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Faculty of Humanities and Business Student Handbook 2022 MASTER OF DESIGN LEVEL 9 MA4406 Disclaimer The information contained in this handbook replaces all information contained in any previous handbook and is intended as a guide only. UCOL is committed to innovation and continuous improvement, and reserves the right to change any aspect(s) of the programme. This may affect the currency of the information contained in this handbook, e.g. • Programme location • Lecture times • Staff • Other matters
Contents COVID-19 ................................................................................................................................................. 3 Quick Links .............................................................................................................................................. 4 Welcome ................................................................................................................................................. 7 Staff ......................................................................................................................................................... 8 Programme Information ......................................................................................................................... 9 Programme Assessment ....................................................................................................................... 15 Pathway Diagrams ................................................................................................................................ 19 Student Responsibilities........................................................................................................................ 20 Appendix 1 – Study Contract ................................................................................................................ 21 Appendix 2 – Request for Extension ..................................................................................................... 22 Appendix 3 – Request for Reconsideration of Result ........................................................................... 23 Appendix 4 – Request for Resubmit / Resit .......................................................................................... 24 Faculty of Humanities and Business - Student Handbook 2022 MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 2
COVID-19
Following our consultation last year, UCOL has implemented a COVID-19 vaccination mandate from 1
February 2022. You can read it at www.ucol.ac.nz/covid-19
Our Policy requires all ākonga (students), kaimahi (staff, contractors), and manuhiri (visitors) to be
fully vaccinated or have a Ministry of Health medical exemption in order to come onto all UCOL
campuses/sites. The Policy does not apply to secondary school students, including U-Skills students
(per the Ministry of Education’s regulation). Ākonga studying completely online or by distance do not
need to be vaccinated to study, but they are only allowed to come to campus to access disability and
health services.
We all need to do our part to make our campuses a safer place. While you’re on campus please:
• Stay home if you are sick – If you’re feeling unwell, isolate wherever you are and call Healthline
on 0800 358 5453. If you get a COVID-19 test, please inform your lecturer and
healthinfo@ucol.ac.nz who will keep this information confidential. Please remain at home
until after you’ve received a negative result, and your symptoms have cleared.
• Show your Vaccine Pass when asked.
• Use the COVID Tracer app – UCOL has QR codes displayed at all entrances, please scan in using
the COVID Tracer app.
• Follow any regulations in place for the traffic light setting we are in. These will be shared with
you via email, and on campus’ display screens.
• Wear a mask – these are compulsory and should be used while indoors and moving around
campus spaces (unless you have a medical exemption card).
• Follow good personal hygiene protocols – these include:
o Washing and drying your hands often, especially after coughing or sneezing.
o Using soap or hand sanitiser.
o Covering coughs or sneezes with tissues or your elbow.
o Placing used tissues in rubbish bins or in a plastic bag.
o Avoiding touching your face.
o Tidy up after yourself, especially if you’ve been eating and drinking.
If you have any COVID-19 related questions, or you need to inform UCOL about anything COVID-19
related, please speak with your lecturer and email our Health & Safety team at healthinfo@ucol.ac.nz.
No matter what the year throws at us, we will make every attempt to find ways to make your study
happen. We guarantee we will keep you as safe as possible by providing support services, thorough
and regular cleaning of our campuses, and by setting up our learning spaces to meet social distancing
requirements. We will keep you informed as the public health situation changes.
