By Learning Objectives MA MSc (PGCert PGDip)

  • Overview

    This novel scheme is designed for those working at postgraduate level in industry, or in an area of interest not catered for by the taught masters programme, who wish to have their work accredited for an appropriate academic award. The key to the scheme is the specification of a learning agreement. Each agreement is unique and defined after discussions between the participant, the course leader, the employer (where appropriate) and an academic supervisor.

    The programme is available for all potential masters-level work across a wide range of subjects. Participants are examined at the end of their agreed learning programme by written dissertation and viva voce.

    Course duration Help

    Full-time: 1 year

    Part-time: 2 years

  • Course content

    Course structure

    The learning agreement is defined by a number of goals which are developed into learning objectives and activities. Assessment procedures and criteria are established. A proportion of the goals may, with agreement, be achieved by successful completion of relevant modules taken from existing masters degrees within the university.

    The work, having been validated as being at postgraduate level, is credited towards a degree. The final award title reflects the specific area of work undertaken.

  • Entry requirements

    Typical entry requirements Help
    individual offers may vary

    For non-native speakers of English:
    IELTS 6.5 overall and 6 in writing.

    Degree and/or experience:
    Normally honours degree or equivalent. Other candidates considered on their merits. Up to 60 previously accumulated M-level CATS points may be acknowledged.

  • Location

    Location Help Moulsecoomb

  • Career opportunities

    The programme is available for all potential masters-level work across a wide range of subjects. Participants are examined at the end of their agreed learning programme by written dissertation and viva voce.

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  • Fees and costs

    The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2012-13. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study.

    The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take. Different rules apply to research degrees - please contact the Doctoral College for advice.

    To help you plan for your time here we will be providing further information about what is included in your tuition fee, and any optional costs you may need to budget for, later in the autumn.

    Our website wwww.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.

    By Learning Objectives (MSc) (Full time)  [P7BB001]
    UK/EU (Full Time)10,980 GBP
    Island Students (Full Time)10,980 GBP
    International (Full Time)14,220 GBP

  • Apply online


    You should not apply unless you can meet all the entry requirements for this course. Please contact the course team before applying if you are unsure about any of the specific entry requirements.

    Entry requirements

    For non-native speakers of English:
    IELTS 6.5 overall and 6 in writing.

    Degree and/or experience:
    Normally honours degree or equivalent. Other candidates considered on their merits. Up to 60 previously accumulated M-level CATS points may be acknowledged.