n

     <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Marks<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nMARKING CRITERIA<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    \n

    \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    90%<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n

    		\n

     <\/p>\n

    EXCELLENT <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Exceptional work, nearly or wholly faultless for that expected at Master\u2019s level.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

    \n

    \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    80-89%<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n

    		\n

     <\/p>\n

    EXCELLENT<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Work of excellent quality throughout.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

    \n

    \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    70 -79%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n

    		\n

    \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    EXCELLENT <\/strong>Work of very high to excellent quality showing originality, high accuracy, thorough understanding, critical appraisal, and very good presentation.\u00a0 Shows a wide and thorough understanding of the material studied and the relevant literature, and the ability to apply the theory and methods learned to solve unfamiliar problems.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

    \n

    \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    60-69%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n

    		\n

     <\/p>\n

    GOOD PASS <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Work of good to high quality showing evidence of understanding of a broad range of topics, good accuracy, good structure and presentation, and relevant conclusions.\u00a0 Shows a good knowledge of the material studied and the relevant literature and some ability to tackle unfamiliar problems.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

    \n

    \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    50-59%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n

    		\n

    PASS<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Work shows a clear grasp of relevant facts and issues and reveals an attempt to create a coherent whole. It comprises reasonably clear and attainable objectives, adequate reading and some originality.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

    \n

    \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    40-49%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n

    		\n

     <\/p>\n

    FAIL<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Work shows a satisfactory understanding of the important programme material and basic knowledge of the relevant literature but with little or no originality and limited accuracy.\u00a0 Shows adequate presentation skills with clear but limited objectives and does not always reach a conclusion.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

    \n

    \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    30-39%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n

    		\n

    FAIL<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Work shows some understanding of the main elements of the programme material and some knowledge of the relevant literature. Shows a limited level of accuracy with little analysis of data or attempt to discuss its significance.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

    \n

     <\/p>\n

    20- 29%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

     <\/p>\n

     <\/td>\n

    		\n

    FAIL<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Little relevant material presented.\u00a0 Unclear or unsubstantiated arguments with very poor accuracy and understanding.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

    \n

     <\/p>\n

    0 – 19%<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

     <\/td>\n

    		\n

    CLEAR FAIL<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Work of very poor quality containing little or no relevant information.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

    The minimum pass mark for each course unit for Diploma & MSc is 50%<\/span><\/p>\n

    Award of PG Diploma<\/u><\/span><\/h3>\n

    The pass mark<\/strong> for all examinations, the dissertation and assessed coursework (assignments) is 50%<\/strong>. Compensation between units is not permitted. <\/strong>The pass mark of 50% applies to all<\/strong> students.<\/span><\/p>\n

    To qualify for the award of the PG Diploma, students must complete all the programme requirements with a total of 120 credits.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Word Limits for Assessed Work<\/u><\/span><\/h3>\n

    Assignment Word Count (including the dissertation) <\/strong>In accordance with the University Policy on Marking<\/a>:<\/span><\/p>\n

    Each written assignment has a word limit which you must state at the top of your first page. It is acceptable, without penalty, for you to submit an assignment within a range that is plus 10% of this limit. If you present an assignment with a word limit substantially exceeding the upper banding, the assignment will be marked but 1% will be deducted from this mark for every 100 words over the limit given.<\/span><\/p>\n

    In accordance with accepted academic practice, when submitting any written assignment for summative assessment, the notion of a word count includes the following without exception:<\/span><\/p>\n

    All titles or headings that form part of the actual text. This does not include the fly page or reference list.<\/span><\/p>\n

    All words that form the actual essay.<\/span><\/p>\n

    All words forming the titles for figures, tables and boxes, are included but this does not include boxes or tables or figures themselves. The exception to this is the Developing Deaf Child and Language Assessment essays where you are required to present some of your work in table format. The text in these tables is included in the word count.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    All in-text (that is bracketed) references. All directly quoted material.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Certain assessments may require different penalties for word limits to be applied. For example, if part of the requirement for the assessment is conciseness of presentation of facts and arguments. In such cases it may be that no 10% leeway is allowed and penalties applied may be stricter than described above. In such cases the rules for word count limits and the penalties to be applied will be clearly stated in the assessment brief and in the submission details for that assessment.<\/span><\/p>\n

