placements . These allow you to put the knowledge and experience gained in the classroom into practice in a real-life environment and better prepare you for your future career . In addition to your classes , you will be required to undertake self-supported learning , making use of online resources and those in the Learning Resource Centre to complete independent research or work on group projects .
Assessment take place in a variety of ways , including written , oral and practical examinations , depending on your course of study . Most courses include forms of continuous assessment , such as essays , group work and presentations . Our assessment regulations , which include our policy on assessment turnaround times , can be found on our website at : www . qmu . ac . uk / about-the-university / quality / committees-regulations-policies-andprocedures / regulations-policies-andprocedures /
For more information on teaching , learning and assessment activities for individual courses , please visit the relevant course entry on our website ( the URL is noted on each course page in this prospectus ) and refer to the ‘ Teaching , Learning and Assessment ’ section .
Class sizes
Class sizes at QMU vary according to your course . However , the relatively small size of the University means that you can quickly get to know our staff and fellow students on your course , and experience a range of teaching and learning opportunities aimed at enhancing your overall student experience . You need never feel lost in a crowd of students in a huge lecture theatre .
Staff expertise providing real-life learning
We take pride in ensuring that our teaching is relevant to today ’ s workplaces and prepares students for their chosen careers . You will be taught by academic staff with in-depth knowledge and experience of their subject area . Our staff ensure that they are up to date with the latest knowledge , thinking and developments in their field and have strong links with industry and professional bodies . Some continue to practise professionally in their own areas of expertise , and others are involved in world-leading research , shaping future discussion and methodologies in their profession . You may be taught by visiting lecturers from across the globe , attracted to the University and its location in Scotland ’ s capital . Doctoral students with a relevant and current research focus make an important contribution to teaching on some of our undergraduate degrees . QMU provides initial training and ongoing development opportunities for doctoral students acting in this role .
You can find staff profiles by subject on our website at www . qmu . ac . uk / schools-and-divisions /. Please note that our staffing is subject to change .
External review
All Scottish universities , including QMU , are subject to regular periodic external review . This is undertaken by the Quality Assurance Agency . The review process is called Enhancement-led Institutional Review ( ELIR ). ELIR focuses on the University ’ s arrangements for managing academic standards and enhancing the quality of the student learning experience . QMU ’ s most recent ELIR visit was in 2018 . The outcome was a judgement of effectiveness . This is the highest of three possible outcomes . The full ELIR report is available at : www . qaa . ac . uk / reviews-and-reports / provider ? UKPRN = 10005337 #. Wl3D25q7KJB
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