How does this Physics syllabus look?

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The discussion centers around the syllabus outline for an undergraduate physics program, comparing it to other similar programs. Participants note that while the program requires A-Level passes in Maths and Physics, it tends to accept high-achieving students, with anecdotes of admissions based on academic rankings rather than solely on grades. The program is described as standard, resembling other undergraduate physics offerings. A point of curiosity arises regarding the maximum credit limit of 50, which is speculated to be linked to the free university education system in place, suggesting a structured approach to course load and retakes. Overall, the conversation reflects on the competitiveness and structure of the program in relation to broader educational standards.
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http://www.uom.ac.mu/programmes/Courses/FOS/YR2011/undergraduate/PDF/SC342.pdf

Link above; on the last pages of the file, is the syllabus outline for the undergrad program. How does it stack up compared to other undergrad programs you've had experience with or have read about?

I realize they do ask for "passes" at A-Level Maths and Physics but they almost exclusively accept straight-A students, or so I've been told. I have a friend who got into Civil Eng with AAB (and that's before the introduction of the A* grade) and it might have been because he was ranked nationally for his performance in DT.

Yeah, thoughts?
 
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Looks normal.
 
It looks like basically every other undergrad physics program.
 
Excellent. Looks like somebody's saving his monies and staying home for another three years. : D
 
Maximum (including retake modules): 50 credits

Why the maximum?
 
Rebooter said:
Maximum (including retake modules): 50 credits

Why the maximum?
I'm guessing it's because university education is free there.
 

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