Postgraduate Prospectus 2022/23 by University of Suffolk

POSTGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2022/23

“ EVERYONE SHOULD HAVE AMBITIONS. INDIVIDUALS CAN CHANGE THE WORLD” - DR HELEN PANKHURST, OUR CHANCELLOR

Welcome

WELCOME I am delighted that you are considering further study at the University of Suffolk. I hope that you enjoy reading this prospectus and join us for the next stage of your career. We are a transformational university, absorbing the best traditions in higher education and aligning them with a twenty-first century audience and the modern world of employment and entrepreneurship. Our growing numbers and high graduate employability demonstrate that we are a real force in the higher education sector. I am proud to lead this university, which puts students at the centre of its thinking. Here you are part of a community that will always strive to go further and help you achieve more. You will become part of a growing postgraduate and research community that is increasingly making an impact on a changing world – a place where research, enterprise, innovation and scholarship are flourishing in many areas. Joining forces with employers, businesses, and research organisations, we offer a diverse range of opportunities and progression options, whether you are looking to use postgraduate study as a platform to a specialist role or industry, or if you are looking to progress in your existing career. Gaining the knowledge you need to succeed is just the start. With us, you will receive an exceptional education, richer and more rounded than many, and acquire skills and insights that will always be relevant, no matter how things change down the road. Wherever you want to go in life, we will help you get there. We know you are one of a kind and we are here to help you make the most of your time with us. We recognise that the recent global pandemic has given many students cause to reflect on where and when they choose to study. Our current students have benefited from our approach to both online and on-campus support during this time; our students have been able to meet their learning outcomes and to remain part of a community that is supportive and friendly. We have prioritised the health and safety of our students, staff and wider community along with providing excellence in the learning experience for all students and we expect this to continue for the future. In a world where nothing stays the same, we need to change, evolve and succeed. That’s what we do. Why not join us?

PROFESSOR HELEN LANGTON Vice-Chancellor and CEO

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Never stand still

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We live in a world where the only constant is change The University of Suffolk was founded on a bold vision for change. Unencumbered by tradition, we created a new kind of university, custom-built for the modern world. One that is proud to be different and to challenge the status quo. While others stand still, we embrace change. By embracing the new and the next, we prepare our students for whatever the future may bring, giving them the help and support to succeed in a world where the only constant is change.

Our personalised approach to learning provides the support you need to transform your life, throughout your life. We are a community that supports each other to learn and generate new knowledge. No matter who we are or where we are in our lives, the process of learning should never stop. We believe you should always be a work in progress. Discover how this journey has helped support and nurture our students. Read their stories at uos.ac.uk/neverstandstill

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CONTENTS

Contents

Why Suffolk?

Why choose postgraduate study?

The Suffolk learning experience

Destination Suffolk

Our location

Accommodation

Facilities and support

Careers, employability and enterprise service

International students

Student Centre

Your Students’ Union

Business engagement

Professional studies and CPD

Our research

PhD study

Graduate School

Academic Schools

Awards

Our courses

Higher and Degree Apprenticeships

Financing your study

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How to apply

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Index

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Open events

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WHY SU We are not just another university We’re committed to being distinctly more personal and supportive, we’re a community with students at our heart. We’ll share our knowledge, provide support and help you to make a difference. Don’t just take our word for it, see what our students have to say.

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Our philosophy We equip you to lead and succeed in a changing world.

Our support Our approach is personal; we will support you through every stage of your learning journey.

The lecturers have provided me with the opportunity and skills to progress beyond what I ever thought was possible.

Jamie Ballisat

MSc Regenerative Medicine

Our location Our main campus is set on Ipswich’s beautiful waterfront.

Your individuality

Why Suffolk?

We treat you as an individual. You’re a name, not a number.

Your future Employability is embedded in everything we do.

The level of supervision and support that I have experienced at Suffolk is excellent and unlike anything I have come across anywhere else.

Anne Mcgee PhD

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10 Why choose postgraduate study?

WHY CHO POSTGRA STUDY? Join a diverse, growing and aspiring postgraduate community at the University of Suffolk.

Throughout the course, you are learning and working with an expert by your side.

On our postgraduate programmes you will receive excellent teaching, delivered by academics established in their field of study. Our lecturers have extensive specialist knowledge and are actively engaged in research and scholarly activity.

If you are a graduate of the University, a scholarship may be available for some postgraduate courses. Further details about the Alumni Postgraduate Loyalty Scheme are available on page 101 or by visiting uos.ac.uk/alumni

Learning at postgraduate level enables  you to focus on an area of study in order  to obtain expert knowledge and skills.

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Sam Doubledee PGCE

Why choose postgraduate study?

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Advance your career

Competitive edge

There are many reasons to study at postgraduate level. It enables you to delve deeper into a subject area to develop greater expertise and some career paths, such as teaching, require a postgraduate qualification in order to enter the profession. It also conveys to potential employers your dedication and commitment to learning and mastery of your subject area.

Studying for a postgraduate qualification provides the opportunity to enhance your employability and help you stand out in a highly competitive graduate employment market. You will gain specialist skills and subject knowledge, as well as developing your transferable skills in areas such as communication, critical thinking, data analysis, problem solving, project management and research – all skills that employers’ value. You will gain an edge over other applicants when applying for jobs and the chance to explore new opportunities, such as moving your career in a different direction or having the confidence to apply for higher level managerial positions.

For professionals, postgraduate study can provide a method to advance your career. Gaining advanced skills and knowledge can open doors, increasing your level of responsibility or creating new opportunities. Career progression in some sectors, such as academia and scientific research, can depend on postgraduate qualifications.

12 Relevant to you,  relevant to employers   Many of our postgraduate programmes  have a strong vocational focus, designed to be easily applied to the relevant sector you are working in. The PgD Human Resource Management, for example, enables you to apply for Corporate Membership

of the CIPD as a registered HR practitioner. Research undertaken as part of the PgD  or MSc Human Resource Management can be related to the industry in which you are working, providing benefit to both the student and employer.

Why choose postgraduate study?

Broad strategic knowledge

Advancement  in academia   Although many students choose postgraduate study for career advancement or as a method of specialisation, it can also lead to a career in academia or research. Postgraduate study provides the next step towards achieving a doctorate or a professorial title, where you become recognised in your field.

It may be that you are planning for your future career. The strategic knowledge gained at postgraduate level across many programmes provides the basis for career progression, but also enables you to be at the forefront of your field. The MBA, one of the most sought-after qualifications in the world,  offers sophisticated business knowledge at a senior level of management and significantly advances leadership skills. Undertaking this qualification demonstrates a determination to succeed and will bolster your confidence. The MSc International Business and Management provides the opportunity for those without managerial experience or background in business to gain the necessary knowledge and skills, giving you a competitive edge.

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Postgraduate study equips you to contribute at a high level within commercial situations and research environments, through the broadening of your knowledge and/ or development of expertise and higher cognitive skills. For example, you may debate the latest research topics and apply theories to the practical resolution of complex situations and inform critical discussion.

Commitment and support Postgraduate courses demand a commitment from students to undertake significant independent study, developing a range of higher-level research skills with support and feedback from course tutors and peers. You will have the chance to get to know fellow students from a wide range of cultures and nationalities and be exposed to many different personal beliefs and philosophies.

Why choose postgraduate study?

BEING A POSTGRADUATE STUDENT Block and Blend Some of our postgraduate courses are now delivered using a block and blend approach. Blocks of learning are normally constructed around single modules, enabling you to deep dive into the topic area for a period of perhaps five-six weeks. This is then followed by the assessment. You will be taught through face to face and online learning activities which link the learning through and across the learning blocks. If you are a full-time student on non-block courses you will continue to study more than one module at once, across the length of a semester, with the assessment at the end. At the University of Suffolk, we are fully committed to supporting our postgraduate students, helping you make the best use of all the opportunities available, and enabling you to fulfil your aspirations.

We offer a range of support services to postgraduate students, including dedicated Academic Skills Advisors and Librarians who can support you to develop the research skills required to study at this level.

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THE SUFFOL LEARNING EXPERIENC

The Suffolk learning experience

Whichever course you choose to study with us you will experience the highest quality in your teaching and learning experiences.   We believe that learning is a partnership between lecturing staff and students, and this is particularly evident in our postgraduate courses. We recognise the journey of academic development that some students have taken already on their path to exploring postgraduate opportunities. As aspiring subject experts, you will work with your course team to develop knowledge and proficiency in your subject. You will be expected to take the lead in the exploration of issues for your benefit and that of your fellow students, enabling you to investigate topics you are passionate about.

Our approach to delivery for all programmes puts our online learning environment, Brightspace, at the heart of the learning experience. We take a blended approach to course design and delivery, so you will experience online activities and resources, live streamed and recorded lectures, and on-campus seminars and tutorials. The blend will differ across courses, depending on the nature of the subject matter and skills you are expected to develop.

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Teaching styles applied on your course will vary depending on the nature of the subject matter and skills you are expected to learn or develop. Some course teams employ a problem-based approach to learning, using the challenges and complexities of practical situations to drive learning and subject exploration. All courses provide students with tutorial support, through which you will be encouraged to consider your own development in order to make best use of the learning opportunities available. To find out more about our approach to learning and teaching and our work

to enhance practices, visit our pages on the Centre for Excellence in Learning and Teaching. uos.ac.uk/CELT Postgraduate students are expected to be mature students who have already demonstrated their ability to study independently. Your tutors will support you to use and expand these skills, becoming a proficient and experienced learner able to contribute effectively to our wider academic community.

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DESTINAT SU Suffolk is perfectly located to be the best of both worlds, a picturesque landscape of bustling towns, over 60 miles of beautiful coastline to explore, and all within easy reach of London.

Destination Suffolk

With world famous beaches and beautiful scenery steeped in history, it has a rich and diverse cultural life and thriving entertainment calendar, evolving into one of the most desirable places to live and work in the UK, embracing its strategic location and flourishing technology links.

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Destination Suffolk

ATION UFFOLK

Home from home Known for its hospitable and friendly nature, Suffolk has a growing student community all making the most of what’s on offer. University is where you meet friends for life, whether it’s sharing a Sunday roast in your halls, celebrating your birthday in Cult Café, or catching a train to Old Felixstowe for a breezy coastal walk, Suffolk has something for everyone to share.

Take in the view Suffolk has some of the UK’s finest coastline, nature reserves, rivers and forests. The cycle tracks, paths and boat hire make it easy to explore the landscape that inspired famous artists Constable and Gainsborough. Paddle board on Alton Waters or visit Orwell Park or Rendlesham Forest for some peace and inspiration.

What I love about Suffolk is the combination of the coast and the countryside plus it’s not far from London and the airports.

Jessica Karen MBA

county and it is highly motivating to be given the chance to contribute towards this knowledge.

Destination Suffolk

There is a great deal of history in this

Anne Mcgee PhD

The University is in a beautiful location, it’s lovely to be able to look out of the lecture theatre window and see the boats coming into the docks.

Emilie Witt

MSc Applications of Psychology

Fancy a drink? Try the local beer with Adnams, Aspall, Calvors, Mauldons and St Peter’s, just a few of the regional breweries, great to fuel a long walk and give you a true taste of Suffolk with many using local ingredients like Suffolk malt. Or maybe have a cocktail on the waterfront and watch the boats go by?

Our Honorary Doctorate Ed Sheeran Ed Sheeran happens to be one of our Honorary Graduates. His hit single ‘Castle on the Hill’ describes his love of the county.

Be independent and explore

Throughout the county you will find many towns all with their own unique characteristics and history, packed with an eclectic mix of independent shops, eateries and local artisans, there is plenty to explore. You might want to start with The Saints, a quirky and interesting thoroughfare in Ipswich town centre, visit Ipswich Museum, stretch out on a climbing wall or challenge yourself in an escape room.

OUR LOC The diversity within the student body, with students of different ages and backgrounds, makes it a rich learning environment.

Andrew Wright PhD

Our location

If you want student life without the expense, you will love the convenience and location of the University of Suffolk. Our campus is located on the stunning Ipswich Waterfront, home to a lively restaurant and bar scene popular with students, locals and visitors and offering entertainment from sailing opportunities in the marina, to performances at DanceEast. The Waterfront also hosts the annual Maritime Festival attracting over 55,000 visitors.

a short walk away is Portman Road, the home of Ipswich Town Football Club and several parks all offering beautiful open spaces for picnics and exercise. The annual Ipswich Arts Festival hosts a series of events and exhibitions across the town and there is an exciting calendar of sporting events to get involved with, including the Great East Run.