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MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 3Quick Links Student Intranet You can access the UCOL student intranet at Student Intranet to find the most up to date policies, procedures, guidelines and forms. These are located in Policies and Procedures under UCOL Info. The Academic Statute and Student Discipline Statute (Non-academic), two important documents that set out the main rules and processes you need to be aware of, can be found under Related Documents to the left of the Policies and Procedures page. Outstanding Fees All fees are due to be paid in full by the first day teaching starts. Students who have not paid all of their fees (including outstanding library fines or other debts with UCOL) will not be eligible to graduate. See Academic Statute. Computer Suites The computer facilities provided by UCOL are available to every enrolled student. Your password is the key to your account. Never share your login and password details with anyone else. You will also be held responsible for any activities that take place under this account name. Further information about computer use at UCOL can be found on the Information Technology page. See Computer Use Policy. Student ID Cards Your student ID card helps you access certain rooms, borrow library equipment and other important functions. You can obtain your ID card from the Information Centre. Printing and Photocopying Printers and photocopiers are operated from your student ID card. The cost of using them is deducted from your account. You can top up your credit at the Information Centre and check your balance at Print Credit. Internet Access Instructions for internet access at UCOL are available at Connect to UCOL. Car Parking Car parks are provided for UCOL students and staff only. For Palmerston North car parks, all vehicles must be registered and display a current year UCOL car parking sticker. This sticker can be obtained at the Information Centre. Further information is available on the Car Parking Information page. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) acknowledges what you have learned from other programmes and qualifications, life experiences, work experiences, training programmes and workshops and measures this against the requirements of the programme you are enrolled in. You can be awarded credit towards a qualification if you can satisfactorily demonstrate that your prior qualifications and experience reaches the required standard. You should apply within two weeks of starting the course. See Recognition of Prior Learning Procedure and Recognition of Prior Learning Application Form. Faculty of Humanities and Business - Student Handbook 2022 MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 4
Student Support
Student support is available to help you succeed. Possible types of support include:
Health services
Disability support
Learning services
Maori education support
Scholarships and financial hardship support
Library resources
More information on how to access this support is provided on the student intranet on the Learning &
Study and Health Matters pages.
Concerns and Complaints
Please refer to the Student Complaints Policy and Student Concerns and Complaints Procedure for
information on how you can raise a concern or complaint and the process that follows.
Health and Safety
We all have a responsibility to maintain a safe, healthy work and study environment. See Student
Health and Safety Obligations Policy and Student Health and Emergency Procedure.
Smoking, Drugs and Alcohol
For the safety and well-being of yourself and others, UCOL has policies regarding smoking, drugs and
alcohol.
Smoking is not permitted on any UCOL campus or facility. This smoke free policy applies 7 days a week,
24 hours a day. See Smoke Free Policy.
You may be excluded from class or any UCOL activity if a staff member considers you are under the
influence of drugs/substances. This may lead to suspension from your programme and even to having
your enrolment cancelled. The Police may be notified of any illegal activity related to the use or
possession of drugs or substances. See Drug and Alcohol Policy.
You may be excluded from class or any UCOL related activity if a staff member believes you are under
the influence of alcohol. See Drug and Alcohol Policy.
Withdrawal
Before you decide to withdraw from your programme, you should talk to staff on your programme.
Remember, if you are having difficulties with your programme there are ways UCOL can help you. If
you do decide to withdraw, you must complete a Change of Details/Circumstances Form. These can be
obtained from the Information Centre.
Fee Refunds – Domestic Students
The rules for fee refunds if you withdraw are outlined in the Admission & Enrolment Guide and Student
Fee Refund Procedure.
Fee Refunds – International Students
Please refer to the International Student Fees and Refunds Procedure for more information about fee
refunds for international students.
