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The pace of science is unrelenting; it’s what makes the industry so challenging and innovative. That’s why, if you work within the field of science, or wish to, continuing to develop your knowledge and skills is vital.

Dr Chris Bussell Head of the School of Science and Assistant Dean

We offer a range of postgraduate courses to help you thrive in a fast paced world. Derby as a city has a high-tech heritage; 12% of the local population are employed in high-tech functions, nearly four times the national average (Marketing Derby, 2013). We’re proud to offer a School of Science that provides graduates capable of meeting regional sector needs and engages in research that directly supports local businesses. Our research in biological sciences has been classed as being of ‘international significance’ and our researchers from across the school are recognised both nationally and internationally.

But it’s not just our research that is recognised as being of outstanding quality. Many of our courses are accredited by respected industry organisations such as the Institute of Acoustics, Institute of Environmental Health, and British Psychological Society. Studying an accredited course will enhance your development and greatly improve your job prospects. Within the School of Science we are proud of our student centred ethos. We hope to be able to work with you, develop your knowledge and skills, and help you to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Come to an open day to find out how you can do it – we look forward to meeting you.

Welcome from Dr Chris Bussell

Why choose Derby?

Develop your career

Derby: Marvel of the Midlands

International students

Our research

Our courses

Visit us

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Why choose

DERBY? We’ve been rated in the top 10% of UK universities for management and quality procedures by government inspectors, so you can be sure that you will be studying a high quality, relevant, and up to date course.

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will help you to move into the professional role you’re working towards. You will study with leading researchers in order to develop your knowledge, skills, and expertise. All of our postgraduate provision is regularly updated to make sure that you’re kept up to date with the latest thinking and research.

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research makes a difference. It directly supports businesses and organisations in solving real world challenges and plays a major role in informing and enriching what we teach our students.

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academics are scholars engaged with real world issues. Their research is linked with industry and stakeholders such as the

Environment Agency and the NHS. They continue to investigate and discover more about their subjects to keep their teaching fresh and provide real solutions to business. 

e will help and support you throughout W your course. From your initial enquiry right through to your graduation, we will give you the advice, guidance, and direction you need to reach your potential.

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research groups have strong, active connections both in the East Midlands region and internationally, so you can be sure you are at the forefront of research and development.

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DEVELOP your career

If you’re taking a course to improve your career prospects, our courses are focused on helping you to get where you want to be.

Study part time with online learning

Building your employability

Support and guidance

The University of Derby is one of the UK’s leading universities for online learning. Our online degree courses are available to study entirely online, giving you the flexibility to fit your studies around your personal commitments. We provide a structured and supportive learning environment with expert online tutors and learning advisers to guide you throughout your studies. You will also have the opportunity to interact with fellow students from around the world.

We have a number of research groups within the School of Science and we make sure that their findings feed back into our courses to keep you up to date with the latest developments, something employers will be looking out for.

If you’re not already working, our Student Employment Agency can help you to find relevant part time work to build up your experience. And you can use our Career Development Centre while you’re here and for up to three years after you graduate.

Most of our courses prepare you for membership of professional bodies. This means you will be able to access the latest information and thinking in key areas and benefit from the professional links they offer.

Our careers advisers will help you to:  plan your career  research your options  improve the skills needed for that dream job or a promotion  find vacancies for placements or a graduate job  improve your employability skills by working with a mentor.

Courses available online include MSc Environmental Health, MSc Environmental Management, MSc Psychology, MSc Health Psychology, and MSc Ergonomics. Find out more www.derby.ac.uk/online

We also work closely with regional businesses through our Centre for Land Evaluation and Management. We offer services ranging from environmental noise assessment through to geotechnical services.

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D E R B Y: Marvel of the Midlands Derby has the highest proportion of high-tech employment in the UK.

The Independent

With good job prospects, an affordable standard of living, and a resilient economy, Derby is a great city to make your home when you graduate. Whatever you want from life, you’re sure to find it here. With the Peak District National Park and the National Forest on our doorstep, you can have the best of both worlds – the cosmopolitan bustle of the city and the peace and quiet of beautiful countryside. And, in such a vibrant community, you will find that Derby is a great place to network with potential employers and fellow professionals. The city offers an exciting cultural scene. It’s home to a regional dance centre and orchestra, 36 cinema screens, theatres, art galleries, and a UNESCO World Heritage site at Derwent Valley Mills. QUAD is Derby’s newest contemporary arts centre, showcasing visual arts, film, and media. As well as hosting exhibitions from international artists – it was home to the first BFI Mediatheque outside London – its facilities and services connect people and businesses, creating opportunities for entertainment, employment, and education. Then there’s Déda, the dance-focused arts venue that houses performance spaces and professionally equipped dance studios. And, of course, our own Derby Theatre, home to top-rated touring shows and providing an inspirational learning environment for our students. Hailed as ‘the city of festivals’ by the Financial Times, Derby hosts the Format International Photography

Festival, Derby Festé, iD film festival, Derby Jazz Festival, the UK’s largest free outdoor classical concert, and its own renowned Food and Drink Festival, held in the spectacular grounds of historic Elvaston Castle. For shopping, the city’s blend of modern and traditional charm has something for everyone: quirky shops and pavement cafés in the Cathedral Quarter, modern shopping mall – Westfield Derby, high street brands in St Peters Quarter and the bustling Eagle Market. There are over 100 cafés, bars, pubs, and restaurants, so whether you want a quiet drink in ‘the real ale capital of the world’ (Lonely Planet), a night out watching sport on the big screen, or cocktails in fashionable bars, you’ll find it here. We’re a diverse multicultural community, with at least 182 nationalities and 71 languages, and that’s reflected in the vast array of cuisines available, from authentic Far East to traditional English fare. Getting around is easy. The Unibus links the city centre, railway station, hospital, and all our sites and halls. It runs every ten minutes and student fares are subsidised. If you live further afield, you can get a train to Derby station or catch the Red Arrow bus between Derby and Nottingham. There are 35 trains to London St Pancras International from Derby every weekday – a 90-minute journey, so a day trip to the capital is definitely on the cards.

David Cameron, Prime Minister

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I N T E R N AT I O N A L students

A dedicated International Student Centre

Choosing to study overseas is a big decision, but don’t worry, you won’t be on your own. We have around 1,000 international students from about 120 countries worldwide, and links with colleges and universities in Asia, the USA, Africa, and Europe.

We pride ourselves on offering an exceptional level of friendly, practical support to international students. We will support you from the moment you start thinking about which course to choose, right through to your graduation – for help and advice, just ask.

Events and local agents in your country We have a dedicated team of international officers who attend a number of overseas education exhibitions and visit many countries throughout the year. They can help you with your application and issue on the spot offers. For more information go to www.derby.ac.uk/international/ events-in-your-country We have agents and representative offices in many countries. They can help and support you during the application process. To find an overseas agent go to www.derby.ac.uk/international/ overseas-agents

Helping you to settle in Our welcome programme for international students takes place a week before the UK students arrive. You can take part in social and cultural activities, such as a visit to Derby or a tour of our Multi-Faith Centre. During the week you will receive lots of useful information, make new friends, start to find your way around and, most importantly, get answers to all your questions. You can even join us on free trips to London and other places. One of our current students will help you to settle in. We offer a free airport pick-up from several airports around the UK. For more information go to www.derby.ac.uk/international

Improving your English If English is not your first language and you want to improve your skills, you can take one of our English language courses, which will help you when you start your degree. We can also help with your English throughout your course. Our International Student Centre runs informal conversational groups, which will help you to improve your English and meet other international students.

Online learning Studying your course via online learning enables you to qualify with a UK university degree without having to leave your home country – there is no reference on your certificate to say that you studied online.

You may need a Certificate of Good Conduct If you’re from outside the UK, you may also need to provide us with a Certificate of Good Conduct from the country or countries you have been living in since the age of ten.

Course fees Our course fees for international students for postgraduate science courses for 2013/2014 are:  Classroom based courses: £10,455  Resource intensive courses: £10,760  Specialist courses: £11,070  Applied Petroleum Geoscience: £14,300. If you pay your fees in full before you enrol you will qualify for a discount of £500 (not available to research students).

For more information go to www.derby.ac.uk/online

For the most up to date information on fees please visit our website.

Entry requirements

Scholarships

You will usually need a qualification equivalent to a UK undergraduate degree (lower second or above).

We have some merit based £1,000 scholarships available to all international students (including research students).

For equivalent qualifications from your country go to www.derby.ac.uk/ international/applying

For more information go to www.derby.ac.uk/international/ fees-and-scholarships

You will also need an English language qualification We accept all UK Border Agency approved tests. You will need at least:  IELTS 6.0  TOEFL 80 (internet based)  International GCE O Level English Language grade C  International GCSE English or English as a second language grade C  PTE score of 53. We also accept high school English qualifications from some countries.

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RESEARCH

t h a t ’s r e l e v a n t t o t h e

rea l wor l d We believe that applied research is an essential feature of a university like ours. All our research has a purpose, enabling us to really make a difference and directly helping organisations solve real world problems.

Our research groups have strong, active connections with the East Midlands region and internationally. Their work contributes directly to the development and wellbeing of the region. Research plays a major role in supporting what we teach our students. In the School of Science we have three research groups and centres:

Biological Sciences Research Group The work of this Group includes:  ecology of planktonic amoebae in the marine environment  photo-identification in vertebrates  conservation genetics of the Shore Dock, Natterjack Toad, and Henderson Petrel  plant conservation biotechnology  conservation and ecology in cultural ecosystems  function and evolution of nuptial feeding and aggression in insects  forensic and medical entomology  history of zoological gardens  cell biology of gynaecological cancers  complementary therapies and cancer treatment  biodiversity ecosystem functioning  wildlife disease dynamics  bat ecology  optimal foraging  bioturbation  respiratory limitations in physically demanding occupations  respiratory muscle training in sport and occupational settings  effects of heavy backpacks on breathing and exercise tolerance  exercise as a hypoalgesic for pain  cooling strategies for maintaining thermoregulatory and cardiovascular function.

