The Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen, Scotland, has a clear implementation of an ECTS Information Package at http://www.rgu.ac.uk/europeanoffice/europeanoffice/page.cfm?pge=1759.
I have produced an XCRI-CAP 1.1 XML exampleof a small section of the Robert Gordon Information Package that contains general information about the university and surrounding area, details of two of its schools (art and computing), some degree programmes and a sample course unit from each school (Audio And Video Post Production and 2D Animation).
To demonstrate how the Robert Gordon ECTS Information Package can be represented in XCRI-CAP 1.1 XML, I have created a small XSD of ECTS refinements to demonstrate how the refinement/extension mechanism works with the XCRI-CAP schema. I have published the mini schema at http://www.bsi.mmu.ac.uk/courses/ects.xsd and reproduced it below:
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> <xs:schema xmlns="http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog/ects" xmlns:x="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xmlns:xcri="http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog" xmlns:xs="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema" targetNamespace="http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog/ects" elementFormDefault="qualified" attributeFormDefault="unqualified"> <xs:import namespace="http://www.w3.org/XML/1998/namespace" schemaLocation="http://www.w3.org/2001/03/xml.xsd"/> <xs:import namespace="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" schemaLocation="http://www.w3.org/2002/08/xhtml/xhtml1-strict.xsd"/> <xs:import namespace="http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog" schemaLocation="http://www.xcri.org/bindings/xcri_cap_1_1.xsd"/> <xs:simpleType name="Country"> <xs:restriction base="xs:string"> <xs:enumeration value="United Kingdom" /> </xs:restriction> </xs:simpleType> <xs:simpleType name="Credit"> <xs:restriction base="xs:string"> </xs:restriction> </xs:simpleType> <xs:complexType name="InstitutionType"> <xs:simpleContent> <xs:restriction base="xcri:labelDType"> <xs:enumeration value="University" /> <xs:enumeration value="University Faculty" /> <xs:enumeration value="University School" /> <xs:enumeration value="University Department" /> <xs:attribute ref="xml:lang" use="optional"/> </xs:restriction> </xs:simpleContent> </xs:complexType> <xs:complexType name="LearningOpportunityType"> <xs:simpleContent> <xs:restriction base="xcri:labelDType"> <xs:enumeration value="DegreeProgramme" /> <xs:enumeration value="CourseUnit" /> <xs:attribute ref="xml:lang" use="optional"/> </xs:restriction> </xs:simpleContent> </xs:complexType> <xs:complexType name="AcademicCalendar"> <xs:complexContent mixed="true"> <xs:restriction base="xcri:descriptionDType"> <xs:sequence> <xs:element ref="x:div" minOccurs="0" /> </xs:sequence> <xs:attribute ref="xml:lang" use="optional"/> <xs:attribute name="href" type="xs:anyURI" use="optional" /> </xs:restriction> </xs:complexContent> </xs:complexType> <xs:complexType name="Accommodation"> <xs:complexContent mixed="true"> <xs:restriction base="xcri:descriptionDType"> <xs:sequence> <xs:element ref="x:div" minOccurs="0" /> </xs:sequence> <xs:attribute ref="xml:lang" use="optional"/> <xs:attribute name="href" type="xs:anyURI" use="optional" /> </xs:restriction> </xs:complexContent> </xs:complexType> <xs:complexType name="AdmissionProcedures"> <xs:complexContent mixed="true"> <xs:restriction base="xcri:descriptionDType"> <xs:sequence> <xs:element ref="x:div" minOccurs="0" /> </xs:sequence> <xs:attribute ref="xml:lang" use="optional"/> <xs:attribute name="href" type="xs:anyURI" use="optional" /> </xs:restriction> </xs:complexContent> </xs:complexType> <xs:complexType name="EctsCoordinator"> <xs:complexContent mixed="true"> <xs:restriction base="xcri:descriptionDType"> <xs:sequence> <xs:element ref="x:div" minOccurs="0" /> </xs:sequence> <xs:attribute ref="xml:lang" use="optional"/> <xs:attribute name="href" type="xs:anyURI" use="optional" /> </xs:restriction> </xs:complexContent> </xs:complexType> <xs:complexType name="InformationForMobileStudents"> <xs:complexContent mixed="true"> <xs:restriction base="xcri:descriptionDType"> <xs:sequence> <xs:element ref="x:div" minOccurs="0" /> </xs:sequence> <xs:attribute ref="xml:lang" use="optional"/> <xs:attribute name="href" type="xs:anyURI" use="optional" /> </xs:restriction> </xs:complexContent> </xs:complexType> <xs:complexType name="LivingCosts"> <xs:complexContent mixed="true"> <xs:restriction base="xcri:descriptionDType"> <xs:sequence> <xs:element ref="x:div" minOccurs="0" /> </xs:sequence> <xs:attribute ref="xml:lang" use="optional"/> <xs:attribute name="href" type="xs:anyURI" use="optional" /> </xs:restriction> </xs:complexContent> </xs:complexType> <xs:complexType name="Locality"> <xs:complexContent mixed="true"> <xs:restriction base="xcri:descriptionDType"> <xs:sequence> <xs:element ref="x:div" minOccurs="0" /> </xs:sequence> <xs:attribute ref="xml:lang" use="optional"/> <xs:attribute name="href" type="xs:anyURI" use="optional" /> </xs:restriction> </xs:complexContent> </xs:complexType> <xs:complexType name="MedicalFacilities"> <xs:complexContent mixed="true"> <xs:restriction base="xcri:descriptionDType"> <xs:sequence> <xs:element ref="x:div" minOccurs="0" /> </xs:sequence> <xs:attribute ref="xml:lang" use="optional"/> <xs:attribute name="href" type="xs:anyURI" use="optional" /> </xs:restriction> </xs:complexContent> </xs:complexType> <xs:complexType name="Regulations"> <xs:complexContent