Postgraduate Prospectus 2020
Driving Innovation, Fuelling Ambition We’re in the top 10 nationally for supervision of our students, and overall satisfaction*. We’ve also been identified as having world-leading research in 14 areas of the University’s research activity** *Postgraduate Research Experience Survey (PRES) 2019 **Research Excellence Framework, 2014
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Look out for... Benefits of Postgraduate Study With a wide range of benefits available within postgraduate study, as well as flexible study modes, discover how postgraduate study can work for you.
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Catch a glimpse of what your Chester story might look like on pages 8 to 73 of this prospectus. In this section, you can get to know our specialist campuses and sites, learn more about the superb extracurricular opportunities available and much more.
To help make your course search easier, we have grouped our courses by subject area for your convenience, from Animal and Wildlife Sciences all the way through to Work Based Studies. Browse page 74 to find the perfect course for you.
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Contents Welcome from the Chancellor
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The University of Chester
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Our Campuses and Other Specialist Sites Inspiring Futures Research and Innovation
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Benefits of Postgraduate Study
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Preparing for Postgraduate Study Study Options Qualification Types How to Apply for Postgraduate Taught Courses How to Apply for Postgraduate Research Finance Support for Students Accommodation Preparing for Your Future
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Student Life in Chester
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Parkgate Road Campus Creative Campus, Kingsway Queen’s Park Campus Thornton Science Park Riverside Campus In and Around Chester
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Student Life in Warrington
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Warrington Campus In and Around Warrington
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University Centre Shrewsbury
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About University Centre Shrewsbury In and Around Shrewsbury
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Animal and Wildlife Sciences Art and Design Biological Sciences Business and Management Chemistry and Physics Computer Science Education and Childhood Studies Engineering English Food, Nutrition and Clinical Sciences Geography and International Development Health Care and Social Work History and Archaeology Law Mathematics Media Medical and Life Sciences Modern Languages and Area Studies Performing Arts Policing, Law Enforcement and Security Psychology and Counselling Sports Science and Sports Performance Theology and Religious Studies Work Based Studies
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Notes for Applicants Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Useful Contacts Courses Index General Index How to Find Us Alumni Mission Statement Graduation
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Welcome
Dr Gyles Brandreth Chancellor, University of Chester
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Welcome
Welcome from the Chancellor As Chancellor of the University of Chester, I have had the privilege of meeting hundreds of students on their graduation days and I have been impressed – and inspired – by their accounts of their time at the University. They have enjoyed their life here: they have found the University of Chester to be a happy, creative and exciting place to be, with a real sense of community and a commitment to excellence. The institution’s roots date back to the 1830s when it began as a teacher training college. I have been involved in the University since the 1990s (when I was the member of parliament for the City of Chester) and have seen it evolve into the dynamic and highly-regarded institution it is today, providing a supportive and encouraging learning environment, with modern and coursespecific facilities across a number of specialist sites. Thank you for considering the University of Chester. I think you will find both the range of opportunities here and the calibre of the academic staff and the support teams impressive – high-powered, but human, too. Choosing a university is a big decision, fundamental to your future life. I can tell you that the graduate students I have met very much believe they made the right choice. I hope the pages that follow will help you make the right choice – and that, one day, I will have the honour of meeting you when you graduate from this inspiring and very special university.
Dr Gyles Brandreth Chancellor, University of Chester
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The Employment Performance Indicator (EPI) figure from DLHE 2016/17 (the most recent published data) is 97.2% of graduates are in employment and/or further study. This is for UK Postgraduate Taught fulltime and part-time leavers.
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The University of Chester From a teaching college in 1839, to the University of Chester today, we’re a 21st-century University that is still guided by the principles that founded the institution. Open, inclusive and supportive, we are committed to creating an outstanding learning experience and supporting every student to reach their full potential.
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Located in the North West of England, the University of Chester is a progressive University that gives you the freedom and support to develop into a distinctive and highly employable graduate. Although we pride ourselves on delivering high standards of teaching, we also offer opportunities, through a number of initiatives, to shape your student experience to suit your career ambitions.
Our Campuses and Sites
Your Course and Campus
Originally based on one campus in Chester, we now offer an extensive range of postgraduate courses to over 4,700* students across a number of specialist sites. This includes five sites in Chester, our campus in Warrington, our University Centre in Shrewsbury, and our new health and nursing education facility Marriss House, in Birkenhead. However, the postgraduate provision of the University extends well beyond these sites, to work with selected partners around the world.
References to which campuses our courses are based at can be found within our course pages. Our sites have been designed with your needs in mind and offer modern facilities for teaching, learning and student life. As you read through this prospectus, you can find out more about what makes each of our campuses unique, and how these dedicated learning environments can enhance your University experience. Get to know your course: page 74 onwards
Although our sites all share the same core University of Chester values, the campus you study at will play a major part in shaping your University experience. Get to know your campus: pages 12 - 15 *Postgraduate student count for 2018/19 (excluding partner sites)
180 years of inspiring futures We’re proud to provide an open, inclusive and supportive University, that’s committed to supporting every student to reach their full potential.
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Our Campuses and Other Specialist Sites – Chester Originally based at the Parkgate Road Campus, we now offer teaching across a number of specialist sites across the region.
Parkgate Road Campus A central hub for students The historic Parkgate Road Campus is where our story began, and is home to a number of academic departments (a full list of departments can be found on page 45), plus many of the University’s central support services and accommodation. The Parkgate Road Campus is only a 10-minute walk from the beautiful and bustling city of Chester, making it easy to explore your new surroundings outside your studies. Read more on page 44
Creative Campus, Kingsway Arts and Media Home to the Department of Art and Design and the Department of Performing Arts, Creative Campus, Kingsway, is our specialist creative arts campus, providing students with an array of engaging and inspiring art, design and performance-based facilities.
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The Creative Campus, Kingsway, is located on the edge of Chester, where the Parkgate Road Campus can be reached within a 20-minute walk, and the city centre a 10-minute cycle. Read more on page 48
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Queen’s Park Campus Chester Business School Home to the Faculty of Business and Management, Queen’s Park is the University’s Business School. This prestigious campus has a hidden history of leaders, and the corporate environment, business links and impressive learning facilities makes it a fitting place for students to flourish.
Queen’s Park Campus is located alongside the banks of the River Dee, close to Chester’s lively city centre. The Parkgate Road Campus can be reached within a 30-minute walk through the city centre. Read more on page 50
Thornton Science Park Science and Engineering A centre for scientific research, and home to a number of science and technologybased businesses, students studying within the Faculty of Science and Engineering can benefit from industry, innovation and academia all within one site.
As a working science park and former Shell Technology Centre, Thornton Science Park is located just outside the city of Chester. A free shuttle bus to and from the Parkgate Road Campus is provided for students studying at Thornton Science Park. Read more on page 52
Riverside Campus Education and Health and Social Care Home to some of our teacher training, childhood studies, and health professional courses; Riverside provides subject-specific facilities for those distinct subject areas. Located close to the city of Chester and the River Dee, the Parkgate Road Campus can be reached within a 20-minute walk through the city centre.
Please note that in addition to the Riverside Campus, some Faculty of Education and Children’s Services, as well as Faculty of Health and Social Care courses, may be based at other learning sites. Please check pages 54 - 55 for more information, and course pages for individual course locations. Read more on page 54
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Our Campuses and Other Specialist Sites – Warrington, Shrewsbury and Birkenhead Warrington Campus Warrington Campus is a welcoming, supportive and modern selfcontained campus that specialises in delivering vocational courses with an applied approach to learning. Specialist areas include business, education, health and social care, media, policing and sport. We have representatives from a number of the University’s central support services on-site, as well as accommodation. A free University shuttle bus to and from the Parkgate Road Campus is available to students, and regular bus routes into the lively town of Warrington depart from outside the Warrington Campus. Read more on pages 60
Marriss House, Birkenhead Students studying Non-Medical Prescribing (Chester/Wirral/ Warrington) may be based at our new dedicated health and nursing education facility, Marriss House, where you can enjoy a range of excellent subject specific teaching and learning facilities on one site. Non-Medical Prescribing (Chester/Wirral/Warrington) page 195
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University Centre Shrewsbury Established by the University of Chester and Shropshire Council, University Centre Shrewsbury offers an individualised educational experience at Shrewsbury, whilst being supported by the established learning traditions of University of Chester.
University Centre Shrewsbury is located overlooking the River Severn and just a short walk from the bustling streets of Shrewsbury. Guildhall is the main teaching and learning centre for students, and provides a modern, open space for students to enjoy, as well as academic, social and subject-specific facilities. Read more on pages 68
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Inspiring Futures We are committed to creating an outstanding and supportive learning experience for students to benefit from.
Teaching Excellence
Strong Global Partnerships
Our lecturers are committed to providing students with a stimulating and well-supported, academically inspiring learning community. Research-led teaching and in-depth subject expertise within our faculties encourages students to develop their knowledge base within a specialist area, through lectures, seminars, projects and group work.
In order to provide you with up-to-date, industry-relevant courses, we work closely with external partners within a variety of industries. The results of these partnerships are a number of industry-specific postgraduate courses that are relevant to your career.
In 2016, the University was ranked first in the North West for the proportion of its academic staff who hold a recognised teaching qualification by the Higher Education Statistics Agency/Higher Education Academy report to Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE). HEFCE acknowledges that teaching qualifications demonstrate the commitment of the staff and the organisation to the continual improvement of the student experience. For more information on the impact of our researchers, visit: www.chester.ac.uk/our-research
Across the UK Our commercial contacts in the region and beyond help us to provide distinctive courses, such as the Senior Leaders Master’s Degree Apprenticeship, an industry driven opportunity for businesses or organisations of any size to develop their own Senior Management Team. Our Faculty of Health and Social Care work closely with a number of partnership organisations, including local NHS trusts, to support our students from theory to practice. What’s more, the University of Chester also validates a number of postgraduate courses at Master’s and Doctorate level on behalf of the Department of Theology and Religious Studies at a number of institutions across the UK. Across the Globe The postgraduate provision of the University extends well beyond the sites at Chester, Warrington and Shrewsbury, to work with selected partners around the world. We currently have Master’s courses on the Isle of Man, New York, Malta, Florence and Brunei. For more information, please visit: www.chester.ac.uk/working-partners
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Research and Innovation The University of Chester fosters a rich environment for research and innovation, which brings local, regional and international recognition for staff and students and has a positive impact on society. Through the work of our academic staff, students and collaborators, we have been identified as having world-leading research in 14 areas of the University’s research activity (Research Excellence Framework, 2014), and we were voted in the top 10 nationally for our supervision and to carry out postgraduate research (Postgraduate Research Experience Survey 2019). We have twenty Research Areas that current postgraduate students are based in (but not restricted to), four Research Centres, and four Specialist Groups and Units.
Recent Projects Helping to identify, address and improve issues within their specialist fields, staff and students are passionately exploring and researching topics across an extensive selection of industries. Here are just a few recent examples of what we’ve been up to:
More information on the Research Areas can be found within the course section of this prospectus.
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Energy Innovation
Innovative Technologies
Addressing global issues such as renewable energy options and low carbon technologies is essential. One recent staff project involved trying to find a more innovative, and cost effective way to maintain off shore wind turbines using an integrated smart composite and technology.
Through a University and NHS collaborative project, Virtual Reality (VR) was used to help manage lower respiratory tract infections in children and reduce avoidable hospital admissions, winning the 2018 ‘Contribution to Health Visiting Education Award’ award from the Journal of Health Visiting.
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The University of Chester is committed to the active promotion of equality, and contributing towards a fairer future for all. Equality and diversity topics explored have included football and equality, addressing gender segregation, as well as literacy and equality.
We’re dedicated to a healthy future for all. With funding from UK Prevention Research Partnership (UKPRP), we’re working with a global group of multidisciplinary leading academics, to improve the health of the public through preventing noncommunicable diseases (NCD) using trade and investment.
We’ve been supported by an extensive range of industries for past and current projects, including:
One of the Nation’s Lifesavers Our Medical Graphics Team from the Faculty of Science and Engineering at Thornton Science Park were named as one of the Nation’s Lifesavers in 2019 – a list of the top 100 individuals or groups based in universities whose work is saving lives and making a life-changing difference to our health and wellbeing (Universities UK’s MadeAtUni campaign).
• Quality-Related Global Challenges Research Fund Awards • Higher Education Funding Council for England/Office for Students (HEFCE/OfS) • Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions EU • Macmillan Cancer Support • Health Education England (North) • Arts Council • Santander Universities’ • European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) • National Centre for the Replacement, Refinement & Research of Animals in Research • British Cycling & English Institute of Sport • Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust • Pfizer • NHS England • AGE UK • Young Womens Trust • Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) • Royal Geographical Society • Welsh Government • Engineering & Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)
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Over the past seven years, we’ve helped 8,800 postgraduate students graduate from the University of Chester. Data includes Postgraduate Taught and Research courses delivered by the University of Chester, including PGCE, from 2012/13 to 2018/19 (as of June 2019)
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Benefits of Postgraduate Study Postgraduate study brings a number of benefits. Whether you are looking to specialise in a subject, advance your career or pursue a lifelong interest – the University of Chester can help you achieve your personal and professional goals.
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Study that suits you We have an extensive selection of postgraduate courses to choose from, as well as flexible work-based integrated courses and full and part-time study options.
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There may be a number of reasons why you have decided to consider postgraduate study, which is why our flexible and professional courses are tailored towards the varying needs of our students.
Advancing or Changing Your Career If you’re looking to further your career or change your profession completely, a postgraduate qualification can help get you where you want to be. Our extensive choice of industry-relevant courses are designed with your employability in mind, and are also flexible to fit around existing commitments you may already have.
Returning Graduates If you are a recent graduate interested in continuing your academic journey, our postgraduate courses link very well to subjects available at undergraduate level. What’s more, if you are a University of Chester graduate, you may be eligible for reduced tuition fees as a returning student through our Graduate Loyalty Discount.
Academic Interest Flexible Study For many of our courses there are flexible study options, helping you to achieve your postgraduate qualification around existing work or family commitments. We also offer a Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma for some courses, allowing you to study a Level 7 qualification without having to complete a full Master’s degree. Please see individual course pages for available study modes.
Do you have a subject that you’re passionate about? We have a fantastic selection of postgraduate courses, supported by an inclusive and engaging learning environment, to help you further your interests.
Links with Industry Our partnerships with respected industry leaders can help to create opportunities for you to build links and discover key insights that could prove valuable to your personal development.
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Preparing for Postgraduate Study It can be a daunting task preparing for postgraduate study, and you may have a number of questions relating to the course, campus, finance and more. We’ve tried to answer some of those concerns below.
Research Your Options
Pay Us a Visit
Ask Us Anything
Take your time looking through this prospectus and think carefully about which of our courses best complements your personal and professional goals. At this stage, it’s a good idea to familiarise yourself with the entry requirements of your preferred course and what you may be asked during the application process. Also pay close attention to the Finance information on pages 34 to 35 – as it’s good to know what additional support may be available to you.
One of the best ways to help decide if the University of Chester is right for you is by visiting us. It will provide a clearer picture of what University life is like, and what each campus has to offer. You will also have the opportunity to find out more about the course, and to speak with academics on a one-toone basis. Details of upcoming visit opportunities can be found at: www.chester.ac.uk/pgvisits
If you have any questions about a course you are interested in, the application process or postgraduate funding, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We have the expertise on hand to ensure that you make informed decisions.
Support Services Speak to Your Employer If you feel like there is a course at the University which could help advance your career, speak to your employer. They may be able to offer financial support. Approach them with a clear vision and explanation of how your postgraduate studies could benefit the wider company. With a postgraduate course, you can enhance your expertise, gain specialist skills and knowledge and, in turn, open the door to new opportunities for you and your employer.
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Whether you’re undertaking postgraduate study for personal or professional aspirations, we’re here to support you in becoming the best you can be. Our Study Skills advisory team, part of the University’s Learning and Teaching Institute, is dedicated to supporting students’ learning development through a range of initiatives and resources. We also have our Student Futures team, who are able to offer a wide range of comprehensive support across all aspects of University life. See page 36 for more information on support for students.
Email us at: enquiries@chester.ac.uk
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Study Options Our flexible approach to learning gives you the freedom to manage your studies in a way that works for you.
Full-time/Part-time In addition to our full-time courses, we have an extensive choice of part-time and flexible study options that allow you to achieve a professional qualification around existing work and/or life commitments. Whether you are looking to advance your career and study alongside part-time work, or pursue a subject you are passionate about – we aim to help accommodate your studying needs.
Work Based and Integrative Studies (WBIS) WBIS allows you to ‘learn while you earn’. During the course, you will receive academic recognition for the skills and knowledge developed through real workplace learning, in areas that are important to you. The course is highly flexible, and therefore ideal for those looking to achieve a postgraduate qualification alongside work, family and other commitments. See pages 300 to 303 for more information.
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Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Designed and delivered by experts, our CPD courses are created with your professional development in mind. If you are interested in enhancing your expertise in a specific area, one of our bespoke CPD courses could help you achieve the qualifications you need to progress.
Accreditation for Prior Learning (APCL/APEL) If you possess higher-level qualifications or experience, you may be able to claim credit for a course, or part of a course. Please contact the relevant subject department for further information on how this works in relation to your course. Please note that this does not apply to MPhil or PhD courses.
Single Modules If you would prefer to study a single module as opposed to a full postgraduate course, there may be the opportunity for you to do so. To find out if the module you are interested in is available to study as a standalone short course, please get in touch with the course contact directly – they will explain the options available to you in greater detail.
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Qualification Types Whether you’re looking to further your interests or further your career, the University of Chester offers a range of postgraduate courses to meet your professional and academic needs.
Master’s Degrees We have a wide range of Master’s degrees available to choose from at Chester. Taught Master’s degrees are much more structured than research Master’s degrees, with timetabled lectures and seminars similar to undergraduate degrees. The main types of taught Master’s degrees awarded at Chester are Master of Arts (MA) and Master of Science (MSc), which cover a wide range of subjects across most of our academic departments. We also offer a range of department specific Master’s degrees, including the following awards: • Master of Business Administration (MBA) • Master of Education (MEd) • Master of Law (LLM) • Master of Public Health (MPH) Please note that some Master’s degrees also offer the awards of Postgraduate Certificate and/or Postgraduate Diploma. If you are not sure about your qualifications or the award you can apply for, please contact the relevant Admissions Service (see page 308) or Programme Leader for advice and guidance.
Postgraduate Certificates and Diplomas A Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) or Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) will provide you with Master’s level knowledge without requiring you to
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submit a dissertation. You will earn 60 credits towards a Master’s degree with a PGCert, whilst a PGDip is worth 120 credits. Many of these courses are available parttime, making them easier to fit alongside your work and/or life commitments.
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) If you are a graduate looking to train as a teacher, we currently have a one-year PGCE and PGCE School Direct routes to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). The PGCE is a University and placement-based course offering you study modules at the University of Chester and placements at school. You will have support and expertise provided from our University tutors and experienced school-based mentors. The PGCE School Direct course is a schooled training course, offering you a schooled route into teaching delivered in partnership with the University. If you have more than three years of career experience, you may be able to earn a salary whilst training.
Master’s by Research Studying for a Master’s by research degree (MRes) requires a lot more independent work than their taught equivalent, and includes a longer research project that involves much less teaching
time. Generally, our MRes courses can feature between two and four 20-credit modules that aim to provide you with the necessary research skills to complete your extensive research project.
Research Degrees The University welcomes enquiries for Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). These awards are assessed on the basis of a thesis reporting individual research. Studying for an MPhil or a PhD is very much an individual activity, and research topics vary widely, according to personal interests. Applying to study by research differs considerably from the application process for taught postgraduate courses. Please view pages 32 to 33 for information on the application process.
Professional Doctorates In addition to traditional research degrees such as PhD and MPhil, the University offers a range of professional doctorates. You will find opportunities within Education (EdD), Business (DBA), Public Health (DrPH) and a wide range of professional areas (DProf ) that can be studied either full-time or part-time, drawing on advanced practice, based in commerce, industry or the professions.
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How to Apply for
Postgraduate Taught Courses Make Your Choice
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Use our prospectus and website to find your perfect course. All subject areas are listed on page 77, and can be found on the website at: www.chester.ac.uk/ postgraduate
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to advance your career or study something you are passionate about. Our courses tend to fill up quickly, so it is really important that you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you would like to know more about a course, please contact us at postgrad@chester.ac.uk
Apply Online* Apply for your course:
Check the Entry Requirements
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Before you apply, check the course pages in this prospectus or online to see if you meet the entry requirements. Bear in mind that you will also need to provide the details of two appropriate referees (preferably including one academic referee).
Health and Social Care (Home/EU Students):
Check for a Closing Date Check that your chosen course doesn’t have an application deadline. Most of our postgraduate courses don’t, but there are exceptions – including Nutrition and Dietetics and Social Work. Details of course deadlines can be found on the website.
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www.chester.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/how-apply/hsc International students (non-EU): www.chester.ac.uk/international/how-apply *PGCE courses are an exception – apply through UCAS: www.ucas.com/teaching-in-the-uk
Look into Funding If you are interested in applying for funding, research your options, make a note of the deadlines and apply to the relevant funding bodies as soon as possible. More information on finance and funding can be found on pages 34 to 35.
All Set! What to Expect
Start Your Chester Story
Complete your application in good time. You will be asked to provide a range of information, including a personal statement, your employment history and details of your qualifications.
If your application is accepted, great! Time to start the next chapter of your story. Whatever your motivation for considering further study, the University of Chester is here to help you make the most of your postgraduate experience.
You may also be asked to complete a fees assessment to determine the level of tuition fee payable.
Best of luck with your application.
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Postgraduate Research Make Your Choice
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Discussions With Your Supervisor
Think carefully about the research project you would like to undertake. If you need help generating an idea, read up on the University’s main areas of research activity at: www.chester.ac.uk/research-degrees/research-areas
Your proposal discussions will cover a range of areas, including your previous research in this area, gaps in the current research literature, the supervisor’s active research interests and background, the research environment in your supervisor’s department, and what your expectations are of the project.
Contact details for the departments are also available on this web page if you have any questions.
Draft a Research Proposal At this stage, it is useful to put together an outline of the proposal you have in mind. Initially, this can be around 100 - 250 words, but a more detailed proposal may be required on application. You can learn more about the topics of interest of our researchers at www.chester.ac.uk/research-degrees/degrees
Contact Your Chosen Department To establish whether the appropriate supervisory expertise and capacity is available for your specific project, it is very important that you make informal contact with your chosen department before completing your application. Get in touch with a supervisor at: pgradmissions@chester.ac.uk
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Look into Funding Funding can be a challenge for research students, so start to look and get in touch with the relevant funding sources as early as possible. For more information, visit pages 34 to 35.
Before Applying Before applying, have the details of two appropriate referees (preferably including one academic referee) and the following documents to hand: certificate/transcript copies, a full curriculum vitae, a broad outline of your proposed project, and a copy of your English language proficiency certificate (if required).
All Set! Apply Online
Start Your Chester Story
Apply for your research project via our online application system: www.chester.ac.uk/research-degrees/application
If your application is accepted, great! Time to start the next chapter of your story. Whatever your motivation for considering further study, the University of Chester is here to help you make the most of your postgraduate experience.
Please note that there are three intake dates: October, February and May. Following this, you will be asked to attend an interview, and we will contact you about our decision within four weeks.*
Best of luck with your application.
*International applications can take longer, so please allow additional time for this.
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Finance Before applying for your course, it is worth considering how you intend to finance your studies, and researching what funding opportunities are available to you.
Tuition Fees Costs can vary by award, course and whether you are classified as a UK/EU student or an international student. For full guidance on the regulations that govern whether you pay a UK/EU or international fee, please refer to: www.ukcisa.org.uk The tuition fee for each course can be found on the individual course pages within this prospectus. Please note that courses accredited by the Welsh Government (PGCE Wales and beyond through the CaBan Partnership) are subject to fees set by the Welsh Government. How Can I Pay the Tuition Fees? For UK/EU students, we offer flexible modes of payment. If you do not wish to pay the full amount in one go, you may pay in instalments. For more information about postgraduate fees, visit: www.chester.ac.uk/postgraduate-finance A different payment schedule applies for international students; details of which can be found at: www.chester.ac.uk/international/how-to-pay All fees are liable to review and change without notice. For up-to-date information, please call the Finance Department at the University of Chester on 01244 512810 or email finance.tuitionfees@chester.ac.uk Where a taught course is studied full-time (FT), the full course fee will apply. Where a taught course is studied part-time (PT), the fees payable each year will depend on the number of modules studied during that year. The full course fee may therfore be higher as fees per module are subject to an annual review and may rise in line with inflatory increases in the University’s costs.
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Please note that course fees do not take into account the cost of accommodation, living expenses, equipment and books.
Funding for UK and EU Students
Postgraduate Student Loans English-resident students, or EU students, applying for a taught Master’s course may be eligible for a Postgraduate Loan of up to £10,906* from the UK Government. Likewise, the Welsh Government are also offering Welshresident UK students the opportunity to receive up to £17,000* as a combination of grant and loan to study in the UK. Students from the EU, EEA and Switzerland may also be eligible. * This amount applies to those starting their course on or after the 1st August 2019. The Postgraduate Loan for 2020 has yet to be confirmed. Prospective students based in Northern Ireland and Scotland may be eligible to apply for postgraduate funding separate to that offered by the UK Government. To find out more about what is available and for information on how to apply, please visit: www.gov.uk/postgraduate-loan If you’re starting a doctoral degree on or after 1st August 2019, the UK Government has introduced a Postgraduate Doctoral Loan of up to £25,700 to help with course fees and living costs. For more information, and how to apply, please visit: www.gov.uk/doctoral-loan If you are interested in training to become a teacher in Wales (PGCE Wales and beyond through the CaBan Partnership) you may be interested in visiting www.discoverteaching.wales for any financial incentives.
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Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSAs) Full and part-time disabled students are eligible to apply for a Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA). If eligible, your DSA is paid in addition to your other student finance. The allowance, which does not have to be repaid, is to help you pay any extra costs you may have because of your disability. How much you receive depends on your individual needs and not your household income. For full details, please visit: www.gov.uk/disabled-students-allowances-dsas
Other Sources of Postgraduate Funding For information on other sources of postgraduate funding, please visit: www.chester.ac.uk/pg/funding Master’s Scholarships Group Santander provide £5,000 scholarships to support full-time taught postgraduate study at the University of Chester. They are awarded on the basis of academic merit to students from the UK, Spain, Portugal and Latin America, who would otherwise not be able to take up a place at Chester. For full details please contact: researchoffice@chester.ac.uk
Funding for International Students International and Merit-based Scholarships The University of Chester offers generous international and merit-based scholarships for postgraduate study, providing a significant reduction to the headline tuition fee. No additional application needs to be made to be considered for the scholarships and all awards will be noted on the offer letter.
Chevening Scholarships Funded by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and partner organisations, Chevening Scholarships are the UK Government’s global scholarship programme. Chevening Scholarships are for talented people who have been identified as potential future leaders across a wide range of fields, including politics, business, the media, civil society, religion and academia. For full details on all of the above, and for more international funding opportunities, please visit: www.chevening.org Additional Costs Your course will involve additional costs not covered by your tuition fees. This may include books, printing, photocopying, educational stationery and related materials, specialist clothing, travel to placements, optional field trips and software. Compulsory field trips are covered by your tuition fees. For up-to-date details of additional costs, please visit the course pages on the University website at: www.chester.ac.uk/postgraduate If you are living away from home during your time at university, you will need to cover costs such as accommodation, food, travel and bills. Details of our accommodation costs can be found on the website at: www.chester.ac.uk/accommodation A bench fee may also be payable in respect of certain high-cost subjects to cover the cost of items such as equipment, consumables and materials. Details of any bench fees will be made clear in the offer of admission.
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Support for Students We have a fantastic range of support services available, helping you to make the most of your University experience.
Student Services
Academic Support
Our Support and Development team in Student Futures offers information, advice and guidance on a variety of concerns ranging from wellbeing matters to budgeting advice, access to counselling, disability and inclusion support, peer mentoring, and volunteering opportunities.
All students have access to our modern learning facilities and study spaces. Here you will find the resources you need to complete your work effectively – including PCs, Macs, e-books, journals and sophisticated digital software. At our larger library sites, we have numerous Spaces and Pods available for individual or group study. Our Study Skills advisory team, part of the University’s Learning and Teaching Institute, is dedicated to supporting students’ learning development in a number of areas, such as numeracy and statistics, time management, academic writing and referencing, critical thinking, and more!
Out-of-Hours Support Our Residential Life team are available to help students in University of Chester accommodation, outside normal office hours. Our on-call Residential Advisors and Coordinators live alongside residential students to offer support and advice when needed.
Student Welfare Professionals A non-residential team, comprised of University staff and student welfare professionals, are also available out-ofhours, as are the University Porters. Our dedicated team of friendly, first-aid trained Porters work 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to ensure you’re kept safe on campus. www.chester.ac.uk/studentsupport
Chester Students’ Union (CSU) The Students’ Union is an independent organisation based at the Parkgate Road and Warrington Campus, as well as University Centre Shrewsbury, and is at the centre of student representation and extracurricular activity, with their vision to inspire you to be a happy and healthy student. You can find free, impartial and confidential advice that is offered to all students, as well as an advice service that provides guidance on a range of topics: www.chestersu.com/advice
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Please see individual campus pages for more information on Learning Resources.
Childcare The University of Chester runs two nurseries, one on the Creative Campus, Kingsway and one at the Warrington Campus. Available for both staff and students, students can apply for a subsidised nursery place and may elect to use the service term time only dependent on their programme of study.
Chaplaincy The Chaplaincy is the focus for spiritual life at the University and offers personal and spiritual support to everybody, regardless of faith, background, or outlook on life. There are also a number of open access faith spaces and quiet rooms across the University, as well as a quiet garden at the Parkgate Road Campus. www.chester.ac.uk/chaplaincy
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Accommodation We have a limited amount of accommodation available for Postgraduate or PGCE students, but have excellent relationships with private sector and partnership accommodation in and around the city of Chester.
University Accommodation Options As a student living in University-owned accommodation, you can benefit from our 24-hour University security service, communal cleaning, our responsive maintenance service and the University-managed internet service. We also have rooms that have been adapted for students with specific needs or disabilities; please contact our Disability and Inclusion team if you would like to find out more information (contact details can be found on page 308).
Chester The majority of University accommodation is either on the Parkgate Road Campus, on the border of this campus or conveniently located in the centre of Chester. We have four residential options available, as well as close links with a number of private sector residences.
Partnership Accommodation at Shrewsbury University Centre Shrewsbury and the University of Chester are working in partnership with Shropshire Council to provide accommodation at a halls of residence situated in Shrewsbury Town Centre. The accommodation offers stylish en-suite rooms, a 24-hour concierge service for all maintenance needs as well as an onsite Assistant Residential Advisor to support students with any welfare issues. For more information about University Centre Shrewsbury accommodation, please visit our website: www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk/accommodation
Warrington The accommodation at Warrington Campus is conveniently located directly on campus, helping you to make the most of your student experience, with amenities and academic facilities only a short walk from where you’ll be living. We have two residential options available, as well as close links with a number of private sector residences. If you are interested in finding out more about our accommodation and availability, please email the Residential Living Office: accommodation@chester.ac.uk
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Preparing for Your Future Throughout your time at the University of Chester, you will be equipped with the skills, knowledge and experience needed to take you to the next stage of your professional journey.
Get to Know our Experts
Work Experience
Our dedicated Careers team, within Student Futures, provides a wide range of information, advice and guidance services as well as events and initiatives all aimed at helping you take your next steps towards your future goals.
In partnership with Santander Universities we run The Chester Internship Programme (CIP) which enables you to undertake a flexible 350 hour paid internship within a small or medium sized employer (SME) throughout the year. We also advertise other work experience opportunities and work with you to help you gain the skills and experience needed for today’s job market.
Meet our Career Consultants Our Career Consultants provide expert, impartial and confidential guidance tailored to your individual needs for up to two years after you graduate. There are daily drop-in sessions available for feedback on your CV and application materials, and we work closely with academic departments to provide tailored training sessions that connect your degree to your future plans.
Free Training Sessions and Workshops Take advantage of our training and development sessions that focus on the key skills that graduate employers want. You can select sessions to attend in order to build up a strong, tailored portfolio of skills and knowledge. These include CVs, interviews, assessment centres, professional communication, managing change, leadership and project management among many others.
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Part-Time Work Opportunities We can help you to find a part-time job that fits around your studies, helping you to gain transferable skills and earn extra money. Our UniJob service enables you to apply for jobs on campus, or you can use CareerHub to find part-time work in the local area.
Graduate Job Vacancies The Venture Programme The Venture Programme helps students and graduates to develop the skills, knowledge, confidence and connections to start up a business, to enter selfemployment or to build a freelance career. Venture will challenge your thinking, expose you to the business world and give you the opportunity to make something happen for yourself.
Links with National Employers Our Employer Engagement team have established links with local and national employers, as well as professional bodies, that allow you to network with employers at campus events and in the workplace. Customised career seminars and workshops related to your course enable you to gain an insight into specific professions and to gain a greater understanding of what employers are looking for.
We advertise a range of vacancies with local and national employers through our central online CareerHub access point. When you are ready to apply, we will help you through every stage of the selection process.
The Chester Difference Award Set yourself apart from competitors with The Chester Difference Award (CDA). The CDA acknowledges all the incredible extra-curricular activities you have undertaken during your time at University and rewards you for it. Employers value candidates who have gone the extra mile. For more information about our careers services, please visit: www.chester.ac.uk/careers
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Accommodation The University of Chester currently has a limited amount of accommodation available for Postgraduate or PGCE students. If you are interested in finding out more about our accommodation, or other options such as Private Sector accommodation, please see page 37.
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Student Life in Chester Chester’s striking city architecture and surrounding green spaces provide the perfect backdrop to your postgraduate study. In this section, you can learn more about each of our campuses and what you can get up to in Chester.
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The perfect setting Voted a Top 10 City in the UK*, Chester is a beautiful city to be a part of. *2018 Telegraph Travel Awards
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The beautiful and historic city of Chester is the perfect backdrop for our five campuses located in and around the city. With boutique shopping, a thriving food and café culture, as well as picturesque open spaces, Chester is the ideal city to unwind in between lectures.
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Study in a Great City
Each of our campuses act as the base for specific academic departments. So wherever your postgraduate studies may be based, you’ll always have access to our fantastic subject-specific resources and support. Check the course pages in this prospectus to find out where your course is based. You may notice references to the distance to our Parkgate Road Campus throughout this prospectus. Parkgate Road Campus is home to many of our central services, in addition to the main University library, the Students’ Union, several student support services and leisure and sports facilities.
Chester is a beautiful, exciting and friendly place to live as a student. It is easily manageable by foot, bike or public transport and offers so much to do outside of your studies. Students and residents alike often compliment the city on its rich cultural scene, great food and vibrant nightlife. Use this prospectus to help you decide if Chester makes the perfect place for you to start the next chapter of your academic life. Get to know Chester: pages 56 - 59
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Parkgate Road Campus The heart of the University, Parkgate Road Campus is where many of our key services are located for our Chester-based students.
Getting to Know Parkgate Road Campus Our historic Parkgate Road Campus opened its doors in 1839. If you visit the campus today, you will find a variety of academic departments, teaching and learning areas, and subject-specific facilities. It’s also where you can find many of the University’s central services, including our support team, careers team, disability support, the University Chapel, the Seaborne Library and the Chester Students’ Union (CSU). We appreciate that everyone learns in different ways, and our dedicated resources and IT services across all of our campuses reflect that. Our Seaborne Library at Parkgate Road has an extensive selection of books, e-books and e-journals, as well as bookable multimedia rooms, video conferencing space, 24-hour access computer labs, and The Hub; a comfortable two-floor study zone, suitable for independent and group study. If you’re ever struggling with a project, our subject-specific librarians are always happy to help.
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“The Parkgate Road Campus was first established back in 1839. Today it has an exciting and vibrant atmosphere set amongst buildings which reflect both our distinguished heritage and modern and dynamic outlook.” Dr Chris Haslam, Senior Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Academic)
Departments and Schools The Departments and Schools with their headquarters based on or close to the Parkgate Road Campus include: • Biological Sciences • Chester Medical School • Clinical Sciences and Nutrition
• Psychology • Social and Political Science • Sport and Exercise Sciences • Theology and Religious Studies
• History and Archaeology
We recommend checking the specific course page to find out where your course is located as occasionally courses may be delivered at an alternative campus to where the department or school is based.
• Law
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• English • Geography and International Development
• Modern Languages
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Safety and Support We’re proud to have a supportive learning environment, as well as dedicated support networks and initiatives in place to help ensure our students can make the most of their University experience and be the best they can be. Our support teams have been praised in the past for their dedication to student care. For more information on support at Chester, please see page 36.
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Chester Students’ Union
Excellent Fitness Facilities
Outside Your Studies
Chester Students’ Union (CSU) offer a great selection of on-campus entertainment and activities for you to get involved in. CSU operates to enhance the student experience through a variety of social, sporting and non-sporting activities; and through representation of all its members.
Parkgate Road Campus boasts an impressive choice of indoor and outdoor sports and leisure facilities, which are used for both competitive and recreational sports. Our facilities include a swimming pool, gym, squash and tennis courts, running track and two floodlit pitches.
Parkgate Road is home to a number of central University facilities and services, such as Student Futures (where our support and careers teams are based), leisure and sports facilities, and the Students’ Union. Being so close to the city centre (a ten-minute walk), it’s easy to explore Chester’s iconic landscape, shops and eateries in your free time. For a snapshot of city life, see page 56. Parkgate Road Campus is also located in the Garden Quarter of Chester – a popular student area that is home to friendly pubs, cafés and shops.
Excellent sports facilities
10-minute walk to city centre
On-site Chester Students’ Union
Home to many central services
On-site library
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Creative Campus, Kingsway Unleash your creative potential and develop your signature style at our specialist arts campus.
Getting to Know Creative Campus, Kingsway Home to the University’s creative arts centre and the Department of Art and Design and the Department of Performing Arts. We have supportive, research-active staff, and an excellent student-to-staff ratio on campus, meaning you never have to wait long to speak to a member of the department. Our Creative Campus also boasts excellent links with influential figures and organisations within the arts industry, including Chester’s awardwinning Storyhouse; a performing arts theatre. In bringing together a number of highly creative courses, life at the Creative Campus, Kingsway, provides a truly immersive learning experience where you’re encouraged to openly showcase your creativity both inside and outside your learning.
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“The Creative Campus, Kingsway, is a wonderful place to play, explore and invent. With our fantastic facilities, incredible staff, and talented Art and Design and Performing Arts students on one campus, you can work with and be inspired by those around you.� Professor Paul Johnson, Executive Dean, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
An Innovative and Creative Campus Students at the Creative Campus, Kingsway, can enjoy a popular social hub and catering outlet, IT labs, a well-stocked reference library, and designated seminar spaces, as well as an array of outstanding art, design and performance based facilities.
20-minute walk to Parkgate Road
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Performing Arts
Art and Design
This Department boasts impressive facilities, including fully equipped rehearsal and performance studios, an outdoor amphitheatre and a smaller rehearsal room for more intimate performances. With professional standard music rehearsal and recording facilities and an extensive range of high-quality open access sound and lighting equipment, you have everything you need to flourish as a performer.
As a student in the Department of Art and Design, you will work in a specialist studio space that reflects professional expectations. Highly skilled technical staff are on hand to support the use of traditional and contemporary facilities including art and photography studios, a metal casting foundry, sound and video editing suites, dark rooms, a reprographics room, lighting studio and much more.
Equipment loan provision
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Queen’s Park Campus Queen’s Park Campus is home to the award-winning Chester Business School, dedicated to providing students with the core skills and experience needed to succeed in business.
Getting to Know Queen’s Park Campus Nestled alongside the banks of the River Dee, and only a stone’s throw away from Chester’s lively city centre, is Queen’s Park Campus, home to the Chester Business School. Over £4 million has been invested in the learning facilities at Queen’s Park Campus, and on-site facilities include modern computer suites and a dedicated business library with group study spaces and learning pods for quiet study. Our industry-specific experience, placements, interactive sessions and one-to-one tutorials are designed to help you enhance your employability. The prestigious corporate environment at Queen’s Park can open the door to a number of networking opportunities with our many business partners, and provides a great place to socialise. The Business School motto ‘Real Business. Future Skills’, reflects what the Business School sees as its greatest priority – equipping students for their future careers by bringing the real world into the classroom.
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“Our postgraduate students gain academic knowledge and real business skills, which makes a real difference to them as aspiring and developing business professionals.” Associate Deans, Kirstie Simpson and Dr Meriel D’Artery
Award-Winning Business School The focus of the Business School is to develop students by bringing realworld experience into the classroom. Chester Business School was named joint Business School of the Year at the Educate North Awards in 2018 and was also shortlisted for Business School of the Year at the 2018 Times Higher Education Awards in recognition of the way the staff make a positive impact on the student experience.
5-minute walk to city centre
30-minute walk to Parkgate Road
Dedicated business library
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Hidden History
We have excellent links with respected industry leaders who often visit the University to share professional insights and stories of their own business experience. As a student here, this creates the opportunity for you to network with like-minded people and potential future employers.
Queen’s Park Campus was once the Western Command headquarters for the Army during World War Two. In its secret wartime bunkers, Churchill, Eisenhower and de Gaulle reputedly made many important strategic decisions – making Queen’s Park Campus a fitting location for leaders of the future to flourish.
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Thornton Science Park Formerly the Shell Technology Centre, Thornton remains very much at the forefront of scientific research and development.
Getting to Know Thornton Science Park Thornton Science Park is home to the Faculty of Science and Engineering and offers a unique blend of industry, innovation and academia all within one site. Across its 66 acres, Thornton Science Park accommodates a range of impressive facilities, including: modern purpose-built laboratories, high-quality professional engineering software, a specialist science and engineering library and much more. Exploring new technology is integral to what we do here at Thornton, and we encourage you to do the same. We have a strong, supportive culture at Thornton that is committed to helping you achieve your full potential, so you can join like-minded individuals who are just as passionate about science and engineering as you are.
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“At Thornton, we bring industry and academia together on one site so that students have a unique opportunity to study in a commercial environment surrounded by companies in the STEM sectors.� Garfield Southall, Executive Dean, Faculty of Science and Engineering
A Working Science Park
Links with Industry
The Energy Centre
As well as being an academic site, Thornton also operates as a working science park. With 36 science and technology sector companies located on site, you will have the opportunity to gain a first-hand insight into working in a professional and career-focused environment.
Studying at Thornton not only opens the door to a number of networking opportunities with industry leaders in science and engineering; you will also have the chance to build effective working relationships with these companies and benefit from their expertise through placements and projects relevant to your studies.
Students at Thornton can benefit from cutting-edge science and engineering developments through initiatives like The Energy Centre. Designed to promote growth and acceleration in the development and exploitation of technologies for the energy market, the state-of-the-art Energy Centre provides a flexible place where industry and academia come together to innovate, develop and demonstrate new intelligent energy technologies.
15-minute drive to Parkgate Road
Free shuttle bus to Parkgate Road
Professional engineering facilities
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Games Zone Testing
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Riverside Campus Riverside Campus overlooks the River Dee and offers specialist vocational courses in health, social care and education.
Getting to Know Riverside Campus Located within the lively city centre of Chester and overlooking the River Dee, Riverside provides a unique place to study. Home to most courses within the Faculty of Education and Children’s Services*, and the Faculty of Health and Social Care*, Riverside Campus provides students with amazing subject-specific facilities and a proactive approach to learning. Our on-campus library houses an extensive collection of books and journals as well as computer suites and multimedia rooms. Our experienced team of staff work hard to help you realise your potential through a variety of teaching methods. * Please note that in addition to Riverside Campus, some Faculty courses may be based at other learning sites. Please check the course pages for individual course locations.
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“The Riverside Campus acts as a central hub for many of our health, social care and education courses. Students can enjoy a supportive learning environment, excellent teaching facilities, as well as strong external partnerships across Cheshire and beyond.” Professor Angela Simpson, Executive Dean, Faculty of Health and Social Care, and David Cumberland, Executive Dean, Faculty of Education and Children’s Services
A Campus Dedicated to Professionals Students at Riverside Campus can enjoy a popular social hub and catering outlet, IT labs, a specialist library on site, and designated seminar spaces, as well as an array of specialist teaching and learning facilities.
20-minute walk to Parkgate Road
Education
Health and Social Care
Riverside features a range of subject specific facilities designed to bring learning to life. Students in the Faculty of Education and Children’s Services have access to a wealth of teaching aids and can practise teaching in a classroom or early years setting. Our reputation for providing teaching excellence was acknowledged by Ofsted, who awarded our Faculty with ‘Outstanding’ status for secondary programmes and all 3-7 and 5-11 primary/primary-early years’ courses (Ofsted Report 2016).
Whether you’re gaining practical experience in our clinical skills and science laboratories, or within a classroom, our on-campus facilities provide a safe and professional environment in which you can develop your skill set before entering the working world. We are also well positioned within the North West to network and collaborate with key influencers, including local NHS Trusts and Local Authorities.
Located in the Dedicated Specialist on-site city centre learning facilities library
Fully-equipped skills laboratory
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In and Around Chester Chester is a vibrant city, undoubtedly beautiful and packed with history, balancing big-name shopping, eating and living with a thriving independent scene.
A Historic City Previously known as Deva when it was founded in the year AD 79 as a Roman fort, Chester is a city of historical and archaeological delights. A great way to see the city is from the ancient city walls; the UK’s most complete circuit of city walls. Explore the city to discover more historical delights, such as Chester’s iconic Eastgate Clock, or the largest stone-built Roman amphitheatre in Britain.
Chester Cathedral An archaeological treasure, Chester Cathedral is where our graduates collect their well-deserved degrees in a series of grand ceremonies every year. During other times of the year, visitors can enjoy exploring this historical and impressive Cathedral, as well as exhibitions, events and services. There is also a fully functioning falconry centre within the Cathedral grounds, where you can have an up-close and personal falconry experience.
The River Dee On the bank of the River Dee is the ‘Groves’ – a pretty, paved promenade that hosts a superb selection of cafés, restaurants and pubs, as a well as its very own bandstand. By taking a stroll along the riverbank, you will find our Riverside Campus and Queen’s Park Campus.
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Grosvenor Park and the Roman Gardens Grosvenor Park is a beautiful and popular ornamental park in Chester where students, local residents and tourists often choose to relax. During the summer months the park plays host to Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre, enabling you to watch top quality theatre productions in an unrivalled setting. Chester’s Roman Gardens is another of the city’s charming public parks, so called because of its fine collection of historical remnants from the Roman period. It’s also the setting for Moonlight Flicks, Chester’s summertime open air cinema.
Food and Drink Chester has food to suit all tastes. Its cobbled streets are lined with cuisines from across the globe, and include popular restaurant chains, independent eateries, as well as award-winning and Michelin-star restaurants. We also have a growing food market scene with food events such as the Chester Vegan Festival and Chester Makers Market – where you can enjoy a variety of craft products, including award-winning local food, as well as drinks, cookery demonstrations and more.
The Rows There’s plenty of shopping to do in Chester on the high streets, but unique to Chester are the Rows. This ancient shopping façade has allowed double level shopping since the 13th century. Hidden above shop fronts and accessible by various street level stairways, the Rows offer a second layer of shops, cafés, bars and restaurants.
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Storyhouse At the heart of the city, you will find Chester’s awardwinning cultural centre, Storyhouse; a rejuvenated 1930s art deco building that contains two state-of-theart theatres, a cinema, library, restaurant and two bars. Throughout the year, Storyhouse welcomes the best home-produced and internationally acclaimed work, offering a programme of dance, opera, drama, music and comedy.
Festivals and Events Chester is home to an array of events and festivals throughout the year, including Moonlight Flicks, the Christmas Markets, Chester Pride, Chester Live (a community based, multi venue live music event), the Chester Literature Festival, Chester International Film Festival and the Food & Drink Festival. In fact, with so many indoor and outdoor music, art, theatre and cinema events, the hardest decision will be deciding which ones to go to!
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Chester Zoo Spend a day discovering some of the world’s most exotic and endangered animals and their habitats. Home to over 21,000 animals across its 125 acres of award-winning zoological gardens, the highly acclaimed Chester Zoo has been voted the UK’s number one zoo and most popular attraction outside London (The Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA), 2018).
Nightlife In 2018, Chester was awarded the coveted ‘Purple Flag’ status in recognition of its night time economy. So whether you want to have drinks with friends, watch performances on the stage, or enjoy a vibrant music scene, Chester has something for everyone.
Sport Chester is ideally placed for both watching and taking part in sport. Chester FC is only a short drive from the Parkgate Road Campus, and in the city we have a number of fitness and leisure centres, as well as events such as the Chester Races, Bike Chester, half and full marathons, and the Chester Regatta – the oldest regatta in the world.
Across the Border Just across the Welsh border lies beautiful North Wales with its stunning beaches and picturesque mountains. If you love the great outdoors, day trips to Anglesey, Snowdonia or Llandudno are a must, with jaw-dropping scenery, amazing water sports and great camping.
City Links Chester is also conveniently located within easy reach of both Manchester and Liverpool, and is just a two hour train journey from London. Chester station is just a 20-minute walk from the Parkgate Road Campus and you are able to access trains to all parts of the UK from here.
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Student Life in Warrington The Warrington Campus specialises in delivering innovative and employment-focused courses in a professional learning environment. Combining our long-established University traditions with modern developments, it offers a unique environment in which to live and learn.
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A Campus Tailored to You At the Warrington Campus, our close-kint community, as well as flexible, course specific facilities, provide you with a tailored learning experience to suit your studies.
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We have a fantastic range of industry-specific facilities onsite, and offer a range of study options, from single modules and top-up courses, to apprenticeships, and postgraduate degrees. Whatever your goals, personal or professional, discover how our Warrington Campus can help you achieve them.
A Campus for Professionals
Outside Your Studies
Warrington Campus has been delivering innovative and employment focused courses since it opened its doors back in 2002. Course areas available to study at the Warrington Campus include business, education and children’s services, health and social care, media, policing and sport. Throughout your studies, you can receive industry-specific training from our team of academics, have access to specialist facilities, and undertake high-quality work placements relevant to the career you are interested in.
Making friends and socialising is a big part of university life. Our Students’ Union (SU) is committed to helping you make the most of your time at University. From day one, you can get involved in SU activity, join one of our many popular societies and enjoy a variety of events held on campus. Alternatively, there’s plenty to see and do in the town itself. Only a 15-minute bus journey away, Warrington is a bustling town that’s steeped in history, and home to great sport and a vibrant nightlife.
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Warrington Campus Warrington’s got the courses, contacts and facilities you need to kick-start your career in business, education and children’s services, health and social care, media, policing, or sport.
Broomhead Library Broomhead Library houses an extensive range of books, e-books and e-journals in a welcoming learning environment. Specialist subject teams are also on hand to help source online resources and literature suited to your subject of interest.
North West Media Centre Department of Media students have 24-hour access to a wealth of high-quality equipment at our prestigious North West Media Centre, including a multi-camera TV studio, radio production suite, a digital dark room and a new multimedia suite with sound booth and screening/exhibition space.
Chester Business School @ Warrington As a progressive, dynamic and friendly Business School, the Department has strong links with both business and sporting communities to contribute to the skills employers demand.
Warrington Wolves Training Base Sporting professionals use our training equipment day in, day out – including the Warrington Wolves, whose training base is at our Warrington Campus. Our continued sponsorship of Warrington Wolves R.L.F.C. has meant investment in a new indoor sports pitch for the campus, which is used by the Super League team and students.
Institute of Policing Offering a dynamic learning environment for students wishing to pursue a career in law enforcement, our Institute of Policing draw on the extensive practitioner experience of the academic teaching team, and serving practitioners from specialist law enforcemant agencies.
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Student Life in Warrington
“The Warrington Campus provides a highly supportive and friendly community in which to study. All programmes have a strong focus on employability and are led by academics who are passionate about their subject�. Professor Annette McIntosh-Scott, Pro-Vice-Chancellor and Provost (Warrington)
Links with Industry Leaders
Close-Knit Community
We are well positioned within the Warrington area to network and collaborate with key influencers. Notable national and international businesses surround the outskirts of the campus, making it a great place to network.
As a compact academic and residential site, Warrington lends itself to providing a highly personalised and supportive educational experience for students. There is a strong community feel on campus, which makes it easy to meet new people from day one.
Supporting Your Success We have a fantastic range of support services available, all designed to help you make the most of your University experience. Chester Students’ Union and our fantastic Student Futures support team are on hand to offer you information, advice and guidance; whilst our careers team are here to help with future aspirations. For more information about support, visit page 36.
Free parking on site
24/7 computer study area
15-minute drive to town centre
On-site radio station
On-site Sporting facilities
On-site WiFi
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In and Around Warrington Warrington is a vibrant town rich in arts and culture. Located in the heart of the North West, it has lots to keep you entertained both day and night.
A Great Place to Live Warrington is a vibrant and modern town, with a rich historical past. From public parks and nature reserves, to shopping, sports and cultural venues, there’s a lot to discover in Warrington. Conveniently placed within the North West, Warrington boasts excellent transport links. Manchester and Liverpool can be accessed by train in a little over 30-minutes.
Arts and Culture At the heart of Warrington’s Cultural Quarter live two of the North West’s leading arts and entertainment venues, Parr Hall and the Pyramid Arts Centre. In the past, acts including The Stone Roses, Arctic Monkeys and The Courteeners have taken to the stage. Warrington has always been a culturally innovative place. Throughout the year, the town hosts a number of colourful cultural festivals, from the well-established and traditional Walking Day, to the Warrington Festival and the Woolston Show. Plans for 2019 include the £142 million Time Square leisure development, which will boast a cinema, markets, restaurants and shops.
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Sport Home to Rugby League team, Warrington Wolves R.L.F.C., you can enjoy a great night of sport at the Halliwell Jones Stadium. Outside of Rugby League, there’s also football, cricket, handball, cycling and much more to keep you entertained.
Music Warrington is already home to a range of live music festivals and events, as well as new festivals such as Neighbourhood Weekender, where artists such as Jake Bugg, The Courteeners, Blossoms and Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds have played. Warrington also hosts the award-winning dance event, Creamfields Festival, which in the past has seen performances from deadmau5, Chemical Brothers, Fatboy Slim, Sigma, Tiësto and others.
Food and Drink There are plenty of food and drink options available at Warrington, from independent eateries to larger chains. During the daytime, you can pop to Warrington’s popular Golden Square Shopping Centre for some food and retail therapy.
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University Centre Shrewsbury In addition to our sites in Chester and Warrington, we also offer postgraduate courses at University Centre Shrewsbury. Since welcoming our first cohort in 2015, we have strived to offer students a well-rounded and supportive university experience within the beautiful medieval town of Shrewsbury.
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A tailored approach to learning With excellent student-to-staff ratio, University Centre Shrewsbury provides students with a personalised learning experience.
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Based within the beautiful medieval town of Shrewsbury, University Centre Shrewsbury’s compact size means that students can benefit from a more personalised education experience, enjoying a close-knit learning and social environment to study within.
What to Expect
Research Areas
Nestled on the banks of the River Severn and only a short walk from Shrewsbury town centre is the distinct quadrant-shape of Guildhall – University Centre Shrewsbury’s main teaching and learning space. Guildhall offers fresh, open spaces for students to enjoy, equipped with brand new computer suites, open plan laboratories, a spacious library as well as a student common room, lounge and fitness suite. From the moment you arrive here, it’s clear how friendly and welcoming the centre is, thanks to its close-knit team of academics, support staff and current students.
University Centre Shrewsbury has seven distinct areas focused on research, learning and teaching which are aligned to local, regional and national needs. These areas aim to benefit not only students at University Centre Shrewsbury and academic staff, but the local area and course development. For more information on our research areas, please visit: www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk/research-areas
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About University Centre Shrewsbury The friendly and supportive nature of the University Centre is part of the culture and fabric of everything we do.
Academic Expertise
Support Networks
Shrewsbury Students’ Union
All courses at Shrewsbury are accredited and awarded by the University of Chester. Many of our tutors are research-active and well respected in their field. They work hard to provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to fulfil their academic potential, and graduate as employable, innovative and enterprising individuals.
Shrewsbury students have access to an extensive support network, thanks to our close links with the University of Chester. The support we offer covers a range of areas, including careers and student support, all of which are readily available and here to help.
As a student of University Centre Shrewsbury, you are automatically a member of Chester Students’ Union. The Students’ Union works in partnership with University Centre Shrewsbury to enhance your student experience. Shrewsbury Students’ Union is at the centre of our students’ experience and is the first port of call for representation, advice, sports, societies and events.
