Course guide

MSc / PgDIPINTERNATIONAL ACCOUNTING & FINANCE

Faculty of Business

2010 / 2011

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1.0 Introduction....................................................................................3

2.0 Course Information, Aims and Learning Outcomes..........................32.1 Course Title......................................................................................32.2 Duration of course............................................................................32.3 Rationale and philosophy of the course...........................................32.4 Level of course................................................................................32.5 Entrance requirements......................................................................42.6 Aims for the MSc/PgDip Finance and Accounting..........................42.7 Objectives of the course...................................................................52.8 General Learning Outcomes...........................................................7

3.0 Course Structure and Progression....................................................83.1 Units taught at the Post-graduate Diploma Stage............................83.2 Master’s Degree...............................................................................8

4.0 Summary of Units............................................................................9

5.0 Programme of Teaching and Learning...........................................12

6.0 Assessment.....................................................................................136.1 Postgraduate Diploma....................................................................136.2 Masters...........................................................................................13

7.0 Learning Support for Students.......................................................157.1 Programme level support...............................................................157.2 Central support...............................................................................15

8.0 Contributing To the Development of Your Course........................15

9.0 Contact Details...............................................................................16

10.0 Useful Links for Students...............................................................16

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1.0 Introduction

The information given in this Course Guide may be subject to change. Please check the Course Notice Board and with the Course Administrator for any changes. The Course Guide should be read in conjunction with the London South Bank University Student Handbook for the academic year 2010/2011. The Student Handbook has sections on:

Academic information - academic calendar, regulations, academic misconduct, appeals etc.

Services – library, IT facilities, language, accommodation and sports.

Central Registry administrative services and procedures, fees, grants and loans.

The Student Union.

University Codes on access and security, health and safety, student discipline, student complaints, library and learning resources, information technology, equal opportunities and freedom of speech.

The Student Charter, student support (personal and academic) and the Students’ Advisory Centre.

Other University publications.

The Student Handbook is available on the website at www.lsbu.ac.uk.

Further guidance can be obtained from the Course Director or from the Course Administrator.

2.0 Course Information, Aims and Learning Outcomes

2.1 Course Title

MSc/PgDip International Accounting & Finance.

2.2 Duration of course

The Postgraduate Diploma stage of eight units will be taught over two semesters (full time) and over four semesters (part time). Students may commence in either the first or second semester of an academic year, subject to sufficient demand.

Due completion of the Postgraduate Diploma stage allows progression to the dissertation stage. Full time students submit their dissertation at the end of the semester following progression to the dissertation stage. Part time students submit their dissertation at the end of the second semester following progression to the dissertation stage.

2.3 Rationale and philosophy of the course.

The programme is designed to develop the accounting and finance skills of students, to expose them to the academic aspects of the topics and to encourage the development of research skills. It is aimed primarily at students with existing knowledge of accounting and finance, but who do not have professional accounting qualifications.

2.4 Level of course

This is a ‘Specialist Masters’ degree course.

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2.5 Entrance requirementsApplicants with any of the following qualifications will be considered for admission:

(i) A relevant honours degree ( minimum 2.2) in accounting and finance, business studies or economics,

(ii) Completion of Papers F1 – F9 of the ACCA professional examinations,

(iii) Completion of the Fundamental and Managerial levels of CIMA examinations

(iv) Completion of the professional accountancy qualifications of an overseas accountancy body

(v) Completion of a recognised Diploma in Management

(vi) Other qualifications plus demonstrably relevant business experience.

All applicants must demonstrate proficiency in reading, speaking and writing in the English Language. The entry requirements will be consistent with those for Master’s courses as set out in the University’s Academic Regulations for Taught Programmes - normally at IELTS level 6.5 (or equivalent).

Candidates will not automatically be admitted to the course simply because they satisfy the minimum entry conditions. In addition to the normal entry requirement, Admission Tutors will look for evidence of the following abilities:

Motivation, interest and commitment Communication skills such as the ability to write clearly and in a coherent way and communicate

orally with other people. Ability to manage simultaneously a demanding course of study together with professional and

personal commitments.

