SOCIAL SCIENCES POSTGRADUATE COURSES 2017-18

What will your research reveal?

What impact does microfinance have on alleviating poverty in the developing world? Very little, discovered UEA lecturer in development economics, Dr Maren Duvendack. Following an extensive review, she found nothing conclusive to support the belief that access to credit has a positive effect economically, socially, or on the empowerment of women in these areas. WHAT WILL YOUR RESEARCH REVEAL?

What will your research reveal?

CONTENTS 5 WELCOME 6 WHY STUDY WITH UEA? 8 MRes SOCIAL SCIENCE RESEARCH METHODS 10 ECONOMICS MSc Economics MSc Finance and Economics MSc Industrial Economics MSc B  ehavioural and Experimental Economics MSc International Business Economics MSc International Business Finance and Economics MSc E  conomics and International Relations MSc Media Economics MSc E  conomics of Money, Banking and Capital Markets MSc E  conomics of International Finance and Trade MSc Q  uantitative Financial Economics Graduate Diploma in Economics 20 EDUCATION AND LIFELONG LEARNING MA Adult Literacy, Lifelong Learning and Development: International Perspectives MA Education: Learning, Pedagogy and Assessment MA Mathematics Education MA Educational Practice and Research MA/Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling

www.uea.ac.uk/ssf Postgraduate Certificate in Focusing -Oriented Psychotherapy Postgraduate Certificate in Person -Centred Counselling Skills Postgraduate Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Skills Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) 30 INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT MA Agriculture and Rural Development MA Conflict, Governance and International Development MSc Development Economics MSc Impact Evaluation for International Development MA International Development MA Education and Development MA Gender Analysis in International Development MA Globalisation, Business and Sustainable Development MA International Social Development MA Media and International Development MSc Climate Change and International Development MSc Environment and International Development MSc Water Security and International Development 46 LAW LLM International Commercial and Business Law LLM Information Technology and Intellectual Property Law

LLM International Commercial and Competition Law LLM Media Law, Policy and Practice LLM International Trade Law LLM Employment Law LLM General Graduate Diploma in Legal Studies 56 NORWICH BUSINESS SCHOOL MSc Business Management MSc Human Resource Management MSc Marketing MSc Marketing and Management MSc International Accounting and Financial Management MSc Investment and Financial Management MSc Finance and Management MSc Enterprise and Business Creation MSc Management MSc Operations and Logistics Management MSc Accounting and Finance MSc Banking and Finance MSc Brand Leadership MBA Programme 72 PSYCHOLOGY MSc Cognitive Neuroscience MSc Developmental Science MSc Social Psychology 76 SOCIAL WORK MA Social Work MA Advanced Social Work MA Mental Health 80 LIFE AT UEA 82 NORWICH AND THE REGION 84 APPLYING TO UEA

WELCOME TO THE FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES Feed your passion for social sciences at UEA. Deepen your knowledge, specialise, take your career to the next level, challenge yourself, give yourself the edge with employers. There’s no better place to immerse yourself in every detail of your chosen field. Study at the forefront of social sciences education with some of the world’s best academics. Take your place in a Faculty dedicated to personal and professional development and world-leading research. And know that you’ve chosen one of the UK’s top universities – in recent years, we have won the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education, which is awarded to institutions that demonstrate outstanding work at a world-class level. You will benefit from a unique learning environment. We have a ‘Faculty without walls’ approach to innovation in both teaching and research. You’ll have access to the best research from across the University and the world via our influential research centres. No matter what you’re studying, you can make connections and discover new thinking in the Centre for Behavioural and Experimental Social Science, the Centre for Competition Policy, International Development UEA, the Centre for Research on Children and Families and the UEA Water Security Research Centre.

This is the ideal environment to unlock your potential and get deeper into your chosen subject. Immerse yourself in world-leading research, and join us in tackling the fundamental questions facing social sciences in the UK and around the world. As a social sciences postgraduate student, you will be joining one of the field’s most successful universities. We put our success down to the close bond between our teaching and research and our commitment to innovation. Forty years ago we were one of the first universities to offer degrees in international development. Today, we continue to review and refine what you can do here based on the latest research and changes in the world around us. The Faculty of Social Sciences conducts high quality, rigorous research across a wide range of social sciences and professional subject areas. Our internationally important research involves the study of society, the manner in which people behave and the impact on the world around us. We achieve this by obtaining funding from a range of organisations such as the UK Research

Councils, UK and European governments, charities and commercial organisations. Choose UEA for an environment rich in quality, creative research and study that flourishes across a broad spectrum of themes. Whatever you study, you can count on an intellectually challenging experience, with support from staff and your fellow students to help you succeed.

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WHY STUDY WITH UEA? Live and learn in a unique environment. Join a centre of teaching excellence and worldleading research. Graduate from a top 15 UK university (The Complete University Guide 2017) sitting among the finest 1% of higher education establishments in the world (Times Higher Education World Rankings 2015-16).

Be part of a university with a tradition of producing innovative research and making an impact across disciplines. In all our subjects, from social work to law, business to education, you will learn from people with their own world-class practice, their own internationally regarded research and their own contemporary take on your subject. Join a lively environment in which high-quality, innovative research flourishes and flows into your studies. Be part of a vibrant culture that is the base for all our activities – from influencing government policy to making a substantial impact on the global challenges facing society. WORLD-LEADING RESEARCH At UEA we are committed to achieving international standards of excellence – this means giving you the best teaching, based on the highest standards of research.

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The latest Research Excellence Framework (REF2014) confirmed the excellence of the research conducted in our Schools and centres, and many of our areas of study are recognised as offering an exceptionally high quality experience, according to the Guardian University League Table 2017 and The Times Good University Guide 2016. Many of our academics have won prestigious awards in recognition of their outstanding achievements, and our Faculty’s success has played a major part in UEA’s excellent reputation.

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FIRST-CLASS TEACHING Benefit from our well-established links with organisations, international networks and research councils around the world; not just as you learn, but in your career after graduating. Choose from a range of postgraduate programmes whose quality is confirmed by the rigorous process of external assessment by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) and by a framework of external peer review. Take part in a wealth of student-led seminars, reading groups, symposia and conferences, as well as our interdisciplinary seminar, annual interdisciplinary workshop and new masterclass series. We are innovative and flexible, and you can study and research across disciplines and boundaries that other universities might not allow.

TAUGHT PROGRAMMES Full-time Master’s (MA/MSc) courses usually last for a period of one year, with the teaching element divided into two semesters. The programmes also incorporate an independent research project or dissertation, with guidance offered by a project supervisor. The Master of Research (MRes) programmes provide foundation training in the basic and advanced research skills sufficient to enter a doctoral programme (see following page for more information). The Faculty also offers Graduate Diploma programmes, ideal for students who have undertaken a first degree in a different discipline.

CAREERS AND EMPLOYABILITY Benefit from direct contact with industry and potential employers both inside and outside your discipline. Gain from a rich range of extra-curricular opportunities and work experience and make these count with the UEA Award. Get full support for your career development from the Careers Service at CareerCentral located at the heart of campus and the online portal MyCareerCentral. www.uea.ac.uk/careers

RESEARCH DEGREES Research degrees available are the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Master of Philosophy (MPhil), Master of Arts by Research (MA by Research), Doctorate in Education (EdD), Master of Laws (LLM) by Research and PhD by Publication. All research programmes involve independent and original research, resulting in an extensive thesis at the end of the programme. As a research student in the Faculty of Social Sciences you will undertake a specially developed skills training programme, designed to equip you with the necessary skills and methodological knowledge to undertake original research and progress to a future career. www.uea.ac.uk/social-sciences/research www.uea.ac.uk/social-sciences/graduate-school

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MRes SOCIAL SCIENCE RESEARCH METHODS UEA is ranked 5th in the UK, 15th in Europe and 57th in the world for the impact of its social science research (Leiden Ranking 2014). Train for a career that makes a difference to people’s lives and challenges your thinking about how the world works. This flexible degree, which can be studied one year full time or two years part time, gives you training in advanced research methods and skills. It’s ideal if you are considering going on to study for a PhD or to seek employment as a research associate in a university setting, the third sector or government.

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You will study modules that ground your knowledge in social science research methods, such as experimental methods, thematic analysis and grounded theory, while professional skills training will refine the key skills, such as proposal writing, peer review and writing for publication, that are needed for a research career. Advanced modules in qualitative or quantitative analysis will hone your skills for your research project.

LAW PATHWAY This course is particularly suitable if you are wishing to progress to PhD research using empirical and interdisciplinary methods since a number of modules are taught together with other Schools within the Faculty of Social Sciences. Find out more about our research and possible supervisors for your project at:

You may have enjoyed undertaking your final year research project, or you might be in practice and have a research question that you wish to explore and investigate. This programme provides the knowledge and skills to complete your independent research project under the guidance of a specialist supervisor in your field.