Modern Learning Spaces
Employability lies at the heart of what we offer at Shrewsbury. We have a range of extra provisions designed to enhance career possibilities and equip you with the transferable skills and knowledge that employers are looking for. Workshops, online tutorials, and face-to-face appointments with expert advisers are all available to help you reach your potential.
As a postgraduate student you will be based at our main teaching and learning space, Guildhall. We have modern computer suites, open plan laboratories, a spacious library, as well as a student common room, lounge and fitness suite.
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Preparing for Your Future
Partnership Accommodation University Centre Shrewsbury and the University of Chester are working in partnership with Shropshire Council to provide accommodation at a halls of residence situated in Shrewsbury Town Centre. This safe and secure accommodation is in a prime location, just a short walk from the nearest lecture theatres, library and the vibrant shops, restaurants and social activity that Shrewsbury has to offer.
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In and Around Shrewsbury Shrewsbury is famous for its criss-crossing cobbled passages, timber-framed black-andwhite buildings and curiously named streets – all set within the loop of the River Severn.
Working in collaboration with John Smith’s Bookshop, we have initiatives in place to help improve access to learning too ls and support students with their stud ies.
Festivals
Food and Drink
Explore Shropshire
Shrewsbury enjoys a vibrant cultural scene and hosts several music festivals throughout the year, including the celebrated Shrewsbury Folk Festival and The Big Busk, as well as the International Cartoon Festival, Shrewsbury Food Festival and the Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival.
As a haven for food and drink lovers, there are plenty of delicious finds within the town’s diverse selection of restaurants, cafés and delis. Alternatively, you can catch up with friends at one of Shrewsbury’s many bars, pubs and clubs.
Shrewsbury is on the doorstep of the Shropshire Hills; an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is also only a stone’s throw away from Wroxeter Roman City and Attingham Park – a UNESCO historical site and National Trust treasure. From serene ambles up Haughmond Hill to challenging treks around Hawkstone Park Follies, the county offers a host of hiking, cycling and climbing opportunities.
Art Shrewsbury is also appreciated for its fantastic arts scene which spans both formal venues such as Theatre Severn and the Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery, but also has a relaxed ‘Sunday afternoon’ culture of live music and comedy in bars and pubs across the town.
Sport There are rowing and kayaking clubs based on the River Severn (right next to the University Centre) and public swimming facilities located in the heart of the town. You can become a member of Shrewsbury Sports Village, which provides access to a 1K floodlit cycle track, 16 grass pitches and a gym.
For more information about University Centre Shrewsbury, or to order a prospectus, please visit: www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk
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Our Courses You will find our courses grouped together by subject area. This is to help you see the range of courses we offer in subjects that you are interested in. There is also a full A-Z course listing on page 308.
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Interested in studying part-time? We were ranked third for ‘Overall Satisfation’ and first for ‘Research Culture’ out of 85 university institutions for part-time study. Postgraduate Research Experience Survey (PRES) 2019
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Course Groupings • Animal and Wildlife Sciences 78
• History and Archaeology 204
• Art and Design 84
• Law 218
• Biological Sciences 90
• Mathematics 222
• Business and Management 96
• Media 228
• Chemistry and Physics 112
• Medical and Life Sciences 236
• Computer Science 116
• Modern Languages and Area Studies 260
• Education and Childhood Studies 122
• Performing Arts 264
• Engineering 150 • English 156 • Food, Nutrition and Clinical Sciences 166
• Policing, Law Enforcement and Security tbc • Psychology tbc • Social Sciences 270
• Geography and International Development 180
• Sports Science and Sports Performance 284
• Health Care and Social Work 184
• Theology and Religious Studies 294 • Work Based Studies 300
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Animal and Wildlife Sciences Our wildlife-based courses are designed to provide the perfect gateway to help with global conservation problems.
Student Profile
“This course has been excellent in setting me up for a future career as a conservationist. I have been taught the skills needed to enter the ‘real world’ as a conservation scientist, which will set me up for a range of career paths.”
Rachel Jarvis MSc Wildlife Conservation
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Animal and Wildlife Sciences Why Study?
Campus and Facilities
Research Active Staff
We aim to build on your existing skills/knowledge through a mixture of theoretical and practical skills. Theoretical elements will involve a stimulating mix of expert-led lectures and small group tuition. Essential practical skills will be developed in our dedicated facilities and laboratories, and for some courses, through field trips. We pride ourselves in maintaining excellence, not only in teaching and research, but in all aspects of the student experience.
Our historic Parkgate Road Campus is situated only a short walk from Chester city centre and is home to the Department of Biological Sciences. We are a modern, well-equipped department, housing specialist, teaching and research laboratories which are suitable for a wide range of activities. Students can benefit from modern teaching and learning amenities, excellent fitness facilities, as well as social and catering hubs, all on one site.
We are proud to boast a combination of innovative teaching and cuttingedge research. Members of our enthusiastic teaching team are involved in pioneering projects locally, nationally and globally, and have led the development of wildlife crime as an academic subject area. Our courses are underpinned by diverse staff research interests, which in turn provide exciting opportunities for study leading to MPhil and PhD research degrees.
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Animal Behaviour www.chester.ac.uk/pg/animal-behaviour Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MSc
On this course you will get to grips with cutting-edge techniques used by top scientists to uncover the secrets of the natural world. You will gain an understanding of key ethical dilemmas, have the opportunity to improve your research skills, and explore a topic of interest to you in a dissertation project. Why study Animal Behaviour with us?
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
At Chester you will learn directly from leaders in the field of animal behavioural research. From hormone assays to genetic analysis, we have the facilities you will need to develop key laboratory skills.
The Learning Experience
Long-term departmental research projects allow a diverse range of dissertation opportunities and your participation in groundbreaking research. Our teaching team also has strong links to industry, and your dissertation could provide you with valuable networking opportunities and experience in a specialist field such as wildlife monitoring or animal management. We have close links with zoos, aquaria, charities and NGOs – invaluable for helping you on your future career path.
What will I learn? Six taught modules (including one optional module) use a lively seminar and discussion group format, complemented by an intensive four-module research project. Compulsory modules include: Conservation Genetics; Research Dissertation; Biodiversity Informatics; Contemporary Issues in Animal Behaviour; Behavioural Ecology in a Changing World; and Animal Welfare and Ethics. Optional module choices include: Behaviour and Welfare in Wildlife Conservation; Human-Animal Interactions and Animal Welfare; and Animal Welfare Biology for a Technological Age.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £830 Full course fee: £7,470 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Teaching is usually delivered in small groups via seminars, workshops and discussion groups. There may also be laboratory practicals and field trips on some modules. Assessment methods are varied and are targeted towards future employment. These could include poster presentations, grant applications, oral presentations, synthetic reviews or laboratory reports.
Entry Requirements Applicants should normally possess an honours degree (minimum 2:1) in a biological/behavioural/ecological science (e.g. animal behaviour, conservation biology, zoology) including components of experimental design and statistical analysis. Applicants will also have relevant animal-related experience. Students with a minimum of a 2:1 honours degree in an unrelated area must demonstrate on application that they have equivalent experience in a related field, e.g. wildlife conservation, captive animal management.
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Animal Welfare www.chester.ac.uk/pg/animal-welfare Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MSc
The assessment and enhancement of animal welfare are key to a variety of industries including farming, scientific research, zoos, the pet trade and service animal training. On this course you will learn from experts in industry and research how this is achieved using modern techniques. Why study Animal Welfare with us? At Chester you will learn directly from leaders in the field of animal welfare research. Regular research seminars and approachable, supportive staff make our Department a friendly, welcoming community. From hormone assays to genetic analysis, we have the facilities you will need to develop key laboratory skills. Staff also collaborate with a range of industrial partners such as farms, veterinarians and zoos, so are able to provide real-life case studies to students. Various long-term departmental research projects, both in the UK and abroad, allow a diverse range of dissertation opportunities and participation in ground-breaking research. Our teaching team also has strong links to industry, and we have close links with zoos, aquaria, charities and NGOs – invaluable for helping you on your future career path.
What will I learn? Six taught modules (including one optional module) use a lively seminar and discussion group format, complemented by an intensive four-module research project. Compulsory modules include: Behaviour and Welfare in Wildlife Conservation; Research Dissertation; Biodiversity Informatics; Human-Animal Interactions and Animal Welfare; Animal Welfare and Ethics; and Animal Welfare Biology for a Technological Age.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience Teaching is usually delivered in small groups via seminars, workshops and discussion groups. There may also be laboratory practicals and field trips on some modules. Assessment methods are varied and are targeted towards future employment. These could include poster presentations, grant applications, oral presentations, synthetic reviews or laboratory reports.
Entry Requirements Applicants should normally possess an honours degree (minimum 2:1) in a biological/behavioural/ecological science (e.g. animal behaviour, conservation biology, zoology), including components of experimental design and statistical analysis. Applicants will also have relevant animalrelated experience. Students with a minimum of a 2:1 honours degree in an unrelated area must demonstrate on application that they have equivalent experience in a related field. They must also demonstrate on application evidence of experimental design and basic statistical analysis skills, perhaps during completion of a research dissertation.
Optional modules include: Conservation Genetics; Contemporary Issues in Animal Behaviour; and Behavioural Ecology in a Changing World.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £830 Full course fee: £7,470 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Applied Wildlife Forensics www.chester.ac.uk/pg/applied-wildlife-forensics Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Part-time: 2 years
Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
Postgraduate Certificate
Wildlife conservation is increasingly urgent in today’s world. One key aspect of wildlife conservation is the application of forensic techniques to conservation issues such as wildlife crime. This course focuses on developing professionals who have the specialist academic and practical skills to apply to this problem. Why study Applied Wildlife Forensics with us? We offer this novel area of wildlife conservation in a short course to update or further develop your existing skills. This will be done through the sharing of our expertise in field and lab-based research.
Your learning will include tutor-led, self-directed and peer-based learning. Sessions are typically delivered over a 10-week period; however, some modules are delivered through week-long workshop/lab sessions or field trips.
Our staff are passionately involved in pioneering projects, and have helped to lead the development of Wildlife Forensics as an academic subject area, having held the first international conference in October 2010. You will have the opportunity to work closely with staff in this exciting area.
Assessment is via continuous assessment – e.g. lab/essay assignments; critical assessments/reviews; reports; in-class individual/group oral presentations; portfolios; and preparation and presentation of posters. There are no examinations.
What will I learn?
Modules typically require 200 hours of study time, including: • 21 hours of lectures, seminars, group discussions and laboratory/field activities • 10 hours of tutorial support • 169 hours of directed self-study.
You will study Wildlife Crime, supported by Conservation Genetics – two disciplines in which the Department has been a pioneer. You will also have the key opportunity to deepen your analytical techniques through our Biodiversity Informatics module. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience Teaching is delivered through Moodle (the University’s online platform for teaching), internet discussion boards, and residential school. Residential school includes lectures, lab sessions, field trips and tutorials.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £1,720 Full course fee: £5,160 Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Entry Requirements • Applicants should normally possess a 2:1 honours degree in a relevant area (or demonstrate equivalent experience in a related field, e.g. forensics, wildlife conservation, habitat or protected areas management, or ex situ conservation). • Relevant previous experience in the field is expected. • An interview may also be required.
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Wildlife Conservation www.chester.ac.uk/pg/wildlife-conservation Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MSc
The rapid decline of global biodiversity has made wildlife conservation a crisis discipline. This has led to growing local, national and international demand for specialists with academic and practical wildlife conservation skills. Our postgraduate course provides an opportunity to learn from conservation- and research-active scientists. Why study Wildlife Conservation with us?
The Learning Experience
We aim to build on and consolidate your existing skills/knowledge, and offer exposure to advanced concepts and practical applications in wildlife conservation. This will be done through exploration of our expertise in field and lab-based research on key species and habitats, in the UK and further afield.
Teaching is delivered through Moodle (the University’s online platform for teaching); internet discussion boards; and residential school, including lectures, lab sessions, field trips and tutorials.
Our staff are engaged in pioneering projects locally, nationally and globally, and have led the development of wildlife crime as an academic subject area. We are also involved in conservation of globally threatened species such as the Trinidad piping guan, Grenada dove and Philippine duck. You will be engaged in a peer-based learning environment that includes field and lab work, which will provide insights into key research in wildlife conservation. We will also focus on the development of your professional skills and profile for your future career, and encourage links and networking opportunities with practitioners in the field.
What will I learn? You will study a combination of specialisations considered core to wildlife conservation, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), statistical techniques, population and habitat management, and emerging subdisciplines including wildlife crime, behaviour and welfare in conservation, and conservation genetics.
Assessment is via lab/essay assignments; critical assessments/reviews; research/funding proposals; multiple-choice quizzes/short answer questions; field reports; individual/group oral presentations; and preparation and presentation of posters. There are no final examinations.
Entry Requirements • Applicants should normally possess an honours degree (minimum 2:1) in a biological/behavioural/ecological science (or demonstrate equivalent experience in a related field, e.g. animal behaviour, conservation biology, zoology) including components of experimental design and statistical analysis. Applicants will also have relevant experience in the field. • Students with a minimum 2:1 honours degree in an unrelated area must demonstrate on application that they have equivalent experience in a related field, e.g. wildlife conservation, habitat or protected areas management, or ex-situ conservation.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £1,140 Full course fee: £10,260 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Art and Design Students can benefit from well-equipped facilities and studio spaces, and a teaching and supervisory team with a diverse research background.
Student Profile
“As a mature student and a practitioner in Art and Design for many years, I had come to the conclusion that I needed to take a step further in my professional approach as a visual artist. The course allowed me to develop my focus and a potential that I did not dare to think about before I started.�
Sabine Kussmaul MA Fine Art
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Art and Design Why Study?
Campus and Facilities
Research Active Staff
Our expert staff are committed to providing high-quality teaching that will develop your creative potential. Wherever your interests lie, our courses aim to provide you with the practical skills and academic knowledge to succeed. Study with us and become a part of our family of artists, designers and researchers, who will celebrate your individuality, introduce you to new ways of working and support you on your research journey.
The Department of Art and Design is based at the Creative Campus, Kingsway, which offers a dedicated lending library, Mac and PC suites, and subject-specific workshops and seminar spaces. You will have access to digital printing and traditional printmaking including letterpress, darkroom and photography studios, stop frame animation studio and digital animation software, fashion and textiles workshops, book making and sculpture facilities, as well as hightech outputs, including laser cutting, 3D printing, augmented and virtual reality and 360 filming.
We have an active and exciting research culture, with many staff exhibiting and publishing work to an international audience. Our staff’s research encompasses media specialisms, practice methodologies and theoretical perspectives in four interdisciplinary themes: (im)materiality; embodiment, narrative and performance practice; everyday objects, habitus and thingness; and place, space and site. Alongside this, all academic staff and the majority of technical staff are practising artists and designers.
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Design www.chester.ac.uk/pg/design Creative Campus, Kingsway
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Art and Design, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MA
This course is intended for practitioners from a range of design disciplines wanting to advance their design practice and enhance their skill base while developing a greater understanding of the theoretical knowledge underpinning design processes. In a creative and challenging interdisciplinary environment, design theories are questioned and established while individual creative solutions are explored. Why study Design with us?
The Learning Experience
Our course looks across traditional boundaries within visual design practices, encouraging you to develop design possibilities for your individual practice while examining theoretical and professional contexts.
The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars and workshops alongside indevidual tutorials. At the Creative Campus, Kingsway, you will have access to the Department’s specialist facilities and equipment together with its technical support.
We will encourage you to engage with design discourses and new directions, thereby contextualising your individual practice. Our course will initially facilitate the contextualisation of your practice, through research methods, current contexts and playful exploratory design practice. Then, you will have the opportunity to develop your understanding of project management, effective collaboration and the communication of design practice to professional audiences. Lastly, the final major project provides a chance to undertake a significant self-initiated design project.
Formal contact will include face-to-face and online seminars, student presentations, and presentations by visiting practitioners. The notional learning time for students is circa 40 hours (full time) or 20 hours (part time) per week .
What will I learn?
Entry Requirements
The course is based on the relationship between design theory and design practice. This will inform your design process, allowing you to understand critical ideas, to subject your work to robust scrutiny, and to devise contexts that will lead to new insights and challenges by exploring: design methodologies and processes; current and historical design practice; visual communication skills; ongoing design discourses; social and cultural contexts for design practice; research methods; project management; and creative processes and facilitation.
Candidates will hold a 2:1 honours degree in an appropriate Design subject, or have evidence of recent professional work equivalent to honours degree standard. Through the submission of a portfolio and statement of intent on application, then further through interview, candidates must be able to demonstrate a level of knowledge and competence appropriate to the demands of the course and to demonstrate the potential to benefit from that study. Consideration will be given to those who hold a lower classification who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Assessment is through a combination of practical and written work. That will include design artefacts, academic papers, project reports, sketchbooks, selfreflective research journal, presentations and exhibitions.
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Fine Art www.chester.ac.uk/pg/fine-art Creative Campus, Kingsway
Part-time: 2 years
Department of Art and Design, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MA
The MA course embraces the richness and diversity of contemporary fine art practice. It will provide you with a stimulating environment of practical support and critical challenge in which you can develop the ambitions of your creative practice, allowing you to give it sharpened focus and intellectual rigour. Why study Fine Art with us?
The Learning Experience
Our course encourages a wide variety of creative approaches that operate either within established disciplines or across the boundaries of artistic media. It is particularly distinctive in welcoming students who are interested in positioning textile materials and processes within a contemporary fine art context.
The course is delivered through lectures, seminars and work-in-progress exhibitions/presentations which are delivered on a Wednesday afternoon/ evening. Individual tutorials are arranged in addition to this. You will have full access to the Department’s extensive facilities.
By relating theory and practice, the course will allow you to challenge your working procedures and situate your studio enquiry within a research context so that it becomes much more critically robust.
Ongoing formative feedback is provided through one-to-one tutorials and work-in-progress presentations/exhibitions. Summative assessment includes the exhibition of resolved artworks, evidence of speculative studio enquiry, contextual presentations, a self-reflective research journal and supporting written assignments.
The delivery of the part-time mode in the early evening is structured to accommodate students who may wish to combine their study alongside full-time employment.
The notional learning time for students is circa 20 hours (part-time) per week.
What will I learn? Studio practice is central to the course. This is supported by a research methods module, which provides an introduction to some of the broader critical debates and methodological approaches relevant to contemporary art and design research. The development of a research journal will allow you to negotiate historical, theoretical and contemporary contexts and subject your work to a level of critical scrutiny that will lead to new artistic insights and an invigoration of your practice.
Entry Requirements Applicants will normally hold a minimum of a 2:1 honours degree in Fine Art or Art and Design and must be able to demonstrate, through portfolio and interview, practical competence and critical understanding appropriate to the course. Applications should be supported by images and a brief statement outlining the form, content and context of recent work.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: ÂŁ660 Full course fee: ÂŁ5,940 International students: Please contact the University for part-time international fees information. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Art and Design
The Department of Art and Design is a supportive interdisciplinary community of researchers and creative practitioners. In the 2014 Research Excellence Framework, the Department was the highest scoring unit of assessment across the University, with 47% of our research classed as World Leading or Internationally Excellent.
Our Expertise
How We Will Support You
Research in the Department of Art and Design explores the creative arts as a process of enquiry and mode of knowledge production. Extending beyond disciplinary boundaries, research expertise is clustered around four broad interdisciplinary themes: ‘(Im)materiality’; ‘Embodiment, Narrative and Performance Practice’; ‘Everyday Objects, Habitus and Thingness’; and ‘Place, Space and Site’.
You will study in an actively engaged research environment within Art and Design, where 50% of the staff team have successfully completed PhD research or are currently undertaking doctoral study. The Department is situated within the School of Arts and Media, where you will be working alongside academic staff and research students in Performing Arts, Dance and Music and colleagues based at the North West Media Centre in Warrington, who come together under the umbrella of Chester Centre for Research in Arts and Media (CCRAM).
Within these broader themes, areas of research expertise include: legacies of modernism and their reinterpretation through contemporary practice; the agency of matter/material and importance of embodiment in thinking, making and knowing; the positioning of textile materials, processes and accompanying discourses within a contemporary fine art context; relationships between time, place, and cultural memory; participatory methodologies and collaborative production; virtual reality, telepresence and augmented reality; cultural awareness and identity within digital environments; the expanded field of photography; the status of practice based research in Art and Design disciplines in HE; and narrative drawing and the epistemology of drawing.
You will study in an actively engaged research environment within Art and Design, where 50% of the staff team have successfully completed PhD research or are currently undertaking doctoral study.
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Our community of postgraduate researchers includes students undertaking taught MA courses in Fine Art and Design, Master by Research (MRes) and MPhil/PhD research. The Department offers a taught research skills module in Art and Design, and there is a School of Arts and Media annual postgraduate conference, as well as Faculty and University wide postgraduate conferences. All postgraduate students have access to our specialist workshops, studio space, foyer gallery, technical provision and ICT facilities. Further information: Dr Maxine Bristow Email: m.bristow@chester.ac.uk
Staff Profile
“As an artist with a history rooted in textiles, my practice and research draws on the multiple complex and often contradictory conventions of the medium, together with the modernist legacies and postmodern discourses with which it is entangled. Whilst the ‘expanded-field’ of textile constitutes a distinctive aspect of the Fine Art programme, my own practice, teaching experience and research expertise is more broadly concerned with issues of embodiment, objecthood and a material sensibility that extends across the richness and diversity of contemporary art“.
Dr Maxine Bristow Associate Professor/Programme Leader MA Fine Art
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Biological Sciences Our Biological Sciences courses are designed to give you a highly fulfilling student experience, while developing your passion and expertise in your chosen area.
Student Profile
“I want to pursue a PhD and a career in research, so the MRes was the next step after finishing my undergraduate degree. Cellular and Molecular Biology was a natural progression from Biochemistry and I have found that my MRes follows on from my undergraduate degree very well. I have gained invaluable lab experience as well as a chance to undertake an eight-month research project, something not offered by many other universities.� Dan Birtles MRes Biological Sciences
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Biological Sciences Why Study?
Campus and Facilities
Research Active Staff
The Department of Biological Sciences offers courses designed to provide an excellent gateway to your future career. You will study theoretical elements in a stimulating mix of expert-led lectures and small group tuition. Essential practical skills will be developed in our dedicated facilities and laboratories, and for some courses, through field trips. We pride ourselves in maintaining excellence, not only in teaching and research, but in all aspects of the student experience.
Parkgate Road Campus is home to the Department of Biological Sciences. We are a modern, well-equipped department, housing specialist, teaching and research laboratories suitable for forensic biology, genetic analysis, biochemistry, cell biology, immunology, molecular biology and microbiology. Students can benefit from modern teaching and learning amenities, excellent fitness facilities, as well as social and catering hubs, all on one site.
We are proud to boast a combination of innovative teaching and cutting-edge research. Our enthusiastic teaching team are involved in high-quality research at an international level, combining expertise across the full spectrum of Biological Sciences. Our research findings regularly influence current scientific understanding, new methods and policy, and both the teaching and research activities of the Department have been recognised by external agencies as being of high quality.
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You may also be interested in courses within our Animal and Wildlife Sciences section (page 78).
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Marine and Coastal Resource Management www.chester.ac.uk/pg/marine-and-coastal Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MSc
Our ability to predict the type of impacts that humans levy on the marine environment underpins knowledge of how and why interactions of these often conflicting enterprises need to be managed and controlled. This course provides exciting theoretical and practical training opportunities for students aspiring to build successful careers in the marine environment sector. Why study Marine and Coastal Resource Management with us? We aim to provide you with advanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills in identifying, measuring and quantifying marine and coastal resources and the effects of anthropogenic impacts upon them. We will do this by engaging you in an interactive learning environment to explore our expertise in field and lab-based research on marine species, habitats, and processes in the UK, and further afield. You will be trained in marine field research techniques, have the opportunity to become certified as a GUE scientific diver, learn advanced analytical methods, and develop your science communication skills. You will become equipped with competency in the application of marine and coastal sciences to practical management settings, providing access to a wide range of employment opportunities.
What will I learn? Core specialisations are taught over six modules using a dynamic seminar and discussion group format, complemented by an international field trip. Modules include: Conservation Genetics; Research Dissertation; Biodiversity Informatics; International Field Trip; Marine Ecology and Habitat Survey; Marine Resource Exploitation and Management; and Marine Environmental Impact Assessment.
Home/EU students: Please see: www.chester.ac.uk/fees-per-module International students (full-time): ÂŁ12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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For more information, see: www.chester.ac.uk/pg/marine-and-coastal
The Learning Experience Teaching is delivered through lectures, seminars, workshops, discussion groups, laboratory practicals, and field trips (including an international field trip to a tropical coral reef system). Assessment is via: field reports; lab/essay assignments; environmental impact assessment; individual/group oral presentations; preparation and presentation of posters; ethical review; and an independent research project. There are no final examinations.
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Biological Sciences (MRes) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/bio-sciences-mres Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MRes
Our MRes course in Biological Sciences allows you to carry out an extensive Master’s-level research project alongside two taught modules. You will have the opportunity to develop research and project management skills as well as building your knowledge and experience in your chosen subject area. Why study Biological Sciences (MRes) with us? Our Department has expertise across the field of Biological Sciences. This includes a whole organism focus with research in Conservation Ecology, Animal Behaviour and Animal Welfare. We also offer a range of laboratoryfocused research, including projects involving Conservation Genetics, Bioveterinary Science and Molecular Biology. Our projects often involve external partners and allow students to develop wider links in their chosen sector as well as bringing additional expertise to the project teams.
For more information, see: www.chester.ac.uk/pg/bio-sciences-mres
The Learning Experience Teaching can be delivered via lectures, laboratory practical classes, field trips and seminars, supplemented by online material such as discussion boards and analytical exercises. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to departmental research seminars, a journal club and tutorials.
You will work closely with your supervisory team in order to have the chance to acquire the specialist skills necessary to pursue your chosen career path. Our Department’s proactive, diverse and inclusive research community provides extensive opportunities for peer learning and research collaboration.
Taught modules are assessed via coursework assignments. The dissertation project culminates in the production of a paper suitable for submission for peer reviewed publication.
What will I learn?
Applicants should normally possess a 2:1 honours degree in any relevant discipline with additional emphasis placed upon the student’s preparedness for study and performance at interview, which will inform the selection process. A 2:2 honours degree may be mitigated by substantial relevant work experience.
A compulsory taught module in MRes research methods provides advanced training in core specialisations; these may include project design and applying for grants, field techniques, statistical analysis and geographical information systems.
Entry Requirements
You will then select a taught specialist module in an area relevant to your research project or career path, for example conservation genetics or behavioural ecology. The individual research project is undertaken throughout the year and is the primary focus of this course.
Home/EU students: Full-time: £4,406 per annum Part-time: £2,203 per annum
A bench fee of £2,000 will be payable to cover the cost of consumables and specialist materials and equipment (for the laboratory-based course). Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
International students: Classroom-based / Laboratory-based: Full-time: £13,031 / £16,786 per annum Part-time: £6,516 / £8,393 per annum
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The Department of Biological Sciences is a rapidly expanding group of internationally recognised scientists from a range of disciplines, including: conservation; marine biology; animal behaviour; and animal health and welfare. We are keen to hear from students who wish to carry out their PhD or MRes studies within the Department.
Our Expertise
How We Will Support You
Our team carry out research from the molecular and subcellular to landscape ecology, including: the application of molecular genetics to conservation biology; basic cell biology; animal stress and welfare; companion animal training; population modelling under climate change; and endangered species management.
The Department of Biological Sciences fully recognises its role in providing a highly supportive environment to allow our research students to flourish.
Our research involves collaboration with local companies and international partners and non-governmental organisations.
All our postgraduate research students are assigned to one of our research groups (Animal Behaviour and Welfare or Conservation Biology), which are housed in a number of modern specialist research laboratories. You will form part of a team consisting of other postgraduate students and postdoctoral research assistants, and will be encouraged to fully integrate with your team. You will be expected to attend conferences to inform and present your work externally. You will also attend a range of in-house training courses and workshops designed to cover all aspects of postgraduate study. Further information: Professor Andrew Lawrence Email: a.lawrence@chester.ac.uk
You will be assigned a Principal Supervisor, who will support and guide you through your development as an independent researcher and help you to access the technical support and resources necessary for you to complete your project.
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Staff Profile
“As a Conservation Ecologist, my research investigates environmental factors, such as habitat, which influence where species live and how their population sizes change. By identifying these factors we can try to mitigate human impacts on the environment and protect species around the world. Within my role, I train postgraduates in the skills needed to conserve global biodiversity“.
Dr Matthew Geary Senior Lecturer in Conservation Biology Conservation Biology Research Group
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Business and Management Study to become an innovative entrepreneur at a business school with a reputation for providing high-quality management and leadership training.
Student Profile
“There are different reasons to take a postgraduate course. For me, it was personal learning. My keen interest in business motivates me to do this course. Career-wise, there is a high demand for postgraduates in international business in a range of settings and job sectors, and becoming highly sought after by employers is only a plus.� Keisha Watson MSc International Business
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Business and Management Why Study?
Campus and Facilities
Research Active Staff
Our innovative courses are relevant to everyday business activity, and will help you develop a deeper understanding of business realities while offering you the opportunity to transform your knowledge into career growth. Our experienced academic team will help relate theory to practice and support you through a mixture of learning methods. Strong industry links help us to bring the real world into the classroom and offer excellent work experience opportunities.
The University of Chester Business School at Queen’s Park Campus hosts a business library and is a hub for a wide range of business partners; Chester Business School @ Warrington enjoys equally close links with the leading companies on its doorstep and excellent sport and media facilities on site; and learning in the Department of Business and Community Development takes place at Guildhall in Shrewsbury, a centrally located building with a fully stocked library and IT labs.
We are an award-winning Business School of the Year (2018 Educate North Awards) and our research contributes to business policy worldwide with projects funded by bodies such as the European Mentoring & Coaching Council and the International Creative Practice for Wellbeing Framework. Our regular Research and Knowledge Transfer activity includes multiple corporate clients, including the Cabinet Office, the RAF and a range of businesses in the corporate sector.
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110 Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) / Doctor of Professional Studies (DProf )
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You may also be interested in our National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination (NASENCo) and Organisational Development (WBIS) courses (pages 137-139).
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Creative Industries Management www.chester.ac.uk/pg/creative-industries-management Warrington Campus
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Chester Business School @ Warrington, Faculty of Business and Management; and Department of Media, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020 / February 2021
MSc
The ‘creative industries’, which include media, marketing, advertising, research and design, represent a significant and growing feature of the UK and global economy. This course aims to provide you with the knowledge and skills to undertake a managerial role in organisations, where creative staff and the commercial responsibilities of the work require managing. Why study Creative Industries Management with us?
The Learning Experience
This course is designed to develop professional managers for the rapidly developing ‘creative industries’ sector. You will study both management theory and practice in the context of creative organisations. Examples of this could be in the fashion, film, web or publishing industries as a professional manager of projects and/or operations.
Our course is taught at the Chester Business School @ Warrington in partnership with the Department of Media.
Our North West Media Centre (NWMC) has outstanding links with the media industry, including projects with leading organisations such as the BBC, and networks into MediaCityUK (www.mediacityuk.co.uk) and WAcreative (www.meetup.com/WAcreative) – providing opportunities for you to engage with practitioners. Students from the NWMC have gone on to win acclaim and awards in a number of creative industry fields.
The course is assessed through a mixture of project work, written assignments, presentations and a research report.
What will I learn? This course has a number of strategic management modules, designed to help you manage people, innovate, and handle financial resources. You will also study specific creative/media modules, which aim to teach you practical skills that can be used back in the workplace. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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You will have access to contemporary practical IT suites located on Warrington Campus, including 24/7 access to the onsite library.
For a full-time student, there are ten to 12 contact hours per week via lectures, seminars, tutorials and tutor surgery sessions, and you will be expected to undertake at least a similar number of hours of private study per week. Contact hours for part-time students will be on a pro-rata basis.
Entry Requirements An honours degree in a complementary area, usually 2:2 or above, and/or suitable work experience, is required. Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of proficiency to IELTS 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in each band or equivalent.
For information about Work Based and Integrative Studies (WBIS), please see page 302 or go to: www.chester.ac.uk/pg/wbis
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Digital Marketing www.chester.ac.uk/pg/digital-marketing Warrington Campus Chester Business School @ Warrington, Faculty of Business and Management; and Department of Media, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Full-time: 1 year (MSc/Postgraduate Diploma), Part-time: 2 years (MSc/Postgraduate Diploma), 1 year (Postgraduate Certificate) October 2020 / February 2021
MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
The UK currently has a digital marketing skills gap, and this MSc aims to provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue or enhance a career in marketing with specialist digital marketing expertise.
Why study Digital Marketing with us?
The Learning Experience
This course is ideal for marketing practitioners who wish to gain digital media skills and knowledge, or graduates who are interested in a digital marketing career and want to increase their job prospects in this growing industry sector.
Our course is taught by Chester Business School @ Warrington in partnership with the Department of Media. You will have access to contemporary practical IT suites located on Warrington Campus, including 24/7 access to the onsite library.
Our course has been designed in partnership with leading digital practitioners and the Institute of Direct and Digital Marketing (www.theidm. com) to make sure it provides you with the skills and knowledge needed by industry. As a result, there is also an opportunity for successful students to achieve further professional recognition.
This course is assessed mainly through coursework, although for some of the more practical modules the development of artefacts such as digital advertising materials form part of the assessment.
What will I learn?
For a full-time student, there are ten to 12 contact hours per week via lectures, seminars, tutorials and tutor surgery sessions, and you will be expected to undertake at least a similar number of hours for private study per week. Contact hours for part-time students will be on a pro-rata basis.
You will learn about key areas of digital marketing strategy, the application of digital technologies and how to monitor campaigns. This includes the development of practical and creative skills in email marketing, search engine optimisation (SEO), online advertising, website usability, mobile applications, market segmentation, affiliate marketing, online PR and social media. It will enable you to develop a digital strategy, including devising and implementing online acquisition, conversion and retention campaigns, and to understand digital media techniques.
Entry Requirements An honours degree in any discipline, or above, and/or suitable work experience, is required. Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of proficiency to IELTS 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in each band or equivalent.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: ÂŁ745 Full course fee: ÂŁ6,705
For information about Work Based and Integrative Studies (WBIS), please see page 302 or go to: www.chester.ac.uk/pg/wbis
International students (full-time): ÂŁ12,450 per annum (MSc)
Course Accreditation: The Institute of Direct and Digital Marketing (IDM)
Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Engineering Management www.chester.ac.uk/pg/engineering-management Warrington Campus
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Chester Business School @ Warrington, Faculty of Business and Management
October 2020 / February 2021
MSc
Our MSc in Engineering Management aims to enhance knowledge and skills in project and supply chain management including broader business management aspects. The MSc is designed to reflect the expectation that candidates joining the award will have some suitable technical education, knowledge and/or expertise. Why study Engineering Management with us? Project and people management, innovation, supply chain management and finance are the key knowledge aspects of this award and address broadly the requirements of the benchmarks in these key areas. The award is also designed to have a strategic viewpoint, and so a marketfacing perspective is embedded across the modules delivered. Our learning, teaching and assessment use extensively case-based approaches, which consider the strategic and operational aspects of the operations of business within the international context.
The course consists of six 20-credit taught modules and a 60-credit Management Research Project, all at Level 7. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience Learning and teaching includes lectures, seminars, discussions, presentations, tutorials, analysis of live case studies, and use of video. Learning opportunities such as these should enable you to apply elements of your academic learning to a real-life context.
During the course, stakeholder perspectives are considered extensively, and the realisation of strategies incorporates many aspects of key functional and operational concerns for businesses.
For each 20-credit module, you will undertake two pieces of assessment. The Management Research Project will be in the region of 12,000-14,000 words. We use a diverse diet of assessment, including presentation, exams, essays, reports and portfolios, throughout the course.
What will I learn?
Entry Requirements
Course content has been selected to fit within the University Framework (Master’s modules in multiples of 20 points); to utilise strong existing University provision where available; and to reflect a generic need for management capabilities.
An honours degree in a complementary area, usually 2:2 or above, and/or suitable work experience, is required.
This will be complemented by and interlinked with the development of further progression specifically related to professional and contemporary capabilities within technology-based industries.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Applicants with non-standard qualifications will be considered for entry on to the course. Each application will be considered on its own merit.
For information about Work Based and Integrative Studies (WBIS), please see page 302 or go to: www.chester.ac.uk/pg/wbis
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Global Change* www.chester.ac.uk/pg/global-change University Centre Shrewsbury
Part-time: 3 years
MSc
October 2020 / January 2021
This course will provide a perspective of global, national and local processes for socioeconomic change, and allow you to explore topics of personal interest in depth through coursework and a thesis. It will appeal to those concerned with global sustainability, and provide a grounding in the practical elements applicable to businesses and their supply chains. Why study Global Change with us?
What will I learn?
We use modern delivery methods to provide you with knowledge and skills relevant to your employment. We will use your experience, network and workplace along with the local, regional and national environment to bring the issues that inform Global Change to life. This provides a broader understanding of the importance and application from local to global, and global to local.
In Year 1, you will examine the history and policies that have driven global change.
At Shrewsbury we pride ourselves on a distinctive collaborative learning experience. This experience characterises us from other higher education institutions – our excellent staff-to-student ratio and small cohorts provide an opportunity for an interactive student-centred learning environment over a five-day residential, every three months. This delivery style provides an opportunity to focus on the course through experiential means, where your input and contribution will realise the opportunities for yourself and your peers. The residential will also provide networking opportunities in the stunning settings of a medieval town close to where the industrial revolution began.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Our position within Shropshire provides an opportunity to complete your thesis either with your employer, or with local industry where you will acquire first-hand experience of Global Change in practice over 10 months.
In Year 2, you will explore emerging policies and current drivers for change. In Year 3, you will undertake independent research in the form of a thesis with an industry partner.
The Learning Experience This course is located in Shrewsbury, where you will have access to lecture theatres, laboratories, an IT suite, and library with pod spaces for group and independent study. Modules will run tri-monthly over five days. You will be assessed through individual coursework (40%), presentations (10%), a group project (20%) and a thesis (30%).
Entry Requirements • A minimum 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Sustainability, Geography, Natural Sciences • HND/HNC and at least seven years’ relevant post-qualification experience • If you have no prior qualifications, the entry requirement is at least 10 years’ relevant experience. *Subject to validation
Home/EU students: Please see: www.chester.ac.uk/fees-per-module International students: Please contact the University for part-time international fees information. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Health Services Management www.chester.ac.uk/pg/health-services-management Warrington Campus
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Chester Business School @ Warrington, Faculty of Business and Management; and Faculty of Health and Social Care
October 2020 / February 2021
MSc
The market for health services is global and growing. Demographic changes and advances in health service knowledge are driving a need for health service managers who can organise large and complex operations and coordinate professions. Demand for health services continues to be strong internationally – across public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Why study Health Services Management with us?
The Learning Experience
This course is designed to support students who wish to move into managerial positions within the health services industry; complementing previous professional/academic qualifications or building upon workplace experience. It combines insights to both public and private healthcare services with contemporary management theory.
This course is taught by the University of Chester’s Chester Business School @ Warrington and the Faculty of Health and Social Care.
The ethos of the course is to practically apply knowledge to help support you in developing your career prospects. To assist with this, a number of teaching sessions are also delivered by management and health service practitioners to ensure coverage of relative applied context.
You will have access to contemporary practical IT suites located on Warrington Campus, including 24/7 access to the onsite library.
What will I learn? During the MSc you will have the opportunity to improve your knowledge and understanding of core disciplines, concepts, ideas and theories of business and management. The Leadership Development and Change module will further enhance your technical knowledge of strategic leadership and its application in the contemporary workplace, and your ability to operate effectively in an increasingly global and multicultural environment. There is also a specialist module on commissioning best practice. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
We use a range of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, practical workshops and tutorials.
The course is assessed through a mixture of project work, written assignments, presentations and a research report. For a full-time student, there are ten to 12 contact hours per week via lectures, seminars, tutorials and tutor surgery sessions, and you will be expected to undertake at least a similar number of hours for private study per week. Contact hours for part-time students will be on a pro-rata basis.
Entry Requirements An honours degree in a complementary area, usually 2:2 or above, and/or suitable work experience, is required. Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of proficiency to IELTS 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in each band or equivalent.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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International Business www.chester.ac.uk/pg/international-business Queen’s Park Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
University of Chester Business School, Faculty of Business and Management
October 2020 / February 2021
MSc
Understanding the principles and practices of business management enables an aspiring or developing manager to make better quality decisions, enabling improved personal and organisational performance. This course develops an in-depth understanding of the management tools, techniques and controls available, and the ability to apply this understanding in the workplace. Why study International Business with us?
The Learning Experience
Our course will introduce you to management tools and techniques that will enhance your business management knowledge. We combine academic study with workplace application, so you will get many opportunities to understand how to manage, and make management decisions.
You will learn by attending regular, scheduled sessions, which could be lectures, project work, presentations, discussions or case studies, as well as one-to-one sessions with your tutors. The course includes six taught modules plus the Management Research Project.
Extensive use of case studies will give you the chance to develop valuable skills and understanding that will provide you with a strategic appreciation of the many facets of business management. Our tutors encourage discussion in class, so that you can gradually learn to form, express and defend your own opinions.
Assessment of your learning could be through written assignments, in-class tests, examinations or presentations, as well as completion of an individual management report.
Guest speakers from industry are also invited into class to share their experience with you, enabling you to appreciate the real-world application of academic theory. In assocation with the course, there are opportunities for you to apply for an internship.
What will I learn? Our modules focus on a number of aspects of management, including international business and international marketing strategy. The Management Research Project module will enable you to research in depth a practical topic of interest to you. The focus is very much on the practical application of your knowledge and understanding, which should help you to make a significant contribution to a future employer.
Each taught module has three hours’ contact time per week over a ten-week semester, amounting to 30 hours’ tutor contact time per module. In addition, each module is designed with a notional 170 hours’ private study.
Entry Requirements Applicants will normally be expected to hold a degree with a minimum 2:2 honours, or equivalent. Applications are also welcome from those with nonstandard entry qualifications. A typical applicant may be a new/recent graduate, who has attained an honours degree and wishes to augment that with further study to optimise their career opportunities.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940
For information about Work Based and Integrative Studies (WBIS), please see page 302 or go to: www.chester.ac.uk/pg/wbis
International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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International Finance www.chester.ac.uk/pg/international-finance Queen’s Park Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
University of Chester Business School, Faculty of Business and Management
October 2020 / February 2021
MSc
Understanding the principles and practices of financial management enables an aspiring or developing manager to make better quality decisions, enabling potential for improved personal and organisational performance. This course develops an in-depth understanding of the financial tools, techniques and controls available, and the ability to apply this in the workplace. Why study International Finance with us?
The Learning Experience
Our course will introduce you to financial tools and techniques that will enhance your financial knowledge. We combine academic study with workplace application, so you will get many opportunities to understand how to manage, and make management decisions.
You will learn by attending regular, scheduled sessions, which could be lectures, project work, presentations, discussions or case studies, as well as one-to-one sessions with your tutors. The course includes six taught modules plus the Management Research Project.
Extensive use of case studies will give you the chance to develop valuable skills and understanding that will provide you with a strategic appreciation of the many facets of financial management. Our tutors encourage discussion in class, so that you can gradually learn to form, express and defend your own opinions.
Assessment of your learning could be through written assignments, in-class tests, examinations or presentations, as well as completion of an individual management report.
Guest speakers from industry are also invited into class to share their experience with you, enabling you to appreciate the real-world application of academic theory. In association with the course, there are opportunities for you to apply for an internship.
What will I learn? Our modules focus on financial aspects of management, and include corporate finance and financial risk management. The Management Research Project module will enable you to research in depth a practical topic of interest to you. The focus is very much on the practical application of your knowledge and understanding, which should help you to make a significant contribution to a future employer.
Each taught module comprises 30 hours’ contact time delivered over a ten-week period. You will be expected to support your in-class learning with self-directed study.
Entry Requirements Applicants will normally be expected to hold a degree with a minimum 2:2 honours, or equivalent. Applications are also welcome from those with nonstandard entry qualifications. A typical applicant may be a new/recent graduate, who has attained a first degree and wishes to augment that with further study to optimise their career opportunities.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Management (Chester/Warrington) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/management Queen’s Park Campus, Chester; or Warrington Campus
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
University of Chester Business School / Chester Business School @ Warrington, Faculty of Business and Management
October 2020 / February 2021
MSc
As a new a manager starting your career, this course aims to help you develop your skills, knowledge and competencies in managing the different opportunities and challenges caused by internal and external changes faced by organisations. This will enable you to effectively contribute to the success of the business. Why study Management with us?
The Learning Experience
Our course will help you to achieve your management aspirations by being relevant to the modern business. The combination of academic study with workplace application provides many opportunities to better understand how to manage and make management decisions that impact on the organisation’s success.
You will learn by attending regular, scheduled sessions, which could be lectures, project work, presentations, discussions or case studies, as well as one-to-one sessions with your tutors. The course includes six taught modules plus the Management Research Project.
Our tutors encourage class discussions, helping you to learn to build, express and defend your own informed thoughts. Our modules have been carefully designed to provide you with relevant skills, knowledge and understanding that will enable you to perform successfully, and this course has the potential to offer you a springboard to a new career. In association with the course, there are opportunities for you to apply for an internship.
What will I learn? Our modules provide insights into industry thinking, including how to view business challenges from different perspectives. This results in a range of innovative creative solutions as well as developing your ability to take a strategic overview of the business direction and implementation of strategy. Building on your capacity for creative thinking, the course seeks to build your understanding of the core areas of business and how they interact and contribute to the success of the business.
Assessment of your learning could be through written assignments, in-class tests, examinations or presentations, as well as completion of an individual management report. Each module has three hours’ contact time per week - i.e. 30 hours’ tutor contact time for each module. In addition, each module is designed with a notional 170 hours of private study.
Entry Requirements Applicants will normally be expected to hold a degree with a minimum 2:2 honours, or equivalent. Applications are also welcome from those with non-standard entry qualifications.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940
For information about Work Based and Integrative Studies (WBIS), please see page 302 or go to: www.chester.ac.uk/pg/wbis
International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum (MSc) Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Management (Shrewsbury) www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk/pg/management University Centre Shrewsbury
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
MSc
October 2020 / February 2021
Our course offers aspiring and developing managers the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge, skills and understanding of management that can help you make a positive difference for future employers. The course aims to help you develop your skills in managing the different opportunities and challenges caused by internal and external changes faced by organisations. Why study Management with us?
The Learning Experience
Our course will help you to achieve your management aspirations by being relevant to the modern business. The combination of academic study with workplace application provides many opportunities to better understand how to manage and make management decisions that impact on the organisation’s success.
You will learn by attending regular, scheduled sessions, which could be lectures, project work, presentations, discussions or case studies, as well as one-to-one sessions with your tutors. The course includes six taught modules plus the Management Research Project.
Our tutors encourage class discussions, helping you to learn to build, express and defend your own informed thoughts. Our modules have been carefully designed to provide you with relevant skills, knowledge and understanding that will enable you to perform successfully, and this course has the potential to offer you a springboard to a new career.
What will I learn? Our modules provide insights into industry thinking, including how to view business challenges from different perspectives. This results in a range of innovative creative solutions as well as developing your ability to take a strategic overview of the business direction and implementation of strategy. Building on your capacity for creative thinking, the course seeks to build your understanding of the core areas of business and how they interact and contribute to the success of the business.
Assessment of your learning could be through written assignments, in-class tests, examinations or presentations, as well as completion of an individual management report. Each module has three hours’ contact time per week – i.e. 30 hours’ tutor contact time for each module. In addition, each module is designed with a notional 170 hours of private study.
Entry Requirements Applicants will normally be expected to hold a degree with a minimum 2:2 honours, or equivalent. Applications are also welcome from those with non-standard entry qualifications.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum (MSc) Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Marketing Management www.chester.ac.uk/pg/marketing-management Queen’s Park Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
University of Chester Business School, Faculty of Business and Management
October 2020 / February 2021
MSc
The effective marketing of an organisation’s products and services is critical to its success. Our Marketing Management course aims to help you develop your skills, knowledge and competencies in international marketing management and planning digital marketing communications, thereby enabling you to effectively contribute to the success of the business. Why study Marketing Management with us?
The Learning Experience
Our course will help you to achieve your management aspirations by being relevant to the modern business. The combination of academic study with workplace application provides many opportunities to better understand how to manage and make management decisions that impact on the organisation’s success.
You will learn by attending regular, scheduled sessions, which could be lectures, project work, presentations, discussions or case studies, as well as one-to-one sessions with your tutors. The course includes six taught modules plus the Management Research Project.
Our tutors encourage class discussions, helping you to learn to build, express and defend your own informed thoughts. Our modules have been carefully designed to provide you with relevant skills, knowledge and understanding that will enable you to perform successfully, and this course has the potential to offer you a springboard to a new career. In association with the course, there are opportunities for you to apply for an internship.
What will I learn? Our modules provide insights into industry thinking, marketing products and services in both a domestic and international environment. Modules focus on concepts such as digital marketing planning, international marketing, marketing communications, and brand management. You will learn to create marketing strategies and digital communication plans that will contribute to the effectiveness of the organisation. This will be set in the context of having a good understanding of the contemporary management techniques to ensure the optimum use of resources.
Assessment of your learning could be through written assignments, in-class tests, examinations or presentations, as well as completion of an individual management report. Each taught module has three hours’ contact time per week. This amounts to a total of 30 hours’ tutor contact time for each module. In addition, each module is designed with a notional 170 hours of private study.
Entry Requirements Applicants will normally be expected to hold a degree with a minimum 2:2 honours, or equivalent. Applications are also welcome from those with nonstandard entry qualifications.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940
For information about Work Based and Integrative Studies (WBIS), please see page 302 or go to: www.chester.ac.uk/pg/wbis
International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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MBA (Master of Business Administration) Full-Time www.chester.ac.uk/pg/mba-fulltime Queen’s Park Campus, Chester
1 year
University of Chester Business School, Faculty of Business and Management
October 2020 / February 2021
MBA
The Chester MBA is flexible in length, with a wide range of electives intended to match your career goals. Our MBA gives you the chance to change not only your career prospects, but also your outlook of business.
Why study the MBA with us?
The Learning Experience
The Chester MBA promotes a values-based course. We have global businesses on our doorstep and a multitude of nationalities on our course, creating an exciting and diverse community.
The MBA is provided at the University of Chester’s Business School, Queen’s Park Campus. The teaching is delivered in Churchill House, a historic building dating back to 1937.
Our teaching staff include a combination of academics and senior management. This mix, combined with our links to the business community, will help you discover your potential to flourish in today’s international corporate environment.
All of the students on the MBA course have different objectives, focuses and learning styles. We offer you a range of subject options so you can adapt your MBA to meet your career goals.
What will I learn? Leadership in Action will embed the values of reflective action learning and cultivating a camaraderie culture distinctive to Chester. This is reinforced with subjects such as Leading and Managing Ethically, challenging you to think and act in management situations. The course ends with Preparing for Research Consultancy and Management Research in Action. These modules focus on making some form of impact through scenario/live projects, to deliver research projects for business-driven problems. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Assessments can be presentations or written assignments – sometimes both – and a management project (dissertation). Most modules include 30 hours of classroom-based teaching and 170 hours of independent study.
Entry Requirements Applicants will normally be expected to hold a first degree with a minimum of 2:2 honours or equivalent. They should also have a minimum of two years’ work experience in a business-related position, normally at supervisory level. Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of an English language proficiency qualification.
Home/EU students: £11,610 International students: £12,700 Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Sport Management www.chester.ac.uk/pg/sport-management Warrington Campus
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Chester Business School @ Warrington, and Department of Sport and Community Engagement, Faculty of Business and Management
October 2020 / February 2021
MSc
The business of sport extends throughout nations and across the globe – from merchandising to charity fundraising and leisure to societal health improvement. This course is designed to develop people who can lead, manage and develop sport-related operations to professional standards. Why study Sport Management with us?
The Learning Experience
Sport is not only a global business but also a key device in improving and developing society and bringing about change for individuals, groups and communities. Professional management and leadership in this field are essential to ensure that the maximum benefits are realised from sport activities, whether for commercial pursuits, competition, lifestyle or social development. This course provides a blend of critical management theory with an understanding of sport development and leadership in a range of contexts.
This course is taught by the University’s Chester Business School @ Warrington and the Department of Sport and Community Engagement located on Warrington Campus.
At Warrington Campus we have great connections to sporting organisations, including the Warrington Wolves Rugby League club, who train on site.
What will I learn? The MSc will improve your knowledge and understanding of core disciplines, concepts, ideas and theories of business and management within a sportrelated organisation. The course also covers sports development and management, as well as understanding/implementing behaviour change. This will enable you to develop a high-performing workforce and provide you the opportunity to engage with up-to-date sport and physical activity strategies.
You will have access to contemporary practical IT suites located on Warrington Campus, including 24/7 access to the onsite library. The course is assessed through a mixture of project work, written presentations and a research report. For a full-time student, there are ten to 12 contact hours per week via lectures, seminars, tutorials and tutor surgery sessions, and you will be expected to undertake a similar number of hours of private study per week. Contact hours for part-time students will be on a pro-rata basis.
Entry Requirements A first degree in a complementary area, usually 2:2 honours or above, and/or suitable work experience, is required. Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of proficiency to IELTS 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in each band or equivalent.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940
For information about Work Based and Integrative Studies (WBIS), please see page 302 or go to: www.chester.ac.uk/pg/wbis
International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) / Doctor of Professional Studies (DProf ) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/dba and www.chester.ac.uk/dr-professional-studies Queen’s Park Campus, Chester. The course may also involve travel to Riverside Campus or Parkgate Road Campus, Chester.
Part-time only: Candidates will normally be expected to complete the course within 4 years.
Faculty of Business and Management
February 2021
DBA, DProf
Innovative research solutions are now required to tackle the complex and challenging circumstances facing organisations and communities. Our DProf and DBA candidates positively engage with these challenges and utilise research to drive change. Our aspiration is to develop confident practitioner-researchers who can inspire strategic change and contribute to wider debates. Why study the DBA or DProf with us?
The Learning Experience
Key benefits of researching with us: • We use innovative and whole person approaches aligned to international benchmarks (e.g. Vitae, Economic and Social Research Council). • You will join a growing researcher community with student satisfaction above the national average (Higher Education Academy Postgraduate Research Experience Survey). • You will network with researchers recognised as creating World Leading research (2014 Research Excellence Framework). • You can fast track your doctoral journey by getting recognition for your previous Master’s-level achievements. • You will be able to target strategic workplace issues and challenges for organisational and even sectorial change and benefit.
Our doctoral candidates combine a range of intensive developmental activities at our Queen’s Park Campus with high-level independent selfdirected study.
What will I learn? Our researchers engage with the Researcher and Research Development module to build advanced but foundational expertise before undertaking a major research project. Our doctoral candidates focus on a range of themes which normally build on and extend a field developed during their MA/MSc/MBA.
Throughout their research journey, our doctoral candidates will be expected to engage in group workshops, practical sessions, and a range of research events including research and diversity festivals. In the first year, there will be ten research springboard workshops. After the first year, participants are typically expected to engage with their supervisory team on a monthly basis.
Entry Requirements To apply, you will typically: 1. Be in a position to influence organisational, sectoral or national policy; and 2. Have an honours degree and a recognised Master’s degree (e.g. an MBA for the DBA); and 3. Have a minimum of five years’ experience of substantial responsibility and influence; and 4. Be able to demonstrate advanced writing skills and a commitment to continuing professional development.
It is expected that candidates apply for the Accreditation of Prior Certificated Learning for the first stage of the doctoral course, e.g. with an MA/MSc/MBA related to the expected area of research. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: £4,348 per annum International students: Please contact the University for part-time international fees information. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Who is this course for? Our DBA and DProf are designed for professionals seeking to develop practice knowledge and drive research-informed change.
Research Groups
Business Research Institute and China Centre
Business and Management
The Business Research Institute (BRI) and China Centre (CC) is an award-winning University research institute and centre. Our staff have substantial publishing and PhD supervisory experience and are internationally recognised as leaders in their field. We can supervise a limited number of high-quality students to doctoral level.
Our growing research community in the Faculty of Business and Management focuses on tackling internationally significant, practical challenges experienced by organisations and professionals across a range of sectors. Our aim is to develop practitioner-researchers who inspire and inform strategic change and contribute to international scholarship.
Our Expertise
Our Expertise
Our research focuses on serving our regional and international business communities and is practically oriented to aid competitiveness and sustainability. Our team publish widely in world-leading academic journals – including Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice; British Journal of Management; European Journal of Marketing; Journal of Public Affairs; and International Small Business Journal – and have written over 30 books.