    For an original word limit that is 1000 words and an assignment that is marked out of 100.\u00a0 If a submission is made that is 1101 words then it exceeded the 10% leeway and is more than 100 words over the original limit and should receive a 1 mark deduction.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Please use Arial and font style 12 for your work.\u00a0 Also please follow the Harvard referencing style \u2013 you can find helpful information and guidance about referencing at the following link:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    http:\/\/subjects.library.manchester.ac.uk\/referencing-harvard<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Submitting work<\/u><\/span><\/h3>\n

    All work submitted must be typed or word processed.\u00a0 Students must ensure work is double spaced and that there are adequate margins.\u00a0 All pages should contain the student number at the top, be numbered, and any appendices should be clearly labeled and numbered using Roman numerals.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Students must ensure that the assignments follow the correct format for referencing<\/span><\/p>\n

    Some of the assignments may require students to present information relating to \u2018real\u2019 families and children. It is imperative that any information relating to a deaf child or their family is completely anonymized. Failure to do so could result in failure of the assignment or a reduced mark.\u00a0 This is a serious ethical issue and is treated as such.<\/span><\/p>\n

    The majority of coursework will require online submission through Blackboard via a function called Turnitin. The deadline for submission will be 12 noon<\/u><\/strong>. Please note that uploading your work can take longer than expected, and you are encouraged not to leave the submission to the last minute. This deadline is strict. You can submit before the date if you wish and can go back and change your submission up until the final deadline.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Submitting an electronic copy of the work:<\/span><\/p>\n

    Log into Blackboard via the MyManchester portal https:\/\/login.manchester.ac.uk\/cas\/login<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Click on the relevant course unit<\/span><\/p>\n

    Go to assessment folder<\/span><\/p>\n

    Upload your assignment via the Turnitin process<\/span><\/p>\n

    http:\/\/documents.manchester.ac.uk\/display.aspx?DocID=13010<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    IMPORTANT<\/u><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    For Online Blackboard submissions, you MUST put your ID number first in your assignment title and save and submit your document using your ID Number e.g.\u2019 7123456 Curricular Access Assignment\u2019.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0DO NOT title the work \u2018Essay\u2019 or as the title of the work. Please note that failure to follow this guideline may result in work being deleted.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0Please remember you can only upload one document so you cannot save your references\/appendices as a separate document.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0<\/strong>If you have any problems submitting work on Turnitin please contact the elearning helpdesk on 0161 306 5544 or via elearning@manchester.ac.uk<\/u><\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0<\/strong>With prior agreement you may be able to submit hard copies of the INSET package for the Policy & Practice module. Please check with the programme team before submitting any hard copies of work. Any hard copies should be submitted to Amelia Clarke in G15 Zochonis Building.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Policy on Submission of Work for Summative Assessment on Taught Programmes:<\/span><\/p>\n

    http:\/\/www.campus.manchester.ac.uk\/tlso\/map\/teachinglearningassessment\/assessm ent\/sectionb-<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    thepracticeofassessment\/policyonsubmissionofworkforsummativeassessment\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    The Use of Turnitin<\/u><\/span><\/h3>\n

    The University uses electronic systems for the purposes of detecting plagiarism and other forms of academic malpractice and for marking.\u00a0 Such systems include TurnitinUK, the plagiarism detection service used by the University.<\/span><\/p>\n

    As part of the formative and\/or summative assessment process, you will be asked to submit electronic versions of your work to TurnitinUK and\/or other electronic systems used by the University.<\/span><\/p>\n

    The School also reserves the right to submit work handed in by you for formative or summative assessment to TurnitinUK and\/or other electronic systems used by the University.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Please note that when work is submitted to the relevant electronic systems, it may be copied and then stored in a database to allow appropriate checks to be made.<\/span><\/p>\n

    All typed summative assessment, including dissertations<\/u>, should be submitted online and subjected to plagiarism detection software<\/strong> where appropriate.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Understanding Academic Malpractice<\/u><\/span><\/h3>\n

    The University does not permit plagiarism or other forms of academic malpractice under any circumstances, and individuals found to have committed such an incident can expect a harsh penalty, which in some cases results in exclusion from the university. To ensure that you are fully informed about University expectations and understand your responsibilities regarding academic malpractice please ensure you have read the guidance provided by the University to students on this topic.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Guidance to students on plagiarism and other forms of academic malpractice: http:\/\/documents.manchester.ac.uk\/display.aspx?DocID=2870<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    If you have any doubts or further questions please contact your course tutor or programme director.<\/span><\/p>\n

