Module Details

Module Code: PROJ C3802
Module Title: Study Semester Abroad
Title: Study Semester Abroad
Module Level:: 7
Credits:: 30
Module Coordinator: Myles Kelly
Module Author:: Una Grant
Domains:  
Module Description: The aim of this module is to enable learners gain an international academic and cultural experience by spending a period in a partner academic environment: probably but not exclusively under the ERASMUS programme. The aim is to expose learners to a broader range of educational contexts and educational approaches related to their studies at IT Carlow, and to develop capacities to think and operate independently and autonomously.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Demonstrate competency in the modules undertaken as laid down in the student learning agreement. The learning outcomes of this module include the aggregated learning outcomes of the modules taken while studying abroad.
LO2 Demonstrate the social and interpersonal skills to engage and effectively communicate in unfamiliar, new, uncertain and international contexts and to navigate language and cultural barriers.
LO3 Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability and self-reliance in applying knowledge, skills and competency in addressing uncertain contexts, tasks and complex settings to achieve the learning outcomes of the academic programme of study abroad.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Pre-departure Support
PORTFOLIO: module descriptors, logistics & confirmation, health & safety, personal security, student code of discipline, student code of conduct, communication & oversight protocol & final schedule, personal documentation & learning agreement check and guidelines.
Study Semester Abroad: Indicative Content
Comprises the content in the modules declared in the student learning agreement. The Study Semester Abroad experience will enable leaners engage an alternative educational learning environment; probably but not exclusively under the ERASMUS programme. The 30 ECTS accredited duration for the module will be awarded and validated by the partner college/institution as per the MOU and the learning agreement documentation. The curricular experience is scheduled to occur in Semester 2 of Stage 3 of the programme. However, it may take place at another time but must be completed before commencement of Semester 1 of Stage 4. The learner will be supported by the Programme Board placement co-ordinator/s and International Office. ITC International Office will support and monitor learners and maintain contact with host institutes/organisations/agencies throughout the Study Semester Abroad process. Contact between the IT Carlow academic programme and the learner will involve a minimum of one on-line progress interviews and a terminal interview.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 100
Timing Sem 2 End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
ERASMUS Transcript or alternative record of academic engagement and achievement in the
modules declared in the student learning agreement.
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Exam Board
It is at the discretion of the Examination Board as to what the qualifying criteria are.
Reassessment Description
Where a learner does not attain the required 30 ECTS on their Erasmus placement, the exam board may opt to set additional assessment work to enable the learner progress.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecturer Supervised Learning Contact Learners will be required to attend classes (lectures, practicals and tutorials as appropriate) in the modules declared on their student learning agreement, in the host institution. The student learning agreement will be agreed between the Head of Department and/or the International Office/Erasmus Coordinator, the host institution and the learner in advance of them travelling abroad. All contact hours will be delivered in the host institution. Every Week 0.00 0
Independent Learning Time Non Contact Learner hours include review and reflection on module resources; research and reading; reflection on learning; completion of assessments. Requirements for independent learning time for learners will be indicated by the learner agreement / module descriptors from host institution. Every Week 0.00 0
Total Weekly Contact Hours 0.00
 
Module Resources
This module does not have any book resources
This module does not have any article/paper resources
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