The Faculty of Business and Management research expertise focuses around a number of core themes including: workplace/management learning and education; tourism and destination development and management; corporate communications, public relations and public affairs; marketing communications and brand management; business ethics and corporate governance; well-being and resilience at work; and enterprise.
We are well connected to both academic researchers and industry, which in turn helps shape our research interests. Our research output is disseminated through journal articles, books, industry reports, conferences, and specialised workshops. We annually host several conferences and seminars, including the Strategic Business Think Tank, The Chester Forum, which has covered topics such as sustainability, UK-China Silk Road development, Entrepreneurship, Innovation in Manufacturing and Export Businesses. We also give advice to Government on economic competitiveness, especially that relating to small and medium-sized businesses and China.
How We Will Support You At the BRI and CC we have a vibrant, engaging and supportive doctoral community. All our doctoral students are supervised individually by their supervisory team. In addition, doctoral students are expected to engage in interactive workshops and training programmes within and outside the University. This includes attending doctoral workshops; disseminating research output in seminars; and presenting in national and international conferences. Our main research interests currently include: entrepreneurship and small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) development; corporate and personal reputation; corporate social responsibility; political marketing; public affairs and lobbying; ethnic minority and immigrant entrepreneurship; leadership and management; family business succession and development; Chinese entrepreneurship; entrepreneurship education and entrepreneurial learning; entrepreneurial capital; entrepreneurial finance; political risk; and female entrepreneurship.
How We Will Support You The Faculty of Business and Management’s Researcher Development Hub provides innovative opportunities to engage with the following: • Group-based research workshops, including advanced and cutting-edge methodological training, and training for high-impact engagement • Interdisciplinary seminars and conferences • Commissioned research teams • Joint writing of publications (such as books, articles, other media) • Opportunities, through the above, to network with international researchers and professional bodies. You can join our community through a variety of courses: • Doctor of Professional Studies (DProf – Professional Doctorate) • Doctor of Business Administration (DBA – Professional Doctorate) • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) We welcome applications from accomplished senior professionals who can join us in our mission to change practice at high levels. Further information: Professor Tony Wall Email: t.wall@chester.ac.uk
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Chemistry and Physics Discover how to develop your technological and laboratory skills whilst exploring many of today’s real-life scientific and technological challenges.
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Chemistry and Physics Why Study? The Department of Physical Sciences focuses on work within the strategic research areas of Thornton Science Park, including energy, environment and new materials. Studying the physics and chemistry of the world around us, we aim to provide students with professional skills and a unique educational experience to help them to develop the potential they need to become leaders in their scientific areas.
Campus and Facilities
Research Active Staff
You will be based at Thornton Science Park, where you will benefit from modern physics, chemistry and biotechnology laboratories, an extensive suite of materials preparation and characterisation techniques including AFM, XPS, XRD, SEM/TEM, and a modern chemical analysis facility. You will also have access to professional computer modelling software, the Faculty’s High Performance Computing cluster, and a range of prototyping facilities including laser machining and 3D printing.
The diversity of our research in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry and Biotechnology is reflected in scientific articles published in high-impact journals, research visits in the UK and abroad as well as collaboration with industrial partners across a range of disciplines. Our academic vision reflects our strategy to achieve excellence in research in order to keep within the UK’s research base and contribute to frontier research, promoting industrial partnerships and catalysing innovation.
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Applied Science (MRes) – Science and Engineering pathway www.chester.ac.uk/pg/applied-science-mres-science-engineering Thornton Science Park
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Physical Sciences, Faculty of Science and Engineering
October 2020
MRes
This Master’s-level course will give you the opportunity to develop your research skills and expertise in an extended project in the physical or engineering sciences. You will carry out your project alongside a research-active member of our academic staff, and your project will be complemented by subject-specific taught material. Why study the Applied Science (MRes) – Science and Engineering pathway with us?
• the development of novel anti-cancer drugs • laser-based surface treatment and engineering technologies.
Thornton Science Park is a unique research environment that blends industry and academia, giving you the opportunity to meet and collaborate with researchers across our science and engineering disciplines and in the companies that are co-located with us.
This is not an exhaustive list. For further details, please see our website at: www.chester.ac.uk/physical-sciences/research
The Learning Experience
The Faculty has active research groups in many areas covering the broad themes of energy, materials, chemistry, manufacturing and the environment, among others.
You will begin your studies with two taught modules that aim to equip you with subject-specific research skills. The remainder of your course will focus on your chosen research project.
Your project will contribute to the development of knowledge in your specialist field, and you will have the benefit of being able to access highquality laboratory instrumentation and facilities.
The taught modules will include a mixture of traditional lectures, IT workshops and tutorials. You will be assigned one or more supervisors for your research project, who will meet you regularly for tutorials to provide academic guidance and support.
What will I learn? Examples of our current areas of research include: • modelling of advanced materials for photovoltaics • development of novel materials for environmental remediation • exploration of the THz region of the electromagnetic spectrum • the electrochemical basis of novel fuel cells and storage batteries • sensor technologies • atmospheric and indoor air chemistry
Home/EU students: Full-time: £4,406 per annum Part-time: £2,203 per annum A bench fee of £2,000 will be payable to cover the cost of consumables and specialist materials and equipment.
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Entry Requirements The normal entry requirement is for a minimum 2:1 honours degree in an appropriate physical science or engineering subject. A 2:2 honours degree may be accepted where suitable relevant professional or other experience can be taken into account.
International students: Classroom-based / Laboratory-based: Full-time: £13,031 / £16,786 per annum Part-time: £6,516 / £8,393 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
Research Group
Physical and Chemical Sciences
Research in the Physical and Chemical Sciences takes place in the Department of Physical Sciences, where we enjoy excellent facilities and a vibrant multidisciplinary research environment. Staff are research active and welcome enquiries from motivated students wishing to pursue a research degree. Our Expertise
How We Will Support You
Our current research themes are interdisciplinary and cross the boundaries of traditional subject areas. They include but are not limited to: novel energy materials and systems; surface modification and biocompatibility; the chemistry of air; theory and modelling of organic optoelectronic materials and devices; development of novel compounds for cancer treatment; structure-property relationships in novel layered materials; and synthesis and characterisation of new inorganic and inorganic/organic composite materials.
As a postgraduate student in the physical sciences, you will benefit from a mutually supportive and collegiate atmosphere, and will be encouraged to share ideas either formally in presentations or informally. Our academic staff are friendly and approachable, and will always be willing to develop and consider new ideas and initiatives. Our in-house research seminars are lively and engaging, and you will be encouraged to take part.
Our staff are at or near the forefront of their fields, and enjoy inspiring the next generation of researchers. We network extensively with external academic and industrial collaborators, and are keen to extend our reach and impact. For more details, see our research pages at: www.chester.ac.uk/physical-sciences/research
Research in the physical and chemical sciences is based at Thornton Science Park. Here, the Faculty of Science and Engineering operates high-quality laboratory facilities that include: chemistry; materials characterisation including electron microscopy, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and X-ray diffraction; high performance computing; atmospheric chemistry; and organic synthesis. Specialist technical staff will be on hand to support and develop your research expertise, and you will have access to training as needed. Further information: Professor Graham Smith Email: graham.smith@chester.ac.uk
As a postgraduate student in the physical sciences, you will benefit from a mutually supportive and collegiate atmosphere, and will be encouraged to share ideas either formally in presentations or informally. Our academic staff are friendly and approachable, and will always be willing to develop and consider new ideas and initiatives.
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Computer Science Enjoy excellent facilities, whilst exploring the opportunity to work with organisations based at our Thornton Science Park.
Student Profile
“The decision to undertake postgraduate studies stemmed from my experience of 11 years within the Armed Forces. Cybersecurity is fundamental within secure roles, and imperative to protect from unknown threats. My passion surrounding cybersecurity is due to the ever changing IT industry. I am enjoying the challenges this course is providing. The skills I am learning are assisting me in my current role, and allowing myself confidence to perform to my best ability.� Lance Neilson MSc Cybersecurity (Conversion)
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Computer Science Why Study?
Campus and Facilities
Research Active Staff
Our courses aim to provide both theory and real-world expertise. Alongside our dedicated staff, guest lecturers, industrial experts and mentors contribute to teaching, including at our annual Computer Science Student Conference. Our courses also have a strong focus on employability, merging academic disciplines with practical technical skills. We work closely with industry to ensure we equip our students with the skills employers are seeking.
You will be based within the Department of Computer Science, Electronics and Electrical Engineering at Thornton Science Park. As both a thriving business hub and academic centre, this innovative setting includes high-specification computer facilities featuring industry-standard engineering, design and development software, Windows and Mac computer suites, virtualisation facilities and the on-site Sutton Library.
Our research work focuses on visualisation, interaction and graphics; medical graphics; cybersecurity; and discrete optimisation, and our staff aim to actively contribute to the development and understanding of how information and communication technology can be exploited. Staff within the Department also provide consultancy and guidance to employers on ICT-related issues, particularly via the Informatics Centre – the Department’s own software development centre.
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Advanced Computer Science www.chester.ac.uk/pg/advanced-computer-science Thornton Science Park
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Computer Science, Electronics and Electrical Engineering, Faculty of Science and Engineering
October 2020 / February 2021 / May 2021
MSc
The field of computer science has produced some of the most significant advances in modern technology over the last three decades and radically transformed business and industry practices on a global scale. There is a profound need for postgraduate-level practitioners in this discipline. Why study Advanced Computer Science with us? Our course focuses on the Department of Computer Science, Electronics and Electrical Engineering’s strengths, providing a cutting-edge curriculum in medical graphics, data visualisation, cybersecurity, discrete optimisation and image processing, in addition to core computer science topics such as algorithm design.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience The course will be delivered at our modern facilities at Thornton Science Park, which include a VR laboratory, high performance computing facility and cybersecurity laboratories.
There is also a monthly seminar programme in which leading experts present recent findings and introduce contemporary developments in the above and other areas.
You will be taught using a mixture of lectures, workshops, seminars and case studies. Assessment takes place using roughly 30% exams and 70% coursework, although the precise ratio depends on module choices.
The Department’s commitment to part-time, evening delivery (as an additional alternative to full-time delivery) is particularly attractive to those in employment wishing to gain a postgraduate qualification. This provision is rare among competing institutions and one that has been successfully delivered at Chester for many years.
Entry Requirements
What will I learn? The course has a core theme addressing advanced issues in software and algorithmic development, which will equip you to deal with complex problems using a wide range of contemporary techniques. Additionally, the development of a rigorous approach to research and original enquiry will be fostered in our Research Methods and Research Dissertation modules. Optional modules cover a range of applied topics where the Department has expertise, including data visualisation, virtual reality, computer vision and cybersecurity.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £745 Full course fee: £6,705 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Students are normally required to have a 2:1 honours degree or above in a computer science related discipline. It is also required that any student wishing to enrol on this course must have gained at least 20 credits of programming modules at Level 5 or above.
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Cybersecurity (Conversion) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/cybersecurity Thornton Science Park
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Computer Science, Electronics and Electrical Engineering, Faculty of Science and Engineering
Full-time: October 2020, Part-time: October 2020 (recommended) / January 2021 / April 2021
MSc
Our Cybersecurity (Conversion) Master’s degree is aimed at both engineering and non-engineering students who wish to make the leap into the rapidly expanding field of cybersecurity. The course aims to provide both theory and real-world practical skills and expertise to an advanced level in the emerging field of cybersecurity. Why study Cybersecurity (Conversion) with us? The Cybersecurity Facility is part of the Department of Computer Science, Electronics and Electrical Engineering, which was originally established as the Department of Computer Science in 1985 and is an innovative, forwardthinking Department.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience This course is taught at Thornton Science Park, and comprises six 20-credit modules and a 60-credit supervised research module.
The course is taught by experts in the field with years of expertise in industry, and has close links with industry, government, and the police. The course is taught at Thornton Science Park, which offers an excellent learning environment with dedicated specialist resources, including virtualisation facilities and an isolated cybersecurity lab for specialist workshops to take place.
The core modules comprise workshops of three hours of face time, each across ten weeks. You can expect a normal workload of 55-60 hours’ study and practice per week. In addition to this, you will have your own Personal Academic Tutor.
The Department is also home to the Informatics Centre, a software development team where students can gain experience of commercial projects.
Entry Requirements
What will I learn?
The majority of work will be assessed by coursework.
As a conversion Master’s degree, this course has a wider admission than would normally be expected. A good honours degree (normally 2:1 or above) in a science, maths, engineering, or cognitive field would be expected, or one where the applicant can show technical discipline.
Our course offers you an intensive introduction at Master’s level into the cybersecurity field. The course has an emphasis on real-world practice as well as supporting theory, to develop towards an expertise in digital forensics and penetration testing, software exploitation and system protection methods, as well as cybersecurity and business. You will also have chance to perform novel and innovative research in the academic field with help and guidance from a supervisor.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £830 Full course fee: £7,470 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Applied Science (MRes) – Computer Science pathway www.chester.ac.uk/pg/applied-science-mres-computer Thornton Science Park
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Computer Science, Electronics and Electrical Engineering, Faculty of Science and Engineering
October 2020
MRes
This course is research focused, giving you the opportunity to work on a substantial programme of research with members of the Computer Science Research Group, which has expertise in medical graphics, visualisation, cybersecurity and discrete optimisation. Why study the Applied Science (MRes) – Computer Science pathway with us? Thornton Science Park is a unique research environment that blends industry and academia, giving you the opportunity to meet and collaborate with researchers across science and engineering disciplines. You will have the chance to work on live research projects and ideas, which contribute to the wider scientific and mathematical community.
What will I learn? Our current areas of research include: • visualisation, which explores the development, application and evaluation of interactive technologies in various domains; • medical graphics, which investigates the synergy between computer science and medical practice; • cybersecurity, which looks at software and system protection methods; • discrete optimisation, which focuses on the development of mathematical modelling, and metaheuristic and hybrid approaches to NP-hard problems. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Full-time: £4,406 per annum Part-time: £2,203 per annum International students: Classroom-based / Laboratory-based: Full-time: £13,031 / £16,786 per annum Part-time: £6,516 / £8,393 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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The Learning Experience You will begin your studies with two taught modules that aim to equip you with subject-specific research skills. The remainder of your course will focus on your chosen research project. The taught modules will include a mixture of traditional lectures, IT workshops and tutorials. You will be assigned one or more supervisors for your research project, who will meet you regularly for tutorials to provide academic guidance and support.
Entry Requirements Students would be expected to possess at least a 2:1 honours degree in Computer Science or a closely related discipline. In addition, students can expect to be interviewed before a final decision is taken on whether or not an offer of a place is made.
Research Group
Computer Science
The computer science research work of the Department of Computer Science, Electronics and Electrical Engineering focuses on specific aspects within four areas – visualisation, interaction and graphics; medical graphics; cybersecurity; and discrete optimisation – and is increasingly directed towards application in a practical context. We welcome research applications for MPhil, MRes and PhD degrees. Our Expertise
How We Will Support You
Our staff’s particular areas of expertise include: medical simulation, virtual environments and computer graphics; agent technologies; emergent behaviour; virtual worlds; heritage computing; the practical application of artificial intelligence techniques; e-commerce; social networks; project conceptualisation and practitioner development including design sprints; the application of e-learning techniques; cloud computing; and mobile devices and their deployment.
We have opportunities for you to join one of our research teams as a PhD student.
We have expertise in the following four areas: Visualisation, Interaction and Graphics – we explore the development, application and evaluation of interactive technologies in various domains, such as heritage, social sciences, engineering, education, art and entertainment. Medical Graphics – we investigate the synergy between computer science and medical practice. We are particularly interested in bringing together novel techniques and technologies in graphics, visualisation and humancomputer interaction in medical settings, including the use of virtual and augmented reality. In 2019 the group were named amongst the Nation’s Lifesavers – the top 100 individuals or groups based in universities whose work is saving lives and making a life-changing difference to our health and wellbeing. Cybersecurity – we have interests in software and system protection methods, including in hypervisors and virtualisation, containers, firmware exploitation, low-level system and firmware monitors, and underpinning intelligent or autonomic intrusion detection systems. Discrete Optimisation – we focus on the development of mathematical modelling, and metaheuristic and hybrid approaches to NP-hard problems. Applications currently include the structural optimisation of optical fibre networks, virtual backbones in wireless networks, and combined packing and routing challenges in logistics.
The goals of our Computer Science and Cybersecurity courses are such that they derive most benefit from applied research, and we therefore encourage our academic staff to actively contribute to the development and understanding of how information and communication technology can be exploited. The Department offers specialist computer laboratories at Thornton Science Park, with modern equipment available for research use. Our ‘Holodeck’ contains the latest devices for using virtual and augmented reality. You will also participate in the Department’s regular seminar series, and be encouraged to submit papers to international conferences and journals. Our staff also provide consultancy and guidance to employers on ICT-related issues, particularly via the Informatics Centre (www. informaticscentre.co.uk). Further information: Professor Nigel John Email: nigel.john@chester.ac.uk
Our research active staff are leaders in their fields and we are equipped with the latest computer technologies. We welcome research students to join our expanding team.
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Education and Childhood Studies Alongside our teacher training courses, we deliver specialist education courses for students who are interested in developing their skills and understanding in the field of education. Student Profile
“I chose to undertake the course because I was recently promoted to Assistant Headteacher, and wanted to develop my knowledge around leadership in education to enhance my practice and my confidence as a Senior Leader.�
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Education and Childhood Studies Why Study? The Faculty of Education and Children’s Services was rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted in 2016. We offer courses aimed at developing your understanding of working with children and young people, the academic study of education or the practice of teaching. Employability is central to our courses, and we provide both theory and realworld expertise. Many of our courses also offer placements in educational environments or opportunities to work with your current employment.
Campus and Facilities
Research Active Staff
Courses are available at Riverside Campus, Chester, our Warrington Campus or University Centre Shrewsbury. Riverside Campus houses a specialist library collection for the Faculty along with high-quality teaching rooms, a lecture theatre and several IT laboratories. Our Warrington Campus provides a close-knit, supportive atmosphere on the outskirts of the thriving town. University Centre Shrewsbury offers a personalised and engaging education within newly renovated facilities.
Our researchers are from a variety of education-related backgrounds and aim to create an environment that not only seeks to push the boundaries of existing knowledge but of data-collection methods themselves. We strive for a high level of quality throughout all aspects of our research, while developing a widespread international profile. Our work covers the themes of Creativity, Marginalisation, Leadership and Management, Educational Practice, and Early Years.
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Anglican Church Schools Studies www.chester.ac.uk/pg/anglican Riverside Campus, Chester
Part-time: 1 year
Department of Academic and Professional Programmes, Faculty of Education and Children’s Services
September 2020 / January 2021 / April 2021
Church Universities’ Certificate (Postgraduate)
Our course aims to provide you with the understanding and skills that are relevant for working in an Anglican School. You will explore the link between theory, policy and practice in Church Schools education. The Level 7 Certificate also provides a pathway into MA or MEd provision at the University of Chester. Why study Anglican Church Schools Studies with us? This course sits within a Faculty awarded ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted for Primary Teacher Education in 2016.
Please note that those who have completed the study of Level 4 modules will not be able to study for the Level 7 modules in the future. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The tutors that support the course are experts in their field. They provide a rich and varied wealth of experience and subject knowledge that enhances the student experience through University sessions and personal tuition. The course has been developed in consultation with the Diocese of Chester.
The Learning Experience
In each module there is the opportunity to study different aspects of Church Schools, which will give you the opportunity to develop the employability skills necessary for working in a Church School.
You will benefit from varied learning environments such as lectures, seminars, tutorials and online learning. There will also be opportunities to work in small groups and as individuals with a personal tutor.
What will I learn?
You will be working with expert tutors for one Saturday per term, and this will be complemented by online learning, support and individual tutorials. You will be assessed via a wide range of assessment types, such as presentations and essays.
Module 1 explores the nature and history of Church Schools, their underlying ethos and what is meant by Christian distinctiveness. It aims to develop your understanding of Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMs) and their impact on teaching and leadership in the Church School. Module 2 explores the teaching of Religious Education in Church Schools. The underlying pedagogy and how it can meet the needs of the community and also strengthen the school’s focus on values. The specific question of how to approach world religions will be a central part of this module. Module 3 explores Christian theology to enable the other modules, and your practice, to be underpinned by a greater understanding of the central aspects of Christianity.
Home/EU students: Please see: www.chester.ac.uk/fees-per-module Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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The course will be delivered at Riverside Campus, Chester, utilising specialist facilities to enhance the student experience.
Entry Requirements Usually an honours degree of 2:1 or above is required.
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Autism Spectrum Condition www.chester.ac.uk/pg/autism-spectrum-condition University of Chester campuses, and educational and professional settings Department of Academic and Professional Programmes, Faculty of Education and Children’s Services
Part-time: 3 years (MA), 2 years (Postgraduate Diploma), 1 year (Postgraduate Certificate) October 2020
MA, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
By the end of this course, you will have engaged with policy and practice and demonstrated informed perspectives about Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) in educational settings. You will have developed key knowledge, understanding and skills around theoretical ideas and frameworks for supporting and managing those with ASC. Why study Autism Spectrum Condition with us?
The Learning Experience
You will study all aspects of ASC, particularly as it relates to educational context, and gain an in-depth perspective of autism theory, research and practice.
The course is taught though a mixture of lectures, workshops and seminars. There may also be an opportunity for a short placement in a specialist school for those with ASC.
You will have opportunities to explore and discuss current educational developments in relation to the needs of children, young people and adults with ASC, which will help you to develop your existing professional practice.
You will be assessed through a mixture of coursework, written assignments, presentations and critical commentaries. The final 60 credits are through a dissertation.
We will encourage you to develop knowledge and skills which will enable you to reflect critically on current practice. You will also make informed assessments of the implications of research both nationally and internationally on professional practice.
Entry Requirements
What will I learn? Key knowledge areas are a firm grasp of autism as a condition and a systematic knowledge of the core areas of difference. In addition, on this applied course, you will gain an understanding of the ways in which autism affects individuals in terms of their education, their support needs and the wider community.
This course is open to both graduates and non-graduates who can demonstrate professional experience, although applicants will normally be graduates with a 2:2 honours degree or above. Non-graduates will be invited for interview. Applicants will normally be working in, or aspiring to, a role in an SEN context, or wishing to acquire specialist knowledge and skills.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students: Please contact the University for part-time international fees information. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Coaching and Mentoring www.chester.ac.uk/pg/coaching-and-mentoring Riverside Campus, Chester, and educational and professional settings
Part-time: 1 year
Department of Academic and Professional Programmes, Faculty of Education and Children’s Services
October 2020 / January 2021
Postgraduate Certificate, and Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Coaching and Mentoring Level 7 award
Coaching and mentoring plays an important role in supporting and developing participants in all aspects of their working and everyday lives. The Postgraduate Certificate is designed to provide individuals working in a wide range of working environments with the opportunity to investigate and develop/enhance their coaching and mentoring skills. Why study Coaching and Mentoring with us?
The Learning Experience
Our course combines both the theoretical and practical aspects of coaching and mentoring in professional settings. The course offers a stimulating yet enjoyable approach to coaching and mentoring, regardless of your previous knowledge. Delivery will be by practitioners who are using these approaches in their daily work.
The course will be taught twice termly at Weekend School (Friday evening and Saturday all day) at the University’s Riverside Campus in Chester.
If you engage in the course you will: • develop your critical thinking skills and become a reflective practitioner • be able to articulate informed opinions with confidence • become aware of theoretical frameworks and current political agendas • become confident in the use of coaching and mentoring strategies.
What will I learn? You will complete a series of modules designed to develop your understanding of coaching and mentoring. These include modules on the principles and practices of coaching and mentoring, developing knowledge through practice, and how to coordinate coaching and mentoring at organisational level. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £1,980 Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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You will benefit from experienced tutors with practical experience in a range of education settings. This is supported by a range of printed and electronic resources. Our module assessments are designed to focus on your own professional practice and development. Assessment formats include essays, portfolios of your own learning with critical commentaries, academic posters, and research-based projects. There are 18 contact hours and 182 hours’ independent study, i.e. 200 hours in total.
Entry Requirements Applicants will work in a range of work environments. The minimum entry requirement is usually a 2:2 honours degree plus relevant experience. Candidates without these qualifications will be invited to attend an interview to ensure their suitability for the course.
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Creative Practices in Education www.chester.ac.uk/pg/creative-practices-in-education Riverside Campus, Chester Department of Academic and Professional Programmes, Faculty of Education and Children’s Services
Full-time: 14-15 months (MA), Part-time: 3 years (MA), 2 years (Postgraduate Diploma), 1 year (Postgraduate Certificate) October 2020
MA, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
This is an advanced degree course for graduates and professionals who want to develop or enhance their skills and knowledge as a creative worker within a professional context. The course is aimed at professionals working in education, libraries, museums, galleries, the arts, health, culture, justice, business, heritage and sports coaching. Why study Creative Practices in Education with us?
The Learning Experience
Having a direct link between practice and theory between the arts, education and the professions is an innovative element of the course. Staffing is combined across academic faculties, providing you with the opportunity to enhance your subject knowledge. The interdisciplinary elements of the course will allow you to draw on expertise in participatory drama and performance, fine art, dance, music, sport and PE and organisational learning within a professional context.
Workshops, seminars, lectures and specialist facilities across our faculties encourage the exploration of ideas, in a wide variety of practice-based disciplines. Modules focus on the professional and theoretical contexts of process and/or performance of: drama, fine art, dance, music, and sport and PE, including research methods.
We also host a module at the Tate Liverpool (www.tate.org.uk/visit/tateliverpool) and Storyhouse (www.storyhouse.com) in Chester.
Assessment is via a combination of practical and written assessments. Assessment methods across the MA have been selected to enable you to develop your knowledge and skills of creative professional practice using an appropriate critical and analytical framework.
What will I learn?
Entry Requirements
You will have the opportunity to pursue practical individual projects, studying the creative process and how work might be documented for dissemination and use in future professional contexts. This may include artistic practice, but also artful inquiry, encouraging investigation and research into an emerging field of work and study.
We would expect students to have a 2:2 honours degree within a creative or cogent subject or a degree and experience of working in a creative or educational setting. However, students who do not have a degree but have experience in the area will be interviewed and assessed on their ability. For students with English as an additional language, IELTS 6.5 is a prerequisite.
Your creative practice would not be limited to traditional arts subjects – for example, a humanities teacher or rugby coach could enhance their practice through creative engagement. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum (MA) Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Developing Services for Children, Young People and Families (WBIS) (Shrewsbury)* www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk/pg/developing-services-children University Centre Shrewsbury
Part-time: 2-6 years
MA, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
October 2020 / January 2021
This course provides a stimulating learning and development opportunity for managers and leaders at all levels. Whether holding a senior, middle or lower management position, it will help advance your expertise, and develop an academic approach to learning. You will engage in work-based research, supporting the development of your organisation. Why study Developing Services for Children, Young People and Families (WBIS) with us? Our Work Based and Integrative Studies (WBIS) course will enable you to learn alongside your work and personal commitments. Using the workplace as your starting point will provide opportunities for learning ‘on the job’. Assessment tasks always have a work-related element to them, and you may be able to negotiate the focus in light of your own interests and responsibilities. Learning alongside others in a similar situation will help you to develop support networks, and experienced tutors will provide support throughout your own learning journey. Attendance is usually required on approximately six Friday evenings and Saturday mornings per year. In addition, individual and small group support sessions are available with tutors either online or face-to-face. Online and physical resources and guidance are integral to the course; this includes access to library sources and academic study skills support. While the course can be completed in three years, there is flexibility that allows for a shorter or longer time to be taken. Some students may be able to submit evidence for Accreditation for Prior Learning (APL).
The Learning Experience The course combines a range of teaching and learning methods, including taught sessions, individual and group tutorials, and online and remote support. Taught modules will usually occur on Friday evenings and Saturdays across the year. Tutorial time will be negotiated with individual tutors, and you will be required to allocate regular time to support your studies. All assessment is through coursework. Examples include portfolios, reports, literature and reflective reviews, and professional commentaries.
Entry Requirements Most applicants will have an honours degree and have current relevant experience of working in services for children, young people and families, with some responsibility for decision-making and supervising/managing colleagues. On occasion, applicants operating at a high, strategic level but who do not possess an honours degree may be assessed on their suitability for Master’s-level study.
What will I learn? You will combine subject-specific modules with the opportunity to choose topics pertinent to your working context, concerns and interests. You will learn about change management, creative problem solving, and managing your own research studies.
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For a full list of modules, visit: www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Please see: www.chester.ac.uk/fees-per-module International students: Please contact the University for part-time international fees information. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Dyscalculia Research and Practice www.chester.ac.uk/pg/dyscalcula-research-practice
Riverside Campus, Chester Department of Academic and Professional Programmes, Faculty of Education and Children’s Services
Part-time: 3 years (MA), 2 years (Postgraduate Diploma), 1 year (Postgraduate Certificate) October 2020
MA, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
This course aims to cover the practical teaching aspect of those with numeracy difficulties and dyscalculia to enable you to act as a ‘Specialist Teacher’ delivering and evaluating multi-sensory, structured and cumulative numeracy programmes. This will be underpinned by theoretical aspects to support a critical understanding of key research and current debate. Why study Dyscalculia Research and Practice with us?
The Learning Experience
We are a key provider in the field of specific learning difficulties. The University of Chester is also a centre of excellence for research around maths teaching, and the combination of these two strands of knowledge and experience make this an ideal course for us. The Postgraduate Certificate was introduced, by us, in 2017 as a trial and it has proved so successful we are now able to widen participation.
You will be expected to attend 5pm – 7pm on Fridays and 9.30am – 4pm on Saturdays, six times a year: three times in the Autumn term, two times in the Spring, and one time, plus tutorials, in the summer term. These will comprise lectures, group sessions, workshops and tutorial support.
The Postgraduate Diploma and MA were introduced in 2019. The University of Chester is the first provider to deliver this course nationally.
What will I learn? The course will explore the nature of dyscalculia and other maths-related learning difficulties. This begins with models of ‘normal development’ and leads onto an examination of the key attributes of those with dyscalculia and maths-related difficulties and how best to support these learners through practical methods. It also looks at how such learners can be identified including the role of ICT screeners, observation and informal assessment of need.
Teaching presentations and course materials are downloadable from the University’s Moodle site. You will be expected to independently follow up reading and commit to individual study (about six hours per week – though this will vary). Assessment is through case studies, essays, and a portfolio related to your practice.
Entry Requirements At least two years’ experience of working with learners experiencing difficulties with maths/numbers is required. A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree is preferable, and experience is important.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students: Please contact the University for part-time international fees information. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Dyslexia Research and Practice www.chester.ac.uk/pg/madrp Riverside Campus, Chester Department of Academic and Professional Programmes, Faculty of Education and Children’s Services
Part-time: 3 years (MA), 2 years (Postgraduate Diploma), 1 year (Postgraduate Certificate) October 2020
MA, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
This course aims to provide you with the professional attributes to make a real difference to children, young people and adults with specific learning differences (dyslexia). You will have the opportunity to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to act as a specialist teacher and/or assessor for dyslexia in line with BDA requirements. Why study Dyslexia Research and Practice with us? Our courses allow study for the ATS/APS or AMBDA for either Schools or FE/HE, making it suitable for those who need the relevant qualifications to be Non-Medical Helpers in HE, plus those working in FE. We have also introduced the ATS/APS Dyscalculia/Numeracy course for those who wish to specialise in dyslexia/SpLD and maths difficulties.
The Postgraduate Diploma covers the skills necessary to assess for dyslexia, plus Access Arrangements (AMBDA). The MA will then allow you to research an area of interest within dyslexia or other SpLDs. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience
When learning to assess for the Postgraduate Diploma, we have copies of the main standardised tests which our students can borrow. The Postgraduate Certificate and Postgraduate Diploma are both at Level 7, giving the successful candidate 120 CAT points of the 180 needed for an MA, therefore putting an MA within reach alongside the BDA accreditation. On completion of the course, you will be eligible to apply to the British Dyslexia Association for: Associate Member of the British Dyslexia Association (AMBDA) — Schools or FE/HE; Approved Teacher Status of the British Dyslexia Association (ATS/BDA); Approved Practitioner Status of the British Dyslexia Association (APS/BDA) for Schools, FE/HE or Dyscalculia/Numeracy, depending on options chosen.
You will attend six face-to-face weekend schools each year, comprising lectures, group sessions and tutorial support.
What will I learn?
To apply you do not need to be a qualified teacher. You do need: • the support of your setting • to have been supporting/teaching for two years full time (or equivalent) by completion of the BDA accreditation awards • to have undergone a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check if appropriate • a minimum of a 2:2 honours, where a degree is held.
The Postgraduate Certificate will introduce you to the skills of informal assessment of learners and developing a bespoke programme to support them. It also covers the causal theories of dyslexia, implications of working memory deficit and use of assistive technologies (APS/ATS).
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students: Please contact the University for part-time international fees information. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Teaching presentations and course materials are downloadable from the University’s website. You will be expected to independently follow up reading and commit to individual study (about six hours per week – though this will vary). Assessment is through case studies, essays and a portfolio related to your practice.
Entry Requirements
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Early Childhood www.chester.ac.uk/pg/early-childhood Riverside Campus, Chester Department of Academic and Professional Programmes, Faculty of Education and Children’s Services
Part-time: 3 years (MA), 2 years (Postgraduate Diploma), 1 year (Postgraduate Certificate) October 2020 / January 2021 / May 2021
MA, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
Early childhood is a unique phase in the life of a child and, as such, requires a great deal of knowledge and expertise from those working in the sector. Our MA in Early Childhood aims to support you to develop an in-depth understanding of a wide range of topics related to early childhood. Why study Early Childhood with us?
The Learning Experience
Our MA in Early Childhood is designed to meet the interests of a wide range of participants from nurseries, schools, universities, colleges and local authorities, as well as professionals working with young children outside of education – for example in children’s services and health and social care. The common factor for all potential participants is the desire to develop their expertise in the field of early childhood.
The MA in Early Childhood is based at Riverside Campus. The course has been structured to integrate with the work patterns of busy professionals. You will use web-based materials, email and scanned resources, and will be supported with direct contact concentrated in six Saturday schools throughout the year.
The blend of students from different professional backgrounds enables discussion, debate and the sharing of experiences in a supportive and welcoming environment, facilitated by staff who are experts in the field of early childhood.
What will I learn? Our course is highly relevant to practice and to the exploration and development of professional work in a range of early childhood settings. The course will enable you to research key issues of personal interest in the field of early childhood.
We use a variety of assessment methods, including digital presentations, essays and critical reflections, which all enable you to apply the topics studied to your own area of personal interest.
Entry Requirements Applicants should normally hold a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of a 2:1 classification in an area broadly related to early childhood. Those with a degree in a different area but with significant experience of working in early childhood settings will also be considered, as will those holding a PGCE. Applicants with a 2:2 degree may also be considered if they can demonstrate, on application, their ability to work at Level 7.
We offer a wide range of modules, which cover topics such as child development, leadership and management, reflective practice and contemporary debates in early childhood. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students: Please contact the University for part-time international fees information. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Early Years Practice with Early Years Teacher Status www.chester.ac.uk/pg/eyts Riverside Campus, Chester Department of Initial Teacher Education, Faculty of Education and Children’s Services
Graduate Entry: Full-time: 1 year, Graduate Employment Based: Part-time: 1 year, Assessment Only: 3 months September 2020
Postgraduate Certificate in Early Years Practice with Early Years Teacher Status
This qualification is designed for highly qualified staff who will lead delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework in the early years sector. The University of Chester is an accredited provider and runs three routes to EYTS.
Why study Early Years Practice with Early Years Teacher Status with us? The Faculty of Education and Children’s Services at the University of Chester is both forward looking, preparing trainee teachers and the wider children’s workforce for the 21st century, and yet equally proud of its history and tradition. The Postgraduate Certificate in Early Years Practice with Early Years Teacher Status is an exciting course which provides a bespoke experience that will build upon your extensive practice and allow you to make personal, professional decisions in your continuing professional development. We offer three training routes: • Graduate Employment Based • Graduate Entry • Assessment Only
What will I learn? Our course aims to secure your professional and academic learning by promoting scholarship, cultivating original thinking, facilitating critical reflection, stimulating research and enquiry, and influencing impact and change. The course will allow you to use your subject knowledge and experience to contribute and impact positively on the holistic education of children in the 0-5 age range.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience University-based modules are held at Riverside Campus. We employ a range of approaches, including lectures, seminars, group work, directed tasks, independent research and individual and group tutorials. This interaction between tutors and students may be online or face to face. Assessment will be by a 4,000-word essay, an academic poster presentation, and a critically reflective portfolio providing evidence towards the Teachers’ Standards (Early Years). The assessed placement involves 120 days in an assessed early years setting, Reception Class and Key Stage 1.
Entry Requirements To apply, you need: • an honours degree comprising at least 360 credits at 2:2 or above • GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English, Mathematics and Science • a Disclosure and Barring Service check • to have passed Professional Skills tests in English and Mathematics • to have a successful interview at the University demonstrating a reflective approach to working with young children.
You will develop a critical understanding of appropriate pedagogical approaches to work with children and families in a diverse society.
Please contact pgcertandeyts@chester.ac.uk for fees details. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Course Accreditation: National College for Teaching and Leadership (for EYTS)
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Education in Society www.chester.ac.uk/pg/education-in-society Riverside Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Academic and Professional Programmes, Faculty of Education and Children’s Services
October 2020 / January 2021 / May 2021
MA
Assessing and understanding community needs to provide modes of delivery and educational content that improves life chances, is the structural and thematic rationale of our course. This perspective is developed in two related areas: nationally, motivated by the increasing independence of schools; and internationally, particularly in developing countries, motivated by globalisation. Why study Education in Society with us? This course will be delivered through blended learning, with each module designed and delivered by educational specialists. While this allows necessary variation between modules, in terms of specific assessment tasks and forms of knowledge, each blended learning module will have the following common characteristics: • A clear outline of the module content, form of delivery, and online content, including key research papers and assessment task • A guide to accessing module content • A variety of modes of content delivery, including digital materials, such as online seminars and video clips of documentaries • Routine online support from the module tutor.
What will I learn? The course draws most of its modules from those that already exist on other current education MA courses within the Faculty. Each of the courses from which the modules are drawn are led and taught by staff with national and international expertise.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience Teaching and assessment takes place in an exciting range of forms, which are designed to stimulate and best support your learning, and include podcasts, presentations, journals, interviews, written assignments, seminars and tutorials. You will be assessed through a palette of standardised assessment modes as determined by our module leaders.
Entry Requirements This course is open to graduates and non-graduates with professional experience. Non-graduates will be invited for interview. Applicants will normally be employed in the education sector or involved in work that may be considered broadly educational. It is possible for applicants who are not in work to undertake the course.
Modules from which to choose are varied and are taken from courses covering a range of disciplines, including: • Leadership and management • Early childhood • Inclusive practice, dyslexia and autism • Marginalisation
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Educational Leadership (Chester) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/educational-leadership Riverside Campus, Chester. Alternatively the course can run in a client setting where the group is a viable size.
Part-time: 3 years (MA), 2 years (Postgraduate Diploma), 1 year (Postgraduate Certificate)
Department of Academic and Professional Programmes, Faculty of Education and Children’s Services
October 2020 / January 2021
MA, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
Our MA in Educational Leadership is designed for leaders or aspiring leaders in all areas of education. The course will develop your professional knowledge in relation to your current context by building on the significant experience and expertise which you will bring to the course. Why study Educational Leadership with us? Our philosophy of learning links to professional practice, theories of leadership and work-based enquiry for improvement. Most importantly, it acknowledges work undertaken in the workplace. If you engage in the course you will: • develop your critical thinking skills and become a reflective practitioner • be able to articulate informed opinions with confidence • become a confident researcher who will be aware of theoretical frameworks and current political agendas • become a confident and effective leader. You can enter the course by making a claim for previous learning through the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) process and then undertake modules for the remainder of your course taking into account your setting and individual needs.
Teachers working in a faith-based context may take Leading Change in Faith Schools and gain a named award: Educational Leadership (Faith Schools). For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience Our course is taught twice termly on Saturdays from 9am until 4pm at Riverside Campus. Each module equates to approximately 200 hours of study. You will study one module per term, and you should factor these hours into your existing work. You will benefit from experienced tutors with recent relevant experience in a range of education settings. Assessments include: essays, portfolios of your own learning, academic posters and research-based projects. This course is assessed by 100% coursework, and the structure of the course means that you are only working on one assignment at any one time.
On successful completion of your MA in Educational Leadership you will also gain a CMI award in Strategic Leadership.
Entry Requirements
What will I learn?
Applicants will normally work in an educational environment, e.g. school, college, academy, local authority, free school or other educational setting.
You will complete a series of modules which you will be able to select in order to meet your needs and interests. The modules will develop your understanding of leadership and your ability to respond to the variety of leadership situations that you will find yourself in.
The minimum entry requirement is usually a 2:2 honours degree plus relevant experience. Candidates without these qualifications will be invited to attend an interview to ensure their suitability for the course.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students: Please contact the University for part-time international fees information. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Course Accreditation: Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
Education and Childhood Studies
Educational Leadership (Shrewsbury) www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk/pg/educational-leadership University Centre Shrewsbury
Part-time: 3 years (MA), 2 years (Postgraduate Diploma), 1 year (Postgraduate Certificate)
MA, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
October 2020 / January 2021
Our MA in Educational Leadership is designed for leaders or aspiring leaders in all areas of education. The course will develop your individual, professional knowledge in relation to your current context by building on the significant experience and expertise which you will bring to the course. Why study Educational Leadership with us? Our philosophy of learning links to professional practice, theories of leadership and work-based enquiry for improvement. Most importantly, it acknowledges work undertaken in the workplace. If you engage in the course you will: • develop your critical thinking skills and become a reflective practitioner • be able to articulate informed opinions with confidence • become a confident researcher who will be aware of theoretical frameworks and current political agendas • become a confident and effective leader. You can enter the course by making a claim for previous learning through the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) process and then undertake modules for the remainder of your course taking into account your setting and individual needs. On successful completion of your MA in Educational Leadership you will also gain a CMI award in Strategic Leadership.
What will I learn? You will complete a series of modules which you will be able to select in order to meet your needs and interests. The modules will develop your understanding of leadership and your ability to respond to the variety of leadership situations that you will find yourself in.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940
Teachers working in a faith-based context may take Leading Change in Faith Schools and gain a named award: Educational Leadership (Faith Schools). For a full list of modules, visit: www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk
The Learning Experience Our course is taught twice termly on Saturdays from 9am until 4pm. Each module equates to approximately 200 hours of study. You will study one module per term, and you should factor these hours into your existing work. You will benefit from experienced tutors with recent relevant experience in a range of education settings. Assessments include: essays, portfolios of your own learning, academic posters and research-based projects. This course is assessed by 100% coursework, and the structure of the course means that you are only working on one assignment at any one time.
Entry Requirements Applicants will normally work in an educational setting such as a school, academy, local authority, FE College or HE institution. The minimum entry requirement is normally a 2:2 honours degree. Applicants who have a degree and a teaching qualification such as a PGCE will not normally require an interview. Other candidates may be required to attend an interview. It is possible for applicants not in work to undertake the course through a combination of University Centre-based taught modules. The MA in Educational Leadership is open to both graduates and non-graduates with professional experience, although applicants will normally be graduates.
Course Accreditation: Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
International students: Please contact the University for part-time international fees information. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Educational Practice www.chester.ac.uk/pg/educational-practice Riverside Campus, Chester; and schools and educational settings (by negotiation)
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Academic and Professional Programmes, Faculty of Education and Children’s Services
October 2020 / January 2021 / May 2021
MA
This is a practice-focused qualification which aims to help teachers and other educational practitioners to extend their professional skills and abilities at Master’s level. It aims to develop a critical engagement with practice through systematic enquiry and engagement with research, literature, policy and curriculum frameworks. Why study Educational Practice with us?
The Learning Experience
Our course provides a progressive framework for the professional learning and career development of educational practitioners. It is suitable for both experienced practitioners as well as those at the beginning of their career.
Our course is taught twice termly at weekends at Riverside Campus, Chester, and at twilight seminars in schools (by negotiation).
During our course you will use your experiences as an educational professional to critically reflect on your own practice and develop confidence in sharing good practice and articulating new insights. Using our excellent research facilities, local, national and international perspectives will be brought into focus. This will help you to understand issues within the field of education, and will benefit your learners.
What will I learn? Modules cover all aspects of working in educational contexts, including topics such as teaching, learning and assessment; child and adolescent development; and curriculum development. You will have opportunities to assess up-to-date research findings and how they complement or challenge current approaches, as well as pursuing your own research, which will be fully supported. In addition to the generic pathway, the course offers subject specialist pathways in English, Mathematics and Science. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students: £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Delivery is through taught sessions which foster lively debate and deliberate and contest issues that are relevant and current. Online resources and individual tutorials with lecturers in your chosen field of study will support your learning and extend your knowledge and practice. Assessments focus on work-based products or processes that are part of your normal work and are integral to professional practice. Each module entails 200 hours of study, of which 20 are taught and 80 are self-directed.
Entry Requirements Minimum entry requirement is an honours degree. A recognised teaching qualification (QTS) and an honours degree will allow automatic entry. Other candidates will be asked to attend an interview.
Education and Childhood Studies
National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination (NASENCo) (Chester / Warrington)
www.chester.ac.uk/pg/nasenco Riverside Campus, Chester; Warrington Campus
Part-time: 1 year
Department of Academic and Professional Programmes, Faculty of Education and Children’s Services
October 2020 / January 2021
Postgraduate Certificate National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination
This course fulfils the training requirements of The Special Educational Needs Code of Practice (2015), which envisages that a SENCO will provide leadership and professional guidance to colleagues and work closely with staff/parents/carers. It promotes person-centred practice in which the needs of pupils are at the heart of everything SENCOs do. Why study the National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination (NASENCo) with us? At Chester, the NASENCo also forms part of the MA in Special Educational Needs and Disability. Our course takes as its ideology the notion that person-centred, inclusive thinking that foregrounds individual interests and needs of children, young people and adults with SEN and/or disabilities is at the heart of all practice. It is based on the premise that parents and carers are equal partners in securing achievement, progress and well-being, and that value-free understanding of social and familial contexts is crucial in responding to a child, young person or vulnerable adult with SEN.
What will I learn? Learning alongside experts from the field, you will enjoy lively debate and discussions around policy and practice. The modules of this course cover the impact of statutory regulatory contexts for SEND in relation to your work setting, leadership and management and personal and professional qualities, and learner voice and statutory arrangements, including advocacy/dispute resolution. These are then evidenced in a portfolio. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience Teaching approaches are designed to engage you as a self-directed learner, and include lectures, group work, discussion, independent research, personal contextualised reflection, tutorials, and use of the University’s Moodle virtual learning environment. Assessment tasks include essays, a small-scale practitioner enquiry, an analytical case study and a professional portfolio with a critical commentary. You will attend two weekends per module on a Friday evening and Saturday. Contact hours are 5-7pm on Fridays and 9.30am-4.30pm on Saturdays. You will also be expected to undertake 184 hours’ non-contact-guided study per module.
Entry Requirements Applicants must be qualified teachers (QTS, QLTS or EYTS) and will normally be working in the area of SEN, or aspiring to acquire specialist SEN knowledge and skills and/or the National SENCO Award. Applicants will need to show evidence of Qualified Teacher Status and will normally have a minimum of 2:2 honours. We may invite applicants to have a telephone interview during our recruitment process. For SENCOs new to the role, it is mandatory (in England) to achieve the Award within three years of appointment.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £1,980 Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination (NASENCo) (Shrewsbury) www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk/pg/nasenco University Centre Shrewsbury
Part-time: 1 year
Postgraduate Certificate National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination
October 2020
This course fulfils the training requirements of The Special Educational Needs Code of Practice (2015), which envisages that a SENCO will provide leadership and professional guidance to colleagues and work closely with staff/parents/carers. It promotes person-centred practice in which the needs of pupils are at the heart of everything SENCOs do. Why study the National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination (NASENCo) with us? The NASENCo takes as its ideology the notion that person-centred, inclusive thinking that foregrounds individual interests and needs of children, young people and adults with SEN and/or disabilities is at the heart of all practice. It is based on the premise that parents and carers are equal partners in securing achievement, progress and well-being, and that value-free understanding of social and familial contexts is crucial in responding to a child, young person or vulnerable adult with SEN.
What will I learn? Learning alongside experts from the field, you will enjoy lively debate and discussions around policy and practice. The modules of this course cover the impact of statutory regulatory contexts for SEND in relation to the candidate’s work setting; leadership and management and personal and professional qualities, learner voice and statutory arrangements including advocacy/dispute resolution. These are then evidenced in a portfolio. For a full list of modules, visit: www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £1,980 Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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The Learning Experience Teaching approaches are designed to engage you as a self-directed learner, and include lectures, group work, discussion, independent research, personal contextualised reflection, tutorials, and use of the University’s Moodle virtual learning environment. Assessment tasks include essays, small-scale practitioner enquiry, analytical case study and a professional portfolio with a critical commentary.
Entry Requirements Applicants must be qualified teachers (QTS, QTLS or EYTS) and will normally be working in the area of SEN, or aspiring to acquire specialist SEN knowledge and skills and/or the National SENCO Award. Applicants will need to show evidence of Qualified Teacher Status and of their first degree to obtain admission to the NASENCo. We may invite applicants to have a telephone interview during our recruitment process. For SENCOs new to the role, it is mandatory (in England) to achieve the Award within three years of appointment.
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Organisational Development (WBIS) (Shrewsbury)* www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk/pg/organisational-development University Centre Shrewsbury
Part-time: 2-6 years
MA, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
October 2020 / January 2021
This course provides a stimulating learning and development opportunity for managers and leaders at all levels. Whether holding a senior, middle or lower management position, it will help advance your expertise, and develop an academic approach to learning. You will engage in work-based research, supporting the development of your organisation. Why study Organisational Development (WBIS) with us? Our Work Based and Integrative Studies (WBIS) course will enable you to learn alongside your work and personal commitments. Using the workplace as your starting point provides opportunities for learning ‘on the job’. Assessment tasks always have a work-related element to them, and you may be able to negotiate the focus in light of your own interests and responsibilities. Learning alongside others in a similar situation will help you to develop support networks, and experienced tutors will provide support throughout your own learning journey. Attendance is usually required on approximately six Friday evenings and Saturday mornings per year. In addition, individual and small group support sessions are available with tutors either online or face-to-face. Online and physical resources and guidance are integral to the course; this includes access to library sources and academic study skills support. While the course can be completed in three years, there is flexibility that allows for a shorter or longer time to be taken. Some students may be able to submit evidence for Accreditation for Prior Learning (APL).
What will I learn? You will combine subject-specific modules with the opportunity to choose topics pertinent to your working context, concerns and interests. You will learn about change management, managing people, creative problem solving, and managing your own research studies.
Home/EU students: Please see: www.chester.ac.uk/fees-per-module
For a full list of modules, visit: www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk
The Learning Experience The course combines a range of teaching and learning methods, including taught sessions, and individual and group tutorials, and online and remote support. Taught modules will usually occur on Fridays and Saturdays across the year. Tutorial time will be negotiated with individual tutors, and you will be required to allocate regular time to support your studies. All assessment is through coursework. Examples include portfolios, reports, literature and reflective reviews and professional commentaries.
Entry Requirements Most applicants will have an honours degree and have current relevant experience of working in the public, private or voluntary sectors, with some responsibility for decision-making and supervising/managing colleagues. On occasion, applicants operating at a high, strategic level but who do not possess an honours degree may be assessed on their suitability for Master’s-level study. *Subject to approval
For information about Work Based and Integrative Studies (WBIS), please see page 302 or go to: www.chester.ac.uk/pg/wbis
International students: Please contact the University for part-time international fees information. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Post-Compulsory Education and Training (PcET)* (Shrewsbury) www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk/pg/pcet University Centre Shrewsbury
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Postgraduate Certificate
October 2020
The aim of this course is to produce teachers or trainers who can demonstrate competence across roles and tasks related to the design, delivery, management and evaluation of learning. The course aims to provide the opportunity for you to develop your abilities to plan and undertake projects related to practice and link your practice to theory. Why study Post-Compulsory Education and Training (PcET) with us? The proposed Programme Team are highly experienced and will provide first-rate teaching and support your development throughout the course. In addition to the excellent support from the University teacher training team, trainees are also supported on the course by a Subject Specialist Mentor in their setting, who will work with them to develop subject specialist teaching and overall teaching practice performance. If you engage in this course, you will: • develop your critical thinking skills • be able to articulate informed opinions with confidence • become a confident and effective teacher in the sector.
What will I learn? In Term/Year 1, you will examine teaching and learning in the sector and theories and models that underpin this, and develop your own practice. In Term/Year 2, you will examine creative practice, conduct research to enhance your practice, and further develop your practice.
The Learning Experience The full-time course will be two days a week at the University Centre and three days a week in work placements. The part-time course will be over two years, including a minimum of 50 hours’ teaching practice per year. All assessment is via coursework, which includes presentations, essays, a portfolio and a research report.
Entry Requirements • Preferably a 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent) in a subject related to the area in which you wish to teach. • GCSE Maths and English grade C/4 or equivalent. • Students whose first language is not English will need to provide evidence of fluency to at least IELTS 6.5. • Part-time trainees will need to provide evidence of having a teaching or training contract for a minimum of 50 hours of teaching per year in the learning and skills sector. *Subject to approval
For a full list of modules, visit: www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Please see: www.chester.ac.uk/fees-per-module Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Course Accreditation: 2014 Professional Standards
Education and Childhood Studies
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) – PGCE Primary/Early Years (including School Direct) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/pgce-primary-early-years Warrington Campus; Partnership Schools; and other settings
Full-time: 1 year
Department of Initial Teacher Education, Faculty of Education and Children’s Services
September 2020
PGCE with recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (includes 60 credits at Master’s level)
Teaching is an extremely rewarding and challenging career. Our course is designed to provide you with the knowledge, understanding and skills that you need to be an outstanding teacher. We aim to nurture teachers who are passionate about the development of their own and their pupils’ learning. Why study Postgraduate Certificate in Education with us? The University of Chester Partnership has a rich history of developing highly skilled, knowledgeable teachers, and has a high employability rate. Our Partnership has learning at its heart, combined with passion and enthusiasm for teaching and learning. This is reflected in our ‘Outstanding’ grading from Ofsted (2016).
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience Professional and academic learning takes place within University and partnership settings in lectures, seminars, practical workshops and tutorials. It is assessed through assignments and directed activities.
We will provide you with the support you need to become a critically reflective evidence-based practitioner through a combination of academic challenge and school-based learning. A distinctive aspect of the Chester experience is the enrichment module, which will support you in developing your expertise and employability in different educational settings, e.g. nurseries, SEND schools, KS2 provision. Strong pastoral care is a key aspect of ensuring your success on this demanding but fulfilling course.
School-based learning will move you from observation through group work to whole class teaching. It is assessed holistically against the Teachers’ Standards.
What will I learn?
Entry Requirements
In essence, the course will start you on your professional journey as a teacher. We aim to provide high-quality education and training, and modules will provide you with: • critical understanding of pedagogy, assessment and curriculum • critical knowledge, understanding and skills in specialist age phases and subjects • critical knowledge and understanding of wider professional issues, e.g. behaviour management and inclusive practice • enrichment opportunities • at least 120 days of school-based learning.
Applicants will normally: • hold or be expected to gain a minimum 2:1 honours degree • have GCSE grade C/4 in English Language, Maths and Science • have to pass the skills tests in literacy and numeracy
Home/EU students: Full course fee: £9,250. Please note that this fee may be subject to change.
You will be expected to undertake ten independent preparation and consolidation study hours (minimum) per week for the University course, in addition to full teaching days when on placement.
Apply online at: www.ucas.com/ucas-teacher-training
Course Accreditation: National College for Teaching and Leadership (QTS element)
Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) – PGCE Primary (including School Direct)
www.chester.ac.uk/pg/pg-cert-professional-education Riverside Campus, Chester; Partnership Schools; and other settings
Full-time: 1 year
Department of Initial Teacher Education, Faculty of Education and Children’s Services
September 2020
PGCE with recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (includes 60 credits at Master’s level)
Teaching is an extremely rewarding and challenging career. Our course is designed to provide you with the knowledge, understanding and skills that you need to be an outstanding teacher. We aim to nurture teachers who are passionate about the development of their own and their pupils’ learning. Why study the Postgraduate Certificate in Education with QTS with us? The University of Chester Partnership has a rich history of developing highly skilled, knowledgeable teachers, and has a high employability rate. Our Partnership has learning at its heart, combined with passion and enthusiasm for teaching and learning. We will provide you with the support you need to become a critically reflective evidence-based practitioner through a combination of academic challenge and school learning. A distinctive aspect of the Chester experience is the enrichment module, which will support you in developing your expertise and employability in different educational settings, e.g. nurseries, SEND schools, KS3. Strong pastoral care is a key aspect of ensuring your success on this demanding but fulfilling course.