Ipswich is the perfect choice for those seeking entertainment combined with peaceful, relaxed charm. The main campus in Ipswich is a ten-minute walk from the town centre which is packed with independent shops, restaurants, pubs, cafés, theatres and cinemas. Also, just

Ipswich is just over an hour away from London and has excellent road, rail and air links to the rest of the UK and overseas. There are also several hotels within easy walking distance, which may come in handy for visiting relatives and friends.

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CATION ATHENA HALL

ARTS BUILDING

LIBRARY BUILDING

THE ATRIUM

WATERFRONT BUILDING

JAMES HEHIR BUILDING

THE HOLD

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ACCOMM Whether you want to live in halls or a shared house off-campus, we can recommend accommodation to suit your need and budget.

Our Student Life team is on hand to provide information and guidance about recommended and accredited accommodation, supplied by private providers. The recommended on-campus halls of residence, Athena Hall, is located on the Ipswich Waterfront just 300 metres from the Waterfront Building and adjacent to the James Hehir Building. Local shops and amenities are close by, and the town centre is just a ten-minute walk away. Housing up to 590 students, Athena Hall offers a mixture of flats with communal spaces and self-contained studios; all with en-suite bathrooms. Accredited off-campus accommodation includes purpose-built halls of residences

Accommodation

MODATION and shared student houses of varying sizes; some properties offer en-suite bathrooms whilst others have shared facilities. All properties are within easy walking distance of the campus, local shops and amenities. Sample properties can be found on our website, and more detailed information and availability can be found on Suffolk Studentpad. We recommend that you research the accommodation options available to you before committing to a booking. You can use the resources available on our website at uos.ac.uk/accommodation and Suffolk Studentpad suffolkstudentpad.co.uk to assist you in making this decision. For further assistance, contact the Student Life team by emailing studentlife@uos.ac.uk or call 01473 338833.

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Whatever you choose to study, you will learn in state-of-the-art surroundings. We have invested across the University to create an environment featuring the latest teaching facilities enabling you to achieve great things.

Facilities

FACILITIES at our main campus: Waterfront Building

James Hehir Building

• The heart of the campus • Student Centre • Large auditorium and lecture theatres • Numerous teaching and seminar rooms • Open study areas on all floors

• Purpose-built clinical skills

Arts Building • Hub for Humanities and Arts subjects • Purpose-built, industry-standard studios for: Architecture, Art, Graphic Design, Film and Photography (including dark rooms)

laboratories for Health courses

• Dedicated sports and exercise laboratories

• Latest technology in performance and analysis

• Specialist bioscience teaching and research facilities

• Innovation Hub providing a range of Fujitsu technology

• Cult Café

The Atrium

• Computer laboratories and digital suites • Exhibition space

• Home to Suffolk Business

Library Building

• Main teaching building for STEM

• Equipped with a wealth of resources, computer suites and study areas

• Home to the Students’ Union including

subjects, equipped with cutting-edge technology

• VERT (Virtual Environment for Radiotherapy Training) suite

• Psychology, Games Design, Network

and Software Engineering laboratories

• 3D productivity suite with a range of 3D printers

• Paddy & Scott’s Café

the SHOP SU (where you can purchase items including food, drink, stationery and clothing) and the Social Space with study pods, table tennis, pool tables and a kitchenette

School and Ipswich Waterfront Innovation Centre (IWIC)

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NEW DEVELOPMENTS

New Developments

Health and Wellbeing Building We will be opening our new Health and Wellbeing Building in early 2022, a space on campus dedicated to the promotion of integrated care among our student body, practice partners and the wider community. The new building will house two floors of brand-new clinical simulation facilities, featuring two state-of-the-art hospital wards, a midwifery birthing unit,

a new sports and exercise science facility, a working radiography imaging suite, counselling/physiotherapy clinic rooms and the Suffolk Institute of Health and Wellbeing Research. Students joining us in September 2022 will be among the first to have access to this brand-new facility.

New Developments

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DigiTech Centre

The Hold

The new DigiTech Centre opened in early 2021 and is a hub for digital research and training. The result of a collaboration between the University of Suffolk and BT, with £6.5m funding from the New Anglia Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP), the Centre provides cutting-edge digital skills for people looking to pursue careers in the growing information and communications technology (ICT) sector and fuel high-tech businesses who increasingly require access to a talented technology workforce.

In partnership with Suffolk County Council, we have developed The Hold, a purpose-built heritage research centre which opened in 2020.

The DigiTech Centre is based at Adastral Park and supports the delivery of our ICT and digital creative courses. Specialist hightech laboratories form the heart of the new Centre, which is shared with University staff, students and businesses across the region.

Housing Suffolk’s exceptional historic masterpieces dating back to 1119 with a Royal Charter of King Henry I, The Hold supports research, teaching and public engagement, creating an environment for different disciplines to engage with the history of Suffolk. The £20m cutting edge teaching spaces and public facilities are part of our main campus in Ipswich and provide students with a contemporary new learning space in which to explore the history of Suffolk.

LIBRARY AND LEARNING SERVICES The Library and Learning Services are at the heart of academic life, working in conjunction with course teams and other university support services to ensure your time at Suffolk is as successful and rewarding as possible. Our learning and teaching is technology-enhanced, researchinformed and personal. Find out more about the Suffolk learning experience on page 14.

The Learning Services team are always on hand and go the extra mile to ensure you have your questions answered and the right support in place.

Emilie Witt

MSc Applications of Psychology

Library and Learning Services

Library and Learning Services Providing you with the resources you need for reading and research in all areas of your study with millions of electronic articles, streamed broadcasts and other electronic resources, as well as books and traditional media. You can use study spaces, IT facilities and borrow from all libraries across our network of partner colleges including the library at our main campus in Ipswich. libguides.uos.ac.uk

Learning technologies Brightspace is our online learning environment and enables your digital learning. It is an adaptive learning system allowing you to work at a flexible pace suited to you.

Study support Our team of Academic Skills Advisors, Learning and Teaching Librarians and Digital Learning Designers deliver a range of workshops, both face-to-face and online, all targeted at developing key academic skills such as referencing, academic reading and critical writing. Individual support is available at our main campus in Ipswich and can be booked online with our team who will offer you advice and guidance on all aspects of academic work, including assignment help, maths and statistics, research skills and lots more. We also offer a wealth of support on our website with workshops and toolkits to help get you started on your academic journey.

Brightspace also provides you with an informal online space where you can build your own ePortfolio of digital artefacts and self-reflections. libguides.uos.ac.uk/brightspace

SUPPORT

Support

We offer a range of specialist advice and guidance services, from confidential one-to-one sessions, to workshops, presentations and specialist events, supporting your academic, personal and professional progression.

Chaplaincy

Counselling

Our multi-faith community welcomes students from a diverse range of backgrounds. Our multi-faith chaplaincy at our main campus in Ipswich is open to staff and students of all faiths and no faith.

We can provide independent, impartial and professional counselling at some of our campuses, or we can signpost you to the appropriate support services. Our counselling support is confidential and offers you the opportunity to discuss issues such as exam anxiety, low mood, stress, relationships and personal issues.

Childcare If you have dependants, we can advise you of funding that may be available.

We are here to support you if you have a disability, a mental health difficulty, or a specific learning need. We aim to create an environment that is accessible and inclusive for all students. We will work with you to ensure that appropriate individual support is in place and advise you on your eligibility for Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA). Your individual needs and support arrangements can be discussed before you start your course or at any time during your studies.

Support

Disability support

Financial support Our expert Advisors can advise you on financial support that may be available to you. We have partnered with Blackbullion, an e-learning platform which can equip you with money skills and help you with financial planning.

Health and wellbeing We can provide guidance on how to register with a local GP, as well as how to access sexual health and wellbeing services. Maintaining good mental and physical health is important and we offer as much help as we can to support your life as a student.

Mentoring and student life advice Student Life Mentors are experienced students who can offer support and information about the University. They also organise activities to help you to learn more about university life and meet new people. Student Life Advisors are here to make your transition to postgraduate study as smooth as possible.

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CAREERS, EMPLOYABILITY AND ENTERPRISE SERVICE

Careers, Employability and Enterprise Service

Employability is embedded in everything we do. We aim to equip our students with the knowledge, skills and confidence for life beyond university. Our Advisors provide impartial advice and guidance to support you with your personal and professional development.

• How to enhance your entrepreneurship skills and employability

• Making informed decisions about your future

• Writing effective CVs and applications • Successful interview techniques • Being strategic in your job search • Starting your business or going freelance Careers fairs and networking events are held throughout the year and provide you with an opportunity to connect with local, national and international organisations. As a postgraduate student you can use FutureMe, an interactive 24/7 online career development learning platform, providing all the career preparation tools you’ll need to move forward and succeed in planning your future. All these activities will develop your employability, and some are accredited, appearing on your Higher Education Achievement Report (HEAR) when you graduate, demonstrating your achievements to potential employers. The Enterprise Skills programme is open to all postgraduate students and provides an innovative and creative environment for students to learn more about business and enterprise skills and what is needed to set up a business or become self-employed. Topics covered include: business planning, marketing, finance and include speaker sessions from entrepreneurs and business leaders.

Careers, Employability and Enterprise Service

The Careers, Employability and Enterprise team offer support on:

You may have a clear path in mind or have no idea what you want to do after you graduate. Whatever your situation, we are here to support you with one-to-one advice and guidance on making the most of your time here and exploring next steps. Our support continues for three years after graduation with full access to the same services available to you whilst a postgraduate. uos.ac.uk/careers

Alumni Your journey with the University of Suffolk won’t end when you finish your course – you will become an official member of our Alumni Community. This Community can offer you all kinds of benefits and services, continuing to help you develop, network and achieve your dreams. uos.ac.uk/alumni

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS We are a supportive and inclusive university, providing cutting-edge learning and teaching to a growing community of international students.

Applying If you are interested in studying with us, we advise you to visit your country’s specific webpage. uos.ac.uk/yourcountry You will find information about recognised qualifications, English language requirements and any planned visits to your country. Information on how to apply can be found via our International Applications webpage. uos.ac.uk/internationalapplications.

Tuition Fees and scholarships MA/MSc Classroom based: £12,996 MA/MSc Lab/Studio/IT based: £14,598 MBA: £16,497 Msc Human Resource Management

International students

(HRM): £13,995 Msc International Business Management (IBM): £13,995

As an international student, you may be eligible for one of our generous international scholarships up to the value of £5,463. Please visit our webpages for full details about our scholarships and tuition fees. uos.ac.uk/feesandscholarships.

Visas For more information regarding visas and immigration visit uos.ac.uk/visas

Getting started Our dedicated Student Life team have devised an induction programme specifically for our international students to help you get settled in your new surroundings in the UK. You will meet other students, discover what it is like to live and study here, whilst finding out more about our Students’ Union (SU) which has lots of exciting clubs and societies for you to join. Please contact international@uos.ac.uk, where our dedicated International team will assist you with your enquiry.

International students

From the agent I met online in Malaysia to every other person affiliated with or from the University, I experienced nothing less than the best in terms of administration, transitioning from one country to another. Replies to my queries were prompt despite the time difference and what made a difference was the personal touch in every email received.

Jerusha David MBA

Student Centre

Our courses

STUDENT CENTRE The Student Centre is a one-stopshop, giving information and advice on all aspects of student life, including study options, the application process, accommodation, and finance. Our knowledgeable and friendly team will be able to respond on-the-spot to the majority of enquiries and also help you access many of the specialist services available, including booking one-to-one appointments with support staff. You can contact the team in person by visiting the Student Centre on the ground floor of the Waterfront Building at our main campus in Ipswich, by telephone on 01473 338833, or email studentlife@uos.ac.uk

Ask us a question at:

What l love about the University is the communication. Someone is always willing to help and find out information to answer your questions.

Gregory Ellis MBA

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We are here to make your life as straightforward as possible, whether you are a potential applicant or current student.

YOUR STUD UNION The Students’ Union (SU) is run by you, for you. It’s your SU!

Your Students’ Union

The SU exists to ensure that you have a voice and an influence within the University. Empowering and enabling you to pioneer change in every aspect of the student experience. You get to decide how it works, what events and services you would like to see, what deals and discounts we offer and what local and national campaigns we support. The SU is a community of people like you, embracing change, sharing ideas and making new things happen.