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MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 5International Students International Student Support can help international students with any questions they might have. Further information is available on the International Students page. See International Students Procedure. Whānau Room All three campuses have a whanau room or marae facility. The whanau room is a space for all UCOL students, where principles of whanaungatanga, whakaruruhau, oranga, akonga, matauranga and hapainga I te reo Māori me ona tikanga are fostered and nurtured. Building Access, Whanganui Campus 08.00 a.m. – 10.00 p.m. Monday to Friday No pin required unless after these hours when a pin number would be needed and this would have to have prior approval from the Executive Dean. 8.00 a.m. – 05.00 p.m. Saturday to Sunday Card access. Faculty of Humanities and Business - Student Handbook 2022 MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 6
Welcome Welcome to the Master of Design programme within the Creative Programmes at UCOL Whanganui. We hope you enjoy your time with us. This programme handbook is accessible on-line. It is designed to give you most of the information you may require to successfully complete your programme. The programme handbook covers the programme content and rules, relevant Academic Board Statute sections and provides information on the student support services. However, should you still have questions regarding your study etc., please do not hesitate to contact your lecturers. The Master of Design programme offered at UCOL is designed to help you develop a broad range of market based skills for employment. A large part of the programme is self-directed, and to gain full benefit from the programme you should allow at least 20 hours per week outside studio time to complete assignments. UCOL is committed to providing flexible teaching and a student-centred learning environment. Within the boundaries of timetable commitments and available resources, you will be encouraged to take full advantage of open access to the facilities and resources to explore the ways in which you learn best. The lecturers endeavour to provide an open and flexible atmosphere where you will achieve to your potential and become an independent life-long learner. They will give on-going feedback on your progress throughout the programme. We hope you find your time at UCOL challenging and rewarding, and wish you every success with your study. Victoria Campbell ACADEMIC PORTFOLIO MANAGER Creative Media, Art and Design February 2018 Faculty of Humanities and Business - Student Handbook 2022 MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 7
Staff
EXECUTIVE DEAN
Dean Rankin
ACADEMIC PORTFOLIO MANAGER
Creative Media, Arts and Design
Victoria Campbell
Phone: 06 952 7001 ext 70208
Email: v.campbell@ucol.ac.nz
LECTURER LECTURER
Dr Kathryn Wightman Andrea du Chatenier
Phone: 06 952 7001 ext 62156 Phone: 06 952 7001 ext 62275
Email: k.wightman@ucol.ac.nz Email: A.duChatenier@ucol.ac.nz
LECTURER LECTURER
Debbie Hahn Cecelia Kumeroa
Phone: 06 952 7001 ext 61380 Phone: 06 952 7001 Ext 60869
Email: d.hahn@ucol.ac.nz Email: c.kumeroa@ucol.ac.nz
LECTURER LECTURER
Andres Salinas Stephanie West
Phone: 06 952 7001 ext 61385 Phone: 06 952 7001 ext 63892
Email: a.salinas@ucol.ac.nz Mobile: 022 068 7118
Email: S.L.West@ucol.ac.nz
Technician
Dave Marshall
Workshop C-1-31 Phone: 06 952 7001 ext 61382
Equipment Checkout C-1-06 Phone: 06 952 7001 ext 61582
Email: d.marshall@ucol.ac.nz
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MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 8Programme Information Length The Master of Design, Level 9 comprises 180 credits, of which 120 credits are at Level 8 and 60 at Level 9. This programme is offered over 51 teaching weeks (17 weeks in each Semester) plus 9 holiday weeks. It consists of a minimum of three semesters of study. Students commence the programme at the beginning a semester. The programme may be undertaken on a full-time or part-time basis. Completion of the programme is required within 5 years of the date of first enrolment. Start/Finish Dates 2022 Semester One Term 1 14 February to 14 April (15 April – Easter Monday) Mid-semester break 18 April to 29 April Term 2 02 May to 23 June (24 June – Matariki) Semester Two Term 3 18 July to 16 September Mid-semester break 19 September to 2 October Term 4 3 October to 25 November Holiday Semester One Good Friday 15 April Easter Monday 18 April Easter Tuesday 19 April Anzac Day 25 April (observed on Monday 26 April) Queen’s Birthday 6 June Matariki 24 June Semester Two Labour Day 24 October Timetable The timetable can be found on the UCOL internal web site at: Student Timetables Faculty of Humanities and Business - Student Handbook 2022 MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 9
CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2022 (May be subject to change).