mixed="true"> <xs:restriction base="xcri:descriptionDType"> <xs:sequence> <xs:element ref="x:div" minOccurs="0" /> </xs:sequence> <xs:attribute ref="xml:lang" use="optional"/> <xs:attribute name="href" type="xs:anyURI" use="optional" /> </xs:restriction> </xs:complexContent> </xs:complexType> <xs:complexType name="StudentAssociations"> <xs:complexContent mixed="true"> <xs:restriction base="xcri:descriptionDType"> <xs:sequence> <xs:element ref="x:div" minOccurs="0" /> </xs:sequence> <xs:attribute ref="xml:lang" use="optional"/> <xs:attribute name="href" type="xs:anyURI" use="optional" /> </xs:restriction> </xs:complexContent> </xs:complexType> <xs:complexType name="StudyFacilities"> <xs:complexContent mixed="true"> <xs:restriction base="xcri:descriptionDType"> <xs:sequence> <xs:element ref="x:div" minOccurs="0" /> </xs:sequence> <xs:attribute ref="xml:lang" use="optional"/> <xs:attribute name="href" type="xs:anyURI" use="optional" /> </xs:restriction> </xs:complexContent> </xs:complexType> </xs:schema>
I have also published a second mini schema that demonstrates how XCRI-CAP can handle multiple refinements prescribed by different body (in this example the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework which could offer a controlled vocabulary for credit level and points).
These two mini schemas are referenced from the cut-down XCRI-CAP 1.1 XML example of the Robert Gordon Information Package that contains general information about the university and surrounding area, details of two of its schools (art and computing), some degree programmes and a sample course unit from each school (Audio And Video Post Production and 2D Animation). The XCRI-CAP 1.1 XML is reproduced below:
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> <catalog generated="2007-05-07T21:00:00" xmlns="http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog" xmlns:xsi="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema-instance" xmlns:xterm="http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog/terms" xmlns:ects="http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog/ects" xmlns:scqf="http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog/scqf" xsi:schemaLocation="http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog [http://www.xcri.org/bindings/xcri_cap_1_1.xsd] [http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog/terms] [http://www.xcri.org/bindings/xcri_cap_terms_1_1.xsd] [http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog/ects] [http://www.bsi.mmu.ac.uk/courses/ects.xsd] [http://xcri.org/profiles/catalog/scqf] [http://www.bsi.mmu.ac.uk/courses/scqf.xsd]" > <provider> <identifier>[http://www.rgu.ac.uk]</identifier> <title>The Robert Gordon University</title> <subject xsi:type="ects:InstitutionType">University</subject> <description> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <h1>The University</h1> <p>The Robert Gordon University is a dynamic modern University with an international reputation for providing high quality education from Undergraduate to PhD level.</p> <p><img src="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/graphics/ACF16A8.jpg" style="float: left;" alt="The Faculty of Health & Social Care" title="The Faculty of Health & Social Care" class="pg_emage" /></p> <p>With a diverse and exciting range of degree programmes in Business, Law, Engineering, Science, Computing, Art, Design, Architecture, Pharmacy and Health Sciences all taught in state-of-the-art facilities, RGU can set you on the path to the career you want. </p><p> In 2006 the Times named RGU as the top university for graduate employment. All our programmes are designed to offer students an effective combination of academic study and practical experience, developed by close consultation with industry. In combining the best of the academic and professional worlds, a degree from the Robert Gordon University places graduates ahead of the rest.</p> <p>Collaborative work with professional bodies, industrial organisations, government departments and research institutes continues to enhance our academic profile at home and abroad. The majority of our courses enable part-time study, and an increasing number are available distance learning via the University's Virtual Campus.</p> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="ects:AcademicCalendar"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p><b>Academic Session 2007/08</b></p> <p>Semester 1<br />25 September 2007 - 25 January 2008</p> <p>Semester 2<br /> 28 January - 16 May 2008</p> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="ects:Accommodation"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p><b>Accommodation</b> - RGU: Accommodation endeavours to provide accommodation for all European exchange students who book in advance as long as they have submitted a fully completed OMS.4/RS.2 form and ECTS Learning Agreement by 01 July for Semester 1 and 15 November for Semester 2. Please note that University accommodation is very popular and so you are strongly advised to book your accommodation as early as possible. If accommodation is requested at short notice, the University cannot guarantee to offer campus accommodation but it will help students to obtain private accommodation. </p> <p>However, it must be stated that any University accommodation rented out to European students can only be rented for a minimum of one whole semester. If you have any enquiries about accommodation then do not hesitate to contact the Student Accommodation Service at Schoolhill or telephone on \+441224 262129 or \+441224 262140. </p> <p>If you wish to stay in University accommodation, you must do so by applying online at <a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/roomonline" >www.rgu.ac.uk/roomonline</a> <b>Please note that you will not be able to apply for accommodation online until such time as you have received a letter of acceptance.