If you want to meet new people, learn new skills, experience something new or just have fun, we can help. You could join a society, play competitive or social sport, represent your course or School, or campaign on the issues that are closest to your heart, being a voice for your fellow students. Your time here is unique and your SU will help you experience it to its fullest.

Your Students’ Union

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Representation Your President of Education and President of Activities and Wellbeing are elected by the student body, you, to manage the direction and day to day running of the SU. We are here to facilitate the change that you ask for. SU Course Reps collect feedback, registering your views for discussion at meetings with senior staff from the University.

The SU hosts a number of inclusive events catering for every taste. We start the term with Freshers’ Week and run activities throughout the year, from pub and club nights to student family get togethers, cultural events, and an end of year ball.

Societies Joining a society is a great way to do the things you love and get to know people who share your passions. If you don’t see a society that you like, you have the power to set one up.

School Officers make sure students from every school are represented at Student Council and School Officer Forum and dedicated SU Liberation Officers representing minority groups ensure the inclusion of everyone’s voice.

Events

Sport Sport is at the core of student activities and plays an important role at Suffolk. Your SU offers a diverse and exciting range of opportunities for you to get involved with sports and fitness, for all needs and abilities. Social Sport sessions are a great way to get fit, release stress and meet new people. A variety of non-competitive sessions for all abilities are on offer including fitness-based activities such as Pilates, Zumba and sociable team sports.

Your Students’ Union

If you’re looking to take sport to the next level, then you could join a competitive sport. It’s perfect for people looking to develop their athletic abilities, play competitively and be part of a team. We currently have many teams who compete weekly in a regional league. Our teams regularly hold taster sessions, so there are always opportunities to try something new.

Advice Your SU is here to support you. SU Advice is a free, confidential and independent service to help and guide you through your student experience. No problem is too big or too small, we are here for you and we always have the kettle on!

The Social Space is an ideal spot to study or just chill out. The pool table and table tennis area offer a welcome break between studying and there’s also a kitchenette. SHOP SU offers food, drinks, meal deals, snacks, stationery and clothing.

Your Students’ Union

Social Space and SHOP SU

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Discounts As a member of your SU, you also become a member of the National Union of Students (NUS). The NUS TOTUM card and app give you discounts in high street stores and online retailers on food, essentials, tech, travel, fashion, beauty and more. So, in a wrap, that is your SU. If you have any further questions don’t hesitate to get in contact with us and check out our social media and our website at uosunion.org to see more in depth what we’re about. We can’t wait for you to join the University of Suffolk!

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BUSINESS ENGAGEMENT We work closely with business and industry in everything we do, ensuring that your degree offers the best opportunities during your study, and long after you graduate.

Business engagement

You are joining a university which has its roots and its future deeply embedded within the local community. We seek to transform our communities through social and economic development and develop your entrepreneurial attributes including creativity, resilience, flexibility and self-awareness. At the University of Suffolk our lecturers, students, and the business community collaborate on leading innovation projects.

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We prioritise the student and graduate experience and aim to connect you with industry through our teaching, learning, research and business engagement activities. Regardless of your area of study, you will engage with the industry of your choice and be mentored and coached into being an innovator in your field. Our academic staff are engaged and entrepreneurial and will support you to meet with potential employers and prepare you for the next stage of your career.

We have built and continually develop a strong network of large multinationals, such as BT, national consumer brands and local business clusters. We also have partnerships with small to medium businesses across the region and strategic economic development agencies such as the Suffolk Chamber of Commerce and the New Anglia Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP). We work closely with businesses to enhance your studies by generating internships and other employment opportunities and creating real-life project briefs. We also collaborate with our business partners’ when developing and expanding our new and existing courses. uos.ac.uk/businessengagement

Ipswich Waterfront Innovation Centre (IWIC) The Ipswich Waterfront Innovation Centre (IWIC), located in The Atrium, has been established as our focal point for developing new entrepreneurs and businesses, supporting student entrepreneurs, apprentices and alumni and connecting us to industry.

Business engagement

Connected with industry

Through the IWIC you can receive support and advice on creating your own business, accessing internships and placements, connect with a dynamic and growing network of businesses and attend development skills workshops. Many of our alumni have gone on to set up their own business and come back to support new students with advice and mentoring. uos.ac.uk/iwic

DigiTech Centre The DigiTech Centre is a collaboration between the University of Suffolk and BT, with funding from the New Anglia Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) and is based at the heart of Adastral Park, one of Europe’s largest science and technology business parks. The Centre has world-class co-working specialist laboratories and will make Suffolk a recognised destination for industry-focused ICT and Digital Creative study programmes and an internationally recognised destination for Continued Professional Development (CPD) in digital technologies.

Matt Capp

Senior Manager Research Strategy & Adastral Vision, BT

Being part of a large technology community offers our students many opportunities for collaboration and informal learning as well as access to more social, entertainment and sports facilities. Through this partnership, we are seamlessly connected to over 100 high-tech digital and technology companies and their facilities, including BT’s Applied Innovation Labs.

The DigiTech Centre provides BT with a great opportunity to enhance our partnership with the University of Suffolk. It opens the QUOTE doors for research collaborations in data science, cyber security and other technology areas that are key for BT and the UK.

44 The Games Hub The Games Hub, run at the IWIC, is a mandatory programme for final year undergraduate Games Design and Programming students, and can also be accessed by postgraduate Games students.

Business engagement

Students are able to learn what is needed to create and launch their own games within the innovative and creative environment of the Hub. Skills gained and developed can be directly applied to industry in their graduate careers and help them to launch their game to the public. Students are also given opportunities to test their games within the wider University community. Speakers from the games industry and our wider business community are embedded throughout.

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The IWIC has been fundamental to my business success. From low-cost desk space to grant funding opportunities, business networking and everything in between. Luke Brown

Element Softworks

Biscuit Sandwich Games was founded in 2019 by Tom Gibbs, Elliot Chester, Amy Potter and George Flude. The team competed in the Tranzfuser Competition, where they entered a concept for their first game ‘Ready Set Sumo!’ As one of the winning teams, they received funding which enabled them to become a fullyfledged company and continue with the development of their game.

Our 3D Productivity Suite has a range of 3D printers, including an industry standard printer with the future-proofed capability to work with almost any plastic in applications across all disciplines. If you can dream it, you can build it, in a fraction of the time and at a fraction of the cost of traditional manufacturing methods. These facilities are available to all students and staff regardless of their course and can support a range of interesting projects.

Suffolk Centre for Female Entrepreneurship The Suffolk Centre for Female Entrepreneurship launched in October 2017 as a key partner of the IWIC. The Centre is a unique resource regionally and nationally within UK Innovation Centres, aiming to provide a leadership role and knowledge base for the support and promotion of female entrepreneurship, innovation within business and a reduction in gender inequality across all business sectors. The Centre supports students and graduates to develop their entrepreneurial skills, empowering them to create, plan and manage their own businesses.

Business engagement

3D Productivity Suite

PROFESSIONA STUDIES AND C

Professional Studies and CPD

The Leadership Academy The Leadership Academy provides education, leadership and management support. It aids the regrowth and competitiveness of the local and regional economy, including throughout the challenges of the pandemic and Brexit. A key element of the Leadership Academy offer is the provision of accredited Leadership and Management courses through the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM). The University is now an approved Centre to deliver ILM certified and quality-controlled Level 3 and Level 5 qualifications.

European Social Fund In-Career Education and Training (ICET) Project The In-Career Education and Training (ICET) project is a training enterprise, funded by the University of Suffolk and the European Social Fund that will improve and increase employer participation and engagement in learning across the Suffolk region. A key element of the project is to procure and deliver high level, quality training from nationally accredited training providers. ICET focuses on two key themes of training: leadership/ management and digital innovation. The project aims to support SMEs to access 50% funding towards high level immersive training courses with a key focus on developing female entrepreneurs and leaders.

Professional Studies and CPD

AL CPD

Our Business Development Managers and academic staff are committed to collaborating with business through research and enterprise, knowledge transfer, and Continued Professional Development (CPD) in order to expand our portfolio of vocational courses.

The School of Health and Sports Sciences The School has worked in partnership with commissioners and employers in the development of health-specific CPD and postgraduate programmes such as the Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Community Public Health Nursing, Postgraduate Diploma Specialist Practitioner – District Nursing and Masters programmes in Community Nursing and Public Health Nursing.

The Integrated Care Academy (ICA)

The School of Social Sciences and Humanities

The ICA is an exciting new partnership between the University of Suffolk, the local Integrated Care System, Suffolk County Council, Heathwatch Suffolk and others from the voluntary and community sector. The ICA will offer co-produced programmes to assist local services in providing the best possible joined-up care to keep people healthy and independent for as long as possible. The ICA will enhance quality of care, quality of life and health equality through its core programmes which includes education, training, and workforce development.

The School has developed CPD provision relating to teaching, including a selection of Subject Knowledge Enhancement short courses. We have worked with Suffolk County Council to deliver bespoke courses to encourage and support Social Workers to return to the profession and support their existing Social Work staff with best practice. It is also possible to undertake individual credit modules from some of our postgraduate programmes, which can contribute towards a Masters, Postgraduate Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate.

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OUR

RESEARCH We are dedicated to championing research in everything we do. Our research-informed teaching provides an innovative approach to learning. Research underpins our curriculum, how we deliver it and drives our new research initiatives.

As a student you will be surrounded by people who will inspire you. We are very proud to have a wealth of outstanding academics across our Schools and you will be taught by academic staff who are leaders in their discipline, with real-world experience and research interests. Our growing and vibrant research environments are made possible by talented people and strong collaborative networks. Our current research endeavours continue to make a real difference to people’s lives, influencing policy and society. This research informs our teaching and enables you to develop into a highly employable, skilled and knowledgeable graduate. We are very proud of the significant impact our research has on the economic, cultural and educational lives of the communities we serve regionally, nationally and internationally. Members of our professoriate lead a number of research Institutes and we continue to make significant and strategic investments in our research environment.

Our research

Our Research Centres and Institutes: • Centre for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) • Digital Futures Institute • Institute for Health and Wellbeing • Institute for Social Justice and Crime • Integrated Care Academy • Suffolk Sustainability Institute uos.ac.uk/research-institutes

Open Lecture Series Our Open Lecture Series is a high-quality events programme featuring world-renowned speakers, showcasing academic excellence both inside and outside the University. A list of previous and upcoming lectures can be found on the website. uos.ac.uk/openlectures

Our areas of distinctiveness   As a university we are developing our academic portfolio of research and business engagement around six areas of distinctiveness. This allows us to recognise the needs of students and their aspirations beyond study, alongside understanding how we can contribute to the creation of beneficial research that supports local business, industry and the wider community.

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• Creative and Digital Industries • Health and Wellbeing • History and Heritage • Pedagogy/Learning and Teaching • Social Justice and Crime • Sustainability

PHD STUDY The University of Suffolk is a great place to begin your research journey and embark on a postgraduate research degree.

PHD Study

Working closely with academics in one of our research areas and supported by our Graduate School, you will become a valued part of our emergent research community. Students wishing to undertake a research degree with us will enrol and be supervised at the University of Suffolk in Ipswich and will be registered with the University of Brighton. On successful completion, your PhD will be awarded by the University of Brighton. This partnership ensures that you can access highquality supervision here in Ipswich and take advantage of the specialist areas of research on offer, whilst also benefitting from the additional opportunities and a rich academic history from the University of Brighton.

The PhD is the UK’s highest academic qualification and recognises an original contribution to knowledge. Your supervisory team will support you through your PhD journey and will be on hand to provide advice and guidance as you progress through your studies. Full-time students studying for a PhD will register for a minimum period of three years. Part-time students will register for a minimum period of six years. For more information about studying for a research degree, please contact the Graduate School at graduateschool@uos.ac.uk

PHD Study

We work in partnership with the University of Brighton to provide PhD courses in the following research areas:

1Architecture 2Business Management Science 3Computer and Informatics 4Criminology 5Education 6English 7Fine Art and 8Health Biological Sciences 9Heritage and History Psychology 10 Social Policy 11 and Social Work PhD STUDY Click here to watch

Sport and 12 Exercise Science Sustainability 13

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Graduate School

GRADUATE SCHOOL

Graduate School

E We are committed to the development of high-impact innovative research across a range of disciplines. Our postgraduate researchers, the new generation of thinkers and researchers, are essential to ensuring our research remains original and dynamic.

At the heart of the campus, in the Library Building, the Graduate School provides a dedicated space to study and to socialise, exclusively for postgraduate researchers.

