Credit Framework

Credit Framework for Taught Courses of Study

The Credit Framework for Taught Courses of Study was first approved by Senate on 28 November 2001.

There is a systematic process of review of this Credit Framework. The date of the current version is shown on each published document.

The Credit Framework for Taught Courses of Study

Annex 1: Glossary of Terms

Annex 2: Qualification Level Descriptors

Annex 3: Limits on Credit Transfer and/or RCL

Annex 4: Minimum Credit Requirement for Awards

Annex 5: Alternative Exit Awards

Annex 6: Marking

Appendix 7: Resit Marks

Annex 8: Viva Voce Examinations

Annex 9: Mitigation of Extenuating Circumstances

Annex 10: Academic Misconduct

Annex 11: European Credit Transfer System (ECTS)

Annex 12: Assessment and Classification Conventions for HNC and HND Courses

Annex 13: Academic Appeals

Annex 14: Procedures for Periods of Study Abroad

Annex 15: Micro-credential Framework for Kent

Regulatory Framework Updates

The changes listed would have normally taken effect in the month prior to publication (see July entry for updates made in June).

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