Exemptions/Accreditation of Prior Learning

(i) Holders of overseas professional qualifications level will be eligible for exemptions. This will be assessed on case by case basis.

(ii) Holders of professional level papers of the CCAB’s Accounting Bodies will be eligible for exemption on a paper by paper basis

(iii) Holders of the ACCA's Certified Diploma in Financial Management will be exempted from 3 units as follows:International Financial Reporting, Corporate Finance, and Management Accounting

(iv) Holders of UK or Overseas Masters level qualifications may be eligible for exemptions. This will be assessed on a case by case basis.

In all such cases, exemptions will need to be approved in writing by the Course Director

2.6 Aims for the MSc / PgDip International Accounting & Finance

This programme is intended for students who having completed an undergraduate programme in accounting (or closely related degree) wish to extend their knowledge and understanding of accounting and finance primarily through academic study rather than the more technically orientated study of professional accounting qualifications.

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The aims of the programme are to:

Develop critical, analytical problem-based learning skills and other transferable skills to prepare students for research and employment, particularly through the exercise of initiative, personal responsibility and decision making in complex and unpredictable situations.

Develop understanding of accounting and finance through the study of a series of core and elective units.

Provide opportunities for the students to develop their team-working skills and to develop their ability to work independently

Provoke independent learning and critical awareness of current problems and insights informed by emerging thought at the forefront of their field of study.

Enable Masters' graduates to play leading roles in industry, the professions, and public service and in research.

Maintain a learning environment that stimulates the understanding of the subject disciplines and engenders the development of independent thought and critical reflection.

Provide high quality education for the benefit of local, national and international students for employment and research.

2.7 Objectives of the course

2.7.1 Students will acquire knowledge and understanding at Master’s level of:

A1 Accounting in both theoretical and practical professional frameworks

A2 Finance in both theoretical and practical professional frameworks

A3 Corporate Regulation in both theoretical and practical professional frameworks

A4 Identifying a theoretical or applied research problem, setting objectives related to its solution and designing a logical structure for a research project related to the problem.

A5 Identifying appropriate methods of research, techniques and tools useful for the analysis and successful completion of a research focused dissertation

A6 Demonstrating the ability to respond well to the realities and complexities of empirical research – particularly as to sourcing, collection, analysis and interpretation of data

A7 Problem solving and decision making skills

A8 Analysing and presenting research results

A9 Demonstrating a depth of knowledge and critical understanding of a specialist area that goes beyond final year undergraduate level, usually building upon the discipline of their undergraduate degree or professional qualification

A10 Evaluate and critically appraise thinking at the forefront of professional practice in accounting, finance and corporate regulation

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Teaching and Learning StrategiesThe acquisition of the knowledge and understanding required is attained through a combination of lead lectures; tutor-led seminars; problem-based learning scenarios; coursework and projects. The student is encouraged throughout the course to undertake independent reading both to supplement and consolidate what is being taught and to broaden their individual knowledge and understanding of the subject.

They are encouraged to enhance their knowledge of some subjects through the availability of Computer Assisted Learning.

AssessmentTesting of knowledge and understanding is through a combination of unseen written examinations and assessed coursework including essays, presentations, reports, research methods proposal and dissertation.

2.7.2 Skills and other attributes

Students will develop their intellectual skills such that they are able to:

B1 Gather, organise and use evidence, data and information from primary sources.

B2 Identify, investigate, analyse, formulate and advocate solutions to problems.

B3 Evaluate critically current research, advanced scholarship and other developments in accounting, finance and corporate regulation.

B4 Understand techniques applicable to their own area of interest and research

Teaching and Learning StrategiesIntellectual skills are developed through the teaching and learning programme outlined above. Analysis and problem-solving skills are further developed through examples and seminar teaching. The requirements of the coursework concentrate the mind of the students on exercising these skills during the course. Feedback is provided to students on all work produced.

