RESOLUTION
The Masters degrees listed in §11 are governed by Resolution No. 678 of the University Court, the provisions of which are as follows:
1. The Masters Degrees listed in §11 of the section entitled ‘Regulations’ may be awarded by the University of Glasgow in the College of Science & Engineering.
2. The Senate may make Regulations, which are subject to the approval of the University Court, governing the award of these degrees - these are stated in§1 – §10 of the section entitled ‘Regulations’.
3. The awards of Postgraduate Diploma and Postgraduate Certificate are also included in the Regulations.
REGULATIONS
A student admitted onto a programme leading to an award must follow the instructions issued on behalf of the relevant School and be aware of the content of the Programme Specification and the Programme Document (often referred to as the Programme or ‘Course’ Handbook) which will contain further details on the Programme including, in some cases, further requirements associated with the award.
1. Application of Regulations
These regulations apply to the degrees listed in §11.
2. Admission
Before being considered for admission to study for an award to which these Regulations apply, a candidate must normally have obtained a degree or equivalent.
3. Duration of Study
The minimum period of study for the award of a Masters degree is 12 calendar months. The maximum period for full-time study is 24 calendar months of registered study. The maximum period within which all candidates must complete the programme is five years from the date of initial registration.
4. Programme Components
4.1 In order to qualify for an award in respect of the programmes specified in §11, a candidate must complete minimum credits[1] as follows:
i) For the award of a Masters degree: 180 credits, which includes both taught courses and a 60 credit (or more) substantial independent work which should be appropriately supervised and may take the form of a dissertation or project.
ii) For the award of a Postgraduate Diploma: 120 credits of taught courses.
iii) For the award of a Postgraduate Certificate: 60 credits of taught courses.
4.2 The taught courses will normally be undertaken during the academic session (September – June) and are specified in the relevant Programme Document. The length and nature of the substantial independent work is as specified in the relevant Programme Document.
5. Minimum Requirement for the Award of Credits
Credits for courses contributing to a candidate’s curriculum shall be awarded subject to the fulfilment of required conditions. The minimum requirements for the award of credits are set out in the Code of Assessment at §16.40 – §16.44 of the ‘University Fees and General Information for Students’ section in the University Regulations.
6. Assessment
6.1 For each academic session assessment and reassessment are, insofar as not modified by these regulations, governed by the Code of Assessment which is contained in the ‘University Fees and General Information for Students’ section of the University Regulations published for that session.
6.2 Courses for which the candidate has registered must be counted towards the calculation of the candidate’s grade point average[2] for the purposes of §7, §9 and §10[3] unless other provision is justified by good cause circumstances affecting the candidate.
This regulation applies where course registration continues:
a) on the date on which the first summative assessment for that course is to be submitted; or
b) on such other date as may be specified in the course document for that course.
6.3 The threshold grade referred to in §16.6 of the Code of Assessment (Provision for Reassessment) shall be grade D for all courses on the degrees governed by these regulations. The number of grade points derived from the final result for a course following reassessment shall not be more than 9.
7. Candidates for a Masters Degree: Progress
7.1 A candidate will be permitted to progress to preparation of the substantial independent work required by the degree, only if they either:
a) have met the requirements in relation to taught courses specified in §9.1 for the award of a Masters degree; or
b) have at the first attempt met the requirements specified in §10.1 for the award of the Postgraduate Diploma and can meet the requirements in relation to taught courses specified in §9.1 for the award of a Masters degree following reassessment in no more than 20 credits of courses.
7.2 A candidate who has commenced study midway through an academic session will be permitted to progress to preparation of the substantial independent work required by the degree, at the end of the session in which study was commenced only if they have at the first attempt met the requirements specified in §10.2 for the award of the Postgraduate Certificate.
7.3 The Programme Document may specify a course or courses in respect of which a specific grade is a minimum requirement of progression.
7.4 A candidate may be required to commence work on the substantial independent work before the assessment of the taught courses referred to in §4 has been completed. Such a requirement shall not indicate that the candidate has satisfied the requirements for award in relation to the taught courses. In the event that subsequently after all opportunities at assessment have been exhausted the candidate does not achieve the standard required in relation to the taught courses specified in §9.1, the candidate will not be eligible for the award of the Masters degree, and the following will apply:
- If the substantial independent work has been submitted, it will be marked and a grade published.
- If the substantial independent work has not been submitted but is substantially complete and no further supervisory input is required, the candidate may submit the work by the published deadline. The work will be marked and a grade published.
- If the substantial independent work is not substantially complete or requires further supervisory input, the work should be discontinued and no submission made. No grade will be published for the candidate.
