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.
8/2/2024: This procedure was approved out-of-session by the Chair, Academic Board and Deputy Chair, Academic Board, on 8 February 2024.Program and Course Design Procedure - Higher Education Coursework
Status
Current
Effective Date
8th February 2024
Review Date
31st December 2028
Approval Authority
Academic Board
Approval Date
8th February 2024
Expiry Date
Not Applicable
Policy Author
Connie Merlino
Academic Registrar
Policy Owner
Sherman Young
Deputy Vice-Chancellor Education
Enquiries Contact
Academic Policy
Summary of Changes from Previous Version
- 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