What are course manuals?
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A course manual is a crucial yet often overlooked document that provides detailed information about each course for the current semester. It can be accessed through StudIP. Each course manual is prepared by the lecturers and is based on the module descriptions outlined in the "Special Regulations." The manual summarizes the course content, provides an overview of the topics covered in each session, defines the learning objectives that students are expected to achieve by the end of the course, and details the workload and attendance requirements in accordance with the current examination regulations. It also includes important information about examination modalities (such as the form of the examination, the tasks involved, and the calculation of the module grade), offers essential tips for successfully completing the course, and provides introductory and further reading materials that are fundamental to the course. These readings should be reviewed before and after the course. Note that attendance hours constitute only a small part of the overall workload; self-study between sessions takes up significantly more time. The recommended literature in the course manual serves as a suitable foundation for this independent study, which students should undertake based on their interests. By dedicating a few minutes at the beginning of each semester to read the course manual, you will be well-prepared for your courses and will have a clear understanding of what is expected and what is offered. This document answers all essential questions about the course.
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