Module Enrolment Guide: 2025/2026
Know Your Degree Requirements
Start by checking:
- Core modules – These are compulsory.
- Optional modules – You can choose based on your interests or career goals.
- Credit requirements – Most courses require 120 credits per year.
Tip: Check your course handbook or university portal for the most up-to-date curriculum.
Research Modules
Go beyond the title – look at:
- Module descriptions
- Assessment types (essays, exams, group work)
- Teaching format (lectures, labs, seminars)
- Prerequisites – Some modules require you to have taken others first.
Ask lecturers or check past student reviews if you’re unsure about difficulty or workload.
Align with Your Goals
- Career planning: Choose modules that support your career aspirations (e.g. Data Analysis for business students).
- Postgraduate prep: Interested in a Master’s or PhD? Look for advanced or research-heavy modules.
- Personal interest: Passion matters – if you’re excited about a topic, you’ll likely perform better.
Balance Your Workload
Don’t overload on high-assessment modules in one term. Try to:
- Mix practical and theoretical modules.
- Consider workload balance across semesters.
Use a spreadsheet or timetable planner to visualize clashes or busy periods.
Ask for Advice
- Academic advisors can help with credit balancing and future planning.
- Older students or course reps often give great practical advice.
- Careers services may help align modules with job prospects.
Check Deadlines & Enrol Early
Module enrolment opens at different times depending on your school or year. Get in early to secure your top picks.
Extra Tips
- Language or interdisciplinary modules can broaden your skill set.
- Some universities let you audit modules – attend without assessment.
- Keep a backup list in case modules fill up quickly.