External Examiner – Faculty of Arts and Sciences
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Summary
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences at [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is seeking External Examiners to provide coverage for various programs. The role involves confirming academic standards, reviewing assessment materials, and producing annual reports. Applicants should have relevant experience, knowledge of UK standards, and be fluent in English. The role is part-time, with a fee of approximately £620.31 plus expenses.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review and approve examination papers.
- Review and approve the content, learning outcomes and assessment of negotiated learning modules.
- Review samples of work.
- Produce a comprehensive Annual Report.
Core Requirements/Qualifications/Skills:
- Competence and experience in the fields covered by the module/ programme of study.
- Knowledge and understanding of the UK sector agreed reference points.
- Awareness of current developments in the design and delivery of programmes in their subject.
- Fluency in the English language.
External Examiner – Faculty of Arts and Sciences
# External Examiner – Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Department
: Arts & Sciences Faculty Office
Location
: Other
Post Type
: Part Time
Closing Date
: Open Until Filled
Reference
: EE-FAS
The Faculty are currently seeking External Examiners to provide coverage of the following programmes:
For October 2025
• MAS000418 MSc Physical Literacy (SPA)
• BAS000382 - BSC (HONS) COMPUTER ENGINEERING
• Progression & Award Board
• BAS000315 BSC (HONS) BIOCHEMISTRY
• BAC000020 BENG (HONS) ENGINEERING (Computer Science), MAC000020 MENG (HONS) ENGINEERING (Computer Science), BAC000014 BENG (HONS) Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Computer Science), MAC000014 MENG (HONS) Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Computer Science)
• BAS000406 BA (HONS) MEDIA
• BAS000365 BA (HONS) MEDIA, FILM & TELEVISION
*For October 2026*
- BAS000316 BSc (Hons) Chemistry (Biology) & MAI000409 MChem (Hons) Chemistry (Biology)
- BAS000298 BSc (Hons) Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences (SPA)
- MAS000314 MSc Sports Therapy
- BAS000095 BA (Hons) Graphic Design (ECA)
Eligibility Criteria
External examiners are typically academic staff of other UK HEIs and are academically qualified to at least the level of the qualification in the subject to be examined.
Individuals seeking to become external examiners of the University are expected to demonstrate appropriate evidence of:
1. Competence and experience in the fields covered by the module/ programme of study to which they will be assigned.
2. Sufficient standing, credibility and breadth of experience within their discipline to be able to command the respect of academic and, where appropriate, other professional peers.
3. Knowledge and understanding of the UK sector agreed reference points for the setting and maintenance of academic standards (FHEQ, Degree Characteristics Statements and Subject Benchmark Statements) and familiarity with the standard to
be expected of students in relation to their award.
4. Knowledge and understanding of the standards and/or requirements of Professional and Statutory Regulatory Bodies (PSRBs) that govern students’ awards (where applicable).
5. Awareness of current developments in the design and delivery of programmes in their subject including competence in and experience of designing and managing assessment.
6. Current employment status including eligibility to work in the United Kingdom and (where relevant) PSRB registration.
7. Fluency in the English language.
Individuals without previous experience will normally join an experienced team of examiners and will be mentored by an experienced examiner in the same or cognate subject area.
Role
The main responsibility of an External Examiners is to confirm that academic standards are appropriately set and maintained and therefore, their principal duties are to:
- Review and approve examination papers in a timely manner that contribute to a student’s final award and any other assessment material as agreed between the examiner and the programme team.
- Review and approve the content, learning outcomes and assessment of negotiated learning modules leading to the award of Student-Initiated Credit.
- Review samples of work that have been marked and internally moderated in order to be satisfied that students have been graded fairly through the use of marking criteria and in accordance with the University’s Academic Regulations.
- Produce a comprehensive Annual Report that covers a range of considerations including confirmation whether national threshold standards are being met or exceeded and that students have achieved the intended learning outcomes for the award of credit and qualifications.
Whilst the majority of work undertaken will be carried out remotely, External Examiners may be required to attend assessment boards or live moderation at the Ormskirk Campus on an annual basis.
Salary Details
External examiners are paid an annual fee of approximately £620.31 (inclusive of holiday pay) based on the time allocations defined below plus reimbursement of expenses, as appropriate. Total fees may vary slightly dependent on the size of the provision covered by an External Examiner. The production and submission of the annual report is paid at a higher rate of £200 for the full 7.5 hours work.
The table below shows the typical duties an external examiner may undertake, and the approximate hours allocated for each activity:
| Activity | No days | No decimal hrs | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moderation | 2.0 | 15 | £210.15 |
| Attendance at Board | 1.0 | 7.5 | £105.08 |
| Report | 1.0 | 7.5 | £200.00 |
| Mentoring External Examiners | 1.0 | 7.5 | £105.08 |
| Total | 5.0 | 37.5 | £620.31 |
These figures are correct as of *October 2024*.
Details of how to apply
Please send your CV to [contact hidden]
If you have any queries regarding the role, please email [contact hidden] in the first instance.
Please note that all external examiner vacancies may also be advertised on additional recruitment platforms by the relevant departments.