What does level mean?
Each unit is currently allocated one of four levels – introductory, intermediate, advanced and masters – indicated in the summary description of each unit in the lists of Units by Topic. These refer to the degree of sophistication and knowledge normally expected of someone who can successfully study and meet all the intended learning outcomes. When we allocated levels to each unit, these were based on the assumption that you have an interest in the subject of the unit, but not that you have any prior subject knowledge. Another benchmark we used to assign level was reading/study abilities, which we have broadly equated to your previous educational qualifications. You will find below a guide to how these compare, and you may find this helpful when selecting the right level for you to study.
Each unit is currently allocated one of four levels – introductory, intermediate, advanced and masters – indicated in the summary description of each unit in the lists of Units by Topic. These refer to the degree of sophistication and knowledge normally expected of someone who can successfully study and meet all the intended learning outcomes. When we allocated levels to each unit, these were based on the assumption that you have an interest in the subject of the unit, but not that you have any prior subject knowledge. Another benchmark we used to assign level was reading/study abilities, which we have broadly equated to your previous educational qualifications. You will find below a guide to how these compare, and you may find this helpful when selecting the right level for you to study. To take a full part in the suggested activities and exercises and devote enough time to think through what the unit is about, the previous educational qualifications normally expected for each unit wo