    As further support, the Faculty Graduate School has developed a module entitled \u201cUnderstanding Academic Malpractice\u201d. This module should be completed by all postgraduate taught students and will allow you to test your understanding of what constitutes plagiarism and academic malpractice.\u00a0 The module is part of the PGT Medical and Human Sciences Graduate School Online Skills Training Resource.\u00a0 You can access the resource via Blackboard.\u00a0 Log in to My Manchester and click on the Blackboard tab.\u00a0 The online skills training resource will be listed under the My Communities heading (below your course units). The module should be completed as soon as possible after you begin your programme but must be completed before you submit your first piece of academic writing for assessment.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Mitigating Circumstances<\/u><\/span><\/h3>\n

    If a student has medical or personal circumstances which you feel may adversely affect your studies and\/or your performance on the course or in examinations, you should inform Programme Administration <\/strong>as soon as possible via pgt_hcdh@manchester.ac.uk<\/u><\/span><\/p>\n

    You can then complete a Mitigating circumstances form, available below or from your programme administrator pgt_hcdh@manchester.ac.uk<\/u><\/span><\/p>\n

    It is your responsibility to submit this form and you must do so by the advertised deadline that applies to the period \/ piece of work of work you are claiming mitigating circumstances for.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Requests must be accompanied by appropriate, independent, third-party supporting or collaborative documentation, which will be subject to verification (see Mitigating Circumstances: Guidance for Students for more detail on documentation). If the information and details of the mitigating circumstances are considered to be highly confidential, students should submit these in a sealed envelope attached to the Notification of Mitigating Circumstances Form, together with the supporting documentary evidence. Mitigating Circumstances Panels should have due regard for the confidentiality of any application they receive.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Mitigating Circumstances forms and evidence must be submitted by the following deadlines:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Semester 1 assignments and Exams: 3rd February 2021<\/span><\/p>\n

    Semester 2 assignments and Exams: 5th June 2021<\/span><\/p>\n

    Semester 2 exam resits: 1st September 2021<\/span><\/p>\n

    N.B. For Dissertations: To ensure students can complete the dissertation to the best of their ability, mitigating circumstances will not normally be considered after submission. Instead, we recommend that students with mitigating circumstances request a deadline extension (with support from your supervisor or programme director).<\/span><\/p>\n

    Requests for mitigation submitted after the published date will not be considered without a credible and compelling explanation as to why the circumstances were not known, or could not have been shown, by the deadline.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Requests for mitigation must be submitted prior to the outcome of any assessment being known.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    A mitigating circumstances panel meets after these dates, just prior to exam board, to discuss any requests for mitigation.\u00a0 The Panel will determine whether there is substantiated evidence of circumstances eligible for mitigation. It will then decide whether the circumstances will have had or could have had an adverse effect on the student\u2019s performance, and, if so, it will judge how significant the effect was likely to have been. If the Mitigating Circumstances Panel judges that the effect was or would have been significant, the mitigation request will be approved. Mitigation requests may be approved for a specific assessment or more general impairment over a number of assessments, or for both. If a mitigation request is approved, recommendations will be made to the Examination Board who will determine how to apply it, given the student\u2019s assessment results.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Following exam board students will receive confirmation of the outcome of their mitigation request.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Grounds for mitigation are unforeseeable or unpreventable circumstances that could have, or did have, a significant adverse effect on the academic performance of a student. Possible mitigating circumstances include:<\/span><\/p>\n

    significant illness or injury; the death or critical\/significant illness of a close family member\/dependent; significant family crises or major financial problems leading to acute stress; and absence for public service g.<\/em>, jury service.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Circumstances that will not normally be regarded as grounds for mitigation include:<\/span><\/p>\n

    holidays, moving to a new house and events that were planned or could reasonably have been expected; assessments that are scheduled close together; misreading the timetable or misunderstanding the requirements for assessments; inadequate planning and time management;<\/span><\/p>\n

