European master in Computer Science for the Human-Centric and Sustainable Industry

CONTINUOUS EVALUATION

Continuous assessment aims to provide reliable information for improved teaching and enhanced student learning, supporting educators in refining their methods and rigorously evaluating student progress. Student achievements are assessed through ongoing evaluations in all subjects, a Final Master Project presented to a panel of professors, and the submission of memory and practice reports.

Highlights of the Ongoing Evaluation of EMaCS:

1. Evaluation Structure:
   • Examinations and assessments are scheduled at the end of each semester.
   • Some modules, taught by guest scholars, may have assessments immediately after completion.
2. Assessment Variety:
   • Reports and homework contribute to final grades.
   • Exams can be oral or written, offering options such as open questions, multiple-choice questions, or project reports.
3. Subject Assessment Details:
   • Lecturers outline assessment details, objectives, methodology, and competences at the semester's start.
   • Methods are adapted for students with special needs to ensure competence achievement.
4. Evaluation Calls:
   • Students have two opportunities per subject per academic year (first ordinary call, second ordinary call, and extraordinary call for completion of studies).
   • The second ordinary call is considered a recovery procedure, allowing for a 100% evaluation of the subject.
   • The teaching guide may propose a single final evaluation in the second ordinary call as an alternative.
5. Course Retake:
   • Failing the second ordinary call requires retaking the course.
6. Semester Start Requirements:
   • Before a new semester, students must pass exams with at least 90% of approved ECTS.
   • Successful completion of 60 ECTS in the first year is required to start the second EMaCS course."

INTERNSHIPS

The program emphasizes the importance of practical experience, ensuring that every aspect aligns seamlessly with the vital competences required for a triumphant completion of the internship subject. This holistic approach mirrors the university's dedication to nurturing well-rounded professionals, arming candidates with the skills and knowledge to stand out in their chosen fields.

Highlights of EMaCS Internship Evaluation:

1. Internships will have co-tutors, one from the university and one from the partner institution.
2. To pass the internship subjects, attending the designated center, entity, department, or service is essential. Participation in the required activities within that context, along with related academic activities, must be duly accredited. Simply put, active and verified engagement in the practical setting is a fundamental requirement for successful internship evaluation.
3. The evaluation of the internships will be carried out based on the following criteria:

FINAL MASTER PROJECT

The Final Master Project is a core subject in EMaCS, extending across the fourth semester with a workload of 30 ECTS.

Highlights of EMaCS Final Master Project Evaluation:

1. Students need to create and present an original project that shows their skills in areas like internships, professional matters, or research from lab subjects. Final Master Projects should be submitted in the first two weeks of July in the second year.
2. Students submit a well-supported proposal by the middle of the third semester, and the definitive project theme is determined by the Consortium
3. Each student collaborates with one or more professors serving as project directors. These directors will establish general project guidelines and provide continuous monitoring of the student's work.
4. Students have the option to propose a co-director not affiliated with the master's staff, pending approval from the Consortium.
5. The project presentation consists of a 15-minute talk followed by a question session. Details about the evaluation board, method, and presentation date are announced well ahead of time.
6. Evaluation Criteria:
   1. 50% of the final grade is based on director or co-directors' evaluation.
   2. Another 50% comes from the evaluation board's assessment.
   3. Passing both evaluation processes is a requirement for successful completion.

FINAL ASSESSMENT

The completion of the EMaCS program is achieved when a student successfully passes all semesters. Each partner institution employs its respective grading system, alongside the ECTS grading scale, ensuring transparency and facilitating the recognition of academic accomplishments across different partner institutions. The Grading System provides information on the equivalence of grades between ECTS and the local grading system.

Highlights of EMaCS Final Assessment:

• At the end of each academic year, the examination board conducts an annual review of student study performance. Students exhibiting very weak performance may encounter restrictions on continuing their studies.
• No single evaluation in the master's program will carry more than a 40% weight in the student's overall grade. EMaCS utilizes diverse evaluation methods across subjects to maintain this balance.
• The maximum percentages for each evaluation system are as follows:

• Student's academic record qualification, based on predefined modules, contributes to 60% of the final grade. The remaining 40% is determined by an evaluation of merits.

EVALUATION OF MERITS

The EMaCS master's degree Merit Assessment includes a three-member Evaluation Committee (internal and external) that evaluates the student's academic record and trajectory based on the following parameters:

GRADING SYSTEM

Each Partner will use its own grading system and a grade point average (GPA), as well as a statistical distribution by subject (which will be specified along with the grade according to the ECTS system in the semester transcripts of results that are attached at the end of this document.

The Grade Point Average (GPA) is an average of all the grade points earned over the course of EMaCS degree programme. It is the measure used to summarise academic achievement.

The conversion table between the national grades and the ECTS system is below:

The grade point average is obtained by adding the credits obtained, and multiplying each by the grade obtained on the pertinent national scale and dividing by the total amount of credits. With the help of the conversion table, the final score will be expressed in the ECTS scale.

EVALUATION OF STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

The evaluation systems in EMaCS are adapted to accommodate students with diverse needs, ensuring their rights and promoting inclusion without compromising academic standards. The Consortium prioritizes accessibility, making web pages and electronic teaching tools accessible to individuals with disabilities. For students requiring educational support or with functional diversity, evaluation resources are customized based on recommendations from the Committee on Ethics, Equity, and Inclusion. Grade reviews are tailored to the specific needs of these students, with subject Coordinators implementing methodological adaptations under the committee's supervision, including any necessary specific reviews.