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT PATHWAY This taught programme is suitable either for those planning to proceed to the PhD programme, or for those wishing to improve their research skills for application in business. Examples of previous students’ projects include: Ethical Consumerism and its Impact on Grassroots Community Development, and The Influence of Mobile-Based Word-of-Mouth on Consumer Decision Making Behaviour. Find out more about our research and possible supervisors for your project at:

The course is available in the following subject specialisms: EDUCATION AND LIFELONG LEARNING PATHWAY Providing an excellent focus on methodological, theoretical and philosophical issues in research, this degree is ideal preparation if you are considering going on to study for a PhD. Examples of previous students’ projects include: Provision for Mental Health Issues in Young People in Education, the Coach-Athlete Relationship, and Anxiety in Recreational Adolescent Football Players. Find out more about our research and possible supervisors for your project at: www.uea.ac.uk/education/research INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PATHWAY Gain advanced level training in research in development studies, essential not only for academic research but also in areas of development policy, project design and evaluation and organisational development. Examples of previous students’ projects include: Institutional Arrangements for Deliberative Processes Facilitating Resolution of Intra-State Water Conflicts, Study of the Water Regulatory Authority in the Indian State of Maharashtra and Mining Communities and Corporate Social Responsibility in South Africa. Find out more about our research and possible supervisors for your project at: www.uea.ac.uk/devresearch

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www.uea.ac.uk/norwich-business-school/ research PSYCHOLOGY PATHWAY Gain advanced level training in research in psychology, essential not only for academic research but also in areas such as developmental science, cognitive neuroscience and social psychology. Examples of previous students’ projects include: Unconscious Emotion Perception and the Relation to Empathy, Reaction to Derogatory Comments Toward Outgroup Members, and Moral Development in Children. Find out more about our research and possible supervisors for your project at:

We encourage applicants to contact academics to discuss research topics before you apply. For details of the modules offered for each subject specialism please refer to: www.uea.ac.uk/ssf/mres Scholarships are often offered for this programme and advertised from January each year, please check the website for details: www.uea.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/ taught-degrees/scholarships ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants should normally have a good first degree from a recognised higher education institution. It is normal for undergraduate students to apply for entry to postgraduate programmes in their final year of study. Applicants who have not yet been awarded a degree may be offered a place conditional on their attaining a particular class of degree. International students should refer to page 85 or our website for English language requirements.

www.uea.ac.uk/psychology/research SOCIAL WORK PATHWAY Providing a rigorous programme in research studies with a high level of support and a robust structure of training, this taught programme is suitable as a stand-alone qualification or for those planning to proceed to a PhD programme. Examples of previous students’ projects include: Ex-Offender Perceptions of Rehabilitation and the Effect of Policy on the Experience of Homelessness. Find out more about our research and possible supervisors for your project at: www.uea.ac.uk/socialwork/research

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Economics

MEASURE GROWTH ECONOMICS

Whether you are interested in business, politics or simply how the world ticks, economics is a wonderful discipline for understanding how individuals make choices, how those choices create markets, and how markets interact to create national and global economies. You will graduate with the essential understanding of how economic policies can be developed to improve social welfare.

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INTERNATIONAL REPUTATION We have an international reputation for our research into experimental and behavioural economics, industrial and competition economics, and applied econometrics and policy.

we believe that active researchers make the best lecturers. Members of our academic staff advise the European Commission, the World Bank and other institutions, including leading businesses, giving a practical angle to the academic rigour of their teaching.

Our flagship research centres include the Centre for Competition Policy, which has a leadership role in the international policy debate in industrial and competition economics. We also have a worldwide reputation in behavioural economics and decision making, showcased by the Centre for Behavioural and Experimental Social Science, whose members publish in the leading economics journals in the world and co-host the ESRC Network for Integrated Behavioural Science. We have a growing profile for research in applied and financial economics, economic theory, environment economics and conflict.

STUDENT SATISFACTION Our commitment to teaching is exemplified by our results in the National Student Satisfaction Survey; in 2015 economics at UEA was ranked third for overall student satisfaction amongst mainstream English universities, with a rating of 96%.

Our research-inspired approach to teaching means you will benefit from the world-class research undertaken by our academic staff. 92% of the School’s research is scored as either world leading or internationally excellent, compared with an average score of 77% across all other economics departments. We are also ranked in the top 20 economics departments in the UK (2017 Guardian League Table). EXCELLENT TEACHING All members of staff are committed to inspiring and nurturing ideas. Our teaching is informed by cutting-edge research and practice and

TEACHING METHODS AND ASSESSMENT Teaching is provided by members of academic staff, often in a relatively informal learning environment, and programmes may incorporate lectures, seminars, and practical workshops. You will complete a combination of core and specialist modules. You will be assessed through written assignments, presentations, tests, examinations and a dissertation. LEARNING SUPPORT We have developed a collegiate environment in the School. You’ll be joining a lively close-knit community with friendly, approachable academic staff. The School prioritises pastoral care and all students are allocated their own personal adviser. Learning enhancement support is embedded within the delivery of our courses, so you get as much support as you need. For your studies, the University library offers an excellent range of print and electronic

resources with a dedicated Faculty librarian to help you find the information you’re looking for. CAREERS AND EMPLOYABILITY Employability is a very important aspect of all the School’s degree programmes. The wide range of assessment methods in our teaching will enable you to develop and practise a number of skills, that are highly valued by employers. As well as getting access to frequent university-wide careers and employability events, you will join our own careers programme, offering a number of economics-focused events. You can also join our lecture series to hear speakers discuss their own careers and take the opportunity to speak with them both formally and informally. We are continuously developing long-term links with businesses; for example, Bloomberg and GES, who have recently been involved in careers activities with the School. You will also have the opportunity to take an active role in the running of the School through the Staff/Student Liaison Committee and the Norwich Economic Papers series – a student journal, contributed to and run by the students themselves. A careers adviser aligned with the School is also available for one-to-one guidance appointments throughout the course of your degree and after graduation. www.uea.ac.uk/careers

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TAUGHT PROGRAMME STRUCTURE AND OVERVIEW Our Master’s degrees are designed to equip you with the skills necessary for careers as professional economists (Academic and Professional Programme) or in understanding related spheres such as banking, finance, international trade and media (Applied Training Programme).

The School of Economics offers a diverse range of taught postgraduate study opportunities. Our key principles are ‘core knowledge’ and ‘flexibility’ – this ensures that you gain the rigorous reasoning and analytical skills that make an economics-related degree so valuable to employers. You can choose from a wide range of degrees tailored to meet your own aspirations. THE ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMME (MASTER OF SCIENCE) This programme is designed to provide intensive research-led training in advanced economic theory, econometrics and research methods. It is suitable for those who aim to gain employment as professional economists in government, financial institutions, business, commerce, industry, international agencies and other similar organisations. This programme is also suitable for those seeking PhD enrolment and/or an academic career as a lecturer in economics. Many of our former PhD students now hold academic posts as lecturers and professors in university departments both in the UK and overseas. They also work as specialist economists in government agencies and private consultancies.

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THE GRADUATE DIPLOMA The Graduate Diploma provides core training in economics for graduates (or those with an equivalent qualification) who do not already have an extensive recent economics background – serving as a progression route onto our Academic and Professional Programmes. THE APPLIED TRAINING PROGRAMME (MASTER OF SCIENCE) Join this programme for training in new and vocationally attractive skills in economics. You will study your specialist area in its wider economic context and learn how the insights from economics can improve performance. This programme will help with your career in the areas of finance, management, international business, international relations or the creative and cultural industries. The applied training element of this course means you can develop your specialist expertise without committing to the full research-led Academic and Professional Programme. You don’t need a formal economics background to succeed on this course, however you should have studied some economics or statistics-related modules in your undergraduate degree.

SEPTEMBER PRE-SESSIONAL COURSES The School of Economics runs an intensive course in mathematics and statistics for economists in the fortnight preceding the Master’s programme in September. SCHOLARSHIPS AND FUNDING You may qualify for postgraduate funding from the University and from a number of external schemes. Find out more at: www.uea.ac.uk/economics/scholarships-andfunding/postgraduate-students

Economics

MSc ECONOMICS The Academic and Professional Programme 1 year full time Registration: Early September

ABOUT THE COURSE Develop your theoretical and applied quantitative skills on this mainstream research training course. Through our broad base of economic theory and up-to-date practical work, you will graduate ready to succeed as a professional economist.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You need a 2:1 or equivalent in an undergraduate degree with a substantial focus on economics. If you don’t have this, you can apply initially for the Graduate Diploma, which will prepare you for the course. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements.

After applying these skills in your own research, you will write a supervised dissertation, which is submitted by the end of August as a culmination of your work. YOUR MODULES In addition to the compulsory modules, you can choose options from a variety of specialist areas in economics. Compulsory modules: – Econometric Theory – Economic Theory I/II – Applied Econometrics – Dissertation.

MSc FINANCE AND ECONOMICS The Academic and Professional Programme 1 year full time Registration: Early September

ABOUT THE COURSE This course will give you rigorous training in economics and a chance to specialise in the area of finance. Cover core economic theory and quantitative techniques in your economics modules. At the same time, you will get theoretical and applied training in finance, including issues such as asset pricing, options and futures, company and market evaluation, international finance and specialised econometric methods. You will be taught by international experts in several areas of economics, including those with years of practical economics experience. After applying these skills in your own research, you will write a supervised dissertation, which is submitted by the end of August as a culmination of your work.

A choice of two optional modules from: – Finance – Financial Mathematics – Behavioural and Experimental Economics I/II – Macroeconomics of Development – Microeconomics of Development – Environmental and Natural Resource Economics – International Finance – Financial Markets.

This programme gives you a thorough training for your professional career in finance. You may also use it as preparation for a PhD. YOUR MODULES Compulsory modules: – Economic Theory I – Financial Econometrics – Dissertation. A choice of three optional modules from: – Applied Econometrics – Economic Theory II – Financial Markets – Financial Mathematics – International Finance – Finance.

“The practical nature of the course, where theoretical models were discussed and evaluated using real-life industrial examples, was superb preparation for using economics in the real world. At UEA I also developed relationships with a number of leading academic economists – useful contacts which I maintain to this day.” SHAUN DAY, ECONOMICS GRADUATE

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FEES AND FUNDING

Details of our tuition fees and scholarships can be found on the fees and funding tab of individual course profiles at: www.uea.ac.uk/eco/pgt www.uea.ac.uk/study/pgt/scholarships

HOW TO APPLY

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MSc INDUSTRIAL ECONOMICS The Academic and Professional Programme 1 year full time Registration: Early September

ABOUT THE COURSE On this course, you will benefit from our close links with research conducted by the Centre for Competition Policy. You will have access to the Centre’s workshops, seminars and conferences, enabling you to interact with leading academics and practitioners from Europe and the US.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You need a 2:1 or equivalent in an undergraduate degree with a substantial focus on economics. If you don’t have this, you can apply initially for the Graduate Diploma which will prepare you for the course. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements.

Industrial economics has been the source of some of the most fertile developments in economic theory in the last 30 years. Learn how interest in game theory and contract economics has grown substantially due to applications in industrial organisations. You will also study more recent advances in empirical work to test new theories and shed light on the behaviour of firms and industries. Explore how new research is informing policy debates in competition policy, including merger regulation, cartels, agreements between buyers and suppliers, and abusive behaviour by dominant firms. In your first semester you will be given a thorough grounding in the theory of industrial organisation. In the second semester you will examine applied and policy literature.