Centre for Psychological Research All our teaching team and PhD students are members of the Centre for Psychological Research. Currently our PhD students are conducting research in the following areas:  neurophysiological correlates of maths anxiety  the role of schemas in young children’s play  religious belief, spirituality, and paranormal belief  risk and decision-making in online roulette gambling  health benefits of engagement with nature  changes in press and media representations of masculinity  women, ageing, and the media  social and cognitive factors in addiction  the impact of polycystic ovary syndrome on quality of life. Our staff are currently engaged in a variety of psychological studies including:  self-management in painful chronic illness  EEG measures of brain activity  health messages about smoking and drinking  behavioural factors in the treatment and self-management of pain  psychological and neurophysiological aspects of stress  compensatory beliefs about diet, exercise, and adolescent lifestyle  internet and online gaming addiction  attentional processes in face and emotion processing  reasoning and problem-solving  construction play in children.

The Centre’s research covers:  cultural and cognitive factors in painkiller use and dependency  developmental effects of an early tactile intervention for premature and full-term babies during the first year of life  interactions between police officers and child witnesses in investigative interviews  persuasiveness of anti-knifecarrying messages to educate young men, social workers, and anti-knife campaigners.

Human and Physical Environments Research Group This Group’s work includes:  a geographic study entitled Updating our understanding of climate in the North Atlantic  working with ICT and women farmers in Uganda  investigating the social impact of a hydro-electric dam project in Jinja, Uganda  chemical and morphological recording of environmental change in the shells of bivalve molluscs  third world city development, and rural–urban migration in Bolivia and Argentina  mobility and speciation of toxic trace metals in different environmental media and their impacts on biota  micro-anionic nutrients in the environment and their significance to human health  the earliest history of the Earth, in particular the origin of the continents  the oxidation state of the Earth’s mantle using Mossbauer spectroscopy.

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Our research makes a

DIFFERENCE

Some of our

RESEARCHERS

Dr Kate Barnes has been researching the carrion feeding insects associated with different stages of animal decomposition in a British woodland environment.

Kate’s research supports the theory that the timings and patterns of insect colonisation associated with different environments can give vital evidence in police investigations, indicating a minimum time since death, for example. Kate left pig corpses (chosen due to their similarities in size, skin, and hair coverage to humans) in either covered net bags, or exposed in a woodland environment. She returned regularly over 44 days to record decay rates and insect colonisation. Kate found that the insects recorded over the decomposition sequence match patterns seen around the world at a family level. Flies and their larvae dominated first, and then there was a changeover as beetles dominated the latter, drier stages. The study also revealed interesting findings in the decay rate of the wrapped and exposed bodies. Kate said that the decomposition of the wrapped carcass could only be a result of microbes until two weeks into the study; however once the insects had found their way into the net bags the decomposition caught up with the exposed body, and both were skeletal by day 44. Kate’s research has been presented to the Royal Entomological Society and the World Congress of Forensics in China.

Dr Howard Fox

Lisa Orchard

Dr Sally Akehurst

Senior Lecturer in Geographical Sciences

Lecturer in Psychology

Head of Sport and Exercise

Dr Fox has undertaken many research and consultancy projects in his areas of expertise: land degradation, natural resource management and conservation issues, and land reclamation and restoration.

Lisa has carried out a number of studies to investigate individual differences as predictors of social networking. Her research comes at a time when we need to better understand the impact social networking has on our lives. Lisa has employed a ‘uses and gratifications’ framework to investigate whether personality, age, and sex are predictors of motivations for using social networking sites. She found that personality dimensions such as extraversion, psychoticism, neuroticism, and sociotropy significantly predicted motivations for using social networking. For example, people high in extraversion used it to make new connections and for recreation, while individuals with higher psychoticism scores were motivated to use social networking to express free speech. She found that for people with high neuroticism and with sociotropy scores, social networking can be detrimental.

Dr Sally Akehurst is a member of the Centre for Psychological Research. For the last eleven years she has carried out a number of studies investigating the links between personality and sports performance. Sally’s research has revealed that narcissists are less likely to choke under pressure, which may be because they are more likely to enjoy pressure situations and being the focus of attention. Sally has also researched obsessive passion in sports. She found that obsessive passion was related to exercise dependence and that these people were more likely to display risky behaviour in relation to injury. Sally is continuing her research into sports psychology. Her current research focuses on comparing key personality traits with performance and physiological measures of anxiety and stress.

He has worked in the Agadir region of South Morocco with the Institut Agronomique et Vétérinaire (IAV) there to restore one of its main landfill and cement work sites. He developed a trial plot to understand the best methods for restoring the site, and hopes his methods will be rolled out to other landfill sites across Morocco. His research interests also lie in the Massa River, south of Agadir. The mouth of the river is very dynamic; at times blocked by a large sandbank creating a lagoon, while at other times flowing unobstructed into the sea. Having published a paper on the Massa, Dr Fox is investigating other rivers along the Atlantic coast of Morocco that exhibit the same behaviour.

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Research

RESEARCH news Dr Heidi Sowter

Dr Richard Pope

Dan Parnell

Reader in Oncology, Head of Biological Sciences Research Group

University Reader in Environmental Magnetism

Lecturer in Sport and Exercise

Before joining Derby in 2006, Dr Sowter spent nine years working as a scientist for Cancer Research UK and Breakthrough Breast Cancer. Her research focused on the cell biology of ovarian cancers and the molecular mechanisms underlying inherited breast cancer syndromes. At Derby, she has set up translational clinical trials with oncologists and cancer surgeons at the Royal Derby, collaborating with the University of Southern California on projects to identify new diagnostic markers of ovarian cancer. Recently, she set up a randomised controlled trial (RCT) to investigate the effects of yoga on patients receiving treatment for gynaecological cancer. The trial included the heavy involvement of a University of Derby PhD student, who has since obtained a position as a postdoctoral research scientist. This trial has had strong local impact, and yoga classes have continued at the Royal Derby since the trial ended.

Dr Pope is focusing on climate change over the past two millennia across southern Europe to establish how recent climate changes (and human activity) have impacted on river systems and to predict future river behaviour. He is using proxy evidence to recreate palaeoflow patterns and to establish whether there will be greater flooding and erosion in the Mediterranean in response to future climates.

Dan Parnell has recently unveiled the results of a research project undertaken jointly with Kathryn Curran of Liverpool John Moores University and Everton Football Club. The team shared their findings at the European Healthy Stadia Conference 2013 which brought together more than 300 decision-makers from sports clubs, sports governing bodies, and health agencies across Europe. The conference focused on ways in which community health can be improved whilst benefiting businesses.

Dr Sowter’s research has been widely published, and she and her students regularly present at the National Cancer Research Institute conference.

He is focusing on Spain, Cyprus, Turkey, Italy, and Greece, where his work largely concerns coastal sites and former lakesides. He analyses soil properties and other materials to reconstruct the local climatic histories of these areas over the last 5,000 years. Richard is also interested in past human effects on environments. He is looking to past civilisations, such as the Minoan in Crete and Mycenaeans in Greece, for inspiration and clues as to how populations grew and cultivated land. His research suggests that climate change moves in cycles and that Earth has endured climates hotter than today’s. By analysing soil samples, rock deposits, and other landscape features, Richard’s team have been able to assess settlement patterns, rainfall levels, and climate clues. Richard is hoping that his current work will enable his team to advise countries in this region on future droughts.

Dan’s research explored interventions to promote men’s health, providing insights into the complexities of delivering interventions that will change behaviours. Everton FC’s Community Football Programme used a love of football in men to promote healthier living messages in relation to obesity, exercise, smoking cessation, cancer awareness, substance and alcohol misuse, and mental and sexual health. The fans that took part in the study had access to resources including gym facilities, regular health checks, and one-to-one mentoring from trained health and wellbeing practitioners. Dan believes that increasingly football clubs are beginning to consider their wider role in society and are investing in health promotion programmes for their fans and local communities.

Andy Johnson has been awarded stable isotope analytical facilities at the NERC Isotope Geosciences Laboratory (Keyworth). This will enable him to participate in a collaborative study of climate change in the Pliocene epoch (the most recent interval of global warming in Earth history). The study will also involve leading scientists from the universities of Leicester and Northumbria and the United States Geological Survey. Graham Rowe has been invited to a special Chalara workshop organised by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs to develop a report in the future of research into Ash dieback. Stephanie Archer, a PhD student here and member of the Centre for Psychological Research, has been recognised with a Putting Patients First award from Derby Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Her research, which examined gynaecological cancer patients’ experience of a new pre- and post-surgical care pathway, has also been presented to the national NHS Enhanced Recovery Partnership summit. Stephanie’s research revealed that pre-operative clinician–patient

communication about post-operative mobility, pain management, and activity levels was highly valued by patients. Stephanie found that pre-operative communication resulted in increased activity levels and perceived readiness for discharge. Stephanie has now been asked to undertake further research for the Derby Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Mark Faghy, a PhD student studying Exercise and Respiratory Physiology, recently won a national prize, Best Postgraduate Oral Presentation, at the 2013 BASES student conference. His research presentation was entitled ‘Thoracic load carriage induced respiratory muscle fatigue’. Professor Hugh Rollinson has been awarded a National Geographic research grant of £12,000 to study rare granitic rocks located within the Earth’s mantle. He is examining the peridotites of the mantle sequence of the Oman ophiolite, a near-perfect slice of oceanic crust which has now been tectonically uplifted onto land and forms part of the north Oman Mountains.

Professor James Elander has been invited to give a keynote lecture at the ninth International Symposium on Paediatric Pain. His talk is titled ‘Sickle cell disease pain: How can behavioural research inform transitions from paediatric to adult hospital care?’

