1. Modules, Credits and Other Animals

2. Modules & Credits What is a module? –Self-contained assessed period of learning in programme of study –Mixture of lectures, tutorials and practical sessions What are credits? –Each module has a credit value, L1 modules have 10 or 30 credits –1 credit = about 10 hours of study

3. Assessment Assessment is by a mixture of coursework, tests and exams Exams are at the end of a semester Coursework can be assignments, projects, exercises sheets, etc. No coursework = 0 marks (at best) Assessed coursework should be done individually.

4. Modules in Level 1 For all students: MAT1015 Calculus MAT1016 Linear algebra MAT1025 Probability and experiment Programme dependent modules: M,MM,MSMCMB,MMaFMMMu MAT1003 MAT1026 MAT1003MAT1026 MAT1009COM1017MAN1042MAT1022 MAT1023 MUS1004/9p MUS1008/3c

5. Plagiarism Plagiarism = passing off someone else’s work/ideas as your own. This includes texts from the WWW ! See handbook for guidelines how to avoid plagiarism. Penalties for plagiarism: –Academic Misconduct Panel –Plagiarised work = 0 marks (also for allowing work to be plagiarised) –Repeated plagiarism can lead to termination

6. Passing Modules Need 40% overall for assessment in order to pass a module (60% for music performance) If you fail, you are allowed to resit ONCE only No resits on passed modules Some Level 1 resits in Spring/Summer If you pass, you get the credits associated with this module Need 120 credits to pass a Leve l

7. Compensation Credits If you fail, the exam board may give compensation credits, if –You have at least 90 credits –Average mark > 40% and at least 30% is scored in the module or Average mark > 50% and at least 25% is scored in the module See student handbook for details. Compensation is not automatic!

8. Progress If you have 120 credits, you progress to the next Level If you have 90 credits at the current Level, you can progress to the next one, but may have to do resits. You will be “course suspended” if you can’t progress; you will need to do resits at present Level.

9. Information on the WWW Undergraduate tab Module catalogue - Module outline; description; general info Options and Prerequisites Past exam papers Guidelines on Plagiarism

10. Other Remarks Approved calculators in the exam (Casio FX115MS, FX115W or FX115S – see campus bookstore) Mark of resit is averaged with pass mark  Resit mark Final qualification: MMath: 24%(L2)+36%(L3)+40%(LM) Everyone else: 35%(Level 2) + 65%(Level 3) First year is basis, try do as well as you can! Volunteers for note taking and for SSLC

11. What Next ? www.toolscenter.org

12. Study Lectures are a start, afterwards read through notes and do assignments Work during all of the semester Don’t be afraid to ask questions during lectures and afterwards Talk to other students and your tutor

13. Feedback Unassessed exercises to help you see what is expected. (No grade, but comments given.) Do take them seriously! Be active at your weekly tutor meeting. PDP can help you to reflect on your progress

14. PDP PDP = Personal Development Plan It is meant to help you… reflect on your progress think about your study skills and transferable skills prepare for writing CVs, obtaining references and job interviews

15. MMath Seminars Tuesdays Open to all General interest maths seminars See Maths website

16. Questions & Problems If you have questions, the UG office has many answers If you have problems with a module, go to the lecturer If you have other problems, go to your tutor or Level 1 Coordinator or Director of Studies If you want to switch degree course, come to discuss this as soon as possible.

17. Other Support Study skills guide on web (see UG tab on departmental www) Maple (available from Kelly, 31AA04) Additional Learning Support Centre in Library Special arrangements for exams deadline: 2 November 2009 (and 8 March for the Spring Semester) English for FEPS –compulsory for some (will be notified by email/letter) –if interested, email j.bolding Student Care Services

18. Opportunities Exchange schemes –USA: North Texas, Michigan, Cincinnati, North Carolina –Australia: Swinburne –Singapore: Nanyang See www.surrey.ac.uk/exchanges/incoming/partners.htm Professional Placement Year –If in doubt, switch to 4 year programme. UG office has forms –Do take part in CV/job interview workshops

19. Student Representatives Three/four student reps –Involvement: Student-staff liaison committee (1 or 2 times per semester) + lunch Board of Studies (once per semester) –Training and advice provided by University of Surrey (provided by Student Union) –Looks good on CV For details see www.ussu.co.uk/reps

20. Don’t forget Form with personal details to UG office. ( 08AA02 ) Check email, pigeon holes and notice boards regularly. If you need special (exam) arrangements, hand in your special needs form (deadline: 2 Nov.) Booking flights for Christmas asap is a good idea, flying asap is NOT a good idea. Enjoy your time at the University of Surrey!