3.1
A candidate who is admitted to a modular Postgraduate Diploma programme but is subsequently unable to progress to completion may, depending upon the number of credits attained at the time of exit, qualify for the following award:
Exit Award
Credits at Level 7 | not fewer than 60 (at 50%+) |
Candidate may exit the programme with eligibility for: |
Postgraduate Certificate |
3.2
A candidate awarded a Postgraduate Certificate as an exit qualification shall be eligible for the award with Merit/Distinction as follows:
Postgraduate Certificate with Merit or Distinction
Postgraduate Certificate with Merit |
- Passed 60 credits at Part One (with 50% or more) a minimum of 40 credits to have been pursued at Swansea.
- Attained an overall average mark of not less than 60% and not more than 69.99%.
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Postgraduate Certificate with Distinction |
- Passed 60 credits at Part One (with 50% or more) a minimum of 40 credits to have been pursued at Swansea.
- Attained an overall average mark of 70% or higher.
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3.3
The award of a named Postgraduate Certificate, following the completion of modules offering not less than 60 credits at level 7, will only be available if the relevant modules constitute an approved programme. Approval of a certificate programme, under this regulation, shall be made by the relevant University Board.