UCOL
Programme Weeks WKS
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
Week 1 8
14 Feb – 18 Feb
Week 2 9
21 Feb – 25 Feb
Week 3 10
28 Feb – 4 March
Week 4 11
7 March – 11 March
Week 5 12
14 March – 18 March
Week 6 13
21 March – 25 March
Week 7 14
28 March – 1 April
Week 8 15
4 April – 8 April
Week 9 16
Good Friday
11 April – 15 April
18 April – 22 April 17 Easter Monday UCOL Day School Holidays
25 April – 29 April 18 ANZAC DAY School Holidays
Week 10 19
2 May – 6 May
Week 11 20
9 May – 13 May
Week 12 21
16 May – 20 May
Week 13 22
23 May – 27 May
Week 14 23
30 May – 3 June
Week 15 24
Queen's Birthday
Holiday
6 June – 10 June
Week 16 25
13 June – 17 June
Week 17 26 Matariki
20 June – 24 June Public Holiday
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MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 1027 June – 1 July 27
4 July – 8 July 28
11 July – 15 July 29 School Holidays
Week 18 30 School
Holidays
18 July – 22 July
Week 19 31
25 July – 29 July
Week 20 32
1 Aug – 5 Aug
Week 21 33
8 Aug – 12 Aug
Week 22 34
15 Aug – 19 Aug
Week 23 35
22 Aug – 26 Aug
Week 24 36
29 Aug – 1 Sept
Week 25 37
5 Sept – 9 Sept
Week 26 38
12 Sept – 16 Sept
19 Sept – 23 Sept 39
26 Sept – 2 Oct 40
Week 27 41 School
Holidays
3 Oct – 7 Oct
Week 28 42 School
Holidays
10 Oct – 14 Oct
Week 29 43
17 Oct – 21 Oct
Week 30 44 Labour Day
Holiday
24 Oct – 28 Oct
Week 31 45
31 Oct – 4 Nov
Week 32 46
7 Nov – 11 Nov
Week 33 47
14 Nov – 18 Nov
Week 34 48
21 Nov – 25 Nov
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MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 11Table 2.9 Showing Planned Programme Structure: Master of Design, Level 9
Entry Lecturer
Assessment Information Supported Independent
Code Title Level Trimester Credits
Methodology (pre/co- Learning Learning Hours
requisites) Hours
All of the following 5 courses are COMPULSORY
Advanced Methodologies for Not applicable
82.850 Achievement 8 1 30 68 232
Design Research
82.851 Development Studio Achievement Not applicable 8 1 30 68 232
P 82.850 or
82.852 Creative Thinking Achievement 8 2 30 68 232
82.850
P 82.850 or
82.800
82.853 Studio Project Achievement 8 2 30 68 232
P 82.851 or
82.803
Dissertation and P 82.853 or
82.900 Achievement 9 3 60 120 480
Implementation 82.823
TOTAL 180 392 1408
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MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 12Aims
The programme is offered within the School of Creative Industries, an environment in which students
are encouraged to achieve excellence within their discipline areas and ultimately make a personal
contribution to the cultural and economic life of New Zealand.
To achieve this, staff are committed to helping students:
Realise personal potential
Achieve a professional standard of work
Be aware of industry standards
Gain the technical skills necessary for their creative expression
Develop their individual aesthetic and technical skills
Develop effective research and analytical skills
Graduation Requirements
Students are required to gain 180 credits of which 120 credits are at level 8 and 60 credits at level 9.
Refer to Table 2.9 for full details and credit requirements to successfully achieve the Master of Design
Qualification.
Off-Campus Learning
At times your lecturer may wish to take the class to an exhibition or workshop that will be beneficial to
your learning and creative development.
UCOL has systems in place to ensure your safety and welfare. Any documentation related to the safety
of the off-campus activity will be forwarded to you prior to the event.
Student Learning Off-Campus Procedure
Student Work Experience and Off-campus Learning Policy
Student Work Experience Procedure
Health and Safety
All matters related to issues of health and safety are detailed in the Student Handbook, and included in
and referred to as part of the programme orientation activities.
Health and safety information and requirements that are specific to a particular course or learning
environment will be provided to students before they commence the course and its learning activities.
Students are informed of UCOL health and safety policy and requirements, including the responsibility
that students have for their own health and safety and those around them, and they are required to
follow UCOL health and safety guidelines at all times.
Students may engage in educational visits that are related to the learning outcomes of the programme.
When educational visits occur, students are specifically briefed with regard to their responsibility for
their own health and safety and the health and safety of those around them in the context of the
learning activity. All off-campus learning activities are conducted in accordance with UCOL policies and
procedures.
Refer also to Student Health and Emergency Procedure and Student Health and Safety Obligations
Policy.