</b> </p> <p>It is a requirement that all students staying in University accommodation pay a deposit to the Finance Department. This will be between £100 and £150 depending on the type of accommodation allocated. The easiest way to pay this is through <a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/roomonline" >www.rgu.ac.uk/roomonline </a> </p> <p>Information on the various different types of accommodation that are available can be found at <a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/accommodation" >www.rgu.ac.uk/accommodation</a> </p> <p>The University flats are fully furnished, heated and are self catering. This means that 6 - 8 students each have their own bedroom but share cooking facilities and in some cases they share shower and bathroom facilities. All bed linen and cooking utensils are provided. Student Accommodation also provides a coin operated washing machine and dryers and there is a pay telephone that receives incoming calls and is situated on the ground floor of every flat. </p> <p>The Student Accommodation Service is also able to assist you with other arrangements such as bed and breakfast, private flats etc., if you prefer not to stay in University accommodation or arrive before the semester dates for access.</p> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="ects:AdmissionProcedures"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <h3>General Information</h3> <p>ERASMUS Students must complete a European Office (OMS.4) form <b>and</b> an ECTS Learning Agreement prior to their arrival in Aberdeen, before 01 June for those students arriving in Semester 1 and before 01 November for those students arriving in Semester 2. These forms are available from the European Office or on the Internet:</p> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/page.cfm?pge=1562" >Application Forms </a></li> </ul> <p></p> <p>The OMS.4 form must be signed by the student and his/her supervisor in the home institution, while the ECTS Learning Agreement must be signed by the student, his/her supervisor and his/her ERASMUS Institutional Co-ordinator in the home institution before forwarding to the European Office. <i>Please note that ECTS Learning Agreements will be returned if they do not bear 2 signatures under 'sending institution'.</i> It is also necessary for a student to forward a copy of their CV along with the OMS.4. </p> <p>Once the OMS.4 form has been endorsed by the appropriate member of staff at The Robert Gordon University, the European Office will then arrange for information on accommodation to be forwarded to the student, if required. Information on the student is also forwarded by the European Office to Student Finance and Administration to enable the student to enrol (register and receive a matriculation card). </p> <p>Once a student's OMS.4 form has been processed, the student will receive a letter from Student Finance and Administration along with an information booklet about studying in Aberdeen. As The Robert Gordon University attempts to meet all ERASMUS students who arrive at the beginning of Semester 1, those students will also receive a form for return to the Accommodation department to indicate their time of arrival in Aberdeen. They will then arrange for this student to be met, if possible. </p> <p> On arrival in Aberdeen, students should go to the <a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/international/home/page.cfm?pge=12757" >International Office</a> as soon as possible where they will be given essential information such as how and where to pay for accommodation. The International Office is situated at Schoolhill and is open for student visits from <b>12.00-2.00pm (Monday-Friday) and 3.00-4.30pm (Monday-Thursday) </b> If students arrive outside these hours, they should find the duty janitor or residence assistant at the student residences. The duty janitor or residence assistant will give them their keys and show them to their flat. </p> <p>The International Office gives a welcome pack to the students. This information pack consists of local tourist information, details on organised events for ERASMUS students, information on English language classes and medical information. The International Office also organises a tour of Schoolhill (where the International Office and support departments are located) so that they can familiarise themselves with the support services offered by the University. </p> <h3>Linguistic Requirements</h3> <p> All ERASMUS students would be expected to have a level of competence in English to allow them to attend lectures, undertake course-work and examinations, both oral and written. Individual Schools may also require one of the following qualifications: <br /> </p> <ul> <li>TOEFL at a level of 550 or above</li> <li>IELTS at a level of 5.5 or above</li> <li>Cambridge Advanced or Proficiency Certificate</li> </ul> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="ects:EctsCoordinator"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div id="hcard-Marlene-Forsyth" class="vcard"> <span class="fn n"> <span class="given-name">Marlene</span> <span class="family-name">Forsyth</span> </span> <div class="org">The Robert