Our research degrees We offer Master of Research (MRes) degrees across the School of Science. You can study a Master of Research Sport and Exercise (see page 47), a Master of Research Biological Sciences (see page 51), or a Master of Research Forensic Science (see page 53). For the latest information please check our website www.derby.ac.uk/science In addition to the work of our teaching teams, our doctoral students are contributing to knowledge within their specific fields of scientific enquiry. Contact our Research team on +44 (0)1332 591060 for more information. www.derby.ac.uk/research

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Essential Information Location Derby Campus, Kedleston Road Duration One year full time or two or three years (flexible route) Start date September

Our courses

Entry requirements An undergraduate honours degree (preferably 2:1) or equivalent, plus GCSE grade C or above in English Language, Maths and a science, and evidence of successful completion of the National College for Teaching & Leadership literacy and numeracy test. You will be expected to have a wide range of recent experience in UK primary schools Fees 2013/14 fees for UK and EU students are £9,000. Contact us for details of the fees for the flexible route. For the most up to date information on fees please visit our website How to apply Online: www.gttr.ac.uk

International students Please see page XX for further MSc Applied Petroleum Geoscience details MSc Conservation Biology

MSc Environmental Management

MSc Ergonomics

Institute of Acoustics Certificate of Competence in Environmental Noise Measurement

MSc Health Psychology

MSc Psychology Conversion

Institute of Acoustics Certificate of Competence in Workplace Noise Assessment

MRes Sport and Exercise

Institute of Acoustics Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control 33

MRes Biological Sciences

MSc Applied Acoustics

MRes Forensic Science

Master of Public Health

MSc Environmental Health

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Master of Public Health

Essential Information Location Derby Campus, Kedleston Road Duration One year full time or up to five years part time Start date September

About the course If you’re a public health worker, such as a community nurse, environmental health practitioner, health promotion officer, or community health worker, this course will help you to develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a public health practitioner who can lead, develop, and evaluate public health projects in a multidisciplinary environment.

This course is ideal if you’re working in public health and you wish to improve your skills and broaden your knowledge in ways that provide you with more autonomy and expertise in public health practice. You will study the underlying causes and mechanisms and potential public health intervention strategies aimed at closing health inequalities. The course is global in its perspective, so you will study global environmental and public health issues to gain an international perspective on public health issues. The course is structured to allow knowledge transfer between home and overseas students, enabling you to benefit from best practice from all over the world. If you’re an international student you will be able to study topics that are directly relevant to your native country as well as looking at UK-specific issues.

Our teaching team members are friendly and approachable and include public health specialists, environmental health practitioners, and psychologists. They will provide you with a broad perspective on public health issues that is firmly based in practice through case studies. This course is run in partnership with the public health team at Derby City Council. Public health specialists will mentor and support you throughout the course and your research project. Placements and research opportunities with the public health team will be available. This is a practical course with a focus on case studies and practice in the community. Note that it does not provide readiness for the Faculty of Public Health examination (part A).

Course details (part time) The course comprises three stages – Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, and Masters.

Postgraduate Certificate (part time) If you study part time, you will undertake a compulsory induction and then study these modules: Public Health, Inequality and Associated Vulnerability (20 credits) The importance of public health is evident in recent government policy and is seen as a major strategy to tackle inequalities in health and to improve the health of the UK population. You will consider the importance of assessing or identifying local health needs so health problems can be appropriately identified and addressed. This is particularly important for people who are disadvantaged or vulnerable in society. In order to enable you to assess health needs, you will gain an understanding of the concepts of need and the different approaches employed in needs assessment, as well as extend your knowledge of the debates around community profiling, public health, and health needs assessment, and the importance of multi-agency and multidisciplinary working. Epidemiology and Statistics (20 credits) Knowledge and understanding of epidemiological methods, statistics, and qualitative research are essential for public health practice and research. During this module you will look at the strengths and weaknesses of the design, methods, and analysis used in public health research, including concepts such as validity, reliability, causation, ethics, confounding, and bias. You will become familiar with a range of

analyses, both qualitative and quantitative, applicable to research in public health.

You will choose one of the following modules: Health Promotion and Behaviour Change (20 credits) Understanding the complex interplay between psychological, biological, environmental, social, and political factors that influence health is a necessary skill for health practitioners. This module will see you develop your understanding of a range of factors that influence health behaviour and behaviour change. In order to appreciate the potential role of health psychology, we’ll introduce you to current models and values that inform health promotion practice and provide you with the knowledge and skills you will need to successfully design and evaluate a health-based intervention. Health Economics and Health Information (20 credits) You will begin by considering the different ways in which information about the health and wellbeing of a population is obtained, presented, and evaluated. You will then explore how the data can be used in health service planning and evaluation, look at the role of economic evaluation and priority setting in healthcare decision-making, and examine the different approaches to the assessment of healthcare needs and the evaluation of health and healthcare. This module will focus on the commissioning of healthcare services. Global Issues in Environmental and Public Health (20 credits) This module considers environmental and public health issues in a global context, exploring some of the major environmental

and public health stressors that affect people in developing countries. Using case studies, you will review examples of good practice for eliminating, controlling, or mitigating these stressors. Health Leadership, Assessment and Inequalities (20 credits) You will focus on public health leadership, managing change, and partnership working to improve population health and wellbeing. As a practitioner in public health you will need to be able to assess the health needs of a population, help prioritise and allocate resources to reduce inequalities, and improve health and wellbeing. During this module you will develop your understanding of the methods used for measuring, analysing, and interpreting health and wellbeing needs and outcomes. You will also study the nature and extent of health inequalities both within and between countries. You will critically examine current theories that explain how inequalities arise, and study policy and strategy development to assess the effectiveness of interventions to reduce health inequalities. Health Protection and Intervention Strategies (20 credits) During this module you will develop an appreciation of the natural and humanmade hazards that are present in the environment. You will take a risk-based approach to the prioritisation and allocation of resources for interventions that can reduce or mitigate the impact on public health. You will develop the skills needed to assess the effectiveness of surveillance and other health protection intervention strategies. You will consider the impact that incidents and emergencies (such as chemical incidents, flooding, or infectious disease outbreaks) can have on the public

Entry requirements An undergraduate degree (lower second or above) in a related subject or equivalent; other qualifications and relevant experience will be considered – contact the programme leader for details Fees 2013/2014 fees for UK/EU students are £695 per 20-credit module. You will study the equivalent of nine 20-credit modules in total. Please check our website for the most up to date information How to apply www.derby.ac.uk/applyonline International students For non-UK/EU students studying full time, the 2013/2014 fees are £10,455 for one year Please see page 9 for further details

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Master of Public Health

health of the population, along with the approaches taken to contain and control such incidents.

Postgraduate Diploma (part time) You will study a further three modules from the following: Health Leadership, Assessment and Inequalities (20 credits) Health Promotion and Behaviour Change (20 credits) Health Protection and Intervention Strategies (20 credits)

Course details (full time) Postgraduate Certificate (full time) If you choose to study full time you will undertake a compulsory induction and study the following modules: Public Health, Inequality and Associated Vulnerability (20 credits)

Health Leadership, Assessment and Inequalities (20 credits) Health Promotion and Behaviour Change (20 credits) Health Economics and Health Information (20 credits)

Epidemiology and Statistics (20 credits)

Global Issues in Environmental and Public Health (20 credits)

You will choose one of the following optional modules:

Health Protection and Intervention Strategies (20 credits)

Health Economics and Health Information (20 credits)

Health Leadership, Assessment and Inequalities (20 credits)

Global Issues in Environmental and Public Health (20 credits)

Health Promotion and Behaviour Change (20 credits)

MSc (part time) You will study this module:

Health Economics and Health Information (20 credits)

Independent Scholarship (60 credits) You will apply the knowledge and understanding gained from the taught modules to a specific research-based investigation. You will have the opportunity to apply your initiative, creative thinking, and organisational skills to a specific topic. Early on in the module, you will focus on the research skills you will need to carry out an independent, investigative study. You will devise a research proposal and then undertake the project.

Postgraduate Diploma (full time) You will choose three of these modules:

Global Issues in Environmental and Public Health (20 credits) Health Protection and Intervention Strategies (20 credits)

Masters (full time) You will study this module: Independent Scholarship (60 credits)

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MSc Environmental Health

Essential Information Location Online learning Duration One year full time or up to five years part time Start dates September, January or May

About the course

Course details

This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) and the Royal Environmental Health Institute of Scotland (REHIS), so you can be sure it’s well regarded in the industry and is up to date and relevant.

This course is made up of three stages – Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, and Masters.

It is a critical course if you’re interested in becoming an environmental health professional. This professional qualification opens up career opportunities in local government, the Health Protection Agency, the Environment Agency, private industry, and consultancy firms. We’ve designed this course to be as flexible as possible so that you can fit it around your career and other commitments. You will study this course online. Environmental health is a practical subject and we will help you to develop your practice skills, as well as your knowledge. The course has a genuine emphasis on public health that reflects current issues and changes. We aim to ensure you

remain up to date with the latest industry thinking, improving your employment prospects and future proofing your career. Most of the course is assessed by coursework, which means you will manage your workload and fit your assessment around other commitments. Note that you will need to take a practical food inspection exam to fulfil the professional requirements. You will come to Derby for about six days in total during the course and complete the Practical Food Inspection course in London. Our staff are knowledgeable, professionally qualified, friendly, and supportive, so you will get all the help you need in your studies.

Postgraduate Certificate You will study three of these modules: Determinants of Public Health and Wellbeing (20 credits) During this module you will gain a critical understanding of health surveillance, key public health issues, public health initiatives, and health protection. Environmental Policy and Law (20 credits) This module introduces you to legislation and controls concerning the environment and develops your understanding of how legislation works and what it aims to achieve. Areas covered include international agreements, EU legislation, and the duties of local authorities. Natural and Residential Environments (20 credits) On this module, you will look at how air, water, land, waste, and noise pollution can impact on human health and how a risk-based approach is used to determine the actual risk to human health. You will also consider how compliance strategies can be used to mitigate these impacts. Health Impacts: Workplace and Food (20 credits) During this module you will examine the concepts of hazards and risk in respect of stressors arising from food and the workplace. You will develop the ability to assess the impact of such stressors and evaluate a range of interventions to mitigate the impact.