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MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 13Programme Materials and Costs All materials and textbooks needed to complete this paper will be accessible through Moodle, Safari or the UCOL library. Note: All equipment and books belonging to UCOL must be returned and debts settled before you can receive your certificate. Textbooks There will be additional equipment lists for various courses, and this information will be provided to you by your lecturer. The School may be able to assist you with sourcing these. Note: All equipment and books belonging to the UCOL must be returned and debts settled before you can receive your results. Staff Studios Lecturer availability will be communicated within each paper’s course outline booklet. Lecturers are contactable via phone or email. There is a phone list available in the corridor outside the lifts on the second floor in E Block with staff contact details. It is recommended that you make an appointment either by phone or email to see a staff member whenever possible. Student Studios There are designated study and work areas set aside for students, and many of these have computers and printers. When using these spaces you must be able to produce your ID card at all times, be considerate of others and abide by the rules for student studio use – including keeping noise to a minimum. All users of UCOL computing and network facilities are expected to act responsibly and to respect the rights of others. If you are found using the computers or internet for illegal purposes, accessing or forwarding offensive material or emails, submitting another person’s work as your own, or involving yourself in any other unacceptable use, you may have your log-on removed or be subject to other disciplinary actions. Student Check Out of Equipment Dave Marshall is our check out guy! He does a great job in helping you. To help support your learning, we have available video cameras, digital cameras and tripods etc. Once in your possession you are responsible for any loss or damages that may have occurred whilst in your care. Staff will let you know where the checkout office is located. Check out times: Room: C-1-06 (next door to the photo studio) Monday to Thursdays 8.30 – 9.00 a.m. 12.30 – 1.00 p.m. No student ID card, no equipment! Faculty of Humanities and Business - Student Handbook 2022 MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 14
Programme Assessment
Assessment Methodology
Assessment in the Master of Design is achievement- based.
All summative assessment schedules and details will be provided to students within 14 days of
programme commencement.
Formative assessment is used throughout the programme to monitor students’ progress and as a basis
for feedback to students on their progress.
Grading Scale
The grading scale used in this postgraduate diploma is:
A (+/-) Pass with Distinction
B (+/-) Pass with Merit
C (+/ ) Pass
D Fail
E Fail
F Ungraded Fail (no assessment undertaken)
DNC Did not complete both all compulsory assessments for a course and CAR
(grade) (AEG) Aegrotat Pass
CR Specified or Unspecified or Cross Credit
W Withdrawn
R Restricted Pass
CO Conceded Pass
CP Conditional Pass
The following percentages for each grade shall be used:
A+ 85 – 100
A 80 – 84
A- 75 – 79
B+ 70 – 74
B 65 – 69
B- 60 – 64
C+ 55 – 59
C 50 – 54
D 40 – 49
E 0– 39
F Ungraded Fail
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MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 15Assessment in Te Reo Māori
UCOL endorses the right of its students to use Te Reo Māori in assessments.
Assessments may be conducted in Te Reo Māori, provided the conditions outlined in the Assessment
in Te Reo Procedure are able to be met (refer to Assessment and Moderation Policy.)
Students, fluent in Te Reo Māori, who wish to present all or part of their assessed work in Te Reo
Māori should notify their lecturer and the Programme Leader of this at the beginning of their
programme (refer to Assessment in Te Reo Māori Procedure).
Schedule of Assessment
Your lecturers maintain an assessment schedule outlining due dates for assessments on a central
planning timetable. The purpose of this timetable is to ensure a spread of the assessment load.
Assignments may take the form of oral presentations, performances, written assignments and tests.
Conduct During Assessments
During your study, you are expected to observe and comply with the Academic Statute and all
programme regulations. Plagiarism or cheating is not tolerated. Academic dishonesty includes:
Copying from or inappropriate communicating with another person during an exam or
assessment
Possessing any unauthorised material during an exam or assessment
Submitting any work for assessment that is not your own and whose author has not been
acknowledged
Copying another’s work
Collaborating with others in the preparation of material, except where this is an assessment
requirement
Resubmitting work without prior written approval of the lecturer
Turnitin, or a similar programme, may be used to determine whether you have committed academic
dishonesty. See Conduct of Examinations and Assessments Procedure.
Part VIII of the Academic Statute outlines the disciplinary proceedings that apply should you breach
these rules.
Extensions
Extensions for an assessment can only be granted prior to the assessment due date and only in
exceptional circumstances as defined by UCOL Academic Statute. Consideration of exceptional
circumstances will be made in accordance with the UCOL Assessment Procedure. Evidence of the
circumstances may be required.