Gordon University</div> <a class="email" href="mailto:european.office@rgu.ac.uk" >european.office@rgu.ac.uk</a> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">Schoolhill</div> <span class="locality">Aberdeen</span>, <span class="postal-code">AB10 1FR</span> <span class="country-name">United Kingdom</span> </div> <div class="tel">\+ 44 1224 262161</div> </div> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="ects:InformationForMobileStudents"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <h2>Entry to the United Kingdom </h2> <p>Students from EU Member States can enter the UK with either a 10 year passport or a National ID card. However, if carrying a National ID card only, it is advisable that students also carry a letter of invitation from the host university so that, in the unlikely event that they do get stopped on entering the country, they can produce this as proof that they intend to undertake a period of study in the UK. However, should you have any other queries about entering the UK regarding residence, contact the Home Office Education Department Tel: + 44 171 925 5000.</p> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="ects:LivingCosts"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p>Living costs - It is estimated that for a stay in Aberdeen for between 9 and 12 months, you may need between approximately £4,700 and £6,000 to cover living costs depending on your individual lifestyle and the duration of your stay. These costs would include accommodation, food, books, entertainment and travel expenses</p> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="ects:Locality"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <h1>Aberdeen</h1> <p>Aberdeen is a vibrant and bustling city with a fascinating past and a shining future. The city's welcoming atmosphere and appeal are summed up in the official toast: 'Happy to meet, sorry to part, happy to meet again'.</p> <p><img src="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/graphics/ACF4EC4.jpg" style="float: left;" alt="His Majesty's Theatre" title="His Majesty's Theatre" class="pg_emage" /></p> <p>Aberdeen is Scotland's third largest city with a population of around 215,000, of whom 15,000 are students. The city is full of charm and character, coupling timeless architecture with modern entertainment.</p> <p>Culturally, Aberdeen has much to offer. The city hosts a number of alternative and international festivals, and houses an impressive range of art galleries and museums. Aberdeen is also home to His Majesty's Theatre, one of the finest Edwardian theatres in Britain, and to three cinemas showing an assortment of mainstream, international and independent films. </p><p> Music lovers have no shortage of options with live entertainment venues ranging from cosy pubs to the vast Exhibition and Conference Centre. The highly acclaimed Lemon Tree offers a mixture of music, theatre and art, and an assortment of bars and nightclubs provide evening entertainment for everyone.</p> <p>On the shopping front, you won't be disappointed. A number of modern shopping centres provide designer labels and high street brands, and the surrounding streets offer an array of independent stores and charity shops. For fresh foods and unusual gifts, a traditional market fills Belmont Street on the last Saturday of every month, and Union Street is visited by an international market at intervals throughout the year. </p> <p><img src="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/graphics/Beach.jpg" style="float: right;" alt="The Aberdeen beach" title="The Aberdeen beach" class="pg_image" /></p> <p>For those wanting a break from the bustle of city life, The Robert Gordon University's Garthdee campus is set in beautiful grounds on the banks of the River Dee. Aberdeen also features a number of attractive parks within easy distance of the city centre, and miles of sandy beaches.</p> <p>Sporting facilities are also excellent. The city boasts numerous facilities including golf courses, swimming pools, ice rinks and sports pitches. A recent addition to the city is the alpine sports centre located adjacent to the Garthdee campus, and the beautiful coastline offers ample opportunity for sailing and windsurfing. </p> <h3>Useful links </h3> <ul class="displayLink"> <li><a href="http://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/acc/default.asp" >Aberdeen City Council\* </a></li> </ul> <ul class="displayLink"> <li><a href="http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/" >Aberdeenshire Council\* </a> </li> </ul> <ul class="displayLink"> <li><a href="http://www.aberdeencityandshire.com" >Aberdeen City and Shire\* </a> </li> </ul> <ul class="displayLink"> <li><a href="http://www.lemontree.org/" >The Lemon Tree\* </a></li> </ul> <ul class="displayLink"> <li><a href="http://www.aberdeen-music.com/" >Aberdeen Music\* </a> </li> </ul> <ul class="displayLink"> <li><a href="http://www.aww.biz/" >Aberdeen World Wide Web*</a></li> </ul> <p>*Please note that the Robert Gordon University has no control over the content of external sites. </p> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="ects:Regulations"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <h2>Session 2007/08 - for implementation from September 2007</h2> <hr /> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/page.cfm?pge=44250" >ASSOCIATED FORMS (for example Student Suspension of Studies Request Form and Appeals Forms)</a></li> </ul> <hr /> <p><img src="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/images/icon_pdf.png" alt="File