Applied Interventions (20 credits) Applying theory to real world scenarios is crucial to enhancing your understanding and learning. You will critically evaluate the risk to public health from a range of stressors, gather relevant information and evidence, understand the range of interventions available, consider the effects of interventions, communicate and justify action, and make a case for working in partnership to contribute to health outcomes.

Postgraduate Diploma You will study the two modules from the Postgraduate Certificate stage that you haven’t yet studied and also one of these optional modules: Environmental Health in Practice (20 credits) This module entails a work placement to make sure you can apply the principles you’ve learned in the real world. You will develop the intellectual and personal skills expected of an environmental health practitioner. Global Issues in Environmental and Public Health (20 credits) You will explore some of the major environmental and public health stressors that affect people in developing countries. Using case studies, you will review examples of good practice for eliminating, controlling, or mitigating these stressors. Health Leadership, Assessment and Inequalities (20 credits) As a practitioner in public health you will need to be able to assess the health needs of a population, help prioritise and allocate

resources to reduce inequalities, and improve health and wellbeing. You will also study the nature and extent of health inequalities both within and between countries. You will critically examine current theories that explain how inequalities arise, and study policy and strategy development to assess the effectiveness of interventions to reduce health inequalities. Environmental Noise Assessment (20 credits) You will be introduced to the techniques for the measurement, prediction, assessment, and control of environmental noise, including transport, industrial, wind farm, and entertainment and leisure noise. You will also consider the feasibility of control methods. Environmental Pollution and Management Strategies (20 credits) On this module, you will evaluate the distribution and impact of a range of contaminants in air, water, land, and biota. You will also consider the impacts of the use of conventional and renewable energy sources, while putting into context environmental monitoring and assessment according to legislation and pollution prevention and control.

Entry requirements An undergraduate degree (lower second or above) in a pure or applied science (or combination), or equivalent; other qualifications and relevant experience will be considered – contact the programme leader for details Fees 2013/2014 fees for UK/EU students are £725 per 20-credit module. You will study the equivalent of nine 20-credit modules in total. Please check our website for the most up to date information How to apply www.derby.ac.uk/applyonline International students Fees for non-UK/EU students studying online are £840 per 20-credit module Please see page 9 for further details

MSc In addition to the six taught modules, you will study this module: Independent Scholarship (60 credits) You will apply the knowledge and understanding gained from the taught modules to a specific research-based investigation. You will have the opportunity to apply your initiative, creative thinking, and organisational skills to a specific topic.

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MSc Environmental Management

Essential Information Location Online learning Duration One year full time or two to three years part time Start dates September or January

About the course

Course details

This course, which is accredited by the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) and the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES), will provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to enter or progress in a sector that is recruiting strongly.

This course is made up of three stages – Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, and MSc.

If you choose to specialise in the Climate Change pathway, you will study these modules:

Postgraduate Certificate If you choose to study the MSc Environmental Management, you will study these modules:

Critical Issues in the Environment (20 credits) For this module, you will choose a topic or relevant work based subject and plan and produce a report or research paper to demonstrate your in-depth knowledge of it.

During the course you will develop a strong theoretical understanding of environmental management and build up the skills you need to identify environmental issues and find practical solutions. You can study this course to get a broad overview of environmental management or specialise in climate change by selecting our Climate Change pathway. If you’re already working in this field, many of the topics studied will be relevant to your workplace. This course will therefore be linked to your job in practical ways, meaning you can have an impact straight away. You will have the opportunity to take part in work based learning during some modules, so you can apply what you’ve learned in the classroom to a work environment.

You will be taught by a highly qualified team with specialist expertise and professional qualifications including Chartered Scientist and Chartered Environmentalist status. Team members enjoy a range of professional memberships including membership of IEMA, IES, the Institute of Leadership and Management, Institute of Acoustics, and Royal Geographical Society. Your tutors are supportive, friendly, and approachable too, so you will get the help you need during your studies. This is a flexible course. You can study part time or full time, starting in either September or January. You will be eligible to apply for associate membership of IEMA if you successfully complete the necessary modules. You could also apply for associate membership of the IES on completion of the MSc stage.

Environmental Policy and Law (20 credits) This module introduces you to legislation and controls concerning the environment and develops your understanding of how legislation works and what it aims to achieve. Areas covered include international agreements, EU legislation, and the duties of local authorities. Critical Issues in the Environment (20 credits) For this module, you will choose a topic or relevant work based subject and plan and produce a report or research paper to demonstrate your in-depth knowledge of it. Environmental Management and Audit (20 credits) On this module you will develop an understanding of the importance and application of environmental management systems, environmental health processes, and environmental auditing in business, so that you’re able to deal with day-to-day environmental management, auditing, and contingency plans for emergency situations.

And you will choose one of these modules: Climate Change: Drivers, Impacts and Adaptation (20 credits) You will critically analyse the nature of climate change during the recent past, present, and future, and in the light of its likely environmental, economic, and social impacts. You will consider the range of adaptation strategies that society might adopt using recent case studies from developed countries, countries with economies in transition, and developing countries. This will provide you with a full spectrum of the different approaches that might be adopted globally to climate change.

Climate Change: Mitigation (20 credits) During this module you will critically address four climate mitigation strategies that are relevant to policymaking: actions that can be taken to reduce the threat of climate change; the costs of these actions (or inaction); actions that can be taken to reduce greenhouse gases; and the sustainability of climate change mitigation policies over time.

Postgraduate Diploma If you choose to study the MSc Environmental Management, you will study this module: Environmental Pollution and Management Strategies (20 credits) On this module, you will evaluate the distribution and impact of a range of contaminants in air, water, land, and biota. You will also consider the impacts of the use of conventional and renewable energy sources, while putting into context environmental monitoring and assessment according to legislation and pollution prevention and control.

Entry requirements An undergraduate degree (lower second or above), preferably in a science or related subject, or equivalent Fees 2013/2014 fees for UK students are £725 per 20-credit module. You will study the equivalent of nine 20-credit modules in total. Please check our website for the most up to date information How to apply www.derby.ac.uk/applyonline International students Fees for non-UK/EU students studying online are £840 per 20-credit module Please see page 9 for further details

And you will choose two of these modules: Environmental Impact Assessment (20 credits) Environmental impact assessments are an important part of the industrial and commercial development process. You will look at the importance of conducting an environmental impact assessment and study the techniques to perform such assessments.

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MSc Environmental Management

Environmental Noise Assessment (20 credits) You will be introduced to the techniques for the measurement, prediction, assessment, and control of environmental noise, including transport, industrial, wind farm, and entertainment and leisure noise. You will also consider the feasibility of control methods. Regulation of Noise and Vibration (20 credits) You will consider noise and vibration from a legislative perspective, national noise incidence and attitude surveys, and developments relating to national policy frameworks and mapping noise in the UK. Waste Management Control (20 credits) Waste management is critical within environmental management, so on this module you will consider this issue from both the producer’s point of view, such as waste minimisation and good environmental practices, and from the view of the waste disposer. You will also develop an understanding of the legislative framework surrounding waste management control.

If you choose to specialise in the Climate Change pathway, you will study these modules: Environmental Management and Audit (20 credits) You will develop an understanding of the importance and application of environmental management systems, environmental health processes, and environmental auditing in business, so that you’re able to deal with day-to-day environmental management, auditing, and contingency plans for emergency situations.

Environmental Pollution and Management Strategies (20 credits) On this module, you will evaluate the distribution and impact of a range of contaminants in air, water, land, and biota. You will also consider the impacts of the use of conventional and renewable energy sources, while putting into context environmental monitoring and assessment according to legislation and pollution prevention and control.

And you will study the module that you didn’t study at the Postgraduate Certificate stage: Climate Change: Drivers, Impacts and Adaptation (20 credits) You will critically analyse the nature of climate change during the recent past, present, and future, and in the light of its likely environmental, economic, and social impacts. You will consider the range of adaptation strategies that society might adopt using recent case studies from developed countries, countries with economies in transition, and developing countries.

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This will provide you with a full spectrum of the different approaches that might be adopted globally to climate change. Climate Change: Mitigation (20 credits) During this module you will critically address four climate mitigation strategies that are relevant to policymaking: actions that can be taken to reduce the threat of climate change; the costs of these actions (or inaction); actions that can be taken to reduce greenhouse gases; and the sustainability of climate change mitigation policies over time.

MSc Whether you study MSc Environmental Management, or specialise in the Climate Change pathway, you will study this module: Independent Scholarship (60 credits) Using your initiative, creative thinking, and organisational skills, you will produce an independent piece of work of your choice during this triple module.

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Institute of Acoustics Certificate of Competence in Environmental Noise Measurement

Essential Information Location Derby Campus, Kedleston Road, or your workplace Duration Five days full time, plus one day for the exam Start dates September or April

About the course

Course details

This course is accredited by the Institute of Acoustics. With over 20 years’ experience of delivering short courses in acoustics, we are confident that you will find the standard of teaching excellent.

This course is divided into five key areas:

If you’re employed in a technical or scientific role by local authorities, environmental consultancies or other organisations where environmental noise measurement features, this course is ideal for you. It lasts just five days, so you will be brought quickly up to date with legislation and standards for environmental noise measurement. You will take a practical and a written exam. This is a hands-on course that will develop your skills in undertaking noise

measurements and interpreting the results, so it is designed to be very relevant to the job you do. Because we know that many of you will be working and will be taking this course as part of your professional development, we may be able to hold the course at your place of work to make it more convenient. This course is a great opportunity to boost your knowledge quickly and gain a recognised qualification that will look great on your CV.

