Section outline

    • What is a Demonstrator? 


       The role of a Demonstrator is to work closely with the Module Organiser (MO) in order to help support lab and exercise classes and on some occasions carry out marking of students’ work for a given module.  

      Before applying for a Demonstrator position you should discuss your choice/s with your Supervisor to ensure that they are happy for you to undertake work before you are assigned to a module. If you agree with an academic that you will teach or mark for their module then you should note this on your application.  

      You will be required to carry out the duties as laid out by the MO and should raise any concerns relating to content, workload and scheduling etc. with the MO as soon as they arise. Once the timetable is available, please check to ensure that your commitments do not conflict with the scheduled classes.

      If you identify any unforeseen or systematic gaps in your knowledge about the course topic you should discuss this with the MO so that the issue can be resolved. If you are planning on being away at any time, you should arrange cover of the exercise class with an appropriate colleague and let the MO and Teaching Administration Officer know who will be replacing you before the date of the class.

      Please note that if you undertake work as a Demonstrator then you are employed as a staff member by QMUL and as such will receive a contract and staff log-in details, as well as holiday pay, pension and sickness pay.  

      Depending on the module, the areas of work with which you may be involved are:

      Demonstrating 

      Demonstrating involves helping and offering support to a group of students in a lab and/or exercise class by guiding them in exercises or facilitating discussions, as directed by the MO.  

      The Teaching Admin team may require you to keep a record of student attendance, so that engagement can be monitored; information will be provided to you.


      Marking & Assessment

      You may be required to undertake some marking. You should always receive the homework solutions/mark scheme. If you don’t, contact the MO and ask for it – you should not try and muddle through without having the answers.   

      Marks should be recorded on the module’s QMplus gradebook, but please discuss with the MO before uploading anything.

      Exam Invigilation 

      You may be asked to invigilate in-class tests during the semester, such as for mid-term exams, which are normally held in week 7. Instructions will be provided.

      Hours 

      The role of Demonstrator is during term-time only. The MO will advise you when classes will commence. This work does not extend into holidays or the exam period unless the MO has previously agreed work with you. This role is for set hours only and you should not create an expectation that students can contact you outside of these hours. If students have further queries, they should meet with the MO during their office hours or contact them via email. 

      Academic Calendar 

      The academic calendar is as follows. Some modules will begin demonstrating in academic week 1 and others in week 2. This can be established with the Module Organiser near the beginning of the semester. You will, typically, not be required to demonstrate in week 7, but the MO may ask you to invigilate an assessment or cover an extra session.




      Time

    • Physics and Astrophysics Provisional Timetable


      While we expect the timetable to remain largely the same, please note that it is subject to change

    • Physics and Astronomy Draft Timetable File
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    • IOT/DAT Modules


      IOT/DAT module descriptions can be found on the Word document below and a provisional timetable can be found in the spreadsheet, which includes a list of module specific requirements.

    • IOT/DAT Module Descriptions File
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    • IOT/DAT Provisional Timetable & Requirements File
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