Icon" title="File Icon" height="16" width="16" /> <a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/files/Briefing 200708.pdf" class="pg_filedoc">Academic Regulations Briefing Note for Implementation Session 2007/08</a></p> <p><img src="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/images/icon_pdf.png" alt="File Icon" title="File Icon" height="16" width="16" /> <a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/files/IntroductionandContents2007.pdf" class="pg_filedoc">Introduction and Contents (Academic Regulations)</a></p> <hr /> <p><img src="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/images/icon_pdf.png" alt="File Icon" title="File Icon" height="16" width="16" /> <a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/files/A1%20%2D%20Session%200708.pdf" class="pg_filedoc">A1: Courses</a></p> <p><img src="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/images/icon_pdf.png" alt="File Icon" title="File Icon" height="16" width="16" /> <a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/files/A2%20%2D%20Session%2007081.pdf" class="pg_filedoc">A2: Admission</a></p> <p><img src="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/images/icon_pdf.png" alt="File Icon" title="File Icon" height="16" width="16" /> <a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/files/A3%2D1%20Academic%20Appeals%20%2D%20Session%200708.pdf" class="pg_filedoc">A3 Section 1: Academic Appeals (Awards and Progression) Procedure</a></p> <p><img src="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/images/icon_pdf.png" alt="File Icon" title="File Icon" height="16" width="16" /> <a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/files/A3%2D2%20Academic%20Misconduct%20%2D%2D%20Session%2007081.pdf" class="pg_filedoc">A3 Section 2: Academic Misconduct Procedure</a></p> <p><img src="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/images/icon_pdf.png" alt="File Icon" title="File Icon" height="16" width="16" /> <a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/files/A3%2D3%20Non%2DAcademic%20Misconduct%20%2D%20Session%2007081.pdf" class="pg_filedoc">A3 Section 3: Non-Academic Misconduct Procedure</a></p> <p><img src="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/images/icon_pdf.png" alt="File Icon" title="File Icon" height="16" width="16" /> <a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/files/A3%2D3%20Non%2DAcademic%20Misconduct%20Accommodation%20Annex.pdf" class="pg_filedoc">A3 Section 3: Non-Academic Misconduct Procedure - Accommodation Annex</a></p> <p><img src="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/images/icon_pdf.png" alt="File Icon" title="File Icon" height="16" width="16" /> <a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/files/A3%2D4%20Student%20Complaints%20Procedure%20%2D%20Session%2007081.pdf" class="pg_filedoc">A3 Section 4: Student Complaints Procedure</a></p> <p><img src="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/images/icon_pdf.png" alt="File Icon" title="File Icon" height="16" width="16" /> <a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/files/A4%20%2D%20Session%2007081.pdf" class="pg_filedoc">A4: Assessment and Recommendations of Assessment Boards</a></p> <p><img src="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/images/icon_pdf.png" alt="File Icon" title="File Icon" height="16" width="16" /> <a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/files/A5%20%2D%20Session%2007081.pdf" class="pg_filedoc">A5: External Examiners</a></p> <p><img src="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/images/icon_pdf.png" alt="File Icon" title="File Icon" height="16" width="16" /> <a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/files/A6%20%2D%20Session%2007081.pdf" class="pg_filedoc">A6: Research Degrees</a></p> <p><img src="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/images/icon_pdf.png" alt="File Icon" title="File Icon" height="16" width="16" /> <a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/files/A7%20%2D%20Session%2007081.pdf" class="pg_filedoc">A7: Higher Doctorates</a></p> <p><img src="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/images/icon_pdf.png" alt="File Icon" title="File Icon" height="16" width="16" /> <a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/files/A8%20%2D%20Session%200708.pdf" class="pg_filedoc">A8: Honorary Degrees</a></p> <hr /> <p></p> <p></p> <p>The above documents are in PDF format and require Adobe Acrobat Reader \[Version 4 or later\]. If you do not already have it, you can download it free from here: </p> <ul class="displayLink"> <li><a href="http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html" >Adobe Acrobat Reader </a></li> </ul> <p>If you require any of the above documentation in word format, please contact the Academic Affairs Department.</p> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="ects:StudentAssociations"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p>To get the most out of your time at The Robert Gordon University it is vital to strike the right balance between academic life and leisure time. The Student Association exists to help you achieve this. The Association also represents student interests in the University and campaigns on issues related to education, welfare and the many other aspects of student life.