What will I learn? In essence, the course will start you on your professional journey as a teacher. We aim to provide high-quality education and training, and modules will provide you with: • critical understanding of pedagogy, assessment and curriculum • critical knowledge, understanding and skills in primary age phases and subjects • critical knowledge and understanding of wider professional issues, e.g. behaviour management and inclusive practice • enrichment opportunities • at least 120 days of school-based learning.
Home/EU students: Full course fee: £9,250. Please note that this fee may be subject to change. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience Professional and academic learning takes place within University and partnership settings in lectures, seminars, practical workshops and tutorials. It is assessed through assignments and directed activities. School-based learning will enable you to progress from observation of teaching and learning, to group work and whole-class teaching. Critical reflection on your practice is a key component of the course. It is assessed holistically against the Teachers’ Standards. You will be expected to undertake ten independent preparation and consolidation study hours (minimum) per week for the University course, in addition to full teaching days when on placement.
Entry Requirements Applicants will normally: • hold or be expected to gain a minimum 2:1 honours degree • have GCSE grade C/grade 4 or above in English Language, Maths and Science • have to pass the skills tests in literacy and numeracy. Apply online at: www.ucas.com/ucas-teacher-training
Course Accreditation: Accredited by the Higher Education Academy (HEA)
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Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) – PGCE Primary (3-11) with QTS (Wales and beyond through the CaBan Partnership) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/pgce-primary-wales University of Chester, network schools and settings
Full-time: 1 year
Department of Initial Teacher Education, Faculty of Education and Children’s Services
September 2020
PGCE with recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (includes 60 credits at Master’s level)
This new, exciting and innovative course has been co-created with our Lead Partner Schools in Wales and Bangor University. It is designed to provide you with a deep understanding of how children learn, and aims to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to develop as a creative and innovative teacher. Why study the Postgraduate Certificate in Education with us? The CaBan (Chester and Bangor) Partnership builds on our shared rich history of developing highly skilled and knowledgeable teachers. This course, which has been designed in full collaboration with our Lead Schools, is both practically rigorous and academically challenging. You will be supported to develop a critical appreciation of how educational research informs practice and impacts on the learning and well-being of primary-aged children. Through dedicated commitment to the course, you will be very well equipped for a career within the teaching profession. Your expertise and employability will be enhanced through access to different educational settings, e.g. nurseries, primary and special schools, and centres for outdoor education.
What will I learn? The course is divided into three modules, which include Professional, Pedagogical and Core Studies; Subject Studies; and School Experience. Successful completion of the academic modules gives you 60 credits at Level 7 (Master’s level) and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) recommendation.
The Learning Experience Professional and academic learning takes place within University and partnership settings in lectures, seminars, practical workshops, tutorials and through innovative practices such as ‘quality teaching rounds’. You will be expected to be proactive in your approach to learning and to engage in professional dialogue with your peers, tutors and teachers in school. The emphasis will be on providing a constructive learning environment in which appropriate skills and knowledge for your future career can be fostered.
Home/EU students: Full course fee: £9,250. Please note that this fee may be subject to change.
The School Experience module focuses on enabling you to develop confidence to teach groups and classes of children both collaboratively and independently. You will do this through both observing and working alongside experienced teachers. Throughout the year, you will reflect on your practice in relation to pedagogy, collaboration, innovation, leadership, and professional learning. Academic learning is assessed through a variety of assignments and directed activities which will support your use of research to inform practice as well as developing your ability to undertake research of your own within the school setting. The School Experience module is assessed against the Professional Standards for Teaching and Leadership.
Entry Requirements Applicants will normally: • hold or be expected to gain a minimum 2:2 honours degree • have relevant experience in state schools and experience of working with young people • have grade B/grade 5 in the GCSE examination in any of the following: English Language, English Literature, Welsh Language (First Language), Welsh Literature • have to fulfil pre-course entry tests as determined by the Education Workforce Council (EWC) • satisfy the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check made through the University. Apply online at: www.ucas.com/ucas-teacher-training
Course Accreditation: This course has been approved by the University and accredited by the Education Workforce Council (EWC) Wales.
Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) – PGCE Secondary (including School Direct)
www.chester.ac.uk/pg/pgce-secondary
Riverside Campus, Chester; Partnership Schools; and other settings
Full-time: 1 year
Department of Initial Teacher Education, Faculty of Education and Children’s Services
September 2020
PGCE with recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (includes 60 credits at Master’s level)
Teaching is an extremely rewarding and challenging career. Our course is designed to provide you with the knowledge, understanding and skills that you need to be an outstanding teacher. We aim to nurture teachers who are passionate about the development of their own and their pupils’ learning. Why study the Postgraduate Certificate in Education with us? The University of Chester Partnership has a rich history of developing highly skilled, knowledgeable teachers, and has a high employability rate. Our Partnership has learning at its heart, combined with passion and enthusiasm for teaching and learning. We will provide you with the support you need to become a critically reflective evidence-based practitioner through a combination of academic challenge and school learning. An unusual aspect of the Chester experience is the enrichment module, which will support you in developing your expertise and employability in different educational settings, e.g. nurseries, SEND schools, post-16 provision. Strong pastoral care is a key aspect of ensuring your success on this demanding but fulfilling course.
What will I learn? In essence, the course will start you on your professional journey as a teacher. We aim to provide high-quality education and training, and modules will provide you with: • critical understanding of pedagogy, assessment and curriculum • critical knowledge, understanding and skills in specialist age phases and subjects • critical knowledge and understanding of wider professional issues, e.g. behaviour management and inclusive practice • enrichment opportunities • at least 120 days of school-based learning.
Home/EU students: Full course fee: £9,250. Please note that this fee may be subject to change. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience Professional and academic learning takes place within University and partnership settings in lectures, seminars, practical workshops and tutorials. It is assessed through assignments and directed activities. School-based learning will move you from observation through group work to whole class teaching. It is assessed holistically against the Teachers’ Standards. You will be expected to undertake ten independent preparation and consolidation study hours (minimum) per week for the University course, in addition to full teaching days when on placement.
Entry Requirements Applicants will normally: • hold or be expected to gain a minimum 2:1 honours degree • have GCSE grade C/grade 4 or above in English Language and Maths • have to pass the NCTL skills tests in literacy and numeracy. Apply online at: www.ucas.com/ucas-teacher-training
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Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) – PGCE Secondary with QTS (Wales and beyond through the CaBan Partnership) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/pgce-secondary-wales University of Chester, network schools and settings
Full-time: 1 year
Department of Initial Teacher Education, Faculty of Education and Children’s Services
September 2020
PGCE with recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (includes 60 credits at Master’s level)
This brand new, exciting and innovative course has been co-created with our Lead Partner Schools in Wales and Bangor University. It is designed to provide you with a deep understanding of how children and adolescents learn, and aims to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to develop as a creative and innovative secondary teacher. Why study the Postgraduate Certificate in Education with us? The CaBan (Chester and Bangor) Partnership builds on our shared rich history of developing highly skilled and knowledgeable teachers. This course, which has been designed in full collaboration with our Lead Schools, is both practically rigorous and academically challenging. You will be supported to develop a critical appreciation of how educational research informs practice and impacts on the learning and well-being of secondary-aged children. Through dedicated commitment to the course, you will be very well equipped for a career within the teaching profession. Your expertise and employability will be enhanced through access to different educational settings, e.g. secondary, special schools and centres for outdoor education.
What will I learn? The course is divided into three modules, which include Professional, Pedagogical and Core Studies; Subject Studies; and School Experience. Successful completion of the academic modules gives you 60 credits at Level 7 (Master’s level) and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) recommendation.
The Learning Experience Professional and academic learning takes place within University and partnership settings in lectures, seminars, practical workshops, tutorials and through innovative practices such as ‘quality teaching rounds’. You will be expected to be proactive in your approach to learning and to engage in professional dialogue with your peers, tutors and teachers in school. The emphasis will be on providing a constructive learning environment in which appropriate skills and knowledge for your future career can be fostered.
Home/EU students: Full course fee: £9,250. Please note that this fee may be subject to change.
The School Experience module focuses on enabling you to develop confidence to teach groups and classes of children both collaboratively and independently. You will do this through both observing and working alongside experienced teachers. Throughout the year, you will reflect on your practice in relation to pedagogy, collaboration, innovation, leadership, and professional learning. Academic learning is assessed through a variety of assignments and directed activities which will support your use of research to inform practice as well as developing your ability to undertake research of your own within the school setting. The School Experience module is assessed against the Professional Standards for Teaching and Leadership.
Entry Requirements Applicants will normally: • hold or be expected to gain a minimum 2:1 honours degree (2:2s are considered) • have relevant experience in state schools and experience of working with young people • have grade B/grade 5 in the GCSE examination in any of the following: English Language, English Literature, Welsh Language (First Language), Welsh Literature • have to fulfil pre-course entry tests as determined by the Education Workforce Council (EWC) • satisfy the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check made through the University. Apply online at: www.ucas.com/ucas-teacher-training
Course Accreditation:
Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Special Educational Needs and Disability www.chester.ac.uk/pg/sen-and-disability Riverside Campus, Chester; and other educational and professional settings Department of Academic and Professional Programmes, Faculty of Education and Children’s Services
Part-time: 3 years (MA), 2 years (Postgraduate Diploma), 1 year (Postgraduate Certificate) October 2020
MA, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
The MA in Special Educational Needs and Disability is a postgraduate course designed in response to a changing agenda for special education. Modules within it are varied and allow you to build a SEN programme to better match your needs.
Why study Special Educational Needs and Disability with us?
The Learning Experience
You can receive credit on the Special Educational Needs and Disability course at three different levels.
Teaching approaches are designed to engage you as a self-directed learner, and include: lectures, group work, discussion, independent research, personal contextualised reflection, tutorials, and use of the University’s Moodle virtual learning environment.
You may wish to undertake a Postgraduate Certificate in Special Educational Needs and Disability. The Postgraduate Certificate comprises three specialist special educational needs (SEN) modules from the course (60 credits). If you wish to undertake a Postgraduate Diploma, you can then add three more specialist modules from the SEN options, including Autism, Dyslexia or Dyscalculia (another 60 credits). Your final 60 credits would then be your Dissertation based around a topic within SEN. Successful completion of all of these would then give you a full MA in SEN.
What will I learn? Learning alongside experts from the field, you will enjoy lively debate and discussions around policy and practice. Our course offers you the opportunity to tailor your learning by choosing from specialist modules, with a choice of modules to match your individual needs. Modules are organised so you can focus on an interest that reflects your own professional context and professional needs. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students: Please contact the University for part-time international fees information. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Assessment tasks include essays, a small-scale practitioner enquiry, an analytical case study, a dissertation, and a professional portfolio with a critical commentary. Contact hours are 5-7pm on Fridays and 9.30am-4pm on Saturdays, two weekends per module. You will also be expected to undertake 184 hours’ non-contact-guided study per module. Please note: Master’s students in receipt of a postgraduate loan cannot bring prior credit (APL) into their programme of study.
Entry Requirements The course is open to graduates with a 2:2 honours degree or non-graduates with professional experience. The latter will be invited for interview. National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination (SENCO) applicants will have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS, QTLS or EYTS) and normally be working in SEN, or aspiring to acquire specialist SEN knowledge and skills.
Education and Childhood Studies
Teacher Education (Shrewsbury)* www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk/pg/teacher-education University Centre Shrewsbury
Full-time: x years, Part-time: x years
MA, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
January 2021
This MA will support the professional development and enhance the career prospects of those who are, or aspire to be, responsible for the learning and development of teachers or student teachers. The course will develop your individual and professional knowledge and leadership skills, by building on the expertise and experience you will bring with you. Why study Teacher Education with us?
What will I learn?
This course focuses specifically on the essential areas of teacher education and development (initial/pre-service and continuing/in-service). International research shows how important this area is to the recruitment, retention and improvement of teachers. Drawing on the experience of the University of Chester and University Centre Shrewsbury, you will be taught by experts in the field.
In Term/Year 1, you will examine your own professional identity, practices and behaviours and consider international theory and practices in supporting teachers.
The combination of distance learning and Summer School workshops will allow you to study many elements when it best suits you, while providing the opportunity to meet and share ideas and experiences with likeminded colleagues and others who may challenge your current thinking in a mutually supportive online environment and in the beautiful town of Shrewsbury. If you engage in this course you will: • develop your critical thinking skills • be better able to articulate informed opinions with confidence • become a confident researcher who will be aware of relevant theoretical frameworks and current international best practice in teacher education and development • enhance your practice as a teacher educator or leader of professional development • become a confident and effective leader of teacher education and development.
In Term/Year 2, you will examine Teacher Development and Educational Policy and consider how you can better lead on the development of others. In Term/Year 3, you will conduct your own research project and dissertation. For a full list of modules, visit: www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk
The Learning Experience The course is delivered through distance learning and Summer Schools at University Centre Shrewsbury. The University Centre is new and excellently resourced, with modern classrooms, library and IT facilities. All assessment is via coursework, which includes presentations, reflections on practice, essays, a research proposal and the final thesis. Each 20-credit module equates to approximately 200 hours of study.
Entry Requirements Applicants will usually work in an educational setting and hold Qualified Teacher Status (UK) or equivalent teacher accreditation (international) and have, or aspire to have, responsibility for the education/professional development of teachers or student teachers. The minimum entry requirement is normally a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent. *Subject to approval
Home/EU/International students: Please see: www.chester.ac.uk/fees-per-module Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Doctor of Education (EdD) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/professional-doctorate-in-education Riverside Campus, Chester
Full-time: 3 - 4 yesrs, Part-time: 5 - 7 years
Department of Academic and Professional Programmes, Faculty of Education and Children’s Services
October 2020
EdD
Education, pedagogy, teaching and learning continue to be at the forefront of cultural debates, since they help us understand our identities and values as a society. Our EdD is designed to support graduate professionals working across the education sector to conduct original doctoral research in this continually changing field. Why study the Doctor of Education (EdD) with us?
The Learning Experience
You will study under the guidance of our team of active researchers who have international reputations in their field and who will support you throughout the course.
You will study as a member of a supportive peer group, and will be encouraged to develop distinctive themes for research grounded in your own professional practice.
You will undertake taught modules that are delivered over six weekends each year to fit in with the busy schedules of working professionals. Evening seminars, workshops and conferences are held regularly to supplement the course; some weekend sessions are taught in situ, such as the creative education workshops in the galleries at Tate Liverpool (www.tate.org.uk/ visit/tate-liverpool).
You will be taught in weekend seminars and workshops, as well as through individual tutorials.
What will I learn? Our six taught modules focus on the theory and practice of professional work in education, and cover research methodologies, social theory, creative and cultural practices, and education philosophies. The course culminates in the thesis: an extended research project into an aspect of your professional work, which may be partly practice-based. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Full-time: £4,406 per annum Part-time: £2,203 per annum International students: Full-time: £13,031 per annum Part-time: £6,516 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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The assessment of taught modules comprises written and practical assignments based on small-scale research projects. The final assessment is based on your doctoral thesis and viva. Creative practices may form part of your thesis. Contact hours are 20 per taught module. You will also be expected to undertake 400 hours’ private study per taught module, and 3,000 hours for the thesis.
Entry Requirements Normally students will have completed a Master’s degree before enrolling on the Education Doctorate, and will be (or have been) working in an educational context.
Who is this course for? The EdD is for professionals working in schools, universities, educational businesses, agencies or voluntary bodies who would like to research into any aspect of pedagogy, teaching or learning.
Research Group
Education
Research in the Faculty of Education and Children’s Services is broadly concerned with issues of social justice, which are investigated through several theoretical lenses, from education policy and philosophical perspectives to creative pedagogy. We have a dedicated Centre for Research into Education, Creativity and the Arts through Practice (RECAP). Our Expertise
How We Will Support You
Our areas of expertise include: social exclusion and marginalisation; early years practice; research methodologies; the arts in education; and creative pedagogy.
Our doctoral supervision/provision is enhanced by seminars, reading groups, visiting speakers, conferences, symposia, and keynote addresses from world-leading academics.
As a dedicated centre, RECAP offers you opportunities to engage with cutting-edge research and research colleagues from across the world through a vibrant network of international partners in 16 countries, including visiting research fellows, professors and artists. The international profile of RECAP has been established through successful bids, including with the British Academy, British Council, European Union, World Bank, Esmée Fairbairn Trust, and Race Hate Crime.
RECAP provides a series of opportunities for you to gain access to cutting edge contemporary work in the field internationally:
Recent research by Dr Atherton and Dr Moran includes a five-year ethnography of homelessness, described in their book The Philosophy of Homelessness (Routledge, 2018); they are currently conducting research with Emma Arya-Manesh about the meaning and experience of home in Palestine, together with Palestinian colleagues.
• ‘Reimagining Creative Democracy’, a three-year (2018-2019) multinational project engaging educators in critical dialogues and activities regarding democracy and diversity. • ‘Artist-Led Learning in Higher Education’, a three-year (2018-2021) multinational interdisciplinary project looking at how academics and artists can learn from each other’s practices. • ‘Beyond Text’, a three-year (2016-2019) multinational project, focuses on the use of arts-based research methodology and opens up opportunities to work alongside other postgraduates from Estonia, Finland, Spain and Palestine. • Master’s and doctoral capacity building, funded by Palestinian Mobility grants, building on British Council led Higher Education Scholarships Palestine HESPAL (2016-2020).
As a dedicated centre, RECAP offers you opportunities to engage with cuttingedge research and research colleagues from across the world through a vibrant network of international partners in 16 countries, including visiting research fellows, professors and artists.
Professor Allan Owens is internationally known in the field of Drama Education and Applied Theatre. Dr Si Poole has a music and folkloric specialism and is Senior Lead in Cultural Education and research at Storyhouse (www.storyhouse.com), Chester’s nationally acclaimed new cultural centre Further information: Dr Johanna Bacon Email: j.bacon@chester.ac.uk
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Engineering Thornton Science Park is a centre for scientific research in the region and the headquarters for a number of engineering businesses. As an Engineering student, you may find that you are based at our Parkgate Road Campus, in addition to Thornton Science Park. Student Profile
“The course has provided me with the necessary knowledge and tools that will help me apply my existing practical experience in a targeted and successful manner to projects within an organisation. In addition, I am sure that employers will be impressed by the range of skills I have acquired during this course.�
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Engineering Why Study?
Campus and Facilities
Research Active Staff
The Faculty of Science and Engineering offers a unique blend of industry, research, innovation and academia all within one site. What’s more, large-scale projects such as the multi-million pound ‘Energy Centre’ at Thornton aim to help meet the growth needs of the sector. Our historic Parkgate Road Campus is home to many of the University’s central services, and is only a short walk from Chester city centre.
Thornton Science Park encourages students, academic researchers and on-site commercial enterprises to continue the legacy of innovation in the North West. You will benefit from a range of technical resources, including a large-scale chemical engineering pilot plant, mechanical workshops, materials preparation and testing laboratories, modern chemistry and biotechnology laboratories and access to professional modelling software. You will also have access to the Faculty of Science and Engineering’s supercomputing cluster.
The Departments of Chemical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering conduct exciting research cutting across traditional subject boundaries. We have a track record of high-quality research cited by other researchers around the world. Our academic members of staff and PhD students conduct research that is published in high-impact journals and presented at international conferences. Our laboratories host a number of industrial research projects and we have close links with additional companies on site and nearby.
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152 Programme and Project Management You may also be interested in our Applied Science (MRes) – Science and Engineering pathway course (page 114).
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Programme and Project Management www.chester.ac.uk/pg/programme-and-project-management Distance learning supported by weekend seminars at Thornton Science Park or Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Science and Engineering
October 2020 / February 2021
MSc
This MSc delivers advanced education and training across roles in the programme and project management profession. The course aims to equip you with key skills in all aspects of Project Management, and is open to graduates, and nongraduates with practical experience of programmes and projects. The course is based upon the PRINCE2® methodology. Why study Programme and Project Management with us? We offer an excellent opportunity to study Programme and Project Management for these reasons: • Much of the course is delivered via distance learning. You will be able to access materials remotely 24/7. • A range of optional modules are available to supplement the core material. • Essays focus on the practical application of academic research into project management disciplines. • You may tailor your own study programme, and adapt studies to your chosen career path and objectives. • Lectures are held over two-day weekend blocks for each module, roughly a month apart. • If appropriate, the course can draw on your practical experience and join it to academic study.
The Learning Experience The course is located in the workplace itself. You will review and analyse your professional experience. You may also experience a mix of distance learning and quarterly workshop visits to the University, and will be guided via oneto-ones with the module tutor and group tutorials. Full accreditation is given for experience you may have previously gained in your workplace. You will benefit from remote support from your tutor, and construct your critical analysis with your tutor. The learning experience starts with the construction of the individual ASLA (Approved Studies Learning Agreement). ASLA is a customised combination of modules, where each of them has its own learning or assessment scheme (work-based learning, web-based learning, or face-to-face learning). Assessment is by written assignment.
What will I learn?
Entry Requirements
Previous experience may be counted towards part or all of a module. Personal research, critical analysis and writing are developed throughout the entire course. Modules are based upon methodologies or modern techniques for project or programme management.
Applicants will normally be expected to have a first degree (2:2 honours minimum) or two years’ experience of a role in project management.
Some modules are based around the PRINCE2® qualification that may be gained on the course. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £745 Full course fee: £6,705 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Research Groups
Chemical Engineering
Chester Smart Composite Group (CSCG)
Research in the Department of Chemical Engineering aims to address key engineering and scientific challenges facing a wide range of industries, from food to pharmaceuticals, helping to develop industrial processes and products that meet the needs of society in more effective and cleaner, safer ways.
Chester Smart Composite Group (CSCG) includes a composite lab and dynamic vibration lab at Thornton Science Park. Our main research interests are: multifunctional composite; additive manufacturing; energy harvesting; structural health monitoring; and composite failure assessment. Since CSCG formed, we have published in 13 journals. CSCG has also set up an international joint research lab with NUAA, Xidian and Xi’an Jiaotong Universities.
Our Expertise
Our Expertise
Work in the Department includes both fundamental and applied science and engineering research. Our research is highly interdisciplinary, with varied projects drawing on our expertise in engineering, physics, chemistry and biotechnology. We pursue both experimental and theoretical approaches.
CSCG is working on multifunctional composite to benefit various industrial sectors such as the current Innovate UK funded project for offshore wind turbines. Our research topics also cover lightweight automotive primary structure and composite battery housing; aircraft wing design and deicing; energy harvesting from vibration; structural health monitoring; composite machining and welding; inkjet printing technology; composite damage assessment; and NDT and finite element modelling.
Active areas of research include the conversion of biomass to electrical power, heat or synthetic fuels, and computational fluid dynamics studies. The topical area of carbon capture and storage is also studied. A systems biology approach to ageing and health is pursued, and computational physics is used to predict the properties of materials using quantum mechanics and powerful supercomputers. Experimental chemistry research is also carried out to study the synthesis and characterisation of new inorganic and organic composite materials. For more details, see our research pages at: www.chester.ac.uk/chemical-engineering/research
How We Will Support You You will work alongside supportive staff with a track record of high-quality academic research cited by other researchers around the world. Our research is published in journals and presented at international conferences. Staff in the Department have worked at DuPont, PowerGen, Rolls-Royce and Shell, and we collaborate on research projects with other universities nationally and internationally. Links with industry are excellent, with a range of engineering companies based on site. Industrial research projects are hosted within our modern labs. Specialist facilities available to you will include biotechnology and microbiology labs; a materials characterisation lab with scanning and tunnelling electron microscopes; X-ray diffraction and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy machines; and workshop space with a research gasifier. Modelling work is carried out with industry-standard software packages, and a Faculty-owned supercomputer is used for intensive calculations. Further information: Professor Stephen Wilkinson Email: s.j.wilkinson@chester.ac.uk
There are currently four PhD students in CSCG under the supervision of Prof. Yu Shi, and one postdoctoral researcher recruited for the Innovate UK funded project. Our international research joint labs were set up with Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Xidian University and Xi’an Jiaotong University for advanced composite structure, advanced multifunctional antenna, and smart sensing composite, respectively. Our research topics are widely related to the aerospace, automotive, energy and healthcare sectors, where the research funding and projects have been collaborated and co-applied with industries such as SEMs, Ilika, Far-UK, OEM, Jaguar Land Rover, and Siemens Gamesa. We have Innovate UK, EPSRC and Horizon 2020 as well as international joint funding between the UK and China.
How We Will Support You CSCG will be an ideal place to start research activities and experiences in the areas of composite material, structural monitoring, experimental tests, electrical sensing, and additive manufacturing, where there might be a chance to work with industries for R&D development. Our current PhD students in CSCG will support technical support and training for composite materials manufacturing and tests. CSCG also supports the workshop for finite element analysis by ANSYS, Abaqus and COMSOL. Further information: Professor Yu Shi Email: y.shi@chester.ac.uk or Dr Paul Folan Email: p.folan@chester.ac.uk www.chester.ac.uk 153
Research Groups
Electronic and Electrical Engineering: Intelligent Engineering Systems
We specialise in the R&D of using embedded computers, sensors and actuators for the advanced control, optimisation and diagnostics for engineering systems. Working closely with industry, this field is applied to renewable power and energy systems, advanced wireless communications, advanced sensors, robotic systems, and aerial drone systems.
Our Expertise
How We Will Support You
Artificially intelligent systems require research in: sensor technologies such as Terahertz RF; communication technologies such as LiFi and Power over Ethernet systems; advanced actuator development, especially using power electronics; nonlinear algorithm development for advanced control and performance optimisation; nonlinear engineering system modelling and simulation; and embedded programming, including cybersecurity.
Our research group is located at Thornton Science Park, which has excellent facilities, including controls, power electronics and communications labs and a new near-ÂŁ20 million Energy Centre, which includes smart grid test equipment. Thornton Science Park is ideally located close to Manchester Airport and Liverpool John Lennon Airport, which enables it to host international research workshops and conferences, such as our 2018 international workshops on smart energy and control.
Our group has Innovate UK and Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council funding, enabling both postgraduate learning and research assistant opportunities. The group is internationally recognised in the renewable power and energy sector with EDF Energy, BRE, Arup, Glen Dimplex, Fujitsu and Peel Utilities. Through regional initiatives, there are postgraduate opportunities in advanced control and sensor research with the many small businesses located at Thornton Science Park. These opportunities can be accessed through our MRes and PhD courses, which have potential for industrial scholarships.
The Faculty of Engineering has internal research seminars, and MRes and PhD courses have taught modules in project management and research skills. Our group is always actively seeking industrial collaboration and sponsorship for projects and students. Further information: Professor John M. Counsell Email: j.counsell@chester.ac.uk
Our group has Innovate UK and Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council funding, enabling both postgraduate learning and research assistant opportunities. The group is internationally recognised in the renewable power and energy sector with EDF Energy, BRE, Arup, Glen Dimplex, Fujitsu and Peel Utilities.
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Staff Profile
“As Associate Professor and leader of the Chester Smart Composites (CSC) Group, students can benefit from my specialisms in composite structures and computational damage prediction of composite materials, multifunctional composite, energy harvesting and structural health monitoring. I also have an interest in developing the novel smart composite structures for various industrial application and their manufacturing and machining assessment (drilling, laser cutting, welding etc.)“.
Professor Yu Shi Associate Professor of Smart Composites, Senior Lecturer and Head of Chester Smart Composites Group
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English Discover a course that explores and inspires you to construct, create, decode and describe the power of the written word.
Student Profile
“I chose to study for my MA in Nineteenth-Century Literature and Culture at Chester for numerous reasons... Having completed a combined undergraduate degree at the University I was particularly impressed with the enthusiasm the tutors had for their subject, and their commitment to supporting students to get the most out of their studies.�
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English Why Study? Whether you are immersed in the works of others, or are creating your own portfolio of work, there are opportunities for you to shape your degree according to your strengths. English students run a Literature and Language Society, and there are ‘open mic’ evenings where anyone can read – poetry, prose, the choice is yours. You can also get involved with our creative writing pamphlet Pandora’s Box, the Faculty magazine The Elephant, or our acclaimed Flash Fiction publication. The Institute of Gender Studies hosts a monthly research seminar series and a biennial Talking Bodies conference.
Campus and Facilities
Research Active Staff
The Department of English is based in two beautiful Victorian buildings close to the Parkgate Road Campus, Chester – The Old Vicarage and Rockmount. Students here benefit from a close-knit, supportive atmosphere, and are just a short walk from the city centre. The Institute of Gender Studies is based in the modern, centrally located Binks Building on the University’s Parkgate Road Campus.
All members of our academic staff are engaged in research and publishing: we have produced scholarly books, novels and poetry collections, journal articles, book chapters, and online publications. Some of us are editors of journals and magazines and we are regularly consulted by a range of publishers and editors as expert reviewers. Staff and postgraduates also organise academic conferences, public lecture programmes, workshops, study days and literary events.
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159 English Language and Linguistics
163 Storytelling (MRes)
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Creative Writing: Writing and Publishing Fiction www.chester.ac.uk/pg/creative-writing Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year
Department of English, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MA
Our MA in Creative Writing: Writing and Publishing Fiction is a stimulating and rewarding course designed to help you develop the craft of excellent writing, enable you to produce original fiction, and equip you with the knowledge to get it published.
Why study Creative Writing: Writing and Publishing Fiction with us?
The Learning Experience
This distinctive course comprises four modules – Writing Short Fiction for Publication, Writing Novels for Publication, Getting Published, and The Writing Project – which are taught by a team of published writers, scholars, and editors. Their publications include: flash fiction; novels; prose-poetry and short-story anthologies and collections; articles and essays; interviews; student textbooks; and writers’ guides. Two of the teaching team edit Flash: The International Short-Short Story Magazine, which has published stories by students on the MA.
Typically, Writing Short Fiction for Publication and Writing Novels for Publication are taught by nine weekly two-hour seminars and two-hour workshops; and Getting Published is taught by five weekly two-hour seminars and two-hour workshops. One-to-one tutorials are also available. For The Writing Project, you will work one-to-one with a supervisor.
The Parkgate Road Campus library is well stocked with creative-writing textbooks and houses the Flash Fiction Special Collection, the world’s largest archive of flash-related books and magazines.
The total workload, including reading, preparation, seminars, workshops, tutorials, research, and writing, is approximately 37.5 hours per week.
What will I learn? You will study and try your hand at writing flash fiction, short stories, novellas, and novels. Getting Published looks at the world of fiction publishing. For The Writing Project, you will be able to write a collection of flashes and/or short stories, a novella, or a novel. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Modules are assessed by coursework, including essays, a journal, creative pieces, and a 16,000-word writing project. There are no formal exams.
Entry Requirements A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree, or the equivalent, in an appropriate discipline is required. Admission to the course is subject to an acceptable entry qualification profile, a sample of creative writing (fiction), and in some instances an interview. For more information, see: www.chester.ac.uk/pg/creative-writing
English
English Language and Linguistics www.chester.ac.uk/pg/english-language-and-linguistics Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of English, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MA
Advanced knowledge of phonetics and syntax coupled with practical application and exploration of English in context – e.g. speech therapy, English in education, discourse analysis – forms the core of our MA course. You will be given expert supervision and guidance in completing your own research-based thesis on a specialist topic of your choosing. Why study English Language and Linguistics with us?
The Learning Experience
Our cutting-edge MA course is delivered by a dynamic team of linguists, each with their own research specialisms. Our range of expertise includes corpus linguistics (computer-assisted discourse analysis), acoustic phonetics (useful for speech therapy), cognitive stylistics (how our minds process fictional and non-fictional texts) and critical discourse analysis (e.g. ideology in the media). Students can also explore conflicts and controversies in the discipline and contribute to our online blog (see languagedebates. wordpress.com).
Lectures and seminars/workshops will be supplemented by dissertation supervision and personal tutorials with lecturers. Guest lecturers from other universities – experts in their field – will present their work to you at special research seminars.
Our dedicated English Language research space will allow you to undertake data-based projects using some of the latest specialist software (e.g. for acoustic phonetics and corpus linguistic analysis).
What will I learn? Integral to the course is the advanced study of phonetics/phonology and morphology/syntax at the micro-level, combined with application of knowledge about structures of English in discourse (corpus linguistics, critical discourse analysis, cognitive stylistics) and research methods. These core areas of study are supplemented with options which may include the role of English in education (e.g. phonics and grammar in the classroom), language and identity, language change and global English.
Assessments are tailored for each module and include exercises in grammar and phonetics/phonology, discourse analysis essays, seminar papers (including presentations), discursive essays, extended data collection and analysis projects, portfolio, and an extended thesis (dissertation).
Entry Requirements A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree, or equivalent, in an appropriate discipline (e.g. English Language, Linguistics), is required. International students are required to have a minimum IELTS score of 6.5. Admission is subject to written application, academic reference, acceptable entry qualification profile, evidence of written work, and possibly an interview.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Nineteenth-Century Literature and Culture www.chester.ac.uk/pg/nineteenth-century-literature-and-culture Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year
Department of English, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MA
Our MA offers a rich interdisciplinary study of the key events, debates, discourses, genres, and obsessions of the revolutionary nineteenth-century period and its afterlives. This is an opportunity to explore an era you may be familiar with in much greater depth, and with attention to the contexts in which the texts were produced. Why study Nineteenth-Century Literature and Culture with us?
The Learning Experience
The Department of English, housed in a Grade II-listed Vicarage designed by John Douglas, in an institution founded in 1839 and officially opened by Gladstone in 1842, has longstanding teaching and research strengths in nineteenth-century literature.
For the taught modules (Nineteenth-Century Literature, Nineteenth-Century Culture, Research Methods, and Special Author(s)/Topic(s)), you will have group seminars and individual tutorials. For the Dissertation, you will work one-toone with a supervisor to develop your project.
Our course is taught by a dedicated and experienced team of tutors with expertise in a wide range of areas, including Romantic poetry; the Sensation novel; detective fiction; the Gothic; and nineteenth-century Irish, American and South African literature. Our research publications include work on Shelley, Coleridge, the Brontës, Dickens, Collins, Eliot, travel literature, women and material culture, the Victorian periodical press, literature of the Great Famine, colonialism, Neo-Victorian literature, and representations of the body.
Modules are assessed by a variety of methods, including essays, research portfolios, conference-style presentations, and a Dissertation.
What will I learn? The course offers a wide-ranging exploration of the representation of ideas such as revolution, crime, the body, gender, performance, domestic life, religious belief, nationality, empire, science, technology, and medicine, in nineteenth-century literature and culture. Authors studied may include Austen, Shelley, Dickens, Gaskell, Alcott, Conan Doyle, Zola, Wells, and Conrad. You will also have the opportunity to develop your own research interests and expertise through the Research Methods module and your Dissertation. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Entry Requirements Applicants normally require a minimum of a 2:1 honours degree in English Literature or a cognate discipline; consideration will be given to those who hold a lower classification who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully. Applicants are subject to written application, references, and evidence of written work, and may be invited for interview.
English
English (MRes) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/english-mres Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of English, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MRes
The MRes in English is designed to allow you to develop and complete an independent research project in English Literature and/or Language, with the support of a well-qualified supervisor. An initial Research Methods module will ensure that you have the necessary skills to advance to the dissertation. Why study the English (MRes) with us?
The Learning Experience
Your supervisor will be part of a team of active researchers, with a specialism in the field you wish to pursue, and therefore well-placed to help you shape your project. You will also be joining a dynamic community of postgraduate researchers in the Department of English and Faculty of Arts and Humanities. While you will be developing as an autonomous and independent researcher, the Department recognises the importance of academic guidance and pastoral care, and offers a supportive and creative environment in which to learn and study.
While the MRes requires substantial independent study, you will be expected to have regular meetings with your supervisor, attend research skills training events in the Department and the Faculty, and use the online Postgraduate Research Development tools. You will also be expected to attend postgraduate and staff research seminars.
What will I learn?
Entry Requirements
The Research Methods module will introduce you to postgraduate research skills, including for instance: using databases and archives; new practices in research methods; writing abstracts and conference presentations; annotated bibliographies; collecting written and spoken data; and qualitative and quantitative methods in English language research.
Applicants normally require a 2:1 honours degree in English Literature, English Language, or English Literature and Language, but consideration will be given to those who hold a lower classification who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully. Applicants are subject to written application, research proposal, evidence of written work, references, and interview.
You will be assessed through coursework – for example book reviews, annotated bibliographies, essays, reports, presentations – and a dissertation.
The dissertation will emerge from your initial research proposal; this will be an original contribution to your field of study, offering new insights. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
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Gender Studies (MRes) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/gender-studies-mres Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Institute of Gender Studies, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MRes
The two taught modules on this course aim to provide you with postgraduate-level research methodologies and skills, as well as highlighting contemporary debates on ‘gender’ as a broadly defined field. With expert guidance, for the third module you will produce a 28,000-word dissertation on a gender-related topic. Why study the Gender Studies (MRes) with us?
The Learning Experience
The University of Chester’s Institute of Gender Studies is an exciting research hub for students and staff, and regular seminars also involve the wider community, as well as international speakers. In studying for an MRes in Gender Studies, you will be working with leading researchers who have taught and published extensively in the field.
You will meet weekly with a highly experienced and published lecturer to discuss a specific topic or piece of reading. These sessions will typically last for two hours and are scheduled to take place in the evening.
Our course will encourage you to develop an interdisciplinary and intersectional approach to your studies, finding connections between, for example, English, Sociology, Media Studies, or Religious Studies. The extended dissertation will allow contact time to be largely directed by you, as you explore in depth a topic of particular interest to you.
What will I learn? In Advanced Research Methods in Gender Studies, you will be introduced to the entire research process, from initial literature reviewing through to the presentation of your findings. In Consensus and Dissent: Contemporary Debates in Gender Studies, you will examine the theoretical, conceptual, and practical debates that have characterised, and continue to inform, feminist, women’s, and gender studies. The third module, Research Dissertation, provides you with the opportunity to investigate in depth a topic of particuar interest to you. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
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Assessment modes are designed to dovetail with your specific learning styles and strengths – from seminar presentations to book reviews, conventional essays to essays designed by you – and, of course, to the dissertation.
Entry Requirements A 2:1 honours degree in any relevant discipline or an equivalent qualification is required. Credit exemption may be given for appropriate certificated or experiential learning undertaken or completed within the previous five years. Consideration may be given to those who hold a lower classification or degree in another area who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully. Admission to the MRes course is by written application and interview.
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Storytelling (MRes) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/storytelling-mres Parkgate Road Campus, Chester, and Storyhouse
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of English, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MRes
Our MRes will give you a critical understanding of the study of stories, storytelling and narrative in English. The Department of English will facilitate the opportunity for you to work with an external practitioner such as, for example, Storyhouse, Chester Literature Festival, the Grosvenor Museum, Louder Than Words Festival or Gladstone’s Library. Why study the Storytelling (MRes) with us?
The Learning Experience
The Department of English offers expertise in a variety of writers and eras – including in the practice of creative writing and in a wide range of literary specialisms – which will facilitate your exploration of your own interests in particular forms of narrative and storytelling.
Teaching will take place at both the University of Chester’s Parkgate Road Campus and other locations depending on the student project. It will be delivered through lectures, seminars and one-to-one supervision with an academic and/or an external practitioner.
There will be the potential to work alongside Storyhouse (www.storyhouse. com) staff, who are committed to widening access to the magic of storytelling within the community of Chester. We also recognise the importance of pastoral support, and offer a supportive environment in which to learn and study.
As well as regular supervision between students and academics, the MRes in Storytelling will also require substantial independent study.
What will I learn? On the Telling Stories and Research Methods modules, topics may include: storytelling practices; narrative studies; community storytelling; producing innovative writing and research; theoretical study and creative practice; praxis and critical appraisal; critical and creative writing pedagogies; traditional research methods; using libraries and archives; research for writing; writing as research; new practices in research methods/creative writing; creative writing as a research methodology.
You will be assessed through written coursework comprising annotated bibliographies, essays, reports, reviews and oral presentations, as well as a final 28,000-word dissertation.
Entry Requirements A 2:1 honours degree in either English Literature and Creative Writing or Creative Writing is a requirement.
The dissertation itself is on a topic of your own choice. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
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Research Group
English
The Department of English has expertise in literature, linguistics and creative writing. It performed well in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework, with many publications rated as internationally important. Our PhD students are well supported in terms of expert supervision, key facilities and research training.
Our Expertise
How We Will Support You
The Department has considerable experience of supporting postgraduate research students to successful completion, and our academics have an inclusive approach. Our PhD students are fully involved in our research culture.
The Department currently benefits from a thriving postgraduate community, with students researching topics such as: women’s writing; creative writing (novels and YA fiction); gender studies; and crime fiction. Our postgraduates organise events, as well as being involved in Faculty conferences.
We have experts in a broad range of literary fields, including: Renaissance literature; Romanticism; Victorian literature; Modernism; and 20th-century and contemporary literature. Academics also have specialisms in: Irish literature; South African fiction; popular culture; women’s writing; children’s literature and young adult fiction; interdisciplinary gender studies and film adaptation. The Department’s team of English language and linguistics experts have developed a diverse research culture; their specialisms include critical discourse analysis; stylistics; syntax; dialects; and cognitive stylistics. We also have a group of experienced creative writers who have published novels, poetry and short stories. Their specialisms include flash fiction, poetry and translation studies. Flash, an internationally renowned shortshort story magazine, is edited by two members of the team.
Research students are allocated a supervisory team, with a main supervisor who supports the student throughout their studies. Training opportunities in essential research skills are available to all students. Supervisors will encourage you to disseminate your research in departmental research seminars, conferences, and external events. Financial support for conference attendance is offered on a competitive basis from the Faculty of Arts and Humanities and the University. Our postgraduate students have access to well-equipped office space and computer facilities. The library holdings of books and journals for English at the University of Chester are excellent, and all students can request additional purchases. Further information: Professor Deborah Wynne Email: d.wynne@chester.ac.uk
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“The Department of English offers a wealth of opportunities for postgraduate study at MA, MRes, and PhD level. Our lecturers and supervisors are experts in their fields, and you will become part of a vibrant and friendly research community, dedicated to supporting you while you develop an advanced knowledge and understanding, and become independent and innovative researchers. As a supervisor myself, and an active researcher, my own research involves looking at fashion in literature. I find the details of dress and adornment, and how authors use them endlessly fascinating.�
Dr Sarah Heaton Head of English
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Food, Nutrition and Clinical Sciences Our Food, Nutrition and Clinical Sciences courses allow you to benefit from highquality teaching facilities, links with industry, and teaching staff who are committed to providing relevance in their field. Student Profile
“Based on its high-quality teaching and convenient location, there was no doubt that the University of Chester was my first choice when applying for Postgraduate courses in Nutrition and Dietetics. I chose the Postgraduate Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics course as my goal was to become a qualified dietitian, and this course develops the skills required to qualify as a dietitian.� Emma Langan PGDip Nutrition and Dietetics
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Food, Nutrition and Clinical Sciences Why Study?
Campus and Facilities
Research Active Staff
As one of the largest providers of postgraduate nutrition courses in the UK, the Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition is an international centre for specialist teaching and research in clinical and public health aspects of exercise and nutrition sciences. As a vibrant and multidisciplinary team we have close links with the NHS and other relevant organisations to deliver leading-edge courses and research in clinical sciences, nutrition and physical activity.
At Parkgate Road Campus, students can benefit from modern teaching and learning amenities, excellent fitness facilities, as well as social and catering hubs, all located on one site. Our Exercise and Nutrition Science (Dublin) course is based at the National Training Centre, Ireland’s leading educator in health, fitness and bodywork therapy. All students benefit from quality resources and expertise, including bespoke exercise physiology and clinical nutrition laboratories.
The Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition has an experienced team of researchers, with an international reputation. Our research specialisms are in the areas of cardiometabolic health; clinical practice; public health nutrition and physical activity; functional foods; and hydrocolloids research, and we welcome students to apply for MPhil and PhD in these topic areas.
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You may also be interested in our Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation course (page 240).
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Exercise and Nutrition Science (Chester) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/ens-chester Parkgate Road Campus, Chester Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
Full-time: 1 year (MSc/Postgraduate Diploma), Part-time: 2-4 years (MSc/Postgraduate Diploma), 1-2 years (Postgraduate Certificate) September 2020
MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
Our course is aimed at health professionals and graduates who wish to extend their knowledge and apply their expertise in this popular area of study. A key feature is the application of theory to practice and, in addition to lectures, there are practical sessions, workshops and the opportunity to undertake a placement. Why study Exercise and Nutrition Science with us?
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The MSc is delivered by a team of leading-edge academics and national/ international leaders in exercise and nutrition. The key features of our course are:
The Learning Experience
• The course is aligned with the competencies required for Graduate Registration on the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register (SENr) • Opportunity for a placement in the exercise, health and sport industries • Opportunity to gain the REPs-accredited Gym Level 1 and 2 qualifications • Choice of research project – individually led, work related, or as part of a current University research programme • Internationally renowned guest speakers on modules • Flexible course structure – modules delivered in three-day blocks every eight weeks.
What will I learn? The modules aim to enable you to develop a critical knowledge and understanding of fundamental and contemporary issues in relation to physical activity, and health and nutrition in health and disease, as well as applying these principles to sporting populations. A variety of module options means the course can be tailored to suit your needs. Lectures are complemented by practical sessions in well-equipped physiology (BASES-accredited), biology and food nutrition laboratories.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum (MSc) Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Teaching is mainly by lectures interspersed with laboratory practicals, group discussion, seminars and interactive computer-based sessions. Each module requires 200 hours of study and is assessed via a 4,000-word written assignment or its equivalent – e.g. poster presentation. There are no examinations. Following the completion of six taught modules, if you are an MSc student you will be required to undertake a personal research project.
Entry Requirements The course is open to applicants with a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in a related subject area, or equivalent professional qualifications. Consideration will also be given to applicants with relevant work experience, background knowledge and skills.
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Exercise and Nutrition Science (Dublin) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/ens-dublin National Training Centre, Dublin, Ireland
Part-time: 2-4 years (MSc/Postgraduate Diploma), 1-2 years (Postgraduate Certificate)
Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
September 2020
MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
This Master’s course is designed for those who wish to extend their knowledge, qualifications and expertise in this popular area of study. Our course aims to provide postgraduate education and training opportunities for exercise, nutrition and health professionals, and provide opportunities for those aspiring to work in this high-profile field. Why study Exercise and Nutrition Science with us? The aims of this postgraduate course are for you to develop: • a critical understanding of the concepts and controversies in exercise and nutrition science • a scientific and enquiring approach to the study of contemporary exercise and nutrition issues • research skills for the critical investigation of exercise and nutrition topics. The course is highly flexible, allowing you to study full time or part time to suit your personal and work commitments. Flexibility is achieved through the delivery of modules over three-day blocks followed by eight weeks of home-based learning. This allows students nationally and internationally to attend the course. Our course is delivered by a team of experienced academics and also practitioners who work in high-profile areas.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience Teaching is mainly by lectures interspersed with laboratory practicals, group discussion, seminars and interactive computer-based sessions. Each module requires 200 hours of study and is assessed via a 4,000-word written assignment or its equivalent – e.g. poster presentation. There are no examinations. Following the completion of six taught modules, if you are an MSc student you will be required to undertake a personal research project.
Entry Requirements The course is open to applicants with a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in a related subject area, or equivalent professional qualifications. Consideration will also be given to applicants with relevant work experience, background knowledge and skills.
What will I learn? The modules aim to enable you to develop a critical knowledge and understanding of fundamental and contemporary issues in relation to physical activity, and health and nutrition in health and disease, as well as applying these principles to sporting populations. A variety of module options means the course can be tailored to suit your needs.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £900 Full course fee: £8,100 International students: Please contact the University for part-time international fees information. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Food Integrity and Innovation* www.chester.ac.uk/pg/food-integrity-and-innovation Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Part-time: 2 years
Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
Postgraduate Certificate
This course is fully supported by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) with the aim of addressing key issues relating to agri-food security, sustainability and integrity of the food supply chain. The training on this course will focus on areas where research and innovation have significant potential to address future societal challenges for food security. Why study Food Integrity and Innovation with us?
The Learning Experience
This course is unique in the UK and is fully supported by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) Modular Training Programme.
This course is classroom based with some practical laboratory work. Each module will be delivered intensively over three days.
The three modules represent the subject areas identified by market research work with industrial food supply chain industries. Furthermore, the subject areas are interrelated, and have common themes such as the application of nanotechnology. This will provide a comprehensive platform for improved industrial performance and an opportunity to obtain a recognised academic qualification. The transferability of the academic credit will allow for further upskilling and postgraduate qualifications to be achieved.
What will I learn? The content of our modules has been selected to address key issues relating to agri-food security, sustainability and integrity of the food supply chain. These are areas that are not only within the BBSRC remit but also considered a priority within the European Union Horizon 2020 programme. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: ÂŁ660 Full course fee: ÂŁ1,980 Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Assessment will be made through written coursework and project presentations. There are around 36 hours of contact time per module, grouped into three days, then one hour of remote contact time. You will also be expected to undertake 200 hours of private study per module.
Entry Requirements A minimum 2:1 honours degree or relevant industrial experience is required. *Subject to validation
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Food Science and Innovation www.chester.ac.uk/pg/food-science-and-innovation Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MSc
Population growth, both globally and within the UK, will continue to put pressure on all elements of the agri-food supply chain. A fully coordinated approach directed towards food safety, security, quality and sustainability is needed. This course aims to develop your specialist skills and combine food science, technology and nutrition to meet the challenges facing the industry. Why study Food Science and Innovation with us?
The Learning Experience
This course has the objective of creating innovative food products while ensuring that they are safe, wholesome and nutritious. Our MSc in Food Science and Innovation integrates the key elements required to address the future needs of industry and the global population.
The course is fully modular, including credit accumulation and transfer. Designed with the support of food industry partners, full-time and part-time/ blended learning options will both be available. You will be supported with a mixture of workplace mentors, online support materials and University tutors. Industrial and practical ‘hands-on’ training will be embedded into all elements of the course.
The course is of benefit to individuals looking to enhance careers in the many areas of the food supply chain. It will be of particular benefit to individuals with an interest in areas such as new product development, food processing and manufacturing and the food service industries.
What will I learn? The MSc course is built upon a programme of research and development that has been established at the University to support the food and drink sectors. The course is designed around a series of three-module specialist Postgraduate Certificates, which allow credit accumulation towards Postgraduate Diploma and full MSc awards. Modules include a wide range of specialities that have been created in close communication with the food and drink industry. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Assessment will take the form of practical assessment and industry-focused reports and projects. There are around 36 hours of contact time per module grouped into three days, then one hour of remote contact time. You will also be expected to undertake 200 hours of private study per module.
Entry Requirements Applicants should have a 2:1 honours degree in any of the following: Food Science; Biochemistry; Nutrition; Biology (with a strong Biochemistry component) and relevant subjects. Applicants with a 2:2 honours degree with a minimum of two years’ experience in the food and drink industry will also be considered.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum (MSc) Please see page 34 for more information on course fees
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Human Nutrition www.chester.ac.uk/pg/human-nutrition Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year (MSc/Postgraduate Diploma), Part-time: 2 years (MSc/Postgraduate Diploma), 1-2 years (Postgraduate Certificate)
Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
September 2020
MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
It is becoming increasingly apparent that nutrition plays a key role in both health and disease. This course aims to develop an understanding of the principles of nutrition and enables students to scientifically evaluate the links between diet, health and disease. Why study Human Nutrition with us? As the MSc in Human Nutrition is accredited by the Association for Nutrition (AfN), graduates of this course are entitled to direct entry to the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists (UKVRN). This allows graduates to use the letters ‘ANutr’ after their name. The course will appeal to professionals within the food and nutrition industries as well as health professionals. Our course will also be attractive to undergraduates with non-nutrition degrees who wish to move into the field of nutrition and those with nutrition-related degrees wishing to further their studies to gain a postgraduate qualification.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience Each taught module involves attendance at a three-day intensive course (Wednesday to Friday, 9.15am to 5.00pm), followed by an eight-week period of campus- or home-based learning with interim tutorials. You will also undertake approximately 175 hours of private study per 20-credit module. The course is assessed using a variety of assessment methods, including written examinations, essays, oral presentations and case studies. After completing six taught modules, you will commence the Research Project.
What will I learn?
Entry Requirements
Our modules aim to develop your underpinning scientific knowledge of nutrition and equip you with the professional skills required for a career in nutrition.
A minimum 2:2 honours degree or equivalent, in a biological/health science including components of biochemistry, is required.
Modules will cover: principles of nutrition; human metabolism; nutrition in health and disease; sports nutrition; nutritional assessment; and research methods and data analysis. You will also have the opportunity to develop your research skills during the Research Project phase of the course.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum (MSc) Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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On application, students should provide a degree transcript and details of modules with biochemistry content (e.g. module/unit descriptors). Applications may be considered from applicants with degrees that don’t fall into the above categories, e.g. chemistry, sports science etc., providing the applicant has a minimum 2:1 honours degree and recent A Levels in biology and/or chemistry (grade A-C).
Course Accreditation: Association for Nutrition (AfN)
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Nutrition and Dietetics www.chester.ac.uk/pg/nutrition-and-dietetics Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 2 years (MSc), 18 months (Postgraduate Diploma)
Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
September 2020
MSc, Postgraduate Diploma
This accredited professional course will provide you with a postgraduate award in Nutrition and Dietetics together with eligibility for registration as a dietitian with the Health and Care Professions Council (UK). Our innovative approach, together with an ethos of research and evidence-informed practice, aims to foster your personal and professional development. Why study Nutrition and Dietetics with us?
The Learning Experience
Our accredited course is delivered in an innovative way. Academic and placement learning is delivered by experienced academics and practitioners who are all committed to helping you to develop the necessary skills to become an effective dietetic practitioner who contributes to high-quality evidence-based practice.
Teaching is delivered in interactive workshops, lectures, tutorials and practicals delivered in course-specific facilities and laboratories, and on placement with local NHS trusts and practitioners.
You will have access to course-specific facilities and laboratories, and benefit from the Faculty’s links with local NHS trusts and practitioners, plus expertise from the pharmaceutical and food industries and British Dietetic Association specialist groups.
What will I learn? Our modules aim to develop your knowledge and critical understanding of the science underpinning health and disease, and give you extensive knowledge of dietetics for the prevention and treatment of disease. You will develop the necessary attitude, practitioner skills and ability to make reasoned clinical judgements informed by evidence. Modules will cover content derived from: dietetic practice, evidence-based practice, dietitians as a resource/facilitator of learning, and leadership and management. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home students: Fee per 20-credit module: £1,840 (new students) / £660 (returning students – dissertation only)
There are a variety of assessments, including examinations, coursework, and group and individual presentations. Due to the need to achieve professional accreditation and registration, the teaching experience is intensive and student focused. Contact hours vary through the semesters, but you will have around 12 contact hours and 18 hours of self-study per week, including working towards assessments.
Entry Requirements A 2:1 honours degree in a relevant science subject that includes modules covering human physiology and biochemistry is required. Applicants must also: • visit a dietetic department • attend a personal interview and participate in a group activity • complete a satisfactory health check and Disclosure and Barring Service check. For a full list of entry requirements and the application process, please see: www.chester.ac.uk/pg/nutrition-and-dietetics
Course Accreditation: Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), British Dietetic Association (BDA)
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Obesity and Weight Management www.chester.ac.uk/pg/owm Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year (MSc/Postgraduate Diploma), Part-time: 2-4 years (MSc/Postgraduate Diploma), 1-2 years (Postgraduate Certificate)
Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
September 2020
MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
Overweight and obesity are directly related to health and wellbeing and global prevalence is rising. This course provides advanced-level education and training for those with, or seeking, roles in obesity prevention, weight management or health promotion. The course focuses on public health, psychology, anthropometrics, diet, exercise and research methods. Why study Obesity and Weight Management with us?
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
This course was the first of its type to run in the UK. It is delivered by our team of teaching experts who are nutrition, dietetics, public health, research and exercise specialists. We also have visiting real-world lecturers to enhance your experience. This keeps the course fresh and up to date to cater for the needs of professionals working in this area. We also have practical sessions to develop the skills you need to work in this area.