“The experience and support of UEA staff was always an important part of studying at UEA, creating not only a positive environment, but also many opportunities post-graduation.” MARK PEACOCK, INDUSTRIAL ECONOMICS GRADUATE

After applying these skills in your own research, you will write a supervised dissertation, which is submitted by the end of August as a culmination of your work. On this programme, you will train for a career as a competition economist in competition agencies, consultancies and business. You can also use it as preparation for a PhD.

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The Academic and Professional Programme 1 year full time Registration: Early September

ABOUT THE COURSE Behavioural economics constitutes a relatively new, but rapidly expanding field of enquiry. There are many important areas of theoretical dispute between economists. First you will cover the core components and get an introduction to experimental methods in economics. You will go on to consider the potential role and scope of experimentation in economics, and the methodology of experiments and experimental design. A variety of experimental studies are reviewed and you will design and conduct your own experiments. After applying these skills in your own research, you will write a supervised dissertation, which is submitted by the end of August as a culmination of your work. You’ll be learning from a team whose work in behavioural and experimental economics has appeared in many leading economics journals, both general (such as the American Economic Review, the Quarterly Journal of Economics, The Economic Journal and Economica) and specialised (such as Games and Economic Behavior, the Journal of Economic Behavior and Organization, the Journal of Risk and Uncertainty and Theory and Decision). The Centre for Behavioural and Experimental Social Science (CBESS) and its computerised laboratory dedicated to research in experimental economics, is one of a very small number of economics departments in the UK equipped to carry out such work. The programme provides a thorough training for a professional career as a behavioural economist in the public sector or business, or as preparation for a PhD.

YOUR MODULES – Econometric Theory – Economic Theory I/II – Applied Econometrics – Industrial Economics I/II – Dissertation.

YOUR MODULES – Econometric Theory – Economic Theory I/II – Applied Econometrics – Behavioural and Experimental Economics I/II – Dissertation.

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Centre for Behavioural and Experimental Social Science

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Economics

MSc INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS ECONOMICS The Applied Training Programme 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: Early September

ABOUT THE COURSE This course gives you the tools and insights required for understanding globalisation and pursuing a career in international business. Got a background in economics? This course will develop your knowledge and understanding of international business (transnational production, finance etc). If you’re a business graduate, you will gain greater depth of understanding of the broader economic context of the international economy.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You need a 2:2 or equivalent in a relevant undergraduate degree.

Hone your skills in statistical analysis while investigating the motivation, financial practices, and consequences of international business.

International students should refer to our website for English language requirements.

You will graduate with skills that appeal to employers seeking analytical and business awareness skills in an international context. You will cultivate skills highly relevant in the workplace, including training in the use of statistical and quantitative software packages (eg STATA). This course also provides you with a firm grasp of some of the methods, models and techniques currently used by firms in the financial services sector and beyond.

“Since UEA, I am employed as a global research analyst in a large securities organisation in my home country of China. UEA’s Master’s degree is very highly regarded by my organisation.” FAN WU, INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS FINANCE AND ECONOMICS GRADUATE

After applying these skills in your own research, you will write a supervised dissertation, which is submitted by the end of August as a culmination of your work. YOUR MODULES Compulsory modules: – Economic Concepts – Econometric Methods – International Trade – Multinational Firms – Dissertation. A choice of two optional modules from: – Finance – International Finance – Economics of the Mass Media – Financial Mathematics – Environmental and Natural Resource Economics.

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FEES AND FUNDING

Details of our tuition fees and scholarships can be found on the fees and funding tab of individual course profiles at: www.uea.ac.uk/eco/pgt www.uea.ac.uk/study/pgt/scholarships

MSc INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS FINANCE AND ECONOMICS The Applied Training Programme 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: Early September ABOUT THE COURSE Train at Master’s level in economics as you specialise in international business and finance. Develop skills in statistical analysis, especially as applicable to financial data. Explore the motivation, financial practices, and consequences of international business. In the economic modules, you will cover core economic theory and quantitative techniques. The modules in international business and finance give you theoretical and applied training in these fields. You will be taught by international experts in several areas of economics, including those with years of practical experience working in finance. You will cultivate skills highly relevant in the workplace, including training in the use of statistical and quantitative software packages (eg STATA). This course also provides you with a firm grasp of some of the methods, models and techniques currently used by firms in the financial services sector and beyond. After applying these skills in your own research, you will write a supervised dissertation, which is submitted by the end of August as a culmination of your work. YOUR MODULES Compulsory modules: – Economic Concepts – Finance – Financial Econometrics – Multinational Firms – International Finance – Dissertation. A choice of one optional module from: – Economic Theory II – Financial Mathematics – International Trade.

HOW TO APPLY

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MSc ECONOMICS AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

MSc MEDIA ECONOMICS The Applied Training Programme 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: Early September

The Applied Training Programme 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: Early September

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You need a 2:2 or equivalent in a relevant undergraduate degree. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements.

ABOUT THE COURSE This degree will give you a platform to understand international economics and politics from an interdisciplinary perspective.

ABOUT THE COURSE Get the analytical skills and economic understanding that will give you an edge in your career in the media.

Build your own learning experience in areas of geographical specialisation. In doing so, you can create a unique qualification that is attractive to employers looking for those with an understanding of international institutions and geopolitics, as well as the analytical skills of economics.

This course is for you if you come from a film, literature or media-based undergraduate degree. You may have studied some statistics, and now wish to develop your analytical skills to understand the economic and political context of your chosen media industry.

The course is taught by the School of Economics in collaboration with Political, Social and International Studies, both of which have a strong tradition of interdisciplinary research and teaching. www.uea.ac.uk/psi You will cultivate skills highly relevant in the workplace, including training in the use of statistical and quantitative software packages (eg STATA). This course also provides you with a firm grasp of some of the methods, models and techniques currently used by firms in the financial services sector and beyond. After applying these skills in your own research, you will write a supervised dissertation, which is submitted by the end of August as a culmination of your work. YOUR MODULES Compulsory modules: – Econometric Methods – Economic Concepts – International Relations Theory – International Trade – Dissertation. A choice of two optional modules from: – Multinational Firms – Financial Mathematics – Environmental and Natural Resource Economics – The Foreign Relations of China and Japan in the Modern World – International Finance.

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If you’re an economics graduate, you will learn to understand the media better, opening up a career path in the business side of the media (account executives in advertising, finance and management positions in broadcasting, publishing etc). The course is taught jointly by the School of Economics and with Political, Social and International Studies, both of which have a strong tradition of interdisciplinary research and teaching on media issues. www.uea.ac.uk/psi You will cultivate skills highly relevant in the workplace. After applying these skills in your own research, you will write a supervised dissertation, which is submitted by the end of August as a culmination of your work. YOUR MODULES Compulsory modules: – Econometric Methods – Economic Concepts – Economics of the Mass Media – International Trade – Politics and Media – Dissertation. A choice of one optional module from: – Multinational Firms –E  nvironmental and Natural Resource Economics – Financial Mathematics.

Economics

MSc ECONOMICS OF MONEY, BANKING AND CAPITAL MARKETS The Applied Training Programme 1 year full time Registration: Early September

ABOUT THE COURSE Develop your knowledge and understanding of the economics of money, banking and capital markets with an emphasis on recent challenges to banks, central banking and monetary policy.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You need a 2:2 or equivalent in a relevant undergraduate degree. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements.

You will start with foundation modules in economics and banking econometrics, alongside specialist modules that provide an understanding of financial markets and international finance. Go on to study the role of money, central banking and monetary policy and regulatory challenges to the global financial system. Options allow you to study techniques designed to measure market and credit risk and provide you with an insight into how trader behaviour contributes to bubbles and crashes. You will cultivate skills highly relevant in the workplace, including training in the use of statistical and quantitative software packages (eg STATA). This course also provides you with a firm grasp of some of the methods, models and techniques currently used by firms in the financial services sector and beyond. After applying these skills in your own research, you will write a supervised dissertation, which is submitted by the end of August as a culmination of your work. The course gives you the foundations for a career in a range of financial professions, including banking and risk management. YOUR MODULES Compulsory modules: – Economic Concepts – Banking Econometrics – Financial Markets – International Finance – Money and Banking – Dissertation.

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The Applied Training Programme 1 year full time Registration: Early September ABOUT THE COURSE Get a solid grounding in economics while you develop your understanding of international finance and trade. Explore what’s happening in globalisation, international trade negotiations, and the interdependence of global financial markets. You will take foundation modules in economics and financial econometrics, alongside specialist modules on international trade, explaining patterns in global flows of goods and services, and international finance from both an investor’s and corporate perspective. Options allow you to study techniques designed to measure market and credit risk and provide you with an insight into how trader behaviour contributes to bubbles and crashes. You can also choose to study international firms and a range of other options. You will cultivate skills highly relevant in the workplace, including training in the use of statistical and quantitative software packages (eg STATA). This course also provides you with a firm grasp of some of the methods, models and techniques currently used by firms in the financial services sector and beyond. After applying these skills in your own research, you will write a supervised dissertation, which is submitted by the end of August as a culmination of your work. The programme will enable you to progress into a career in business or international finance. YOUR MODULES Compulsory modules: – Economic Concepts – Financial Econometrics – International Finance – International Trade – Dissertation.

A choice of one optional module from: – Multinational Firms – Financial Mathematics – Risk Management and Trading.

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A choice of two optional modules from: – Financial Markets – Finance – Money and Banking – Multinational Firms – Financial Mathematics – Risk Management and Trading.

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MSc QUANTITATIVE FINANCIAL ECONOMICS The Applied Training Programme 1 year full time Registration: Early September

ABOUT THE COURSE Develop your knowledge of the economics of financial markets and understanding of asset pricing models. Master the quantitative skills demanded of the modern finance professional. On the core Risk Management and Trading module you will get an introduction to techniques used to measure market and credit risk. You will see how trader behaviour contributes to bubbles and crashes.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS For the MSc you need a 2:2 or equivalent in a relevant undergraduate degree. For the diploma, you should have a 2:2 in an undergraduate degree. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements.