8. Reassessment of the Substantial Independent Work
8.1 Where a candidate requires a higher grade in the substantial independent work to satisfy the requirements set out in §9.1, reassessment of that substantial independent work will be permitted on one occasion only, under such conditions as the Examiners may prescribe in each particular case. Normally, resubmission should be no later than three months after the date of the meeting of the Board of Examiners. There is no automatic entitlement to repeat any previous practical work associated with the substantial independent work or to undertake further practical work.
8.2 Where at the time of publication of the grade achieved on the substantial work a candidate has exhausted all assessment opportunities on the taught courses referred to in §4 and has failed to satisfy the standard required in relation to the taught courses specified in §9.1 for the award of the degree, a resubmission of the substantial work will only be permitted where the Board determines that no further supervisory input is required.
9. Requirements for the Award of a Masters Degree and Rules for Award of Distinction and Merit
9.1 A candidate will be eligible for the award of the degree on obtaining a grade point average[2] of at least 9.0 in the taught courses described in §4, with at least 100 of these credits at grade D3 or above, and all credits at grade E3 or above, and obtaining a grade D3 or above in the substantial independent work.
9.2 §9.4 and §9.6 refer to the ‘weighted course grade profile’. This means the profile of course grades obtained across the 180 or more credits completed on the programme at the first attempt and weighted to reflect the relative credit weightings of the courses.[4]
9.3 A candidate will be eligible for the award of Merit on achieving at the first attempt:
a) a grade point average of at least 14.5 in the 180 or more credits completed on the programme; and
b) a grade point average of at least 14.0 in the taught courses; and
c) a grade of C1 or above in the substantial independent work.
9.4 Where a candidate has satisfied the requirements set out at §9.3 (b) and (c), and their grade point average for the 180 or more credits completed on the programme at the first attempt falls within the range 14.1 to 14.4 the Board of Examiners shall make the award with Merit where at least 50% of the weighted course grade profile comprises grades of B or above.
9.5 A candidate will be eligible for the award of Distinction on achieving at the first attempt:
a) a grade point average of at least 17.5 in the 180 or more credits completed on the programme; and
b) a grade point average of at least 17.0 in the taught courses; and
c) a grade of B1 or above in the substantial independent work.
9.6 Where a candidate has satisfied the requirements set out at §9.5 (b) and (c), and their grade point average for the 180 or more credits completed on the programme at the first attempt falls within the range 17.1 to 17.4 the Board of Examiners shall make the award with Distinction where at least 50% of the weighted course grade profile comprises A grades.
10. Requirements for the Award of a Postgraduate Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate and Rules for Award of Distinction and Merit
10.1 The requirement for the award of a Postgraduate Diploma is a grade point average[2] of 9.0 in 120 credits, with not less than 80 of these credits at grade D3 or above.
10.2 The requirement for the award of a Postgraduate Certificate is a grade point average of 9.0 in 60 credits, with not less than 40 of these credits at grade D3 or above.
10.3 §10.4 and §10.5 refer to the ‘weighted course grade profile’. This means the profile of course grades obtained on the contributing credits at the first attempt and weighted to reflect the relative credit weightings of the courses.[4]
10.4 A candidate satisfying the requirements set out in §10.1 or §10.2 who has achieved a grade point average of 14.5 at the first sitting will be eligible for the award of Postgraduate Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate respectively with Merit. Where the grade point average falls within the range 14.1 to 14.4 the Board of Examiners shall make the award with Merit where at least 50% of the weighted course grade profile comprises grades of B or above.
10.5 A candidate satisfying the requirements set out in §10.1 or §10.2 who has achieved a grade point average of 17.5 at the first sitting will be eligible for the award of Postgraduate Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate respectively with Distinction. Where the grade point average falls within the range 17.1 to 17.4 the Board of Examiners shall make the award with Distinction where at least 50% of the weighted course grade profile comprises A grades.
11. Degrees to which these Regulations Apply
The following degrees are governed by the above regulations:
College of Science & Engineering
Master of Science (MSc) Aerospace Engineering
Master of Science (MSc) Aerospace Engineering & Management
Master of Science (MSc) Biomedical Engineering
Master of Science (MSc) Civil Engineering
Master of Science (MSc) Civil Engineering & Management
Master of Science (MSc) Electrical Engineering (with Nanjing Institute of Technology)
Master of Science (MSc) Mechatronic Engineering (with Nanjing Institute of Technology)
Master of Science (MSc) Robotic Engineering (with Nanjing Institute of Technology)
Master of Science (MSc) Sustainable Energy (with Nanjing Institute of Technology)
None recognised by Senate for session 2022–23.
