Learning Framework | Middlesex University

Applicant FAQs

No, this will have no impact on your offer to study on your chosen course. If you have already received an offer from us, the details contained in your offer letter are correct.

No, whilst some aspects of the course structure may change, the duration of the course remains the same and the tuition fee will be the same as that advertised on our website and in your offer letter.

In some instances, degree titles may change to reflect the course modules and specialised areas of study. We know that award titles can be very important to students. In some cases, you may have chosen (or be considering) Middlesex as a place to study because of a particular award title for your subject of interest. We will communicate any changes and what this means for you and your future graduate and employability plans.

The new framework has already come into effect for undergraduate students from the 2024/25 academic year. These changes will also be introduced for all postgraduate students from September 2025 (2025/26 academic year).

No, the published entry requirements for the course you applied to are the same and your application will be considered in the same way as everyone else.

If you already have your CAS for September, you will not need a new one unless the title of your degree changes, in which case we contact you and issue you a new CAS. If your degree title is unchanged, the start and end dates on your existing CAS still apply, so you can use your CAS to secure your visa.

UKVI may ask you general questions about your course during a visa application interview. This is to determine that you have a genuine interest in your chosen course of study, and you understand what it entails. The structural changes to your course will not impact the interview process, however you should ensure that you familiarise yourself with the revised course specification for your own information.

It's a good idea to ensure you have as much information as possible before making your choice. You can contact us and discuss the changes to your course structure, and what it practically means for you.

Contact our Applicant Engagement Team on undergraduate@mdx.ac.uk, postgraduate@mdx.ac.uk or 0208 411 555 or live chat via our website.

It is perfectly natural for applicants to feel unsure during the application process. University is a big commitment, but it's never too late to change your mind. and we're here to support you. If you have any doubts about your choice, we advise you to contact us to discuss your options, so you can make an informed decision.

No, you do not need to do anything if you have already accepted your offer. We only advise that you familiarise yourself with the revised course specification for your own information.

We're sorry that the changes haven't met your expectations. Our Learning Framework has been designed based on consultation and feedback from students to deliver the best teaching and learning experience. If you'd like to discuss this further, please don't hesitate to contact our admissions advisers at 0208 411 5555 or through live chat. We're here to assist you with the next steps.

Student FAQs

The new framework has already been successfully introduced for undergraduate students from the 2024/25 academic year. All postgraduate programmes will be delivered through the new framework from September 2025 (academic year 2025/26).

The main goal of our new learning framework is to ensure that all our modules and programmes are designed to best support your learning and success.

This includes positive enhancements such as:

The expansion of the academic year into three semesters, giving students better opportunities to catch up and complete any necessary retakes
Embedding the graduate competencies needed by employers directly into the curriculum
Giving students the opportunity to conduct re-takes for mid-module assessment ahead of the end of module, where possible.

Whilst financial sustainability is important, our priority is to make changes that benefit your experience. All proposals in the new learning framework have been developed closely through gathering of student feedback on what works well currently and what can be improved. In 2024, we were recognised as one of the top 5 universities in the country for responding to student feedback - so involving students closely throughout this process is a priority for us.

There are some aspects of the learning framework that are more supportive for students and make some financial savings for the University. For example, having fewer small modules that are expensive to run and that don't give the right opportunities to a vibrant learning community.

There are also many other aspects of the learning framework, such as those listed above, that'll cost more money, but we believe will make a meaningful improvement to your student experience.

We don't expect that the structure of the teaching week would affect those on placements and internships.

The new learning framework will come into effect for postgraduate students from the start of the next academic year (September 2025). Therefore, you’ll not be affected by these proposed changes unless you are expecting that you may need to retake one or more modules next year.

As part of the new learning framework, teaching on each programme will be structured so that students must be on campus for at most three days a week. This does not mean that students will have less face-to-face teaching time but relates to how we will structure students' timetables. This is intended to improve the student experience by making it easier for students to plan their teaching timetable around other responsibilities such as part-time work or caring roles. We also believe that these changes will reduce the costs for students travelling to campus; making our teaching provision more accessible.

An award title is what appears on your degree transcript. For some programmes this reflects a series of modules that show you have specialised in that area of study. We know that award titles can be very important to students. In some cases, you may have chosen (or be choosing) Middlesex as a place to study because of a particular award title for your subject of interest. For any programmes where award titles are changing, current students will be able to keep their original award title. The exact process for making this request will be communicated to students ahead of their graduation.

Depending on your programme, you may have a change in the optional modules available for you to select in subsequent years of study. If you have any optional modules to select for the next academic year, then you will have been invited to choose these as part of subsequent communications about the Learning Framework and your studies.

Within your new programme structure PDF, you can see all the modules taught across your programme and an indication of likely optional modules. Please note that not all optional modules may be available every year as they are subject to receiving sufficient interest from students. Some optional modules that Middlesex ran in the past may have been removed from your programme structure due to a lack of interest from students in past years. These modules may also have been removed following feedback from employers about their relevancy to the graduate jobs market.

We're sorry that the changes haven't met your expectations. If you are still unhappy after conversations with an Applicant Engagement advisor, you can submit a formal complaint to the University.

Introducing our new Learning Framework

Applicant FAQs

Does this affect my offer to study in September?

Will the tuition fee change?

Will the degree title be changing?

Will the new learning framework affect both undergraduate and postgraduate students?

I have submitted an application but haven't heard back. Will this affect my chances of being offered a place?

I have already received my CAS; will I need a new one?

What if I am asked about my course when applying for my visa? Will this impact my chances of getting my visa granted?

I haven't accepted my offer/ made my firm choice yet, now I'm unsure. Who should I speak to?

I have already accepted my offer/ made my Firm choice via the portal. What if I change my mind?

I have already accepted Middlesex as my Firm choice. Do I need to do anything else?

I am not happy with the changes to my programme and would like to discuss withdrawing my offer

Student FAQs

Will the new learning framework affect postgraduate students?

Is the learning framework designed to save money?

What are the implications of a three-day teaching week for students on placements?

I'm graduating this summer - how will these changes affect me?

How will the new learning framework affect my teaching hours?

Will the ‘award title’ that I graduate with be changing?

How will these changes affect my ability to choose optional modules?

How can I complain about these changes?

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Introducing our new Learning Framework 