The process is detailed in the checks and endorsements coversheet at the end of the full Phase 1 course documentation template, which can be found here. There is also information in the Phase 1 Guidance document. Only CTC formally approves
When is Phase 1 documentation due?
You should consult with your FAR for internal Faculty deadlines to ensure that the documentation receives the appropriate sign-off before being submitted for consideration by CTC. The deadlines for submission of completed Phase 1 documentation to CTC are: 26 July 2019
Do I have to transform partner college courses?
Franchised courses with partner colleges have not been identified as requiring immediate changes, but they will need changing once the on-site campus courses have been transformed. If there are any units which are common with on-site courses, they will need
Do I have to transform distance learning courses?
Courses with very little or no on-site teaching have not been identified as requiring immediate changes, but they will need changing once the on-site campus courses have been transformed. If there are any units which are common with on-site PGT
Do I have to transform integrated PhD courses?
If they use PGT units, then yes. If they don’t use any units from existing PGT courses, they will have to be transformed, but at a later date. If they are linked to other institutions please speak to your Curriculum
Do I have to transform MRes courses?
If they use PGT units, then yes. If they don’t use any units from existing PGT courses, they will have to be transformed, but at a later date.
What happens if my Phase 1 documentation is not approved?
If you have engaged key stakeholders, taken on feedback from those responsible for endorsing the documentation, and engaged with the Curriculum Development Office, this is an unlikely outcome. If there are minor changes required to the phase documentation, your course
What are the Phase 1 success criteria?
As per Senate paper S17/18-165A, the success criteria for Phase 1 are: Course offering and titles confirmed in consultation with Admissions & Outreach, in line with sector-wide rules. Course level vision agreed which is informed by key stakeholders, in particular
Where can I find the Phase 1 documentation?
The full Phase 1 course documentation template can be found here.
What documentation is required for a brand new course that starts in 2021/22?
Phase 1 documentation needs to be completed, as well as Business Case QA3.1 and Marketing information QA3.3. The process is outlined here.