S.L. 327.457 Art. 6Programme of study.

(1) The programme of study shall comprise study-units to which a total of 120 ECTS credits are assigned, of which 80 ECTS credits are assigned to taught and practical study-units, 10 ECTS credits are assigned to two summer stages and 30 ECTS credits are assigned to the dissertation study-unit.

(2) Students who obtain a minimum of 60 ECTS credits assigned to taught and practical study-units with an average mark of at least 50% and do not proceed with the course, or having proceeded do not successfully complete the course, shall be eligible for the award of the Postgraduate Diploma.

(3) The programme of study shall be published after approval by Senate, normally not less than eight months prior to the commencement of the course.

(4) All students shall be required to undertake two compulsory summer stages abroad at an institution approved by the Board, as indicated in the programme of study.