AssessmentThe intellectual skills are assessed in the unseen examinations in the various unit courseworks, the research proposal and the dissertation, which give the students the opportunity to demonstrate them.

2.7.3 Practical skills

Students will acquire and develop practical skills in Accounting and Finance such that they are ableto:

C1 Critically evaluate current research and advanced scholarship in their field of enquiry

C2 Evaluate methodologies of research

C3 Propose hypotheses

C4 Deal with complex issues both systematically and creatively

C5 Make sound judgements in the absence of complete data

C6 Communicate conclusions clearly

C7 Apply established techniques of research and enquiry to create and interpret knowledge

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C8 Demonstrate self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems

C9 Act autonomously in planning and implementing tasks

Teaching and Learning StrategiesPractical skills are developed throughout the teaching and learning programmes through a mixture of lectures, seminars and problem-based scenarios. All students are given advice on how to locate and use material available in libraries, on the web and elsewhere.

AssessmentPractical skills are primarily assessed through coursework and in particular the research proposal and dissertation.

2.7.4 Transferable skills

Students will acquire and develop transferable skills such that they are able to:

D1 Exercise initiative and personal responsibility

D2 Exercise decision making in complex and unpredictable situations

D3 Demonstrate independent learning ability

D4 Demonstrate written communications skills

D5 Demonstrate oral presentation skills

D6 Demonstrate analytical and problem solving skills

D7 Work in a team

D8 Demonstrate initiative self-organisation and time management

Teaching and Learning StrategiesTransferable skills are developed throughout the teaching and learning programme outlined above. Feedback is given on oral presentations, written coursework and groupwork. Other skills are developed throughout the Course as a natural part of its progression.

AssessmentTransferable skills are assessed primarily by coursework, research proposal and dissertation, but also by unseen examination.

2.8 General Learning Outcomes

It is considered that a combination of a London South Bank University Master’s degree and undergraduate accounting qualification will make graduates readily employable in positions in Accounting and Finance not only in the United Kingdom, but throughout the world. It is also anticipated that some students will consider embarking on higher research and entering academic life.

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3.0 Course Structure and Progression

The programme is offered in full-time and part-time study modes over one year (plus dissertation) full-time and two years (plus dissertation) part-time. The PgDip stage is taught, while the Dissertation stage is essentially research focused. Students are required to complete five core PgDip units and three from a list of options to be able to progress to the Dissertation stage.

To be eligible for the master’s degree, students must appropriately complete eight units at the PgDip stage (one of which must be the Research Methods unit) and the Master’s dissertation unit. PgDip units are 15 CAT points; the Dissertation unit is 60 CAT points.

The Dissertation itself provides the student with the opportunity to, virtually independently, apply knowledge, techniques and skills acquired throughout the course, to design and carry out research into an area of accounting and/or finance of personal interest.

An appropriate academic is appointed as the Dissertation supervisor so as to offer limited guidance and constructive advice on the preparation of each dissertation.

Full information on the unit will be provided when students successfully complete the Research Methods and Methodology unit.

Full time students submit their dissertation at the end of the semester following progression to the dissertation stage. Part time students submit their dissertation at the end of the second semester following progression to the dissertation stage.

3.1 Units taught at the Post-graduate Diploma Stage

PgDip Stage (S1 = Semester 1. S2 = Semester 2)

Core units:Advanced Investment Analysis S2Corporate Finance S1International Financial Reporting S1Management Accounting & Taxation S1Research Methods and Methodology S2

The Research Methods unit prepares the student for the exercise of writing the Master’s dissertation, providing a critical understanding of alternative methods and approaches of conducting research that may be required when writing the dissertation that follows.