An application for an extension must be submitted in written form using the Request for Assessment
Extension Form (provided in the programme’s student handbook) or in electronic form (email) to the
subject lecturer. An application made in electronic form must include all the information required by
the Request for Assessment Extension Form.
Extensions will be for 7 days only unless stated otherwise.
Where an extension has been granted, and the extension deadline has been met, no penalties will
apply. The student’s assessment will be marked, and feedback provided, in the same way as if the
assessment was submitted on the original date and time
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MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 16Penalties for Late Submissions
The following conditions apply to all late submissions of assessments that do not have an approved
extension:
All assessment work received after the due date and time, and not subject to a lecturer-
approved extension, will attract a penalty.
The penalty for late submission is the deduction of 10% of the mark achieved for each day
beyond the due date for submission.
The penalty is applied for a maximum of 5 calendar days.
An assessment received after 5 calendar days from the due date for submission will be returned
unmarked and a zero (0) grade will be entered for the assignment.
No late submissions may be accepted after marked assessments have been returned to
students, unless it can be determined that there will be no advantage to the student submitting
the late assessment or disadvantage to students who have submitted the work on time.
Reconsideration of Results
If you believe that your assessment has been incorrectly assessed, you can apply to your lecturer for a
reconsideration of result within five (5) days of the return of the assessment. You must apply in writing
using the Appendix 3 – Request for Reconsideration of Result form at the back of this handbook. You
may be charged a fee for this process.
Your result may be unchanged, raised or lowered following reconsideration. The reconsidered result
will be recorded as the final result. However, you still have the right to appeal this result in accordance
with the Academic Statute.
Resits
Students must attend all scheduled assessments. In the event of a student being unable to attend an
assessment, a medical (or comparable) certificate is required. Students who do not attend the
scheduled assessment time and who do not offer such a certificate will be deemed to have voluntarily
missed the assessment. Generally, this will mean that these students will have only one opportunity to
be assessed for that particular assessment.
Students who attempt an assessment and do not achieve a pass in a particular assessment are given
the opportunity for one resit for each assessment at a time, or within timeframes, set by the lecturer.
At the sole discretion of the Lecturer, a student may be asked to re-sit part of an assessment rather
than the whole assessment. Generally, these resit assessments must be completed within two weeks
of the assessment being returned.
Reconsideration of Assessment Results
Within 5 working days of the return of the assessment, the student must return the script or other work
to the lecturer responsible for the course with a written request for reconsideration. This request must
specify the parts of the assessment that are to be reconsidered and give reasons why reconsideration
is sought.
A ‘Reconsideration of Assessment Form’ is provided in the student handbook. Students must be
informed that, as a result of the reconsideration of assessment, their result may be unchanged, raised
or lowered (refer to the UCOL Academic Statute).
The reconsidered result will be recorded as the final result. Students still have the right to appeal this
result in accordance with the UCOL Academic Statute.
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MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 17Special Passes
If through illness, accident, bereavement or other exceptional circumstances beyond your control, you
are unable to complete an assessment or programme, you can apply for a Special Pass.
The four types of Special Passes are:
Aegrotat Pass: awarded when you are unable to present work for assessment at the time it is
due, you are unable to attend a test or examination, or your performance is seriously impaired
in a test or examination.
Conceded Pass: awarded when you have otherwise reached an acceptable standard in the
programme but have narrowly failed one course, thus affecting your ability to complete the
qualification.
Conditional Pass: awarded when you have marginally failed to meet the required academic
standard but in all other aspects have demonstrated an ability to meet it.
Restricted Pass: awarded when you have marginally failed to meet the required academic
standard for the course and, if awarded, does not qualify you to enrol in a subsequent
course/programme for which a pass in the original course is a pre-requisite.
If you are interested in requesting a Special Pass, contact your lecturer. Programme curriculum
regulations and other conditions may apply.
Academic Appeals
The academic appeals process is outlined in Part IX of the Academic Statute.
Inability to Meet Programme Requirements
Under certain circumstances, an individual study contract may be drawn up to encourage you to meet
programme requirements. Any failure to meet this contract may result in you being asked to leave the
programme.
