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- the status, ownership, approval, review and implementation of this version of this document
- contact details for who can help with enquiries about application and interpretation and
- a brief summary of changes between this and the previous version.
Because committees and positions can change over time, current information about policy approval pathways should be obtained from policies@melbournepolytechnic.edu.au.
This is the first document to be published in Melbourne Polytechnic's new Policy Register. It is basically equivalent to the document that was approved and in effect at the time the migration occurred, except for the numbering system and references, which have been updated to align with the new formatting and current requirements. Version HistoryAssessment (VET and Foundation) Policy
Status
Current
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Effective Date
8th November 2021
This is the date on which this version of the document came into effect.
Review Date
25th October 2026
The next review of this document is scheduled to commence on this date.
Approval Authority
Melbourne Polytechnic Board
The noted authority approved this version of the document. The Policy Framework Policy defines the current positions and committees that have authority to approve policies and procedures
Approval Date
25th October 2021
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Expiry Date
Not Applicable
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Policy Implementation Officer
Diane Lewis
Director Curriculum Unit
This is the designated subject matter expert and contact person for enquiries relating to content and implementation
Policy Owner
Marc Blanks
Executive Director Curriculum Innovation and Teaching Excellence
This is the member of Executive with responsibility for the document
Author
Diane Lewis
Director Curriculum Unit
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Enquiries Contact
Diane Lewis
Director Curriculum Unit
General enquiries should be directed to the officer/area listed.
Summary of Changes from Previous Version
Clauses Amended:Policy: All
Edition 5: MP Board – 25/10/2021 – Assessment (VET & Foundation) Policy, updated to new template and to align with current organisational structure
- Renaming of Policy from ‘VET’ to ‘VET and Foundation’ and some re-wording to be more inclusive of Foundation programs
- Clarification of scope – includes senior secondary programs; does not include Institute accredited courses (IACs). Extends to inclusion of references to senior secondary programs at relevant points
- Use of term ‘senior secondary programs’ in place of ‘VCAL’
- Requirement to develop training and assessment strategy prior to delivery
- Requirement to enter results within 5 days of unit/module end date
- Requirement to seek Curriculum Board approval for grading of units/modules at Diploma and Advanced Diploma level
- New ‘Guidelines for Learners Requesting Reasonable Adjustment, Extension and/or Special Consideration for Assessment’ (Appendix A)
- Reference to a new Course Review procedure (currently under development)
- Reference to ensuring gender balance on assessment review teams and a gender perspective when reviewing assessment strategies, processes and tools
- Increased clarification of roles and responsibilities.
Edition 4: Academic Board – 7/06/2018 – Assessment (VET) Policy updated
- Assessment Tools included to ensure assessments address standards and students clearly advised of requirements
- Grading and results section added, and VET result codes moved to the Assessment (VET) Procedure
- Extensions to due date of assessment, special consideration and re-assessment added along with assessment integrity
- VCAL activities incorporated in the Assessment (VET) Policy
Edition 3: VET Academic Board (VETAB) – 2/04/2015 – Vocational Education and Training (VET) Assessment Policy - P/P/D/7/025, reviewed and updated for currency with the Standards for RTO’s 2015.
Edition 2: VET Academic Board (VETAB) – 26/06/2014 – Vocational Education and Training (VET) Assessment Policy - P/P/D/7/025, reviewed and updated for currency revised to meet current requirements.
Edition 1: Institute Board – 24/10/2011 – New VET Assessment Policy - P/P/D/7/025, approved by the Institute Board on 24/10/2011 and replaces the Student Assessment and Examinations - NMITIR10 rule.