Full information on the unit will be provided by the Unit Leader in the Unit Guide

Option units.The following options are usually (but not necessarily) offered:

Bank Lending & Credit Risk, S2Bank Value and Performance, S2Corporate Governance Theories & Issues, S1Corporate Law, S2Corporate Management & Strategy, S1Financial Derivatives, S2Financial Management of International Business, S1 (Part Time) S2 (Full Time)Institutional Fund Management, S2International Banking, S2Introduction to International Taxation, S2Islamic Finance, S2

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4.0 Summary of Units

Core units

Advanced Investment Analysis (MAC-M-130)

Approaches to asset allocation, security analysis tools, practices of fund managers, international portfolio diversification, international CAPM.

Assessment weighted 40% coursework, 60% exam.

Corporate Finance (MAC-M-107)

Capital investment appraisal, capital structure, sources of finance, business expansion, working capital management, international aspects of corporate finance, pensions, insurance and risk.

Assessment 100% coursework.

International Financial Reporting ( MAC 7 IFR)

Interpretation of financial reports, appreciation of International Financial Reporting Standards.

Assessment 100% coursework.

Management Accounting & Taxation (MAC-M-116)

Aspects of management accounting including relevant costing, decision making, alternative methods of dealing with overheads, costing schemes appropriate to different industries and the impact of corporation taxation on companies.

Assessment weighted 50% presentation, 50% examination.

Research Methods and Methodology (MCS-M-155)

Research and research techniques, making and defending a research proposal, research strategy, finishing and assessing research

Assessment 100% by circa 5,000 word research proposal.

Dissertation (MAC-M-131)

To be written in an area appropriate to accounting and/or finance.

Assessment 100% by circa 20,000 word dissertation.

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Options

Bank Lending & Credit Risk (MAC-M-204)

This unit is concerned with the use and management of bank credit from the perspectives of both the borrower and the lender. While the main emphasis will be on the corporate borrower, small business and personal lending will also be covered. The course content could be classified into three parts:

a) The theory of bank lending and managing credit riskb) Practicalities of bank lendingc) Regulatory and Market responses to bank lending and the related credit risk.

Assessment 100% examination.

Bank Value and Performance (MAC-M-205)

This unit covers the maximisation function in a bank through performance analysis using different methodologies.

Assessment 100% coursework.

Corporate Governance Theories & Issues (MAC-M-118)

This unit will provide students with an insight into modern day corporate governance issues. It will illustrate the origins of the current high profile debate and give students an insight into the major reports that have been published on the subject, together with an exposure to the related organisational and ethical issues, which face corporate governors of today.

Assessment weighted 50% group project and presentation and 50% individual coursework.

Corporate Law (MAC-M-140)

An introduction to the general principles of corporate law, the nature and constitution of companies as well as the relationships between the board of directors, shareholders and employees, legal requirements relating to share and loan capital, corporate failure, different treatments afforded to public companies by legislation is also highlighted, as is the impact of EU legislation.

Assessment weighted 50% coursework, 50% exam.

Corporate Management & Strategy (MAC-M-125)

Management and strategic processes focusing on improving organisational performance over the long term. Strategic analysis and formulation, emphasis on the development of a critical awareness of their strategic context within a wide range of organisations, including not-for-profit, small businesses and multinational corporations, how governance and ethical issues influence outcomes.

Assessment - Coursework (Report and Oral Presentation) and 2 hour examination.

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Financial Derivatives (MAC-M-209)

The focus of the unit is to provide students with a detailed understanding of both the nature and use of financial derivatives. The coverage will include the major types of derivative instruments, including forwards, futures, options, hybrids and swaps. The major markets within which derivative instruments are available will also be considered and examined; these include the equity, money market, fixed interest, currency and credit markets. Unit coverage will include the use of derivative instruments for trading, hedging and arbitrage purposes. This should ideally be studied after the completion of Financial Management of International Business

Assessment weighted 30% coursework, 70% exam.

