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Assessment Boards

MCP and UPAB

The Mark Confirmation Process (MCP) considers module marks which are then presented to a University Progression and Award Board (UPAB) where decisions about student progress and awards are taken.

 

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Assessment board Schedule 2025-26  (Please note Paramedic Science HLA boards are subject to review)

 

Further information on classification of awards and grade boundaries can be found in the Academic Regulations. Explanations of award titles, including exit awards, can be found in your programme handbook.

 

Assessment Board FAQs

  • Why can't I see my results in ICON?

    Marks remain provisional until they have been confirmed through the two tier assessment board process.  Once marks have been confirmed they will be displayed on the ‘Your Course’ section of ICON. 

  • What is a provisional Mark?

    All marks are provisional until they have been presented firstly at a Mark Confirmation Process (MCP) and then the University Progression and Award Board (UPAB).  Your module tutor will provide provisional marks 20 working days after the submission deadline date.

    Once your marks have been confirmed by the UPAB you will be sent an email to all the email addresses we hold for you (please make sure these are up to date, by checking them on the Student Portal) advising you that your marks are now able to be viewed in ICON. 

  • What information will be available in ICON after the UPAB?

    You will be able to view your marks for each module along with any recommendations from the assessment board such as reassessment opportunities or outcomes of EC claims. 

    An email prompt will be sent from the Assessment Team advising you to log onto ICON when new results become available. You must check this carefully as you may have action to carry out once you have been notified of your results.  You can direct any queries you may have to the Assessment Team using the ‘Query’ option on ICON.

  • Can I find out when the Assessment Boards take place?

    Assessment board Schedule 2025-26 contains Module Confirmation Process dates and University Progression and Award Board dates  and other related academic activity for the current academic year along with the formal examination weeks and standard reassessment submission deadlines.

     

  • How often will I receive notification of my marks following the board?

    All students will usually receive a transcript of results annually.   

    However, if you have failed an assignment or not submitted and have either reassessment or deferrals due to a valid extenuating circumstances claim then you will receive a transcript of results via email following the assessment board to notify you of their recommendation and the submission deadline date or any action that may have been considered.

    The information will also be made available through ICON.

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