University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 20

ECTS credits : 10

Level : SCQF level 7

Semester: 2

Availability restrictions: Available only to those on the Physics and Astronomy (Gateway) Programme and the Physics and Astronomy International Gateway Programme

Planned timetable: To be arranged.

This module develops academic and transferable skills in problem solving in physics, in mathematical modelling of physical systems, in numerical/computational work applied to physics, and in study skills. It is a core module for the level one programme Physics and Astronomy (Gateway).

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): Students must have gained entry to Physics and Astronomy (Gateway) or International Gateway Programmes.

Co-requisite(s): You must also take PH1012

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 2 lectures, 3 x 1.25-hour workshops, 1 x 3-hour lab, 1 x 2-hour supported study session

Scheduled learning hours: 118

Guided independent study hours: 82

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%

Re-assessment: 60% new assignments, 40% marks for the assignments that make up the first assessment specification of the module.

Personnel

Module teaching staff: Dr A Kohnle, Dr A Mortier, Dr G Smith, Dr J Lovett

Additional information from school

Please see also the information in the School’s Handbook for First and Second Level modules available via https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/physics/staff_students/timetables.php. This link also gives access to timetables for such modules.