Status and Details

Status and Details

This page contains information about the status, approval and implementation of this document, contact details for enquiries about document application/interpretation, and a brief summary of changes between this and the previous version.

Program and Course Design Procedure - Higher Education Coursework

Status Historic
Effective Date 1st January 2024
Review Date 31st December 2028
Approval Authority Deputy Vice-Chancellor Education
Approval Date 4th December 2023
Expiry Date 25th January 2024
Policy Author Sherman Young
Deputy Vice-Chancellor Education
Policy Owner Sherman Young
Deputy Vice-Chancellor Education
Enquiries Contact Academic Policy

Summary of Changes from Previous Version

24/1/2024: Please note this procedure was published in error and has been repealed until the Chair and Deputy Chair of the Academic Board provide out-of-session approval for Clause 75.

This is a new procedure developed under the direction of the DVCE and separated from current Program and Course Approval Requirements. This document now provides the mandatory HE program and course design framework and support for academics and learning and teaching staff to identify and apply curriculum design requirements, including those for all HE award types, pathways, nested and exit awards. This document includes CA design elements , including the embedding of mandatory Industry Partnered Learning (IPL) experiences. All award types and design elements are identified and defined to provide greater clarity. Requirement of program design to map to the RMIT Capabilities with direction to the CEID Resource Hub for a complete description and guidance in embedding to award levels and program learning outcomes. Coursework program design structural component requirements are documented including AQF award level, volume of learning and credit points required for all higher education awards. New definitions to enhance consistent understanding across the RMIT Group.



Clauses Amended:Procedure: All