Courses
The courses at UCM are taught at three different levels; 100, 200 and 300 level. These levels indicate an increasing level of complexity. At levels above 100 prerequisites for enrolment might be stipulated.
100 level: Introductory, no prior knowledge required.
200 level: Intermediate, might have course prerequisites.
300 level: Advanced, will have course prerequisites, such as having completed an introductory course or sometimes a level 200 course.
The Course Catalogue contains a description of all the courses that are on offer at UCM. The level of the course is indicated by the course number, the first digit of which indicates the course level.
Learning is all about being interested in the subject matter. This, by far, forms the best motivation to study. However, as we all know this is not where it ends. Teachers will want to know if you have mastered the skills and content of a course. An important part of such an evaluation includes examinations.
At UCM, the policy is to have a diverse range of examination methods: papers, essay questions, take home tests or oral tests. Whatever method applies will suit the nature of the subject matter you are studying.
Furthermore, each course will always have 2 moments and methods of assessment. Sometimes there will be three such moments. Continual assessment has several benefits. First, passing a course does not depend on one crucial final exam. Second, it gives students feedback half way into the course. The final test may provide an opportunity to readjust and do better. This means that students can learn from their mistakes. Finally, this approach acknowledges the fact that some students perform better on certain types of assessment. Some are better in writing papers while others are better in answering essay questions.