The Graduate School supports PhD students with the delivery of our postgraduate research programmes and is committed to providing an excellent PhD experience. We understand the challenge of completing a PhD and will support this rewarding journey within an inspirational and encouraging environment of academic experts, peers and our local community.

An important part of your time as a research student at the University of Suffolk is working to develop the skills you need to be successful in your studies and, beyond. In order to enhance the learning experience of all research students, the Graduate School runs the Researcher Development Programme (RDP). This programme has been developed using a skills framework created at a national level to ensure that universities across the country support the growth of a range of abilities needed by successful researchers.

During your period of study, the Graduate School staff will be your first port of call for questions relating to the administration and progress of your PhD, research skills, development opportunities, ethical guidance and any matters relating to research funding.

Through social and skills events and training workshops, interaction is encouraged between students from different academic disciplines, resulting in a vibrant and supportive postgraduate community.

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ACADEMIC Our courses are spread across four academic Schools. Each School has its own expertise and ethos which is reflected in its portfolio of courses.    Our university is very collegiate. We aim to generate and disseminate knowledge, empowering everyone to succeed.     Work-based learning is an integral aspect of all our programmes enabled by strong partnerships across a variety of sectors.

Our academic Schools:

• School of Engineering, Arts, Science and Technology

• School of Health and Sports Sciences  • School of Social Sciences and Humanities  • Suffolk Business School

Academic Schools

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SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING, ARTS, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Click here to watch

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SUFFOLK BUSINESS SCHOOL Click here to watch

Academic Schools

SCHOOLS

AWA Awards

We offer a range of postgraduate opportunities, including Masters degrees, Postgraduate Diplomas and Certificates, along with Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses. Employers play an important role in the development of new and existing courses, and we are committed to building lasting and mutually beneficial relationships with businesses.

ARDS Masters Many of our postgraduate taught degrees lead to the award of a Master of Arts (MA), Master of Science (MSc), Master of Research (MRes) or Master of Business Administration (MBA). They are usually studied full-time over one year or part-time over two to five years. Applicants will usually hold the equivalent of an Honours degree from a UK university, though other qualifications of a similar standing will be considered.

Postgraduate Certificates Postgraduate Certificates are ideal for prospective students who wish to undertake further study but only want to commit for a short period of time. They also provide a progression route to Postgraduate Diplomas and Masters. They are offered as standalone courses developed for sector specific professionals. All are taught either full or part-time depending on the programme.

Postgraduate Diplomas

Part-time study

We offer a number of Postgraduate Diplomas. Some consist of the same modules and examinations as a Masters degree, but without the dissertation, and can be used as credits to progress to a Masters qualification. Others are offered as stand-alone qualifications developed for sector-specific professionals and carry accreditation from professional bodies. All are taught either full or part-time depending on the programme.

We know that there are many reasons for wanting to study part-time, whether it is to fit around your family commitments, boost your career prospects, or allow you to earn while you learn. It can offer a more flexible approach to learning, allowing you to complete your studies over a longer period. Each course information page outlines the course duration and options available.

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OUR COURSES Please note you will need to fulfil the specific entry requirements detailed fully on the course pages of our website.

Our courses

For any questions, please contact our Admissions team on admissions@uos.ac.uk or 01473 338348.

Courses marked with an asterisk (*) are subject to validation

Advanced Practice and Reporting in

Professional Practice: Advanced

MSc (Progression Route)

Computed Tomography Colonography

Professional Practice: Integrated Care*

PgC

Applications of Psychology

MSc Childhood Studies

Public Health Nursing

Radiographic Reporting of the Chest

Regenerative Medicine MSc 66

MSc (Progression Route) 67

MA Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

MSc Education Studies

MRes Social Work Practice Education

PgC Specialist Community Public Health

Nursing (with pathways in Health Visiting PgD 95

PgD Suffolk Executive Master of Business

Administration (SEMBA) MBA

MA Human Resource Management

/Psychological Therapies/Psychology)

Specialist Practitioner – District Nursing 73-74

PgD/PgC History

Social Sciences and Humanities

and School Nursing) 72

MA/PgD/PgC Enhanced Clinical Practice

(Childhood/Criminology/Education/History

MA Criminology: Crime and Victimisation

SCITT

PGCE

PgC Creative and Critical Writing

PgC

MSc

Computed Tomography*

and Abdomen

Counselling

Community Nursing

MSc (Progression Route)

MA/PgD/PgC Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and

Radiography Practice*

MSc/MSc Degree Apprenticeship

Our courses

Advanced Clinical Practice

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MSc (Progression Route) /PgD International Business and Management

MSc/PgD/PgC Leadership and Management in Health,

Social Care and Educational Organisations PgC Magnetic Resonance Imaging*

PgC Paediatric Imaging*

PgC Professional Graduate Certificate in

Education/Certificate in Education

PGCE/CertEd

MSc/MSc Degree ADVANCED Apprenticeship CLINICAL PRACTICE Duration A maximum of five years part-time Entry requirements Hold a Bachelors (Honours) degree at 2:2 (or above) or evidence of recent studies at a minimum of degree level A professional qualification in health or social care Currently working in the field of health and social care for a minimum of one year Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

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More information about Degree Apprenticeships can be found on page 98

This programme of study has been designed to meet the needs of a diverse range of health and social care professionals including Nurses, Midwives, Health Visitors and Allied Health Professionals. This course is designed to facilitate the development of knowledge and skills related to advanced clinical practice. Course development has been informed by and mapped to nationally accepted frameworks for advanced clinical practice (Health Education England 2018, Skills for Health Advanced Degree Apprenticeship 2018) thus ensuring that the course is relevant to contemporary practice. Evidence of successful completion of this course can support you in evidencing your learning and development when applying for career development and advancement in roles associated with an advanced level of clinical practice. This MSc programme emphasises flexibility, and maximises choice, so that learning opportunities meet the needs of your developing role.

Duration One year part-time Entry requirements Hold a Bachelors (Honours) degree in Diagnostic Radiography (or equivalent) CT experience or GI related Fluoroscopy experience (at least one year) Existing reporting qualification would also be beneficial but not essential A reference from the clinical department Confirmation and agreement from a radiologist who is willing to act as a mentor for the reporting elements of the course Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

PgC

Our courses

ADVANCED PRACTICE AND REPORTING IN COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY COLONOGRAPHY This course will allow students to develop the knowledge and expertise to advanced practitioner level in Computed Tomography Colonography (CTC) and has been approved by the Society and College of Radiographers (SCoR). The modular approach will enable students to gain skills in performing CTC examinations and the reporting of CTC examinations and images.

The course will include underpinning knowledge of large bowel anatomy, pathology and physiology as well as the practical performance of CTC and producing a report. It will also introduce students to the principles of developing a CTC service. The course is ideally suited to those about to or who are currently undertaking CTC examinations in their Trust hospital. It is a flexible course allowing for stand-alone modules to be taken or completion of all the three 20 credit modules to obtain the full PgC. The course will be jointly run by the University of Suffolk and Peterborough City Hospital.

APPLICATIONS OF PSYCHOLOGY Duration One year full-time, two or three years part-time Entry requirements Hold a Bachelors (Honours) degree in Psychology at 2:1 or above, which confers eligibility for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Status with the British Psychological Society (BPS) Those with a 2:2 or who are not BPS Accredited are advised to contact the Course Leader before applying GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics (or equivalent)

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MSc

For those eager to expand and apply their knowledge of psychology further, this course is ideal. It provides appropriate progression toward vocational psychology roles, which increasingly require doctorate training. Gaining the applied experience and knowledge this course offers can help students gain a place on doctorate programmes by better equipping them to compete for a place. There are four mandatory core modules which include Research Design and Statistics, Clinical Applications in Psychology, Psychological and Neuropsychological Assessment, and the Dissertation. A broad spectrum of optional modules provide the opportunity to identify a specialism which may include (subject to staffing) Educational Psychology, Health Psychology in Practice, Enhancing Human Performance in Sport, Applications of Counselling Psychology, and Psychology in Practice (a placement module). It is a requirement to have a Bachelors (Honours) degree in Psychology for this programme, however, if you have a degree in another discipline but are looking to make a career change into Psychology, you can apply to undertake a Graduate Conversion Course in Psychology accredited by the British Psychological Society. Visit bps.org.uk/public/becomepsychologist to view the accredited courses available.

Student profile

SASHA MURDOCH MSc Applications of Psychology I completed a BSc (Hons) Psychology and Criminology degree at Suffolk because of my interest in people, I wanted to learn about individual differences and why people behave the way they do. With the knowledge gained, I thought I would be better equipped to support people from all walks of life. I applied for the MSc Applications of Psychology with the aim of becoming a psychologist or counsellor. I have enjoyed all the modules in my postgraduate studies and have really felt the step up from undergraduate level. The course offers a wide variety of learning approaches from seminar debates to diagnosis scenarios and practical placements. It has changed my view of the world and empowered me to have passionate but controlled discussion. I don’t think I would have gone to university if I had to travel very far as it would be very stressful as a single parent to travel out of town to study while raising two young children. I feel very lucky to live close to a university that offers such good quality courses including the courses I wanted

Graduating with 2:1 and continuing to Masters level study is not bad for someone with dyslexia and dyspraxia, who wanted to give up in the second year. I’ve persevered and progressed thanks to the amazing support from lecturers, friends and oneto-one support. The whole experience has been so empowering… If I can do it then so can you!

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to do. The University is in a great location and so close to amenities, I really enjoy an evening sitting in Cult with my uni friends!

CHILDHOOD STUDIES Duration One year full-time, two or three years part-time Entry requirements Hold a Bachelors (Honours) degree at 2:2 or equivalent On completion, it is possible for graduates to fast track to management with employers such as a Local Authority, national and international charities, state and independent schools or nurseries, and Health Authorities. It is also possible to continue further research or work internationally Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

MA/PgD/PgC

The MA Childhood Studies course takes an informed, critical, and dynamic approach to the academic study of childhood and encourages students to develop their own interests and professional practice. We draw on perspectives from sociology, social policy, geography, anthropology and history, and critically examine the changing landscape of childhood in modern society. The course is informed by the United Nations Convention Rights of the Child (UNCRC) framework and is committed to a child-centred philosophy. Modules reflect on the principles of protecting the rights and interests of children, the diverse and global conditions of childhood, and the increasing importance of their participation in society. This taught Masters programme uses a flexible, blended approach to learning; face-to-face lectures, seminars and tutorial support are complemented by online resources, interactive learning tools and self-study materials.

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This exciting programme has been developed for students looking to supplement an undergraduate degree, or senior professionals interested in specialised or advanced study of childhood. It will be of particular interest to those wishing to be, or already employed, in the children and young people’s workforce.

Duration Two years part-time Entry requirements Hold a Bachelors (Honours) degree at 2:2 (or above) or equivalent, or relevant work experience with a post-qualification portfolio and at least two years relevant clinical experience in the health and social care field Applicants are expected to have achieved an appropriate introductory course in counselling Applicants will either have to evidence that they have previously completed a core profession training in a field relevant to mental health or will need to complete a KSA portfolio. The course team can provide further information

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COGNITIVE BEHAVIOUR MSc THERAPY AND COUNSELLING The MSc programme in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Counselling offers advanced professional and clinical training for students who wish to practice as psychotherapists offering cognitive behaviour therapy and psychodynamic therapy. Having this dual-track approach to understanding mental health widens opportunities to work in a wide range of mental health settings, both statutory, voluntary and private. The course enables the capacity to work from different theoretical approaches, understanding research and its application to clinical theory and practice. A dissertation will allow you to explore your integrative approach to therapy and evidence-based practice. The course will enable you to work towards applications for registration and accreditation with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). The course will also enable you to work towards eligibility for accreditation with the British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP). There is a substantial evidence base for cognitive behaviour therapy for a range of mental health diagnoses including depression, the anxiety disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorder. This MSc also offers you the opportunity to practice approaches to time limited psychodynamic therapy with an evidence base for depression.

