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Each year you will complete a number of essays and formal exams, which are designed to measure your level of achievement and understanding of the subject matter:

FIRST YEAR


You will submit two essays in each of the autumn and spring terms, and take three formal examinations at the end of the academic year.


SECOND YEAR


You will take four formal examinations relating to each of your four courses at the end of the academic year and submit one 4,000-word essay which should address interests arising directly from your courses.


THIRD YEAR


Assessment is based on four formal examinations at the end of the academic year relating to the Special Option Courses and one 5,000-word essay on a topic of particular interest.

In addition to formal assessments, you will be assessed informally on an ongoing basis, which may include:

  • Contribution to class discussion
  • Class presentations
  • Written work


At the end of each course, you will have a tutorial session with your personal tutor to discuss your progress and performance.