The Learning Experience
While this is a focused professional development course aimed at healthcare professionals from around the world, it is also suitable for newly qualified graduates aspiring to work in this high-profile area. There are provisional optional opportunities for placements locally or further afield to enhance your employability. These may be useful if you are not already working in this area. There is also the opportunity to undertake basic life support and other training.
What will I learn? This course considers the evidence and skills needed for obesity and weight management prevention and treatment. A variety of perspectives, including public health, psychology, anthropometrics, diet, exercise and research methods, are incorporated. Practical sessions in the food skills laboratory and exercise science laboratory along with tutorials also assist your skill development. Individual modules can also be taken as continuing professional development (CPD) standalone modules.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum (MSc) Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Most modules are delivered in three-day blocks that are intensive and allow you to thoroughly immerse yourself in a topic. These are great for flexibility around work, location and other commitments you may have. For these teaching blocks you will need to be at the University’s Parkgate Road Campus in Chester. Please note if you are an international student on a student visa, you will need to live locally to Parkgate Road Campus. One of the more exciting and challenging elements is conducting an in-depth research project in a related area of interest. For your individual research project, you will be appointed an adviser who will assist you in your project development and with tutorials. Most assessments are written coursework to allow students the flexibility to complete these around their work commitments. Group tutorials both during and after modules are also offered to assist you with coursework..
Entry Requirements The course is open to candidates with a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in health, nutrition, exercise or closely related subject area. Appropriate equivalent professional qualifications may also be considered. Experience within the field may also be considered, and an interview may be requested for those with non-standard qualifications.
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Public Health Nutrition www.chester.ac.uk/pg/public-health-nutrition Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2-4 years (MSc/Postgraduate Diploma), 1-2 years (Postgraduate Certificate)
Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
September 2020
MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
Public health nutrition relates to the prevention of disease, prolonging and improving quality of life and promoting health through sound nutrition. A public health nutritionist aims to promote health and well-being through food and nutrition, helps people make healthier choices, creates an environment which promotes health, and develops supportive health-related policy. Why study Public Health Nutrition with us?
The Learning Experience
The Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition has an excellent reputation in nutrition at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. We have considerable teaching and research expertise in the areas of public health nutrition and allied subjects. Our staff are enthusiastic and helpful, and pride themselves on the extra help provided to those who require it.
Our modules are delivered over three- or four-day blocks followed by eight weeks of home-based learning.
This course: • meets the current training needs to produce graduates with the necessary knowledge, skills and experience to work as public health nutritionists • provides a wide range of career opportunities • ensures a strong practitioner-based focus
You will encounter a range of different learning experiences through lectures, investigative sessions, laboratory work, food skills sessions, workshops and seminars. Assessment comprises a combination of coursework and examination. Coursework is innovative and interactive and includes interpretation of data, portfolio work and seminar presentation. Modules involve 21-28 hours of direct tutor contact, five to 20 hours of support tutorials, and 152-179 hours of directed and self-directed study.
• aims to help you develop transferable public health skills.
Entry Requirements
What will I learn?
Applications are invited from graduates who have completed an undergraduate BSc degree (minimum 2:2 honours or equivalent), in human nutrition or biological/health science. The degree must contain components in biochemistry and physiology.
The course is designed for graduates with an interest in people, health and nutrition. Our modules focus on core public health nutrition issues such as the relationship between nutrition and health and the way in which sociological and psychological factors influence food choice. All modules are designed to increase your understanding of the scientific evidence related to food, nutrition and health upon which public health nutrition strategies, activities and policies are based.
Applications will be considered from those with other science degrees, providing the applicant has a minimum 2:2 honours (or equivalent) and science A Levels.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940
Course Accreditation: Association for Nutrition (AfN) (MSc only)
International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum (MSc) Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Clinical Sciences and Nutrition (MRes) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/clinical-sciences-nutrition-mres Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MRes
This course will provide excellent training for students who may wish to move on to a PhD, or for students who simply wish to undertake a significant research project. The focus of this course is a research project in nutrition, physical activity and health.
Why study the Clinical Sciences and Nutrition (MRes) with us?
The Learning Experience
The Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition has a long-established reputation in nutrition, physical activity and health at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. We have considerable teaching and research expertise in nutrition and allied subjects. Our staff are enthusiastic and helpful, and pride themselves on the extra help provided to those who require it.
We deliver taught modules as short three-/four-day intensive courses, which facilitates attendance by students in employment both nationally and internationally. The taught modules are supported by online and other resources.
This course: • meets the current training needs to produce graduates with the necessary knowledge, skills and experience to undertake a substantive personal research project • aims to provide a wide range of career opportunities, including onward progression to PhD.
What will I learn? You will take two taught modules – one relating specifically to research methods, and one of relevance to your chosen area of individual research. The research component comprises an independent project conducted under the guidance of an experienced supervisor. Projects are determined by individual negotiation and can take place in a range of settings. You can undertake your project in collaboration with a partner organisation.
Each taught module requires 25-30 hours of classroom attendance, followed by 170 to 175 hours of directed/self-directed learning. The research project is assessed by the production of a substantial review paper and an academic research article suitable for publication in an appropriate journal.
Entry Requirements Applications are invited from graduates who have completed an undergraduate degree in a relevant science or health-related discipline. A minimum 2:1 honours is required. Applications from those with appropriate professional qualifications will also be considered. All applicants will be interviewed.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Full-time: £4,406 per annum Part-time: £2,203 per annum
International students: Classroom-based / Laboratory-based: Full-time: £13,031 / £16,786 per annum Part-time: £6,516 / £8,393 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Food Science and Innovation (MRes)* www.chester.ac.uk/pg/food-science-innovation-mres Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MRes
Population growth, both globally and within the UK, will continue to put pressure on all elements of the agri-food supply chain. A fully coordinated approach directed towards food quality, innovation, security, and sustainability is needed.
Why study the Food Science and Innovation (MRes) with us?
The Learning Experience
This course integrates the key elements required to address the future needs of the food industry and the global population.
Our MRes is comprised of two taught Level 7 modules (20 credits each). The taught modules are either followed by, or taught alongside, a pathwayspecific research dissertation module (140 credits).
Our course is of benefit to individuals looking to enhance their careers in the many areas of the food supply chain. It will be of particular benefit to those with an interest in R&D areas such as new product development, and food processing and manufacturing innovation.
What will I learn? The course is built upon a programme of research and development that has been established at the University to support the food and drink sectors. We have designed the course so that you can undertake two taught modules before moving on to the research component. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
You will be supported by a mixture of workplace mentors, online support materials and University tutors. Industrial and practical ‘hands-on’ training will also be embedded into all elements of the course. There are around 28 hours of contact time per module. You will also be expected to undertake 172 hours of independent guided study for each module. Assessment will take the form of practical assessment and industry-focused reports and projects. Entry Requirements Generally, a 2:1 or a 2:2 honours degree with significant industry experience (two to three years) in any of the following is required: food science; biochemistry; nutrition; biology; chemistry. We accept a wide range of qualifications and consider all applications individually on merit. We may also take into account appropriate work experience. *Subject to validation
Home/EU students: Full-time: £4,406 per annum Part-time: £2,203 per annum
International students: Classroom-based / Laboratory-based: Full-time: £13,031 / £16,786 per annum Part-time: £6,516 / £8,393 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Research Research Group Groups
Clinical Sciences and Nutrition
Functional Foods and Hydrocolloids Research
Research in the Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition is encompassed within three key themes: Cardiometabolic Health; Clinical Practice; and Public Health Nutrition and Physical Activity.
The Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition also has the following Research Centres: the Functional Foods Research Centre, and the Hydrocolloids Research Centre, where we provide supervision to students in order for them to complete their research project for MSc and PhD and postdoctoral research.
Our Expertise
Our Expertise
We have a number of key departmental research themes, and we welcome applications for those wishing to study for research degrees (MPhil, MRes and PhD) in the following areas:
The research of the Functional Foods Research Centre focuses on the digestibility and bioavailability of food components and their relationship with those component interactions and with structure and texture of foods using an established digestion model, as well as on the bioactivity identification, structure characterisation and the establishment of relationship between the bioactivity and structure.
Cardiometabolic Health – Research in this theme encompasses: micronutrient metabolism and cardiometabolic risk; cellular and metabolic alterations in cardiovascular disease; modulation of cardiovascular disease progression; clinical exercise physiology; cardiovascular and metabolic health; and physical activity, exercise testing and prescription. Clinical Practice – Research in this theme encompasses: dietetic practice; clinical aspects of weight management; and cardiovascular health.
The Hydrocolloids Research Centre has expertise in the structure function relationship of hydrocolloids in various food applications. These include: emulsification technology, encapsulation, thickening and gelling properties.
Public Health Nutrition and Physical Activity – Research in this theme encompasses: public health nutrition; obesity and healthy weight; physical activity and health; intervention design, delivery and evaluation; innovative and participatory research methods; and education and training of health professionals.
You may wish to undertake a specialist research project in one of our ongoing projects, and you will also have an opportunity to choose your own project, which is related to the above topics.
For more information about research expertise within the Department, see: www.chester.ac.uk/csn/research
We can provide you with experience of research projects that are relevant to the food and drink industry.
How We Will Support You
Our modern laboratories in the NoWFOOD Centre (www.nowfood.co.uk) are fully equipped with a range of analytical equipment, which enables students to undertake a range of research projects relating to: new product development opportunities; the development of biosensors that work on the nanoscale level; and hydrocolloids.
The Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition has an excellent international reputation and comprises a team of leading academics with strong research backgrounds spanning a wide range of disciplines. You will be appointed a research supervisor and will significantly benefit from their expertise. You will also be encouraged to attend the Departmental Research Seminar Programme in which leading experts and researchers in their respective fields are invited to disseminate their research. In addition, we provide specific courses and workshops that aim to develop your research skills, such as research methods and data analysis. You will carry out research in well-equipped, clinical, exercise and food laboratories. Further information: Associate Professor Sohail Mushtaq Email: s.mushtaq@chester.ac.uk
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How We Will Support You
Many of our industrial partners will offer work placements to good candidates to work on real-time projects. Further information: Functional Foods Research Centre Professor Weili Li Email: w.li@chester.ac.uk Hydrocolloids Research Centre Professor Saphwan Al-Assaf Email: s.alassaf@chester.ac.uk
Staff Profile
“Our MSc courses in Nutrition and Clinical Sciences are well established and the majority of academic staff hold a PhD in their subject area, and our employability is consistently amongst the highest in the sector. A major strength is the flexibility offered by our delivery model; for each module, students attend the University for threeor four-day intensive blocks, followed by six weeks of directed and self-directed learning, enabling people who work, or live further afield, to study with us.�
Professor Lynne Kennedy Head of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition
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Geography and International Development Our taught and research activity looks at both the physical and social aspects of our landscapes, developing your knowledge and skills to make a key contribution to the social and environmental issues of our time.
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Geography and International Development Why Study?
Campus and Facilities
Research Active Staff
You will benefit from excellent teaching facilities, including laboratory analytical and field surveying and monitoring instruments. What’s more, staff are nationally and internationally recognised experts in their respective fields, and we have expertise in the areas of global challenges of climate change and terrorism, to more local concerns such as vulnerability to flooding, political (dis)engagement, and urban and rural social exclusion.
Our historic Parkgate Road Campus is home to the Department of Geography and International Development. Just a short walk from Chester city centre, students here benefit from modern teaching and learning amenities, excellent fitness facilities, as well as social and catering hubs, all on one site.
Members of the Department of Geography and International Development are engaged in internationally recognised research addressing some of the most pressing social and environmental issues. The Department also provides knowledge transfer services to regional, national and international stakeholders. Additionally, we hold a regular research seminar series, and host national and international research conferences.
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Flood Risk Assessment, Modelling and Engineering www.chester.ac.uk/pg/flood-risk-assessment Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Geography and International Development, Faculty of Social Science
October 2020
MSc
This course is designed for individuals working or intending to work in an industry related to flood management and seeking to develop/enhance knowledge and skills specific to a role in flood modelling, urban drainage design, Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS), community engagement, natural flood management or flood resilience planning. Why study Flood Risk Assessment, Modelling and Engineering with us? Our course’s combination of on-site and online learning enables prospective students to study while remaining in the workplace should they wish to do so. The course offers participants practical, flood-relevant experience that provides a sound basis to seek or continue a career in the water and environmental sectors.
Core modules will be delivered at the Parkgate Road Campus during a one-week period in October and February, and the optional Flood Risk Modelling module will be delivered on-site during April. All other modules are delivered and engaged with remotely. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience
You will gain experience by utilising the latest technological innovations in the field of flood risk assessment, including: augmented reality; hazard simulations; virtual tours; GIS and remote sensing; 3D mapping and modelling; reality capture; drone mapping; and advance flood visualisation.
You will learn through lectures, seminars, practical sessions, fieldwork, simulation exercises and innovative online learning sessions. You will regularly work with practitioners to develop both specific and transferable skills applicable to flood management.
Key parts of the course are field visits to local, national and international sites to augment and enhance your knowledge and practical skills.
Assessment is through examination and a wide variety of coursework activities, including: oral and poster presentations, digital storytelling, virtual reality tours, briefing papers, simulations, consultancy reports, and an extended independent research project (dissertation) for those pursuing a MSc.
We will encourage you to undertake projects and work in collaboration with employers to address directly key societal and industry-focused challenges associated with flood risk.
What will I learn? For a Master’s (MSc) degree, students will need to achieve 180 credits, to include: Principles and Policies in Flood Management, Hydrology and Hydraulics and/or Urban Drainage Design and Engineering, as well as Research Methods and Analytics in Flood Risk Management and the Dissertation module. The Dissertation module can be undertaken in conjunction with an employer in a relevant field (i.e. flood risk management, water management etc.).
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £745 Full course fee: £6,705 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Entry Requirements A Bachelor’s degree (2:2 or higher) or international equivalent in environmental sciences, geography, geology, engineering or allied disciplines; or five years’ work experience in water, flood and/or environmental management, is required. Students must have access to a computing device which is connected to the internet to engage with the course.
Research Group
Geography and International Development
Research in Geography and International Development covers three themes: global environmental change and hazard management (GECHM); communities, culture and sustainability (CCS); and technology-enhanced learning and student partnerships (TEL). Well over a quarter of our outputs were graded as World Leading or Internationally Excellent in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework.
Our Expertise
How We Will Support You
Members of the GECHM Research Group have ongoing research interests and projects in: coastal dynamics; glacial and glaciofluvial landscapes; fluvial and dryland geomorphology; geoecology; geographical information science; UAV mapping; natural hazards; Quaternary science; and environmental reconstruction.
You will work in close collaboration with a team of supervisors and have access to our wet and dry laboratories, computer facilities including GIS and spatial analysis software, as well as access to wider University facilities.
Members of the CCS Research Group have research interests encompassing: civil conflict and post-conflict reconstruction, particularly in West Africa; young people’s consumption; housing and regeneration; migrants and refugees; rural economies; and sustainable communities.
We run an active research seminar programme featuring guest speakers, departmental staff and research students, and host workshops and conferences for learned societies. You will be provided with access to University-wide support and training, along with events and training at Faculty and Departmental level, including an annual postgraduate research conference.
Research in the TEL Research Group focuses on: technology-enhanced learning in the classroom; technology-enhanced fieldwork; student partnerships; and ethical students.
Further information: Dr Philip Marren Email: p.marren@chester.ac.uk
We have a successful record of PhD completions in many of these areas. Our work is funded by the research councils, national and local government agencies, and a variety of non-governmental organisations and charities. For further details, see the Research Group webpages and those of individual staff members.
You will work in close collaboration with a team of supervisors and have access to our wet and dry laboratories, computer facilities including GIS and spatial analysis software, as well as access to wider University facilities.
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Health Care and Social Work Our courses provide a high-quality educational experience in a friendly and supportive environment, helping you to develop into a professional who can make a real difference. Student Profile
“The course is developing my knowledge and skills needed to become a qualified social worker. The lecturers use their professional experience and research, as well as involving service users to enhance teaching and learning. Everything I need is within reach at Warrington Campus. Facilities such as the café, library, gym, car park, and plenty of areas to meet and socialise enhance my student life.” Joseph Amedo MA Social Work
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Campus and Facilities
Research Active Staff
Our team of highly experienced and research-active teaching staff will provide you with a safe and professional environment in which to hone your skills. Our continued commitment to healthcare is reflected in our high student employment rates and the extensive and diverse choice of postgraduate courses and research opportunities currently available.
The Faculty of Health and Social Care is based at Riverside Campus in Chester, and we also offer a course at University Centre Shrewsbury. Designed to bring learning to life, our Riverside and Shrewsbury sites provide students with a range of subject-specific facilities, including lecture theatres, teaching rooms, specialist library resources and skills simulation labs.
The Faculty has developed a supportive research environment, which is facilitated by discussion and debate at research committee, ethics subcommittee and professorial group. Supported by the development of Centres that focus on research, consultancy and education, the Faculty is working to enhance its research, scholarly activity and knowledge transfer endeavour.
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187 Applied Mental Health Practice
195 Non-Medical Prescribing (Chester / Warrington / Wirral)
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196 Non-Medical Prescribing (Shrewsbury)
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190 Critical Care
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200 Doctor of Professional Studies (DProf ) in Health and Social Care
193 Master of Public Health
201 Doctor of Public Health (DrPH)
You may also be interested in the courses within our Food, Nutrition and Clinical Sciences section (page 167).
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Advanced Practice www.chester.ac.uk/pg/advanced-practice Riverside Campus, Chester
Part-time: 6 years (some commissioned students can study a bespoke pathway over 2 years)
Department of Acute Adult Care, Faculty of Health and Social Care
September 2020 / January 2021
MSc
Our course puts a strong emphasis on the integration between theory and practice, with practice as the main focus and measure of the role and quality of the Advanced Practitioner. The course also promotes the extension of professional roles and therefore the development of a critically reflective and responsive practitioner. Why study Advanced Practice with us?
The Learning Experience
The MSc in Advanced Practice aims to facilitate the development of a range of multi-professional Advanced Practitioners. We aim to achieve this through the following:
Our teaching is predominantly delivered through lectures, seminars and skills simulation, but you will also have the opportunity to learn in practice, as well as undertake self-directed learning.
• Enabling the use of higher-level critical, analytical and reflective skills within academic and practice environments. • Helping you to understand the holistic nature of advanced practice and to gain comprehensive higher-level knowledge, expertise and the individual qualities necessary to work as an autonomous, competent practitioner within unpredictable professional environments. • Enabling you to fulfil the dynamic nature of healthcare, and to influence the strategic planning and delivery of Government agendas.
We use a variety of assessment tools. These include an Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE), a literature review, examinations, presentations and assignments.
What will I learn? We offer two pathways that reflect your areas of practice. They are: • Clinical Practice • Mental Health For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £830 Full course fee: £7,470 International students: Please contact the University for part-time international fees information. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Most modules require 35 hours’ direct contact, with the expectation of 200 hours’ independent study.
Entry Requirements • Registration on the appropriate part of a professional register for the chosen pathway • A minimum of two years’ post-registration experience* • Normally successful completion of a degree (minimum of 2:1 honours) in nursing or a health-related field, or equivalent • Support from sponsoring organisation/employer • Evidence of practice in a closely related area of specialism *Candidates who do not possess the full two years of experience in the specialist area may exceptionally be admitted to the course using the following criteria, both of which must be met: • Support from sponsoring organisation/employer • Evidence of practice in a closely related area of specialism
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Applied Mental Health Practice www.chester.ac.uk/pg/applied-mental-health-practice Cheshire AMHP Partnership venue; and Riverside Campus, Chester
Part-time: 3 years
Department of Social Work and Interprofessional Education, Faculty of Health and Social Care
January 2021
MA
This part-time interprofessional course is delivered in collaboration with Cheshire Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) Partnership and incorporates AMHP training. The aim of the course is to produce competent, independent mental health practitioners capable of complex decision making and working with high levels of professional responsibility. Successful candidates will be eligible to be approved as an AMHP. Why study Applied Mental Health Practice with us?
The Learning Experience
Our course structure and content shows a strong commitment to the integration of theory and practice, underpinned by a strong value base. The course will build on your graduate and professional experience by immersing you in the multifaceted and rapidly changing face of mental health practice.
Teaching and learning methods include lectures, small group work, case discussions, tutorials, problem-based learning, experiential learning activities, peer learning and self-directed learning.
The specialist AMHP modules are delivered by Cheshire AMHP Partnership. Nationally recognised mental health speakers, specialist mental health practitioners, academics, service users and carers contribute to the teaching on the course. The AMHP training component also involves undertaking a practice placement within a community mental health setting. The course will equip you to play a key role in the care and protection of people with mental disorders and to undertake the specific duties of an AMHP.
What will I learn? You will learn about the complexities involved in working in mental health practice. While the focus of the teaching is on mental health legislation, you will also learn about the range of models of mental disorder. The practice placement will enable you to apply your learning to practice. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Please note that course fees for AMHP training are set by Cheshire AMHP Partnership. Please contact AMHPPartnership@cheshireeast.gov.uk for course fees information.
You will be assessed through written assignments, presentations, individual case studies, case discussions, direct observation, and a practice portfolio. The practice elements of the course are assessed by experienced Approved Mental Health Professionals. Modules are delivered in two-week blocks and you will be expected to undertake ten hours’ private study per week.
Entry Requirements The course is available to: • Registered social workers • First level nurses – their field of practice being mental health or learning disabilities nursing • Occupational therapists • Chartered psychologists Applicants will have two years’ post-registration experience and be nominated and supported by their employer.
Course Approval: Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Art Therapy www.chester.ac.uk/pg/art-therapy Riverside Campus, Chester
Full-time: 2 years, Part-time: 3 years
Department of Mental Health and Learning Disability, Faculty of Health and Social Care
September 2020
MA
Art therapy enables expression, beyond words, and promotes psychological well-being. This HCPC-approved course is suitable for those working with a variety of client groups in health, social care, education counselling and community settings. The course will enable you, on completion, to practise as a registered Art Therapist/Art Psychotherapist. Why study Art Therapy with us?
The Learning Experience
The course is rooted in current practice with visiting art therapy practitioners throughout the course. We offer a specific placement preparation module which provides the bridge between theory and practice.
We use a variety of teaching strategies, including lectures, experiential art making sessions, small group work and scenario-based teaching.
What will I learn? You will look at the underpinning theory of art therapy plus development and communication models. Learning is underpinned by the principles and practices of psychodynamic practice, with particular focus on the Object Relations school and Winnicott model. Integrating theory and practice is covered by way of case study material and visiting practising Art Therapists. Experiential training groups are a core underpinning to the theoretical content, as well as a Practice Placement module, which is enhanced by supervision groups. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £830 Full course fee: £7,470 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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We use a variety of assessment methods, including written essays, PowerPoint presentations, reflective models, portfolio and visual logs. Most modules operate over 15 weeks with up to 40 contact hours per module. You will also be expected to undertake an approximate minimum of seven hours’ self-study time per week, per module.
Entry Requirements • A maturity of personality and self-awareness. • An undergraduate honours degree in art and design or other relevant subject. • A minimum of one years’ work experience (paid or voluntary) within a relevant care setting gained prior to application. • IELTS Level 7 for students whose first language is not English. • You will be required to submit a 500-word written piece with the title ‘What is Art Therapy?’ on application. Your application will not be considered without this. This is to allow you the opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge of the field and your ability to write at Master’s degree level. • A satisfactory occupational health check.
Course Accreditation: Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
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Cancer Care www.chester.ac.uk/pg/cancer-care The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre
Part-time: 1-3 years
Department of Social Work and Interprofessional Education, Faculty of Health and Social Care
October 2020 / January 2021 / April 2021
Postgraduate Certificate
This course has been designed for nurses and allied health and social care professionals who work in primary, secondary and tertiary settings, and who provide direct care and support to people affected by cancer. This includes those who work in general hospitals or community settings as well as specialist cancer services. Why study Cancer Care with us?
What will I learn?
Our course aims to: • offer a coherent programme of study which supports health care professionals (HCPs) in delivering holistic evidence-based cancer care for people with diverse needs • promote an understanding of the multidimensional impact of cancer and its treatments on those affected by the disease • promote a critical application of therapeutic approaches and skills in order to improve the experience of those affected by cancer • promote a critical application of the knowledge and skills required to analyse information and research-based findings that enhance clinical practice • promote HCPs’ awareness of the scope and boundaries of their own professional practice and to empower them to contribute to collaborative multiprofessional team working.
Topics within the three modules include: the context of cancer care; carcinogenesis and effective communication; and cancer treatments, supportive interventions and palliative and end-of-life care.
Modules are delivered at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre (www.education.clatterbridgecc.nhs.uk) by academic staff and cancer health and social care professionals who are experts in their field. This ensures the course is at the cutting edge of practice.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience We employ a variety of teaching and learning approaches to suit different learning styles, including experiential learning; role play; discussion; lectures; blended learning; directed and self-directed learning; seminar presentations; and reflection. Within the course there are a range of assessment strategies that reflect the individual module content. These include a recorded patient assessment; a critique of communication skills; a patient care study; a critical evaluation of a palliative care issue; and clinical learning profiles.
Entry Requirements Applicants will normally: • possess a 2:1 or first class honours degree in a related subject, or a lower qualification supported by evidence of ability to study at Level 7 • be health and social care professionals whose roles involve care and support for people affected by cancer.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £700. Please note this fee may be subject to change. Full course fee: £2,100. Please note this fee may be subject to change. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Critical Care www.chester.ac.uk/pg/critical-care Riverside Campus, Chester
Part-time: 1 year
Department of Acute Adult Care, Faculty of Health and Social Care
October 2020
Postgraduate Certificate
Competence and knowledge for excellence in Critical Care practice is changing. The introduction of the National Standards and Competencies for Critical Care Education has underpinned this Postgraduate Certificate in Critical Care and has enabled students to access a course at the forefront of Critical Care education. Why study Critical Care with us?
The Learning Experience
The Postgraduate Certificate in Critical Care incorporates the latest simulation techniques, which will enable you as a practitioner to link theory to practice. By combining these techniques with rigorous academic theory and practice competencies, you will develop into a competent and effective nurse within the critical care environment.
Teaching involves lectures, seminars, group work, e-learning activities, skills practice, peer observation and other methods, all encouraging you to demonstrate clinical competence and excellence in care provision.
During the course you will have access to our library and e-library, enabling you to access extensive online resources and support materials. Completing this course and exiting with a formal certificate in Critical Care will be an exciting and valuable opportunity for students. What will I learn? Our course comprehensively covers the core systems involved within the care of critically ill patients which are incorporated in the National Standards and Competencies. Several additional key areas are addressed, including: leadership and professionalism; evidence-based practice; research; and the incorporation of wider thinking and development aspects of critical care, including innovation and development of practice aid to strengthen the development of a competent practitioner.
There will be the opportunity for you to engage in networking, thereby enabling collaborative working and the sharing of best practice. Assessment will consist of a written examination, oral examination, essay, and presentation, as well as completion of the National Standards and Competencies at Steps 2 and 3. Entry Requirements • You must be a registered practitioner with a minimum of 12 months’ post-registration experience in a critical care area. • Evidence of study at degree level is required. • You should be working within a critical care environment for a minimum of 18 hours per week with access to Level 3 patients during the duration of the course to undertake the competencies associated with the module assessment.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £1,980 Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Endodontology www.chester.ac.uk/pg/endodontology Formby College
Part-time: 3 years
Department of Social Work and Interprofessional Education, Faculty of Health and Social Care
October 2020 / January 2021
MSc
Our course provides in-depth training in the latest endodontic techniques and skills, and demonstrates both classic and contemporary ideas that you will find immediately useful in your dental clinics. Your confidence in cleaning, shaping and filling root canals will increase – and become more profitable and enjoyable. Why study Endodontology with us?
The Learning Experience
This course is delivered by a University of Chester approved partner organisation, simplyendo (www.simplyendo.com), who have delivered the course for over ten years. The teaching will take place at simplyendo’s latest dedicated endodontic teaching centre based in Formby, Liverpool. The endodontic training centre is unique in the UK and has modern equipment, spacious teaching rooms and a fantastically enthusiastic team delivering the course.
You will be taught using both interactive seminar discussions in small groups and extensively via ‘hands-on’ sessions. Group sizes will be limited to ensure the best possible experience for you.
What will I learn? Our modules cover all aspects of endodontology, from biology, through diagnosis, to different treatment modalities, including the use of contemporary techniques and equipment such as the operating dental microscope. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Assessment is via a mixture of literature reviews, case presentations, short question and answer papers and practical OSCE exams. Contact hours are three per week. You will also be expected to undertake seven to ten hours of private study per week. Entry Requirements You must be a qualified dentist and, while experience is helpful, it isn’t essential. You must also be registered with the General Dental Council (or equivalent in your own country). If your first language is not English, then you must have IELTS at a minimum level of 6.5.
Fee for Research Methods module only: £660 Please email info@simplyendo.com for more course fees information. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Integrated Approaches to Urgent Care across Community Settings* www.chester.ac.uk/pg/iauccs Riverside Campus, Chester. Marriss House (Birkenhead), Leighton and Warrington
Part-time: 2 years (Postgraduate Diploma), 1 year (Postgraduate Certificate)
Department of Public Health and Wellbeing, Faculty of Health and Social Care
October 2020 / January 2021
Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
There has been ongoing and sustained increase in the pressure on emergency and urgent care, community interventions, primary healthcare and public health to effectively respond to the needs of the population. This course supports community practitioners in developing expertise in assessing, treating and managing people who present with complex needs. Why study Integrated Approaches to Urgent Care across Community Settings with us? Our course is designed to foster the development of your intellectual/ cognitive skills. The close alignment of our teaching, learning and assessment methods foster engagement with others in practice and education settings, in order to share ideas and develop critical, analytical and reflective skills. You will be encouraged to challenge current thinking and practice. Seminars and group work will provide forums for you to articulate thoughts, feelings and beliefs, and develop skills in constructing intellectual concepts for debate. Our course will draw on the expertise of a range of NHS and academic professionals, and is supported by the Faculty of Health and Social Care. The course will also draw upon research conducted at the University of Chester that analyses the numbers and needs of people who arrive at accident and emergency departments.
What will I learn? This course will cover relevant topics such as utilising public health data, relationship building, and appraisal of services, referral systems and interventions. We will examine pharmacological good practice; consider implications of legal frameworks for practice; and study emotional resilience, assisted living techniques and technologies that put individuals in control of their care. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Please see: www.chester.ac.uk/fees-per-module Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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The Learning Experience The course will appeal to diverse health and social care professionals. Each 20-credit module requires 200 hours’ learning, including time spent in contact with tutors. Learning is delivered through face-to-face teaching with technology-supported learning. You will be assessed via a range of assignments, presentations and portfolio work.
Entry Requirements You will need to be a healthcare or social care qualified professional. Applicants will need to possess either a relevant Level 6 qualification or apply for Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL). APEL applications will be supported by our own APEL tutor. *Subject to validation
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Master of Public Health www.chester.ac.uk/pg/master-of-public-health Riverside Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Public Health and Wellbeing, Faculty of Health and Social Care
September 2020
MPH
This course is likely to be attractive to both medical and non-medical graduates. Our range of modules will offer you excellent opportunities to develop your skills in areas such as epidemiology; policy development and analysis; leadership; and the collaborative working required to tackle determinants of health that transcend national boundaries. Why study the Master of Public Health with us?
The Learning Experience
With the increasing emphasis on health protection, promotion and disease prevention, a variety of new career opportunities have been generated for people with a postgraduate qualification in public health.
Teaching strategies include e-learning, seminars and group work.
The Public Health Skills and Career Framework (UK) has been used to define and organise the core areas of knowledge and relevant skills into our five core modules. Thus, all of the key public health competency areas are embedded into the course. Even if your academic background is not directly in public health, we would encourage you to apply, particularly if you are working in the public health, social or community sectors in some capacity. The course is supported by a range of high-profile speakers who are all experts in their fields.
What will I learn? The course is modular; each module is worth 20 credits at Level 7. You will have 200 hours of learning per module, which includes approximately 30 hours of direct contact. The areas of study will include contemporary public health issues and evidence-based public health, including concepts, principles and methods of evaluation.
We will use a variety of assessment methods to assess your understanding. Formative assessment includes self- and peer assessment. Summative assessment includes the submission of essays, analysis of case studies, data analyses and oral presentations. You will have a minimum of 12 hours’ taught contact each week, and you will be expected to complete up to 140 hours’ independent study for each module.
Entry Requirements Normally, applicants should have an appropriate university degree or equivalent qualification. Alternatively, students with relevant experience may be able to apply through the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) route. Overseas applicants whose first language is not English will need to have a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent English language qualifications.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Maternal and Women’s Reproductive Health www.chester.ac.uk/pg/maternal-and-womens-reproductive-health Riverside Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Midwifery, Child and Reproductive Health, Faculty of Health and Social Care
September 2020
MSc
Our MSc is designed for students who wish to progress their midwifery/women’s health career in today’s healthcare climate. It will provide you with an understanding of contemporary maternal and women’s health issues, and advance your knowledge in professional practice. The MSc is informed by an understanding of the environment in which clinicians operate. Why study Maternal and Women’s Reproductive Health with us?
The Learning Experience
The Department of Midwifery, Child and Reproductive Health has a wealth of expertise to offer to students. Each lecturer has an area of specialist interest which means that students are able to access support which is most suited to their own area of study. Indeed, the Department has a proven consistent and strong track record of providing excellent student support, and this is evident from student feedback, evaluations and surveys.
The course is taught at Riverside Campus in Chester. We will use a facilitative and flexible approach to learning, including formal lectures, group discussions, presentations, group work and e-learning.
The course offers a degree of flexibility in regard to module choice, and students are supported on an individual basis by the Programme Leader. This means that you will have the opportunity to access personalised advice and guidance in regard to module choice for your intended career pathway.
What will I learn? Topics include: governance and leadership impacting on maternity and women’s health; exploring the parameters of and promoting normality in the childbirth continuum; evaluating the impact of global aspects of women’s health; critical care delivery in the maternity index; reviewing and managing the rise in maternal obesity; examination of the newborn; and contraceptive and sexual health (CASH). For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum (MSc) Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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We use a variety of assessment strategies throughout the course. These include essays, reflections, poster presentations, unseen exams, portfolios of learning, OSCEs and oral examinations.
Entry Requirements • An honours degree (minimum 2:1 or equivalent), or a portfolio of evidence demonstrating personal and professional development equivalent to degree level. • Evidence of recent study or writing at an appropriate level. • Relevant workplace experience of at least one year. • IELTS level 7 in all areas for students whose first language is not English. Applicants will be required to attend an interview or alternatively be available for a telephone interview.
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Non-Medical Prescribing (Chester/Warrington/Wirral) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/non-medical-prescribing Riverside Campus, Chester; Warrington Campus; and Wirral (Marriss House), on a rotational basis
Part-time: 6 months
Department of Public Health and Wellbeing, Faculty of Health and Social Care
September 2020 / March 2021
No formal award
Non-Medical Prescribing is an extended role for suitable qualified nurses, midwives, pharmacists and allied health professionals. We offer a Non-Medical Prescribing course which employs a blended learning approach that is appealing to the busy healthcare professional of today. Why study Non-Medical Prescribing with us?
The Learning Experience
The design and structure of our course provides flexibility of study in order for you to tailor your learning to suit your needs.
Our course structure employs an interactive web-based package of learning materials, supervised practice days and taught contact days at the University, building a flexible, blended learning approach.
Key to our blended learning approach are the University’s excellent library and IT facilities. You will be able to access the learning materials provided in an electronic format at places and times that fit around your work and lifestyle. This course meets rigorous professional and academic standards, and prepares the qualified healthcare professional for an extended and enhanced role, which will improve service to patients and give greater job satisfaction through holistic care provision.
What will I learn? This 40-credit course covers aspects of pharmacology, consultation, examination and prescribing practice. The module employs shared learning by nurses, pharmacists, and allied health professionals. All elements of the module must be successfully completed in order for you to register as a Non-Medical Prescriber.
Home/EU students: Full course fee: £1,630 Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
Assessment involves a portfolio addressing course learning outcomes, a pharmacology and drug calculation examination, evaluation of competence in practice with a designated medical practitioner, designated prescribing practitioner or practice assessor, and an OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination) assessment with viva.
Entry Requirements The applicant must: • be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (nurses and midwives), or the General Pharmaceutical Council (pharmacists), or the Health and Care Professions Council (relevant allied health professionals) • be professionally practising in an environment where there is an identified need for the individual to regularly prescribe • be able to demonstrate support from their employer/sponsor/designated clinical assessor • have the mandatory relevant post-qualification experience as set by the relevant professional governing body • have up-to-date clinical, pharmacological knowledge relevant to the area of prescribing • have a valid Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure.
Course Accreditation: Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC); General Pharmaceutical Council (GPC); Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
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Non-Medical Prescribing (Shrewsbury) www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk/pg/non-medical-prescribing University Centre Shrewsbury
Part-time: 6 months
No formal award
September 2020 / March 2021
This new Master’s degree offers practical support to health and social care practitioners undertaking quality improvement or service evaluations. On completion of this course, practitioners will feel confident in their ability to manage a challenging quality improvement and to evaluate changes made. Why study Non-Medical Prescribing with us?
The Learning Experience
The design and structure of our course provides flexibility of study in order for you to tailor your learning to suit your needs.
Our course structure employs an interactive web-based package of learning materials, supervised practice days and taught contact days at the University Centre, building a flexible, blended learning approach.
Key to our blended learning approach are the University Centre’s excellent library and IT facilities. You will be able to access the learning materials provided in an electronic format at places and times that fit around your work and lifestyle. This course meets rigorous professional and academic standards, and prepares the qualified healthcare professional for an extended and enhanced role, which will improve service to patients and give greater job satisfaction through holistic care provision.
What will I learn? This 40-credit course covers aspects of pharmacology, consultation, examination and prescribing practice. The module employs shared learning by nurses, pharmacists, and allied health professionals. All elements of the modules must be successfully completed in order for you to register as a Non-Medical Prescriber. For a full list of modules, visit: www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Full course fee: £1,630 Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Assessment involves a portfolio addressing course learning outcomes, a pharmacology and drug calculation examination, evaluation of competence in practice with a designated medical practitioner, designated prescribing practitioner or practice assessor,, and an OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination) assessment with viva.
Entry Requirements The applicant must: • be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (nurses and midwives), or the General Pharmaceutical Council (pharmacists), or the Health and Care Professions Council (relevant allied health professionals) • be professionally practising in an environment where there is an identified need for the individual to regularly prescribe • be able to demonstrate support from their employer/sponsor/designated clinical assessor • have the mandatory relevant post-qualification experience as set by the relevant professional governing body • have up-to-date clinical, pharmacological knowledge relevant to the area of prescribing • have a valid Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure.
Course Accreditation: Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC); General Pharmaceutical Council (GPC); Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
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Social Work www.chester.ac.uk/pg/social-work Warrington Campus
Full-time: 2 years
Department of Social Work and Interprofessional Education, Faculty of Health and Social Care
January 2021
MA, Postgraduate Diploma
Social workers work closely with other organisations to support and protect children and adults from harm, and to effect personal and social change. Studying Social Work at the University of Chester will offer you an opportunity to develop the skills needed to perform as a social work practitioner in today’s challenging and unpredictable landscape. Why study Social Work with us? Students are taught in small groups in supportive and encouraging environments, and service users and carers are involved throughout the course. Social Work at Warrington Campus has excellent links with Local Authorities and with many private, voluntary and independent agencies, who provide opportunities for supportive learning in practice placements. Teaching staff are qualified and registered social workers, and are able to use their research and practice experience to enhance teaching sessions. We have an excellent relationship with local employers who frequently comment on how impressed they are with our Social Work students. A high percentage of Social Work students from the University of Chester gain employment with local authorities upon completion of the course and registration with HCPC.
Our modules critically explore and examine theories, practice and research in social work with adults and children, as well as human growth and development across the life cycle. Skills sessions are also an integral part of the course. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Entry Requirements • 2:1 (or above) honours degree in any subject. • Grade C/4 in GCSE Maths and English Language. We will also consider Level 2 equivalent qualifications in Maths, but please note we are unable to consider Level 2 equivalent qualifications for English Language. • IT competence.
What will I learn? Social work education is generic, and you will primarily learn about people. For example, what is it that supports strength and resilience? What are the best ways to work with people from a diverse range of backgrounds in the current context?
Home/EU students: £4,052 per annum International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum (MA) Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/scphn Riverside Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Public Health and Wellbeing, Faculty of Health and Social Care
September 2020
MSc, Postgraduate Diploma
This Master’s degree offers practical support to health and social care practitioners undertaking quality improvement or service evaluations. On completion of this course, practitioners will feel confident in their ability to manage a challenging quality improvement and to evaluate changes made. Why study Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN) with us? Our course is designed to support ‘live’ improvement projects and service evaluations. It appreciates the dynamic and complex environment of contemporary service provision, and includes real case studies and presentations from experienced people with a track record of delivery in quality improvement and service evaluation. The underpinning philosophy is that of engagement – ‘all share, all learn’ – and therefore the course provides opportunities for students to learn, support and challenge each other in their improvement efforts. Pathways include: • Health Visiting • School Nursing • Occupational Health Nursing The course is 50% theory and 50% practice and this is integrated across the duration of the course. You will undertake the theoretical component in the University, and undertake the practice component in a community setting under the supervision of a qualified mentor or Practice Teacher from the defined area of practice.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience Two days will be given to practice outside University per week, plus there will be two study days in University. Teaching methods include classroom contact, seminars and tutorial sessions, which can be individually led or within group context. Placement clusters feature as part of the course, as does study time. Examples of assessment methods include written assignments, exams, presentations and portfolios.
Entry Requirements Applicants must be registered on the appropriate part of the NMC Register for their chosen pathway. Ideally, practitioners will have a minimum of two years’ relevant post-registration experience and support from a sponsoring trust. Applicants must also have successfully completed a degree in Nursing or a health-related field, or equivalent. It is essential that you have a clean driving licence, and that you have access to a car for travelling and work purposes within practice.
What will I learn? You will undertake three core modules, which involve: research; therapeutic practice and safeguarding vulnerable groups; and health improvement and wellbeing. You will also undertake three specialist modules, including: leadership; advanced specialist practice; and practice learning skills within your own area of practice. Additionally, you will select one optional module.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £830 Full course fee: £7,470 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum (MSc) Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Specialist Practice Community www.chester.ac.uk/pg/specialist-practice-community Riverside Campus, Chester
Full-time: 2 years (MSc) / 40 weeks (Postgraduate Diploma), Part-time: 4 years (MSc) / 2 years (Postgraduate Diploma)
Department of Public Health and Wellbeing, Faculty of Health and Social Care
September 2020
MSc, Postgraduate Diploma
Specialist practitioners are defined as leaders who are able to exercise higher levels of judgement and discretion. This course provides student-centred and interdisciplinary opportunities for the development of a critically informed specialist practitioner in community nursing who will be instrumental in changing and developing nursing practice. Why study Specialist Practice Community with us?
The Learning Experience
The overarching aim of our course is to produce a competent, independent community practitioner working at postgraduate level, capable of promoting the development and delivery of community nursing practice across a variety of settings.
We use a range of teaching strategies within the course, such as lectures, tutorials and e-learning.
Pathways include: • District Nursing • Mental Health Nursing • Learning Disability Nursing • General Practice Nursing • Community Childrens’ Nursing The course is 50% theory and 50% practice and this is integrated across the duration of the course. You will undertake the theoretical component in the University, and undertake the practice component in a community setting under the supervision of a qualified Practice Assessor and Practice Supervisor from the defined area of practice.
What will I learn? Our modules focus upon contemporary themes such as public health and leadership in addition to specialist practice. District Nursing students undertake Community Practitioner Nurse Prescribing as a module.
Practice is assessed via a Practice Learning Portfolio under the supervision of a qualified Mentor or Practice Teacher. Modules are assessed in a variety of ways, e.g. examinations, assignments, presentations, oral examination and portfolio. There is also the opportunity for the Pathway Lead to visit you and your Mentor in practice to aid learning and support. This will allow you to reflect upon your practice and to show progression within the course.
Entry Requirements • Registration on the appropriate part of the NMC register • Completion of an honours degree in nursing or a health-related field • Normally, a minimum of two years’ post-registration experience • Successful/undertaking completion of a Level 6 Mentorship module • Support from the sponsoring trust or organisation • Evidence of practice in a closely related area of specialism
You will also critically explore current political drivers which impact directly upon clinical practice. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £830 Full course fee: £7,470 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum (MSc) Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Doctor of Professional Studies (DProf ) in Health and Social Care www.chester.ac.uk/pg/dprof-hsc Riverside Campus, Chester and Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Part-time: 5-7 years
Faculty of Health and Social Care
October 2020
DProf
Research into health and social care is of major importance in the current social and economic climate. This increases the demand for practitioners who are able to effectively lead, innovate and evaluate service provision. This course is designed to enable the personal and professional development of individuals working within these areas. Why study the Doctor of Professional Studies (DProf ) in Health and Social Care with us? This course is designed and delivered by a team of academics who are research active and committed to the ongoing development of health and social care policy, practice and service delivery. You will therefore be joining a community where debate and critical thought are both welcomed and fostered. You will be encouraged to reflect upon current practice, explore new ways of thinking, explore new or different theoretical perspectives, and offer new insights into the chosen field of study.
What will I learn? Research methodologies, social theory, philosophy, cultural practices and policy form the major themes around which the modules and teaching is structured. The self-selected doctoral thesis will require you to apply the knowledge and skills that you have gained during the taught components of the course. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: £2,203 per annum International students: £6,516 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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The Learning Experience The first stage of the course comprises five taught modules that are delivered flexibly (predominately classroom based), to fit in with the busy schedules of working professionals. You will study these modules as a member of a group in which collaborative support for learning will be encouraged, and we aim to furnish you with the critical skills to enable you to conduct research at doctoral level. There are a range of assessments, including poster presentations, oral presentations, and written work culminating in the production of a thesis. The five taught modules comprise a total of 2,400 notional hours’ learning time, of which 120 hours are direct contact. Each 40-credit module has 20 hours’ contact time, and each 60-credit module has 30 hours’ contact time. The independent thesis module has a notional learning time of 3,000 hours.
Entry Requirements Applicants must have: • a relevant honours degree (usually minimum of 2:1) • a relevant Master’s degree • a minimum of two years’ experience in their chosen field • IELTS 6.5.
Who is this course for? This course is designed to support graduate professionals working across diverse health and social care sectors to conduct doctoral research in this complex and evolving arena.
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Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/drph Riverside Campus, Chester
Full-time: 3 years, Part-time: 4 years
Department of Public Health and Wellbeing, Faculty of Health and Social Care
October 2020
DrPH
This course requires students to carry out a systematic inquiry which makes an original contribution to knowledge in practice. It provides an opportunity for you to focus on developing advanced capabilities and understanding as public health leaders, with a view to making a significant original contribution to public health professional objectives. Why study the Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) with us?
The Learning Experience
Our Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) course takes an innovative multidisciplinary approach, drawing upon international experts in health economics, health protection, communicable disease, epidemiology, social justice, health promotion, biostatistics, and health and social policy.
You will study as a member of a supportive peer group, and will be encouraged to develop distinctive themes for research grounded in your own professional practice.
The course was developed to provide you with the cutting-edge research experience, knowledge and skills to enable you to undertake strategic leadership in public health. Its central aims are to foster an integrated understanding of health and social policies, the systems that create and sustain the uneven distribution of determinants of health, and the critical application of social justice principles to current public health issues.
You will be taught in weekend (and weekdays for full-time students) seminars and workshops, as well as through individual tutorials. Contact hours are 20 per taught module. You will also be expected to undertake 400 hours’ private study per taught module, and 3,000 hours for the thesis.
What will I learn?
The DrPH will enable you to critically and reflectively engage with the principles of public health within your own practice.
The modules can be considered as two strands: public health principles and practice development, and research. Cross-cutting themes throughout this course are ethics, philosophy and practice.
Entry Requirements
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Applicants will have a minimum of a 2:1 honours degree in Public Health or health and social care related discipline, plus a Master’s degree in an appropriate subject. Applicants will also need to satisfy the requirements for English Language, where English is not their first language, which are a minimum score of IELTS 6.5 (with at least 5.5 in each test band) or equivalent.
Home/EU students: Full-time: £4,406 per annum Part-time: £2,203 per annum International students: Full-time: £13,031 per annum Part-time: £6,516 per annum
Who is this course for? There is an expectation that students entering this course will already be or are working towards being higher specialists in public health or at senior policy level.
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Research Group
Health and Social Care The Faculty of Health and Social Care aims to develop highquality research of national/international significance, in our areas of critical expertise. We are interested in applications for research in the following areas: ageing, mental health, pedagogy, public health, and social work and social care.
Social and Political Science Within the Department of Social and Political Science, there is a vibrant research culture with staff engaged in research and knowledge transfer of national and international significance. Our staff teach and research across a wide range of subject areas within the social sciences, reflecting the courses which we offer (www.chester.ac.uk/sps/study).
Our Expertise
Our Expertise
As a student studying within the Faculty, you will benefit from both the intellectual knowledge and supervisory experience offered by our staff.
Our reputation for high-quality research has helped us recruit staff with excellent research profiles, providing us with a breadth and depth of expertise. Our students work in a friendly environment, in contact with researchers in their field of study.
Our research and scholarship agenda has flourished around the five key areas identified above. We aim to promote a research culture where students are enabled to conceptualise, design and conduct high-quality research which has a practical implication within the relative discipline.
How We Will Support You
We have expertise in three areas that capture our research: Space, Place and Sustainability; Health, Well-Being and Welfare; and Social Policy and Inequality. Please look at our staff profiles (www.chester.ac.uk/departments/sps/staff) and publications and contact us to discuss possible supervision.
You will be supported with approaches that are facilitative, enabling and emboldening, while at the same time challenging.
Research by members of the Department is used by governments and nongovernmental groups and networks around the world. The Department’s strong research culture is reflected in regular research seminars and visits from internationally renowned scholars.
Inductions to the wider University and the Faculty are key to laying the fundamental building blocks for your research programme.
How We Will Support You
You will be allocated to a robust supervisory team, who will foster and encourage the development of your research programme by helping to build your self-confidence, motivation and reflexivity. As you progress by working within a framework of independent and reflective learning, you will also develop as a partner within the Faculty’s research community. This will enable you to attend other research-related activities, for example seminars, conferences and training. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to make use of our on-campus facilities. Further information: Dr Louise Taylor Email: l.taylor@chester.ac.uk
As a postgraduate student, you will work alongside academic supervisors who are passionate about the research they do, are at the forefront of developing new ideas, and will challenge you to approach your learning and research with the same professionalism, academic rigour and enthusiasm with which they undertake their research. In addition to having access to supervisors, library facilities, and specialist software for quantitative/qualitative analysis, you will be able to participate in Department, Faculty and cross-University seminars and workshops, in which you will have the opportunity to build skills and network. We also offer links with local and international NGOs, partner organisations and statutory authorities. We constantly seek new ways to work with our postgraduate students to engage with government, industry and the community in order to build productive, sustainable partnerships and tackle some of the fundamental issues and injustices facing us all. Further information: Dr Paul Taylor Email: paul.taylor@chester.ac.uk
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Staff Profile
“The Faculty of Health and Social Care provides opportunities for research across the full range of health and social care topic area. Staff within the Faculty are considered to be experts in their respective fields and are committed to the development of academic and practice-based health and social care provision. Research in our Faculty covers many significant health and social care questions of our time.�
Dr Alan Massey Senior University Teaching Fellow
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History and Archaeology Our courses provide an excellent and supportive academic experience, helping you discover the importance and diversity of the past through historical or archaeological research. Student Profile
“Chester is the perfect city to learn about Archaeology, I enjoyed my undergraduate course and wanted to continue working alongside my lecturers to learn something new about my subject. I am really enjoying the help and friendship of the lecturers, also the respect, understanding and care the department has towards their students.�
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Research Active Staff
Our teaching team are all research active. The history courses are wideranging, allowing you to explore themes from the medieval to the modern day. Archaeological expertise covers a range of prehistoric to medieval periods and everything from heritage management to mortuary archaeology. Students have the opportunity to liaise with external partners and to enhance their research, professional and digital skillsets.
The Department of History and Archaeology is based at Parkgate Road Campus, Chester. In addition to the main campus library, our office at Chester contains our research library, and we have specialist facilities such as archaeological equipment, a laboratory and workroom. University Centre Shrewsbury is located in Shrewsbury, and students here enjoy modern teaching facilities alongside social hubs. At both Chester and Shrewsbury, we have good links with heritage, museum and archive agencies in the local area.
The Department’s researchers explore diverse themes and evidence. Our archaeologists investigate British and European prehistoric and historic periods while the historians’ research interests range across the medieval, early modern and modern periods, and over local, British, European and American history. In the latest Research Excellence Framework (2014), the majority of the Department of History and Archaeology’s research was considered to be of international significance.
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211 Past Landscapes and Environments
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212 Sustainable Heritage Practice (Shrewsbury)
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213 War, Conflict and Society
209 Military History (Shrewsbury)
214 Archaeology (MRes)
210 Museums Practice (Shrewsbury)
215 History (MRes)
You may also be interested in our Gender Studies (MRes) course (page 162).
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Archaeology and Heritage Practice www.chester.ac.uk/pg/archaeology-hp Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of History and Archaeology, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MA
How is the archaeological past managed and interpreted in the UK today? Our MA in Archaeology and Heritage Practice will allow you to investigate and critically appraise how the heritage industry and museums operate and communicate, focusing on archaeological sites and collections in the UK. Why study Archaeology and Heritage Practice with us?
The Learning Experience
Focusing on the UK but also appraising wider European and global themes and trends, our course explores how the past is managed and interpreted in contemporary society.
The principal methods of delivery will be a mixture of lectures, seminars, individual tutorials and field visits to archaeological and heritage sites.
Our focus is on archaeological heritage, enabling you to explore museums and a wide range of other heritage contexts. We utilise field trips to explore case studies from Chester, North Wales, the West Midlands and North West England. You will have the chance to acquire advanced expertise in heritage debates and their current applications. You will also have opportunities to develop your ideas and expertise through a Research Project and a Research Dissertation and have opportunities to work with professional heritage organisations.
What will I learn? You will begin the first term by studying two 20-credit modules that explore research skills for postgraduate study and key themes and debates in heritage practice in the modern world. You will then have the chance to take a further optional 20-credit module in archaeology and develop your own 40-credit Research Project, which works to explore a particular issue or approach in heritage practice today. The degree culminates in a Research Dissertation. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Each module runs for 2.5 hours per week across an eight-week period. You will also undertake 35 hours per week of guided independent study. The Research Project and Research Dissertation are taught through regular supervisory meetings. Assessment is via written work and other methods equivalent to approximately 4,000 words per module. The Research Project is assessed by an 8,000-word report, while your Research Dissertation will be approximately 16,000 words in length.
Entry Requirements A 2:1 honours degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent qualification is required. Consideration will be given to those who hold a lower classification who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully.
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Archaeology of Death and Memory www.chester.ac.uk/pg/archaeology-dm Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of History and Archaeology, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MA
How and why have the dead been treated and commemorated so differently from prehistory to the present day? Our MA in Archaeology of Death and Memory explores the complex history of death and memory from the hunter-gatherer societies of the Palaeolithic to recent times. Why study Archaeology of Death and Memory with us?
The Learning Experience
Our course is an exciting, cross-period postgraduate course of global application. It will allow you to examine and gain advanced expertise in the study of death, burial and commemoration in the human past, shedding light on debates and concerns of our present day.
The principal methods of delivery will be a mixture of lectures, seminars, individual tutorials and field visits to archaeological and heritage sites.
The course focuses on archaeology but is unusually cross-disciplinary. You will explore debates that connect archaeology to research themes shared across the humanities and social sciences, including studies of ritual, the body, material culture, memory and mortality. Consequently, this degree will interest those with first degrees in archaeology or history, and also those with backgrounds in other disciplines.
What will I learn? You will begin the first term by studying two 20-credit modules that explore research skills for postgraduate study and key themes and debates in mortuary archaeology. You will be able to explore themes such as archaeology and the body, and archaeologies of memory, plus a further optional 20-credit module in archaeology. The degree culminates in an original Research Dissertation of 80 credits. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Each module runs for 2.5 hours per week across an eight-week period. You will also undertake 35 hours per week of guided independent study. The Research Dissertation is taught through regular supervisory meetings. The Programme Leader will also serve as your Personal Tutor. Assessment for the core and optional modules is via written work and other methods equivalent to approximately 4,000 words per 20-credit module. The Research Dissertation will be approximately 16,000 words in length.
