University of Southampton Calendar 2009/10


University Calendar 2009/10 Section VII : Academic Regulations - Faculty of Engineering, Science and Mathematics Institute of Sound and Vibration Research

School	Institute of Sound and Vibration Research
Final Award	Bachelor of Science (BSc)
Programme(s)	Acoustics and Music
Last modified	May 2009

Reference should be made to the University's General Regulations found in Section IV and Section V (Higher Degree Regulations) of the University Calendar.

Except where the School has been granted an opt-out by the University (see below) the following academic regulations apply in addition to the General Regulations.

Admissions

Standard entry requirements based on A levels are BBB in Maths, Physics and Music. Alternative entry criteria are detailed in the University Prospectus.

Structure of Programme(s)

Mode of attendance and duration
The programme is in three Parts where each Part is normally completed in one academic year. The programme is only available on a full time basis.

Structure
Acoustics and Music is a joint honours degree programme organised by ISVR and in collaboration with Music in the School of Humanities. Students choose a portfolio of acoustics and music modules within certain rules which set out in the Programme Specification. The maximum contribution from either subject under these rules is approximately 75%.

Modules
In Parts I and II compulsory acoustics modules make up 5/12ths and 4/12ths of the curriculum respectively. In Part III there are no compulsory modules.

Acoustics modules are listed in the Programme Specification and full details are given in the Module Specifications which are available on the ISVR Intranet. Full details of Music modules are available on the School of Humanities website.

Preferences are expressed by students and selections are subject to approval by the Programme Organiser.

Progression

See University Calendar Section IV.

Assessment

Assessment of examinations and coursework is in accordance with University regulations (see University Calendar Section IV). Assessed coursework should be undertaken and submitted in accordance with procedures detailed in the Programme Handbook.

Award of Qualification(s)

The final award is awarded by Senate on the recommendation of the relevant School Board to candidates who have satisfactorily completed an approved course of study and have satisfied the assessment requirements.

Final awards
The award of BSc (Hons) in Acoustics and Music is available to students who have completed Parts I, II and III satisfactorily. Degree classifications are determined in accordance with University regulations.

Placements/Study Abroad/Exchange/Fieldwork

None.

Other

These regulations may be revised during the student's period of registration in accordance with the procedures approved by Senate.

Candidates are required to satisfy the academic and attendance requirements of the programme as laid out in the Programme Specification and the Student Handbook for the programme. Those failing to do so may have their course terminated.