</p> <p>The facilities provided by the Association include: </p> <p> </p> <ul> <li> lively and popular bars </li> <li> student shop (stocking University merchandise, soft drinks and groceries) </li> <li> cafe bar </li> <li> welfare and information advice centre </li> <li> games bar </li> </ul> <ul class="displayLink"> <li><a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/rgusa" >The Student Association </a> </li> </ul> <p></p> <p>There are over 40 Clubs and Societies currently funded by the Association, including: </p> <p> </p> <ul> <li> trampoline </li> <li> volleyball </li> <li> drama </li> <li> debating </li> </ul> <p>Membership of a club or society provides excellent social activities and great opportunities to make new friends. Students are advised to contact the Student Association on arrival in order to obtain a complete list of clubs and societies</p> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="ects:StudyFacilities"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p><b>Library Services </b></p> <p>The site libraries are well stocked with a wide range of books, journals, newspapers, statistics, indices, videos, CDs and other media. Each of our sites has its own stock of learning resources relevant to the courses taught there and you are welcome to use any of the libraries for borrowing or studying. Library facilities are available seven days a week. Introductory courses are offered to new students to help familiarise them with their library. Further information is available on our Website at <br /></p> <ul class="displayLink"> <li><a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/library" >The Robert Gordon University Library </a></li> </ul> <p></p> <p><b>Computer Facilities</b></p> <p>The University has a networked computing facility, with IT Labs at 6 different sites across the University. For further details on opening times and number of pcs available, please see <a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/its/services/page.cfm?pge=4104" >www.rgu.ac.uk/its/services/page.cfm?pge=4104</a> </p> <p><b>English Language Classes </b></p> <p>These are on offer to all incoming European Exchange students, but are optional, not compulsory. The courses run from October until February, on a weekly basis, every Wednesday night. Classes will continue after February, subject to demand. The courses operate at minimal cost to students as they are subsidised by the University. <a href="http://www.rgu.ac.uk/international/english/page.cfm?pge=11089#43222" >English Language Classes</a> </p> <p>There are usually two levels:</p> <ul> <li> Intermediate </li> <li> Advanced </li> </ul> <p>Students who are here for a year and have reached Proficiency Level, have the option of transferring to Aberdeen College for exam practice where they can sit the Cambridge Proficiency Exam. There will be a small charge made by the College. More information is available on request.</p> <ul class="displayLink"> <li><a href="http://www.abcol.ac.uk" >Aberdeen College</a></li> </ul> </div> </description> <relation xsi:type="xterm:hasPart">[http://www.rgu.ac.uk/computing]</relation> <relation xsi:type="xterm:hasPart">[http://www.rgu.ac.uk/grays]</relation> <url>[http://www.rgu.ac.uk]</url> <address xsi:type="ects:Country">United Kingdom</address> <street>Schoolhill</street> <town>Aberdeen</town> <postcode>AB10 1FR</postcode> <phone>\+ 44 1224 262000</phone> <fax>+44 1224 263000</fax> <email>admissions@rgu.ac.uk</email> </provider> <provider> <identifier>[http://www.rgu.ac.uk/computing]</identifier> <title>School of Computing</title> <subject xsi:type="ects:InstitutionType">University School</subject> <description> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p><b>General Introduction to the School</b> </p> <p> At the School of Computing, students are offered tremendous flexibility in their studies. They can take advantage of a first foundation year before making a final decision about specialist areas and subjects. </p> <p> The School hosts a wide range of courses in computing, with an associated range of applications in business, engineering and education. </p> <p> In all of these, the emphasis is on the vocational application of subjects, with the School encouraging direct input from companies small, large, local and national. Awards have been presented to promising students from companies such as Logica and EDS. </p> <p> The vast majority of our graduates enter careers appropriate to their qualifications. The computer and software industries are currently extremely buoyant and a number of our graduate have taken up positions with major international companies including IBM, Logica, Scottish Widows, BP and Conoco. Alternatively, many have set up small businesses to supply the oil industry with computing expertise as it has gone down the route of outsourcing to sub-contractors. </p> <p> Current research areas within the School are extensive and students can enrol for MPhil and PhD research degrees. The School is also involved in Government funded collaborative Teaching Company projects in association with local industry, and joint research projects with companies throughout Europe. </p> <p> Centrally located at St Andrew St, the School has extensive networked computing facilities which support high quality software with a selection of current operating systems. Access to laboratories is also available most evenings and at weekends.