Entry Requirements A 2:1 honours degree or equivalent qualification in archaeology or any relevant discipline is required. Consideration will be given to those who hold a lower classificaiton who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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History www.chester.ac.uk/pg/history Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of History and Archaeology, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MA
Our MA course will allow you to build upon existing historical interests, while also acquiring new expertise in a range of exciting historical topics. At the same time, the course places great weight on key research techniques, helping you to develop and enhance the skills that historians use when approaching the past. Why study History with us?
The Learning Experience
The MA in History is taught by a range of different historians, all of whom possess expertise in the latest historical theories and approaches. Our academics also have broad chronological and geographical interests, which help to make this both a stimulating and varied course.
Teaching is flexible, but is primarily based upon seminars and individual tutorials.
You will be able to dip into the history of the Medieval and Early Modern periods or, if you so wish, explore more recent examples of the past. British, wider European and American history also feature prominently in the course, which confirms the Department’s belief in exploring the multiplicity and variety of history.
What will I learn? You will begin the first term by studying two core modules; one covers advanced historical research skills and the other will introduce you to key approaches to the discipline. In the second term, you will have a choice of three optional modules, which have both a thematic and chronological breadth. Finally, you will also conduct an original Research Dissertation, based on a topic of your choice, subject to the approval of your supervisors. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Each module runs for 2.5 hours per week across an eight-week period. You will also undertake 35 hours per week of guided independent study. The Research Dissertation is taught through regular meetings with a dedicated research supervisor. Assessment for the core and optional modules is via written coursework of approximately 4,000 words, comprising essays, literature reviews, reports and oral presentations. Your Research Dissertation will be approximately 16,000 words in length.
Entry Requirements A 2:1 honours degree in history or any relevant discipline or an equivalent qualification is required. Consideration will be given to those who hold a lower classification who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully.
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Military History (Shrewsbury) www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk/pg/military-history University Centre Shrewsbury
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
MA
October 2020
The course provides a firm and varied grounding in the theory and academic practice of military History. Certain aspects and periods of warfare are considered in depth. In mostly addressing the study of British military history, content is chronologically broad and engaging, reflecting the huge and fascinating scope of the discipline. Why study Military History with us? The MA in Military History engages with traditional military history – campaigns, generalship, tactics and weaponry, for example. However, as the renowned 19th-century German military theoretician Carl von Clausewitz argued, “War is not an independent phenomenon, but the continuation of politics by different means”. Accordingly, the course embraces scholarship more broadly viewing the place and effect of war and of the military within society as a whole, including logistical, economic, political and motivational themes; approaches collectively now considered as forming ‘new military history’. University Centre Shrewsbury allows you to study at the heart of a rich military heritage. The town of Shrewsbury, the county of Shropshire, and the wider region have a military history spanning at least 2,000 years.
What will I learn? Students studying for the Master’s degree, either full or part time, complete six modules. The Theory and History of Western Warfare and Research Methods and Skills in History are compulsory and studied by full- and part-time students in the first semester of the course. Optional modules are taken in the second semester. Full-time students study three modules. Part-time students may study one optional module in their first year and two in the second, or vice versa. The Military History Research Dissertation is compulsory.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk
The Learning Experience Teaching approaches are flexible, including lectures, seminars/discussions, workshops and individual tutorials. All modules (apart from the Research Dissertation and Research Extended Essay) have eight timetabled sessions, each of two-and-a-half-hours duration. These sessions are currently scheduled during the daytime, usually within office hours. Each taught module is assessed by means of written coursework of approximately 4,000 words in total. Assignments currently comprise essays, analysis of primary sources, and a book review. The Research Methods and Skills module also includes an oral presentation.
Entry Requirements A 2:1 honours degree in any relevant discipline or an equivalent qualification is required. Consideration will be given to those who hold a lower classification who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully. Admission is by written application and interview.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Museums Practice (Shrewsbury) www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk/pg/museums-practice University Centre Shrewsbury
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
MSc
October 2020
Museums are an integral part of the present, and a resource for the future. By studying how museums function, you will be working in an exciting and expanding, as well as an increasingly complex, subject area.
Why study Museums Practice with us?
The Learning Experience
In studying Museums Practice, you will have access to a wide range of resources, such as museum services and their collections across Shrewsbury and Shropshire. We have strong links to heritage organisations and their resources, including English Heritage and the National Trust. We aim to equip you with the knowledge and skills to operate within the broader heritage industry, such as in museums, but also with heritage and planning agencies, local authorities and international organisations, private enterprises and civic organisations.
Teaching methods draw on a mixture of lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical sessions and field visits. You will also benefit from the contribution of practising museum and heritage professionals.
Our course blends theory and practice, with opportunity to gain ‘hands-on’ experience and to participate in research projects.
What will I learn? The Museums Practice course will equip you with the competencies to work with a wide variety of museum collections, in varying cultural contexts. Applied research is prioritised, and links are established with the new multimillion pound museum and art gallery development in Shrewsbury, as well as museum-based visitor attractions throughout Shropshire. For a full list of modules, visit: www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Assessments include written coursework (such as essays, reviews, reports) and oral presentations. These assessments are designed to measure the key skills which you should acquire at Master’s-level study.
Entry Requirements A 2:1 honours degree in a relevant discipline or an equivalent qualification is required. Prior experience in the museum and heritage sectors can be taken into account alongside academic qualifications. Consideration will be given to those who hold a lower classification who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully.
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Past Landscapes and Environments www.chester.ac.uk/pg/past-landscapes-environments Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of History and Archaeology, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MA
To study past landscapes and environments is to explore the interactions between people and the world they inhabit. At Chester, our innovative MA course aims to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue this fascinating subject, whether your background is in history, archaeology or another humanities subject. Why study Past Landscapes and Environments with us?
The Learning Experience
This course will introduce you to the principal theoretical and practical approaches to past landscapes and environments, drawing on current research from across the humanities. Topics are taught thematically and address a range of issues, from the structuring of space in urban environments and the construction of monumental architecture, to the relationship between humans and the environment.
The principal methods of delivery include a mixture of lectures, seminars, practical workshops and labs, individual tutorials, and field visits.
We take a broad chronological and geographic perspective, providing you with cross-cultural perspectives on key topics. The result is a truly multidisciplinary course suitable for those from an archaeological or historical background and relevant both for further academic study and professional development.
What will I learn? You will begin the first term by studying two 20-credit modules covering advanced research skills and key theoretical approaches, and a 20-credit module from a range of options. In the second term, you will choose from a selection of 20-credit modules, offering thematic and chronological breadth. The Landscape Research Essay option offers a chance for independent research on a subject of your choice. The degree culminates in an original Research Dissertation of 80 credits.
The Research Dissertation is taught through regular supervisory meetings. Assessment for the core and optional modules is via written work and other methods equivalent to approximately 4,000 words per 20-credit module. The Research Dissertation will be approximately 16,000 words in length. Each module runs for 2.5 hours per week across an eight-week period. You will also undertake 35 hours per week of guided independent study.
Entry Requirements A 2:1 honours degree or equivalent qualification in archaeology, history or any relevant discipline is required. Consideration will be given to those who hold a lower classification who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Sustainable Heritage Practice (Shrewsbury) www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk/pg/sustainable-heritage-practice University Centre Shrewsbury
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
MSc
October 2020
Heritage is crucial for the collective memories and sustainability of communities, as well as for the personal development of individuals. It can also be a potent economic, environmental and political asset. This course explores the concepts, approaches and methodologies of heritage practice, informed by this multifaceted approach to heritage assets. Why study Sustainable Heritage Practice with us?
The Learning Experience
In studying Sustainable Heritage Practice, you will have access to a wide range of heritage resources and their collections across Shrewsbury and Shropshire. There are also strong links to a number of heritage organisations and their resources, including English Heritage and the National Trust. With a focus on sustainable heritage practice, we aim to equip you with the knowledge and skills to operate within the broader heritage industry, including heritage and planning agencies, local authorities, international organisations, private enterprises and civic organisations.
Our course blends theory and practice, with plenty of opportunity to become involved in field studies, gaining ‘hands-on’ experience and to participate in research projects with real-life outputs.
What will I learn?
Assessments include written coursework (such as essays, reviews, reports – including group work) and oral presentations (both individual and group work). These assessments are designed to measure the key skills which you should acquire at Master’s-level study, such as communication, working with others, and problem solving.
You will be provided with the competences needed to meet the multiple challenges of contemporary heritage management; working with cultural and natural heritage, and attending to not only the survivability and inherent qualities of sites, objects and traditions, but also to the different claims and stakes that often surround them. The course will equip you through theory and practice to work in the increasingly complex heritage field. For a full list of modules, visit: www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Teaching methods draw on a mixture of lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical sessions and field visits. You will also benefit from the contribution of heritage professionals and those working in a range of professions across the built and natural environments.
Entry Requirements Possession of a 2:1 honours degree in a relevant discipline or an equivalent qualification is required. Consideration will be given to those who hold a lower classification or alternative professional experience who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully.
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War, Conflict and Society www.chester.ac.uk/pg/war-conflict-society Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of History and Archaeology, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MA
This innovative MA course will challenge you to think critically about the impact of warfare on past societies and how the historical legacies of conflict resonate in our world today. It offers a broad and in-depth exploration of these themes, allowing you to gain advanced expertise in historical research and scholarship. Why study War, Conflict and Society with us?
The Learning Experience
The course offers an excellent opportunity to explore the social history of warfare within a European and a global context. This broad historical narrative will provide you with the opportunity to study specific themes in depth, to understand the form and nature of warfare through the ages, and to contribute to the academic debate surrounding the relationship between conflict and society.
Teaching is varied and includes lectures, seminars and individual tutorials, and some modules include field trips. The Research Dissertation is structured around regular individual supervisory sessions.
The County of Cheshire has had a long association with war and conflict. Chester has been the site of a siege, of convalescence and a reception centre for refugees displaced by conflict, and is also home to the Cheshire Military Museum and archive.
Assessment for the core and optional modules is via coursework of approximately 4,000 words, comprising essays, literature reviews, primary source commentaries and oral presentations. Your Research Dissertation will be approximately 16,000 words in length.
What will I learn?
Entry Requirements
You will receive a firm grounding in advanced historical skills and an introduction to the key historiographical approaches in the discipline in the first term. In the second term, you will have the freedom to select three optional modules from a variety of modules. Alongside these modules (and for the duration of the year), you will work closely with a supervisor on a Research Dissertation based on a topic of your choice.
A 2:1 honours degree in history or any relevant discipline or an equivalent qualification is required. Consideration will also be given to those who hold a lower classification who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully.
Each module runs for 2.5 hours per week across an eight-week period. You will also undertake 35 hours per week of guided independent study.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Archaeology (MRes) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/archaeology-mres Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of History and Archaeology, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MRes
Our MRes in Archaeology offers an excellent opportunity to conduct original archaeological research into a chosen topic and become proficient in advanced research skills and project management. The course also provides ideal preparation for MPhil/ PhD research and valuable training for a career in the archaeology and heritage sectors. Why study the Archaeology (MRes) with us?
The Learning Experience
Our course provides a thorough grounding in the current archaeological theory and method, and will lead to the completion of a 28,000-word Research Dissertation.
The principal methods of delivery for taught modules will be a mixture of lectures, seminars, individual tutorials and field visits to archaeological and heritage sites. The Research Dissertation is taught through regular supervisory meetings.
We offer supervision in a broad range of archaeological and heritage subjects and topics for Britain and neighbouring regions. Our areas of research expertise include: the history and theory of archaeology; Mesolithic archaeology; Iron Age and Roman Britain; Anglo-Saxon and Viking Age archaeology; geoarchaeology; mortuary archaeology; archaeologies of memory, materiality and material culture; art and aesthetics; stone sculpture; and literary heritage.
Each 20-credit module runs for 2.5 hours per week across an eight-week period. The Programme Leader will serve as your Personal Tutor. Assessment for the core modules is via written work and other methods equivalent to approximately 4,000 words per 20-credit module. The Research Dissertation will be approximately 28,000 words in length.
What will I learn?
Entry Requirements
You will begin by studying two 20-credit modules – one exploring research skills for postgraduate study, and a further 20-credit optional module in archaeology. The degree culminates in an original Research Dissertation of 160 credits.
A 2:1 honours degree or equivalent qualification in archaeology or any relevant discipline is required. Applicants will be required to produce up to 300 words describing their research topic, and attend an interview. Consideration will be given to those who hold a lower classification who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
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History (MRes) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/history-mres Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of History and Archaeology, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MRes
Our MRes in History offers an excellent opportunity for you to extend your range and depth of historical knowledge alongside your proficiency in research and project management. It is ideal preparation for a PhD in History as well as a valuable qualification for those pursuing a wide range of careers. Why study the History (MRes) with us?
The Learning Experience
At the heart of the MRes is an extended Research Dissertation which you are free to design around your own historical interests and the Department’s research specialisms. To help you develop your project, the course provides a thorough grounding in the methodologies and advanced skills needed to pursue a sustained research project.
The teaching of the core modules is flexible but is primarily based upon a weekly 2.5-hour seminar. For each module, the seminar runs across eight weeks of the first term. The Research Dissertation is taught through regular meetings with a dedicated research supervisor.
The Department can offer supervision in a broad range of historical periods and subjects. Our research specialisms range from the medieval through to the modern, from the Low Countries in the 14th and 15th centuries to American-Soviet relations during the Cold War, and encompass British, European and American History.
What will I learn? Alongside the Research Dissertation on an individual topic chosen by you, there are two core modules – Research Methods and Skills in History and Approaches to Historiography. Both core modules are designed to immerse you in the skills of historical research and literature review as preparation for undertaking the in-depth research required for the Research Dissertation.
Assessment for the two core modules is via written coursework of approximately 4,000 words, comprising essays, literature reviews and oral presentations. Your Research Dissertation will be approximately 28,000 words in length.
Entry Requirements A 2:1 honours degree in history or any relevant discipline, or suitable equivalent qualification, is required. Consideration will be given to those who hold a lower classification who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully. Applicants will be required to produce up to 300 words describing their research topic, and attend an interview.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
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History and Archaeology
Our Department is committed to high-quality research in history, archaeology and heritage. We explore diverse themes and evidence, ranging from the prehistoric to historical archaeology of Britain and Europe, to the history of the medieval, early modern and modern periods in Britain, Europe and America.
Our Expertise
How We Will Support You
The Department of History and Archaeology has an impressive record of publications, outreach and funding capture. We offer expertise in the following areas:
Joining the Department of History and Archaeology offers you a chance to study in an interdisciplinary research environment. We aim to provide various aspects of practical postgraduate training, ranging from digital research skills to career development, as well as opportunities for involvement in teaching and organising research events. Your supervisory team will mentor you and work with you to identify training needs and developments.
History: the ecclesiastical and political history of early medieval England; the social history of the Low Countries in the late medieval period; landscape history; early modern and modern British and European military and political history; the English Civil War; popular culture, protest and politics in the 19th and 20th centuries; 19th-20th-century social and cultural British history; gender, immigration and minority studies; youth and leisure culture in the modern period; modern American history; and 20th-century German history. Archaeology: human osteology; mortuary archaeology; Mesolithic archaeology of Britain and Europe; Iron Age and Roman Britain; early medieval British and Scandinavian archaeology; early medieval Insular art; environmental and landscape archaeology; public archaeology; heritage management and practice; experimental archaeology; and archaeology and memory.
Research is fostered through regular seminars and meetings at Departmental, Faculty and University levels. There are annual support opportunities for students to present and attend at conferences as well as to conduct archive or other research trips. Further information: Professor Meggen Gondek Email: m.gondek@chester.ac.uk
Research strengths and interests of staff fall under one or more of the three research clusters: ‘Giving Voice: Diverse Narratives of People, Places and Objects’; ‘People and Place: Past Landscapes & Environments’; and ‘Memory and Mortality: Death, Burial and Commemoration’.
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“When you join the Department of History and Archaeology, you will become part of a research team recognised for the range and quality of our research. As internationally recognised specialists in our field, we not only offer expertise and guidance, but pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant and active research environment.�
Professor Meggen Gondek Head of History and Archaeology
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Law Designed for students with a legal background, the course provides the opportunity to obtain critical awareness and knowledge of contemporary legal topics.
Student Profile
“Law is a particularly competitive area and having an extra qualification or added work experience can really help you to stand out. The course is diverse in its subject matter covering a wide range of contemporary topics that I feel will be relevant to current and future legal research. It also includes modules that aid the basis and understanding of conducting research and managing a workload, which will also be vital in a future legal career.� Ella Blackaby LLM in Contemporary Legal Studies
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Campus and Facilities
Research Active Staff
The city of Chester has a long held connection with the law which it retains to the present day. The University of Chester Law School has forged strong links with the city’s legal professions and offers a classical approach to the study of law, but also one which embeds key professional skills into the course. It is home to both the Forum for Research into Equality and Diversity (FRED) and the Chester Legal History Forum (CLHiF).
The Law School was established in 2004 and is now an established part of the legal community based in Chester and the surrounding area. The Law School is located in dedicated buildings close to the Parkgate Road Campus in Chester, just a short walk from Chester’s historic city centre. Students here benefit from modern teaching and learning amenities, excellent fitness facilities, as well as social and catering hubs, all on one site.
The Law School benefits from research active academic staff, as well as dedicated and experienced lawyers, coming from both academic and practitioner backgrounds. Research areas currently revolve around five main areas: equality and diversity; human rights; legal history; international law; and socio-legal research. Many of our staff supervise dissertation projects, and also regularly host events, seminars and workshops around their research interests.
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LLM in Contemporary Legal Studies www.chester.ac.uk/pg/llm Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2-3 years
University of Chester Law School, Faculty of Social Science
October 2020
LLM
This course is designed for students with a legal background who wish to pursue further study and research into legal topics of contemporary interest. Those completing the LLM will become competent in advanced critical thinking and legal analysis, and be able to use these skills in the legal sector or elsewhere. Why study the LLM in Contemporary Legal Studies with us?
The Learning Experience
This course offers you an excellent opportunity to obtain critical awareness and knowledge of current legal issues in a variety of legal areas. The LLM will appeal to those wanting to enhance their prospects of a legal career plus those already qualified and working who want to improve their professional skills and status.
The LLM is delivered on a half day each week over two semesters. The teaching hours will normally be six hours per week.
Our course includes optional modules on: employment law; discrimination law; issues in criminal law, justice and evidence; and personal injury and medical law.
We offer a variety of assessment methods: written coursework, oral examinations, group presentations, time-constrained assessments, case reviews, publication reviews and written exams.
What will I learn?
Entry Requirements
You will study three compulsory modules: Developing and Managing Research, Legal Theory in the Common Law, and Conflict of Laws, which looks at issues in international law. You will then choose three specialised modules. Optional modules draw upon the current research specialisms of the teaching team. These areas include discrimination and employment law, personal injury and medical law, environmental justice, and criminal law and criminal justice. Optional modules are offered subject to minimum numbers.
Applicants will normally need a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in law, or combined law degree. Alternatively, they may have completed the GDL (Graduate Diploma in Law) or Level 6 CILEx (Chartered Institute of Legal Executives). Credit exemption may be given for certified or experiential learning taken during the previous five years.
Having undertaken all six taught modules, you will complete a supervised dissertation on your chosen topic. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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The course is taught using lectures, seminars, workshops and presentations, and these will be supplemented by private study.
Research Group
Law
The University of Chester Law School is at the cutting edge of legal education with a forward-looking atmosphere – ideal for those wishing to undertake innovative research. We have created The Forum for Research into Equality and Diversity (www.chester.ac.uk/ FRED) and a Chester Legal History Forum (CLHiF). Our Expertise
How We Will Support You
As a student pursuing research at the Law School, you will benefit from both the research and supervisory experience offered by our staff members. Research activity in the School focuses on five main areas: equality and diversity; human rights; legal history; international law; and socio-legal research in equality law, family law, criminal law, criminal justice, and the development of legal education. We are keen to hear from students who would like to research in these areas.
The Law School provides a welcoming, motivating and supporting environment for research students. You will be encouraged to engage in the organisation of seminars and conferences as part of CLHiF and FRED. Equally, you will also be encouraged to network and attend conferences in your area of specialism.
Current students are researching in the areas of: sport and positive action; legal history; gender and the legal profession; neurodiversity; and legal education. The Forum for Research into Equality and Diversity has previously been awarded Noon Centre’s Global Equality and Diversity Research Award for its approach towards collaborative research across the UK and beyond.
We offer Faculty and Departmental-level training and support so that you will have the opportunity to develop your research and publication skills. We also provide a dedicated postgraduate room in the Law School’s friendly and comfortable dedicated building. Further information: Professor Chantal Davies Email: chantal.davies@chester.ac.uk
The Law School provides a welcoming, motivating and supporting environment for research students. You will be encouraged to engage in the organisation of seminars and conferences as part of CLHiF and FRED. Equally, you will also be encouraged to network and attend conferences in your area of specialism.
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Mathematics Located on the University’s Thornton Science Park, students have the opportunity to enjoy excellent facilities alongside on-site science and technology-based companies.
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Mathematics Why Study? Our tutors are passionate about mathematics and are enthusiastic to share this passion with students. In addition to your regular timetabled classes, we may use tutorials, practicals, workshops and group discussions to support your studies. Each year, we organise a specialised mathematics careers event, including talks and one-to-one sessions with: graduate employers from a range of sectors, Chester Mathematics graduates, and expert careers advisers.
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You will be based at Thornton Science Park, where students, academic researchers and on-site commercial enterprises work alongside each other and continue the legacy of innovation in the North West. You will have access to up-to-date Windows and Mac computer suites, a dedicated Games Zone and the on-site Sutton Library. Thornton is a working science park in which students have the opportunity to gain a first-hand insight into working in a professional and career-focused environment.
Research in the University of Chester’s Department of Mathematics is conducted by a vibrant and enthusiastic group of active Mathematicians whose work focuses on Mathematical Modelling, Numerical Analysis, Analysis of PDEs and Stochastic PDEs, Mathematical Biology and Group Algebras and their applications. We have strong links with mathematicians in other centres and also have co-workers from across Europe and beyond, forming an expanding network of
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Mathematics www.chester.ac.uk/pg/mathematics Thornton Science Park
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2-3 years
Department of Physical Sciences, Faculty of Science and Engineering
October 2020
MSc
Our course focuses on applied and computational Mathematics, which is our team’s research specialism. You will have the opportunity to develop both subject-specific skills (applicable in, for example, the biosciences, finance sector and engineering) and key transferable skills (including IT, problem solving, and written and oral communication). Why study Mathematics with us?
The Learning Experience
We have put together a course to cater for the needs of both Single Honours Mathematics graduates and graduates who have studied Mathematics as part of a degree – for example, you may have studied Mathematics as part of a joint honours course or as part of a physics-related degree.
We employ a variety of study methods, such as lectures, tutorials (including one-to-one), problem-solving classes and workshops.
You will have the opportunity to work on projects directly linked to the programme team’s own research, which includes work of both a theoretical and practical nature. You will also have access to specialist mathematics computing facilities and a well-stocked library, including electronic resources. We have a number of resources in place to facilitate part-time study, and we welcome enquiries from people who wish to pursue their academic studies while remaining in employment.
What will I learn? You will be be taught about the development of mathematical systems and how they are used to simulate and better understand real-world systems. You will also be introduced to a variety of theoretical tools (both modern and classical) for analysing and solving such systems, whether it be exactly or approximately. Additionally, you will be introduced to industrially used software that is utilised to simulate such systems, and will have the chance to embark on a large research project for your dissertation. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Assessment is through a combination of examination and coursework, including worksheets, investigations and small projects. Your dissertation will give you the opportunity to work on a larger research project.
Entry Requirements Applicants would normally be expected to hold a Mathematics-related first degree (minimum of 2:2 honours). Applicants may be interviewed prior to acceptance on the course to ensure that they have the necessary mathematical background.
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Applied Science (MRes) – Mathematics pathway www.chester.ac.uk/pg/applied-science-mres-mathematics Thornton Science Park
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Physical Sciences, Faculty of Science and Engineering
October 2020
MRes
This is a research-focused course that gives you the opportunity to work on a substantial programme of research with members of the Mathematical Sciences Research Group (see page 226), which has expertise in computational and applied mathematics, including numerical analysis, mathematical modelling and coding theory. Why study the Applied Science (MRes) – Mathematics pathway with us? Thornton Science Park is a unique research environment that blends industry and academia, giving you the opportunity to meet and collaborate with researchers across Science and Engineering disciplines. You will have the opportunity to work on live research projects which contribute to the wider scientific and mathematical community.
What will I learn? Our current areas of research include: • mathematical modelling of biological and ecological systems • numerical analysis of functional differential equations (including delay and integral equations) • partial differential equations (including numerical techniques) • problems involving stochastic operators and fractional order calculus.
Home/EU students: Full-time: £4,406 per annum Part-time: £2,203 per annum
The Learning Experience You will begin your studies with two taught modules that aim to equip you with subject-specific research skills. The remainder of your course will focus on your chosen research project. The taught modules will include a mixture of traditional lectures, IT workshops and tutorials. You will be assigned one or more supervisors for your research project, who will meet you regularly for tutorials to provide academic guidance and support. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Entry Requirements Students would be expected to possess at least a 2:1 honours degree in Mathematics or a closely related discipline. In addition, students can expect to be interviewed before a final decision is taken on whether or not an offer of a place is made.
International students: Classroom-based / Laboratory-based: Full-time: £13,031 / £16,786 per annum Part-time: £6,516 / £8,393 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Research Group
Mathematical Sciences
Our research focuses on two broad areas: applied and computational mathematics, and group algebras and their associated applications. Our research includes work rated by the 2014 Research Excellence Framework reviewers as World Leading and Internationally Excellent.
Our Expertise
How We Will Support You
The Mathematical Sciences Research Group actively researches numerical and analytical approaches to the solution of both functional and partial differential equations, with a particular interest in equations which model phenomena found in the biosciences, finance and engineering; this area includes working with equations that incorporate integral, fractional and stochastic operators.
Postgraduate research Mathematics students are based at Thornton Science Park – an innovative research hub which brings together like-minded individuals and groups from both academia and industry.
Recent work by research students includes the mathematical modelling of DNA methylation; working with equations which attempt to model mutualistic interactions in ecosystems (an example of a mutualistic interaction would be bees and pollen); and exploring the parallelisation of numerical methods for obtaining approximate solutions to integral equation problems. The Research Group’s work on group algebras includes the use of computational tools to solve problems. One such application of this area is coding theory, which is important in the field of information security.
We will provide you with regular supervision, as well as workshops that aim to improve other skills which are valued by employers, such as scientific communication skills. You will have access to modern software and computing facilities, and will be expected to attend seminars, workshops and conferences hosted by the research group. We make use of a variety of industry-standard software solutions: LaTeX scientific typesetting software, Matlab for numerical simulation and symbolic manipulation, and the statistical package R. Research students will have access to this software without being expected to pay for their own individual licences. Similarly, we would not expect students to purchase textbooks themselves. Further information: Dr Jason Roberts Email: j.roberts@chester.ac.uk
We will provide you with regular supervision, as well as workshops that aim to improve other skills which are valued by employers, such as scientific communication skills.
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Staff Profile
“My research concerns the Mathematical Theory and Numerical Analysis of Partial Differential Equations (PDEs) and Stochastic Partial Differential Equations (SPDEs) with applications to: (a) phase separation of binary alloys, (b) wave propagation and heat transfer, (c) finance. I possess: expertise on Ito and Malliavin calculus, scientific computing, Finite Elements, a degree in Pure Mathematics and a PhD in Applied Mathematics. My research collaborations and achievements maintain a world-leading activity, increase visibility and emphasize the role of Mathematical Research set in the University of Chester“.
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Media Benefit from the freedom and support to develop into a creative media professional, whilst enjoying access to a range of industry standard media facilities.
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Media Why Study?
Campus and Facilities
Research Active Staff
Our staff not only have extensive teaching experience but also have diverse backgrounds in the media industry – and continue to pursue their professional media practice as well as their academic research. In addition to theoretical study, you have opportunities to work on ‘live’ briefs, to engage with external individuals and companies in the production of projects and to benefit from the experience of industry professionals through guest lectures.
Whether you are based at our Warrington Campus, Parkgate Road Campus or Creative Campus, Kingsway, you can benefit from a supportive atmosphere, open-access computer labs, an onsite library, as well as social hubs and catering facilities. Our sitespecific facilities include our multicamera television studio, screening space, award-winning Cat Radio station and digital photography studio. Students also have access to a variety of specialist equipment including cameras, mobile kits, audio recorders and lights as well as industry standard production software and hardware.
Our research interests include social media, fan culture, conflict and the media, food, film, popular music, visual culture and cultural identity, and staff and postgraduate students are currently undertaking a wide variety of investigations into these various areas of interest. Our experienced researchers have staged events at universities in the UK and overseas, supervise and examine PhD students, and are regularly invited as keynote speakers at conferences and seminars around the world.
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Broadcast Media www.chester.ac.uk/pg/broadcast-media Warrington Campus
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Media, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MA
Our MA is for those students who wish to learn about the ever-evolving broadcast media industry and to gain practical competencies and skills in media production. You will learn about key issues in industry, how to originate and develop broadcast ideas and how to present material in a variety of formats. Why study Broadcast Media with us? Broadcast Media is taught at Warrington Campus, which lies between the creative and cultural hubs of Manchester and Liverpool and in close proximity to MediaCityUK (www.mediacityuk.co.uk). Students have previously enjoyed trips to ITV and the BBC.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience You will learn via a mixture of lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops, as well as guest lectures from industry professionals.
Visiting lecturers (who continue to work in media) and guest talks and workshops from industry professionals allow students to better understand the broadcast media industry and learn more about current issues, trends and practice.
You will have 24-hour access to professional resources, including digital cameras, audio recording equipment, TV studio, The Cat Radio and the Tower Gallery in the North West Media Centre, which includes a multimedia suite with iMacs and a voice-over booth.
Our Media students have received a variety of accolades – most recently, students working on The Cat Radio (www.thecatradio.co.uk) were awarded the 2018 Student Radio Association Best Student Radio Chart Show award. As well as producing shows as part of assessment, you will be encouraged to work at The Cat Radio and to publish/broadcast on The Cat Media website to further hone your skills.
Assessment is through group and individual practical work and written coursework. In Broadcast Media Project, you will pursue your particular interests through either a dissertation or research by practice.
What will I learn?
Dependent on the time of year and modules studied, the contact hours for a full-time student will be up to 12 hours per week. The expected individual learning activity for a full-time student will be approximately 32 hours per week.
Our modules aim to develop thinking cross-platform practitioners, blending practical and theoretical learning and encouraging reflection of practice.
Entry Requirements
Workshops will develop and hone your practical skills for both location and studio broadcasting. You will engage with complex and critical considerations such as policy, regulation and editorial decision-making. The final Broadcast Media Project allows students to pursue areas of interest from podcasting to presenting.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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A 2:2 undergraduate honours degree or international equivalent or evidence of relevant acquired experience in industry is required.
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Journalism www.chester.ac.uk/pg/journalism Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Media, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MA
During this exciting course, you will engage with practical up-to-date multimedia newsgathering and storytelling techniques. You will make use of opportunities for real-world news writing experience and learn to work creatively, accurately and expediently to deadlines in preparation for working in what is a fast-paced and constantly evolving field. Why study Journalism with us?
The Learning Experience
Journalism is a competitive industry with a wide-reaching influence on society. It is also a field that is subject to massive changes, which will have a profound impact on audiences and news disseminators. To operate effectively, journalists must now have a grasp of multimedia techniques and skills beyond the traditional craft of news-gathering and writing.
This course draws on a blend of lectures, seminars, practical workshops, demonstrations, tutorials and workplace experience. Based at Parkgate Road Campus, you will be able to take advantage of Mac labs offering access to industry-standard software, and professional standard technical equipment including our green screen TV and audio facilities.
This course is designed to be responsive to changes in the industry and is forward-looking, with an emphasis on current and emerging journalism practice. You will be supported and encouraged to become an innovative storyteller while gaining valuable newsroom experience.
You will be assessed through formal essays, portfolios of articles and audiovisual artefacts, and through the submission of a Journalism Master’s Project. The weighting is 100% coursework.
What will I learn? As well as practical skills acquisition, you will study law, ethics and public affairs, ensuring you are operating within legal and ethical boundaries and develop an understanding of the political and social environments journalists are often expected to work in. Building on this, you will delve into theoretical studies of the impact of multimedia journalism as well as undertaking work experience and designing your own innovative news artefacts. This will culminate in a major project which draws together all the skills honed throughout the course.
You will have between six and ten hours of contact time per week, and will be expected to undertake 580 hours of independent guided study.
Entry Requirements A minimum 2:2 honours degree or extensive industry experience is required.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Radio Production www.chester.ac.uk/pg/radio-production Warrington Campus
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Media, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MA
Radio is ever-evolving but the skills required remain the same. This course will equip you with the knowledge and ability required to build a career in the industry. You will engage with how to become a creative content designer/maker – producing radio shows, podcasts, station sound, documentaries, and conducting interviews or outside broadcasts. Why study Radio Production with us?
The Learning Experience
This course aims to equip you with the skills, knowledge, experience and confidence required to work in the radio industry or podcasting. You will be taught by award-winning staff who all still work in the industry. Guest speakers feature regularly and there are opportunities for industry visits and to attend media/radio-related events.
The course is located at Warrington Campus, which lies between Manchester and Liverpool and is close to MediaCityUK (www.mediacityuk.co.uk).
Our award-winning radio station, The Cat Radio (www.thecatradio.co.uk), is the heart of the course. Students learn and develop their production and presentation skills – often live on air. The station is broadcast on AM and online and is regulated by Ofcom. The Cat Radio website is also used as an outlet for audio produced by students – including podcasts, interviews, documentaries or dramas.
What will I learn? Creating and shaping content for defined audiences and channels is central to the course and will develop your understanding of the fast-moving radio industry. As part of the production modules, you will be producing radio programmes and outside broadcasts. As part of the industries module, you will be encouraged to build up a portfolio of engagement by meeting and forming relationships with those who work in industry and obtaining work experience. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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You will learn via a mix of lectures, tutorials, workshops and industry guest lectures, and will have 24-hour access to professional resources, including editing suites and radio studios. Assessment is through group and individual practical work and written coursework. The Radio Project will enable you to pursue your particular interests through either a dissertation or research by practice. Dependent on the time of year and modules studied, the contact hours for a full-time student will be up to 12 hours per week. The expected individual learning activity for a full-time student will be approximately 32 hours per week.
Entry Requirements A 2:2 undergraduate honours degree or international equivalent or evidence of relevant acquired experience in industry is required.
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Television Production www.chester.ac.uk/pg/television-production Warrington Campus
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Media, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MA
This course aims to provide you with a range of creative, practical and critical skills to apply within and beyond the television industry. You will learn about today’s evolving media landscape and emerging trends and practices. Practical sessions are designed to help you learn how to generate, develop and produce TV production ideas. Why study Television Production with us?
The Learning Experience
Television Production is taught at Warrington Campus, which lies between the creative and cultural hubs of Manchester and Liverpool and in close proximity to MediaCityUK (www.mediacityuk.co.uk). Students have previously enjoyed trips to ITV and the BBC at MediaCityUK.
You will have 24-hour access to professional resources, including digital cameras, edit facilities, a TV studio and the Tower Gallery, which includes a multimedia suite and voice-over booth.
The input of visiting lecturers, and guest talks and workshops from industry professionals, will allow you to better understand the TV industry and learn more about current issues, trends and practice. Excellent access to our own large TV studio, edit suites and portable filming equipment means you will be able to hone your skills outside of the classroom. Students have opportunities to work on ‘live’ briefs and to publish/ broadcast work on The Cat Media website (www.thecatmedia.co.uk).
What will I learn? The course blends theoretical and practical learning, enabling students to develop a critical understanding of the conventions, techniques and current practices in television production and use this knowledge to produce projects.
You will learn via a mixture of lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops, as well as guest lectures from industry professionals. Assessment is through group and individual practical work and written coursework. For the Television Project, you will pursue your particular interests through either a dissertation or research by practice. Dependent on the time of year and modules studied, the contact hours for a full-time student will be up to 12 hours per week. The expected individual learning activity for a full-time student will be approximately 32 hours per week.
Entry Requirements A 2:2 undergraduate honours degree or international equivalent or evidence of relevant acquired experience in industry is required.
Modules aim to develop thinking multi-skilled practitioners; you will engage with the whole production process, from writing ‘treatments’ to editing, and from production management to editorial decision-making. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Arts and Media (MRes) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/arts-and-media-mres Creative Campus, Kingsway; or Warrington Campus
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MRes
The MRes in Arts and Media is an exciting opportunity to experience research within the disciplines of art and design, performing arts and media. Our course offers you an opportunity to critically evaluate the tools of research through taught modules, and then apply these in an extensive research project in an area in which you are passionate. Why study the Arts and Media (MRes) with us?
The Learning Experience
Our course is located in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, where there is a vibrant community of staff and students pursuing arts and media disciplines using a variety of methodologies with a plethora of outputs. The MRes is geared towards facilitating your individual research interests, and you will be matched with staff able to guide you in your explorations, research and practical activity.
Taught modules are delivered via lectures, seminars and tutorials, and will include class and studio-based activity, depending on the module/subject area. Expert and specialised staff will guide you through your major research project.
The sites where the course is taught have the facilities that you would expect in order to be successful in arts and media research, including specialist studio spaces together with specialist equipment, technology and software.
What will I learn? Our course is situated in the School of Arts and Media, where there is a vibrant community of staff and students pursuing arts and media disciplines using a variety of methodologies with a plethora of outputs. The course is geared towards facilitating your research interests, and you will be matched with staff who share these and will be able to guide you in your explorations. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Full-time: £4,406 per annum Part-time: £2,203 per annum International students: Classroom-based / Laboratory-based: Full-time: £13,031 / £16,786 per annum Part-time: £6,516 / £8,393 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Teaching and assessment through the taught modules focus on preparing you for your final project, which will be a critical investigation into arts and media practices. This may be in the form of a dissertation, exhibition, performance or portfolio of creative work.
Entry Requirements Applicants will normally have a 2:1 honours degree (minimum) in a discipline related to Arts and Media or an initial degree in another subject, plus evidence of certificated learning in an Arts and Media subject or related experience. Consideration will be given to those who hold a lower classification who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully.
Research Group
Media
Research in the Department of Media is diverse. Areas of specialism include: journalism studies and political communication; fan and audience cultures; the societal impacts of social media; popular music studies; and advertising and branding.
Our Expertise
How We Will Support You
There are established international researchers within the Department of Media who have published books and journal articles in the fields of journalism studies, fan and audience cultures, and the societal impacts of social media.
You will work closely with your supervisor and be encouraged to engage with the regular programme of skills development workshops.
Our staff regularly attend and deliver papers at conferences both in the UK and abroad, which means you will benefit from current research and knowledge.
You will have access to excellent library and learning resources, including a postgraduate study space, as well as digital cameras, editing facilities, a TV studio and the Tower Gallery – which includes a multimedia suite and voice-over booth – plus the broadcast radio station The Cat Radio (www. thecatradio.co.uk). The Department runs regular research seminars, encouraging staff and postgraduate students to attend and gain feedback on their ongoing research in a collegial and supportive environment. Further information: Dr Mark Duffett Email: m.duffett@chester.ac.uk
You will have access to excellent library and learning resources, including a postgraduate study space, as well as digital cameras, editing facilities, a TV studio and the Tower Gallery.
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Medical and Life Sciences Chester Medical School aspires to become a leading centre for first-class medical research offering a range of courses building on existing strengths. The Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition is the largest provider of postgraduate nutrition courses in the UK. Student Profile
“I chose my course after meeting the course leader, who gave me great confidence in the course and Department. The course taught me so many new skills; my lab skills improved so much and I have been able to progress to the next stage of my education. I really enjoyed the friendly working environment and the amount of help I received throughout my studying.� Hannah Schultze MSc Medical Genetics (now studying for a PhD in Molecular Biology with us)
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Medical and Life Sciences Why Study?
Campus and Facilities
Staff in Chester Medical School take an evidence-based approach to their subject to ensure that all lectures, seminars and practical sessions are topical and backed up by the most recent research. The Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition is an international centre for specialist teaching and research in clinical and public health aspects of exercise and nutrition sciences.
The Medical School offers courses at both Bache Hall in Chester and University Centre Shrewsbury. Although we have a selection of laboratories and meeting rooms at Bache Hall, students may also be required to attend Parkgate Road Campus, Chester, for a more extensive selection of facilities and teaching spaces. The Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition is based at Parkgate Road Campus. Researchquality instrumentation and industry standard facilities are available in both Chester and Shrewsbury.
Research Active Staff Research in Chester Medical School is led by a large group of experienced biomedical and clinical researchers, providing exciting opportunities for study – ranging from basic cellular/molecular science to clinical translational studies. The School’s research is underpinned by a diverse range of staff research interests and many national and international links. A number of staff are on international scientific committees and are on editorial boards of scientific journals.
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Biomedical Science www.chester.ac.uk/pg/biomedical-science Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2-4 years
Chester Medical School, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MSc
Biomedical Scientists are essential members of the modern healthcare team and, in collaboration with doctors and other medical professions, aid in diagnosis of disease, evaluate effectiveness of treatment, and research into causes and cures of diseases. This IBMS-accredited course is ideal for those wanting to develop advanced knowledge and skills in Biomedical Science. Why study Biomedical Science with us?
The Learning Experience
You will receive training in the skills required in the reading and interpretation of the literature and translating that into evidence-based practice. We aim to develop your research and writing skills so that you will be in a position to contribute to the scientific literature in an effective manner.
Our course consists of taught modules and a Research Dissertation.
The course culminates in the Research Dissertation, which will be assessed through your production of two articles in the style of published scientific work. Our aim will be to develop these to publication with you if suitable.
You will be assessed via coursework assignments, which may include case studies, literature reviews, laboratory reports, posters or oral presentations.
Biomedical Scientists are in demand in the healthcare service (NHS, National Blood and Transplant Service), medical research, pharmaceutical industry, and organisations such as Public Health England and Medical Research Council.
What will I learn? Our modules cover a wide range of scientific subjects, information technology and all the major disciplines of biomedical science – i.e. cellular pathology, clinical chemistry, clinical medicine, haematology and transfusion science, histology, immunology, and medical microbiology. You will be encouraged to address assignments through your chosen discipline.
We deliver taught modules as three-day intensive courses to facilitate attendance from students in employment. Weekly support sessions and journal club supplement learning.
The total number of contact hours for the whole course are 360 hours, out of a total study time of 1,800 hours.
Entry Requirements Applicants should normally have an honours degree (minimum 2:2) containing a significant content of biological/biomedical science, or a relevant postgraduate qualification, or hold appropriate professional qualifications and be able to demonstrate suitable background knowledge and skills.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Please see: www.chester.ac.uk/fees-per-module International students (full-time): ÂŁ12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Course Accreditation: The Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
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Cardiovascular Disease www.chester.ac.uk/pg/cardiovascular-disease Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2-4 years
Chester Medical School, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MSc
This MSc is designed to develop and further your understanding and knowledge of cardiovascular disease, focusing on up-todate research and developments in the diagnosis and treatment of various cardiovascular diseases. The course is aimed at any member of the healthcare team involved with the diagnosis, treatment and care of the patient. Why study Cardiovascular Disease with us?
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
You will receive training in the skills required in the reading and interpretation of the literature and translating that into evidence-based practice.
The Learning Experience
The course culminates in the Research Dissertation, which will be assessed through your production of two articles in the style of published scientific work.
We deliver taught modules as three-day intensive courses to facilitate attendance from students in employment. Weekly support sessions and journal club supplement learning.
Aspects of the course content are mapped to academic content of The Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board Speciality Training Curriculum for Cardiology.
You will be assessed via coursework assignments which may include clinical reviews, literature reviews, case studies, posters or oral presentations.
If biomedical or clinical research is your interest, on successful completion of the MSc you may wish to continue with your education by studying for a PhD. Alternatively you could study for medicine, physician associate studies or a PGCE.
What will I learn? Our modules investigate in detail the likely causes and effects of cardiovascular disease as well as the various complications and treatments. You will review current guidelines and their evidence base in the therapeutic management of cardiovascular disease, and explore potential new therapies.
Our course consists of taught modules and a Research Dissertation.
The total number of contact hours for the whole course are 360 hours, out of a total study time of 1,800 hours.
Entry Requirements Applicants must hold an appropriate first degree with a minimum of 2:2 honours (e.g. in Medicine, Biomedical Science, Dietetics, Human Biology) or hold appropriate professional qualifications and be able to demonstrate suitable background knowledge and skills.
Seminars and tutorials will be held with various healthcare professionals and clinical researchers. You will also receive the opportunity to observe a number of cardiology clinics in one of our partner hospital trusts.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £745 Full course fee: £6,705 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation www.chester.ac.uk/pg/cvhr Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year (MSc/Postgraduate Diploma), Part-time: 4 years (MSc), 3 years (Postgraduate Diploma), 2 years (Postgraduate Certificate)
Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
September 2020
MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
The course was established in 2004 and is designed to meet the need for a postgraduate qualification in cardiovascular health and rehabilitation. It is characterised by its multidisciplinary approach, stressing the importance of evidence-based practice in ensuring high standards of cardiovascular rehabilitation and prevention. Why study Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation with us? The MSc is delivered by a team of leading-edge academics and national/ international leaders in cardiovascular health, including: cardiologists, nurses, physiotherapists, exercise scientists, dietitians, nutritionists, surgeons and public health specialists. This enables graduates to leave with the most up-todate level of knowledge. The key features of our course are: • The course is aligned with the BACPR standards and core components. • Opportunity for a placement in a cardiac rehabilitation unit at a local hospital. • Choice of research project – individually led, work related, or as part of a current University research course. The course is highly flexible, allowing you to study full time or part time to suit your personal and work commitments. Flexibility is achieved through the delivery of modules over three-day blocks followed by eight weeks of campusor home-based learning. This allows students nationally and internationally to attend the course.
What will I learn? Our course is designed to provide a thorough understanding of cardiovascular health and the process of rehabilitation. Cardiovascular anatomy and physiology is covered in detail, with application to exercise and the practicalities of working with a patient with CVD.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £735 Full course fee: £6,615 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum (MSc) Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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You will also learn about the complexities of exercise prescription, the role of nutrition in CVD and the psychological influences that can drive behaviour change. There is also specialist input from the British Association for Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience Modules are delivered in exercise physiology laboratories, lecture theatres and seminar rooms. There is also the option to undertake a clinical placement at the local cardiac rehabilitation department that allows you to apply the elements learned on the taught course. Assessment is in the form of essays or equivalent – e.g. poster presentations. There are no exams – coursework accounts for 100% of the assessment.
Entry Requirements The course is open to applicants with a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in a related subject area, or equivalent professional qualifications. Consideration will also be given to applicants with relevant work experience, background knowledge and skills.
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Clinical Bariatric Practice www.chester.ac.uk/pg/clinical-bariatric-practice Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2-4 years
Chester Medical School, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MSc
It is now generally accepted that patients with morbid obesity are best treated with bariatric (weight-loss) surgery. Our innovative course will provide you with world-class education and training in the assessment and management of patients with morbid obesity both before and after surgery. Why study Clinical Bariatric Practice with us?
The Learning Experience
You will receive training in the skills required in the reading and interpretation of the literature and translating that into evidence-based practice. We aim to develop your research and writing skills so that you will be in a position to contribute to the scientific literature in an effective manner.
Our teaching will be delivered through clinical attachments and formal lectures, supplemented by self-directed learning.
If clinical research is your interest, on successful completion of the MSc you may wish to continue your education by studying for a PhD or Clinical MD.
What will I learn? The course aims to equip you with the skills to assess and provide high-quality care of patients with morbid obesity. You will be taught in-depth material regarding the rationale for surgery, the types of procedures performed and, most importantly, how to care for these patients before and after surgery.
We use a variety of assessment tools based on the modules you have undertaken (e.g. coursework and Objective Structured Clinical Examination). The total number of contact hours for the whole course are 360 hours, out of a total study time of 1,800 hours.
Entry Requirements Applicants must hold an appropriate first degree with a minimum of 2:2 honours (e.g. in Medicine, Biomedical Science, Dietetics, Human Biology), or hold appropriate professional qualifications and be able to demonstrate suitable background knowledge and skills.
Modules will cover the surgical treatment of obesity with emphasis on scientific rationale, types of surgery and outcomes, including management of the post-operative patient. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Please see: www.chester.ac.uk/fees-per-module International students (full-time): ÂŁ12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Diabetes www.chester.ac.uk/pg/diabetes Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2-4 years
Chester Medical School, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MSc
This MSc is designed to develop and further your understanding and knowledge of diabetes, focusing on up-to-date research and developments in the diagnosis and treatment of diabetes. The course is aimed at any member of the healthcare team involved with the diagnosis, treatment and care of the patient. Why study Diabetes with us?
The Learning Experience
You will receive training in the skills required in the reading and interpretation of the literature and translating that into evidence-based practice.
Our course consists of taught modules and a Research Dissertation.
The course culminates in the Research Dissertation, which will be assessed through your production of two articles in the style of published scientific work. Our aim will be to develop these to publication with you if suitable. Aspects of the course content are mapped to academic content of The Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board Speciality Training Curriculum for Endocrinology and Diabetes Mellitus. If biomedical or clinical research is your interest, on successful completion of the MSc you may wish to continue with your education by studying for a PhD. Alternatively you could study for medicine, physician associate studies or a PGCE.
What will I learn? Our course investigates in detail the different types of diabetes and various complications. You will review current guidelines and their evidence base in the therapeutic management of diabetes, and explore potential new therapies. Seminars and tutorials will be held with various healthcare professionals and clinical researchers. You will also receive the opportunity to observe a number of diabetes clinics in one of our partner hospital trusts. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £745 Full course fee: £6,705 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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We deliver taught modules as three-day intensive courses to facilitate attendance from students in employment. Weekly support sessions and journal club supplement learning. The total number of contact hours for the whole course are 360 hours, out of a total study time of 1,800 hours. You will be assessed via coursework assignments which may include clinical reviews, literature reviews, case studies, posters or oral presentations.
Entry Requirements Applicants must hold an appropriate first degree with a minimum of 2:2 honours (e.g. in Medicine, Biomedical Science, Dietetics, Human Biology) or hold appropriate professional qualifications and be able to demonstrate suitable background knowledge and skills.
Medical and Life Sciences
Exercise Medicine (Shrewsbury) www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk/pg/exercise-medicine University Centre Shrewsbury MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
Full-time: 1 year (MSc/Postgraduate Diploma), Part-time: 2-4 years (MSc), 2 years (Postgraduate Diploma), 1 year (Postgraduate Certificate) January 2021
This course provides medical and healthcare professionals the opportunity to choose studies across a spectrum of sports and exercise medicine disciplines, including physical activity in public and occupational health, disease prevention and rehabilitation, and sports injury management. Why study Exercise Medicine with us?
The Learning Experience
This course is founded on two core elements: 1. The national aims set by the Joint Colleges of Physicians and Surgeons 2. The historical aims of Dr William Penny Brookes of Much Wenlock, Shropshire, the true founding father of the modern Olympic movement: activity and sport for social-cultural, mental and physical well-being
The course will provide you with a multidisciplinary approach to public health in physical activity and sports medicine. The learning experience will be based on a flexible learning model.
There is an increasing demand for postgraduate studies and professional development in exercise medicine in the UK and internationally. With the specialist and internationally respected reputations of the academic staff at University Centre Shrewsbury, this course aims to provide for the broader need around exercise in health, disease management and prevention.
What will I learn? This MSc aims to provide opportunities for healthcare and medical practitioners to advance knowledge and practical applications in exercise science as related to health and medicine. You will be required to undertake three core modules and then select three other elective modules, plus an independent research project.
Assessment will involve: examinations, case-study reports, practical skills, critical reviews, and written reports. You will attend modules that involve 20-30 hours of block tutoring over three to four days (lectures, workshops, labs), plus distance learning and/or practicebased experiential learning for 150 hours.
Entry Requirements Applicants should have an undergraduate degree or equivalent (2:2 honours or above) in medicine, professions allied to medicine, sport and exercise science, or related health or biological sciences degree (e.g. Biomedical Science, Dietetics, Human Biology, Human Nutrition, Human Physiology, Allied Health Care and Nursing), or hold appropriate professional qualifications and be able to demonstrate suitable background knowledge and skills.
If you are currently working in practice, you may be encouraged to integrate your studies with work by way of the optional independent study module and/or in your independently chosen research project. For a full list of modules, visit: www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £745 Full course fee: £6,705 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum (MSc) Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Gastroenterology www.chester.ac.uk/pg/gastroenterology Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2-4 years
Chester Medical School, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MSc
This MSc is designed to develop and further your understanding and knowledge of gastroenterology, focusing on up-to-date research and developments in the diagnosis and treatment of various gastrointestinal disorders. The course is aimed at any member of the healthcare team involved with the diagnosis, treatment and care of the patient. Why study Gastroenterology with us?
The Learning Experience
You will receive training in the skills required in the reading and interpretation of the literature and translating that into evidence-based practice.
Our course consists of taught modules and a Research Dissertation.
The course culminates in the Research Dissertation, which will be assessed through your production of two articles in the style of published scientific work. Our aim will be to develop these to publication with you if suitable. If biomedical or clinical research is your interest, on successful completion of the MSc you may wish to continue with your education by studying for a PhD. Alternatively you could study for medicine, physician associate studies or a PGCE.
We deliver taught modules as three-day intensive courses to facilitate attendance from students in employment. Weekly support sessions and journal club supplement learning. You will be assessed via coursework assignments which may include clinical reviews, literature reviews, case studies, posters or oral presentations. The total number of contact hours for the whole course are 360 hours, out of a total study time of 1,800 hours.
What will I learn?
Entry Requirements
Our course investigates in detail the diagnosis and management of patients with diseases of the intestines, liver and biliary tree, and pancreas complications. You will review current guidelines and their evidence base in the therapeutic management of these conditions, and explore potential new therapies.
Applicants must hold an appropriate first degree with a minimum of 2:2 honours (e.g. in Medicine, Biomedical Science, Dietetics, Human Biology) or hold appropriate professional qualifications and be able to demonstrate suitable background knowledge and skills.
Seminars and tutorials will be held with various healthcare professionals and clinical researchers. You will also receive the opportunity to observe a number of gastroenterology clinics, which may include endoscopy sessions, in one of our partner hospital trusts. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: ÂŁ745 Full course fee: ÂŁ6,705 International students (full-time): ÂŁ12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Haematology www.chester.ac.uk/pg/haematology Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2-4 years
Chester Medical School, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MSc
The MSc in Haematology is designed to enable you to develop an up-to-date, advanced understanding of the disorders of blood and blood forming tissues. Using critical analytical skills, you will evaluate new developments in research into the blood sciences.
Why study Haematology with us? You will receive training in the skills required in the reading and interpretation of the literature and translating that into evidence-based practice. The course culminates in the Research Dissertation, which will be assessed through your production of two articles in the style of published scientific work. Our aim will be to develop these to publication with you if suitable. Aspects of the course are mapped to academic content of The Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board Speciality Training Curriculum for Haematology. If biomedical or clinical research is your interest, on successful completion of the MSc you may wish to continue with your education by studying for a PhD. Alternatively you could study for medicine, physician associate studies or a PGCE.
What will I learn? Our course investigates in detail mechanistic models of haematopoiesis and how knowledge of stem cell theory can inform the treatment of anaemia or leukaemia. Blood carries many hormones and cytokines; these can be used as biomarkers of disease, and we will examine the problems associated with some of these measurements. You will also review current guidelines and their evidence base in the therapeutic management of haematological problems, and explore potential new therapies.
