Competences at First and Second Levels Ani Manukyan Anushavan Markaryan Grizelda Navasardyan\ Gurgen Hovhannisyan Meri Badalyan Ruzan Pluzyan

Introduction The introduction of a two or three cycle system makes it necessary to revise all existing study programmes, which are not based on the concept of cycles. In practice these programmes have to be redesigned because in a cycle system each cycle should be seen as an entity itself. The first two cycles should not only give access to the following cycle but also to the labour market. This shows the relevance of using the concept of competences as a basis for learning outcome.

Overview Definition of Competences/Learning Outcomes Types of Competences - Generic - Subject-specific Learning Outcomes and Competences in Study Programmes Some Generic Competences for First and Second Cycles - Basic general knowledge in the field of study - Capacity for analyses and synthesis - Capacity for applying knowledge into practice - Information management skills - Ability to work independently - Interpersonal skills

Definition of Competences/Learning Outcomes Learning outcomes are statements of what a learner is expected to know, understand and/or be able to demonstrate after completion of learning. They can refer to a single course unit or module or else to a period of studies, for example, a first or a second cycle programme. Learning outcomes specify the requirements for award of credit. Competences represent a dynamic combination of knowledge, understanding, skills and abilities. Fostering competences is the object of educational programmes. Competences will be formed in various course units and assessed at different stages.

Types of Competences Subject Specific Generic - Instrumental competences - Interpersonal competences - Systemic competences

Learning Outcomes and Competences in Study Programmes

Some Generic Competences for First and Second Cycles: Tuning Consultation Basic general knowledge in the field of study - Mainly acquired at first cycle Capacity for analyses and synthesis - Mainly acquired at second cycle Capacity for applying knowledge into practice - Could be acquired at both cycles Information management skills - Could be acquired at both cycles Ability to work independently - Could be acquired at both cycles Interpersonal skills - Could be acquired at both cycles

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