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Accessibility statement
Some of this module’s study materials are online. Online materials are composed of pages of text with images, audio/video clips of up to 12 minutes (all with transcripts/subtitles) diagrams, interactive media, animations, and multiple choice self-assessed quizzes. Online materials also include links to external resources, online forums and online tutorial rooms. Printed materials are provided for some module content.
This module provides online tutorials. Although not compulsory, attendance at tutorials will help you consolidate your learning.
You’ll be encouraged to work with other students. This includes looking at and commenting on others’ work, and reading and responding to others’ comments on your work. You will not be assessed on these activities.
The study materials contain some diagrams, graphs and photographs. Reading and interpreting these is an important part of the study of this module and is assessed. Figure descriptions are provided for all figures.
This module has tutor-marked assignments, interactive computer-marked assignments and an end-of-module assessment.
You will receive feedback from your tutor on your submitted tutor-marked assignments (TMAs). This will help you to reflect on your TMA performance. You should refer to it to help you prepare for your next assignment.
All University modules are structured according to a set timetable and you will need time-management skills to keep your studies on track. You will be supported in developing these skills.
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