Entry requirements No formal qualifications are required. Successful completion of the course can lead to technical membership of the Institute of Acoustics

Basic Concepts of Environmental Noise You will receive an overview of the basic definitions and principles of sound, noise indices, and units, and learn how to undertake basic calculations involving decibels.

Fees 2013/2014 fees for UK/EU students are £780. You will need to register with the Institute of Acoustics. Please check our website for the most up to date information

Instrumentation for Environmental Noise Measurement You will go through the basic features and properties of an integrating sound level meter.

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Noise Indices and Measurement Methodologies for Environmental Noise Measurement You will review the most common noise assessment methods and standards, including the new guidance documents on noise in relation to planning applications, BS4142, CRTN, and BS5228. Environmental Noise Measurement in Practice You will focus on the principles and good practice of noise measurement in the field. You will also consider the limitations of noise measurement through practical case studies. There will be opportunities to practise your skills outdoors. Overview of Noise Propagation and Control This part of the course focuses on the propagation of noise from point and line sources and the effects of the environment on noise propagation. You will be introduced to the control of environmental noise, including the use of barriers.

Extremely enjoyable and interesting. Nick Rowan, graduate

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Institute of Acoustics Certificate of Competence in Workplace Noise Assessment

About the course

Course details

This course is divided into six key areas:

If you have health and safety responsibilities at work or you work in noise consultancy, this course is right for you.

at Work Regulations 2005, and its associated guidance documents. You will take a practical and a written exam.

It’s a practical, week-long course during which you will undertake a risk assessment of noise exposures in the workplace. You will gain knowledge and understanding of the Control of Noise

Because we know that many of you will be working and will be taking this course as part of your professional development, we may be able to hold the course at your place of work to make it more convenient.

Basic Concepts of Noise You will receive an overview of the basic definitions and principles of sound, noise indices, and units, and learn how to undertake basic calculations involving decibels. Measurement and Instrumentation for Noise Assessment You will go through the basic features and properties of an integrating sound level meter, the calibration of meters, and the properties of a dosimeter.

ince taking this course S I’ve also successfully completed a competency course in audiometry. The knowledge I brought to this from the Noise Assessment course was extremely helpful. Mike Abram, self-employed health and safety consultant

Essential Information Location Derby Campus, Kedleston Road, or your workplace Duration Five days full time, plus one day for the exam Start dates October and March Entry requirements No formal qualifications are required. Successful completion of the course can lead to technical membership of the Institute of Acoustics Fees 2013/2014 fees for UK/EU students are £780. You will need to register with the Institute of Acoustics. Please check our website for the most up to date information How to apply www.derby.ac.uk/applyonline

Noise Exposure Assessment You will review measurement strategies, including the limitations of data collection and the calculation of personal noise exposure levels. Hearing, Hearing Loss Measurement and Protection You will focus on the structure of the ear and the hearing mechanism and review hearing defects and their social implications. You will also look at types of hearing protector, their limitations and advantages, and their performance. Overview of Legal Aspects It’s vital to be up to date with legislation, so you will consider primary legislation (Health and Safety at Work Act 1974) and other regulations and codes of practice. You will also review the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005. Noise Reduction Techniques You will look at the basic methods of noise control in the workplace, from its source to its transmission path and finally to the receiver.

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Institute of Acoustics Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control

Essential Information Location Derby Campus, Kedleston Road Duration One year part time Start date September

About the course

Course details

If you’re looking for a specialist qualification as a professional practitioner in acoustics, this course is ideal for you.

You will become an associate member of the Institute of Acoustics, which will help to set you apart from other professionals in this field. It also means that if you go on to further study, for example the MSc Applied Acoustics course, you don’t have to take the Postgraduate Certificate stage and can go straight to the Postgraduate Diploma, and complete the MSc qualification with only one further year of study.

Entry requirements An undergraduate degree, diploma, or higher national diploma

Because the course is part time, you can fit it around your work and other commitments. You will need to come into University on a Tuesday afternoon and evening to study. You will be taught by a dedicated and friendly team of experienced acousticians, most of whom are full members of the Institute of Acoustics. The course includes a visit to an accredited sound insulation testing suite.

You will study these modules: General Principles of Acoustics You will develop your knowledge of the fundamentals of noise and vibration. Laboratory Module During the year you will complete at least eight experiments, which will cover a range of activities to build up your experience of basic instrumentation and measurement techniques. Project Module You will carry out a substantial investigation or research project about an aspect of acoustics you’re interested in and present your findings as a formal report.

You will choose two of these specialist modules: Regulation and Assessment of Noise During this module you will identify and interpret EU and UK legislative drivers and codes of practice for noise and vibration. You will apply methods and regulations relating to the exposure and control of noise and vibration in the workplace. Noise and Vibration Control Engineering When you’ve completed this module you will be able to identify sources of noise and vibration in a range of settings, assess the extent of exposure to people, and consider and review noise and vibration control strategies at the source, along the pathways and at the receiver.

Acoustics in Buildings You will focus on analysing the acoustical performance of enclosed spaces in buildings. This will involve the principles of room acoustics and its application to specific case studies. Environmental Noise: Measurement, Prediction and Control You will learn how to use a systematic approach to the assessment of environmental noise and its impact. You will also develop the knowledge to select and design methods to control environmental noise.

Fees 2013/2014 fees for UK/EU students are £1,600. You will also need to pay a registration fee to the Institute of Acoustics. Please check our website for the most up to date information How to apply www.derby.ac.uk/applyonline International students This course is not available for international students

› Contact us Dr John Pritchard T: +44 (0)1332 591703 E: fehs@derby.ac.uk

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MSc Applied Acoustics

Essential Information Location Distance learning Duration One year full time or up to two years part time Start dates September or January

About the course

Course details

If you’re a professional acoustician and would like to build on your knowledge, this course is for you.

This course is made up of three stages – Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, and MSc.

Postgraduate Certificate If you’ve already got the Institute of Acoustics Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control you can start this course at the Postgraduate Diploma stage and complete your MSc within one year.

All your teaching materials will be available through distance learning and you can take as many modules as you like at any one time, meaning this course can fit in with your other commitments.

The course is split into three stages: Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, and MSc. The Postgraduate Certificate stage consists of the Institute of Acoustics Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control, which is the stage at which the majority of our students enter the course.

You will be assessed through your coursework, which will include practical reports, case study scenarios, essays, and problem-solving assignments. Our academic staff are friendly, supportive, and approachable. They’re all experienced acousticians, and most are full members of the Institute of Acoustics.

I ’ve found it challenging, but thoroughly enjoyed it and have already applied some of the new skills in my job. John Perry, environmental protection officer

This stage comprises the Institute of Acoustics Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control – see page 33 for details.

Postgraduate Diploma You will take this module: Critical Issues in the Environment (20 credits) During this module you will choose a topic or relevant work based subject and plan and produce a report to demonstrate your in-depth knowledge in the field of acoustics.

Entry requirements An undergraduate degree or postgraduate qualification in a science or relevant discipline

You will also choose one of these modules: Environmental Noise Assessment (20 credits) You will be introduced to the measurement, prediction, assessment, and control of environmental noise, including transport, industrial, wind farm, and entertainment and leisure noise. You will also consider the feasibility of control methods. Regulation of Noise and Vibration (20 credits) You will consider noise and vibration from a legislative perspective, national noise incidence and attitude surveys, and recent developments relating to national policy frameworks and the mapping of noise in the UK.

Occupational Noise and Vibration Assessment (20 credits) You will consider the sources of noise and vibration in workplace environments and develop the skills to measure and assess exposure levels in these environments. In addition you will consider the technical and management skills needed to address these noise and vibration issues.

Fees 2013/2014 fees for UK/EU students are £755 per 20-credit module. Most students start this course at the Postgraduate Diploma stage, so will complete the equivalent of five 20-credit modules. Please check our website for the most up to date information

MSc You will take this module:

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Independent Scholarship (60 credits) Using your initiative, creative thinking, and organisational skills, you will produce an independent piece of work of your choice during this triple module.

International students For non-UK/EU students studying full time, the 2013/2014 fees are £10,760 for one year Please see page 9 for further details

› Contact us Dr John Pritchard T: +44 (0)1332 591703 E: fehs@derby.ac.uk

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MSc Applied Petroleum Geoscience

Essential Information Location Derby Campus, Kedleston Road Duration One year full time or up to five years part time (if a visa is not required) Start date June

About the course

Course details

This comprehensive course combines academic and practical teaching to prepare you for, or further, your career in the petroleum industry.

This MSc is made up of three semesters. EU students can take the Postgraduate Certificate during semester one, the Postgraduate Diploma during semesters one and two, or the MSc over all three semesters.

Our tutors all have extensive experience and will give you a real insight into the oil industry as well as providing contacts to help your career. Teaching takes place in the lecture room, laboratory, and the field. You will also receive professional communication training during this course to make sure your report writing and presentation skills are up to industry standards in order to help kick start your career in the petroleum industry. The majority of our students complete the MSc in one calendar year. Some of our EU students choose to work while they study. The block teaching of the Postgraduate Diploma modules means you can arrange a study break in Derby for four weeks while remaining employed elsewhere. If you’re an international student, you must apply for the full masters and study it over one year starting in June and ending the following June. If you are a UK or EU resident, you can study full time or have the option of studying the course at three different levels depending on the qualifications and experience you already have – Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, and MSc. Alternatively, you can start with the Postgraduate Certificate and see how you get on. The Postgraduate Certificate stage is an intensive, twelve week course taught from June to September. It combines

academic teaching with practical work and will prepare you for an entry-level career in the fast-paced petroleum industry. The high degree of industry involvement means that you will benefit from the latest thinking and techniques in the areas of petroleum geology, petroleum techniques, and geological and commercial risk.

Postgraduate Certificate You will study these modules:

Because it’s a short course you will be ready to apply for work in the autumn.

Petroleum Geology (20 credits) You will become familiar with the petroleum industry and elements of the petroleum system, and techniques for investigating the subsurface. You will relate basic sedimentology to reservoir quality. You will demonstrate your presentation skills in oral and written work to industry standard.