Financial Management of International Business (MFI-M-100)

Fundamentals of financial management applied to international operations, foreign exchange market, derivatives, managing interest rate risk and international cash management, financing international trade, long term financing and sources of capital, foreign investment decisions.

Assessment weighted 30% coursework, 70% exam.

Institutional Fund Management (MAC-M-207)

This unit covers the types of assess; portfolio theory; mean-variance analysis and CAPM; domestic and international portfolio diversification; asset allocation and stock selection; portfolio performance measurement; the nature and characteristics of UK investment institutions and their regulation.

Assessment 100% coursework.

International Banking (MFI-M-111)

Financial intermediation, changes in the financial environment, commercial and investment banking, trends and operations, risks and regulation of financial institutions.

Assessment weighted 50% coursework, 50% exam.

Introduction to International Taxation (MAC-3-IIT )

Overview of the International taxation on companies, their shareholders and employees, how corporate businesses and individuals are taxed, the economics of taxation and tax planning strategies to defer or minimise tax liabilities, ethical issues in relation to professional conduct in taxation.

Assessment weighted 40% coursework, 60% exam.

Islamic Finance

Traditional Islamic Finance is based on the concept of interest-free transactions. Riba, which means “Interest”, is strictly forbidden under Islamic Shahria (Islamic Jurisprudence). This unit will look at reasons for Islamic Finance in the UK and assess the viability and performance of Islamic Finance products using traditional tools of performance measure and evaluation on a risk-adjusted basis.

Assessment weighted 50% coursework, 50% exam.

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5.0 Programme of Teaching and Learning

The eight PgDip units (including the Research Methods & Methodology unit) are taught, while the Dissertation is essentially self-managed with some limited strategic guidance provided by an academic.

In the taught units, lectures will be employed to introduce concepts and impart the theory that underpins and facilitates an informed approach to learning. Classes are three hours and would usually be a combination of lecture and discussion of seminar questions.

A consistent emphasis on background reading will encourage students to reflect on and extend the scope of their learning, and develop the ability to discuss issues in both specialised and applied areas. Students will be introduced to the use of appropriate information technology for academic research.

The course lays emphasis on self-managed study to ensue that the student develops the ability to evaluate and defend an argument independently, after collecting and analysing the necessary supporting data, and synthesising various different strands of thought.

The further development of ‘soft’ skills is important for the student, not only to study effectively, but also to achieve success in their future careers. The course will seek to ensure that all students build on and refine their existing oral and written communication skills, they will also improve their computer skills. They will also be expected to develop their abilities to work with others as student presentations are required in some units.

The units in the programme are taught by suitably qualified and specialist members of the academic staff within the Faculty of Business, Computing and Information Management.

Teaching and learning strategies are detailed in the relevant unit guides.

To support the lecturing and learning activities students should:

Consider purchasing core texts as detailed in each unit guide, but at the very least ensure that they have read appropriate parts of these texts.

Make use of the library, media and computing facilities available within the Faculty and University.

Associate their academic work with current issues by reading widely in appropriate newspapers and periodicals.

Attend seminars, guest lecturers and conferences on issues related to their subjects.

Make most use of their seminar time by preparing questions where appropriate.

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6.0 Assessment

6.1 Postgraduate Diploma

The PgDip requires students to study units that carry a total credit value of 120 points; no more than 30 points may be at Level 3, with the remainder at Level 7. In this programme the 120 points are made up of 8 standard units of 15 points each, all at Level 7. Each unit is separately assessed on the basis of defined learning outcomes, either by an examination, by coursework, or by a mixture of the two.

In order to pass a unit a student is required to achieve a mark of at least 50%. Where there is more than one element of assessment (e.g. course work and examination), the student must at least achieve the minimum threshold mark for each element (normally 40%) and the weighted average mark for all the elements must be at least 50%.

A student who appropriately completes eight taught units will be eligible for the award of PgDip. A student who passes all the eight units with an average mark of 70% or above may be awarded a PgDip with Distinction.