A dominant theme of the last two decades has been value-at-risk, and you will be introduced to this methodology, its strengths, limitations and application in the area of market risk. The Financial Markets module has a strong technical content involving the study of financial models, which can explain equilibrium asset prices and the term structure of interest rates. You will cultivate skills highly relevant in the workplace, including training in the use of statistical and quantitative software packages (eg STATA). This course also provides you with a firm grasp of some of the methods, models and techniques currently used by firms in the financial services sector and beyond. After applying these skills in your own research, you will write a supervised dissertation, which is submitted by the end of August as a culmination of your work.

GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN ECONOMICS The Applied Training Programme 10 months full time Registration: Early September

ABOUT THE COURSE Get a core training in economics without needing an extensive recent economics background. Go straight into appropriate employment in the UK and overseas, or choose further economics-based postgraduate study, including particularly the School’s Academic and Professional MSc programme. Learn with an emphasis on the principles of economics. In addition to your core studies, you can select modules from a wide range of options covering specialised economic theory and its application. A good pass on the Graduate Diploma, subject to the appropriate choice of options, will guarantee you a place on any of the School’s taught programmes. YOUR MODULES Compulsory modules: – Intermediate Microeconomics – Introductory Macroeconomics – Introductory Econometrics. A choice of three optional modules from:* – Behavioural Economics – Mathematical Economics – International Trade and Integration – The European Economy – Strategic Thinking. *A wider choice of optional modules may be taken at the discretion of the Teaching Director.

The course will enable you to progress into a range of financial careers, including the role of financial or market analyst. YOUR MODULES Compulsory modules: – Economic Concepts – Financial Econometrics – Financial Markets – International Finance – Risk Management and Trading – Dissertation. A choice of one optional module from: – Money and Banking – Applied Econometrics – Financial Mathematics.

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RESEARCH DEGREES

RESEARCH CENTRES

RESEARCH AREAS

The School offers the following research degree programme:

The School of Economics has a reputation as a centre of research excellence and our research has been published in most of the world’s leading economics journals. We are ranked eighth among economics departments for research outputs (Times Higher Education REF2014). Our research-inspired approach to teaching means our students benefit from the world-class research undertaken by our academic staff. 92% of the School’s research is scored as either world-leading or internationally excellent, compared with an average score of 77% across all other economics departments.

Research in the School of Economics is organised into five groups:

PhD: 3 years full time, 6 years part time Registration: typically October and January Entry Requirements: at least a 2:1 degree and a research Master’s at 60% or above or equivalent work experience. The School has well established graduate research training programmes in economics. When you join, you will be assigned a supervisory panel made up of research-active members of academic staff. You will be registered directly onto the PhD programme, the first year of which will be considered a probationary period. The School provides high quality support and training to enable you to complete your doctorate on time as well as to equip you to undertake research beyond your PhD. Research students are actively encouraged to become integrated into the lively research culture within the School. For more information on: – Support and Training Pathways – How to Apply – Fees and Scholarships – Examples of PhD Research – Recent PhD Placements – Academic Staff and their Research Areas, please refer to: www.uea.ac.uk/eco/research-degrees

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The School is a leading partner in two research centres: The Centre for Competition Policy is at the forefront of policy formation in competition economics internationally, with advisory links with the European Commission and the Competitions and Markets Authority. www.competitionpolicy.ac.uk The Centre for Behavioural and Experimental Social Science is part of the ESRC Network for Integrated Behavioural Science, which launched in 2013. www.uea.ac.uk/cbess Academic rigour, policy relevance and inter-disciplinarity are at the heart of the School’s research philosophy. For more information see:

– The Behavioural Economics Group’s strengths are in measurement of preferences and valuations, supporting current interests in policy-making circles, both in the UK and internationally, to incorporate insights of behavioural and experimental economics into policy design – The Industrial Economics Group is closely aligned with the Centre for Competition Policy, working to develop significant policy and practitioner impact – The Applied and Financial Economics Group brings together a diverse range of researchers in developing cross-disciplinary economic research with international impact  – The Economics of Conflict Group investigates the causes, modes, and consequences of conflict at levels from individuals up to societies, using a blend of empirical, theoretical, and experimental techniques – The Economic Theory Group joins together researchers who use rigorous theoretical analysis to make significant contributions in all areas of economics. For more information please see: www.uea.ac.uk/eco/research/research-groups

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Education and Lifelong Learning

LESSON LEARNED EDUCATION AND LIFELONG LEARNING

Take your passion for education and lifelong learning to the next level at UEA. Join a diverse and internationally renowned community of researchers, scholars and practitioners of education.

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Be part of our long-standing tradition for world-class educational research. Benefit from studying at one of the UK’s premier centres for initial teacher education. Enjoy outstanding experiences through our research programmes and professional courses. Take advantage of our valuable partnerships with schools and colleges, adult educational groups, governments and universities. Most importantly, gain the knowledge, skills and insights you need to thrive during educational and organisational change. TAUGHT PROGRAMMES Choose from a diverse range of postgraduate study opportunities at Certificate, Diploma and Master’s level. All of our Master’s degrees provide grounding in research methods to enable you to pursue individual research work on specialist topics. COURSE STRUCTURE You will complete a number of taught modules, either in the autumn or spring semester, as well as completing a research-based dissertation over the summer period. Each full-time MA programme has core compulsory modules, with the option to take a module from a related field.

Our PGCE programmes combine school-based experience with taught sessions at UEA. Our degrees have been designed to meet your needs when working in an educational setting, to support career advancement in local, national and international contexts through drawing on the expertise of members of the School’s research groups. TEACHING METHODS You will be taught by members of academic staff and visiting experts in formal and informal learning environments. Learn through lectures, seminars, tutorials, workshops, practical work and placements.

“My attainment of the Master’s degree has greatly boosted my morale and built my confidence to face challenges and perform assignments effectively. The course indeed built my capacity by asking questions, critically analysing statements based on evidence/facts and in making concrete judgements.” SAFFIATOU SAVAGE-SIDIBEH, MA ADULT LITERACY AND LIFELONG LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT GRADUATE

ASSESSMENT You will complete a combination of compulsory and specialist optional modules. Assessment modes comprise presentations, essays, coursework assignments, a project portfolio of evidence, and a dissertation.

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MA ADULT LITERACY, LIFELONG LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT: INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVES 1 year full time Registration: September

This Master’s degree has been designed for those working in adult education and basic literacy, particularly in international, lifelong learning and community development programmes. The course draws on the expertise of the UNESCO chair programme for adult literacy and learning for social transformation, established at UEA in 2016.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have at least a 2:1 honours degree or equivalent in a relevant undergraduate degree in educational studies or social science from a recognised higher education institution. The University will take into account your educational experience. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE Your application is very welcome if you already work in policy, planning, and evaluation roles, as well as teaching, non governmental organisations (NGOs) activism and literacy facilitation. Although this course is not a teacher training course, it will provide you with critical insights and research skills for taking forward and developing innovative adult literacy and lifelong learning programmes, or for conducting doctoral level research in this area. Whilst many of our students will be working in developing countries, the programme is also appropriate for those working in the field of adult education and lifelong learning in the UK, US, Canada, Australia or Europe who are interested in developing a new perspective on their work. PROGRAMME STRUCTURE You will study six taught modules and write a dissertation. The taught modules run in the autumn and spring semester, with the dissertation being undertaken in the second semester and submitted by the end of August.

YOUR MODULES You will take three compulsory specialist modules focusing on the topic of adult literacy, lifelong learning and international development. These will introduce the changing theoretical concepts and policy approaches within the fields of adult literacy and lifelong learning.

Your dissertation, which is research based, is to be completed by the end of the programme and is an opportunity to conduct an in-depth study in the field of adult literacy, lifelong learning and international development. You will be assigned individual tutorial support from your supervisor during the planning and writing of the dissertation.

You will gain an understanding of how adult education policy and programmes relate to international development policy objectives and explore the relationship between adult literacy/numeracy, lifelong learning and social change (including gender relations). These modules will be assessed by a variety of methods including written assignments and an oral presentation.

Through an additional optional module, you can specialise within your study. Choose an Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods, another module from a selection offered in the School or a module from a pre-approved list offered by the School of International Development or Language and Communication Studies.

You will also take two compulsory modules in Educational Research Methods and Critical Reading. This will give you a solid grounding in the methodology of educational inquiry. You will gain the skills to design and conduct research in your own specialist areas of educational experience and interest. The module Educational Research Methods concentrates on an introduction to research methodologies in education and you will be assessed through the production of a research proposal. The module Critical Reading concentrates on the development of this skill, particularly focusing on educational policies. This module is assessed through a critical policy review.

The Literacy and Development Group: this research group promotes a strong research and teaching community to help support and stimulate research interest and teaching in the field of adult literacy and development. www.uea.ac.uk/ssf/literacy

“Coming to UEA to study for an MA was one of the best decisions I’ve made – it opened up a whole new world to me and changed my previous thinking about adult literacy.” ELENI KONIDARI, MA ADULT LITERACY, LIFELONG LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT GRADUATE

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MA EDUCATION: LEARNING, PEDAGOGY AND ASSESSMENT 1 year full time Registration: September

This degree is for those with a broad professional interest in all sectors of education.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have at least a 2:1 honours degree or equivalent in a relevant undergraduate degree from a recognised higher education institution. The University will also take into account the employment experience of applicants where relevant.

educational needs in your own particular employment contexts.

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Improve your analytical and critical skills and reflective abilities.

ABOUT THE COURSE Achieve a critical as well as a practical understanding of current issues and debates about teaching and learning, key educational trends and policies in the UK and internationally, and educational research. Distinctive features of the course are its international dimension. You will be learning with students from around the world, and studying educational perspectives from different countries.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE The programme consists of a total of seven modules (180 credits): six taught modules (20 credits each) and a dissertation (60 credits). The taught modules run in the autumn and spring semesters. The dissertation will be undertaken in the spring semester and should be submitted by the end of August.

Develop your knowledge and understanding of international literature and the research base relevant to: pedagogy, international education, curriculum development, educational reform, issues of educational policy and implementation. Get access to a range of alternative methods, ideas and experiences in various aspects of schooling and educational systems and settings. Develop your subject knowledge on teaching, learning, assessment, educational policy and pedagogy. Learn to identify examples of best practice which you will be able to use to inform meeting

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The module Educational Research Methods provides an introduction to research methodologies in education, and is assessed through the production of a research proposal. The module Critical Reading concentrates on the development of critical skills, particularly through focusing on educational policies. This module is assessed through a critical policy review.