FAQs
What is the education strategy of the University of Glasgow? ›
There are three core pillars to the strategy: (1) Evolving our approach to teaching and learning towards student-centred, active learning; (2) transforming curricula and assessment; and (3) professional and skills developments for students.
What is the drug policy at the University of Glasgow? ›A member of staff who takes mood or performance altering substances on University premises which have not been prescribed on medical grounds will, in the absence of mitigating circumstances, be deemed to be committing an act of gross misconduct and will be subject to the Disciplinary process.
What is the no detriment policy at Glasgow University? ›For some students who are unable to take their exams, or whose performance dips, during the Covid-19 period the no detriment policy will mean that their degree award will be based on assessment completed prior to the impact of Covid-19 provided this reaches the 65% threshold.
What is the University of Glasgow Accessible and Inclusive Learning Policy? ›Academic Policy & Governance
The University's Accessible & Inclusive Learning Policy defines a baseline level that disabled students should expect from their academic unit in terms of inclusive learning and teaching practices and supports staff by signposting sources of support.
The University of Glasgow is one of the top 100 universities in the world and is known for its historic buildings, which are said to have inspired the Harry Potter school, Hogwarts.
Why is Glasgow University the best? ›Glasgow is a world top 100 university with one of the widest range of courses in the UK. Established in 1451, the University is recognised internationally for its ground-breaking work and has inspired thinkers from eminent scientist Lord Kelvin to the father of economics Adam Smith.
Can Americans go to the University of Glasgow? ›The University of Glasgow offers a diverse environment for Americans who are ready to explore a different culture and build the knowledge and relationships for successful careers. Undergraduate applications can be made on UCAS or The Common App.
What GPA does University of Glasgow accept? ›University of Glasgow GPA requirements
University of Glasgow in United Kingdom requires students to maintain a minimum GPA of 3.5 in order to stand a good chance to get admission into University of Glasgow.
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What is the reputation of University of Glasgow in the UK? ›
University of Glasgow is ranked #74 in Best Global Universities. Schools are ranked according to their performance across a set of widely accepted indicators of excellence.
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What is the University of Glasgow Equality and Diversity policy? ›The University will not discriminate against any person on grounds of disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion and belief, sex or sexual orientation.
What is the University of Glasgow digital preservation policy? ›The Policy – Preservation Principles
The objective of this Policy is to ensure that the University's digital resources remain both authentic and accessible in the future, overcoming the threats of rapid technological obsolescence (currently around 5-10 years) and the inherent fragility of digital media.
Inclusiveness differs from accessibility in that it doesn't specifically address a particular need or problem that the audience may have, but instead provides a spectrum of tools and features that the end user can choose from to fit their requirements in that given environment or context.
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What is the University of Glasgow ranked in the world? ›The last overall QS World University Rankings were released in June 2022, and Glasgow ranked 81 out of 1,422 institutions. Notable highlights from this year's World Subject Rankings results include: Of the five broad subject/faculty areas, the University maintain three in the world top 100: Life Sciences.
Was Harry Potter filmed in University of Glasgow? ›Also, the courtyard inside looks like where Harry learned to fly his first broomstick. Despite the resemblance, the University of Glasgow was not used as a filming scene in Harry Potter but you can still imagine the wizarding magic when you visit.
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What are the top 3 universities in Glasgow? ›
The Top three universities in Glasgow are the University of Glasgow; the University of Strathclyde; and Glasgow Caledonian University.
Can a US citizen go to University in the UK? ›If you will be studying a full-degree, you must apply for a Tier 4 Student Visa; if your degree program is 6 months or less, you need a Student Visitor Visa. You should apply online, visit the visa application center in your home country, and apply at least three months before your course in the UK begins.
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Can US citizens study in UK? ›If you're a student from United States, you'll need the Student Visa to study in United Kingdom. This visa is made specifically for students like you who are ready to begin their study abroad adventure in United Kingdom.
What is a good GPA in Scotland? ›| Grade | Scale | Grade Description |
|---|---|---|
| A | 70.00 - 100.00 | Excellent |
| B | 60.00 - 69.99 | Very Good |
| C | 50.00 - 59.99 | Good |
| D | 40.00 - 49.99 | Satisfactory |
| Exam | Score |
|---|---|
| SAT | 1280 |
| ACT | 27 |
| GMAT | 590 |
Essentially, the highest GPA you can earn is a 4.0, which indicates an A average in all of your classes. A 3.0 would indicate a B average, a 2.0 a C average, a 1.0 a D, and a 0.0 an F. This scale does not take the levels of your courses into account.
Is University of Glasgow LGBT friendly? ›The University of Glasgow is proud to be a Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champion displaying our commitment to equality for LGBT staff, students and potential staff and students.