A student who passes 7 units may, at the discretion of the Board of Examiners, still receive the award provided his/her performance in the failed unit meets the criteria laid down in an approved protocol.

A student who fails no more than 3 units may, at the discretion of the Board of Examiners, attempt to make good the failures before the start of the next academic year and, if successful, receive the award. A student who fails more than 3 units will normally be permitted to make good the failures in the following year; in such a case the student will be required to attend the failed units and to complete all the assessments associated with these units. Where a student successfully makes good a failure the mark recorded for the unit will be 50%.

The award of PgCert will be made to recognise the achievement of students who are unable to complete all eight taught PgDip units but who successfully complete at least four taught units.

The Board of Examiners does reserve the right to require a student who has failed more than 3 units to withdraw from the course.

6.2 Masters

The Masters degree requires students to study units that carry a total credit value of 180 points; no more than 30 points may be at Level 3, with the remainder at Level 7. In this programme the 180 points are normally made up of 8 standard units of 15 points each and a dissertation unit of 60 points. Each unit is separately assessed on the basis of defined learning outcomes, either by an examination, by coursework, or by a mixture of the two.

In order to pass a unit a student is required to achieve a mark of at least 50%. Where there is more than one element of assessment (e.g. course work and examination), the student must at least achieve the minimum threshold mark for each element (normally 40%) and the weighted average mark for all the elements must be at least 50%.

The programme includes a progression point between the taught part and the dissertation. A student who passes all 8 taught units will be allowed to progress to the dissertation. A student who passes 7 units may, at the discretion of the Board of Examiners, still be allowed to progress provided his/her performance in the failed unit meets the criteria laid down in an approved protocol.

A student who fails no more than 3 units may, at the discretion of the Board of Examiners, attempt to make good the failures before the start of the next academic year and, if successful, progress to the dissertation stage.

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A student who fails more than 3 units will normally be permitted to make good the failures in the following year; in such a case the student will be required to attend the failed units and to complete all the assessments associated with these units. Where a student successfully makes good a failure the mark recorded for the unit will be 50%.

A student who passes 8 units, including at least 6 at Level 7, and who is unable to continue his/her studies, may be awarded the PgDip. A student who passes 7 units and who is unable to continue his/her studies may, at the discretion of the Board of Examiners, still be allowed to receive the award of PgDip provided his/her performance in the failed unit meets the criteria laid down in an approved protocol. The award of PgDip with Distinction may be made when the student has a weighted average mark across all units comprising the award of 70% or above.

The Board of Examiners does reserve the right to require a student who has failed more than 3 units to withdraw from the course.

A student who passes the dissertation unit will receive the award of the Masters degree.

A student with an overall weighted average of 70% or above across all units of the programme will be awarded the Masters degree with Distinction.

A student with an overall weighted average of 60% or above across all units of the programme will be awarded the Masters degree with Merit.

A student who fails the dissertation may, at the discretion of the Board of Examiners, be permitted to re-submit and, if successful, be awarded the Masters degree. Where a student successfully makes good this failure the mark recorded for the dissertation unit will be 50%. A student who is not successful in the dissertation will be awarded the PgDip.

Assessment of units

Assessment of units (other than Research Methods and Dissertation units) is carried out by a mix of coursework and examination with weightings as detailed in the respective unit guides. Coursework provides an opportunity to use innovative assessment techniques and to develop communication and interpersonal skills alongside technical skills. It also provides an opportunity to monitor student progress during the course, highlighting any difficulties at an early stage.

Examination papers will be of three hours duration and unseen.

The Research Methods unit will be assessed by the submission of a Dissertation Proposal of circa 5,000 words. The proposal is to be developed as a planning document in order to give focus to the dissertation to be written later as a further requirement for the master’s degree.

The Dissertation unit is assessed by the submission of a Master’s level dissertation of circa 20,000 words. It is to be written in an area appropriate to International Accounting and / or Finance.