Explore theoretically and apply practically a range of data collection and analysis processes, so that you become familiar with various types of educational research.

The next module is the dissertation, which is research based, and is due by the end of the programme. Working with an individual supervisor, you will design, research and write up an inquiry-based project. With guidance from the course team, you will choose a dissertation topic according to your own individual interests and/or professional background.

YOUR MODULES You will take three compulsory specialist modules around learning, pedagogy and assessment. These are: – An Introduction to Key Concepts and Ideas in Educational Practices – Pedagogies in Educational Contexts: Perspectives and Practices – Assessment: Principles, Issues and Practice. You will also take two more compulsory modules that cover Educational Research Methods and Critical Reading. These are designed to provide you with sufficient grounding in the methodology of educational inquiry to help you design and conduct research in your own specialist areas of educational experience and interest.

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You will also choose a specialist, optional module. This could be a Master’s level module from the School of Education and Lifelong Learning or a module from the School of International Development or Language and Communication Studies.

“Through the sharing of ideas, experiences and values, this course has really helped me to build up competences that will be very useful for my future career.” YAN SUN, MA EDUCATION GRADUATE

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MA MATHEMATICS EDUCATION 1 year full time Registration: September

This Master’s degree introduces individuals who are graduates of mathematics or other related disciplines, mathematics teachers, mathematics teacher educators or other educational professionals to a vibrant field of educational research.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have at least a 2:1 honours degree in mathematics or science or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution. The University will take into account your educational experience. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE This degree is intended for mathematics graduates with an interest in education, practising mathematics teachers, mathematics teacher educators and other educational professionals. Teaching experience is welcome and so are applications from those just beginning or considering a career in mathematics education. The course is designed to allow a useful interchange of ideas between those with a strong background in mathematics and those with significant teaching experience. The course introduces the study of mathematics education as an academic discipline and will acquaint you with elements from psychology, sociology, anthropology, philosophy and history of mathematics that influence mathematics education research. Training will be provided in the methodology of educational research and you will have the opportunity to pursue an individual specialist topic within mathematics education under the supervision of a member of the Research in Mathematics Education Group, based at UEA. www.uea.ac.uk/education/research/areas/ mathematics-education

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PROGRAMME STRUCTURE The programme consists of a number of taught modules and a dissertation. The taught modules run in parallel over the first and second semesters. A dissertation is undertaken in the second semester and is to be submitted by the end of August. YOUR MODULES You will take three compulsory specialist modules focusing on the theory and practice of mathematics education. You will be invited to read about and discuss theories on the teaching and learning of mathematics across educational levels as well as acquaint yourself with key research results from seminal studies in the area of mathematics education. The three modules are: – Key Theories in Research into the Teaching and Learning of Mathematics – Key Studies into the Teaching and Learning of Mathematics across Educational Levels – The Use of Technology in the Teaching and Learning of Mathematics. These modules will be assessed by written assignments. You will also take two compulsory modules that cover Educational Research Methods and Critical Reading. These two modules aim to provide you with sufficient grounding in the methodology of educational inquiry to enable you to begin to design and conduct research in your chosen area of mathematics education research.

The module Educational Research Methods concentrates on an introduction to research methodologies in education and is assessed through the production of a research proposal. The module Critical Reading concentrates on the development of this skill, particularly focusing on educational policies. This module is assessed through a critical policy review. The dissertation, which is research based, is to be completed by the end of the programme. You will receive individual tutorial support from your supervisor during the planning and writing of the dissertation. You will also be able to select an optional module, including the module Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods, another Master’s level module from a selection offered in the School, or a module from a pre-approved list offered by other Schools at UEA, including the School of Mathematics. You are also welcome to attend events organised by the Research in Mathematics Education Group – a vibrant community of researchers in mathematics education at UEA which also includes doctoral students in mathematics education, MA graduates now teaching in local schools and pre-service teachers training in the School. You will have opportunities to liaise with practitioners of mathematics teaching and also see them in action.

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MA EDUCATIONAL PRACTICE AND RESEARCH Up to 3 years part time Registration: January

This MA aims to build on your existing interests and expertise. You can enjoy flexible and personalised study patterns that complement your professional work commitments. Expect to graduate with a wide range of skills that will be invaluable in your future career.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have at least a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution. The University will take into account your educational experience, and in some circumstances prior learning can be accredited. See details under the programme structure. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. EXIT ROUTES – Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Practice and Research – Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Practice and Research – MA in Educational Practice and Research.

ABOUT THE COURSE This MA is suitable for school teachers, further education lecturers and all other educational practitioners working in the UK, who wish to extend their continuing professional development activities and career advancement through studying for a Master’s level degree. You will have the chance to carry out research that makes a contribution to our overall understanding of education and that drives innovation in learning. At UEA we create a stimulating and challenging environment in which to discuss and analyse classroom practice and offer a broad range of subject areas. Our range of teaching and assessment methods facilitate a supportive learning community. PROGRAMME STRUCTURE The award of MA Educational Practice and Research requires the successful completion of 180* MA credits. The course consists of a number of taught modules, delivered during evening sessions or on Saturdays. You will study 30 credit modules relevant to your own interests and complete a 60 credit dissertation to be awarded the full Master of Arts degree.

Your research skills component is delivered by academic staff with expertise in conducting qualitative and quantitative studies. Your dissertation will allow you to develop expertise in an area of your choice under the supervision of an experienced member of the academic staff. Previous participants have often chosen to focus on issues which relate to aspects of school improvement, which therefore benefit not only their own professional development but also the wider education community. *‘M’ level PGCE alumni can accredit up to 90 PGCE Master’s credits towards the final award.

YOUR MODULES Compulsory modules: – Research Methods: School-Based Enquiry (may be exempt depending on APL) – Dissertation. A choice of optional modules from:** – Contemporary Issues in the Early Years – Creative Pedagogy and Practice in Education – Developing Educational Practice – Enhancing Science Education – Innovative Teaching and Learning Through Lesson Study – Leadership and Management in Education – Meaning and Identity in Teaching – Modern Foreign Languages Pedagogy – Physical Education Pedagogy – Technology in the Classroom – The Use of Technology in the Teaching and Learning of Mathematics – Understanding Health and Well-Being in School Contexts – Writing Pedagogy. **Details shown here may be subject to change.

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MA/POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN COUNSELLING 1 year full time with the second year MA option (full or part time) Registration: September

Get a thorough grounding in the theory and practice of the person-centred approach, and training of sufficient depth to practise professionally in the role of counsellor.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have at least a 2:1 honours degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution. Applicants for the PG Diploma are usually expected to have completed a PG Certificate in Counselling Skills or equivalent qualification. The University will take into account your educational experience, and in some circumstances prior learning can be accredited.

You can take the award of Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and leave the programme, or proceed to a second year and take the second module, the dissertation – which gives you 60 Master’s level credits. Successful completion of this module will lead to the award of Master of Arts in Counselling. This can be taken full time over seven months or part time over one year.

International students should refer to our website for English language requirements.

MODULE 1 PERSON-CENTRED COUNSELLING The first and last weeks of this part of the module are spent in intensive full-time training over five-day periods. The pattern for the remaining 30 weeks of the course will be the equivalent of three days a week in full-time training with two days devoted to counselling placement, individual supervision and personal study.

ABOUT THE COURSE The person-centred approach is built on a humanistic view of the person and the innate human capacity for constructive self direction and growth. As a counsellor, you will be viewed as a person whose primary skill lies in the ability to create a particular kind of therapeutic relationship within which your client can achieve a more satisfying way of living. It’s normally expected that you will already be a graduate, but other professional qualifications are considered. This is also true if you can demonstrate appropriate academic skills. YOUR MODULES The programme is made up of two modules. The first module, of 120 Master’s level credits, is Person-Centred Counselling and study for this module is one year full time. Upon successful completion of this module, you have two choices.

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Your typical day might include work in small groups on group supervision and skills practice, as well as time in the larger group discussing theory. You will attend theory workshops and explore aspects of personal and professional development. The four core elements of theory, skills, personal development and supervision are fully integrated throughout. You will learn about person-centred personality theory, therapeutic conditions, therapeutic process, key concepts from other approaches and professional issues in counselling through formal theory workshops and seminars.

You will then develop this knowledge through skills practice groups and supervision groups. Community Meetings (the large course group) and smaller Personal Development Groups provide further opportunities for personal and professional development and for personal integration of the core person-centred philosophy. You will be expected to gain 100 hours of counselling placement experience (as required for BACP course accreditation) via supervised counselling placements. Supervision costs for the year are covered by fees. While we have good relationships with the University Wellbeing Service and a range of other agencies in the Norwich area, offering valuable experience with a wide range of clients, you will be required to apply for your preferred placement option(s). The Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling is a British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) accredited training programme in the person-centred approach. www.bacp.co.uk

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POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATES

– The central experiential processes of focusing – Experiential working with specific processes. PROGRAMME STRUCTURE You will get experiential training and a grounding in the theory and philosophy of focusing-oriented therapy. Teaching will take place over six weekends between September and May.

POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN FOCUSING-ORIENTED PSYCHOTHERAPY 9 months part time Registration: September Entry requirements: www.uea.ac.uk/edu/pgt The only programme of its kind in the UK, this course is designed primarily for counsellors and psychotherapists who wish to make use of the principles of focusing and experiential psychotherapy in their professional work. It is accredited by the Focusing Institute in New York. www.focusing.org ABOUT THE COURSE This programme (60 credits at Master’s Level) gives you experiential training and a grounding in the theory of focusing-oriented therapy, which derives from the work of Eugene Gendlin. You will study a form of therapy that belongs in the humanistic tradition, and more specifically within the tradition of client-centred and experiential psychotherapy. It has deep roots in both client-centred therapy and in phenomenology. The central emphasis is on the experiencing process of the client and on ways in which the therapist can help the client to relate to their experiencing of their situation. The programme aims: –S  tudy the distinctive thinking and procedures of focusing-oriented psychotherapy and learn how to incorporate these procedures into your own therapy practice – You will also get an historical understanding of the development of the focusing-oriented approach in relation to the development of other schools of therapy –R  elate the experiential approach to the different schools of psychotherapy as traditionally conceived. Make use of focusing on your own personal and professional development. PROGRAMME CONTENT The course will include the following topics that cover both theoretical input and experiential learning: – General focusing theory – Theoretical aspects of personality change and specific experiential processes

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Participants will be expected to work in focusing partnerships in the period between sessions (such partnerships may be conducted by telephone if necessary). You will learn via lectures and seminars, group discussions, role plays, focusing partnerships, audio and video demonstrations and recording of practice sessions.

POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN PERSON-CENTRED COUNSELLING SKILLS 7-10 months part time Registration: November and January Entry requirements: www.uea.ac.uk/edu/pgt This programme is designed to familiarise students with the person-centred approach to listening and relating within a helping relationship. ABOUT THE COURSE Explore the philosophical and theoretical underpinnings of this approach to the person and the process of change, and the person-centred attitudes, qualities and skills needed for helping relationships of many kinds. You can then integrate these skills into your work in settings such as education, health, social care, probation and allied health professions. The person-centred approach is built on a humanistic view of the person and the innate human capacity for constructive self-direction and growth. As a person-centred helper and listener your primary focus will be on creating a particular kind of relationship that enables others to more fully express and explore their concerns and to access their own innate sense of what they need. The course also provides a useful foundation for anyone wanting to go on to train as a person-centred therapist through diploma level professional counsellor training. PROGRAMME STRUCTURE This is a single module course (60 credits). You will meet weekly with your fellow course members and will also attend a number of full-day weekend workshops. Sessions will include: structured and unstructured group

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work; skills practice; the use of audio recording with peer group and tutor feedback; role play; written analysis and reflection. There will be opportunities to develop your self-awareness, to gain feedback on your qualities and skills as a listener/helper, and to take part in a group experience that is rich in interpersonal and intrapersonal learning. There is no formal placement experience required but you are encouraged to develop opportunities for application in practice in paid or voluntary work. The practical nature of this certificate should be emphasised; you will develop attitudes, self-awareness and skills built on a sound theoretical knowledge base.

POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPY SKILLS 10 months part time Registration: November Entry requirements: www.uea.ac.uk/edu/pgt Learn the theoretical model used in CBT and develop CBT-based skills and techniques which can be integrated into your current role in education, health, social care, probation and allied health professions. ABOUT THE COURSE Gain an in-depth understanding and comprehensive knowledge of the use of the cognitive behavioural approach in a variety of settings. The course also provides a useful foundation for anyone wanting to go on to train as a CBT therapist through diploma level practitioner training. PROGRAMME STRUCTURE The Certificate takes the form of a single 60 credit Master’s level module. Taken as a whole, it seeks to deliver a coherent body of knowledge, skills and understanding. You will learn the theoretical foundations of the cognitive behavioural approach, gain familiarity with the procedures used in a range of cognitive techniques and develop an understanding of the conditions necessary for a supportive and collaborative helping relationship. Throughout the course, you will have the chance to practise and develop the use of CBT skills and techniques. This is a highly practical course and you will develop hands-on skills, built on a sound theoretical knowledge base. The course also includes 20 hour blocks on Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), and on Motivational Interviewing.

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POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION (PGCE) 1 year full time Registration: September

The Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) qualification is intended for graduates who wish to teach in primary or secondary schools. The programme is assessed against M-level criteria – leading to Qualified Teacher Status and 90 credits at Master’s level.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS For both Primary and Secondary PGCE courses, you should have a good honours degree or equivalent by the beginning of the programme in September. You must have already achieved a GCSE pass at grade C or equivalent in English language and mathematics prior to submitting your application. Some courses also require a GCSE pass at grade C or equivalent in a natural science subject (ie biology, chemistry, physics or a combination of these). All candidates are required to pass the professional skills tests before starting the course. Find out more at: www.education.gov.uk/get-into-teaching International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. HOW TO APPLY Applications should be made via UCAS Teacher Training (UTT): www.ucas.com/ucas/teacher-training

ABOUT THE COURSE On completion of this course you will be awarded Qualified Teacher Status in addition to the PGCE and Master’s credits. The PGCE programme has consistently received endorsement from Ofsted inspectors for the high standard of our courses. You will experience a combination of school-based activities, lectures, seminars, practical workshops and group work. You will be assigned an adviser to help with any academic, professional and personal concerns. The PGCE is an intensive programme of study that will give you the classroom skills you need in order to be a competent, practical and reflective teacher. You will learn to continually reflect on your practice and develop as a teacher throughout your whole career. The PGCE is based on a strong and active partnership with regional schools, a number of whom we are working with to deliver the PGCE courses through the School Direct route.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE The PGCE programmes run for 38 full weeks. Both routes are practice focused and you will spend 24 weeks based in different types of schools through our distinctive partnership schemes. This school-based experience provides you with the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge and develop skills in planning how to help pupils to learn. This enables you to plan, deliver and evaluate your lessons and what happens in classrooms. Alongside this you will reflect upon how to further improve and become increasingly effective as a teacher. You will be assessed on your competence as a teacher and on the quality of your written coursework. We have no end of year examination. Assessment is jointly undertaken by school-based teachers and UEA lecturers. External examiners are also invited to endorse judgements. Upon graduation from the PGCE, you will have the opportunity to continue your study, part time, towards a full Master of Arts degree (see page 25 for further details).

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Education and Lifelong Learning

RESEARCH DEGREES

RESEARCH AREAS

The School’s research students are drawn from many different countries and cultures, and a wide range of professions and backgrounds, including schools and higher education; educational policy and administration; police, medical and nurse education; music and the visual arts; community and pastoral education; and education for development.

Research in the School is broad in scope and outstanding in quality. We have extensive links with overseas agencies and organisations, and strong working relationships with practitioners, educators and policymakers in all sectors of the education system and other professional fields.

Research degrees involve a programme of independent research under the supervision of academic staff, resulting in a thesis and viva voce examination. The School offers the following research degree programmes: – Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) 3 years full time; 6 years part time. You will be registered directly onto the PhD programme, the first year of which will be considered a probationary period – Master of Philosophy (MPhil) 2 years full time; 4 years part time – Doctorate in Education (EdD) 5 years part time. The EdD programme is intended for individuals who are involved in education, training, and professional development. It has been designed to provide an education in applied research and has been developed to support individuals in their particular (usually work-based) research endeavours – PhD by Publication 6 months part time. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants should have at least a 2:1 degree from a recognised higher education institution and a Master’s degree with an average of 65% in a relevant discipline. The University will take into account the educational experience of applicants. Applications should be made directly to the University, please refer to page 84 for details about how to submit your application and writing your research proposal. For more information on our research degrees and potential supervisors, please see www.uea.ac.uk/edu/research-degrees

Research is organised around a number of research groups, each undertaking work of national and international significance. Each group comprises faculty, research associates, academic visitors, and research students, providing a vibrant and dynamic research culture. There is strong cross group collaborative activity between the groups as well as close collaborations with colleagues in other disciplines and professions. Research groups and their expertise include: RESEARCH IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION – Teaching and learning of mathematics at the post-compulsory level (upper secondary and university mathematics) – Secondary and primary teacher knowledge and beliefs (pedagogical and epistemological) – Social, emotional and cognitive aspects of students’ engagement in the secondary mathematics classroom – Use of technology in the teaching and learning of secondary and university mathematics. LITERACY AND DEVELOPMENT – Adult learning, literacy and sustainable development –A  cademic literacies in higher education and development – Literacy, gender, inequality and social change – Interdisciplinary perspectives and methodologies on adult literacy and development –A  UNESCO Chair in Adult Literacy and Learning for Social Transformation was established in 2016, with a focus on developing an understanding about how adult learning – particularly for women and young people – can address inequalities in the poorest communities of the world. Professor Anna Robinson-Pant is the UNESCO chairholder. HIGHER EDUCATION AND SOCIETY – The academic profession: issues of initial training and professional development, the internationalisation of the academic workforce in the UK, trends in the international circulation of academics

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and consequences on national HE systems, as well as the implications of changing student identities and experience on academic practice – The transformative impact of technology: technology and pedagogical practice, the digital student experience on and off campus, issues of quality, access and equity in distance and open learning – Globalisation and internationalisation of higher education: forms of cooperation and dependencies in post-colonial higher education. Trends in international student mobility and implications for pedagogy. The “Bologna process” in Europe and beyond – Higher education in society: discourses and practice of community engagement. Universities in the local economy, issues related to the studentification of cities. Comparative perspectives on barriers to, participation in, and access routes to higher education. The public roles of higher education: universities and their constituencies in contexts of conflicts and transitions – Student identities and learning cultures: subject identities in mass higher education, HE funding and impacts on student experience and engagement. Learning environments and learning. CRITICAL CULTURAL STUDIES IN EDUCATION – Popular culture, media and public pedagogies – Young people and digital technologies – Food and youth/childhood – Gender and physical culture. SPORT, HEALTH AND EDUCATION RESEARCH – Motivational aspects of sport, health and education – Gender and media in sport, health and education – Coach and teacher education – Health and physical activity in society. The School is one of the leading UK centres for research in the field of professional education, with an international reputation for applied research and evaluation. For further details about the research opportunities within the School, please see: www.uea.ac.uk/edu/research

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International Development

MAKE A CHANGE INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Join a globally renowned department for teaching, research and consultancy on international development. You will not only learn the theory of international development, but you’ll be surrounded by people who are helping policymakers tackle major global challenges such as poverty and environmental sustainability. With students from more than 50 countries, you’ll be joining a friendly, thriving and cosmopolitan department.

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Established in 1973, the School was one of the first in the world to offer degrees in international development. It remains one of the few offering such a wide variety of subjects at undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD level. The School embraces methodological and theoretical innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration and the commitment that our research is of the highest quality and should make a difference. We will provide you with the opportunity to choose what profile of learning you want to undertake and develop, and look forward to welcoming you to the School. EXCELLENCE IN RESEARCH The School’s research performance was judged to be internationally excellent in the last government Research Excellence Framework (REF2014), and is among the top five development studies departments in the country. Our research is on current and topical issues, such as poverty and inequality, globalisation, HIV and AIDS, water and food security, conflict, governance, aid effectiveness and climate change. For more information on our research and research degrees see page 45 and visit: www.uea.ac.uk/devresearch TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT You will benefit from our distinctive teaching and learning experience: with small group teaching methods and workshop formats as well as lectures. Unlike some other universities, all of our staff teach, whether they are lecturers or professors. You are required to complete a combination of compulsory and specialist optional modules. Assessment is usually by essays, team project work, design of policy briefs and presentations, and a dissertation.