You can take the three Postgraduate Diploma modules in sequence in the autumn semester and then move on to the Independent Scholarship for your MSc in February, or you can take one or two modules in the autumn of the first year according to your work schedule. You will need to be in Derby for fourweek periods for the lectures, practical work, and any fieldwork for each module.

Petroleum Techniques (20 credits) You will consider the responsibilities of a geologist at the wellsite, including the technical tasks expected on a drilling rig. You will learn about the significance of different wireline log tools and reading changes in reservoir, drilling, and safety conditions. Finally this module will introduce inspection and basic interpretation of a seismic survey on a workstation.

The MSc stage will give you specialist knowledge of the petroleum industry. You can study for four months full time at Derby or part time while you work, so it’s flexible to suit you.

Geological and Commercial Risk (20 credits) This module focuses on the geological and commercial factors that must be considered in bringing a petroleum discovery to commercial production. You will explore techniques for appraising, developing, and producing hydrocarbons. You will also begin to prepare for your future career, with career development workshops and mock interviews.

Our MSc Applied Petroleum Geoscience has received accreditation from The Geological Society. You can therefore be confident that the course is up to date and relevant and is well regarded across the sector.

Entry requirements An undergraduate degree (preferably upper second) or equivalent in a geoscience subject

Postgraduate Diploma You will study these modules: Advanced Petroleum Geology (20 credits) During this module you will relate reservoir analogues studied in the field to those modelled from well logs or seismic data. You will identify and correlate facies to develop reservoir models and to make valid assumptions regarding reservoir properties and their flow characteristics. Subsurface Analysis (20 credits) You will study the geophysical and petrophysical properties that describe the occurrence and behaviour of rocks and fluids, including the measurement of field data from wells and seismic surveys and the processing of that data. This background will support the identification and management of over-pressured reservoirs.

Basin Analysis (20 credits) For this module you will examine basin formation and the implications for petroleum economics. You will relate the petroleum system to the depositional and tectonic history of the basin. Finally you will consider planning and management of a well programme in a hypothetical or actual basin.

MSc You will study this module: Independent Scholarship (60 credits) During this triple module you will carry out a research project focused on topics such as well correlation and reservoir modelling, seismic interpretation, or basin modelling. You will submit a written report and make an oral presentation demonstrating your research and professional skills.

Fees 2013/2014 fees for UK/EU students are £755 per 20-credit module. You will study the equivalent of nine 20-credit modules in total. Please check our website for the most up to date information How to apply www.derby.ac.uk/applyonline International students For non-UK/EU students studying full time, the 2013/2014 fees are £14,300 for one year Please see page 9 for further details

› Contact us Dr Dorothy Satterfield T: +44 (0)1332 591703 E: fehs@derby.ac.uk

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MSc Conservation Biology

Essential Information Location Derby Campus, Kedleston Road Duration One year full time or up to three years part time Start dates September or January

About the course

Course details

Conservation is a critical global issue.

You will study these modules:

The World Conservation Union Red List includes over 15,000 species that are threatened with extinction and it’s estimated that the current species extinction rate is between 1,000 and 10,000 times higher than it would naturally be, so there’s a real need to develop knowledge and expertise in this area. This course gives you the opportunity to study the reasons why so many species are under threat and develop skills in the management of species and the wider environment. You will also develop a strong theoretical understanding of environmental management and build up the skills needed to identify environmental issues and find practical solutions.

You will be taught by a highly qualified team of active international researchers, with research skills in conservation biology and environmental management. They are supportive, friendly, and approachable and keen to pass their knowledge on to you, so everything you learn will be up to date and relevant and you will get the help and support you need to reach your potential. You will undertake fieldwork in a range of habitats from the Peak District countryside to a tropical location.

Conservation Biology in Principle and Practice (20 credits) You will look at the current state of the biosphere and the reasons why conservation biology is needed. You will study the wide range of problems that conservation biology needs to address from a theoretical perspective and contrast this with the realities of conservation biology in practice. Ecological Surveying (20 credits) You will explore different approaches to surveys for ecology and conservation, including GPS surveying, GIS mapping, and the analysis and classification of freshwater and terrestrial habitats. You will also look at collecting methods and census techniques for a range of freshwater and terrestrial plant and animal groups. Identification for Conservation Biology (20 credits) In this module you will examine the importance of individual species identification to conservation biology. You will consider the relative importance of different species to the conservation of ecosystems, exploring concepts including keystone species, indicator species, and flagship species. Analytical Methods for Ecologists (20 credits) During this module you will become confident and proficient at applying basic univariate statistical analyses and basic multivariate visualisation and analysis methods. Towards the end of the module, you will learn about more sophisticated univariate analysis techniques to cope with more complex data structures. The module will also introduce you to the widely used analysis software R.

Entry requirements An undergraduate degree (lower second or above) or equivalent in a relevant subject Independent Scholarly Activity (60 credits) Using your initiative, creative thinking, and organisational skills, you will produce an independent piece of work of your choice during this triple module.

You will also choose two of these modules: Tropical Conservation Biology (20 credits) This module introduces you to the current state of tropical biodiversity, an evaluation of the methods currently used to protect it, and a consideration of the outcomes of existing conservation initiatives. You will go on a residential fieldtrip to the tropics (currently Singapore) to explore conservation issues using a problembased learning approach. This module is only available if you start the course in September, except by specific arrangement with Professor Karim Vahed. Habitat Management (20 credits) Ever-increasing pressures are being placed on the natural environment whilst at the same time there is a necessity to maintain global biodiversity. It will only be possible to achieve both in a crowded world by carefully managing selected areas for their wildlife. Such management, if carried out scientifically, has the potential not only to maintain biodiversity but to enhance it. During this module you will study the techniques and methods that are relevant to the maintenance and enhancement of a range of natural and semi-natural habitats. Environmental Policy and Law (20 credits) You will be introduced to legislation and controls concerning the environment and develop your understanding of how legislation works and what it aims to

achieve. The module covers international agreements, EU legislation, and duties of local authorities. Wildlife Conservation (20 credits) Currently the maintenance of global biodiversity is seen by governments as one of the most important concerns facing the continued healthy survival of human populations in an increasingly crowded world. This module critically examines the various methods used to create the conditions under which wildlife can continue to exist in natural environments alongside human societies. Environmental Pollution Management Strategies (20 credits) On this module, you will evaluate the distribution and impact of a range of contaminants in air, water, land, and biota. You will also consider the impacts of the use of conventional and renewable energy sources, while putting into context environmental monitoring and assessment according to legislation and pollution prevention and control. Environmental Impact Assessment (20 credits) Environmental impact assessments are an important part of the industrial and commercial development process. You will look at the importance of conducting an environmental impact assessment and study the techniques to perform such assessments. Critical Issues in the Environment (20 credits) For this module, you will choose a topic or relevant work based subject and plan and produce a report or research paper to demonstrate your in-depth knowledge of it.

Fees 2013/2014 fees for UK/EU students are £495 per 20-credit module, excluding the costs of an optional field trip. You will study the equivalent of nine 20-credit modules in total. Please check our website for the most up to date information How to apply www.derby.ac.uk/applyonline International students For non-UK/EU students studying full time, the 2013/2014 fees are £10,455 for one year Please see page 9 for further details

› Contact us Professor Karim Vahed T: +44 (0)1332 591703 E: fehs@derby.ac.uk

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MSc Ergonomics

Essential Information Location Online learning Duration Between one and three years, depending on the number of modules you study each term Start dates September or May

About the course

Course details

This course is accredited by the Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors as a qualifying course for graduate membership of the Institute.

This course is made up of three stages – Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, and MSc.

Postgraduate Certificate Whichever pathway you choose you will usually take these modules: This course was the first online MSc Ergonomics course in Europe, so we’ve got a wealth of knowledge and expertise to pass on to you. We offer three pathways to a masters award in ergonomics. These are: nnMSc Health Ergonomics nnMSc Ergonomics (Human Factors) nnMSc Ergonomics and Organisational Behaviour. You will be awarded the named Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, and MSc when you have successfully completed the required number of modules. If you’re in employment, this course will offer you the flexibility of online, work based ergonomics training. You may also complete the course in one year before moving into a career in ergonomics.

This course will develop your knowledge of theory and ergonomics methodologies and techniques so that you can effectively evaluate problems at work, propose practical, evidence-based solutions, and assess the effectiveness of those solutions. We’ll take into account your interests and workplace and help you to apply what you’ve learned. You will join an online community of around 100 students studying ergonomics to masters level with us. You will receive a high level of online support from our tutors, who have both practical and research experience.

Approaches in Ergonomics (20 credits) This module covers a range of methods used to gather data about people, their work, and their workplace. You will gain an overview of the tools available in a range of domains, begin to understand their strengths and weaknesses, and have the chance to practise with a range of them. This module will help you understand the process of selecting the most appropriate and effective method from a large range. You will also consider the scope and approach of ergonomics, and its overall aims. Physical Characteristics and Ergonomics (20 credits) This module critically analyses physical ergonomics that influence workplace performance, comfort, and health problems. A central tenet of the module is the idea of optimisation of the work situation, and with this the strengths and weaknesses of ‘physical ergonomics’ as an approach are discussed. Cognition, Behaviour and Performance (20 credits) Cognition is concerned with the empirical study of mental processes including memory, perception, communication, problem-solving and thinking, and how these in turn influence human performance in the real world. The purpose of this module is to provide you with a critical understanding of research methods, theory, and empirical findings for key topics

in cognitive psychology and to highlight the impact these have on human performance.