If you have a serious health problem or other personal circumstances that impact on your ability to
meet programme requirements, please inform your Lecturer.
Remember, if you are having difficulties with your programme there are ways UCOL can help you. If
you do decide to withdraw, you must complete a Change of Circumstances Form. These can be
obtained from the Information Centre.
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MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 18Pathway Diagrams
Bachelor of Bachelor of
Design and Arts Creative Media
Level 7 Level 7
Pathways Diagram
Postgraduate Studies Experience, skills and
knowledge
Master of Design
Level 9
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MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 19Student Responsibilities
Academic Responsibilities
All students at UCOL are expected and required not to do any one or more of the following things for
any examination or assessment:
Copy from or inappropriately communicate with another person.
Possess any unauthorised material such as books, printed or written paper, electronic material
or any other material.
Plagiarise the work of another without indicating that the ideas and/or words are not the
student’s own.
Collaborate with others in the preparation of material, except where this has been approved
as an assessment requirement.
Resubmit prior work without prior written approval of the programme staff.
Use any other unfair means.
Non-academic Responsibilities
All students at UCOL (whether on UCOL premises or at a UCOL activity off campus) are expected and
required to behave at all times in a reasonable and lawful manner in the circumstances.
Without limiting the first statement, you are required:
To observe all UCOL health and safety rules.
To treat all people (whilst on UCOL premises or at a UCOL activity off campus), including UCOL
staff and students, in a lawful manner in the circumstances and with respect and consideration.
To attend UCOL course activities and tuition without the influence of alcohol and/or unlawful
substances.
To take reasonable care not to damage or destroy UCOL resources and to use all UCOL
resources in accordance with UCOL’s directions.
Not to harass any person whilst on UCOL premises or at a UCOL activity off campus.
Not to discriminate against any person in a way which is unlawful.
To act in a manner that maintains your well-being and that of other staff and students at UCOL.
Quick Links
Further information is available at:
Academic Statute
Student Discipline Statute (Non-academic)
Student Health and Safety Obligations Policy
Student Health and Emergency Procedure
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MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 20Appendix 1 – Study Contract Student Name: Date: I hereby acknowledge that I have received, read and understand the contents of my student handbook. In signing this agreement, I agree to abide by the rules and conditions stated within that handbook. I understand that, should I breach any of the above mentioned rules, I may be subject to disciplinary action. I understand that if I wish to withdraw from part or all of my programme or my circumstances change in other ways that affect my programme, it is my responsibility to complete a Change of Circumstances Form and to submit it immediately to Student Information. Signed: I have explained any areas of concern or confusion expressed regarding the rules and conditions stated in the student handbook. I am assured that the student understands his/her obligations as a student on this programme. Lecturer Name: Date Received: Signed: Faculty of Humanities and Business - Student Handbook 2022 MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 21
Appendix 2 – Request for Extension Student Name: Date: I would like to request an extension for the submission of assessment for the following: Programme: Course: Test/Assessment: Date Due: Reason for Requesting Extension: I declare that the information given is correct and true. Signed: Lecturer Name: Date Received: Decision: Declined / Approved (circle one) for ______ day(s) Reason Declined: Note: Requests must be made prior to the due date. Extensions will be for seven (7) days only unless stated otherwise. Extensions will only be issued to those who have genuine reasons for not being able to complete assessments. Faculty of Humanities and Business - Student Handbook 2022 MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 22
Appendix 3 – Request for Reconsideration of Result Student Name: Date: Programme: Course: Test/Assessment: I request reconsideration of my result for the above test/assessment. I understand that the mark I receive from this reconsideration will appear on my final transcript. Yours sincerely Signed: Note: This request must be made within five (5) days of receiving your original result. Lecturer Name: Date Received: Faculty of Humanities and Business - Student Handbook 2022 MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 23
Appendix 4 – Request for Resubmit / Resit Student Name: Date: Programme: Course: Test/Assessment: Date Due: Reason for Requesting Resubmit/Resit: Supporting Documentation Attached: Medical certificate Employer Other (specify) Signed: Lecturer Name: Date Received: Decision: Declined / Approved (circle one) Reason Declined: Faculty of Humanities and Business - Student Handbook 2022 MA4406 Master of Design Level 9 24
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