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External Examiner roles at UWS
We've created a suite of videos that provide an introduction to the External Examiner roles here at UWS.
All the handbooks referred to in the videos can be accessed at UWS Policies,
Procedures, Guidance.
To contact the Quality Enhancement and Standards Team, e-mail
quest@uws.ac.uk or external-examiner@uws.ac.uk
External Examiner Induction - Welcome
An overview of the four key resources that cover the information you'll need to undertake your role as an external examiner here at UWS.
Resource 1: Culture, profile and schools
External Examiner Induction Resource 1 covers general information on the University. It gives you a sense of the UWS culture, our student and staff profile, and the structure of our academic schools.
Resource 2: Quality Enhancement Framework
Resource 2 covers the Quality Enhancement Framework in Scotland. It outlines the UWS approach to external examining, including information on the roles and responsibilities of each specific appointment.
Resource 3: examination board operation
Resource 3 outlines the operation of the examination boards. You can see what kind of information you'll be expected to review and the activities you should expect to undertake.
Resource 4: what happens to your report
Resource 4 provides you with information on what happens to your report. It also includes an overview of the key themes raised in recent years' External Examiner Reports.