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Hi Laurie - you'll probably get lots of replies from people with more experience of fullscale modular programmes than we have here at Brighton, where we've retained a fairly mixed approach But there does seem to be a consensus that using mainly single modules completed and assessed within a term or semester leads to fragmentation and problems of over-assessment. Because of this, there's been a move back to 'long thin ' and/or double module here. best wishes Pauline -----Original Message----- From: learning development in higher education network [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Laurie Lumsden Sent: 04 May 2006 12:03 To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Re: Modularisation Good morning all. TCD is considering moving towards modularisation of its programs. We think this will mean complete subjects and assessment each term. It might also allow greater subject flexibility for students. Currently the norm is for three terms with a major emphasis on end-of-year exams. What kinds of learning support changes occurred in the UK when similar changes were made there? Laurie Lumsden