Proof of a recent DBS check Students will be 21 or over at the start of the course, although in exceptional circumstances applicants will be accepted below this age if they can demonstrate an appropriate level of maturity Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

COMMUNITY NURSING Duration One year part-time Entry requirements Current registration on part 1 of the Nursing and Midwifery Council Postgraduate Diploma in District Nursing/ Community Nursing Studies (or equivalent) Apply online Once funding is confirmed (employer or self-funding) you can apply online at uos.ac.uk/apply

MSc

(Progression Route)

This course can only be undertaken by nurses with live registration on Part 1 of the Register at the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), and who have successfully completed a relevant postgraduate diploma. It provides a progression route specifically for those students who successfully completed a PgD in Community Nursing which either did or did not incorporate a definitive research methods module. For those who have already completed the research methods module a further 60 credit dissertation module is provided. For those who have not completed the research methods module this is included at 20 credits with a dissertation module at 40 credits. The aims of the course are: • To enable students to demonstrate mastery of a subject relevant to their own practice through the process of research

• To enable students to critically evaluate the impact of research on their own professional practice, policy and further research

• To facilitate students to execute the stages of the research process • To provide the opportunity for the student to make a contribution to the body of knowledge and research within their own profession

The dissertation can take several approaches; qualitative primary research, quantitative primary research or systematic literature review although this decision should be influenced predominantly by the nature of your research question, what is practicable and your own preference. You may also undertake a service evaluation although this must be discussed and agreed with your course leader. The expectations of this course should challenge you; however we hope that you will also enjoy this course by choosing a topic of personal and professional interest for your studies.

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The two modules are mandatory and are delivered over three terms.

Duration One year part-time Entry requirements BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent A minimum of one year as a registered practitioner HCPC registered or equivalent A supporting statement and reference from your employer Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply *Subject to validation

PgC

Our courses

COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY*

This PgC will allow you to increase your knowledge and skills in the specialist area of Computed Tomography (CT). This is often a challenging area of practice due to the advancing technology, the rising demand for services and autonomous role of the practitioner. It is anticipated that this course will allow you the opportunity to combine theoretical and clinical knowledge to your current practice which will underpin the advanced practitioner roles required as part of the four-tier structure within CT. During this course, you will learn the theoretical and technical aspects of CT which will be underpinned by work-based learning in practice. You will also develop your knowledge and understanding of the role of the radiographer within CT whilst developing an appreciation of service development, managing effective service delivery and patient-focused care. The programme takes an integrated approach to modular learning and the teaching strategy reflects this. A range of techniques based on blended learning are employed, for example interactive lectures, student-led seminars, group work, online learning environments, problem-based learning/evidence-based learning, workshops, case studies and clinical experience. You will be actively encouraged throughout the programme to connect theory with practice, which is crucial in any vocational programme. Preparing for your future: All students will already hold posts across the healthcare sector, nonetheless completion of this programme will enable students to progress into advanced practitioner/lead roles in CT. Students completing the PgC element of the programme will be encouraged to apply for Advanced Practitioner Accreditation with the Society and College of Radiographers.

CREATIVE AND CRITICAL WRITING Duration One year full-time, two years part-time Entry requirements Hold a Bachelors (Honours) degree at 2:2 or above (or equivalent) in a relevant, cognate discipline. However, relevant work and life experience will be considered Applicants must provide a short (1,500 – 2,000 words) sample of writing (creative or critical) with their application, plus a personal statement including their reasons for applying, their life experiences and the types of literature they aspire to write

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This MA course is ideally suited to those who want to focus on their passion for creative writing whilst engaging with the most up-to-date debates in critical theory. Designed to give you the opportunity to specialise as writers, critics and practitioners, the course offers you the chance to nurture your development as a reflective scholar and enhance your abilities as a creative writer, thinker and communicator. You will experience learning in the interconnected fields of creative writing and critical thinking. The MA combines practice-based learning and a choice of specialisms in historical fiction, children’s literature, adaptations, a writer-in-residence module and a final dissertation which will be a substantial body of professional-standard work in fiction, creative non-fiction, or critical writing. Any of our optional modules can be completed individually as CPD opportunities prior to course enrolment. The course also supports you in a number of professional contexts such as teaching, publishing, editing and professional writing, as well as enhancing life skills and providing access to doctoral-level study.

Duration One year full-time, two years part-time Entry requirements Hold a Bachelors (Honours) degree at 2:2 or equivalent Relevant experience will be considered Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

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CRIMINOLOGY: CRIME AND VICTIMISATION

The MA Criminology: Crime and Victimisation course addresses contemporary issues within the study of crime, community safety and criminal justice. The course will enable you to develop specialist knowledge of the current trends and historical debates surrounding crime causation, crime control and regulation in the UK and internationally. The course offers you an exciting opportunity to study criminology at postgraduate level. A distinguishing feature of criminology at the University of Suffolk is the interplay of theory, policy and practice as the course is led and taught by professionals with crime and community safety backgrounds who apply criminological theory and research in the real world. The course has an emphasis on gang studies and county lines taught by leading researchers in this field. By studying at the University of Suffolk, you will attain comprehensive critical knowledge of explanations of crime and responses to them. You will actively engage in critical evaluation of the many theoretical, policy and organisational drivers shaping and informing responses to crime. You will also have the opportunity to undertake detailed thinking about theoretical and policy issues relevant to your areas of interest and apply different methods and approaches to investigate them further. This course is designed to enable progression in research, policy and practice roles within the crime and justice field. You will study and discuss issues pertaining to criminology in a dynamic, progressive environment and be encouraged to think beyond the obvious.

DAISY KNOCK MA Criminology: Crime and Victimisation I work for the Suffolk Youth Justice Service and felt it would really benefit my practical knowledge to be able to apply theory to the reasoning and justification of offending. Having looked at the MAs available, this one stood out because the University is fresh, welcoming and the lecturers are involved in designing the course area; I knew they would be very knowledgeable about each subject. Thankfully my work allowed me a flexible working pattern so I could continue working full-time while studying.

Student profiles

A Masters requires a new level of independent learning but also gives you more freedom to make informed opinions. I like the diversity of the lecturers and how their different experiences compliment each other, this really allowed me to broaden my knowledge base. I’d advise new students to make use of tutorials, it really helps to build communication and relationships with the lecturers – they are there to help you. Throw yourself into the seminars and critical discussions and just enjoy the experience!

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BA (Hons) Dance

I left school at 15 with no GCSEs and feeling there was no hope for the future. I had my daughter at 18 then my son at 20, and it was then that I realised I needed to make my future count. I graduated from my BSc (Hons) Criminology in 2015 with a First and having just finished my MA, I have been seconded to a new role and even been able to negotiate a pay rise due to my increased application of knowledge from the course. Everyone’s path is different, just because you haven’t followed your education path straight from school, it is never too late – I feel so proud of my achievements.

Duration One year full-time, two years part-time Entry requirements Hold a Bachelors (Honours) degree at 2:2 or above Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

MSc

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DATA SCIENCE AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

The MSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence is a postgraduate conversion degree, so your undergraduate degree and background can be in any subject. It is a partnership between us and you – we will give you the opportunities to gain deep knowledge, practical skills and meaningful expertise in data science and artificial intelligence, you bring your enthusiasm, determination and a willingness to learn and make the most of the opportunities. The MSc degree will begin by introducing you to the field of artificial intelligence, giving you an understanding of the breadth and the depth of the discipline, and the ethical dimensions associated with decision-making by autonomous machines. During the course you will: • Learn the art and science of computer programming so that you can develop robust software solutions to real problems

• Understand how to represent and manipulate highly structured

data in relational databases and high-velocity, high-volume and high-variety “Big Data” in NoSQL databases

• Become an expert in data mining and statistical techniques

to analyse data and deliver business insights. You will master the revolutionary techniques of deep learning, which is at the forefront of today’s AI arsenal

• Become adept at harnessing cloud computing to deliver AI and machine learning at scale

• Have the opportunity to apply all your new skills and expertise on an extended project addressing a real business or research problem

The MSc degree is intended to make you ready for a career in data science and artificial intelligence and so you should expect to be working with real data sets supplied by companies and organisations who are looking to you to provide data-driven evidenced answers to their important questions. The MSc will be delivered at the University’s new DigiTech Centre, where you will have access to new state of the art computing research laboratories. The DigiTech Centre is located at Adastral Park, which is home to BT and over a hundred high-tech companies of the Innovation Martlesham cluster, who form part of the supporting network of industry collaborators (and perhaps one of them might be your future employer).

This degree is supported by a number of scholarships from the Office for Students.

EDUCATION STUDIES Duration Two to three years part-time Entry requirements Hold a Bachelors (Honours) degree at 2:2 or above (or equivalent). Applicants without this qualification, but who have substantial relevant professional experience, may also be considered Have ‘access to practice’, with the following criteria; access to teaching and supporting teaching and learning in a relevant statutory, private, voluntary and independent setting with a direct responsibility for learning Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

MA/PgD/PgC

The MA Education Studies supports professional development in education and related fields. The course provides the opportunity to develop knowledge and understanding of the current educational landscape and to engage with relevant wider theories and issues. The programme will help you to develop your own critical thinking and hone higher level skills. You can undertake either a Postgraduate Certificate (PgC), a Postgraduate Diploma (PgD) or a full Masters in Education Studies. Optional modules allow the pursuit of different routes, including leadership and management and early career development or to focus on areas of interest relevant to your own professional practice. You will have the opportunity to focus on an area of particular interest to you and will undertake modules supporting the development of a research project and dissertation in that area of interest. Optional modules include Leadership for Educational Change and Improvement, Theoretical Foundations, Mentoring in Education, Recent Developments in Pedagogy, Curriculum and Assessment and Technology Enhanced Learning and Teaching.

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Graduates of the MA Education Studies can pursue a wide range of roles, such as Middle or Senior Leader, Curriculum Coordinator, Educational Welfare Adviser, Community Education Officer, University Lecturer or Children’s Services Officer. It is also possible to complete further research working as a Research Assistant or progressing to PhD study.

Duration A maximum of two years part-time Entry requirements Hold a Bachelors (Honours) degree at 2:2 (or above) or evidence of recent studies at a minimum of degree level A professional qualification in health or social care Currently working in the field of health and social care for a minimum of one year Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

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ENHANCED CLINICAL PRACTICE

The overall aim of this programme is to enable students to engage in critical debate of issues pertinent to the roles and responsibilities within enhanced professional practice. This will facilitate the development of practitioners who are able to work in a professionally autonomous way demonstrating leadership within their area of practice and who are accountable for their own professional and clinical decisions. The programme also aims to enable students to critically evaluate personal and professional development needs in relation to enhanced professional practice and implement appropriate responses. Engagement with, and critical evaluation of, primary research aims to develop the students’ knowledge and understanding in relation to both the evidence base underpinning their field of practice as well as their knowledge and understanding in relation to the research process.

ENHANCED CLINICAL PRACTICE Duration A maximum of one year part-time Entry requirements Hold a Bachelors (Honours) degree at 2:2 (or above) or evidence of recent studies at a minimum of degree level A professional qualification in health or social care Currently working in the field of health and social care for a minimum of one year

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Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

PgC

The overall aim of this course is to enable students to engage in critical debate of issues pertinent to the roles and responsibilities within enhanced professional practice. This will facilitate the development of practitioners who are able to work in a professionally autonomous way demonstrating leadership within their area of practice and who are accountable for their own professional and clinical decisions. The course also aims to enable students to critically evaluate personal and professional development needs in relation to enhanced professional practice and implement appropriate responses.

Duration One year full-time, two years part-time Entry requirements Hold a Bachelors (Honours) degree at 2:1 in History or a cognate discipline Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

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HISTORY

The MA in History is designed to take your previous experiences of studying history to the next level. Whatever your motives for postgraduate study – for personal fulfilment, to progress in a career where the skills of a historian are required or valuable, or for preparation for doctoral studies – our MA in History will provide you with the necessary understandings, knowledge and skills. The course explores topics at both a national and transnational level which are not only some of the most pressing of our own times, but are also at the forefront of current historiographical enquiry: the contested nature of knowledge and truth, environmental change, war and conflict, sexuality and gender, violence, identity and selfhood, decolonialisation, migration and globalisation. As part of your studies you will also gain the practical skills required to work as a successful historian. You will learn how to interrogate the different types of evidence that historians use to interpret the past and develop your own approaches to primary and secondary sources. One of the unique features of the MA History is that it benefits from a unique partnership between the University and Suffolk Archives; the purpose-built archive and learning centre, The Hold. Much of your teaching will take place within The Hold which is located on the University campus itself. As a result, you will have unrivalled access to archival sources and research facilities, as well as the chance to work alongside professional archivists and heritage specialists on placements and public history projects. Finally, you will be joining a History team with a growing national reputation. The BA History at University of Suffolk was ranked 3rd in The Guardian League Table in 2021 and was recently ranked 1st among history undergraduate courses for student satisfaction in the Complete University Guide for 2021/22. It was awarded 100% in the National Student Survey in 2021 and has achieved this result in ten of the last eleven years.