    OFSTED inspection in your normal place of work (ie not placement) failure, loss or theft of a computer or printer that prevents submission of work on time; students should back up work regularly and not leave completion so late that they cannot find another computer or printer; consequences of paid employment (except in some special cases for part-time students); exam stress or panic attacks not diagnosed as illness or supported by medical evidence; and<\/span><\/p>\n

    disruption in an examination room during an assessment which has not been recorded by the invigilators.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Extensions to Assignment Deadlines<\/u><\/span><\/h3>\n

    On rare occasions students may need to request an extension to a coursework deadline and we would not expect students to wait for a mitigating circumstances panel to grant an extension. If you need to request an extension to your assignment submission deadline then you must submit an extension request form which must be accompanied by supporting evidence (medical letters, certificates or other appropriate evidence). The supporting evidence must justify the length of the requested extension.<\/span><\/p>\n

    A maximum of a 1 week extension can be granted on coursework deadlines if students have experienced unforeseen mitigating circumstances such as illness. An extension request form (with supporting evidence) should be submitted to<\/span><\/p>\n

    pgt_hcdh@manchester.ac.uk<\/u> for authorization giving enough time for a response to be offered prior to the original deadline.<\/span><\/p>\n

    The extension request form is available below or can be obtained frompgt_hcdh@manchester.ac.uk<\/u><\/span><\/p>\n

    The form should then be submitted as soon as possible before<\/u><\/strong> the coursework deadline and should be submitted to pgt_hcdh@manchester.ac.uk<\/u> or G15, Zochonis Building, Brunswick Street.<\/span><\/p>\n

    It is your responsibility to make sure the request has been received. In the event that your programme administrator is not available, we recommend that you copy in the programme directors or ring the Student Support office (0161 275 8581) and another member of the team may be able to deal with your request.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    You will be notified of the outcome of your request via email as soon as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Please note that an extension to a deadline is classed as mitigation. Mitigation can only be applied once to a piece of work. i.e. you cannot have a deadline extension and also apply for mitigation for poor performance due to the same circumstances.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Late submission (including the Dissertation for MSc students)<\/u><\/span><\/h3>\n

    If unforeseen circumstances mean that you are unable to submit your work on time without applying for an extension previously then you must let the course unit leader and\/or your Programme Director know as soon as possible. This process then falls under the standard Mitigating Circumstances procedure as detailed above. You must submit a mitigating circumstances form and supporting documentation before the appropriate deadline to explain the lateness of your submission. This will then be considered at the next Mitigating Circumstances Panel.<\/span><\/p>\n

    The work will then be assessed without regard to its lateness and you will be given a provisional mark in the usual way, so that you can have feedback about what you have done.<\/span><\/p>\n

    If you have a valid reason for the late submission, and this is documented<\/u>, and the length of the delay is appropriate to the circumstances, then the provisional mark awarded will stand. Alternatively, should the Mitigating Circumstances panel feel that you do not have sufficient reason for late submission, the provisional mark will be reduced in line with the penalties below.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Work submitted after the deadline without prior approval will be subject to a late penalty in accordance with the University Policy on Submission of Work for Summative Assessment on Taught Programmes.\u00a0 The penalty applied is 10% of available marks deducted per 24 hours, until the assignment is submitted or no marks remain.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

    The mark awarded for the piece of work will be reduced by:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    10% of the available marks deducted if up to 24 hours late (1 day)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    20% of the available marks deducted if up to 48 hours late (2 days)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    30% of the available marks deducted if up to 72 hours late (3 days)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    40% of the available marks deducted if up to 96 hours late (4 days)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    50% of the available marks deducted if up to 120 hours late (5 days)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    60% of the available marks deducted if up to 144 hours late (6 days)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    70% of the available marks deducted if up to 168 hours late (7 days)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    80% of the available marks deducted if up to 192 hours late (8 days)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    90% of the available marks deducted if up to 216 hours late (9 days) A zero mark will be awarded if the piece of work is more than 9 days late.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    The sliding scale does not apply to referred assessment, where late submission will automatically receive a mark of zero.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    For further information see: <\/a>Policy on Submission of Work for Summative Assessment on Taught Programmes<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Similarly, if you are unable to attend an exam then you must submit a mitigating circumstances form and supporting evidence to explain your non-attendance.\u00a0 This will then be considered at the appropriate Mitigating Circumstances Panel and following exam board.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Unauthorized absence from examinations will result in a mark of Zero being recorded for that examination<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Academic Appeals<\/u><\/span><\/h3>\n