Seminars and tutorials will be held with various healthcare professionals and clinical researchers. You will also receive the opportunity to observe a number of haematology clinics in one of our partner hospital trusts. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience Our course consists of taught modules and a Research Dissertation. We deliver taught modules as three-day intensive courses to facilitate attendance from students in employment. Weekly support sessions and journal club supplement learning. You will be assessed via coursework assignments which may include clinical reviews, literature reviews, case studies, posters or oral presentations. The total number of contact hours for the whole course are 360 hours, out of a total study time of 1,800 hours
Entry Requirements Applicants must hold an appropriate first degree with a minimum of 2:2 honours (e.g. in Medicine, Biomedical Science, Dietetics, Human Biology) or hold appropriate professional qualifications and be able to demonstrate suitable background knowledge and skills.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £745 Full course fee: £6,705 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Infection and Immunity www.chester.ac.uk/pg/infection-and-immunity Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2-4 years
Chester Medical School, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MSc
Infectious diseases are increasing in importance around the world. On this course you will explore the ability of microorganisms to cause infectious disease even in the presence of our complex immune systems. Additionally, there will be a strong focus on medical efforts to combat, control, and ultimately cure infectious disease. Why study Infection and Immunity with us? You will receive training in the skills required in the reading and interpretation of the literature and translating that into evidence-based practice. The course culminates in the Research Dissertation, which will be assessed through your production of two articles in the style of published scientific work. Our aim will be to develop these to publication with you if suitable. Aspects of the course content are mapped to academic content of The Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board Speciality Training Curriculum for Immunology, and Speciality Training Curriculum for Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine. If biomedical or clinical research is your interest, on successful completion of the MSc you may wish to continue with your education by studying for a PhD. Alternatively you could study for medicine, physician associate studies or a PGCE. What will I learn? Our course investigates the different types of infection, our immune response to them and various complications. You will review current guidelines and their evidence base in the therapeutic management of infections, and explore potential new therapies. You will also study vaccination protocols and explore novel immunological approaches.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £745 Full course fee: £6,705 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Seminars and tutorials will be held with various healthcare professionals and clinical researchers. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk The Learning Experience Our course consists of taught modules and a Research Dissertation. We deliver taught modules as three-day intensive courses to facilitate attendance from students in employment. Weekly support sessions and journal club supplement learning. You will be assessed via coursework assignments which may include case studies, literature reviews, laboratory reports, posters or oral presentations. The total number of contact hours for the whole course are 360 hours, out of a total study time of 1,800 hours. Entry Requirements Applicants must hold an appropriate first degree with a minimum of 2:2 honours (e.g. in Medicine, Biomedical Science, Dietetics, Human Biology) or hold appropriate professional qualifications and be able to demonstrate suitable background knowledge and skills.
Medical and Life Sciences
Medical Genetics www.chester.ac.uk/pg/medical-genetics Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2-4 years
Chester Medical School, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MSc
This course aims to provide you with the skills to advance your specialist knowledge of human genetic disease. The focus is on the evidence base for disease processes and treatments in genetic diseases as well as elements that aim to increase self-awareness and insight into professional and ethical issues relevant to disease. Why study Medical Genetics with us? You will receive training in the skills required in the reading and interpretation of the current scientific literature, to enable you to develop an in-depth understanding of the causes, diagnosis and management of human genetic diseases. The course culminates in the Research Dissertation, which will be assessed through your production of two articles in the style of published scientific work. Our aim will be to develop these to publication with you if suitable. Aspects of the course content are mapped to the academic content of the Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board Speciality Training Curriculum for Clinical Genetics. If biomedical or clinical research is your interest, on successful completion of the MSc you may wish to continue with your education by studying for a PhD. Alternatively you could study for medicine, physician associate studies or a PGCE.
Seminars and tutorials will be held with various healthcare professionals and clinical researchers. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk The Learning Experience Our course consists of taught modules and a Research Dissertation. We deliver taught modules as three-day intensive courses to facilitate attendance from students in employment. Weekly support sessions and journal club supplement learning. You will be assessed via coursework assignments, which may include literature reviews, laboratory reports, case studies, posters or oral presentations. The total number of contact hours for the whole course are 360 hours, out of a total study time of 1,800 hours.
What will I learn?
Entry Requirements
You will study how to apply molecular approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of a range of conditions that have a genetic component. We will discuss novel approaches to prevention and treatment, plus the increasing potential of genomics. We will also consider ethical implications of interventions, and the role/nature of genetic counselling. You will carry out a research project in one of these areas.
Applicants must hold an appropriate first degree with a minimum of 2:2 honours (e.g. in Medicine, Biomedical Science, Dietetics, Human Biology) or hold appropriate professional qualifications and be able to demonstrate suitable background knowledge and skills.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £745 Full course fee: £6,705 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Oncology www.chester.ac.uk/pg/msc-oncology Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2-4 years
Chester Medical School, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MSc
This MSc is designed to develop and further your understanding and knowledge of oncology, focusing on up-to-date research and developments in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. The course is aimed at any member of the healthcare team involved with the diagnosis, treatment and care of the patient. Why study Oncology with us? You will receive training in the skills required in the reading and interpretation of the literature and translating that into evidence-based practice.
Seminars and tutorials will be held with various healthcare professionals and clinical researchers. You will also receive the opportunity to observe a number of oncology clinics in one of our partner hospital trusts. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The course culminates in the Research Dissertation, which will be assessed through your production of two articles in the style of published scientific work. Our aim will be to develop these to publication with you if suitable.
The Learning Experience
Aspects of the course content are mapped to academic content of The Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board Speciality Training Curriculum for Medical Oncology.
We deliver taught modules as three-day intensive courses to facilitate attendance from students in employment. Weekly support sessions and journal club supplement learning.
If biomedical or clinical research is your interest, on successful completion of the MSc you may wish to continue with your education by studying for a PhD. Alternatively you could study for medicine, physician associate studies or a PGCE.
You will be assessed via coursework assignments which may include clinical reviews, literature reviews, case studies, posters or oral presentations.
What will I learn? We will discuss mechanistic models of tumour formation and how knowledge of the cell biology can inform the treatment of a cancer. Bloodborne hormones and cytokines can be used as biomarkers of cancer and we will examine the problems associated with some of these measurements. You will evaluate new developments in research into oncology, and carry out a research project.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £745 Full course fee: £6,705 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Our course consists of taught modules and a Research Dissertation.
The total number of contact hours for the whole course are 360 hours, out of a total study time of 1,800 hours.
Entry Requirements Applicants must hold an appropriate first degree with a minimum of 2:2 honours (e.g. in Medicine, Biomedical Science, Dietetics, Human Biology) or hold appropriate professional qualifications and be able to demonstrate suitable background knowledge and skills.
Medical and Life Sciences
Orthopaedics www.chester.ac.uk/pg/orthopaedics Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2-4 years
Chester Medical School, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MSc
This course aims to provide you with the skills to advance your specialist knowledge of orthopaedics. The focus is on the evidence base for disease processes and treatments in orthopaedic conditions as well as elements that aim to increase self-awareness and insight into professional and ethical issues relevant to orthopaedics. Why study Orthopaedics with us? You will receive training in the skills required in the reading and interpretation of the literature and translating that into evidence-based practice. We aim to develop your research and writing skills so that you will be in a position to contribute to the scientific literature in an effective manner. The course culminates in the Research Dissertation, which will be assessed through your production of two articles in the style of published scientific work. Our aim will be to develop these to publication with you if suitable. If biomedical or clinical research is your interest, on successful completion of the MSc you may wish to continue with your education by studying for a PhD. Alternatively you could study for medicine, physician associate studies or a PGCE.
What will I learn? Our course investigates in detail the different types of bone disease and various complications. You will review current guidelines and their evidence base in the therapeutic management of bone disease, and explore potential new therapies. You will evaluate new developments in research into bone disease, and carry out a research project.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience Our course consists of taught modules and a Research Dissertation. We deliver taught modules as three-day intensive courses to facilitate attendance from students in employment. Weekly support sessions and journal club supplement learning. You will be assessed via coursework assignments, which may include clinical reviews, literature reviews, case studies, posters or oral presentations. The total number of contact hours for the whole course are 360 hours, out of a total study time of 1,800 hours.
Entry Requirements Applicants must hold an appropriate first degree with a minimum of 2:2 honours (e.g. in Medicine, Biomedical Science, Dietetics, Human Biology) or hold appropriate professional qualifications and be able to demonstrate suitable background knowledge and skills.
Seminars and tutorials will be held with various healthcare professionals and clinical researchers. You will also receive the opportunity to observe a number of orthopaedic clinics in one of our partner hospital trusts.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: ÂŁ745 Full course fee: ÂŁ6,705 International students (full-time): ÂŁ12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Physician Associate Studies www.chester.ac.uk/pg/physician-associate-studies Bache Hall, near Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 2-4 years
Chester Medical School, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020 / February 2021
MSc, Postgraduate Diploma
Physician Associate is a rapidly growing healthcare role whose development has been led by the Department of Health and has involved the Royal College of Physicians and Royal College of General Practitioners. This course aims to equip the practitioner with the necessary skills to function in a modern clinical environment, to support doctors in the diagnosis and management of patients. Why study Physician Associate Studies with us?
The Learning Experience
All of our courses involve using current and past research extensively. This course is delivered by a research-active group of academic staff, supplemented by a variety of Clinicians and Biomedical Scientists from local Hospital Departments.
MSc Physician Associate Studies is a full-time professional course delivered over two years consisting of evidence-based teaching at our Riverside Campus utilising the newly refurbished clinical stimulation/skills suite. You will spend 1,500 hours on workplace training in primary and secondary healthcare settings.
You will receive training in the skills required in the reading and interpretation of the literature and translating that into evidence-based practice. We aim to develop your research and writing skills so that you will be in a position to contribute to the scientific literature in an effective manner.
What will I learn? A Physician Associate is a healthcare professional who works as a member of a medical team under the supervision of a doctor or surgeon in a wide variety of healthcare environments. Physician Associates support doctors in the diagnosis and management of patients, and are trained to perform a number of roles. We have developed our course in collaboration with our regional healthcare partners and in accordance with the Department of Health Competence and Curriculum Framework (2012). This is an intensive course with theory, clinical skills and patient contact running in parallel from the beginning. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £2,100 Full course fee: £18,900 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum (MSc) Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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You will learn through formal lectures, case-based learning, seminars, clinical simulation and the clinical placements. Assessment will be through coursework, reflective logs, examinations, Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) and Multiple Choice Question papers. You will sit a national exam at the end of the second year, including a Multiple Choice Question paper and an OSCE. The course culminates in the Research Dissertation, which will be assessed through your production of two articles in the style of published scientific work.
Entry Requirements Applicants should normally have: • a lower second class (2:2) honours degree or above (or accepted equivalent) life/health sciences • prior work experience in a healthcare or allied health profession • IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL 88. Students with relevant previous study at postgraduate level or with extensive experience may be considered eligible for recognition of prior learning. Applicants may be invited to attend an interview.
Medical and Life Sciences
Psychiatry* Pathways in: Child and Adolescent Mental Health; Neurodevelopmental Disorder; and Neuropsychiatry www.chester.ac.uk/pg/psychiatry Riverside Campus, Chester, and Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Part-time: 2-4 years
Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
February 2021
MSc
This course will provide you with an opportunity to gain 2-3 years’ paid full-time work in the NHS, a UK Master’s qualification in your chosen specialty, international study, and clinical practice, via the MSc International Training Fellowship (ITF) clinical scheme designed by Cheshire and Wirral Partnership and North West Boroughs NHS Trust and the University. Why study Psychiatry with us?
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The ITF scheme programme team seek experienced psychiatric clinicians to learn and work globally in a demanding, progressive and rewarding healthcare system. The ITF post requires you to work in the NHS full time, undertake on-call duties, and complete the MSc in Psychiatry at the University part time. This course is a blend of academic learning and subspecialty clinical training.
The Learning Experience
Psychiatry International Training Fellows will: • register with the General Medical Council • have a full-time salaried NHS post • have the opportunity to become an Approved Clinician • gain a UK MSc in Psychiatry in three subspecialties that are at the forefront of contemporary psychiatry to cover a patient’s life course. You may also choose to undertake section 12 approval (Approved Clinician) and apply for Royal College examinations, or Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) route for post progression with your NHS Trust after your ITF scheme.
What will I learn? The MSc is in three distinct parts: 1. Two clinical research components (60 credits) based on the principles of ‘Good Clinical Practice’. 2. Clinical modules (60 credits) on mental health law and ethics, subspecialty, and therapeutic interventions. 3. A 12,000-word dissertation (60 credits).
Clinical and academic taught module content will be delivered over one afternoon per week. We will use a broad range of delivery styles, including seminars, small groups, and lectures, plus use of the new clinical skills facility at Riverside Campus. As an adult learner and registered mental health professional, you will need to undertake private study. All students will have an identified academic and clinical supervisor on this MSc. Assessment methods will include poster presentations, seminar presentations, clinical audit, OSCE, reflective case study, and writing two evidence-based practice papers for publication.
Entry Requirements Applicants must: • have a primary medical degree recognised by the GMC • a postgraduate qualification in psychiatry (e.g. MD or DNB) • have IELTS (academic) 7.5 overall • be working in psychiatry to meet GMC requirements • be eligible for a Tier 2 (General) visa and meet employment/preemployment clearances as required by law to work in the UK. All applicants will be jointly interviewed by the University of Chester and the employing NHS Trust. Additional criteria will be sent on expression of interest. *Subject to validation
Home/EU students: Full course fee: £10,000 International students: Please contact the University for part-time international fees information. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Respiratory Medicine www.chester.ac.uk/pg/respiratory-medicine Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2-4 years
Chester Medical School, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MSc
This MSc is designed to develop and further your understanding and knowledge of respiratory medicine, focusing on up-to-date research and developments in the diagnosis and treatment of various respiratory diseases. The course is aimed at any member of the healthcare team involved with the diagnosis, treatment and care of the patient. Why study Respiratory Medicine with us?
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
You will receive training in the skills required in the reading and interpretation of the literature and translating that into evidence-based practice.
The Learning Experience
The course culminates in the Research Dissertation, which will be assessed through your production of two articles in the style of published scientific work. Our aim will be to develop these to publication with you if suitable.
We deliver taught modules as three-day intensive courses to facilitate attendance from students in employment. Weekly support sessions and journal club supplement learning.
Aspects of the course content are mapped to the academic content of The Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board Speciality Training Curriculum for Respiratory Medicine.
You will be assessed via coursework assignments which may include clinical reviews, literature reviews, case studies, posters or oral presentations.
If biomedical or clinical research is your interest, on successful completion of the MSc you may wish to continue with your education by studying for a PhD. Alternatively you could study for medicine, physician associate studies or a PGCE.
What will I learn? Our course investigates the different types of respiratory problems and various complications. You will review current guidelines and their evidence base in the therapeutic management of respiratory disease, and explore potential new therapies. You will also carry out a research project. Seminars and tutorials will be held with various healthcare professionals and clinical researchers. You will also receive the opportunity to observe a number of respiratory clinics in one of our partner hospital trusts.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £745 Full course fee: £6,705 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Our course consists of taught modules and a Research Dissertation.
The total number of contact hours for the whole course are 360 hours, out of a total study time of 1,800 hours.
Entry Requirements Applicants must hold an appropriate first degree with a minimum of 2:2 honours (e.g. in Medicine, Biomedical Science, Dietetics, Human Biology) or hold appropriate professional qualifications and be able to demonstrate suitable background knowledge and skills.
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Rural Health (Shrewsbury) www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk/pg/rural-health University Centre Shrewsbury
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2-4 years
MSc
October 2020 / January 2021
This interdisciplinary course of study will engage with doctors and health professionals working in rural areas. It will address the unique challenges in delivering a high-quality health service to people living in rural communities. Why study Rural Health with us? Our course will respond to doctors and health professional colleagues seeking to develop their understanding of, and find solutions to, the specific challenges of serving a rural population. The course engages with the substantial and unique experience of delivering healthcare in rural areas, and will relate to the specific identities of each student’s practice, facilitating a bespoke course of study. Although this is an advanced course in rural health and medicine, it equally facilitates a bespoke approach to learning, allowing for practitioners to critically consider their own practice. This course will also be multi- and interdisciplinary, reflecting the primary care services provided by a range of healthcare professionals. Importantly, it will be respectful of the unique attributes of each profession, and the need for all students to be valued. Critical to the delivery of the course is University Centre Shrewsbury, situated in one of the most rural counties in England. We have a determination to address the very significant rural health concerns evident in Shropshire and beyond.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk
The Learning Experience The course will be delivered by a range of academic staff and appropriate clinicians and relevant lecturers with current expertise and experience in rural health. Course modules will either be delivered as weekly lectures or in block days, with some modules incorporating online learning. Most taught lectures will be delivered at University Centre Shrewsbury, and supported with access to learning materials. You will be assessed through a variety of methods, including essays, poster, oral exams and a dissertation. The research dissertation is assessed by the production of a substantial review paper and an academic research article suitable for publication in an appropriate research journal. Level 7 modules include 400 hours’ learning activity with no less than 20 hours’ contact time.
What will I learn?
Entry Requirements
Our MSc in Rural Health responds to doctors and health professionals engaging with CPD, and seeks to enhance your knowledge of the unique complexities and diversities of delivering healthcare in rural areas. The range of modules and mode of delivery will enable you to critically examine your own practice and benefit from a bespoke experience.
Applications are invited from those with related undergraduate degrees or equivalent background experience; doctors; and allied health professionals.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine www.chester.ac.uk/pg/stem-cells Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2-4 years
Chester Medical School, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MSc
The use of stem cells is one of the most exciting areas of modern science, and our MSc will help enable you to develop an advanced understanding of this area. The application of stem cells and new regenerative medicines will help solve major health problems – for example age-related disorders and chronic heart disease. Why Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine with us?
The Learning Experience
You will receive training in the key skills required in the reading and interpretation of the literature and translating that into evidence-based practice. We aim to develop your research and writing skills so that you will be in a position to contribute to the scientific literature in an effective manner.
Our course consists of taught modules and a Research Dissertation.
The course culminates in the Research Dissertation, which will be assessed through your production of two articles in the style of published scientific work. Our aim will be to develop these to publication with you if suitable.
You will be assessed via coursework assignments which may include literature reviews, case studies, laboratory reports, posters or oral presentations.
If biomedical or clinical research is your interest, on successful completion of the MSc you may wish to continue with your education by studying for a PhD. Alternatively you could study for medicine, physician associate studies or a PGCE.
The total number of contact hours for the whole course are 360 hours, out of a total study time of 1,800 hours.
What will I learn? You will develop your in-depth knowledge and critical understanding of essential concepts in stem cell biology, tissue repair/tissue engineering and regenerative medicine, along with aspects of molecular medicine. Seminars and tutorials will be held with various healthcare professionals and clinical researchers.. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £745 Full course fee: £6,705 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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We deliver taught modules as three-day intensive courses to facilitate attendance from students in employment. Weekly support sessions and journal club supplement learning.
Entry Requirements Applicants must hold an appropriate first degree with a minimum of 2:2 honours (e.g. in Medicine, Biomedical Science, Dietetics, Human Biology) or hold appropriate professional qualifications and be able to demonstrate suitable background knowledge and skills.
Medical and Life Sciences
Biotechnology (MRes) (Shrewsbury)* www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk/biotechnology-mres University Centre Shrewsbury
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2-4 years
Chester Medical School, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MRes
Research in biotechnology offers new solutions for the many medical, veterinary, agricultural and environmental challenges that humankind faces in the 21st century. This course will focus on developing your laboratory-based research skills in a biotechnological area of your choice, while equipping you for a future academic or industry-based career. Why study the Biotechnology (MRes) with us? Our lecturers have specialist knowledge and research experience in human, animal, plant and microbial biotechnology, and you will also be taught by visiting lecturers from academia and local biotechnology industries who are leaders in their respective fields. You will take two taught but research-focused modules that aim to equip you with key theoretical and practical skills, and introduce you to examples of current and future applications of biotechnology. You will then select a laboratory-based research topic that interests you with a supervisor of your choice. In certain cases this may involve collaboration with industrial partners. The emphasis in the course will be on applied biotechnology and problemsolving and will therefore involve the development of key skills that are in demand in the biotechnology sector. Consequently, upon successful completion of the course, you will not only be equipped for a future career in academic research but also in various biotechnology industries.
What will I learn? Research and Analytical Skills for Bioscientists covers the research skills essential in any bioscience research project, including core biotechnology laboratory skills. Advances in Biotechnology emphasises applied aspects (i.e. gene editing, tissue engineering, CAR-T therapy and nutraceuticals). Practical experience is extended by conducting a mini research project.
Home/EU students: Full-time: £4,406 per annum Part-time: £2,203 per annum
The individual research project is then undertaken and is the primary focus of this course. Opportunities to work with external industrial collaborators are likely in some cases. For a full list of modules, visit: www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk
The Learning Experience Taught modules are delivered via lectures/tutorials, laboratory sessions and IT labs, involving 40 hours’ tutor contact plus 160 hours’ private guided study. The research module will involve 1,400 hours of study time, including 50 hours of tutor contact. You will have the opportunity to contribute to a journal club, tutorials and research seminars. Taught modules are assessed via coursework assignments. The research project culminates in the production of a substantial review paper and an academic research article suitable for publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
Entry Requirements A 2:1 honours degree in a relevant discipline together with preparedness to study and formal interview is required. A 2:2 honours degree may be mitigated by experience. Advanced standing must be agreed before enrolment. *Subject to validation
International students: Classroom-based / Laboratory-based: Full-time: £13,031 / £16,786 per annum Part-time: £6,516 / £8,393 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Medical Science (MRes) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/medical-science-mres Bache Hall, and Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2-4 years
Chester Medical School, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MRes
Biomedical and medical research ultimately leads to the treatments of tomorrow. This course provides ideal training for students who wish to move onto a PhD course, or who simply wish to undertake a significant research project. The focus of this MRes is on a biomedical/medical research project in your chosen discipline. Why study the Medical Science (MRes) with us?
The Learning Experience
You will take two taught modules before moving to the research component. You will be able to choose your main discipline before joining the course, and this might include one from: cancer biology, cardiovascular disease, dementia, diabetes, gastroenterology, immunology, oncology, stem cell biology or psychological medicine. You will also join a research team at Chester Medical School and the medical staff at one of our partner hospital trusts.
Most taught modules are delivered as three-day intensive courses to facilitate attendance from students in employment, both nationwide and internationally.
The MRes provides excellent training for those who wish to continue to study towards the completion of a PhD at Chester and other universities.
What will I learn? The two taught modules cover the research skills essential in any clinical or medical research project. You will also have access to any of the School’s portfolio of MSc modules. During these modules, you will develop a research proposal with your supervisor, to ensure an early start on the research work. Your research project will be within a research group at the forefront of the field.
Weekly support sessions and journal club supplement learning are held in our modern facilities in Bache Hall or at the Parkgate Campus in Chester. Assessment is largely through coursework. This culminates in the Research Dissertation, which is assessed by the production of a substantial review paper and an academic research article, or an extended research article for the Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine pathway (see opposite), suitable for publication in an appropriate research journal.
Entry Requirements Applicants should normally possess a 2:1 honours degree in a related subject, such as biological sciences, medicine, or veterinary sciences. Students with relevant work experience, but without the required qualifications, should contact the Programme Leader.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Full-time: £4,406 per annum Part-time: £2,203 per annum
International students: Classroom-based / Laboratory-based: Full-time: £13,031 / £16,786 per annum Part-time: £6,516 / £8,393 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Medical Science (MRes) – Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine pathway www.chester.ac.uk/pg/medical-science-mres-stem Bache Hall, and Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2-4 years
Chester Medical School, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MRes
This course focuses on developing investigative laboratory-based research skills while addressing theoretical and applicable questions in stem cells and regenerative medicine. The MRes provides an intensive research-led environment which is ideal training for students wishing to study for a PhD or who simply wish to undertake a significant research project. Why study the Medical Science (MRes) – Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine pathway with us? Our lecturers have specialist knowledge and work with a diverse range of skill sets that have application in the field of stem cell research and regenerative medicine. Students undertaking the MRes are able to draw on this expertise.
Your research project of your choice will be within a stem cell research group at the forefront of the field. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience
You will join the research team at Chester Medical School and the medical staff at our partner hospital trusts. As a research student, you will also join a growing group of over 100 postgraduate students in Chester Medical School.
Teaching is delivered through lectures, small group teaching sessions and laboratory practicals, supplemented by online materials. You will also contribute to research seminars and a weekly journal club.
In addition, Chester is an active member of the Mercia Stem Cell Alliance and the UK Mesenchymal Stem Cell research community.
Taught modules are assessed through coursework assignments which may include literature reviews, laboratory reports, posters or oral presentations.
If you wish to pursue research further, on successful completion of the MRes you may wish to study for a PhD.
The Research Dissertation is assessed by the production of a substantial review paper and an academic research article suitable for publication in an appropriate research journal.
What will I learn? You will undertake two taught modules before moving to the research component.
The total study time will be 1,800 hours, of which over 50% will be carrying out research.
The two taught modules cover the theory and research skills essential in any stem cell-based research project and may include topics such as: how to define stem cells; stem cell culture and maintenance; application of stem cell and tissue engineering; model systems of regeneration; response to injury; regulatory factors governing tissue regeneration; and aspects of regenerative medicine.
Entry Requirements
Home/EU students: Full-time: £4,406 per annum Part-time: £2,203 per annum
Applicants should normally possess a 2:1 honours degree in a related subject, such as biological sciences, medicine, or veterinary sciences. Students with relevant work experience, but without the required qualifications, should contact the course leader.
International students: Classroom-based / Laboratory-based: Full-time: £13,031 / £16,786 per annum Part-time: £6,516 / £8,393 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Doctor of Medicine (MD) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/doctor-of-medicine Bache Hall, near Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 3 years
Chester Medical School, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020 / May 2021
MD
This is an exciting opportunity to join a novel training course developed by the University of Chester along with the Countess of Chester Hospital in partnership with the Royal College of Physicians, London (including support for the candidates to obtain GMC registration). The course involves rotational hands-on training in all the major clinical specialities in a top UK hospital. Why study the Doctor of Medicine (MD) with us?
The Learning Experience
You will join a team of clinical, educational and research supervisors from Countess of Chester Hospital and the University of Chester in a welldeveloped course, in which you will have opportunities to gain theoretical, clinical and research skills in all main specialities of medicine. The research topic will be jointly run by the research team at Chester Medical School and the medical staff at one of the Countess of Chester Hospitals. You will also have the opportunity to:
You will be fully supported and encouraged to prepare and obtain the MRCP as well as producing a portfolio of research outputs suitable for publication. These will include clinical audits, systematic reviews and research papers. You will also have the opportunity to complete specialist modules from our MSc courses.
• gain experience in a variety of research projects and methodologies, leading to publication(s) in peer reviewed journals • gain hands-on training in all major specialities of clinical medicine, supported by supervisors • undertake clinical training portfolios akin to the UK local training programme in partnership with RCP London, enabling completion of MRCP • work up to 20 hours a week as a junior doctor on successful GMC registration.
Degrees will be rewarded after successful completion of the dissertation, including viva voce examination and the final examination at the end of Year 3.
Entry Requirements This course is only available for international students to apply for.
What will I learn? You will design and complete a variety of research studies with the support of our researchers and clinicians. You will also complete a rotation through the clinical specialities, developing your clinical knowledge and skills. The thesis comprises a portfolio of publishable works. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Please see: www.chester.ac.uk/fees-per-module International students: £28,935 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Who is this course for? There is an expectation that students entering this course will already be or are working towards being higher specialists in public health or at senior policy level.
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Chester Medical School Research
Research in the Medical School covers all areas of clinical and biomedical research. Our Chester Centre for Stress Research (CCSR) is an interdisciplinary group that focuses on all aspects of stress analysed at molecular, biological, psychological and social levels; and our stem cell research group is dedicated to developing a better understanding of how stem cells can be used in regenerative medicine and tissue engineering. Our Expertise
How We Will Support You
Chester Medical School has well-equipped modern research laboratories, allowing us to analyse cells at the molecular level. Our studies range from basic cellular/molecular science to clinical translational studies.
As a research student, you will join a growing group of over 100 postgraduate students in Chester Medical School.
In addition, Chester Medical School is an active member of Cell Stress Society International, Mercia Stem Cell Alliance and the UK Mesenchymal Stem Cell research community. Current research topics include: cellular stress; extra-cellular heat shock proteins; age-related disorders; wound healing; spinal cord injury; clinical studies in Alzheimer’s disease; cardiovascular disease; cancer; diabetes and other diseases; and exercise and stress.
Our weekly journal club is open to all students, and we run a monthly seminar series with the Countess of Chester. Specialist facilities at Chester Medical School are supported by our academic and technical staff. Further information: Professor John Williams Email: john.williams@chester.ac.uk / medicine@chester.ac.uk
Our staff are experienced researchers who collaborate widely – regionally, nationally and internationally – with clinical and scientific colleagues. We are based near the Countess of Chester Hospital site, which allows our studies to have direct clinical relevance.
Chester Medical School has wellequipped modern research laboratories, allowing us to analyse cells at the molecular level. Our studies range from basic cellular/molecular science to clinical translational studies.
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Modern Languages and Area Studies Enjoy advancing your knowledge of global language cultures in a vibrant learning environment, supported by staff with internationally recognised excellence in research.
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Modern Languages and Area Studies Why Study? Postgraduate studies in modern languages and language-based area studies provide enviable opportunities for personal and career development for those planning to enter professions requiring high level language skills, and are also very well adapted to the needs of applicants already engaged in professional life. The Department of Modern Languages has a friendly and supportive atmosphere, while also being dynamic and innovative.
Campus and Facilities The Department is based in the Binks Building at our Parkgate Road Campus, Chester. There is an international flavour to the Department, with many students from continental Europe here. You will have regular access to three digital language laboratories with over 70 computer workstations, and to the dedicated postgraduate study zone in the Binks Building.
Research Active Staff With a vibrant and growing team of researchers, supervision is provided in a wide variety of subjects with opportunities to pursue your own academic interests through research degree programmes. Staff speak French, German, Mandarin and Spanish, and topics currently explored include modern languages and their global cultures across areas of the world where these languages are spoken. Our postgraduate students are always very welcome to participate in the series of research seminars and guest talks running in the Department every year.
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Language, Cultures and Translation www.chester.ac.uk/pg/language-cultures-and-translation Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Part-time: 2 years
Department of Modern Languages, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MA
Our MA in Language, Cultures and Translation offers you the chance to develop your linguistic and translation skills to Master’s level while providing you with the research methodologies and frameworks necessary to design and complete a dissertation in language-based area studies or translation theory. Why study Language, Cultures and Translation with us?
The Learning Experience
This MA offers you the chance to further develop your linguistic skills, both through the production of academic essays and presentations in the target language and through the analysis and generation of texts in translation. An independent portfolio of professional engagement will allow you to explore the application of translation in the world of work and provide opportunities for work shadowing. Research methodologies are taught in context across the two years and support the design and completion of your chosen dissertation topic.
In Year 1, sessions are taught one evening per week. Most sessions are delivered in our language laboratories, where students have access to a wide range of online materials. All taught modules are conducted as seminars/ workshops with occasional lectures and invited speakers. The final taught module is delivered early in Year 2, after which the Dissertation is conducted through individual supervision.
During the course, you will be able to explore cultures across the globe and discover how languages and identities develop in areas such as francophone Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia.
Apart from one 20% exam in the Language Development module at the end of Year 1, all assessment is coursework and includes: essays; presentations; translation; summaries; debates; portfolios of language work and of professional engagement; an extended translation project; and the Dissertation.
What will I learn?
Entry Requirements
In Year 1, you will be introduced to a wide range of theoretical frameworks and research methodologies, including identity politics, postcolonialism, discourse analysis and research ethics. These are taught alongside target language development and translation studies.
A 2:1 honours degree in Chinese Studies, French, German or Spanish, or in one of those languages combined with another discipline, is required. Consideration will be given to those who hold a lower classification who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully. All applicants to the course will be interviewed to assess their linguistic ability and discuss their research interests.
Year 2 will help you to apply your research skills to your chosen dissertation topic in an early taught module and through one-to-one supervision sessions. The year culminates with the submission of the Dissertation. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: ÂŁ660 Full course fee: ÂŁ5,940 International students: Please contact the University for part-time international fees information. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Research Group
Area Studies (Languages)
Researchers in language-based Area Studies conduct research in the global language cultures of the Chinese, Francophone, Hispanic and German-speaking worlds. The Area Studies research group is multilingual and interdisciplinary and welcomes students and staff from across the University to its research activities and events. Our Expertise
How We Will Support You
Our group participated in the Research Excellence Framework for the first time in 2014 and several areas of our research were rated as World Leading or Internationally Excellent.
The annual series of research events in Modern Languages and Area Studies launched in 2010 has become a focus of interdisciplinary research and debate at the University of Chester. Our undergraduate and postgraduate students participate actively in the series. The papers presented in the series include articles subsequently presented at international conferences and published as articles in academic journals and conference proceedings in the UK, USA, China, and across Europe. We also hold workshops highlighting new and inspiring lines of enquiry and research methods being pioneered in our research group.
We publish the findings from our research projects every year in peerreviewed international academic journals covering our fields of expertise. These include global Francophone Studies, the Hispanic Caribbean, Chinese studies, and post-unification Germany, to name but some of our specialisms. Researchers in the unit are also members of international research groups, and present their research findings at annual international conferences and symposia. We have a unique combination of interrelated research interests providing a vibrant environment for study. We also offer high-quality one-to-one supervision for our students, and have a particularly strong reputation for student support. We are developing an expertise in the digital humanities, and welcome enquiries in this area in addition to the non-digital fields of language-based area studies.
We have a unique combination of interrelated research interests providing a vibrant environment for study.
The internationally recognised books we publish in our specialist fields of contemporary cultural discourses, social and political history, visual cultures and literature are regularly integrated into our postgraduate teaching and research programmes resulting in a constant enrichment and renewal in our supervisory and teaching materials. As a student, our research environment will offer you a personalised approach to learning and studying incorporating a range of opportunities in the course of your studies to develop presenting and writing skills. This takes place in one-to-one supervision and in shared events such as our research seminars and workshops. Throughout your course of study, your personal development will be actively supported by a personal academic tutor. Further information: Professor Claire Griffiths Email: c.griffiths@chester.ac.uk
We also offer high-quality one-to-one supervision for our students, and have a particularly strong reputation for student support.
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Performing Arts Engage in the practice and theory of Drama, Dance and Popular Music, and broaden your skills in these creative disciplines with access to a range of excellent performance facilities.
Student Profile
“I would proudly say that the course has helped me massively in my career. I have been made an unconditional offer to further my study in teaching through a PGCE at Greenwich University. I could not have done this without the help and support of my lecturers. The facilities have helped me make my ideas and frameworks come to life. Having full access to the studios and performance spaces has allowed my creativity to blossom.� Evangeline Hartley MA Drama
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Campus and Facilities
All our courses share strong vocational elements and emphasise professional competence, artistry and creativity, underpinned by academic study. The Department has a team of committed and industry active staff, and a number of guest academics and practitioners provide lectures, workshops and performances to enrich your studies. We provide many opportunities for you to be involved in performance beyond the classroom.
At Creative Campus, Kingsway, you will have access to professional, industry standard facilities, and the opportunity to book out performance spaces and equipment. On site, we have a large dance studio, black box and white box studios, and an outdoor performance space, all with sprung floors, as well as large and small drama studios. Our music-specific facilities include fully equipped recording studios and soundproof rehearsal rooms, as well as a range of performance and recording equipment.
Research Active Staff We have a thriving research culture, which covers areas of expertise in Drama, Dance, Popular Music Studies, Applied Performance, Performance Ethnography, Performance Theory, Theatre Adaptation, Music Production, Music Composition and Musicology. Staff research is supported by a departmental seminar series, reading groups, annual symposia and international conferences. Staff members regularly present their research at national and international conferences and public events.
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Dance www.chester.ac.uk/pg/dance Creative Campus, Kingsway
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Performing Arts, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MA
Our Master’s course is intended for practitioners from a range of dance fields and aims to reflect developments in practice-based research and current dance practices. It is designed for those who wish to extend their own creative potential and scholarly inquiry, and develop skills and knowledge through dance/art making and performance. Why study Dance with us? This course celebrates the dance practitioner across the wider dance community. The course aims to weave critical inquiry with creative freedom, thereby building your self-confidence in developing your practice and research in the context of current debates. You will have the opportunity to: • attend guest workshops, lectures, performance opportunities and seminars • work alongside professional artists and researchers • be part of a vibrant interdisciplinary research culture • work in excellent studios, performance spaces, IT facilities and learning resources.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience Teaching takes place in the School of Arts and Media. Creative Campus, Kingsway offers 6,920 square metres of floor space, including a 200-seat lecture theatre; dance and performance studios; a learning resource centre; subject-specific IT labs housing 200 Macs and PCs; and two catering outlets. Modes of learning include: lectures, practical studio-based workshops, presentations, seminars, performances, and one-to-one tutorials.
All staff specialisms appear at: www.chester.ac.uk/departments/performing-arts/staff
Assessment will be via: critically informed practical presentations; performances/practical pieces (with accompanying oral examination); written work; analytical documentation of performances/practical work; portfolios of written and visual evidence; and objects and other traces of performance.
What will I learn?
Entry Requirements
Our modules are designed to help you: • develop a wider understanding of research methodologies within the arts • experience a variety of artistic and creative practices through artist-led workshop opportunities • deepen and articulate your own practice, in order to empower you to take creative leadership • explore creative and compositional methods and approaches in dance making.
A 2:1 honours degree in any relevant discipline or an equivalent qualification is usually required. Consideration will be given to those who hold a lower classification who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully. Admission is by written application and interview. Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of proficiency to IELTS 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in each band or equivalent.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Drama www.chester.ac.uk/pg/drama Creative Campus, Kingsway
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Performing Arts, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MA
This course promises support to realise your performance ambitions. Academically there are seminars in research methodologies, essay writing and documentation. The bulk of your time is spent on three selfinitiated practical projects with expert supervision. As an option, you may audition for performance at Chester’s professional repertory theatre, Storyhouse. Why study Drama with us? The philosophical basis of this course is a belief in artistic development through active self-discovery. You will use creative and somatic practices to allow academic thinking through the body as well as verbally. You will be encouraged to find and develop your unique professional performance identity. This may be in contemporary performance art practices or more established forms of theatre. There is a strong commitment to interdisciplinary work, aided by the interaction you will have with Dance, Popular Music, Fine Art and Design students. The Programme Leader is both a performer and visual artist, and there is expertise in educational theatre work in the Department. Details of all staff specialisms appear on our website at: www.chester.ac.uk/departments/performing-arts/staff
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
The Learning Experience Tuition is through practical studio sessions, seminars, tutorials and lectures, and may include visiting workshops by important national and international theatre companies and/or an artist in residence. Assessment is via coursework, including performances, essays, presentations, oral examinations, portfolios of work and performance documentation. During the course you will have access to the modern facilities of the Department, including extremely spacious studios, and sound and video editing suites with industry-standard software for digital performance work and documentation.
What will I learn?
Entry Requirements
There are three substantial practical modules. They involve the submission of your own proposals, out of which your performance projects will develop. These are taught by tutorial supervision and group workshops. Subject to audition, these can be taken at Storyhouse (www.storyhouse.com) – the local professional repertory theatre.
The standard requirement is a 2:1 honours degree in any relevant discipline or an equivalent qualification is usually required. Consideration will be given to those who hold a lower classification who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully. Admission is by written application and interview.
The theoretical modules, taught through practical workshops and seminar discussion, examine research methodologies, construction of essays and conference presentations and documentation, with an emphasis on practice as research.
Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of proficiency to IELTS 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in each band or equivalent.
Home/EU students: Please see: www.chester.ac.uk/fees-per-module International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Popular Music www.chester.ac.uk/pg/popular-music Creative Campus, Kingsway
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Performing Arts, Faculty of Arts and Humanities
October 2020
MA
This is a modular course leading to the award of MA in Popular Music. The course will be of interest to those concerned with the exploration of all aspects of performance. Our course is designed to develop your creative skills and theoretical understanding to an advanced level. Why study Popular Music with us?
The Learning Experience
Our MA in Popular Music has pathways in: performance; songwriting and composition; and music studies.
Teaching is by lectures, tutorials, seminars and workshops.
Initially, you will follow a core curriculum that seeks to contextualise your own practice and start an engagement with the general field of study. Our course offers you the opportunity to shape your learning through a series of modules that will enable you to integrate scholarly work with your own practice as a musician, composer or musicologist. Our modules consider current theoretical and practical debates in the subject area, and will guide you through the kind of research methodologies required at Master’s level. You will be given the opportunity to negotiate the most effective means of approaching your subject, with a view to producing an intensive study of your specialism.
What will I learn? Our modules cover areas of research strategy, analysis, documentation and management, and will require you to engage with and develop your skills to an advanced level. The final phase of the MA will result in the production of a substantial piece of work – for example a large-scale performance, workshop, lecture or event. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Assessment can take the form of performances, essays, practical presentations, lecture demonstrations, oral assessments, and the submission of portfolios of original music. Contact time is 3-4 hours (full-time) or 1.5-2 hours (part-time) per week. Workload is 40 hours (full-time) or 20 hours (part-time) per week.
Entry Requirements Applicants will normally hold a 1st or 2:1 honours degree in a related subject. Consideration will be given to those who hold a lower classification who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully. Where applicants are not progressing directly from a degree, professional experience and expertise may be taken into account. Applicants will be expected to attend an audition and/or interview in order to demonstrate their suitability for the course.
Research Group
Performing Arts
Research in the Department of Performing Arts is grouped around two themes: applied performance (community dance; the role of applied drama in working with specific target groups; drama-in-education; drama and the professions; dance and drama pedagogy), and creative practices (creation of performances; stage adaptation; musicology; creative processes/production).
Our Expertise
How We Will Support You
The Department runs courses in drama, dance, and popular music; potential candidates from any one of these disciplines can apply to undertake research. We also have a commitment to interdisciplinary work in the broad field of performance.
As a student, you will have access to specialist performance and workshop spaces, equipment, and ICT facilities for research.
The staff in Performing Arts are established practitioners as well as researchers and writers. They produce work that covers all aspects of performance: dance; theatre; applied performance; music composition; performance curation; and performance analysis. They have an international profile and have shown their work at performing arts festivals and events around the world.
There are opportunities to study towards an MRes or PhD supervised by the Department’s team of qualified, experienced supervisors. Research students are fully integrated into the work of the Department, and you will have the opportunity to take a module in research methods with our MA cohort. You will be encouraged to present your work at one of our regular postgraduate School of Arts and Media seminars, and will be encouraged to attend external conferences, to present your work and to network with the wider academic community.
The Department works closely with Storyhouse (www.storyhouse.com), Chester’s new theatre venue, and staff have worked with a number of academic and professional organisations in the UK and abroad.
Further information: Associate Professor Shelley Piasecka Email: s.piasecka@chester.ac.uk
You will have access to five performance spaces: two large workshop spaces; two workshop/ performance spaces; and one dedicated music performance space. There is also a library space on site at the Creative Campus, Kingsway, and extensive library resources at Parkgate Road Campus.
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Policing, Law Enforcement and Security www.chester.ac.uk/pg/policing-law-security Warrington Campus
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Institute of Policing, Faculty of Social Science
October 2020
MSc
This course is designed for students with an academic/professional background in policing, law enforcement and security who wish to pursue further study and research into topics of contemporary interest. Those completing this MSc will have become competent and independent minded, and be able to use these skills in the law enforcement sector or elsewhere. Why study Policing, Law Enforcement and Security with us?
The Learning Experience
This course incorporates and addresses the subjects that are a significant threat and challenge to contemporary society and are priority areas for policing, law enforcement and security organisations.
Our course is taught using lectures, seminars, workshops and presentations, and these will be supplemented by private study. We deliver the course over one day each week over three short semesters of six weeks, with an induction in September.
We draw on the extensive practitioner experience of the academic teaching team supplemented by serving practitioners from specialist law enforcement agencies, including the Police Service, National Crime Agency and the North West Counter Terrorism Unit, in order to provide a unique and complementary learning environment. Our lecturers bring their subject to life by referring to real-world scenarios.
The teaching hours will normally be six hours per week, depending on whether you choose to study the course on a full-time or part-time basis. Assessment will be by written coursework, as well as group or individual presentations. There are no written examinations.
What will I learn?
Entry Requirements
You will study five compulsory modules: Risk Management and Vulnerability; Leading and Managing Multi-Agency Partnerships; Culture, Values and Ethics in Policing, Law Enforcement and Security; Research Methods; and the Dissertation.
Applicants need a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in policing, law enforcement and security related subject. Credit exemption may be given for certified or experiential learning taken during the previous five years.
You will also choose two optional modules from a range of specialised modules, which include, for example, Cybersecurity and Investigation; Counter Terrorism and Serious and Complex Organised Crime; Financial Investigation; and Intelligence and Covert Policing Management. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
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Psychology and Counselling We offer a student-centred and research-rich environment in which graduates at different career stages can develop their knowledge and skills in psychology and the talking therapies. Student Profile
“On successful completion, this course will provide me with the qualifications and capabilities to practice clinical counselling to a recognised professional standard. This will provide me with a wonderful opportunity to devote the next stage of my life to an entirely new and fulfilling experience.�
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Psychology and Counselling Why Study?
Campus and Facilities
Research Active Staff
Whatever your career stage, we offer courses which can develop your knowledge and skills and support your career development. Practitioners in the ‘talking therapies’ can develop their skills through accredited further training or a professional doctorate course. Psychology graduates can continue and specialise their studies and we also offer opportunities for graduates from a range of disciplines to study psychology at postgraduate level.
Based on the attractive Parkgate Road Campus, close to the city centre, staff offices, well-equipped lab spaces, counselling suites and computer rooms are housed close together, creating a welcoming learning environment. Postgraduate Psychology students can use the full range of lab equipment available in the department in their dissertation research, or make use of our research links with local organisations such as schools, charities, zoo, police and NHS, creating opportunities for a wide range of research projects.
In your postgraduate study you will be taught and supervised by staff who are active professional therapists and researchers. We offer opportunities for Master’s dissertations and doctoral level study in a range of areas of Psychology and Social and Political Science with world-leading researchers in the areas of: Forensic Psychology; Children and Families; Contextual and Behavioural Science; Space, Place and Sustainability; Health, Well-Being and Welfare; and Social Policy and Inequality.
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280 Psychology (Conversion)
277 Clinical Counselling
281 Psychology (MRes)
278 Cognitive & Behavioural Therapies: High Intensity Training
282 Doctor of Professional Studies (DProf ) – Counselling and Psychotherapy Studies, and Psychological Trauma
279 Family and Child Psychology
You may also be interested in our Art Therapy course (page 188), our Gender Studies (MRes) course (page 162, or our Social Policy research group (page 202).
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Applied Psychology www.chester.ac.uk/pg/applied-psychology Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
School of Psychology, Faculty of Social Science
October 2020
MSc
Our MSc course offers an excellent opportunity to explore the application of psychology, and learn fundamental principles of assessment and intervention development. The course emphasises the need for underpinning scientific principles and for sound evidence to support professional practice. Examples are drawn from many areas of applied psychology. Why study Applied Psychology with us?
The Learning Experience
Applied psychology is a broad field, comprising not only the work of practitioner psychologists (Health Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, Sport and Exercise Psychologists etc.), but also that of non-psychologists who apply psychological knowledge, such as coaches, counsellors, teachers and managers.
You will be taught in small-to-medium groups, with a focus on learning through problem-solving, group discussions and practical tasks. There is less lecture-based delivery than other similar courses. Scheduled sessions are on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Our course emphasises evidence-based practice, providing an opportunity to learn about intervention design and how those interventions can be assessed using rigorous scientific standards. The course adopts an ‘active learning’ approach, giving you the chance to try your hand at assessing and intervening in the classroom setting so you can gain confidence in applying what you learn as you go. Our teaching team includes psychologists with practitioner experience in a range of applied settings.
What will I learn? Learning experiences are structured around three main themes: you will gain experience with foundational intervention skills (in role-play settings); you will be supported to develop your self-identity as a professional, adhering to professional standards; and you will be encouraged to learn about the importance of evidence-based practice, and how psychological interventions can be tested and assessed both in practice and in research. You will undertake an advanced research dissertation in an area of applied psychology. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Assessment is mainly through coursework, usually including: reports; essays; role-play videos; portfolios (which may include structured worksheets); presentations; and a Master’s-level research-based dissertation.
Entry Requirements To apply for this course, you need an honours degree in psychology (minimum 2:2). Non-psychology degrees will only be considered if 75% of the credits were taken in a closely psychology-related numerate discipline. If English is not your first language, a 7.0 (no less than 6.0 in any band) IELTS score or equivalent is needed.
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Clinical Counselling www.chester.ac.uk/pg/clinical-counselling Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Part-time: 3 years
Department of Social and Political Science, Faculty of Social Science
October 2020
MA
The complexities of modern life present many situations in which counselling can be valuable. Our Master’s course provides professional education for developing particular qualities in relationship with others, enabling individuals to discover their own resources for a more creative, optimistic and autonomous way of being that is key to counselling. Why study Clinical Counselling with us?
The Learning Experience
Our Clinical Counselling course builds on the University’s reputation of offering quality professional training in counselling for a number of years. The course is accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), and our MA is one of a few accredited MA courses in a university setting in the country.
There are a variety of learning methods, including interactive seminars, small and large group interaction, residential weekends, triad groups, experiential exercises, and student presentations.
The course reflects the ethos of the person-centred approach to counselling, although there is the opportunity to explore other established approaches. There is also the chance to produce a small-scale Research Dissertation in an area of interest in the field of counselling.
What will I learn? • Stage 1 will develop your understanding of, and appreciation for, the nature of the counselling process. • Stage 2 builds on Stage 1, with the addition of a counselling practice placement. • Stage 3 will increase your understanding of, and appreciation for, practitioner research. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940
The course follows a modular structure and is delivered over three years on a part-time basis on one full day a week. Integral to the course are an away day, residential weekends, 20 hours of personal counselling, 150 hours of supervised counselling practice, and 50 hours of administration in an approved placement. Assessment is via coursework of 5,000 words or an equivalent (excluding the Research Dissertation). Coursework will take the form of essays, case studies, recording and critique of sessions, reports and portfolio.
Entry Requirements Acceptance on the course is subject to an assessment interview. Applicants will also be expected to have the following: • A minimum intermediate counselling qualification at Level 2 with attendance within a five-year framework. You will be expected to obtain a reference from the tutor of this course. • A 2:2 honours degree, professional qualification or equivalent. • Applicants must apply for an Occupational Health check.
Course Accreditation: British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
International students: Please contact the University for part-time international fees information. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Cognitive & Behavioural Therapies: High Intensity Training www.chester.ac.uk/pg/cognitive-behavioural-therapies Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 2 years (MSc) / 1 year (Postgraduate Diploma), Part-time: 3 years (MSc) / 2 years (Postgraduate Diploma)
School of Psychology, Faculty of Social Science
October 2020
MSc, Postgraduate Diploma
Our Postgraduate Diploma and MSc are aimed at experienced mental health professionals with experience of working in an IAPT service who wish to become accredited cognitive behavioural psychotherapists. Our course is fully accredited by the British Association of Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) as a Level 2 IAPT course. Why study Cognitive & Behavioural Therapies: High Intensity Training with us?
The Learning Experience
Cognitive & Behavioural Therapies: High Intensity Training is a rigorous, challenging and highly rewarding clinical skills training course.
You will be trained at Parkgate Road Campus through the use of lectures, experiential skills training workshops, and group and individual clinical supervision.
You will be trained in the use of empirically supported treatments, observe expert clinical demonstrations, and receive constructive feedback on your developing clinical competence.
You will apply the skills you learn in the role of High Intensity Trainee within an IAPT service (note the University is not responsible for finding placements).
You will also have the opportunity to develop the research competences required to ensure that your clinical interventions are based upon the best available scientific evidence.
You will be assessed via a critical essay, clinical case studies, videos of assessment and treatment sessions, a clinical practice portfolio and an original piece of research.
Upon successful completion of the course, you will have satisfied the requirements of BABCP minimum training standards, and be eligible to apply for BABCP accreditation.
Trainees are expected to conduct 200 hours of supervised clinical practice by the end of the course.
What will I learn? Within the Postgraduate Diploma you will have the chance to develop, under supervision, the knowledge and skills required to assess, classify, formulate and treat adults with depression and anxiety disorders; and work with patients who have complex clinical presentations. If you undertake the MSc you will also design, plan and conduct an original piece of research. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £900 Full course fee: £8,100 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum (MSc) Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Entry Requirements Applicants will: • have a core professional training in mental health (normally with a science-based honours degree), or demonstrate eligibility through the BABCP Knowledge, Skills & Attitudes pathway • have a minimum of one day a week in face-to-face therapy practice in an IAPT service in the role of high intensity trainee • have in place suitable BABCP-accredited supervision arrangements • be required to attend an interview.
Course Accreditation: British Association of Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP)
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Family and Child Psychology www.chester.ac.uk/pg/family-child-psychology Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year (MSc/Postgraduate Diploma), Part-time: 2 years
School of Psychology, Faculty of Social Science
October 2020
MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
Our exciting course focuses on contemporary issues in family and child psychology, exploring critical issues as families and society become increasingly diverse. Furthermore, our course offers the opportunity to study the interface between family and child psychology and social policy, making its content relevant to students with diverse career objectives. Why study Family and Child Psychology with us?
The Learning Experience
This course provides an excellent opportunity to study the psychology of the child and family in context, engaging with, and being taught by, leading experts in the field. With a heavily applied focus, you will learn, explore and examine how theory can be used to explain contemporary issues in the area while undertaking training in research methodology and practical issues. You will also have the opportunity to join the Family, Infant and Child research group and to take part in School seminars.
Based in the School of Psychology, you will be taught in small group lectures and take part in seminars, practical workshops and discussion groups, and be supported through individual tutorials and online activities.
Our course also emphasises employability skills, embedding a range of professional and practical skills in all of the modules.
You will be assessed entirely through coursework, including a research proposal, a dissemination exercise, oral and poster presentations, essays, a case study and laboratory reports.
What will I learn? There are three elements to our course. Firstly, the substantive modules explore issues such as child development and the changing family. Secondly, the research methods and advanced skills modules will help you to develop a range of practical and professional skills. Thirdly, you will conduct a piece of original research. In all areas there is the chance to orientate the learning experience to areas that are of particular personal interest.
Formal lecture contact is six hours per week (with an expected 18-24 hours’ independent study per week), with additional tutorial and support sessions as required.
Entry Requirements Generally we require an undergraduate honours degree (minimum 2:2) in psychology, or other social science degrees that contain an acceptable component of psychology. Applications from professionals working with children and families and who have degrees in other areas will also be considered on an individual basis.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum (MSc) Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Psychology (Conversion) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/psychology-conversion Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
School of Psychology, Faculty of Social Science
October 2020
MSc
The MSc in Psychology (Conversion) is for people who have degrees in other subjects (or unaccredited psychology degrees) who wish to obtain Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society (BPS). The course provides a comprehensive grounding in the areas of psychology that form the core BPS curriculum. Why study Psychology (Conversion) with us?
The Learning Experience
Teaching on this MSc is course-specific, with classes designed and delivered exclusively for conversion Master’s students, rather than shared with undergraduate courses. All classes are held on one day per week, maximising flexibility for working on assignments, and to help maintain your other commitments.
Modules are delivered through seminars, lectures, laboratory classes, group work and one-to-one sessions. Teaching takes place in lecture theatres and laboratories over six hours per week (with an expected 18-24 hours’ independent study per week).
The School of Psychology at Chester has a well-established record of producing high-calibre students. It is equipped with a wide range of psychological equipment for your use. The School is recognised by both past and present students as a friendly place that has the interests of its students at its heart.
What will I learn? The course is structured on a trimester (three-term) basis. Three modules run in each of the first two trimesters and the dissertation is completed in the third. The modules explore the role of biology in behaviour, mental processes in thinking and feeling, how humans develop across the lifespan, how people differ in personality and intelligence, how we function as social beings, and ways in which these phenomena can be investigated.
Assessment is by coursework, including: • essays • research reports • presentations • posters • a class test • a critique • a dissertation.
Entry Requirements Applicants should have a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in any subject.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Course Accreditation: British Psychological Society (BPS)
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Psychology (MRes) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/psychology-mres Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
School of Psychology, Faculty of Social Science
October 2020
MRes
Our MRes course provides the opportunities and support needed to develop into a competent psychological researcher. This course is ideal for aspiring researchers and aspiring applied psychologists alike.
Why study the Psychology (MRes) with us?
The Learning Experience
On our MRes course, over 75% of your time will be dedicated to conducting your own research project, with expert supervision. The remaining time is spent learning how to design a study, collect and analyse data, and write up and disseminate your findings.
Both taught modules are classroom-based, and provide good staff-student ratios to ensure you get the support you need. Enrolling on an MRes is contingent on your research fitting with the expertise of one of our supervisors, and you will then work with that person throughout the course on a one-to-one basis.
The key to any MRes course is the availability of supervision with expertise relevant to your research question. Chester’s School of Psychology offers a broad range of experience and expertise, covering both applied areas and fundamental psychological science.
What will I learn? You will be able to tailor your MRes experience according to your own interests in psychology. You will learn how to plan, conduct, and report a substantial research project. In the process, you will have the opportunity to gain numerous transferable skills, including project management, data analysis, and the communication of complex ideas. You will, of course, also learn a good deal about your chosen area of psychology. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Full-time: £4,406 per annum Part-time: £2,203 per annum
If studying full time, you should expect to spend up to 40 hours per week studying. Though it depends somewhat on the project you design, it’s reasonable to expect no more than six hours of contact time per week. Across the course you should also expect approximately 60 hours of classroom/lecture time and 12 hours of supervision. Time allocation would be approximately half of this per year for part-time study, taken across two years.