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Duration Approximately fifteen months part-time Entry requirements A postgraduate qualification in either Human Resource Management or a Business or Management specialism Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

MSc

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There is an increasing requirement for HR professionals to be able to demonstrate that their practices are embedded in an organisation’s strategy, and fully geared towards achieving better business performance. This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to progress from existing postgraduate qualifications, in particular the Postgraduate Diploma in HRM, in order to achieve a Masters qualification. Students will undertake a taught module in research methods, and then a dissertation. The dissertation must relate to a strategic human resources issue, and in most cases will involve research undertaken in the student’s own organisation. This will provide the opportunity for students to undertake in-depth research into an issue which is of genuine interest to themselves in their professional development, and which will also be of benefit to their employer. This programme aims to develop the analytical and strategic skills of students, in order to provide them with the ability to respond to the challenges of the global business environment with strategically focused solutions. Graduates of the MSc Human Resource Management are able to demonstrate to employers that they can research and resolve organisational issues at a strategic level, which sets them apart from the competition in the increasingly competitive HR careers market. There is the possibility of progression to roles such as HR Manager or Director. Previous graduates have progressed to senior level positions in a wide range of organisations across the UK and beyond.

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It is anticipated that for 2022/23 this course will incorporate the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) level 7 qualification. For further information please contact studentlife@uos.ac.uk and ask to be put in touch with the course team.

Duration Two years part-time Entry requirements Hold a minimum of a Bachelors (Honours) degree at 2:2 or equivalent from an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject; or Three years’ experience at managerial or professional level All applicants are required to hold GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above Applicants who do not hold these qualifications may be considered on an individual basis based upon their overall application Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

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HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

The Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management is the key qualification for anyone who is either currently working as an HR professional, or who wishes to pursue a career in this increasingly important management function. The course is delivered and assessed to Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) standards, and it can therefore lead to progression to Chartered CIPD membership – recognised globally as an important indicator of HR competence. The key aims of the course include: • To develop the capacity to critically evaluate and apply appropriate HR practices and procedures into a variety of work-based settings

• To develop analytical, strategic and business skills • To enhance professional and personal development • To develop a range of transferable management skills Students will complete this part-time programme in two academic years. The blended nature of this course is designed to ensure maximum flexibility for learners. Using a mix of virtual classroom sessions, discussion boards and pre-recorded lectures, students are able to fit study around their work and life commitments. Students undertake a residential event in the first year, designed to develop competence in coaching, action learning and interviewing skills. As most students are working in HR or a related field this event encourages the sharing of knowledge and experience within the group. In the second year, students undertake a research project on an HR issue in their organisation. On completion, it is possible for graduates to fast track to management with employers such as a Local Authority, national and international charities, state and independent schools or nurseries, and Health Authorities. It is also possible to continue further research or work internationally. The University of Suffolk is an approved provider of CIPD qualifications. The CIPD is the professional body for HR and people development.

It is anticipated that for 2022/23 this course will become an MSc incorporating the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) level 7 qualification. For further information please contact studentlife@uos.ac.uk and ask to be put in touch with the course team.

LIZZIE MAPPLEBECK MBA I love my job, so I didn’t apply for the MBA as a ‘spring board’ into a new role, it was the broad curriculum that appealed to me; a wide breadth of learning that touches each part of the business world. I wanted to develop my skills to assist with progression towards my bigger goals such as leadership, setting out strategy, direction and organisational culture. The support I received to do the MBA as an apprenticeship was great – dedicated staff to answer any questions was a bonus and meetings with my line manager to ensure my learning remains relevant.

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The course has provided me with the additional skills, knowledge and understanding to enable me to take a more wholesome and systemic approach to work. I now approach complex business cases with a more confident and comprehensive outlook. Networking with lecturers, professors and other students has been hugely beneficial both from an academic and a professional perspective. I have learned so much particularly in class discussions and debate. The University has made me feel so welcome, it treats its students with respect and is very inclusive. Fitting in the MBA with

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full-time work and a family was a daunting prospect but having timetables published in advance and clear dates for critical deadlines has helped. Regular updates and newsletters are circulated so as a student you always know what is going on and what extra support is available should you need it. I have been so impressed with the library and learning services, they bend over backwards to help. Oh, and the on-site Paddy and Scott’s coffee shops are great too!

Duration One year full-time, two years part-time Entry requirements Hold a Bachelors (Honours) degree at 2:2 (or equivalent); or Hold an HNC or HND or a Foundation Degree and have two years relevant experience; or Have acquired qualifying experience through professional employment recognised as equivalent to a degree that enables the candidate to study successfully at Masters level Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

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INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT MSc/PgD/PgC Globalisation affects our daily lives in many ways. Some individuals are aware of it whilst most people are oblivious; just taking the existing global arrangements for granted. Our MSc International Business and Management programme has been developed in response to a growing need from employers for business and management graduates with an international perspective and thus, capable of operating effectively in a globalised world. The programme includes an analysis of existing global structures and international operations, helping students acquire skills that are essential for professional and practical development. The essential critical thinking skills you will acquire give a competitive position for thriving in an increasingly competitive global job market. Our programme is ideal for graduates who are keen to develop a deep understanding of International Business and Management theory and practice. The programme has been designed to provide an inspiring educational experience to support you for a lifetime. It provides an opportunity to develop key competencies for a career that requires a ‘global outlook’, for instance, in companies engaged in international business. The skills developed on this programme also place graduates in a position to run their own business, enter employment at more senior levels, or undertake further academic studies such as a PhD or DBA. Key features on this programme: • Each module will reflect current business practices and help our students to apply the theories to solve real world problems and scenarios

• There will be a dedicated seminar series delivered by

executives from local, national and international companies

• Areas of focus include corporate strategy and financial

management, international business, global economics, digital marketing, human resource and talent management, innovation and entrepreneurship, information system, knowledge management and operations and supply chain management

• You will graduate with an internationally recognised business and management qualification

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT IN HEALTH, SOCIAL CARE AND EDUCATIONAL ORGANISATIONS Location University of Suffolk at East Coast College (Great Yarmouth) Duration One year part-time, delivered through a blend of classroom (evening only) and online learning Entry requirements Hold a first degree at 2:2 (or above) or equivalent Level 6 qualification; or Evidence of substantial experience as a leader Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

PgC

The programme has been designed to support students already working within the sector to access opportunities at managerial/ team leadership level within health, social care and education/ training settings. If students already work in leadership roles in an organisation that services society, within statutory and non-statutory services, this award will enhance their existing skills and future employment potential. This qualification focuses on the practice of leading and managing people, managing conflict and change, decision making, delegation, supervision, supporting wellbeing and effective teams and developing services. Graduates will be equipped to fulfil the requirements for middle and senior leadership in schools and colleges, Health & Allied services, Statutory & Non-statutory Social Care services and the Early Years sector. A postgraduate certificate is a Masters level qualification but with fewer credits than a full Masters degree (60 credits). Once you have a postgraduate certificate, it may be possible to access doctorate level studies.

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The course is supported by local experienced managers in relevant vocational sectors and was designed in response to requests from graduates locally, particularly those already established in their vocational practices. The course design has been informed by sector subject areas and reflects the focus for leaders in Education, Health & Social Care sectors who share the experiences of major institutions, influenced by political and economic ideological movements and which provide human services in both a shared and distinct design. Services in these sectors have a universal role as social institutions, impacted by similar political, ideological and economic forces and the programme reflects the skills and attributes of leaders and managers in these sectors.

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MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING*

This PgC will allow you to increase your knowledge and skills in the specialist area of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). This is often a challenging area of practice due to the advancing technology, the rising demand for services and autonomous role of the practitioner. This course will give you the opportunity to combine theoretical and clinical knowledge to your current practice which will underpin the advanced practitioner roles required as part of the four-tier structure within MRI. During this course, you will learn the theoretical and technical aspects of MRI which will be underpinned by work-based learning in practice. You will also develop your knowledge and understanding of the role of the radiographer within MRI whilst developing an appreciation of service development, managing effective service delivery and patient-focused care. The programme takes an integrated approach to modular learning and the teaching strategy reflects this. A range of techniques based on blended learning are employed, for example interactive lectures, student-led seminars, group work, online learning environments, problem-based learning/evidence-based learning, workshops, case studies and clinical experience. You will be actively encouraged throughout the programme to connect theory with practice, which is crucial in any vocational programme. Preparing for your future: All students will already hold posts across the healthcare sector, nonetheless completion of this programme will enable students to progress into advanced practitioner/lead roles in MRI. Students completing the PgC element of the programme will be encouraged to apply for Advanced Practitioner Accreditation with the Society and College of Radiographers.

PAEDIATRIC IMAGING* Duration One year part-time Entry requirements BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent A minimum of one year as a registered practitioner Evidence of HCPC registration A supporting statement and reference from their employer Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply *Subject to validation

This is a new course which will support the development of current practitioners in the specialism of paediatric imaging. It will enable radiographers to develop their theoretical knowledge and skills in this area of imaging and to influence service improvement within their workplace. During this course, you will learn the theoretical aspects of child psychology and development. The skeletal and developmental differences in the skeleton will be explored alongside the role of projection imaging which will be underpinned by your workbased learning in practice. You will also develop your knowledge and understanding of suspected physical abuse and explore the role of the radiographer within such cases whilst developing an appreciation of the complexities that these cases present. General areas covered: • Children’s Holistic Development

• Projection Imaging of the Paediatric Patient • Suspected Paediatric Abuse

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PgC

Student profile

HARRISON BULLETT MSc Regenerative Medicine Being from the local area, I was familiar with the University and had heard a lot of good things about it but it was the course that really made the decision for me to apply here. It seemed interesting, unique and focused around a cutting-edge field of medicine. It was also an ideal follow on from my undergraduate degree in Biomedicine that I had just gained at another university. I particularly enjoyed the ‘Independent Study’ module where we were encouraged to research a topic we found particularly interesting and present our findings, as well as the ‘Cell Therapy and Tissue Engineering’ and ‘Stem Cell Biology’ modules. My passion for these areas has developed over time and I’m keen to continue studying by applying for a PhD, however I’m also interested in commercial or NHS laboratory roles. The University of Suffolk has a different feel to other universities. Being a smaller and younger university, it feels less formal and more personal. All of the

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lecturers, particularly the Course Leader are approachable and helpful. Due to the number of students on the course, we get to know each other and the lecturers really well which allows us to get very detailed, specific feedback on our assignments and progress. The library service is great, with the subject librarians offering great advice and one-toone sessions. The University has a great location on the marina and Suffolk has a great mix of larger towns and rural areas, my favourite place is the sea front at Felixstowe.

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PGCE/CertEd PROFESSIONAL GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION/ CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION Location University of Suffolk at East Coast College (Great Yarmouth) OR University of Suffolk at Suffolk New College Duration One year full-time, two years part-time Entry requirements PGCE Professional Graduate Certificate in Education: Hold a Bachelors (Honours) degree or equivalent qualification Have GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above, or equivalent CertEd Certificate in Education: Applicants will require a Level 3 subject qualification, for example:

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– Higher National Certificate or Diploma; – Full City and Guilds Technological Certificate; – Royal Society of Arts Advanced Award; – G/NVQ III/IV Award; – Other qualifications of equivalent standards to those listed above All applicants are required to hold GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above and will be required to attend an interview Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

The Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) at Level 6 and Certificate in Education (CertEd) at Level 5 are professional qualifications for people teaching in further education colleges, sixth forms, adult education, higher education, and a wide range of other education and training settings. The courses are available to graduates and to non-graduates with appropriate vocational qualifications and can be studied pre-service (one year full-time), which will benefit those who wish to obtain a teaching qualification before seeking employment or in-service (two years part-time), which will interest teachers and trainers who are already in full or part-time employment. Students will develop a range of skills and the knowledge required of a professional teacher in a post 16 years of age environment. The course places a significant emphasis on participants developing the appropriate skills and knowledge they require to meet the needs of the learner. The fundamental principles of practice are underpinned by reference to theoretical perspectives, thus encouraging participants to effectively link theory to practice. The course is designed to encourage students to engage in activities which are directly related to their own teaching context. Students are assessed through a mixture of essays, reports, assignments and practical tasks as appropriate for the learning outcomes of each individual module. It is a requirement that all students pass the practical teaching elements of the course. Participants will be observed teaching in their normal teaching context and formally assessed a number of times throughout the programme.