Is Glasgow a good student city? ›Glasgow is an impressive city for student life with easy transportation including buses and bikes, over 3,500 hectares of greenery, and a variety of pubs, bars, and music venues to keep you entertained throughout the week.
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Which is the toughest degree in the world? ›
- Chartered Accountancy.
- Astrophysics.
- Quantum Mechanics.
- Law.
- Aerospace/ Aeronautical Studies, Engineering.
- Biomedical Studies, Neurosciences, Biochemistry.
- Nursing.
- Dentistry, Medicine.
Medicine, Architecture, Aerospace Engineering and Dentistry are some of the hardest courses to get into the UK.
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What is Scotland's number 1 university? ›To find out more about the top unis in Scotland click the links below: 1. University of St Andrews.
What is the student satisfaction rate at Glasgow University? ›| Scotland rank | University | 2020 National student survey student experience (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of St Andrews | 86.3 |
| 2 | University of Glasgow | 79.4 |
| 3 | University of Edinburgh | 72.9 |
| 4= | University of Dundee | 80.7 |
Bills and legislation
The Equality Act 2010 brought together existing equality legislation. It focuses on people with the following protected characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, sex, sexual orientation and religion and belief.
eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation, as well as other conduct prohibited by the Act. advance equality of opportunity between people who share a protected characteristic and those who do not. foster good relations between people who share a protected characteristic and those who do not.
What are the key points of equality and diversity policy? ›Create a working environment free of bullying, harassment, victimisation and unlawful discrimination, promoting dignity and respect for all, and where individual differences and the contributions of all staff are recognised and valued.
What is the digital strategy of Glasgow University? ›
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Is inclusive education fully inclusive? ›Inclusive education means all children in the same classrooms, in the same schools. It means real learning opportunities for groups who have traditionally been excluded – not only children with disabilities, but speakers of minority languages too.
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What is the University of Glasgow sustainability strategy? ›Sustainability Strategy and Delivery Board
The University's main goal is to achieve 'net zero' carbon emissions by 2030. A central theme of the strategy is the need to engage the University community more effectively in this developing agenda.
This international strategy seeks to ensure that Education Scotland plays its part in making this a reality across all sectors of education and across all parts of the country. Our international strategy affirms our commitment to preparing today's learners across all sectors for a global future.
What is the University of Glasgow digital preservation strategy? ›The Policy – Preservation Principles
The objective of this Policy is to ensure that the University's digital resources remain both authentic and accessible in the future, overcoming the threats of rapid technological obsolescence (currently around 5-10 years) and the inherent fragility of digital media.
The Glasgow Green Deal is a nine-year mission which will fundamentally reshape the city's economy. It is a transformative new approach, designed to bridge the gap between aspirations and action around the climate and ecological emergencies and deliver equitable, Net Zero carbon, climate resilient living by 2030.
What is the environmental policy of Glasgow? ›
The council-led initiative was formed in 2010 to make Glasgow a world-leading centre for sustainable policy, innovation and action, and helped the city achieve its 2020 target of reducing CO2 emissions by 30%. The partnership now works to support the city's ambition of becoming Net-Zero Carbon by 2030.
What is the Glasgow Sustainable Development Plan? ›Glasgow Sustainability Plan
This plan is a second phase Sustainability Plan for Tourism & Conventions 2023-25. Using the UN Sustainable Development Goals as inspiration, the city will focus on developing, measuring and reporting on the actions focussing on driving and supporting change across the sector.
Scottish universities and higher education institutions offer around 4,500 courses in more than 150 subject areas at undergraduate and postgraduate level. They also provide plenty of research-led programmes available both on campus and online and you can study a degree in fields like: History. Architecture.
Does Scotland have the best education system? ›15-year-olds' levels in reading, mathematics and science. Scotland has ranked among higher-than-average country performers on international assessments such as the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA), usually scoring at or above OECD average in mathematics, reading and science.
Why do international students choose Scotland? ›History and heritage: Scotland has a strong national heritage, managing to balance its modernity with its traditions. Excellent art and culture: Scotland is known around the world for its place in the art world making it a perfect place to discover galleries, festivals and street art.
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What is the University of Glasgow Carbon Management Plan? ›Carbon Management Plan 2020/21-2030/31
The CMP will act as a focal document, highlighting interventions which will deliver emissions reductions, and help us to reach our carbon footprint target of 27,000 tonnes of CO2e by 30/31. In addition, we commit to being net zero for carbon emissions by 2030.
What is the ranking of the University of Glasgow in the world? A. When it comes to the University of Glasgow world ranking, then it ranks at the 86th position as per the Times Higher Education World University rankings 2022. In the QS World University Rankings for 2022, the University of Glasgow ranks at 73rd position.
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