Overview
All Brewing Science taught modules consist of an e-learning component (studied via distance learning) followed by an intensive residential course held at the University of Nottingham’s Sutton Bonington Campus. Typically, a formal assessment (usually a written exam) is taken on completion of the residential course. The overall mark awarded for a module is calculated from a weighted average of the examination mark, together with the marks awarded for any Coursework assignments which have been undertaken. The assessments in a module and their weighting in respect of the overall mark awarded are clearly detailed in the module specification document which is accessible from the module home-page in Web-CT.
E-Learning (approx. 75% of taught module content)
75 % of course materials are delivered by distance learning, designed to be studied part-time and to fit around your work. The latest innovations in web-based learning are used to ensure an interactive feel to the course and promote deeper learning of the scientific principles of brewing.
- E-lectures, featuring streamed video presentations by Brewing Science academics on key subjects; The slide presentations and a written transcript of the lecture can also be downloaded.
- Structured learning through a combination of virtual directed reading, self tests of understanding, animations and video footage of processes and a virtual library.
- Group work and directed discussion events via dedicated chat rooms.
WEB-CT
(accessible only to registered students)
The University of Nottingham has adopted the WEB-CT "Virtual Learning Environment" (VLE) as the platform for all if its e-learning programmes. Materials for each module are accessed within this secure, web-based learning environment, which organises all of your electronic resources into a convenient "one-stop-shop" as well as providing chat room facilities for engaging in discussion threads with your colleagues.
The Virtual Library resource
Students on the MSc. in Brewing Science have an impressive array of electronic literature resources at their disposal, with which to support their learning. This includes access to the full University of Nottingham e-Journal catalogue. Many journal article files are linked directly from the relevant course pages and this resource is supplemented by e-book chapters which provide recommended reading for the distance learning part of the course.
Intensive Residential course (approx. 25% of taught module content)
One week per Semester (based on 20 Credits of modules study) is spent at an intensive residential course held at the University of Nottingham.This provides the opportunity to develop theories and practice through traditional face-to face teaching techniques such as lectures, seminars, workshops, laboratory practicals, industrial visits and tutorials.
The courses take place at our Sutton Bonington Campus and are delivered by staff from the School of Biosciences, with expertise in brewing and related sciences, together with invited contributions from specialist Brewing practitioners; all are internationally renowned leaders within their field.