Academic Qualifications: in Partnership with the University of Leeds
MA/MSc Degree by Work-Based Learning (Emergency
Planning) (180 credits)
Availability
Autumn 2008
Introduction
The degree programme
has been designed for students who wish to undertake a Masters in Emergency
Planning or aligned subjects. It is delivered through an approach to
learning that acknowledges that learning can take place in a variety of
situations and that recognises the work-environment as a fertile ground for
individual and organisational learning. Central to the programme is
the engagement with leading-edge theory that can be translated into best
practice in the workplace. The Masters degree provides an excellent
environment for students to produce work that is publishable; such
publications will increase the body of knowledge in the sector, and support
the Government agenda around increasing UK resilience
The Masters Degree is project-based and comprises the following WBL
compulsory framework modules:
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Induction
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Research Methods
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Project Planning
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Project Implementation
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Project Evaluation
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plus subject-specific elective modules, totalling 30 credits, in a
subject area aligned to the project work.
Entry Requirements
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Successful completion of a Work-Based postgraduate qualification from the
University of Leeds
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a first degree, postgraduate award, or relevant equivalent professional
qualification and a minimum of five years’ work-experience.
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exceptionally (and by interview) applicants with extensive work
experience and no formal qualifications will be considered subject to
evidence of expertise in the subject field and preferably having
undertaken appropriate EPC courses.
Assessment:
Work-Based Learning framework modules are assessed by written assignments;
subject-specific elective modules are assessed in line with module
regulations and may, in some cases, include exams.
Programme fees are available upon application.
Acceptance onto accredited programmes will be confirmed in writing from the
Work-Based Learning Unit.
Applications from organisations who wish to transfer or substitute students
on accredited programmes will be considered subject to University
regulations and approval from the Work-Based Learning Unit.
Terms and conditions for accredited programmes are in line with University
of Leeds/Leeds University Business School rules and regulations. Full terms
and conditions will be available to all students prior registration.
Further information
Initial requests for information sheets can be made to Eleanor Hewitt,
Office and Programme Manager, at the Emergency Planning College, +44(0)
1347 825024 eleanor.hewitt@cabinet-office.x.gsi.gov.uk or
to
Beverley Gandy, Work-Based Learning Unit Office Manager, at the WBL Unit,
Leeds University Business School, +44(0) 113 343 1710
bjg@lubs.leeds.ac.uk. .
DISCLAIMER: All accredited programmes need to enrol adequate numbers; the
Work-Based Learning Unit, Leeds University Business School, reserves the
right to withdraw programmes if these numbers are not reached. Applicants
will be notified at the earliest possible date if programmes are
withdrawn.
