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University of Malta

University of Malta. Outstanding Past Bright Future. Studying at the University of Malta a guided tour through the maze. University of Malta. Outstanding Past Bright Future. Rector’s Office. Registrar’s Office. Faculty Office. Departmental Office. Academic Administration.

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  1. University of Malta Outstanding Past Bright Future

  2. Studying at the University of Malta a guided tour through the maze University of Malta Outstanding Past Bright Future

  3. Rector’s Office Registrar’s Office Faculty Office Departmental Office Academic Administration

  4. Main Contact Points In case of difficulties and problems, seek help immediately, not after you sit for exams and fail! • Re Academic matters, contact your Head of Department • Re Administrative matters, contact your Faculty Office (check list of Faculty Officers which was sent to you attached to the acceptance letter) • Students Advisory Services http://www.um.edu.mt/sas • Counselling Unit http://www.um.edu.mt/counselling

  5. Main Contact Points (cont.) • Registrar’s Office http://www.um.edu.mt/registrar • Special Needs Facilitator – Ms Marchita Mangiafico • Pro-Rector for Student & Institutional Affairs – Professor Mary Anne Lauri • International & EU Office • Main Contact for overseas students and local students who spend a semester abroad on an Erasmus exchange

  6. Channels of Student Representation • Senate • Faculty Boards • Kunsill Studenti Universitarji – KSUhttp://www.ksu.org.mt • Student Organisations

  7. Gender Issues Committee • Contact Details: • Email – gender.committee@um.edu.mt • Website – www.um.edu.mt/gender • Main Functions • promotes a policy of equal opportunities; and • monitors complaints from University staff and students in connection with sex discriminatory practices • Mentoring Scheme A Mentoring Scheme was set up by the Gender Issues Committee in order to: • help students in their academic work; and • give students an insight into the world of work

  8. Regulations • General Regulations for University Awards • these are the general regulations which govern all courses • Bye-Laws for each course • these are the specific bye-laws governing each particular course • Bye-laws for all courses are available online on the Office of the Registrar website: www.um.edu.mt/registrar/regulations

  9. www.um.edu.mt/registrar

  10. Regulations and Bye-Laws page

  11. Course Bye-Laws Page

  12. Course Programmes • Programmes of Study consist of different categories of study-units: • Compulsory study-units – units which have to be followed • Elective study-units – a group of units from which you have to choose a particular number • Optional study-units – any unit offered by the University; choice is subject to certain restrictions

  13. Course Programmes (cont.) • Almost all courses are divided into study-units to each of which ECTS credits are assigned. • Workload for an academic year is 60 credits, divided into 30 credits per semester. • Students need to pass ALL study-units to obtain the required 60 credits and progress regularly to the next year.

  14. Course Programmes (cont.)Where can I find useful information regarding my course? • Programmes of study and other course-related information can be found on: www.um.edu.mt/courses Find a Course

  15. One of the most important questions: Course Programmes (cont.) What if I fail in a study-unit?

  16. Course Programmes (cont.) It’s a warning sign but NOT the end of the world. Regulations provide for: • Re-sits assessments up to a limited number (16) of credits • the possibility of referring not more than 10 credits to the next year (conditional progression) But, if you fail too many credits, you may have to repeat the year, if eligible. Attendance for all lectures is obligatory.

  17. Other FAQs • I am on a two subject degree – which is my Home Faculty? • Are all my lectures in the same building? • How do I find my way around? • What if I am sick and cannot attend a lecture or an examination? • How much time am I allowed to apply for a revision of paper? ONE WEEK following the publication of the result on eSIMS.

  18. Assignments • Beware of PLAGIARISM • Proper quotations • List of references • Bibliography • Do not use Wikipedia • Plagiarism avoidance guidelines, useful to download: http://www.um.edu.mt/registrar/regulations/general DOCUMENTS: • Plagiarism and Collusion Guidelines • How to Avoid Plagiarism

  19. Student Conduct

  20. Administrative Info for Students

  21. Academic Calendar

  22. Manage UoM’s IT Infrastructure Provide facilities / tools to staff and students with related needs Further information on IT Services – www.um.edu.mt/itservices UoM IT Account Activating your UoM IT Account IT Services

  23. Activating UoM IT Account

  24. Activating UoM IT Account (cont.)

  25. Activating UoM IT Account (cont.)

  26. Bank Account • No VISA accounts will be accepted • Instead of the usual bank account, students are to provide their IBAN Accounts • IBAN consists of 31 alphanumeric characters • Verification of IBAN account can be done either via internet banking or by inquiring at one’s bank of choice

  27. eSIMS Student Information Management System… …on the Web

  28. Accessing eSIMS • To use eSIMS you must first activate your IT Services e-mail account: https://accounts.um.edu.mt/activate/ • You have received your activation code and instructions on how to activate your account with your letter of acceptance * • Activate your e-mail account TODAY! * Those admitted following the MATSEC September session will receive their letter of acceptance and their activation code within the next two weeks

  29. Accessing eSIMS To logon, select eSIMS from the Quicklinks or, type www.um.edu.mt/esims in the Web browser

  30. eSIMS – Login Type your Student University IT Account login details

  31. eSIMS – to access information • eSIMS is the Web Portal that gives you access to important information, including: • Study-Units database • Your personal academic record • Student Intray system • eSIMS Notice Board • Useful links for students

  32. eSIMS – access your personal record • View and update your personal details • Mailing address • Next of kin contact details • Stipend details • View your registered course details • View your registered study-units • View your current/historic academic record • View your RESULTS

  33. eSIMS – perform student tasks online • Enrol for the course each academic year (first year students – instructions enclosed with letter of acceptance) • 1st – 29th October 2013 • Register for DegreePlus study-units • 8th – 14th October 2013 • Submit your feedback about study-units • at the end of each semester

  34. eSIMS Main Page

  35. Study-Units Database

  36. Study-Units Details

  37. eSIMS – View Your Current Results

  38. eSIMS – Unit Result Details

  39. eSIMS – FAQ’s & Support • If you encounter problems related to eSIMS please consult the Frequently Asked Question section: http://www.um.edu.mt/registrar/students/esimsfaq • If the issue is not resolved kindly click on the ‘Contact Us’ tab or send an e-mail to: support.esims@um.edu.mt In your correspondence, always quote your: • Student Number found on your letter of acceptance

  40. Other Important Points to remember • Remember to regularly check your University e-mail for any eSIMS notifications that are sent periodically. • Official communications from the University are ALWAYS sent to your University e-mail address, given to you when you activate your UoM IT Account. • However, you may choose to forward e-mail to an existing non-University email address • Always use your University e-mail address in all your correspondence with the University.

  41. LIBRARY CARD • The LIBRARY CARD will only be issued if it is requested. • Otherwise, the National Identity Card will be accepted in all circumstances as an official document • (e.g. to borrow books and to sit for examinations).

  42. This presentation is available at: http://www.um.edu.mt/registrar/students

  43. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION GOOD LUCK IN YOUR STUDIES! Enjoy your stay at the University of Malta from the Office of the REGISTRAR

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