This section describes which Units you will take in which year of study. It indicates which units are mandatory and where you will be able to choose. The overall pass marks you will need to achieve in order to progress or achieve an award are shown. The full regulations concerning progression and completion are held in the University's Regulations and Code of Practice. Any particular aspects of your programme that are unusual will be highlighted. If any Units are must pass this will be shown below. The linked unit specifications detail any additional requirements.
What do the teaching blocks (TB) mean?
If you are selecting optional units, ensure that you have a balanced workload through the year.
The taught component (180cps) must be passed in order to progress to the PhD stage of the programme in years 2-3. AENGM0092, AENGM0091 and AENGM0082 are must pass units. For the definition of must pass units please see the Glossary of Terms from Annex 1 to the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.
| Unit name | Unit code | Credit points | Status | Teaching Block |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Composites Design, Manufacture and Product Development | AENGM0091 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-1 |
| Composite Materials for Sustainability | AENGM0092 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-1 |
| Composites for Lightweight Structures | AENGM0082 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-2 |
| 60 |
The assessment of the taught component of a doctoral degree is governed by the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes and is assessed separately from the research project. Progression to the research project may be dependent on the successful completion of the taught component - please refer to the relevant handbook for the structure of the particular programme.
The pass mark set by the University for any level 7(M) unit is 50 out of 100.
It may be possible to exit the programme with a taught award. For detailed rules please see the Regulations and Code of Practice for Research Programmes and the relevant faculty handbook.
