1. Access to HE Standardisation Event 2014-15 Science and Engineering Monday 17 th November 2014, 9.30 am

2. Agenda Welcome and introductions Presentation Principles of assessment Assessment Methods Application of GD7 (Quality) Application of GD1 and GD3 Summary of outcomes Post event: Standardisation event report On-line resources

3. QAA regulations for AVAs ‘The AVA takes steps to ensure that consistent standards and requirements for achievement apply on different Access to HE Diplomas, within the AVA and across different student cohorts, and: Where units are available in the same subject area on different courses, it provides opportunities for those involved in Access to HE assessment and moderation to define and compare standards.’

4. Aim of the session To provide opportunities for those involved in the assessment and/or moderation of the Access to HE Diploma (Science and Engineering units) to increase their understanding of assessment and grading requirements.

5. Objectives To undertake activities which enable participants to: Explore the potential use of a range of assessment methods for maths units. Discuss and make decisions as to how GD1, GD 3 and GD7 can be applied to Science and Engineering units. Confirm QAA and One Awards requirements for assessment and grading in maths units