Duration Two years part-time Entry requirements BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography (or equivalent) and 60 Masters level credits (PgC) in a radiographyrelated subject or 120 Masters level credits (PgD) in a radiographyrelated subject A minimum of two years as a registered practitioner Evidence of HCPC registration A supporting statement and reference from your employer Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply *Subject to validation

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PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE: ADVANCED RADIOGRAPHY PRACTICE*

This is a new course which will support the development of current practitioners in an advanced professional practice role. This course has been designed to help experienced professionals effectively prepare for the ever-changing environment within healthcare provision and to design and implement improved ways of working which will have a positive impact on patient health. As a student, you will be provided with learning opportunities which will allow you to explore complex and current challenges, critique evidence-based practice, evaluate and enhance service delivery. In undertaking this course, you will gain the contemporary knowledge, academic preparedness and skills for an advanced professional practice role and you will be required to critically reflect and review your personal and professional development in order to underpin your clinical performance and expertise. You will be encouraged to adopt an innovative approach to your practice whilst adopting the five key principles of advanced practice; autonomous practice, critical thinking, values-based care, improving practice, and high levels of decision-making and problem-solving. General areas covered: • Research Methods

• Leading Integrated Service Innovation • Dissertation This course is suitable for all diagnostic radiographers wishing to progress onto advanced professional practice roles and offers a progression route from one of the five Postgraduate Certificates currently offered at the University of Suffolk.

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE: INTEGRATED CARE* Duration Three years part-time Entry requirements Hold a Bachelors (Honours) degree or equivalent degree level experience within practice Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply *Subject to validation

The MA Professional Practice: Integrated Care is designed to provide a progressive pathway of Masters level study for people working in Health and Social Care. It will empower and enable you to lead and develop integrated services to promote and enhance service delivery. Contemporary practice denotes a distinctive shift towards integrated care for preventative, outcome-based health and care solutions which meets the needs of people, stakeholders and governance requirements. The course is designed to provide learning which promotes inclusive, values-based and sustainable care delivery in a political and evidenced-based context. This Masters programme is designed to enable students to contextualise, lead and transform integrated care services to enhance quality outcomes for people, professionals and organisations. You will develop enhanced leadership, coaching skills and a critical understanding of public health and care complexities in both a regional and national context. Working together with other students will provide an opportunity to generate insights and explore professional experiences to enrich learning and insights from the health and care arena. Our course has various exit points allowing you to exit with a Postgraduate Certificate (PgC), Postgraduate Diploma (PgD) or Masters award depending on your needs. However, most students will typically complete the full Masters award (180 credits).

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The course will be delivered via a blended approach to offer support and flexibility for you to complete the programme. A range of assessments have been designed to foster critical thinking and generate creative thought. These will include reflexivity and action learning sets, captured through presentations, and practice-focused appraisal to ensure ‘real world’ learning is embedded throughout the curriculum.

Duration One year full-time, two years part-time Entry requirements Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN) Current registration as a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (NMC register) Applicants should have completed their SCPHN qualification within the last five years Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

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PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING

This course is designed to facilitate Health Visitors and School Nurses who have a postgraduate qualification in Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN) to attain a full Masters degree. By building on previous postgraduate study undertaken for specialist practice (SCPHN), this course continues the development of critical thinking skills required to provide high level judgement and clinical decision making in contemporary public health nursing. This course enables you to reflect your individual interests and to demonstrate some originality of thought and analytical creativity in the study of your chosen area. You will be allocated an academic supervisor who will have an appreciation of your chosen area of study and will have a broad understanding of the health and social issues, as appropriate to the research topic. Routes with or without the ‘Research Methods’ module are available.

RADIOGRAPHIC REPORTING OF THE CHEST AND ABDOMEN Location Ipswich and Norwich Duration One year part-time Entry requirements Hold a Bachelors (Honours) degree in Diagnostic Radiography (or equivalent) Experience of radiographic reporting or commenting A reference from the clinical department Confirmation and agreement from a radiologist who will act as a mentor for the practice and reporting elements of the course Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Candidates will need to be in post, employed as a radiographer within the Trust Candidates will be required to sign an honorary contract with the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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PgC

This course is designed for radiographers wishing to expand their scope of practice and develop the theoretical and clinical knowledge base required to interpret chest and abdomen radiographs and construct clear and concise medical image reports in line with local protocols. The course consists of two modules during which you will learn the theoretical principles of interpretation of chest and abdomen radiographs which alongside work-based learning in your department, will develop your competencies to provide clinical reports. Successful completion of the course will also help evidence your role as an advanced clinical practitioner in relation to Health Education England’s framework for Advanced Clinical Practice (2017). The course is also approved by the Society and College of Radiographers. This course is jointly run by the University of Suffolk and the East of England Imaging Academy where most of the teaching will be delivered. This is a facility designed specifically to teach radiology and offers access to a picture archiving and communication system linked to image reporting workstations. Radiographers employed by NHS Trusts in the East of England are eligible to have their fees met.

Student profile

ALEXANDRA JENNER MSc Regenerative Medicine I was working in the pharmaceutical industry when I decided to go for it and apply for a full-time Masters course. I chose Regenerative Medicine because the course modules interested me, it is relevant to my job and the University is local to where I live therefore convenient to combine with family life. The course content is based on very recent scientific discoveries related to stem cells which are relevant to changes in the delivery of personalised medicine. Studying a Masters has given me the opportunity to improve my study skills, develop research strategy and tap into the expertise of the lecturers. Learning new ways of doing things has really increased my confidence too. The size of the cohort allows us to have a personal experience, especially with the laboratory practicals and having experienced students from the course helping as laboratory assistants was really valuable. I’ve also enjoyed the peer support from our WhatsApp groups.

There is a lot of support for students at the University. Personally, I really benefitted from the ‘Critical Thinking’ and ‘Postgraduate Writing Skills’ courses as well as additional Maths support offered by the Learning Services team. Whilst on the course I was employed part-time to mentor Year 11 students for GCSE Maths and after completing my course I’m hoping to continue academic research by applying for a PhD. My advice to anyone joining the University is to get involved with additional activities with students from your course and support each other.

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REGENERATIVE MEDICINE Duration One year full-time, two years part-time Entry requirements Hold a Bachelors (Honours) degree at 2:1 (or above) or an equivalent study award in an appropriate science/ bioscience or health-related subject Those with an interest in the course possessing a nonbioscience-based degree are advised to contact the Course Leader for guidance, prior to making an application Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

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Regenerative Medicine encompasses many areas of life sciences and medicine and promises to address several unmet clinical needs, whilst also reducing healthcare costs. Regenerative Medicine is about repairing damaged, diseased and worn-out tissues or organs by using cells as therapies, including stem cells, delivered often in combination with bio-scaffolds, or using molecules that stimulate innate capacities of tissue repair. Regenerative Medicine involves understanding of basic research, in vitro analysis, preclinical testing, product conceptualisation/ development, consideration of regulatory and ethical frameworks, and navigation of intellectual property issues. The course will explore these areas together with providing an understanding of the continuously arising fundamental biological questions in the field, propelling science advancement, with the development of solutions translated ‘from the bench to the bedside’. A multidisciplinary approach is utilised to help graduates achieve critical knowledge and training in the biological and chemical basis of tissue regeneration, stem cell biology, and health-related biotechnologies. In addition, our students benefit from state-ofthe art laboratory facilities and intensive lab-based training: our Biotechnology Unit Laboratory was one of five international finalists for the RegMedNet Award for Cultivating Excellence (ACE) 2018. Students will be presented with inspirational research-infused teaching, from an expert lecturing team, supported by a wide network of national and international collaborators from the academic, industry and regulatory sectors. Our course offers exciting multidisciplinary interactions and strong employment opportunities for these trained in the field.

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The aim of this course is to produce postgraduates capable of making an impact within the Regenerative Medicine sector. Thanks to a developed set of transferable skills, our graduates can secure jobs not only in academic or industrial research, but also in the areas of legal science, healthcare management, scientific writing and policymaking, as well as being well placed to proceed onto higher studies.

Duration One year full-time, part-time courses are available for some Secondary subjects (Billericay Secondary SCITT, Suffolk and Norfolk Secondary SCITT and North Essex Teacher Training (NETT) Secondary SCITT only) Entry requirements Hold a UK Bachelors (Honours) degree at 2:2 (or above) or equivalent Have GCSE Maths, English (and Science for Primary teaching) at grade C/4 (or above) Applications are subject to satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (previously the Criminal Records Bureau check) Demonstrate evidence of being ‘fit to teach’ Apply online via gov.uk/applyfor-teacher-training

PGCE • Billericay Primary SCITT • Billericay Secondary SCITT • Inspiration Teacher Training Primary SCITT • Inspiration Teacher Training Secondary SCITT • North Essex Teacher Training (NETT) Primary SCITT • North Essex Teacher Training (NETT) Secondary SCITT • Suffolk and Norfolk Primary SCITT • Suffolk and Norfolk Secondary SCITT

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SCITT

These Level 7 courses offer a range of different opportunities to undertake teacher training in schools as part of a SCITT (a School Centred Initial Teacher Training programme), including the opportunity to train full-time in schools. Courses are available as tuition or salaried, and are available at both primary and secondary phase. It would be best to check each provider’s website to identify the different options which are available. The major focus of the courses is to prepare trainee teachers effectively as specialists in their chosen subject or phase and to produce teachers who are confident and competent in the craft of teaching, as well as being active in the school environment. The course brings together the very best of academic training to produce Early Career Teachers (ECT) who consider and reflect upon the purposes of education, as well as having high levels of knowledge, understanding and skills in the learning and teaching of children. 98% of trainees in 2019 were appointed to teaching posts in schools across the eastern region as Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs).

SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES Duration One year full-time, two+ years part-time Entry requirements Be at least 18 years of age on 1 October of the year for which admission is sought Hold a Bachelors (Honours) degree at 2:2 or equivalent in a cognate field Or have acquired subject expertise and qualified experience through professional employment that enables the candidate to study successfully at Masters level Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

MRes

The Master of Research (MRes) in Social Sciences and Humanities is a flexible, interdisciplinary postgraduate programme designed to provide you with advanced theoretical, methodological, and practical research training and prepare you for continuing into a PhD or for future career as researcher in a workplace. The programme covers introductory and advanced topics in research methodology and designs, both qualitative and quantitative, and a good grounding in non-primary research design such as systematic review methodology and secondary data research. You will also conduct an independent piece of research as part of a 30,000 word dissertation, where you will put into practice the methods and theoretical concepts you have been taught. While an MRes is a research-oriented degree aimed at training independent researchers, it is important to offer you a more discipline-specific experience. For that this programme offers you two options for obtaining a full degree. As a first option, you have the choice to select a discipline-specific pathway mapped onto one of our existing taught postgraduate programmes (MA or MSc) within the School of Social Sciences and Humanities. Upon graduation you will be awarded a MRes Social Sciences and Humanities degree with the pathway acknowledged, as follows (depending on the pathway you choose):

Our courses

• MRes SSH (Childhood) • MRes SSH (Criminology) • MRes SSH (Education) • MRes SSH (History) • MRes SSH (Psychological Therapies) • MRes SSH (Psychology) As a second choice, if you do not want to enrol on a specific pathway mapped on an existing MA/MSc, and rather prefer to focus on your own area of specialism, you could enrol in a 20 credits Independent Learning Project module, in lieu of the module from an existing Masters programme, in which, supported by your Academic Advisor, you can pursue a topic in an area of specialism of your choice, within the disciplines of the School of Social Sciences and Humanities. You will be awarded a general MRes Social Sciences and Humanities, without a pathway.

Duration One year part-time Entry requirements Hold a recognised social work qualification – have held this qualification for at least two years, with at least two years post-qualifying professional experience Registered with Social Work England (SWE) Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

PgC

Our courses

SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE EDUCATION

The PgC Social Work Education Practice is ideally suited to Social Workers who want to expand their practice and demonstrate a range of analytical and reflective skills. The course is a dynamic practice-based, research-informed programme at Level 7 Masters (FHEQ, 2015) for Social Workers who hold a recognised social work qualification, have held this qualification for at least two years and are registered with Social Work England. The course is a professional development programme designed for practitioners to develop their social work practice to become highly skilled practice educators. The course encourages candidates to integrate and build their knowledge, skills, understanding, and demonstrate expert and effective practice in line with the Practice Educator Professional Standards for social work (PEPS) requirements (BASW, 2020). The course offers a discursive and critically reflective learning environment in which candidates are supported to develop their supervision, teaching and assessment of student social workers to become expert, evidence-informed educators. Candidates will recognise the significance of their role in assuming responsibility and accountability for the practice of others and value the reciprocity of feedback and assessment between practice educator and student. Candidates will critically evaluate contemporary social work models, methods and theories, and model good practice in their commitment to anti-racist, anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive social work practice.