</p> <p></p> <table> <tr><td><span class="pg_tableheader"> Head of School </span></td><td>Professor Ian Allison</td></tr> <tr><td><span class="pg_tableheader"> Number of Staff </span></td><td> 36 </td></tr> <tr><td><span class="pg_tableheader"> Number of Students </span></td><td> 500 </td></tr> </table> </div> </description> <relation xsi:type="xterm:isPartOf">[http://www.rgu.ac.uk]</relation> <street>St Andrew Street</street> <town>Aberdeen</town> <postcode>AB25 1HG</postcode> <course> <title>BSc/BSc (Hons) Computer Science</title> <subject xsi:type="ects:LearningOpportunityType">DegreeProgramme</subject> </course> <course> <title>BSc/BSc (Hons) Computing for Graphics and Animation</title> <subject xsi:type="ects:LearningOpportunityType">DegreeProgramme</subject> </course> <course> <title>BSc/BSc (Hons) Computing for Internet and Multimedia</title> <subject xsi:type="ects:LearningOpportunityType">DegreeProgramme</subject> </course> <course> <title>BSc/BSc (Hons) Information Systems Technology</title> <subject xsi:type="ects:LearningOpportunityType">DegreeProgramme</subject> </course> <course> <title>BSc/BSc (Hons) Multimedia Development</title> <subject xsi:type="ects:LearningOpportunityType">DegreeProgramme</subject> </course> <course> <identifier>CM2012</identifier> <title>2D Animation</title> <subject xsi:type="ects:LearningOpportunityType">CourseUnit</subject> <subject>2D Animation</subject> <subject>Vector Graphics</subject> <subject>Web Graphics</subject> <description xsi:type="xterm:prerequisites">No prerequisites, in addition to course entry requirements. No corequisites. No precluded modules</description> <description xsi:type="xterm:aim"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p>To provide the student with the ability to understand the fundamental concepts of two-dimensional animation and associated tools.<br />To develop basic two-dimensional animation applications. </p> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="xterm:learningOutcome"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p>On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:</p> <table class="descriptormed" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr><td valign="top">1.</td><td style="text-align: justify;">Design and evaluate techniques for animating objects.<br /></td></tr> <tr><td valign="top">2.</td><td style="text-align: justify;">Make effective use of scripting languages to add interactive features to animation applications.<br /></td></tr> <tr><td valign="top">3.</td><td style="text-align: justify;">Make effective use of scripting languages to animate objects.<br /></td></tr> </tbody> </table> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="xterm:topic"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p>Animation techniques: key framing, tweening.</p> <p>Controlling Animation: Physical modelling.</p> <p>Scripting to provide interactive and dynamic aspects to animations.</p> <p>Animation for the Web.</p> <p>Simple 2D Game design. Games engines. Collision detection.</p> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="xterm:studyHours"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <table> <tbody> <tr><td><em>Contact Hours</em><br /></td><td>Full Time</td></tr> <tr><td>Lectures / Tutorials<br /></td><td>12</td></tr> <tr><td>Laboratories <br /></td><td>36</td></tr> <tr><td>Coursework preparation<br /></td><td>24</td></tr> <tr><td>Assessment<br /></td><td>10</td></tr> <tr><td><em><br />Directed Study</em><br /></td><td> </td></tr> <tr><td>Information gathering<br /></td><td>27</td></tr> <tr><td><em><br />Private Study</em><br /></td><td> </td></tr> <tr><td>Private Study<br /></td><td>41</td></tr> </tbody> </table> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="xterm:teachingStrategy"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p>Key concepts are introduced and illustrated through lectures. In the laboratories the students will progress through a sequence of exercises to develop sufficient knowledge of 2D animation tools and environments to enable them to complete the practical design and implementation of 2D animations.</p> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="xterm:assessmentStrategy"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <table> <tbody> <tr><td></td><td>Learning Outcomes Assessed<br /></td></tr> <tr><td>Component 1</td><td >1,2,3<br /></td></tr> </tbody> </table> <p>Component 1 - Coursework</p> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="xterm:indicativeResource"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p>1. REINHARDT, R., and DOWD, S., 2002. The Flash MX Bible. John Wiley & Sons.</p> <p>2. BHANGAL, S., DAVEY, J., and RHODES G., 2002. Macromedia Flash MX Designers ActionScript Reference. Friends of ED</p> </div> </description> <url>[http://www.rgu.ac.uk/prospectus/modules/disp_moduleView.cfm?Descriptor=CM2012&Revision=1]</url> <credit> <level xsi:type="scqf:Level">SCQF 8</level> <value xsi:type="scqf:Points">15</value> </credit> <credit> <level></level> <value xsi:type="ects:Credit">7.5</value> </credit> </course> </provider> <provider> <identifier>[http://www.rgu.ac.uk/grays]</identifier> <title>Gray's School of Art</title> <subject xsi:type="ects:InstitutionType">University School</subject> <description> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p><b>General Introduction to the School</b></p> <p> The most northerly art school in Britain, Gray's purpose built facilities are set in beautiful parkland on the River Dee, a short distance from Aberdeen city centre. The School has its own gallery and regularly hosts international conferences and exhibitions. Students are provided with their own dedicated workspace in the School's studios and workshops, and have access to excellent technical facilities. The School is noted for its use of the latest technology - a recent degree show of honours students' work could be