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Model frameworks for CBL project-based degrees


These frameworks may be varied and are not set, and in particular the Major Project may be awarded greater weighting if its content merits this. This will be particularly the case if a greater weighting on research is desired, and this may be expanded as much as is wished. Methods of variation will include the introduction of prior learning and the proposal by the candidate of alternative projects including study through candidate-contracted external providers and candidate-contracted Mentor-based learning assignments of direct relevance to the workplace.

Associate's and bachelor's degrees
The framework is in five parts.

Part 1 - Preliminary - 20 credits
Four monographs of maximum 5,000 words each (excluding ancillary data). These should embrace studies at the freshman level dealing with essential concepts and contexts. It is expected that many students will be able to produce prior learning that will satisfy these requirements.

Part II - Primary - 20 credits
Four monographs of maximum 8,000 words each (excluding ancillary data). These will include additional contextual studies in addition to broadening conceptual knowledge.

Part III - Intermediate - 20 credits
Four monographs of maximum 8,000 words each (excluding ancillary data). At this level concepts will be pursued to a higher level, with the possibility of the introduction of new material that stands at the advanced level of the subject.

At this stage the candidate will have completed an Associate's degree and may either elect to graduate with this degree and complete their studies, or continue studying to earn the Bachelor's degree.

Part IV - Final - 32 credits
Four monographs of maximum 10,000 words each (excluding ancillary data). By now, a high degree of specialism should be evident in accordance with the Learner's interests, and concepts will be put into practice so as to integrate theory, practice and critical assessment.

Part V - Major Project - 28 credits
Major Project (Creative Senior Study) of maximum 30,000 words on a topic approved by the University.

Master's degree
The framework is in five parts.

Part 1 - Preliminary - 4 credits
Four monographs of maximum 8,000 words each (excluding ancillary data). These will form an establishment of the groundwork for master's level study, showing awareness of complex concepts and their application.

Part II - Primary - 4 credits
Four monographs of maximum 10,000 words each (excluding ancillary data). These will show a broadening of skills and knowledge at the master's level, with evidence of independent inquiry and the use of the tools of research.

Part III - Intermediate - 4 credits
Four monographs of maximum 10,000 words each (excluding ancillary data). By now, the Learner will be developing specialisms that illustrate a clear progression from the advanced concepts already established, demonstrating the abilities to collect and analyse data and to draw logical conclusions from this.

Part IV - Final - 4 credits
Four monographs of maximum 12,000 words each (excluding ancillary data). These show the highest level of specialism within the subject and will effectively act as mini-research projects. They may be in areas that will provide support for that chosen for the Major Project.

Part V - Major Project - 19 credits
Major Project (Creative Thesis) of maximum 40,000 words on a topic approved by the University.

Doctoral degree
The framework is in two parts.

Part 1 - Coursework - 36 credits
Four monographs of maximum 20,000 words each (excluding ancillary data). These will demonstrate a capacity for work at the doctoral level, addressing well-defined areas in a critical and analytical manner, with originality of insight evident.

Part II - Creative Dissertation - 84 credits
Major Project (Creative Dissertation) of maximum 50,000 words on a topic approved by the University. This will normally offer an opportunity for original research, though in some cases a critical exposition of existing thought may be acceptable.

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