SPECIALIST COMMUNITY PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING (WITH PATHWAYS IN HEALTH VISITING AND SCHOOL NURSING) Duration One year full-time Entry requirements Registered on Nursing or Midwifery parts of NMC register First degree (or equivalent 120 credits at Level 6), or evidence of working at Masters Level, or the ability to work at this Level Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

PgD

This programme has been designed for practitioners who wish to develop knowledge, understanding and skills of public health approaches to practice and work in the field of specialist community health nursing, health visiting or school nursing. Such a context of practice requires that health care professionals develop a comprehensive range of skills to enable them to develop and lead population-based services designed to tackle inequalities in health, prevent ill health and work in partnership with individuals, families and communities. The programme is committed to ongoing development of Specialist Community Public Health Nursing practitioners (SCPHNs) and is contemporary in its content and delivery. A blended learning approach is used with time spent in university and practice-based learning; students are supported in practice by an experienced practice supervisor and assessor. Innovative methods of teaching incorporate virtual learning to enhance student focused education.

Our courses

Current developments in practice are recognising the need for SCPHN practitioners to have enhanced critical thinking, research knowledge, and to become reflective responsive public health practitioners with the potential to lead the delivery of quality services for individuals and communities.

Duration One year full-time, two years part-time Entry requirements Hold a Bachelors (Honours) degree at 2:2 or above Registered on part 1 of the NMC register Three years postregistration experience – the most recent being in the community/ primary care setting Apply online In the first instance – via your current employer and then apply online at uos.ac.uk/apply

PgD

Our courses

SPECIALIST PRACTITIONER – DISTRICT NURSING

Practitioners who undertake this programme will be highly motivated individuals who demonstrate a strong commitment to developing District Nursing practice based on the integration of critically appraised evidence with professional expertise. It is expected that students will have a wealth of previous experience which will be utilised, challenged and built upon. The programme embraces a facilitative approach to learning, co-ordinated to support the practice element at the centre of the programme. This programme is underpinned by three core values: • The delivery of patient and family-centred care

• Student-centred learning • Practice-focused development

Further contributory values include collaboration, partnership, professional expertise and innovation. These values shape and inform both the theory and practice to ensure that high quality care is delivered to a rapidly changing and diverse primary care environment. The curriculum in this programme has been developed to ensure that practitioners are prepared to respond to the demands of an advanced level of practice in the contemporary context of primary health care. All modules are mandatory and are mapped against the Standards for Specialist Education and Practice (District Nursing), endorsed by the Nursing and Midwifery Council, and also mapped against the education and practice standards developed for District Nursing by the Queens Nursing Institute (2015).

MBA SUFFOLK EXECUTIVE MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (SEMBA) Duration One-two years full-time, two-four years part-time Entry requirements Students will be required to have at least three years relevant work experience before starting on our new MBA programmes Preferably students will hold a Bachelors (Honours) degree at 2:2 or above, but experience will also be considered Will be required to supply two references. Preferably one academic and one from recent or current employment Applicants will be asked to attend an interview (virtual) Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

The Suffolk Executive MBA (SEMBA) offers business knowledge at a senior level of management and advances leadership skills. Undertaking this qualification demonstrates determination to succeed in your chosen career and will bolster your confidence. The course aims to develop analytical and strategic management skills using concepts derived from a wide range of academic disciplines. With its flexible and practical nature, the SEMBA is designed to fit in with existing career commitments, enabling managers across several different industries and sectors who are wanting to boost their career prospects. Students will be involved in live management issues through various projects and assessments, developing leadership and management skills, and undertaking both group-based and individual work. The blended approach to the SEMBA combines a multitude of different traditional classroom learning supported by additional forms of online learning and Postgraduate Workshop Series. The Postgraduate Workshop Series aims to address a wide range of current management issues and offers an opportunity to discuss these themes with academics and practitioners. We actively encourage students to fundamentally question generally accepted management and leadership understanding by drawing upon the full range of social scientific knowledge. Not only does this develop a greater awareness of the complex nature of organisations and their functioning, but it develops the transferable skills of evaluation and analysis required of senior management. This enables students to respond creatively and effectively to the challenges presented by a global business environment, and to broaden the range of management responsibilities they undertake.

Our courses

There are three specialisms that can be taken on the SEMBA: Integrated Care, Leadership or Marketing. In to gain the specialism element, you will need to complete the relevant optional module and complete a management project within that discipline with these discipline. There are two options to study a Certificate or Diploma within the SEMBA programme, by offering these options it allows students / organisations an opportunity to explore certain specific disciplines within the SEMBA. PgC Business Administration (60 credits) or PgD Business Administration (120 credits).

HIGHER AND DEGRE APPRENTIC

Higher and Degree Apprenticeships

Our apprenticeships are offered at Levels 5–7 and apprentices are awarded a Foundation degree (Level 5), a Bachelor degree (Level 6) or a Masters degree (Level 7) at the end of their course.

The Apprenticeship Hub Based in the Ipswich Waterfront Innovation Centre (IWIC), the Hub houses a dedicated Apprenticeship team who are on-hand to support apprentices and employers on a learner’s journey, working across various professional and support services within the University. It is the Hub’s mission to promote the opportunities for work-based learning within both our local community and with our partners across the country.

Studying As an apprentice, you will have a contract of employment enabling you to earn while you learn. You will also receive on-the-job specialist training and will spend at least 20% of your contracted working hours completing off-the-job training. Lectures take place either at the University or within specialist teaching facilities agreed with the employer; using Brightspace, our Virtual Learning Environment or within your workplace. You will continue to build your professional network and strengthen your CV from the start.

Funding There are no tuition fees, as these are met by your employer. As you will be in full-time employment you will not be eligible for additional financial support either through Student Finance England or directly from the University.

EE CESHIPS Assessments

How to apply

Apprentices will undertake a range of assessments, including work-based projects, assignments, exams, presentations, and group work. Apprentices will need to complete all on-programme elements including achievement of functional skills Level 2 Maths and English (unless exempt), any mandatory qualifications and completion of a 20% off-the-job training log before entering Gateway. Gateway is when the employer and apprenticeship provider give the go-ahead that the apprentice is competent in their role and is prepared enough to proceed to the EndPoint Assessment (EPA). Upon completion, apprentices will receive their University Award (e.g. Bachelor degree) and a certificate of completion.

As a prospective apprentice you must be in employment with a levy-paying organisation, for a minimum of 30 hours per week and will need to apply for an apprenticeship at the University via your employer. Employers contract the University of Suffolk to deliver the apprenticeship training and prospective apprentices are sent an application to complete. Apprentices will usually be expected to meet the published entry requirements for the degree and must provide evidence of all qualifications to the University before starting the course.

Higher and Degree Apprenticeships

We have been developing and delivering Higher and Degree Level Apprenticeships since 2017, and work in partnership with employers to deliver these, meeting their business needs whilst improving staff productivity, development and ultimately job retention.

More information More information about apprenticeships is available at uos.ac.uk/apprenticeships

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FINANCING YOUR STUDY 2022/23 Tuition fees for home students Masters programmes (excluding the MBA, HRM and IBA) full-time Class-based courses: £8,496 Lab-based courses: £9,495 Master of Business Administration (MBA) full-time: £12,501 MSc Human Resource Management (HRM) and MSc International Business Management (IBA) full-time: £9,495 Postgraduate/Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)

Financing your study

full-time: £6,870 Postgraduate Diploma programmes (PgD) full-time: £5,490 Postgraduate Certificate programmes (PgC) full-time: £2,745

uos.ac.uk/postgraduatefinance

Laboratory/high course fees apply for some courses. Full tuition fee details, including for part-time study, can be found on the individual postgraduate course information pages of our website. Further information on fees and finance, including scholarships for EU and International students can also be found on our website. uos.ac.uk/postgraduatefinance

Postgraduate loans Postgraduate loans are available to help with the tuition fees and/or living costs for some courses at a postgraduate level of study. Loans can be used to pay your tuition fees or to help support yourself while you study. The loan will be paid directly to you, you will need to pay your fees directly to the University. You can apply for the full amount regardless of the actual tuition fee that you will be paying. For the set eligibility criteria and further information please visit gov.uk/funding-for-postgraduate-study

Employers

Many postgraduate courses are available to study part-time which provides you with the opportunity to work alongside your studies. The Careers and Employability team are available to support and guide you through your option. uos.ac.uk/careers-and-employability-service

If you are currently working, you may be eligible for help with your fees through CPD (Continuing Professional Development) or other forms of staff development. It would be worth discussing the options with your employer.

Institutional or charity funding There are funding bodies to which applications for support can be made. The amount of funding available and the terms and conditions vary. For example, Postgrad Solutions Ltd offer limited bursaries of £500, visit Postgrad.com for more details on this and other bursaries that may be available. Students who find themselves in financial difficulty may be eligible to apply to the Financial Support Fund (FSF). The FSF is administered by the University based on guidance from the National Association of Student Money Advisors. Applications are means-tested and assume the student has already made the minimum required financial provision for their time as a postgraduate student.

Financing your study

Part-time work

Alumni Postgraduate Loyalty Scheme The University of Suffolk Alumni Postgraduate Loyalty Scheme has been developed to support and encourage alumni to progress to full or part-time postgraduate taught or research programmes at the University, including PhD study. The scheme is accessed annually, and students will need to reapply each year. For further details, full eligibility criteria and to complete the relevant application form, visit uos.ac.uk/alumni

Bursaries Details of any additional bursaries and support can be found on the website uos.ac.uk/postgraduatefinance

All information is correct at the time of printing. For up-to-date information on fees and finance, please see our website uos.ac.uk/postgraduatefinance

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HOW TO We welcome applications from all prospective students who demonstrate they have the academic skills or experience to successfully complete their chosen course.* Most postgraduate degrees are available on both a full-time and part-time basis with students able to choose the best method of study for them.

How to apply

Individuals wishing to study full or part-time postgraduate, professional or CPD courses starting in September or February should apply directly via the online application form on our website. Visit uos.ac.uk/apply

If you are considering applying for postgraduate study, we would encourage you to attend a postgraduate Open Event as they are a great opportunity to find out more about the University and what the course entails. Find out more on page 106 as well as uos.ac.uk/openevents *If you have any questions about entry requirements, or whether your qualifications are sufficient please contact Admissions on 01473 338348.

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INDEX

Professional Practice: Advanced

A Advanced Clinical Practice

Advanced Practice and Reporting in Computed Tomography Colonography

Applications of Psychology

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy

Public Health Nursing

and Abdomen

Regenerative Medicine

and Counselling

Community Nursing

SCITT

Computed Tomography

Social Sciences and Humanities

Creative and Critical Writing

(Childhood/Criminology/Education/

Criminology: Crime and Victimisation

History/Psychological Therapies

D Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

Education Studies Enhanced Clinical Practice

72 73-74

Human Resource Management

75 76-77

I International Business and Management

L Leadership and Management in Health, Social Care and Educational Organisations

M Magnetic Resonance Imaging

P Paediatric Imaging

Professional Graduate Certificate in Education/Certificate in Education

/Psychology)

Social Work Practice Education

Specialist Community Public Health Visiting and School Nursing)

Specialist Practitioner – District Nursing

Suffolk Executive Master of Business Administration (SEMBA)

H History

Nursing (with pathways in Health

Index

Professional Practice: Integrated Care

Radiographic Reporting of the Chest

C Childhood Studies

Radiography Practice

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Campus Tours

At all Open Events for postgraduate study, either on campus or virtual, you will be able to speak to academics about the subjects and courses that interest you, as well as support staff who can give you more information on topics such as admissions, accommodation, finance and support specifically relating to postgraduate study.

Explore our main campus in Ipswich, including the courses, facilities, accommodation, support services and student life anytime from the comfort of your own home on uos.ac.uk/virtualtour

Can’t make one of our Open Events? Not a problem – visit uos.ac.uk/campustours for information on how you can book a tour of our main campus in Ipswich.

Virtual Tours

For more information and dates of upcoming Open Events (including any additional Clearing Events and those held at Partner Colleges) visit uos.ac.uk/openevents

Open events

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