Managing Research and Learning

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge and Understanding

Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:

• the purpose of the Period Abroad Portfolio
• the tasks which you must undertake in preparation for the period abroad

Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills

Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:

• identify concepts and data relevant to the task in hand
• select, synthesise and focus information from a range of sources in both English and your target language
• think about cultural differences as an asset
• think reflectively about your own research and learning

Subject Specific Practical Skills

Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:

• plan and manage an extended period of residence abroad in one or two countries

Transferable and Generic Skills

Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:

• make effective use of available resources and acknowledge them in your work
• exercise independence and initiative
• adhere to guidelines and deadlines
• plan and organise your learning through self management

In this module you will be made familiar, both in a theoretical and practical way, with all aspects of the period abroad. This will include advice on living in and engaging with foreign cultures and briefing on the Period Abroad Portfolio . You will be made aware of the importance of time management for your work and you will be given advice on how to do this successfully.

Teaching and learning methods

Teaching methods include:

Fortnightly lectures/seminars which will also be available on Blackboard

Independent study

Resources & Reading list

General Resources

Period Abroad guidance on blackboard.

Period Abroad Portfolio guidelines .

Country specific resources on blackboard.

Summative

This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.

Referral

This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.

Repeat

An internal repeat is where you take all of your modules again, including any you passed. An external repeat is where you only re-take the modules you failed.

Repeat Information

Repeat type: Internal & External