THEORY AND PRACTICE-LED TEACHING Your lecturers work in international development – they share the same concerns you have – they work to address social inequality, environmental sustainability and economic poverty. As well as benefiting from their research, you will have access to lecturers who practise short and long term advisory and advocacy work and training. It means all your learning will be drawn from practice as well as theory. You’ll be there to see international development solutions as they are being made. Our staff’s first-hand experience with development research and projects feeds directly into teaching and learning. We also have a unique partnership with International Development UEA, a centre within the School that has pioneered research, training and consultancy in international development for more than 40 years. www.uea.ac.uk/dev/co PROFESSIONAL SKILLS TRAINING You will develop knowledge and skills to undertake research, to summarise and synthesise materials, to evaluate evidence and to write reports and policy briefs. You will also get access to our practice-based training workshops where you will develop professional skills such as project design and proposal writing for NGOs, project management, financial management, advocacy work and the use of social media as a powerful communication tool. Go further and take advantage of our specialised professional skills training in areas including humanitarian assistance, geographical information systems and film-making.

PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP You can choose to go on a professional internship during your Master’s degree between the months of June and August. This is your chance to gain valuable experience with UK, European or international organisations working in areas including community development, environment, health or education. You can choose to use your internship either in addition to your credit bearing modules or as part of an entire 40 credit module called Development Work Placement. If you choose this option you’ll produce an Internship Analytical Report to reflect critically on your time in the placement. You will get support throughout your placement and access to our database with details of internship opportunities. We are developing relationships with new organisations all the time. EMPLOYABILITY You will join our annual Working in Development Forum which brings together UEA students and people working in the field of international development. This event provides our Master’s students with an excellent opportunity for networking and learning about different job opportunities in the development sector. You can also access advice and training in CV preparation and interview skills. www.uea.ac.uk/careers PRIZEWINNING The School has been awarded the prestigious Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education for research on global development. This award, given to those who can demonstrate outstanding work at a world-class level, recognises our four decades of work in some of the world’s poorest countries.

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MA AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: September

Get cutting-edge insights and skills as you learn about the links between agriculture and rural development.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a 2:1 degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Relevant work experience will also be taken into account. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE The MA Agriculture and Rural Development was founded in 1978 in response to the persistence of rural poverty in low-income countries. Much has changed since then, including rapid urbanisation, diversification of livelihoods, and advances in biotechnology. However, the majority of the world’s poorest people still live in rural areas and face difficult conditions, including inequality of resource access, land degradation, poor market access, and natural disasters. More recent challenges include HIV/AIDS, climate change, and the globalisation of commodity chains. On this Master’s, you will learn about current trends and problems, as well as the practical initiatives that attempt to lift people out of poverty. You will explore contemporary theoretical perspectives, as well as current issues and policy applications. Get to know the dynamic interactions between local livelihoods in rural areas and globalised agriculture, and how these are mediated by rural policy and politics. Your learning will have an emphasis on the ‘sustainable livelihoods approach’ which has become a popular framework for analysing the causes of rural poverty and for finding ways it can be alleviated. At the same time, you’ll get to grips with rural policy and politics, and

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local/global connections in agriculture and rural development. WHO IS THE COURSE FOR? Apply for this course if you want a career in a rural development profession. Follow our former graduates into work for governments, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), supranational institutions, private businesses and universities. To succeed on this course you should have a good UK honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant discipline. We will consider relevant work experience as an alternative. YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory module: – Rural Livelihoods and Agrarian Change. Optional module examples: – Development Perspectives – Econometric Methods for Development – Gender Concepts for Development – Governance, Democracy and Development – Introduction to Education and Development – Introduction to Social Development – Microeconomics of Development – Quantitative Methods for Development – Research Techniques and Analysis – Understanding Global Environmental Change. Semester 2 Compulsory modules: – Globalised Agriculture and Food Systems – Rural Policies and Politics – Dissertation or Work Placement. Optional module examples: – Conflict, Civil Wars and Peace

– Contemporary World Development – Educational Policy and Practice in Development – Environmental Economics for Development – Gender, Difference and Social Policy – Globalisation, Business and Development – Health and Development – International Economic Policy – Macroeconomics of Development – Political Ecology of Environment and Development – Advanced Qualitative Research and Analysis – Tools and Skills in Environment and Development. Other optional modules may be chosen from the range offered by the School of International Development. In keeping with the practical orientation of the course, you are advised to select at least one of the following modules on methods of obtaining and working with evidence on development: – Research Techniques and Analysis – Advanced Qualitative Research and Analysis – Econometric Methods for Development – Tools and Skills in Environment and Development.

“I chose to study at UEA because of its fantastic reputation amongst students, academics and those who work in the field of development – and it did not disappoint.” BECKY FORECAST, MA DEVELOPMENT STUDIES GRADUATE

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MA CONFLICT, GOVERNANCE AND INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: September

Sustainable peace, ‘good governance’ and stable democracy are key items on the international development agenda, yet they can be notoriously difficult to achieve. You will graduate from this MA ready to contribute to crucial debates about the challenges of international political development goals.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a 2:1 degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Relevant work experience will also be taken into account. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE On this MA, your focus will be on the political development goals of sustainable peace, ‘good governance’ and stable democracy. Drawing on different theoretical approaches and empirical examples, you will critically assess alternative (and often competing) suggestions for establishing peace and inclusive, durable democracies in developing countries. Key topics on the course include definitions, causes and consequences of democracy as well as the origins and possible solutions of violent intrastate conflicts. The MA Conflict, Governance and International Development uses a unique interdisciplinary approach which is grounded in the awareness that it is extremely difficult to meet international development targets in states experiencing endemic political instability, violent civil conflict, gross human rights abuses and acute crises of governance. In addition to core modules covering issues of conflict, governance and development perspectives, you will also be able to choose from a range of optional modules

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covering topics such as: contemporary world development; international economic policy; media and international development; perspectives on globalisation; and water security for development. WHO IS THE COURSE FOR? Apply if you are keen to expand on a previous degree or if you have experience in fields such as conflict prevention and resolution, elections and civic education, human rights, humanitarian assistance, governance, natural disaster relief and state capacity building. To succeed on this course, your previous degree should be from a social science discipline such as anthropology, geography, international relations, political science or sociology. YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory modules: – Development Perspectives – Governance, Democracy and Development.

Semester 2 Compulsory modules: – Conflict, Civil Wars and Peace – Dissertation. Optional module examples: – International Security – Contemporary World Development – Educational Policy and Practice in Development – Environmental Economics for Development – Globalised Agriculture and Food Systems – Gender, Difference and Social Policy – Globalisation, Business and Development – Health and Development – International Economic Policy – Macroeconomics of Development – Political Ecology of Environment and Development – Rural Policies and Politics – Advanced Qualitative Research and Analysis – Tools and Skills in Environment and Development.

Optional module examples: – International Organisations – Gender Concepts for Development – Rural Livelihoods and Agrarian Change – Introduction to Education and Development – Introduction to Social Development – Microeconomics of Development – Quantitative Methods for Development – Research Techniques and Analysis – Understanding Global Environmental Change.

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MSc DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: September

You will apply rigorous economic analyses to real-world problems, such as poverty and underdevelopment, to identify effective policies for international development.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a 2:1 degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Relevant work experience will also be taken into account. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE Employers like the World Bank, IMF, DFID, Oxfam, Action Aid and WIDER increasingly recognise that the study of economic development today requires an approach that is analytically rigorous and focused on problem and policy. This MSc gives you a solid foundation in contemporary development economics that is distinct in its approach. You will learn through integrated methods, research findings and new insights from behavioural and experimental economics. Unlike traditional development economics courses, you will acquire a more subtle understanding of development processes and more realistic policy analyses. Take advantage of the School’s MSc in Impact Evaluation by taking its two core modules as options. While your core learning will be with specialised development economists, you will be studying within the School of International Development. This gives you the option of modules from across the entire School. You can choose to learn from political scientists, anthropologists, specialists on media, natural resource, gender and education.

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You will graduate with excellent career prospects. You will be equipped to join other graduates in development and non-development organisations, including NGOs, government ministries, international organisations, universities, and the private sector. If you want to continue your research, the MSc gives you the skills necessary to undertake a PhD in development economics. WHO IS THE COURSE FOR? You will have an undergraduate degree in economics or equivalent that covered microeconomics, macroeconomics and quantitative methods. YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory modules: – Econometric Methods for Development – Microeconomics for Development. Optional module examples: – Welfare and Evaluation in Development – Development Perspectives – Gender Concepts for Development – Governance, Democracy and Development – Rural Livelihoods and Agrarian Change – Introduction to Social Development – Research Techniques and Analysis – Understanding Global Environmental Change.

Semester 2 Compulsory modules: – Macroeconomics for Development – International Economic Policy – Dissertation. Optional module examples: – Applied Methods in Impact Evaluation – Conflict, Civil Wars and Peace – Contemporary World Development – Educational Policy and Practice in Development – Globalised Agriculture and Food Systems – Gender, Difference and Social Policy – Globalisation, Business and Development – Health and Development – Political Ecology of Environment and Development – Rural Policies and Politics – Advanced Qualitative Research and Analysis – Tools and Skills in Environment and Development.