viewed on the Internet or via a video link up to Aberdeen and London. </p> <p> All the School's tutors are active successful practitioners - a reason perhaps for the students' high success rates in major competition. Though noted for its strong links with the local and regional communities, Gray's has a high national and international profile. The Guests at Gray's programme attracts many eminent artists and designers to lecture at the School, study trips are arranged for students to major international art centres in Europe and the USA, and the School has numerous student exchange links with European Colleges. </p> <p> An important aspect of the School is its close liaison with industrial and professional partners. All Honours degree programmes have a professional/industrial advisory group to make sure students graduate with a high level of professionalism and the relevant skills. Gray's also has a unique cross-faculty Design for Industry course, which aims to meet the demands of designers working in the manufacturing industry.</p> <p></p> <table> <tr><td><span class="pg_tableheader"> Head of School </span></td><td> Dr Stuart MacDonald </td></tr> <tr><td><span class="pg_tableheader"> Number of Staff </span></td><td> 60 </td></tr> <tr><td><span class="pg_tableheader"> Number of Students </span></td><td> 600 </td></tr> </table> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="ects:EctsCoordinator"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div id="hcard-Cameron-Campbell" class="vcard"> <span class="fn n"> <span class="given-name">Cameron</span> <span class="family-name">Campbell</span> </span> <div class="org">The Robert Gordon University</div> <a class="email" href="mailto:c.campbell@rgu.ac.uk" >c.campbell@rgu.ac.uk</a> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">Garthdee Road</div> <span class="locality">Aberdeen</span>, <span class="postal-code">AB10 7QD</span> <span class="country-name">United Kingdom</span> </div> <div class="tel">\+ 44 1224 263607</div> </div> </div> </description> <relation xsi:type="xterm:isPartOf">[http://www.rgu.ac.uk]</relation> <url>[http://www.rgu.ac.uk/grays]</url> <street>Garthdee Road</street> <town>Aberdeen</town> <postcode>AB10 7QD</postcode> <phone>+44 1224 263600</phone> <fax>+44 1224 263636</fax> <course> <title>BA/BA (Hons) Design and Craft</title> <subject xsi:type="ects:LearningOpportunityType">DegreeProgramme</subject> </course> <course> <title>BSc/BSc (Hons) Design for Industry</title> <subject xsi:type="ects:LearningOpportunityType">DegreeProgramme</subject> </course> <course> <title>BA/BA (Hons) Fine Art</title> <subject xsi:type="ects:LearningOpportunityType">DegreeProgramme</subject> </course> <course> <identifier>AA3621</identifier> <title>Audio And Video Post Production</title> <subject xsi:type="ects:LearningOpportunityType">CourseUnit</subject> <subject>Audio</subject> <subject>Video</subject> <subject>Post-production</subject> <subject>Management</subject> <subject>Editing</subject> <description xsi:type="xterm:prerequisites">No prequisites; no corequisites; no precluded modules</description> <description xsi:type="xterm:aim"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p>To provide the student with the ability to understand and creatively apply appropriate software and associated media in the post production stage of multimedia projects.</p> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="xterm:learningOutcome"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p>On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:</p> <table> <tbody> <tr><td>1.</td><td>Recognise and discuss the fundamental technical and aesthetic requirements in the editing and assembly of audio and video artifacts for multimedia projects<br /><br /></td></tr> <tr><td>2.</td><td>Use software tools in the editing, manipulation and assembly of appropriate audio and video components in the post-production stage of multimedia based project work.<br /><br /></td></tr> <tr><td>3.</td><td>Coordinate and assemble audio and video multimedia components in the context of a multimedia project in a creative and coherent manner.<br /></td></tr> </tbody> </table> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="xterm:studyHours"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <table> <tbody> <tr><td><br /><em>Contact Hours</em><br /></td><td>Full Time</td></tr> <tr><td>Lectures/Demonstrations<br /></td><td>12</td></tr> <tr><td>Labs/Workshops<br /></td><td>36</td></tr> <tr><td>Assessment<br /></td><td>24</td></tr> <tr><td><br /><em>Directed Study</em><br /></td><td> </td></tr> <tr><td>Information Gathering<br /></td><td>24</td></tr> <tr><td><br /><em>Private Study</em><br /></td><td> </td></tr> <tr><td><br /></td><td>54</td></tr> </tbody> </table> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="xterm:teachingStrategy"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p>The module includes laboratory demonstrations and exercises, study sessions, and studio/workshop-based projects</p> </div> </description> <description xsi:type="xterm:assessmentStrategy"> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <table> <tbody> <tr><td></td><td>Learning Outcomes Assessed<br /></td></tr> <tr><td>Component 1 </td><td>1,2,3</td></tr> </tbody> </table> <p>Digital portfolio submission.</p> </div> </description> <credit> <level xsi:type="scqf:Level">SCQF 9</level> <value xsi:type="scqf:Points">15</value> </credit> <credit> <level></level> <value xsi:type="ects:Credit">7.5</value> </credit> </course> </provider> </catalog>