Postgraduate Diploma Whichever pathway you choose you will usually take these modules: Systems and Ergonomics (20 credits) No ergonomic, health, safety, or performance intervention can be introduced without having an impact on an organisation. This module will ask you to address the real world application of ergonomics and occupational health methods to address user, task, environmental, or cultural problems within the workplace. You will explore the roles and responsibilities of the various people involved in a response to perceived ergonomics problems. Investigations and Analysis (20 credits) This module allows you to study the experimental design and research methods used in ergonomics research. You will learn about the analysis of data required to come to conclusions about people, their work, and the workplace. This module will prepare you for the Independent Scholarship module, which you need to complete to gain your masters award.

You will also study a module related to your chosen pathway: Health Ergonomics pathway Human Behaviour and Health (20 credits) You will look at the relationship between human behaviour and patterns of health, morbidity, and mortality. Using a biopsychosocial perspective, this module introduces you to a range of behavioural factors that influence healthrelated outcomes.

Ergonomics (Human Factors) pathway Ergonomics and Design (20 credits) This module will enable you to appreciate the perspective of the designer. You will apply ergonomics principles and your understanding of human characteristics and behaviours to design issues. You will also study the concept of usability and evaluation.

Entry requirements An undergraduate degree (lower second or above) or equivalent in a relevant subject, or practical work based experience and training Fees 2013/2014 fees for UK/EU students are £725 per 20-credit module. You will study the equivalent of nine 20-credit modules in total. Please check our website for the most up to date information

Ergonomics and Organisational Behaviour pathway

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Organisational Psychology (20 credits) This module considers the importance of psychological theory to understanding organisations and how organisational behaviour, structure, and systems can influence the individuals working within them. This will inform your future practice within organisations.

International students For non-UK/EU students studying full time, the 2013/2014 fees are £760 per 20-credit module. Fees for non-UK/EU students studying online are £840 per 20-credit module

MSc You will study this module:

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Independent Scholarship (60 credits) During this triple module you will investigate an ergonomics issue relevant to your employment or interests. Your project will involve a review of existing literature on the topic, an investigation using appropriate ergonomics methodologies, analyses, and interpretation of data, and the production of a report.

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MSc Health Psychology

Essential Information Location Derby Campus, Kedleston Road, or online learning Duration One year full time or two years part time Start dates September (full time or part time) or January (part time only)

About the course

Course details

This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). Successful completion of this course fulfils stage one of the requirements towards Chartered Membership of the BPS and full membership of the Division of Health Psychology if you hold Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership when you begin the course.

You will study these modules:

This course will help you to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to critically evaluate the fundamental theoretical, empirical, and practical applications of health psychology. The course provides the first stage of practitioner training towards becoming a chartered health psychologist and is a prerequisite for stage two training in health psychology. Our MSc Health Psychology follows the core curriculum for the British Psychological Society stage one training in health psychology, which, with stage two postgraduate training, equips you for practice as a registered health psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). You will be taught by a dedicated team of chartered, registered, and research active psychologists who have expert knowledge of health psychology theory, practice, and research. As part of the course you will undertake your own research project, specialising in an area

of health psychology that particularly interests you and that is relevant to your career aspirations. Our MSc Health Psychology combines research led teaching with an innovative portfolio of assessments to ensure you develop both the knowledge and transferable skills necessary for progression towards stage two training or directly into employment. Our focus on professional skills is a key feature of the course. Health psychology graduates work in a range of settings across NHS, industry, local authority, voluntary, and academic settings in the application of psychology to aspects of health, illness, and healthcare. In its most recent accreditation the course received five commendations from the British Psychological Society, so you can be sure of the quality of the teaching you receive.

Psychology of Health and Illness (20 credits) Fundamental to much of the activity within health psychology is understanding the processes that relate to maintaining health, preventing disease, and promoting psychological wellbeing to individuals who are physically ill. This module provides an overview of these essential areas. It is delivered face to face and online. Health Promotion and Behaviour Change (20 credits) You will explore a range of factors that may influence health across both the whole life or for a relatively limited period. You will be introduced to current models and values that inform health promotion practice and develop the knowledge and skills needed to design a health-based intervention and select and undertake the appropriate type of evaluation. This module is delivered face to face or online.

Health Care in Long Term Conditions (20 credits) This module will see you develop a critical awareness of the role of psychology in the onset, diagnosis, progression, and management of various long term conditions. You will also develop a comprehensive understanding of key issues related to the nature of patient interaction with healthcare providers and explore the role of the family and wider social environment in relation to health and illness. This module is delivered face to face or online. Advanced Qualitative Methods (20 credits) To conduct and evaluate research in health psychology, you need to be familiar with a range of qualitative research methodologies. On this module you will explore techniques to help you with your research projects. It is delivered face to face and online. Advanced Quantitative Methods (20 credits) To conduct and evaluate research in health psychology you use a variety of quantitative research methods. During this module you will develop a critical understanding of a range of quantitative research methods and statistical techniques. You will look at how statistical tests are performed, analysed, and interpreted using SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences). This module is delivered face to face and online.

Professional Skills in Health Psychology (20 credits) The work of health psychologists relies on a broad range of professional skills and attributes. This module will see you develop your understanding of the professional issues surrounding your practice and building up your key skills for working in health psychology. This module is delivered face to face and online. Research Project in Health Psychology (60 credits) You will conduct a substantial piece of independent research. You will identify a research issue, review existing literature in the topic area, and formulate novel research questions. You will then test these questions through the application of contemporary psychological methodologies and appropriate data analysis and scientific write-up. This module is delivered face to face or online. If you study this course on campus full time, you attend the University on Wednesdays and Thursdays. If you choose to study part time, you attend on Wednesdays during your first year and Thursdays during your second year. If you study online, all your resources are available online and there is no need to come to the University to attend lectures.

Entry requirements An undergraduate degree in psychology (normally upper second or above) or equivalent in psychology or a closely related health or social science subject Fees 2013/2014 fees for UK/EU students are £495 (on campus) or £945 (online; UK students only) per 20-credit module. You will study the equivalent of nine 20-credit modules in total. Please check our website for the most up to date information How to apply www.derby.ac.uk/applyonline International students For non-UK/EU students studying full time, the 2013/2014 fees are £10,455 for one year. For non-UK/EU students studying online, the fees are £1,080 per 20-credit module Please see page 9 for further details

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MSc Psychology Conversion

Essential Information Location Online learning Duration Up to three years Start dates September or May

About the course

Course details

This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), so you can be sure of the quality of its content and teaching. You can gain Graduate Basis for Chartership with the BPS by completing the six modules in the Postgraduate Diploma, or complete the additional 60-credit MSc stage. The MSc stage is most useful if you intend to go on to a career in research or want a competitive edge for your next step.

Postgraduate Certificate You will study these modules:

This course is ideal if you want to change career to become a psychologist. Whatever degree you might already have, this course will give you the opportunity to obtain Graduate Basis for Chartership with the British Psychological Society. During this course you will focus on the scientific basis of psychology as a discipline, and its historical origins and development. You will cover a broad range of areas within psychology including: biological psychology, cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, personality and individual differences, and social psychology to gain a good understanding of the scope and scale of psychology and develop a rounded knowledge of the disciplines within the subject.

Throughout the course you will demonstrate a detailed, contemporary knowledge of research within the core area of psychology, research methodology, measurement techniques, and statistical analysis. Successful completion of the course will lead to a broad range of psychological expertise and research skills, allowing you to confidently undertake empirical study and research in your chosen area of interest. You will obtain Graduate Basis for Chartership, which is a requirement for enrolment on a British Psychological Society accredited specialist psychology course, so this course will open up doors to help you to become a chartered psychologist in your preferred field. To gain Graduate Basis for Chartership you can study the Postgraduate Certificate and Postgraduate Diploma stages – you don’t have to complete the MSc project stage.

Online Induction This module provides you with an introduction to studying online at the appropriate level. It will provide you with an online learning environment where you can become proficient in the skills required for online study. This module incorporates key pieces of information from the programme handbook, programme specification, and the coursework guidelines. It is a core, no credit, standalone module. Investigation and Analysis (20 credits) This module covers research design, ethical practice in research, and qualitative and quantitative approaches to research. You will evaluate research and develop the ability to conduct appropriate analyses to address research questions about human behaviour. The content of this module is essential preparation for the independent research project that is required to complete the masters programme.

Postgraduate Diploma You will study these modules: Social and Developmental Psychology (20 credits) You will develop a critical understanding of psychological concepts, theories, and methods relevant to the study of social and developmental psychology. The module will explore specific topics that constitute the field of social and developmental psychology including social cognition, inter-group processes, small group processes, social influence, attribution, social development, childhood, adolescence and lifespan development, attachment, and cognitive and language development. You will develop a deep understanding of the range of research conducted in developmental

psychology, and study the application of social psychological theory to real world scenarios. Biological Bases of Behaviour (20 credits) This module introduces the relationship between brain function and behaviour, critically examining the biological bases of a range of behaviours. You will consider how research in biology psychology can contribute to an understanding of cognitive function, and health and illness. You will be introduced to key areas such as psychopharmacology and the brain, evolutionary, developmental, and genetic explanations of behaviour, and from the combined study of these areas, the biological basis of certain psychological abnormalities, as well as issues in human neuropsychology and cognitive neuroscience. Cognition, Behaviour and Performance (20 credits) Cognition is concerned with the empirical study of mental processes including: memory, perception, communication, problem-solving, and thinking, and how these in turn influence human performance in the real world. The purpose of this module is to provide you with a critical understanding of research methods, theory, and empirical findings for key topics in cognitive psychology and to develop your knowledge of their impact of on human performance. Individual Differences (20 credits) Your understanding of theoretical knowledge of individual differences, personality, and intelligence is critical. This module critically examines the process of identifying particular traits and characteristics within individuals alongside their application in explaining and predicting behaviour.

Research Project You will need to complete this module if you wish to gain a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology rather than the full MSc. For the research project, you will undertake advanced independent research under supervision and demonstrate your ability to formulate meaningful research questions that relate to existing psychological theory and research. As part of this, you will review the relevant literature, plan and design a feasible and ethical empirical study, and produce a scholarly scientific report of your work.

