University of Edinburgh Academic orientation

University of Edinburgh Classes Mix of teaching methods varies dependant upon subject area and level of study: LecturesMostly 1 st & 2 nd year classes Can be large 1-4 lectures per class per week Seminars/tutorialsSmall group teaching Discussion-based Attendance compulsory LabsTypically one 3 hour lab practical per week for relevant classes Attendance compulsory

University of Edinburgh Academic expectations Emphasis on independent study Typical contact hours between per week Broad reading lists Use of the library rather than bookstore: Main Library-George Square & King’s Building Library-both newly renovated Top marks will require originality! Disabilities Office: 6-8 South College Street

University of Edinburgh Assessment-Formal Assessment methods vary from course to course Balance between assessment components varies May include exams, essays, lab reports, literature reviews, group projects, practicals, language exercises It is vital that you present for exams and submit all coursework. Your transcript may be withheld or you may not receive a grade for a class if you fail to complete all assessment.

University of Edinburgh The University of Edinburgh marking scale MARKEXPLANATION OF MARKS HONOURS An excellent performance 1 st ( very difficult ) 60-69A very good performance A good performance A satisfactory performance 3rd 35-39A marginal failfail 25-34A clear failfail 0-24A bad failfail US equivalents B-, B, B+, A-, A.

University of Edinburgh Personal Tutor(PT) You must attend your first PT meeting this week –some of you have appointments, others visit the school to set up. You are not fully-matriculated until you have met your PT PT is responsible for monitoring your academic progress Discuss course selections-any changes to classes must be made in first two weeks with PT Any academic difficulties report them to your PT

University of Edinburgh Key points Do not withdraw from classes without consulting your PT first Present for all exams and submit all written coursework on time A copy of transcript will be sent to you and your home University no later than the start of July If you are unsure of expectations ASK! University Shuttle Bus between KB and Central Area (also 41 bus)

University of Edinburgh Contact Information: Mhairi Thomson and Shannon Hersage College of Science and Engineering The Weir Building King’s Buildings, West Mains Road