    Students thinking of appealing should first discuss the matter informally with an appropriate member of staff, to better understand the reason for the result or decision.<\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0 Students have a right of appeal against a final decision of an Examination Board, or a progress committee, or a graduate committee or equivalent body which affects their academic status or progress in the University.<\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0 Students thinking of appealing should first discuss the matter informally with an appropriate member of staff, to better understand the reason for the result or decision.<\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0 Should you wish to proceed to a formal appeal, this must be submitted within the timeframe outlined in the Academic Appeals Procedure to the Faculty Appeals and Complaints Team, Room 3.21, Simon Building, University of Manchester, M13 9PL (e-mail: FBMHappealsandcomplaints@manchester.ac.uk<\/u>).<\/span><\/p>\n

    The Academic Appeals Procedure (Regulation XIX) and associated documents, including the form on which formal appeals should be submitted, can be found at www.regulations.manchester.ac.uk\/academic<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Student Complaints<\/u><\/span><\/h3>\n

    \u00a0 The University\u2019s Student Complaints Procedure (Regulation XVIII) and associated documents, including a complaints form, can be found at regulations.manchester.ac.uk\/academic<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0 University has separate procedures to address complaints of bullying, harassment, discrimination and\/or victimisation \u2013 see https:\/\/www.reportandsupport.manchester.ac.uk\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0 Students thinking of submitting a formal complaint should, in most instances, attempt informal resolution first (see the procedure). Formal complaints should be submitted on the relevant form to Faculty Appeals and Complaints Team, Room 3.21, Simon Building, University of Manchester, M13 9PL (e-mail: FBMHappealsandcomplaints@manchester.ac.uk<\/u>).<\/span><\/p>\n

    Feedback for Assessments<\/u><\/span><\/h3>\n

    The purpose of feedback is to provide constructive criticism and encouragement so that you can improve your standards as time goes on. Thus, in addition to marks we will give you written feedback on most of your assessed coursework.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Students will be notified by email once the work has been marked and feedback is available to view on Blackboard.\u00a0 We will endeavor to return marked work and feedback to students 15 working days after the hand-in date.\u00a0 However, occasionally there may be delays because of staff illness or other unforeseeable factors which you will be notified about if necessary.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Marks awarded for your assessments (i.e. everything which contributes to your final degree classification) are subject to moderation by the examination board and the external examiner at the June examination meeting. Consequently, all marks given to students before the final examiners\u2019 meeting has taken place must be regarded as provisional.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    All written examinations and assignments are marked anonymously; with a sample moderated internally and by the External Examiner.<\/span><\/p>\n

    To view feedback on Blackboard via Turnitin please follow these instructions:<\/span><\/p>\n

    http:\/\/documents.manchester.ac.uk\/display.aspx?DocID=13011<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Please note that release of grades in Turnitin on postdate may be delayed by up to 30 minutes at peak usage times.\u00a0 If your grades have not appeared after 30 minutes please report this to elearning@manchester.ac.uk<\/u><\/span><\/p>\n

    Policy on Feedback to Undergraduate and Postgraduate Taught Students: http:\/\/documents.manchester.ac.uk\/DocuInfo.aspx?DocID=6518<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Viewing Ratified Marks and Final Classifications<\/u><\/span><\/h3>\n

    Marks awarded for your assessments (i.e. everything which contributes to your final degree classification) are subject to moderation by the examination board and the external examiner at the June examination meeting. Consequently, all marks given to students before the final examiners\u2019 meeting has taken place must be regarded as provisional.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0<\/strong>Shortly after the Examination Board in June we will publish ratified results via the student self-service system in MyManchester.<\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0<\/strong>When you have graduated you may obtain a detailed official written account of all your examination results (called a transcript) from the Student Services Centre on payment of a small fee. This carries the University stamp and is recognised for such purposes as admission to a further course of study at another institution (in the UK or abroad), membership of professional bodies, exemption from sections of professional examinations and so on. If you need a transcript go to the following link http:\/\/www.studentnet.manchester.ac.uk\/crucial-guide\/academic-life\/awardconfirmation\/transcripts\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    You can also obtain an electronic transcript via Edocs https:\/\/edocs.manchester.ac.uk\/wallet\/servlet\/UserWalletApp<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    How to Access Your Results on the Student System<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n