Course Overview

In addition to the academic and knowledge-based skills provided by this programme’s subject material, your studies will also develop personal skills which are highly valued by employers, such as: Advanced independent thinking, with the ability to undertake self-directed learning and time management to achieve consistent, proficient and sustained attainment Experience of working as an individual on challenging material The ability to reflect on your learning, evaluate personal strengths and weakness, and map out a plan of personal development based on those reflections Competence with standard IT applications, and an understanding of efficient and effective ways to obtain information from library, database, and online sources. Experience of working as a participant and/or leader of a group, and of contributing effectively to the planning and achievement of that group’s objectives Experience of giving presentations to others in your field The ability to construct a rigorous argument, and defend that argument citing relevant sources, both in written form and orally.

General Eligibility

We are looking for graduates with a 2:1 or above in their first degree. While we normally only accept applicants who meet this criteria, if you have a high 2:2 or equivalent, are coming from a different academic background which is equivalent to degree level, or have relevant work experience, we would welcome your application.

Part Time Work Details

Apprentices will need to be employed by your organization for a minimum of 30 hours per week. Your organization will also need to commit to sponsoring apprentices to complete this qualification.

Language Requirement

• IELTS Overall score 6.5. No less than 6.0 in any section. TOEFL Overall score 90 with minimum scores of 21 for writing, 21 for listening, 22 for reading and 23 for speaking.