MSc You will study this module: Independent Scholarship (60 credits) You are expected to present evidence of your capacity to execute independent empirical research that builds clearly upon your prior learning and draws upon appropriate methodologies. After identifying a research issue, you will review existing literature on the topic, formulate novel research questions, and test these questions through the application of appropriate psychological methodologies and data analysis. You can draw upon the expertise of members of staff for a wide range of psychological themes, and will be supported in your independent interpretations of the research literature on substantive psychological problems. You will need to develop your awareness of the ethical context of research as well as its purely scientific aspects. Upon completion of the module, you will have demonstrated mastery of research in a chosen specialist area.

Entry requirements An undergraduate degree (upper second or above) and 60 credits in psychology. Your existing qualifications must include at least 60 credits in Psychology. If not, you may be eligible to take the University Certificate in Psychology first. This can also be studied via online learning at Derby and usually takes one year to complete. Contact us for more information Fees 2013/2014 fees for UK/EU students are £945 per 20-credit module. You will study the equivalent of nine 20-credit modules in total. Please check our website for the most up to date information How to apply www.derby.ac.uk/applyonline International students For non-UK/EU students studying online, the 2013/2014 fees are £1,080 per 20-credit module Please see page 9 for further details

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MRes Sport and Exercise

Essential Information Location Derby Campus, Kedleston Road, and online Duration One year full time or two years part time Start dates September or January

About the course

Course details

The sports industry is dynamic, multi-faceted and thanks to the buzz of the London 2012 Olympics, there’s never been a more exciting time to be part of it. There’s a constant thirst for research in this field as factors such as performance, fitness, nutrition, health, physical activity, and psychological wellbeing are under the spotlight to ensure optimum results.

You will study these modules:

We have developed this MRes Sport and Exercise course to help you to make a difference to the lives of all those who take part in sport and exercise, whether that’s at a professional level, recreational level, or for health reasons. To give you the best start, we’ve mapped our course against the quality standards of the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC). Ours is the only MRes Sport and Exercise to have done this. So as well as reassuring you of the standard of the teaching and support you will receive, we hope it will boost your career opportunities. We take the view that your studies should support your current and future career aspirations and your potential. That’s why a core aspect of this course requires you to develop your own learning objectives and tailor your studies to your individual area of interest. We have an unrivalled portfolio of individuals and organisations waiting to work with you across a broad spectrum of sporting practices. They include Derventio eXcel swimming club, Leicester Tigers RFC, Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club, Derby County FC, West Bromwich Albion FC, Aston Villa FC, Derbyshire Institute of Sport, Sportscoach UK, and the Institute

for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity. Working with these and other respected organisations will provide you with unique insights and open up professional opportunities in the sport and exercise industry. We also offer the opportunity to work as a teaching assistant within the department to support the provision of our outstanding undergraduate programme. The facilities at Derby provide an excellent research environment. Our laboratories include technologies such as pulmonary gas and blood analysers, specialist strength and conditioning equipment, and physiological analysis and biomechanics motion analysis equipment. You will have access to excellent facilities to conduct private interviews and focus groups. Teaching combines online and face to face contact, and you will be assessed through a variety of methods including essays, portfolios, blogs, presentations, a dissertation, and viva voce assessment. We pride ourselves on our student centred approach and you will be fully supported by our expert team

throughout your studies. Team members have excellent teaching credentials, and many are actively involved in research and will share their latest findings with you. For example, Dr Sally Akehurst and Andy Hooton are experts in sport and exercise psychology, Dr Stuart Mourton focuses on motor control and learning, and Dr Lindsey Smith challenges the health issues of modern society. Other interests are corporate social responsibility in professional football, strength and conditioning, biomechanics and performance analysis, coaching, and the history and philosophy of sport.

Sport and Exercise Negotiated Module (20 credits) This module enables you to work to a bespoke learning contract where you will develop your specialist knowledge in an area of sport and exercise of your choice. It will involve learning from a variety of sources including teaching sessions, work experience, practical laboratory work, critical analysis of literature, or a combination of these. Research Methods (20 credits) This online module will give you an introduction to qualitative and quantitative research methods applied to a sport and exercise scenario and your area of research.

Research Skills (60 credits) You will be introduced to the planning, management, and funding aspects of research and the art of thesis writing. You will also gain skills in research leadership, research ethics, getting research published and exhibited, and information literacy. Independent Scholarship (80 credits) You will plan, design, organise, gain ethics approval for, and conduct your own independent research. You will then write a report consisting of 10,000–15,000 words, followed by a viva voce discussion.

Entry requirements An undergraduate degree (upper second or above) in a relevant discipline. Candidates with suitable work experience in the sport and exercise sector may also be considered. All suitable applicants are interviewed Fees 2013/2014 fees for UK/EU students are £495 per 20-credit module. You will study the equivalent of nine 20-credit modules in total. Please check our website for the most up to date information How to apply www.derby.ac.uk/applyonline International students For non-UK/EU students studying full time, the 2013/2014 fees are £10,455 for one year Please see page 9 for further details

This course opens up several career opportunities, such as consultancy, practitioner roles, sports marketing, communications, human resources, and public health. The course will also support you if you wish to progress to PhD study or work based research.

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S t ud ent p ro f ile Joe Hatwell MRes Sport and Exercise

The tutors at the University are very passionate about their subject, very welcoming, and always willing to help you. The minute I walked through the doors at Derby, I just knew it was right for me.

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My current research is a study into the effects of cold water cooling on sport performance. In particular, I am looking at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. The hot climate will be a big challenge for sports teams and especially for the England players as they are not accustomed to that level of heat. Using the methods I’m researching should aid their performance. The University has given me a teaching assistant role, enabling me to apply what I learned in my undergraduate studies – and in my first year on this course – in practical sessions and lectures.

It’s great being able to cherry pick what you want to research and the area you would like to go into – for me, that’s sport physiology. I’m also able to use the very latest equipment for my dissertation, such as the Cortex Metalyzer. Hopefully I will have the chance to go on to do a PhD and become a lecturer. The tutors at the University are very passionate about their subject, very welcoming, and always willing to help you. The minute I walked through the doors at Derby, I just knew it was right for me.

Hopefully I will have the chance to go on to do a PhD and become a lecturer.

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MRes Biological Sciences

Essential Information Location Derby Campus, Kedleston Road Duration One year full time or two years part time Start date September

About the course

Course details

Scientific research underpins all elements of biological science and is essential to progression and development.

You will study the following modules:

We’ve designed this MRes Biological Sciences to give you the opportunity to undertake your own research within your chosen subject. You will be able to propose, develop, and conduct a research project based on your main area of interest, which will provide you with invaluable experience and insight into how research is conducted.

Specialist areas in which you could develop your research project include oncology, plant conservation, molecular ecology, wildlife conservation, biodiversity, ecosystems, animal behaviour, animal ecology, microbiology, entomology, and drug analysis.

Research Methods (20 credits) This module introduces a range of different qualitative and quantitative applications to give you a clear insight into the type of analysis used for particular data sets within the context of biological sciences. Essential Skills for Scientists (20 credits) To ensure you increase your knowledge of your chosen area of biological research, this module introduces the relevant literature, research methods, and analytical

skills relating to your research and will also prepare you for undertaking your independent research project. Independent Scholarship (80 credits) You will select a research area that reflects your chosen field of interest and conduct an original research project. You will plan, design, organise, and conduct your own research, which will be presented as a report.

Entry requirements An undergraduate degree (lower second or above) in Biological Science. If you have sufficient professional experience in biological science you may also be eligible for the course, so please contact us Fees 2013/2014 fees for UK/EU students are £495 per 20-credit module. For the most up to date information on fees please visit our website How to apply www.derby.ac.uk/applyonline International students For non-UK/EU students studying full time, the 2013/2014 fees are £10,455 for one year Please see page 9 for further details

› Contact us Dr Gillian Knight T: +44 (0)1332 591703 E: fehs@derby.ac.uk

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MRes Forensic Science

Essential Information Location Derby Campus, Kedleston Road Duration One year full time or two years part time Start date September

About the course

Course details

The forensic science sector has always strived to develop innovative forensic technology, particularly within the fields of molecular techniques and DNA profiling. Recent developments within this sector have led the Forensic Science Regulator and Forensic Science Society to push for increased forensic science research and development.

You will study these modules:

As a result of the increased drive for more research within forensic science, we’ve developed this MRes Forensic Science to enable you to undertake your own original research within your chosen area of forensic science. This course will enable you to propose, develop, and conduct a research project on your area of interest, which will provide

you with invaluable experience and insight into how research is conducted. Specialist areas in which you could develop your research project include forensic handwriting and document analysis, forensic entomology, drug stability, wildlife forensics, forensic drug analysis, and fingerprint analysis.

Research Skills (60 credits) You will develop the key skills used to conduct and communicate research. This will include research ethics, scientific writing, and research publication. This module aims to equip you with relevant transferable skills not only to conduct your own independent masters research project, but also for future research career opportunities. Research Methods (20 credits) This module introduces a range of different qualitative and quantitative applications to give you a clear insight into the type of analysis used for particular data sets within the context of forensic science.

Essential Skills for Scientists (20 credits) To ensure you increase your knowledge of your chosen area of forensic science research, this module introduces the relevant literature, research methods, and analytical skills relating to your research and will also prepare you for undertaking your independent research project. Independent Scholarship (80 credits) You will select a research area that reflects your chosen field of interest and undertake an original research project. You will plan, design, organise, and conduct your own research, which will be presented in a report.

Entry requirements An undergraduate degree (lower second or above) in Forensic Science. If you have sufficient professional experience in forensic science you may also be eligible for the course, so please contact us Fees 2013/2014 fees for UK/EU students are £495 per 20-credit module. For the most up to date information on fees please visit our website How to apply www.derby.ac.uk/applyonline International students For non-UK/EU students studying full time, the 2013/2014 fees are £10,455 for one year Please see page 9 for further details

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