Periodic Review: Guidelines for External Experts

Every periodic review has at least one external panel member. 

As the external panel member you will be asked to:

•  read the periodic review documentation;

•  prepare a list of questions/issues you would like to explore as part of the review meeting's agenda;

•  visit the University for a meeting and contribute to discussions with the department;

•  comment on a draft report.

The University will pay you a fee of £250 and will meet travel and subsistence expenses according to normal internal rates.    Accommodation for one night can be arranged if required.

As an external panel member, your main role is to examine:

• The currency of the curriculum;
• The appropriateness of the curriculum in relation to national benchmarks and similar provision at other HEIs;
• The appropriateness of the strategy for assessment;
• The quality of the student experience.

To assist you in your role, there is a brief overview and guide to the process. 

In addition, you may wish to explore the following documentation:

Sample programme

Procedures for Periodic Review