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7.0 Learning Support for Students

The University places a high priority on providing support for students. This support is provided by a combination of services, both centrally in the University and locally at the programme level. Much of the support focuses on developing students' skills to enhance their performance on the programme and to facilitate their transition to employment.

7.1 Programme level support

Prospective students are offered open days and evenings throughout the year. All new students attend an induction presentation. Students are offered guidance and support from the course director, unit leaders, dissertation supervisors, course administrators and the Student Support Office.

The Perry Library has over 300,000 volumes with stock matched to academic needs. Access to journals and newspapers may be obtained on-line through the Learning & Information Services web site. Students can access libraries at other institutions through the M25 scheme.

The Learning Resource Centre is a modern, open-access computing and audio-visual resource centre. It contains almost 500 networked workstations that are fully compatible with the London Road computer laboratories and provide technology-based teaching and learning resources such as videos, cable and satellite TV. Each student has an account with Internet access, e-mail and access to central computing resources.

7.2 Central support

The University's Learning and Development Centre (LDC) aims to support students' learning and personal development. It provides a wide range of personal and academic services to students and works with other departments and faculties in the University to ensure that the services offered meet the needs of students. All services are based on the main campus in Southwark. In addition some services also operate at Wandsworth Road and/or the Essex campus. Some services are provided in the evening. Information about all services is included on the University's website.

The services available include:Core skills provision - classes, workshops and drop-in sessions to help students develop and enhance their academic reading and writing skills, study skills, basic maths, English language (for students whose first language is not English)

Jobshop - a service to enable students to find part-time, temporary one-off and vacation work while they are studying.

Careers guidance - drop-in sessions and interviews to discuss any aspect of career planning and taking career decisions, discuss CVs or prepare for a job interview.

Personal development and advice - advisory service to discuss personal concerns or difficulties during their programme which might affect their personal development and academic performance; support for students with disabilities including dedicated dyslexia support; chaplaincy to provide confidential pastoral care.

8.0 Contributing To the Development of Your Course

A course board is held for the course at least once each semester. This is an opportunity for the students to meet formally with the course team and discuss the course and its component elements. Students are referred to the Student Handbook for further information.

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Student representatives will be chosen by the students on each cohort and will be expected to be the conduit for discussion about the operation of the course. Individual students however should feel free to raise points with the Course Director at any time.

9.0 Contact Details

Course Director:

David OakesRoom LR 309oakesd@lsbu.ac.uk020 7815 7786

Course Administrator:

Yasmin NessaRoom LR 105nessay@lsbu.ac.uk 020 7815 7487

10.0 Useful Links for Students

Current Student Gateway:http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/current.student/

Central ServicesAcademic Regulations: http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/current.student/assessmentExaminations.htmlAccommodation Office: http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/housing/Administration Records (links to academic calendars; withdrawal forms; changing names; references; transcripts etc): http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/current.student/administrationRecords.htmlFees: http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/fees/howToPay.htmlStudents' Union: http://dev.lsbsu.org/Useful Forms and Publications (including Student Handbook): http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/current.student/formsPublications.html

IT Services:Set up your IT account: http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/selfservice/Blackboard: http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/bb/Email: http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/email/IT Resources: http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/current.student/ITResources.html

Centre for Learning, Support & Development:Library Services: http://www.lisa.lsbu.ac.uk/Exam Paper Finder: http://www.lisa.lsbu.ac.uk/008_dbresources/exams(wam).htmUnit Guide Finder: http://www.lisa.lsbu.ac.uk/008_dbresources/uguides(wam).htm

Student Advice and Guidance: http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/careers/Disability Dyslexia Support: http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/caxton/lsu/index.htmlSkills for Learning: http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/caxton/studyskills/index.htmlStudent Advice & Guidance:http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/caxton/pdau/index.html

Faculties:AHS: http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/ahs/students/BCIM: http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/bcim/intranet/students/ESBE: http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/esbe/timetables/HSC: http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/health/

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