Entry Requirements Possession of a 2:1 honours degree in any area of psychology or social science relevant to the proposed area of study, together with a demonstration by the applicant at interview that they are prepared for study at MRes level, is required. The proposed area of study must fit with the School of Psychology’s research portfolio. A 2:2 honours degree will only be considered in combination with extensive relevant experience.
Course Accreditation: British Psychological Society (BPS)
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Doctor of Professional Studies (DProf ) – Counselling and Psychotherapy Studies, and Psychological Trauma www.chester.ac.uk/pg/dprof-counselling-psychological Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Part-time: 4-6 years
Department of Social and Political Science, Faculty of Social Science
October 2020
DProf
Our DProf course recognises the achievements of practitioners in the disciplines of counselling and psychotherapy, and in psychological trauma. The DProf facilitates the generation of original knowledge that comes out of experience and practice, and enables a fresh and meaningful contribution to be given to practice-based knowledge and dialogue. Why study the Doctor of Professional Studies (DProf ) with us?
The Learning Experience
The Division of Counselling and Psychotherapy, and the Centre for Research and Education in Psychological Trauma, contain several nationally and internationally recognised researchers among its staff. They input onto the teaching and supervision of research on this DProf course.
Learning takes place in one four-day-long block teaching event and six one-day CPD workshops staggered throughout the year in Phase 1 (at which attendance is mandatory), and one four-day-long block teaching event in Phase 2.
There is a vibrant research community at Chester, consisting of both PhD and DProf research students, who meet regularly together, alongside the research staff, to support each other and stimulate new thinking and research ideas.
Throughout the course, we will support you in monthly group supervision (one half-day per month) and in individually negotiated supervision sessions. You will have access to the full range of online library facilities.
What will I learn?
Assessment in Phases 1 and 2 is by means of essays, publishable articles, presentations, and a research proposal. In Phase 3, assessment will be by thesis and viva. Part-time students are expected to give at least 16 hours a week to their studies.
You will be introduced to a range of research methodologies and professional debates to further your research interests. You will have the opportunity to reflect on your own practice, to write for publication and present at conferences, and to conduct dialogue with academic practitioners and researchers who are at the forefront of the counselling/psychotherapy or psychological trauma professions. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
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Entry Requirements To be eligible for the course, you will need to have an MA or MSc in a counselling/psychotherapy-related discipline (with a grade of 60% or above for the research dissertation), plus practitioner experience in counselling/ psychotherapy and/or psychological trauma. Students whose first language is not English will need to demonstrate competence of IELTS Level 7.0.
Who is this course for? This DProf is for therapeutic practitioners who wish to extend their expertise by contributing original knowledge in a professional and organisational context, which comes out of experience and practice.
Research Groups
Psychology
Social and Political Science
Research within the School of Psychology represents the diversity that makes psychology such an interesting area to study and explore. With 37% of our research activity rated as World Leading or Internationally Excellent in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework, we strive to conduct research that has real-world impact.
Within the Department of Social and Political Science, there is a vibrant research culture with staff engaged in research and knowledge transfer of national and international significance. Our staff teach and research across a wide range of subject areas within the social sciences, reflecting the courses which we offer (www.chester.ac.uk/sps/study).
Our Expertise
Our Expertise
Family, Infant and Child Psychology explores how individuals develop and function in social contexts, and conducts research into bullying and development in young children and infants.
Our reputation for high-quality research has helped us recruit staff with excellent research profiles, providing us with a breadth and depth of expertise. Our students work in a friendly environment, in contact with researchers in their field of study.
Social and Well-being Psychology focuses on the application of theory from social and cognitive perspectives to understand well-being. Forensic and Investigative Psychology explores the application of psychological knowledge to criminal behaviour and policing practices. Experimental Psychology conducts research across cognitive, developmental, social and biological psychology, to advance the scientific understanding of human psychology. The Chester Research Unit for the Psychology of Health conducts research to improve professional practice in health and well-being.
How We Will Support You We pride ourselves on having a supportive environment for those at all stages of their research career. By registering for a research degree with us, you will join our growing postgraduate community. You will have access to technical support and dedicated laboratory space, and have the chance to engage with all research activity in the School, including our evening lecture and seminar programme. You will also have the chance to participate in the Faculty’s Postgraduate Conference and attend relevant training events both within and external to the University. As you progress through your programme of study, your supervisory team will help you develop your research portfolio by working with you on publications and conference submissions. You will also have the chance to join one of our research groups and participate in debates with staff, workshops and writing sessions. Further information: Professor Moira Lafferty Email: m.lafferty@chester.ac.uk or Dr Michelle Mattison Email: m.mattison@chester.ac.uk
We have expertise in three areas that capture our research: Space, Place and Sustainability; Health, Well-Being and Welfare; and Social Policy and Inequality. Please look at our staff profiles (www.chester.ac.uk/departments/sps/staff) and publications and contact us to discuss possible supervision. Research by members of the Department is used by governments and nongovernmental groups and networks around the world. The Department’s strong research culture is reflected in regular research seminars and visits from internationally renowned scholars.
How We Will Support You As a postgraduate student, you will work alongside academic supervisors who are passionate about the research they do, are at the forefront of developing new ideas, and will challenge you to approach your learning and research with the same professionalism, academic rigour and enthusiasm with which they undertake their research. In addition to having access to supervisors, library facilities, and specialist software for quantitative/qualitative analysis, you will be able to participate in Department, Faculty and cross-University seminars and workshops, in which you will have the opportunity to build skills and network. We also offer links with local and international NGOs, partner organisations and statutory authorities. We constantly seek new ways to work with our postgraduate students to engage with government, industry and the community in order to build productive, sustainable partnerships and tackle some of the fundamental issues and injustices facing us all. Further information: Dr Paul Taylor Email: paul.taylor@chester.ac.uk
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Sports Science and Sports Performance With a variety of courses and module choices available, you will enjoy access to a range of sports facilities and a supportive and enriching learning environment.
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Sports Science and Sports Performance Why Study?
Campus and Facilities
Research Active Staff
Small class sizes and personal attention from established, professional and student-centred staff are the hallmark of postgraduate study within our two departments: Sport and Exercise Sciences (Chester) and the Chester Business School @ Warrington. Our links with the sporting community locally, nationally and internationally keep our courses fresh and ensure graduates have the skills needed for employment.
Courses within Sport and Exercise Sciences are taught at Parkgate Road Campus, Chester, while the Chester Business School @ Warrington is available at Warrington Campus. Facilities available across both campuses include: well-equipped laboratories for the study of performance, psychology and biomechanics; a floodlit 3G synthetic grass pitch; floodlit AstroTurf pitches; running tracks; a 25m heated swimming pool; fitness suites; dance studio/gym; sports halls; squash courts; and rugby, hockey and football pitches.
The Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences has a strong research culture. Its research activity can be divided into two distinct groups – Sociology of Sport and Exercise and Applied Sport and Exercise Sciences – which focus on advancing knowledge through high-quality research that is of benefit to numerous recipients as a consequence of its impact on the exercising and sporting populations, society, public policy, culture and quality of life.
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290 Sports Performance Analysis
287 Sport Coaching and Development
291 Sports Performance Science
288 Sports Biomechanics
292 Sport and Exercise Sciences (MRes)
289 Sports Medicine You may also be interested in courses within our Health Care and Social Work section (page 184).
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Sociology of Sport and Exercise www.chester.ac.uk/pg/sociology-of-sport-and-exercise Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
October 2020
MSc
The sociology of sport and exercise is an increasingly important discipline in understanding sport, exercise and wider fields such as health. Students studying this course will be better prepared to understand the place sport and exercise have within society and apply this to a range of vocational careers in the field.
Why study Sociology of Sport and Exercise with us?
The Learning Experience
Our MSc in the Sociology of Sport and Exercise is taught by academic staff in the Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences, whose commitment to research-informed teaching makes the course academically rigorous while creating a relaxed learning environment that the students find enjoyable.
The course is delivered at our Parkgate Road Campus in Chester. Throughout the course you will be taught in lead lectures, student-led group discussions and workshops, and weekly one-to-one tutorials.
Our graduates have gone on to pursue successful careers including: teaching in further/higher education institutions; full-time funded doctoral research; working with local, national and international sports organisations; research and consultancy; physical education teaching; and working in the health and fitness industry.
Assessment involves 100% coursework and takes the form of essays, individual presentations, poster presentations, and a research dissertation. Full-time students have six hours’ contact time per week, plus additional student tutorials. You will also be expected to engage in up to 20 hours’ private study per week.
What will I learn?
Entry Requirements
All modules will enable you to explore, theoretically and empirically, research topics that interest you. These include: sport and health, sport policy and development, physical education and youth sport, journalism, the media, drugs, and body image.
Applications are expected from students who have studied sport and exercise sciences, sociology, education, health or history, or similar graduates with a relevant first degree (minimum of 2:2 honours or equivalent).
You will be encouraged to work with sociological theories and topics that are directly of interest to you throughout the course, and then build on this with a final research thesis. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Applications from students with related work experience in the fields of sport, education, health and leisure are welcome.
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Sport Coaching and Development www.chester.ac.uk/pg/sport-coaching-development Warrington Campus
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Chester Business School @ Warrington, Faculty of Business and Management
October 2020
MA
Excellent sporting practitioners can enhance the quality of the experience gained by performers and help participants achieve their potential in sport (Sport England, 2016). Our Master’s course is designed to provide advanced education and training opportunities for coaches and practitioners in a variety of sport and physical activity settings. Why study Sport Coaching and Development with us?
The Learning Experience
You will benefit from research-informed and research-led learning and teaching practices. We will strongly encourage you to contribute to seminars, conferences, and other research sharing opportunities in order to develop your own academic skills and practices.
This course is taught at Warrington Campus by the Department of Sport and Community Engagement and Warrington School of Management.
All our academic teaching staff are experienced professionals with wellestablished contemporary industry links in their area of expertise. Further to this, the Department has also developed strong relationships with a range of professional sporting bodies, including the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA), various county sport partnerships, Warrington Wolves RLFC, and a number of professional football clubs. What will I learn? Our MA aims to improve your knowledge and understanding of core disciplines, concepts, ideas and theories of sports coaching and sport development. The course also covers understanding and implementing behaviour change, coaching pedagogies and practice, and coach development.
Teaching will take the form of lectures and seminars, practical sessions and external speakers or visits. You will have access to contemporary practical IT suites, as well as a range of dedicated facilities – including a sports hall, floodlit full-sized multi-purpose AstroTurf pitch, a fully equipped fitness facility, and two on-site sports fields. Entry Requirements The normal entry requirement for students is the possession of a 2:2 honours degree in any discipline, or equivalent as a minimum. Consideration will be given to applicants without a 2:2 honours degree who have suitable work experience in an industry appropriate to the course. Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of proficiency to IELTS 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in each band or equivalent.
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Sports Biomechanics www.chester.ac.uk/pg/sports-biomechanics Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences
September 2020
MSc
This course has been designed to enable you to develop a range of discipline-specific abilities and apply them to your selected area of special interest. The course is taught by an experienced team of tutors, and all teaching has an applied focus, with full use made of the BASES-accredited sports science laboratories. Why study Sports Biomechanics with us?
The Learning Experience
As well as increasing your theoretical and empirical knowledge within the area, our course comprises core modules that are designed to provide opportunities to enhance your abilities in a range of transferable skills, and also to develop the basic competencies that will aid your personal development should you wish to pursue accreditation in the future, for example with BASES, UKSCA or ISPAS.
You will learn and be taught by means of lectures, seminars, group work and laboratory practical sessions.
Our teaching excellence and research experience, combined with the applied practical experience of many of the staff who have worked with national and international athletes and teams, means that you will be challenged intellectually and will also gain knowledge of how research informs and is informed by practice. The requirement for an experiential learning placement means that our course gives you the opportunity to apply your knowledge within an applied sporting environment, as well as developing key interpersonal skills while working alongside applied practitioners.
What will I learn? Over the year, full-time students will take six taught modules, including: Research Methods; two modules designed to examine practitioner skills and allow you to gain field-based experience of working in an applied setting; and three course-specific Sports Biomechanics modules. You will also complete one triple-module Research Project. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Assessment of modules is varied, and comprises a combination of coursework, research reports and presentations. There are no exams. The number of contact hours for full-time students is typically six to seven hours per week, plus ad-hoc tutorials. The total study time expected for each module is 200 hours. Entry Requirements Applications are expected from sport and exercise sciences, physiology, coaching, biomechanics or similar graduates with a first degree (minimum of 2:1 honours or equivalent). Original certificates and a transcript of marks should be presented with the application.
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Sports Medicine www.chester.ac.uk/pg/sports-medicine Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
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Excellent sporting practitioners can enhance the quality of the experience gained by performers and help participants achieve their potential in sport (Sport England, 2016). Our Master’s course is designed to provide advanced education and training opportunities for coaches and practitioners in a variety of sport and physical activity settings. Why study Sports Medicine with us?
The Learning Experience
As well as increasing your theoretical and empirical knowledge within the area, our course comprises core modules that are designed to provide opportunities to enhance your abilities in a range of transferable skills, and also to develop the basic competencies that will aid your personal development should you wish to pursue accreditation in the future, for example with BASES, UKSCA or ISPAS.
The course is located on the Parkgate Road Campus across a range of lecture rooms and dedicated sports science and computer laboratories.
Our teaching excellence and research experience, combined with the applied practical experience of many of the staff who have worked with national and international athletes and teams, means that you will be challenged intellectually and will also gain knowledge of how research informs and is informed by practice. The requirement for an experiential learning placement means that our course gives you the opportunity to apply your knowledge within an applied sporting environment, as well as developing key interpersonal skills while working alongside applied practitioners.
You will learn and be taught by means of lectures, seminars, group work and laboratory practical sessions. Assessment of modules is varied, and comprises a combination of coursework, research reports and presentations. There are no exams. Entry Requirements Applications are expected from sport and exercise sciences, physiology, coaching, biomechanics or similar graduates with a first degree (minimum of 2:1 honours or equivalent). Original certificates and a transcript of marks should be presented with the application.
What will I learn? Over the year, full-time students will take six taught modules, including: Research Methods; two modules designed to examine practitioner skills and allow you to gain field-based experience of working in an applied setting; and three course-specific Sports Medicine modules. You will also complete one triple-module Research Project. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
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Sports Performance Analysis www.chester.ac.uk/pg/sports-performance-analysis Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
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September 2020
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This course has been designed to enable you to develop a range of discipline-specific abilities and apply them to your selected area of special interest. The course is taught by an experienced team of tutors, and all teaching has an applied focus, with full use made of the BASES-accredited sports science laboratories. Why study Sports Performance Analysis with us?
The Learning Experience
As well as increasing your theoretical and empirical knowledge within the area, our course comprises core modules that are designed to provide opportunities to enhance your abilities in a range of transferable skills, and also to develop the basic competencies that will aid your personal development should you wish to pursue accreditation in the future, for example with BASES, UKSCA or ISPAS.
The course is located on the Parkgate Road Campus across a range of lecture rooms and dedicated sports science and computer laboratories.
Our teaching excellence and research experience, combined with the applied practical experience of many of the staff who have worked with national and international athletes and teams, means that you will be challenged intellectually and will also gain knowledge of how research informs and is informed by practice. The requirement for an experiential learning placement means that our course gives you the opportunity to apply your knowledge within an applied sporting environment, as well as developing key interpersonal skills while working alongside applied practitioners.
What will I learn? Over the year, full-time students will take six taught modules, including: Research Methods; two modules designed to examine practitioner skills and allow you to gain field-based experience of working in an applied setting; and three course-specific Sports Performance Science modules. You will also complete one triple-module Research Project. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
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You will learn and be taught by means of: lectures, seminars, group work and laboratory practical sessions. Assessment of modules is varied, and comprises a combination of coursework, research reports and presentations. There are no exams. The number of contact hours for full-time students is typically six to seven hours per week, plus ad-hoc tutorials. The total study time expected for each module is 200 hours. Entry Requirements Applications are expected from sport and exercise sciences, physiology, coaching, biomechanics or similar graduates with a first degree (minimum of 2:1 honours or equivalent). Original certificates and a transcript of marks should be presented with the application.
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Sports Performance Science www.chester.ac.uk/pg/sports-performance-science Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
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September 2020
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In the field of applied sports science, there is a growing need for people who have the knowledge and skills across several sub-disciplines. This course has been designed to reflect that demand and will expose you to aspects of contemporary sports physiology, strength and conditioning, and sports nutrition. Why study Sports Performance Science with us?
The Learning Experience
As well as increasing your theoretical and empirical knowledge within the area, our course comprises core modules that are designed to provide opportunities to enhance your abilities in a range of transferable skills, and also to develop the basic competencies that will aid your personal development should you wish to pursue accreditation in the future, for example with BASES or UKSCA.
The course is located on Parkgate Road Campus across a range of lecture rooms and sports science and computer laboratories.
The course is taught by an experienced team of tutors who have specialist research interests and publications within the sub-disciplines. All teaching has an applied focus, with full use made of the BASES-accredited sports science laboratories. The above critical elements of teaching excellence and research, combined with the applied practical experience of the staff who have worked with national and international athletes and teams, means that during all lectures you will not only be challenged intellectually but will also gain experience and knowledge of how research informs and is informed by practice.
You will learn and be taught via lectures, seminars, group work and laboratory practical sessions. Assessment of modules is varied, and comprises a combination of coursework, research reports and presentations. There are no exams. The number of contact hours for full-time students is typically six to seven hours per week, plus ad-hoc tutorials. The total study time expected for each module is 200 hours. Entry Requirements A typical background for an applicant will be someone who has a first degree (minimum requirement of a 2:1 honours classification) in either Sport or Exercise Sciences or Sports Studies.
What will I learn? Over the year, full-time students will take six taught modules, including: Research Methods; two modules designed to examine practitioner skills and allow you to gain field-based experience of working in an applied setting; and three course-specific Sports Performance Science modules. You will also complete one triple-module Research Project. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Sport and Exercise Sciences (MRes) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/sport-exercise-sciences-mres Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
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Our MRes in Sport and Exercise Sciences is an innovative opportunity for you to engage in a substantive individual research project with personal supervision and targeted research training. The aim is to give you a supportive environment in which to develop and utilise your research skills in specific areas of interest. Why study the Sport and Exercise Sciences (MRes) with us?
The Learning Experience
You will be taught and supervised by experienced, research-active staff. A large proportion of their research is internationally recognised and has direct impact with real-world practice (i.e. performance, health policy, teaching). Many staff are also engaged with external partners, including sports governing bodies, professional sports clubs and health trusts, which provide applied and research opportunities for students.
You will have access to dedicated sport and exercise science laboratories, sport facilities, a library and IT laboratories.
The above features ensure that you will be provided with appropriate research and applied training that aims to enhance your employability.
What will I learn? Extensive research training, using both quantitative and qualitative approaches, will involve proposal development, application for research ethics and completion of an empirical research project. In addition, you will have the opportunity to develop practical and theoretical knowledge to inform best practice and improve your employability. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Home/EU students: Full-time: £4,406 per annum Part-time: £2,203 per annum International students: Classroom-based / Laboratory-based: Full-time: £13,031 / £16,786 per annum Part-time: £6,516 / £8,393 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Teaching will involve lectures, seminars, practical, group work, and role-play. You will be assessed via written assessments and oral presentations for taught modules, and via a literature review, journal article and oral presentation for the research project. Note there are no formal examinations. Contact hours are 200 hours’ study per taught module, including 40 hours’ contact time; and 1,400 hours’ study for the research project, including 40 hours’ tutor contact.
Entry Requirements A minimum 2:1 honours degree in a relevant discipline, or substantive professional experience, is required. Consideration will be given to those who hold a lower classification who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully.
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Our research group is committed to empirical and applied research using a breadth of intellectual and methodological approaches in areas of exercise physiology, sociology, performance analysis, biomechanics and psychology. In the 2014 Research Excellence Framework, a proportion of our research was described as World Leading/Internationally Excellent. Our Expertise The group’s focus is broad, but with particular emphasis on the following areas: the applied science of rugby; physiology of intermittent exercise; exercise-induced muscle damage; physical activity and health; physical education; young people; sport and leisure; and sport policy and development. Our group has links with many external agencies, including the Rugby Football League, Super League clubs, England Touch Association and the English Institute of Sport. Many of these provide research opportunities for our students.
How We Will Support You You will be supervised by a dedicated, constructive and supportive supervisory team. Supervisors are well qualified and have extensive academic and applied experience. We will encourage you to present your work as part of the Department’s Postgraduate and Early Career Research Seminar Series. We will also support you through Department and University funds to attend conferences and other relevant training courses. You will have access to research resources that include physiology laboratories, a movement analysis laboratory, a strength and conditioning laboratory, and a sports psychology laboratory. In addition, you will have access to dedicated study space, and library and IT facilities. Further information: Professor Craig Twist Email: c.twist@chester.ac.uk
Our group has links with many external agencies, including the Rugby Football League, Super League clubs, England Touch Association and the English Institute of Sport. Many of these provide research opportunities for our students.
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Theology and Religious Studies Our courses explore a rich diversity of religious ideas and theological traditions. Engaging with global issues, they probe the complex and exciting ways in which religion and belief impact our contemporary world.
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Theology and Religious Studies Why Study? Chester is an exciting place to study Theology and Religious Studies. With a large team of subject-specialists teaching and researching across Religious Studies, Christian Theology, and Biblical Studies, we offer inspirational courses that draw on our rich and varied expertise. You will engage theology and/or religion with contemporary issues and learn to ask critical questions of sacred texts and traditions.
Campus and Facilities Our postgraduate courses are delivered on campus and via distance learning. If you use our campus you will be based at Parkgate Road Campus, Chester, in our own building, Hollybank. Hollybank houses a computer room, kitchen, social and study space, and three purposebuilt modern lecture rooms. You will also benefit from modern teaching and learning amenities, excellent fitness facilities, and social and catering hubs, all on one site.
Research Active Staff The Department of Theology and Religious Studies is a community of scholars addressing cutting-edge questions concerning theology and the nature and place of religions in the world from a wide range of historical, cultural, theological and philosophical perspectives. We are dedicated to excellence, both in our studentcentred teaching and learning and in our research, and we have a growing reputation for world-class scholarship.
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Religious Studies www.chester.ac.uk/pg/religious-studies Parkgate Road Campus, Chester; distance learning
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
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October 2020
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This course will enable you to explore the diversity of global religious and spiritual life; probe relationships between religion, spirituality, society, identity, ethics and popular culture; explore texts and traditions; consider the phenomenon of religion from a range of disciplinary perspectives; receive training in advanced research skills; and undertake field research. Why study Religious Studies with us?
For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
Our course is ideal for anyone seeking to gain greater understanding of the impact of religion and spirituality in the contemporary world and at some key points in history, and to develop critical thinking skills. It is also ideal as a means of training for further doctoral studies in religion.
The Learning Experience
Professionals in both the private and public sectors engage in this MA course to increase their ‘religious literacy’ and to demonstrate to their employers the many transferable skills fostered by the study of religions. Teachers take the course to bolster their expertise in a range of religious traditions. Many students take this course simply because they consider studying the world’s religious beliefs, texts, histories and practices fascinating and relevant. We will provide you with opportunities and training to undertake field research in religious communities, both abroad and in the UK. School teachers may qualify for assistance with fees from the Culham St Gabriel’s Trust – see: www.cstg.org.uk/grants/3forre What will I learn? You will study two introductory core modules, which provide a foundation in key literature on theory and training in practical research methods and ethics. You may then select three specialist modules, covering many major traditions, as well as spirituality and popular culture; the contemporary religious and spiritual landscape; and field research.
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The course is available entirely through online distance learning or through a combination of face-to-face taught sessions (which it is possible to attend via Skype), intensive residentials and online learning. Assessments include long essays (usually 4,000 words), shorter critical reviews, research proposals, and other shorter tasks. There are no examinations. The dissertation is a single piece of work comprising 20,000 words. Full-time and part-time students should expect to devote 30 hours or 15 hours respectively per week to their studies. You will also have two to six contact hours per week. Entry Requirements Normally a 2:1 honours degree in religious studies and/or theology or related disciplines is required. Applicants with lower qualifications or a degree in another discipline should contact us for advice. Those with appropriate relevant experience but who do not have a degree will also receive consideration.
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Theology www.chester.ac.uk/pg/theology Parkgate Road Campus, Chester; distance learning
Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years
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October 2020
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The MA in Theology will allow you to pursue advanced study in cutting-edge topics in Christian theology and engage with a wide range of disciplines, including: contextual and practical theology, biblical studies, systematic theology, public theology, and theological ethics. Why study Theology with us? The University of Chester’s Department of Theology and Religious Studies offers postgraduate teaching from academic specialists in a wide range of theological disciplines. Our wide choice of modules aim to extend the knowledge and skills you gained in undergraduate studies, developing critical judgement, independent research and clear, concise explanation and argument. The course attracts those seeking a deeper understanding of Christian faith and its significance for society and culture, and those seeking professional and ministerial development. It provides an excellent preparation for research degrees in the field. School teachers may qualify for assistance with fees from the Culham St Gabriel’s Trust – see: www.cstg.org.uk/grants/3forre What will I learn? You will create your own path of study beginning with a core module introducing practical, contextual, and systematic approaches to the study of theology at postgraduate level. Optional modules offer an exciting range of cutting-edge theological approaches and topics.
You will also have the chance to develop skills in independent research through exploring a topic of your choice in the Research Dissertation, working with an academic staff member on an individual basis. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk The Learning Experience This course is normally accessible through a combination of: face-to-face seminars of two hours per week in Chester; intensive two-day residentials; or entirely through online distance learning. Assessments include long critical essays (normally 4,000 words); shorter critical reviews; a research proposal; other shorter tasks; and a 20,000-word Research Dissertation. There are no examinations. Full-time and part-time students should expect to devote 30 hours or 15 hours respectively per week to their studies. You will also have two to six contact hours per week. Entry Requirements Normally a 2:1 honours degree in theology and/or religious studies or related disciplines is required. Applicants with lower qualifications, a degree in another discipline or appropriate relevant experience should contact us for advice.
Home/EU students: Fee per 20-credit module: £660 Full course fee: £5,940 International students (full-time): £12,450 per annum Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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Doctor of Professional Studies (DProf ) in Practical Theology www.chester.ac.uk/pg/doc-prac-theo Parkgate Road Campus, Chester; Gladstone’s Library, Hawarden; distance learning
Full-time: 3 years, Part-time: 6-7 years
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October 2020
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Our DProf combines the flexibility of a portfolio approach and the freedom to research your own professional context. You will work with a small cohort of students for the first half of the course on modules that aim to develop your research focus. In the second half of the course, you will work on your thesis with a supervisor. Why study the Doctor of Professional Studies (DProf ) in Practical Theology with us? Theology and Religious Studies at Chester is an internationally renowned centre of excellence for Practical and Contextual Theology, with a longstanding track record of expertise in teaching, research and supervision at the interface of higher education and the faith communities. From its foundation as a teacher training college in 1839, the University of Chester has placed a premium on work-related study and vocational training. With the establishment of professional doctorates across the University, beginning with the DProf in Practical Theology in 2009, we continue to be committed to supporting students undertaking practice- and work-based research. What will I learn? The elements of the DProf course cover all aspects of advanced research at doctoral level. You will progress through a range of assessed modules that cover many aspects of the research journey, from an initial foundation in literature in practical theology and a grounding in advanced research methods, to a publishable article and research proposal.
The Learning Experience The course is delivered via a mixture of independent study, one-to-one supervision and three (24- or 48-hour) residential research training events per year. You will also have access to our comprehensive online learning facilities. Assessment takes place via submission of a modular research portfolio, with structured written assignments and deadlines. We recommend that candidates should commit to a minimum of eight to ten hours’ study per week on a regular basis throughout the academic year. Entry Requirements A Master’s in Theology and Religious Studies or related discipline is required. Candidates not possessing a Master’s degree should have a 1st class or 2:1 honours Bachelor’s degree and give evidence of prior learning or experience equivalent to Master’s-level study. Applicants not meeting these requirements are considered on a case-by-case basis.
You will then undertake an extended dissertation which will enable you to explore your chosen research topic in greater detail. For a full list of modules, visit: www.chester.ac.uk
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The Department of Theology and Religious Studies maintains a thriving research community of academic staff and research students, and has a growing international reputation. We address cutting-edge questions about religious traditions and their relationships with society and culture, from a wide range of perspectives.
Our Expertise
How We Will Support You
Our staff research and supervise in a wide range of fields across theology and religious studies, so that we can offer supervision in leading subject specialists.
As a Theology and Religious Studies research student, you will receive regular, specialist supervision from experts committed to fostering your research skills and projects and seeing them through to completion.
We welcome enquiries to research in: Hebrew Bible; Second Temple Judaism, the New Testament and early Christianity; Buddhism and Buddhist philosophy; Jewish studies; Islamic studies; contemporary spiritualities; religion and popular culture; religion and gender; religion and society; contextual, practical and public theologies; systematic and historical theology; and theological ethics.
The Department has an excellent research culture, comprising an innovative programme of postgraduate training and an interdisciplinary research seminar programme. We regularly host national and international conferences and symposia. For example, we have hosted the annual conferences of the British Association of Islamic Studies (BRAIS), the Sociology of Religion Study Group (SocRel), the British Association for the Study of Religions (BASR), the British and Irish Association for Practical Theology (BIAPT), and the British New Testament Society (BNTS).
We run innovative research projects on topics such as the spirituality of people in recovery from addiction, and debates about sexuality and Anglican identity. Our research interests also overlap fruitfully, which makes for a rich interdisciplinary context in which to research.
The Department has an excellent research culture, comprising an innovative programme of postgraduate training and an interdisciplinary research seminar programme. We regularly host national and international conferences and symposia.
The strengths of our supervision and research environment make Theology and Religious Studies at Chester a supportive and stimulating place in which to study. Further information: Dr Ben Fulford Email: b.fulford@chester.ac.uk or Cathryn Rogers Email: cathryn.rogers@chester.ac.uk
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Work Based Studies Boost your employment credentials with our innovative, flexible approach to providing academic recognition of learning undertaken in the workplace.
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The Centre for Work Related Studies (CWRS) is an academic department that offers professionals an edge through our distinctive negotiated, work-based learning approach. Earn a recognised qualification, from certificates of higher education to Master’s degrees, in a broad range of subject areas, including: leadership, coaching, nursing studies, education, project management, HRM, marketing practice, organisational resilience and more.
CWRS is based at Queen’s Park Campus, Chester, next to the River Dee, a short walk from Chester city centre. This impressive site hosts a dedicated business library and operates as a corporate hub for a wide range of business partners. For ultimate flexibility, we specialise in distance learning using our virtual learning environment, and work-based projects which enable professionals to gain academic reward for ‘on-the-job’ learning in your own workplace. Courses are situated within the University’s award-winning Work Based and Integrative Studies (WBIS) framework.
You will benefit from an academic specialist who can offer advice and guide your studies. Workshops are held in modern teaching rooms at Queen’s Park Campus and students have access to our full range of learning resources, including specialist libraries and computer facilities. We also have considerable e-learning resources that are there to help all learners, including those at distance.
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You may also be interested in our Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) course (page 110) or our Doctor of Professional Studies (DProf ) courses (pages 110, 282, 280 and 298).
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Negotiated award titles available around various topic areas that relate to professional practice, including: business, coaching, management, teaching and learning, PR and communications, high performance in the digital age, leadership development, enterprise and innovation – packaged as: MA, MSc, MBA, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate. There are also two routes within the course that lead to Level 7 Senior Leaders Master’s Degree Apprenticeship.
Our WBIS course is ideal for part-time learners who are happy to learn in and through their workplace, with support from tutors who can help them to develop their professional practice in a way that enables them to receive academic reward for this. Why study Work Based and Integrative Studies (WBIS) with us? Our course will enable you to ‘learn while you earn’. The first module will help you to undertake a self-audit and complete a claim for prior learning (if appropriate) where learning in the workplace can be rewarded academically. It also provides the opportunity for needs analysis and action planning, in order to enable you to successfully create an individual pathway of study and gain an award title that meets your learning needs. This award title will relate to your area of professional practice. The course offers flexible and adaptable study for those seeking professional development opportunities, and for whom customised courses relating directly to the work setting are the most effective way of achieving their objectives. What will I learn? Areas of learning are negotiated, and this means you can negotiate a learning pathway and award title that meets your personal and professional development needs. You will be able to select from a range of modules in areas such as coaching, teaching and learning, negotiation, business, management, leadership, mentoring, and communication skills. For further module information, please look at our Workshop Catalogue: www.chester.ac.uk/cwrs/workshops
Home/EU students: Fee per 15-credit module: £395 Fee per 20-credit module: £660 (MA/MSc) / £830 (MBA) Full course fee: £4,740 to £5,940, dependent on modules undertaken (MA/MSc) / £7,470 (MBA) International students: Please contact the University for part-time international fees information. Please see page 34 for more information on course fees.
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The Learning Experience The course is a blended learning experience and can involve workshop-led modules, online tuition and experiential learning at work (such as workbased projects). It is flexible, and within certain agreed parameters you can work at your own pace. There are no formal exams. You will be assessed through a variety of formats – for example, reflective assignments, portfolios, reports, presentations, and dialogue assessment. There are 200 notional learning hours per 20 credits. For 20-credit modules (pro rata for bigger modules), direct contact time typically varies between three and 20 hours, depending on the module. Entry Requirements Most applicants will already have a first degree; however, applicants who are operating at a high, strategic level in the workplace but do not possess a first degree will, on agreement with staff, be allowed to take a diagnostic module to assess their suitability for Master’s study.
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Work Based Learning Facilitation (WBIS) www.chester.ac.uk/pg/work-based-learning-facilitation Queen’s Park Campus, Chester; distance learning
Part-time: 3 years
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Our Postgraduate Certificate in Work Based Learning Facilitation (WBIS) aims to provide you with the necessary skills and academic knowledge to assist you in facilitating the work-based learner involved in higher education courses of study. Why study Work Based Learning Facilitation (WBIS) with us? This study route, as part of the Work Based and Integrative Studies (WBIS) programme, is aimed at Associate Tutors working in co-delivery and partnership arrangements in higher education and for academic staff who specialise in work-based learning in higher education. Those staff who already hold the traditional Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education are welcome to undertake this as staff development, providing they are working with work-based learning students. What will I learn? During the course you will have the opportunity to develop the skills required to facilitate and assess work-based learners involved in higher education courses of study.
The Learning Experience There are three modules of study that make up this Postgraduate Certificate: Theoretical Perspectives on Work Based Learning; Higher Education Frameworks for Negotiated Work Based Learning, Credit and Accreditation of Prior Learning; and Facilitation and Assessment in Work Based Learning. We use a blended approach to teaching and learning, including face-to-face workshop activity and supplementary online learning materials in the form of a virtual learning environment. You will be assessed via 100% coursework on a portfolio approach covering aspects of the UK Professional Standards Framework (UKPSF), as a holistic assessment method.
As this Postgraduate Certificate is an approved study route of the Work Based and Integrative Studies (WBIS) programme, you can study this Postgraduate Certificate as an independent study route or as part of a WBIS Postgraduate Diploma or Master’s degree.
You will negotiate aspects of your assessment, but normally it will be through three 20-credit assignments combined with facilitation and assessment evidence that can be used towards meeting Advance UK requirements for Fellowship status.
For more information, see: www.chester.ac.uk/cwrs
This course is delivered over three full-day workshops complemented by online resources and tutorial support. Entry Requirements Applicants are expected to have a teaching load and facilitative role in workbased learning within higher education, and hold a first degree or equivalent experience. For further information, please contact the Programme Leader.
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Useful Information To gain a better understanding of what regulations, procedures and services are in place at the University of Chester, dedicate some time to reading through the useful information provided in this section of the prospectus. Here you can learn more about everything from safeguarding and our campus locations to what happens on graduation day.
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Notes for Applicants Please read below some of the regulations and procedures that govern admission of students to courses at University of Chester (‘the University’, ‘we’ or ‘us’). If you have any questions about any of the following, please contact us and we will explain matters further.
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The procedures implemented by the University’s Marketing, Recruitment and Admissions service derive their authority from our Principles and Regulations, from guidelines set by the National College for Teaching and Leadership and the Nursing and Midwifery Council, from the EU Directive on distance contracts, and conventions stipulated by UCAS, UTT, SPA (Supporting Professionalism in Admissions), and the Advertising Standards Authority.
The University is committed to providing high standards of service for applicants. If something should go wrong, or you feel that you have cause for complaint, please tell us so that we can endeavour to put matters right. Most matters can be resolved informally and will be dealt with as quickly, and as close to the point at which they arise, as possible. You should refer any query or complaint regarding the admissions process or a selection decision to the relevant Admissions section.
We are committed to ensuring equality of educational opportunity for all applicants and we welcome applications from individuals with disabilities. All applications are considered on the same academic grounds as non-disabled applicants and there is no judgement or assessment of disability prior to an offer being made. We encourage you to contact Disability Support to arrange an appointment to discuss your needs. This can be at any time in the process but we would recommend it is before you arrive to enable any support to be identified and set up as efficiently as possible.
Academic admission to the University is contingent on the reasonable expectation that the student will be able to complete their course of study successfully. The offer of a place is based on our stated entry criteria, and an interview or audition, where applicable. Our recruitment strategy is informed by strong commitment to advice and guidance, and reflects our mission statement and widening participation strategy. Our admissions policy is available at www. chester.ac.uk
Changes and Cancellations We are committed to informing applicants of changes quickly, and to offering them advice, guidance, and/or alternative programmes of study. We try to ensure that the information provided to applicants about our programmes is complete and correct at the time of publication. Since information is prepared so far in advance of delivery, it is subject to changes to or withdrawal of courses, locations or entry criteria. Applicants will be notified of substantive changes to programmes of study or course cancellations, as early as possible in the application cycle. Where a course is cancelled, we will offer applicants an alternative course, if possible.
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If you remain dissatisfied, you should contact the Director of Marketing, Recruitment and Admissions. Thereafter, if you are not satisfied with the response, the matter will be referred to the Dean(s) of Faculty and, if necessary, to University Senior Management.
Data Protection Some or all of the information that you supply to us may be held in paper-based or electronic filing systems, and may be used by us to further inform you about courses, services, facilities and events provided by the University. If you enrol as a student, this information may be shared with appropriate third parties in connection with the provision of our educational and other services. You may request a copy of any information that we hold about you, whether paper-based or electronic, and you may request that inaccurate information be changed or removed. This is subject to applicable data protection regulation in force from time to time.
While we implement reasonable adjustments, occasionally none are available, or fitness to practice concerns exist. We may then have to withdraw an offer. This occurs rarely, however, and only after every reasonable consideration has been made.
Equality We are committed to the active promotion of equality of opportunity, and aim to ensure that all applicants are treated solely on the basis of their aptitude, ability and potential to pursue all modes and forms of study, and to achieve their full potential. We will seek to ensure that no one will be disadvantaged or discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We seek actively to increase levels of recruitment from groups currently under-represented in higher education and aim to offer educational opportunities to members of the community who are capable of benefiting from them.
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A place at the University is offered subject to our contractual terms and conditions of enrolment. These make explicit your and our rights, responsibilities and obligations and include your agreement to abide by our regulations, rules and policies. When you accept the offer of a place, a contract will come into existence between you and the University on these terms and conditions and you are required to agree, and sign an undertaking, to comply with them. Breach of any of these conditions may result in disciplinary action being taken under our disciplinary procedures and/or termination of the agreement. Our terms and conditions of enrolment may be found in full on our website.
This document is available in alternative formats upon request. If you require any parts of this prospectus in other formats (for example large print, on tape or in Braille) please contact our Enquiries Team by telephone on 01244 511000 or email enquiries@chester.ac.uk
Fees See page 34, or individual course pages within this prospectus or online.
Freedom of Information As a public organisation, the University is subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2000. Subject to exceptions, this confers a right to ask us about information we hold. Anyone making such a request has the right to be informed in writing whether that information is readily available, and to have the information communicated to them. Further details about this entitlement may be found at: www.legislation.gov.uk
Quality Assurance We are committed to the precepts derived from the UK Quality Code for Higher Education, with respect to the recruitment and admission of students (2012).
Freedom of Speech The University is committed to promoting freedom of inquiry and expression within the law which lie at the core of scholarship. This commitment will be implemented in accordance with the University’s legal obligations, including the duties to have due regard to the need to eliminate unlawful discrimination, to advance equality of opportunity and to prevent people from being drawn into terrorism.
Glossary of Terms Universities can sometimes use words and phrases that you may be unfamiliar with. We have created a glossary which defines any terms that you may not recognise. Please see: www.chester.ac.uk/glossary
Student Code of Conduct The University recognises that it is a community with a significant part to play in the wider communities in which it is located and that its obligations to its own staff and students extend to these wider communities. The University therefore believes that it should both promote a high level of responsibility within the student body and further the development of good relationships between the University and these wider communities and beyond. In doing so the University expects that students will conduct themselves in line with the University’s Student Code of Conduct: www.chester.ac.uk/about/legal/student-info
Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Working with Children and/or Vulnerable Adults The following information was correct at the time of writing (May 2019). Several programmes of study at the University involve undertaking a placement that includes contact with children or vulnerable adults. Examples include training to be a Nurse, Teacher or Social Worker, but there are others. Such contact with children or vulnerable adults is known as Regulated Activity. Registered students may undertake other opportunities, such as a Work Based Learning placement or the volunteering scheme, which may also involve Regulated Activity. The University, and other Higher Education Institutions who offer programmes of study where students may come into contact with the vulnerable, are required to ensure that these students have been vetted by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and, in some cases, are provisionally registered with the appropriate Regulatory Body. Once accepted onto a place at the University, we will write to you with further instructions on how to apply for a DBS enhanced check and to register with the DBS update scheme. You will be expected to pay for the DBS charge for these services . Please note that we do not accept DBS checks from any other employer and therefore you will have to apply for a new check for your studies through the University as a Registered Body. You will also be expected to declare any cautions, convictions or any other matter that may have a bearing on your suitability to undertake Regulated Activity. Any matters revealed either by you or the DBS will be considered by the Programme Leader and may affect our offer of a place. While most matters will not automatically preclude an applicant from commencing study, we reserve the right to withdraw the offer of a place to anyone who fails to provide a satisfactory DBS check. Moreover, failure to declare a conviction etc. that is subsequently revealed on a DBS check may also affect your offer of a place. Prospective applicants are strongly advised to visit our website to gain updated information. Visit: www.chester.ac.uk/dbs
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University of Chester Parkgate Road Chester, CH1 4BJ Telephone: 01244 511000 Email: enquiries@chester.ac.uk Website: www.chester.ac.uk
Residential Living (Chester) Telephone: 01244 513000 Email: accommodation@chester.ac.uk
Warrington Campus Crab Lane Warrington, WA2 0DB Telephone: 01925 534206 Email: enquiries@chester.ac.uk University Centre Shrewsbury Guildhall Frankwell Quay Shrewsbury Shropshire, SY3 8HQ Telephone: 01743 297185 Email: enquiries@ucshrewsbury.ac.uk Postgraduate Admissions (except PGCE, Health and Social Care, International and Research Admissions) Postgraduate Admissions Telephone: 01244 511000 Email: postgrad@chester.ac.uk PGCE Admissions Telephone: 01244 512627 Email: enquiries@chester.ac.uk Health and Social Care Admissions Telephone: 01244 511000 Email: hscadmissions@chester.ac.uk Research Admissions MPhil, PhD, MRes, DProf, DBA, DrPH, EdD Telephone: 01244 511000 Email: pgradmissions@chester.ac.uk International Telephone: +44 1244 512465/512472/512335 Email: international@chester.ac.uk
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Residential Living (Warrington) Telephone: 01925 534220 Email: accommodation.warrington@chester.ac.uk APCL/APEL Centre for Work Related Studies Telephone: 01244 512122 Email: cwrs@chester.ac.uk Disability and Inclusion Telephone: 01244 511059 (Chester Sites) 01925 534282 (Warrington Campus) Email: disability@chester.ac.uk Tuition Fees Finance Department Telephone: 01244 512810 Email: finance.tuitionfees@chester.ac.uk
Vice-President Activities Email: suactivities@chester.ac.uk Chester Students’ Union – Warrington Campus Crab Lane Warrington, WA2 0DB Email: suwarrington@chester.ac.uk Website: www.chestersu.com/campus/ warrington Shrewsbury Student’s Union Guildhall Frankwell Quay Shrewsbury Shropshire, SY3 8HQ Email: su@ucshrewsbury.ac.uk Website: www.chestersu.com/campus/ shrewsbury Most departments can be reached through the main switchboard on 01244 511000.
Learning Resources Telephone: 01244 511234 Email: lis.helpdesk@chester.ac.uk Student Support Telephone: 01244 511550 (Chester Sites) / 01925 534282 (Warrington Campus) Email: wellbeing@chester.ac.uk Chester Students’ Union Chester Students’ Union – Parkgate Road Campus Parkgate Road Chester CH1 4BJ Telephone: 01244 513398 Email: supresident@chester.ac.uk or csu@chester.ac.uk Website: www.chestersu.com Vice-President Education Email: sueducation@chester.ac.uk
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Food Science and Innovation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Advanced Computer Science. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Food Science and Innovation (MRes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Advanced Practice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Desig . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Anglican Church Schools Studies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Developing Services for Children, Young People and Families (WBIS) (Shrewsbury). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Animal Behaviour. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
G Gastroenterology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
Diabetes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Gender Studies (MRes). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Digital Marketing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Global Change. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Applied Psychology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) / Doctor of Professional Studies (DProf ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
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Applied Science (MRes) – Computer Science pathway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Doctor of Education (EdD). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Haematology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Doctor of Medicine (MD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Health Services Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Doctor of Professional Studies (DProf ) – Counselling and Psychotherapy Studies, and Psychological Trauma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
History. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Animal Welfare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Applied Mental Health Practice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Applied Science (MRes) – Mathematics pathway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 Applied Science (MRes) – Science and Engineering pathway. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Applied Wildlife Forensics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82 Archaeology and Heritage Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Doctor of Professional Studies (DProf ) in Health and Social Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Archaeology (MRes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Doctor of Professional Studies (DProf ) in Practical Theology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
Archaeology of Death and Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Art Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Drama . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Arts and Media (MRes). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Dyscalculia Research and Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Autism Spectrum Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Dyslexia Research and Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
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Biological Sciences (MRes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
Early Childhood. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Biomedical Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Early Years Practice with Early Years Teacher Status. . . 132
Biotechnology (MRes) (Shrewsbury) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
Education in Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Broadcast Media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Educational Leadership (Chester) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
History (MRes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Human Nutrition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 I Infection and Immunity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246 Integrated Approaches to Urgent Care across Community Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 International Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 International Finance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 J Journalism. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 L Language, Cultures and Translation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 LLM in Contemporary Legal Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Educational Leadership (Shrewsbury). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 C Cancer Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Cardiovascular Disease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 Clinical Bariatric Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241 Clinical Counselling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Educational Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
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Endodontology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Management (Chester/Warrington) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Engineering Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Management (Shrewsbury). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
English Language and Linguistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Marine and Coastal Resource Management . . . . . . . . . . .92
English (MRes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Marketing Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Exercise and Nutrition Science (Chester). . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Master of Public Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Exercise and Nutrition Science (Dublin). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Maternal and Women’s Reproductive Health . . . . . . . . 194
Exercise Medicine (Shrewsbury) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
Mathematics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
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MBA (Master of Business Administration) Full-Tim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Family and Child Psychology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Medical Genetics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Fine Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
Medical Science (MRes) 256
Critical Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Flood Risk Assessment, Modelling and Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Medical Science (MRes) – Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine pathway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Cybersecurity (Conversion) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Food Integrity and Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Military History (Shrewsbury) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Clinical Sciences and Nutrition (MRes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Coaching and Mentoring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Cognitive & Behavioural Therapies: High Intensity Training. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278 Creative Industries Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Creative Practices in Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Creative Writing: Writing and Publishing Fiction . . . . . 158
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R Radio Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 Religious Studies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296 Respiratory Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 Rural Health (Shrewsbury) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 S Social Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 Sociology of Sport and Exercise. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Non-Medical Prescribing (Shrewsbury) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Special Educational Needs and Disabilit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Nutrition and Dietetics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
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Specialist Practice Community. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Obesity and Weight Managemen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Sport and Exercise Sciences (MRes). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Oncology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Sport Coaching and Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Organisational Development (WBIS) (Shrewsbury) . . 139
Sport Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Orthopaedics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Sports Biomechanics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
P Past Landscapes and Environments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 Physician Associate Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 Policing, Law Enforcement and Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Popular Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Post-Compulsory Education and Training (PcET) (Shrewsbury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) – PGCE Primary/Early Years (including School Direct) . . 141 Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) – PGCE Primary (including School Direct). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Sports Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Sports Performance Analysis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290 Sports Performance Science. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291 Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 Storytelling (MRes). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Sustainable Heritage Practice (Shrewsbury). . . . . . . . . . 212 T Teacher Education (Shrewsbury). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Television Production. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233 Theology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) – PGCE Primary (3-11) with QTS (Wales and beyond through the CaBan Partnership) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
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Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) – PGCE Secondary (including School Direct) . . . . . . . . . . 144
Wildlife Conservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) – PGCE Secondary with QTS (Wales and beyond through the CaBan Partnership) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Work Based Learning Facilitation (WBIS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
Programme and Project Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Psychiatry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251 Psychology (Conversion). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 Psychology (MRes). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281 Public Health Nutrition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
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Work Based and Integrative Studies (WBIS) . . . . . . . . . . 302
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Academic Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
How to Apply:
Accommodation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
R Recreation and leisure facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47, 63-65, 71
• Taught Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Research Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32, 308
Accreditation of Prior Learning (APCL/APEL) . . . . . . . . . 26
• Research Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Research . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Additional Costs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
How to Find Us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
Research Groups. . . . . . . . . . see individual course groupings
Admissions Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 Applying: • Taught courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 • Research courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
B Benefits of Postgraduate Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
C Campuses and sites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-15, 40-73 Cancellations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 Careers and Employability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
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Riverside Campus, Chester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
International Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 32
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International and Merit-based Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . 35
Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
International Scholarships and Funding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
K Kingsway, Creative Campus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Shrewsbury – In and Around . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Shrewsbury – University Centre Shrewsbury . . . . . . . . . 68 Sources of funding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
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Sports facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47, 63-65, 71
Leisure facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47, 63-65, 71
Student Loans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Libraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36, 44-55, 64, 72
Student Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Students’ Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36, 47, 63, 72
Chaplaincy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
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Chester – In and Around . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Chester Students’ Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36, 47, 63
Master’s courses – MA, MSc, MBA, MEd, LLM, MPH, MRes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Chevening Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Masters Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Complaints Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306
MPhils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
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Contact numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
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Taught courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 30-31
Continuing Professional Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
D Data Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 Deadlines for applications – When to apply . . . . . . . 30-33
Notes for Applicants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306
O Open Days . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . See back cover Other Sources of Postgraduate Funding . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Overseas partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Disabilities and Specific Needs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36, 306
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Disability support – Student Support and Academic Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Parkgate Road Campus, Chester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44-47
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks . . . . . . . . 307
Study Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Support for Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Teaching Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Thornton Science Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Directions to Chester/Thornton/Warrington/ Shrewsbury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSAs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Student Welfare – Student Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Tuition Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
U University Centre Shrewsbury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Useful Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
V Visit Days . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . See back cover
Part-time study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23, 26
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PhDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Warrington Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-65
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Postgraduate Certificates and Diplomas . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Warrington – In and Around . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66-67
Enrolment Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
Postgraduate Student Loans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Who to contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
Equality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306
Prior Learning, Accreditation of (APCL/APEL) . . . . . . . . . .26
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Professional Doctorates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Postgraduate Doctoral Loan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Facilities information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44-55, 64-65, 72 Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
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Finance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Qualification Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Flexibility of Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23, 26
Quality Assurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
Freedom of Information and Freedom of Speech . . . 307
Queen’s Park Campus, Chester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Funding for UK/EU/International Students . . . . . . . . 34-35
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How to Find Us CH1 4BJ
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Parkgate Road Campus, Chester
Riverside Campus, Chester
Marriss House (Birkenhead)
Chester is linked to the motorway system via the M53, and all the major regions of the UK are easily accessible from the city. Parkgate Road Campus is situated along Parkgate Road (A540), and access to the main car park is via the Parkgate Road Campus Main Entrance. The campus is 20 minutes’ walk from Chester Railway Station. Several buses also stop on Parkgate Road, and Chester has regular National Express Coach services from most towns and cities in the UK.
Riverside Campus is accessible via the A5116/ Liverpool Road, A56/Hoole Way, A51 and A483, and is 20 minutes’ walk from Chester Railway Station. It also takes just 5 minutes to walk from the campus to the centre of Chester.
Marriss House is accessible via the M53 and A552. Birkenhead looks out across the River Mersey to the city of Liverpool. If travelling from Liverpool or the north you can either pay for the toll road tunnel under the River Mersey, or alternatively, use the M56 to join the M53 to avoid the toll. Hamilton Square station is the nearest railway station, and there are a number of pay and display car parks close by.
www.chester.ac.uk/parkgate
www.chester.ac.uk/riverside
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Creative Campus, Kingsway (Chester) Creative Campus, Kingsway is accessible via the M53, A55 and A41, and is 20 minutes’ walk from Chester Railway Station, which is well served by the railway network and has frequent, fast rail links to London and major cities in the UK. The campus is also served by regular bus services. www.chester.ac.uk/kingsway
Thornton Science Park is accessible via the M56. The three main railway stations serving Thornton Science Park are Ellesmere Port, Helsby and Chester. From any of these stations, Thornton Science Park is a short taxi ride away. A bus service also runs past the Science Park every 30 minutes. www.chester.ac.uk/thornton
Queen’s Park Campus, Chester Queen’s Park Campus is accessible via the A5116/ Liverpool Road, the A56/Hoole Way, the A51 and the A483, and is 20 minutes’ walk from Chester Railway Station. Bus services also pass close to the campus. www.chester.ac.uk/queens
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University Centre Shrewsbury Shrewsbury is connected to the M6 and motorway network via the M54. The Guildhall is situated near the Welsh Bridge and can be easily found by following signs for Frankwell car park. There are daily rail services to and from Shrewsbury, and National Express coaches also stop at the town; Guildhall is a short walk from the train station and coach/bus park. www.ucshrewsbury.ac.uk/find-us
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Warrington Campus is accessible via the M62 and the M6 (Northbound and Southbound). Both Birchwood and Padgate stations are also within only a short distance of the campus; buses go from the campus to Birchwood station. Bus services also pass the campus via either Crab Lane or Fearnhead Lane. Regular National Express Coach services operate to Warrington Bank Quay train station. www.chester.ac.uk/warrington
Manchester International Airport can be reached in 45 minutes (Chester) or 30 minutes (Warrington) by road, and 1 hour 25 minutes (Chester) or under an hour (Warrington) by rail.
www.nationalrail.co.uk www.nationalexpress.co.uk
By train, Chester is approximately 2 hours from London and 1 hour 30 minutes from Birmingham. Warrington is approximately 1 hour 50 minutes from London and 1 hour 20 minutes from Birmingham. Shrewsbury is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes from London and 1 hour from Birmingham.
www.cyclestreets.net www.manchesterairport.co.uk www.liverpoolairport.com www.birminghamairport.co.uk www.directferries.co.uk
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Alumni Once you have completed your studies, you will automatically become a member of our alumni network, which will give you the opportunity to connect with a global community of over 80,000 fellow alumni. Within this community could be your future employer, client or mentor, for the next steps in your Chester story. Membership is free, and by registering online, you can keep up to date with University news, access the latest edition of ACH1EVE magazine, and find out about events, reunions and other opportunities. Become an active member by registering your details at www.chester.ac.uk/alumni.
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If you would like to find out more about our graduate’s careers and life after University, take a look at our alumni blog on the website.
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Mission Statement Founded by the Church of England in 1839, we continue to be guided by Christian values and are justifiably proud of the open, inclusive and supportive environment that characterises the institution. Today, as the University of Chester, we welcome students and staff of all faiths or none.
We seek to provide all our students and staff with the education, skills, support and motivation to enable them to develop as confident world citizens and successfully to serve and improve the global communities within which they live and work.
This Mission, which has helped shape our development and diversification, continues to actively inform our future planning and enrichment as a University. For more information, see: www.chester.ac.uk/mission-statement
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Graduation University of Chester graduation ceremonies take place in the beautiful setting of Chester Cathedral, which was founded as a Benedictine abbey in 1092. Our graduation ceremonies take place in March and November each year. For more information, see: www.chester.ac.uk/graduation
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