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MSc IMPACT EVALUATION FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: September

Discover why impact evaluation has become such an important tool and learn how it is applied in development research and policymaking. Examine multi and bilateral donor agencies and developing country governments – and learn why they are so widely committed to funding and utilising high-quality impact evaluation evidence.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a 2:1 degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Relevant work experience will also be taken into account. Basic statistics skills are essential. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE Successful evidence-based policy relies on knowing who benefits from interventions, by how much, why, and under what circumstances. It is also important to appreciate the costs and benefits of interventions and evaluations. On this degree, you will learn the skills in the basics of modern evidence-based policy and impact evaluation. You will study the contexts and practices of evaluation, research design and data production for evaluation. You will graduate able to tackle advanced methods of quantitative and qualitative analysis. Teaching materials are drawn from the development literature and iconic impact evaluation case studies. WHO IS THE COURSE FOR? Apply if you are interested in designing and implementing development projects and programmes. It is also for you if you want to research development effectiveness, and are keen to develop your skills for high-quality rigorous impact evaluation. Perhaps you are already a policymaker, non-governmental official or research institute staff. If so, this course is for you if you need the

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skills to conduct high quality impact evaluations and to ensure that your results can be applied and reproduced.

– Gender Difference and Social Policy – Educational Policy and Practice in Development – Health and Development – Rural Policies and Politics – Political Ecology of Environment and Development – Tools and Skills in Environment and Development.

YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory modules: – Welfare and Evaluation for Development – Econometric Methods for Development. Optional module examples: – Microeconomics for Development – Research Techniques and Analysis – Introduction to Social Development – Governance Democracy and Development – Gender Concepts for Development – Rural Livelihoods and Agrarian Change – Introduction to Education and Development – Understanding Global Environmental Change –C  limate Change and Development 1: Science, Impacts and Adaptation – Corporate Social Responsibility in a Global Context. Semester 2 Compulsory modules: – Applied Methods for Impact Evaluation – Dissertation. Optional module examples: – Climate Change and Development 2: Governance, Policy and Society – Macroeconomics of Development – Globalisation, Business and Development – International Economic Policy – Advanced Qualitative Research and Analysis – Conflict, Civil Wars and Peace

FEES AND FUNDING

Details of our tuition fees and scholarships can be found on the fees and funding sections of the course profiles at: www.uea.ac.uk/dev/pgt www.uea.ac.uk/study/pgt/scholarships

You may also choose modules from the range offered by the School of International Development.

“This course provided me with analytical skills and a broad range of techniques and tools which I have been able to directly apply in my current job. I would highly recommend this course to students who want to gain applicable skills and tools which a rapidly growing number of employers in the development sector are looking for.” TIINA PASANEN, RESEARCH OFFICER, OVERSEAS DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE

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MA INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: September

The field of international development has undergone important shifts in recent years. New forms of co-operation are emerging in areas such as poverty reduction, regional development, environmental protection, health, human rights, and education. On this MA, you will get to understand the design and impacts of these initiatives, as well as the links between them.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a 2:1 degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Relevant work experience will also be taken into account. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements.

ABOUT THE COURSE Study the key issues in development, combining a history of the field, an analysis of major theoretical perspectives, and an examination of practical, policy-oriented and grassroots approaches. Get to grips with different understandings of development and underdevelopment, poverty, participation, NGOs, governance, technological change, and globalisation. WHO IS THE COURSE FOR? Apply if you have recently completed undergraduate study or have already had work experience, whether in the field of development or in other fields. We do not require specialised prior study in international development – only a keen interest in the field. You will need either an undergraduate degree or a good level of work experience, but not necessarily in this area. Your undergraduate experience should be in a related area of social science, such as anthropology, sociology, geography, political science, or economics, but also other disciplinary backgrounds will be taken into consideration. The course aims to prepare students for employment in a wide range of areas, including non-governmental organisations, government aid agencies, and multi-lateral organisations. YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory module: – Development Perspectives. Optional module examples: – Gender Concepts for Development – Governance, Democracy and Development

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– Rural Livelihoods and Agrarian Change – Introduction to Education for Development – Social Analysis for International Development – Media and International Development – Microeconomics of Development – Perspectives on Globalisation – Econometric Methods for Development – Research Techniques and Analysis – Understanding Global Environmental Change – Climate Change and Development 1: Science, Impacts and Adaptation. Semester 2 Compulsory modules: – Contemporary World Development – Dissertation. Optional module examples: – Climate Change and Development 2: Governance, Policy and Society – Conflict, Civil Wars and Peace – Educational Policy and Practice in Development – Gender, Difference and Social Policy – Globalisation, Business and Development – Health and Development – International Economic Policy – Macroeconomics of Development – Political Ecology of Environment and Development – Rural Policies and Politics – Advanced Qualitative Research and Analysis – Tools and Skills in Environment and Development. You may also be able to choose modules from the range offered by the School of International Development.

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MA EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: September

Education is viewed as one of the most effective means to enhance human and social development and to contribute to poverty reduction. In recent years development policy has focused attention on increasing educational access for disadvantaged groups and increasing the quality of educational provision.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a 2:1 degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Relevant work experience will also be taken into account. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE On this course you will explore ways that education can contribute to the development process, both theoretically and empirically, from a variety of perspectives – including human rights, social and human development, and human capital. Understand current debates, and their implications for national and international education strategies. By doing this, you will locate educational debates within a wider development perspective. Topics in the core modules include current challenges of education and development, including linguistic and cultural diversity, the education of nomads and other migratory groups, and responses to conflict and violence, HIV/AIDS, child labour, gender inequality and questions of social inclusion. You will also study international and national policies and practices, giving you the capacity to contribute to policy design for educational analysis and development.

WHO IS THE COURSE FOR? Apply if you have an interest in working in the field of education and development. You might already have experience in educational settings, but this is not essential. Your undergraduate expertise should be in a related area of social science, such as education, anthropology, sociology, geography, political science or economics, but also other disciplinary backgrounds will be taken into consideration. The course prepares you for employment in a range of areas, including educational policy and programming in developing countries, government departments, and national and international development agencies and for doctoral study.

Semester 2 Compulsory modules: – Educational Policy and Practice in Development – Dissertation. Optional module examples: – Conflict, Civil Wars and Peace – Contemporary World Development – Environmental Economics for Development – Globalised Agriculture and Food Systems – Gender, Difference and Social Policy – Globalisation, Business and Development – Health and Development – International Economic Policy – Macroeconomics of Development – Political Ecology of Environment and Development – Rural Policies and Politics – Advanced Qualitative Research and Analysis – Tools and Skills in Environment and Development.

YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory module: – Introduction to Education and Development. Optional module examples: – Development Perspectives – Gender Concepts for Development – Governance, Democracy and Development – Rural Livelihoods and Agrarian Change – Introduction to Social Development –M  ethodologies for Education Research and Evaluation – Microeconomics of Development – Quantitative Methods for Development – Research Techniques and Analysis – Understanding Global Environmental Change.

You can also choose from other optional modules offered by the School of International Development.

“I was thoroughly impressed with the whole course, from the diverse range of extremely well-organised and presented academic modules, to the practical group-based workshops offered.” LAURA BILSTON, MA EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT GRADUATE

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FEES AND FUNDING

Details of our tuition fees and scholarships can be found on the fees and funding sections of the course profiles at: www.uea.ac.uk/dev/pgt www.uea.ac.uk/study/pgt/scholarships

HOW TO APPLY

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MA GENDER ANALYSIS IN INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: September

On this course, you will engage critically with the gendered nature of development thinking, policy and practice. Develop a strong theoretical grounding in analysis of gender relations and use this to critically approach the problem of development.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a 2:1 degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Relevant work experience will also be taken into account. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE Women are persistently disadvantaged relative to men: in politics, the economy and social welfare. This programme was set up in 1990, in response to the persistence of gender inequalities across development sectors, whether employment, education or health. Despite a great deal of policy change, programming and activism, and the rapid growth in the participation of women in the labour force since then, new problems and vulnerabilities have emerged.

“My experience on the MA has given me enormous confidence in analysing the many links between gender and development. This makes a big difference in my work with international agencies such as DFID and USAID here in Bangladesh.” TAHMINA RAHMAN, MA GENDER ANALYSIS IN INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT GRADUATE

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WHO IS THE COURSE FOR? The course is designed for people who want to work in a range of development sectors and professions. Join our former graduates who are already working throughout the world in governments, non-governmental organisations, and national and international development agencies. Alternatively, you might choose to continue to study for a research degree. The course is designed both for recent graduates with a relevant undergraduate degree in a social science, such as sociology, anthropology, geography or political science, or a cognate discipline, as well as those who have some practical work experience in the field of development. YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory modules: – Gender Concepts for Development – Social Analysis for International Development or Rural Livelihoods and Agrarian Change. Optional module examples: – Development Perspectives – Governance, Democracy and Development – Introduction to Education and Development – Microeconomics of Development – Econometric Methods for Development – Research Techniques and Analysis* – Understanding Global Environmental Change – Perspectives on Globalisation – Climate Change and Development 1: Science, Impacts and Adaptation – Media and International Development – Gender Concepts for Development – Social Analysis for International Development – Media and International Development.

Semester 2 Compulsory modules: – Gender, Diversity and Social Development – Dissertation. Optional module examples: –C  limate Change and Development 2: Governance, Policy and Society – Advanced Qualitative Research and Analysis* – Rural Policies and Politics – Conflict, Civil Wars and Peace – Contemporary World Development –E  ducational Policy and Practice in Development – Environmental Economics for Development – Globalisation, Business and Development – Health and Development – International Economic Policy – Macroeconomics of Development –P  olitical Ecology of Environment and Development –T  ools and Skills in Environment and Development. You can also choose from other optional modules offered by the School of International Development. *You will definitely study a methods module: either Research Techniques and Analysis in Semester 1 or Advanced Qualitative Research and Analysis in Semester 2.

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MA GLOBALISATION, BUSINESS AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: September

Examine the global impacts of business through environmental, economic, political and anthropological perspectives. You will learn interdisciplinary perspectives on social justice and natural resource stewardship, business ethics, the socio-cultural implications of rapid economic change and the social and political conflicts associated with globalisation.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a 2:1 degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Relevant work experience will also be taken into account. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE You will explore key questions in development, such as: – How can we critically evaluate emergent trends such as fairtrade, social entrepreneurship, corporate social responsibility and sustainable consumption? – What are the socio-cultural, political, economic and environmental impacts of industrial activity? – What is the role of the state, the private sector and civil society in delivering public goods and sustainable development in an increasingly interconnected world? – What are the implications of globalisation for local, national and global institutions that manage and engage with processes of socio-economic and environmental change?

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WHO IS THE COURSE FOR? Apply if you want a better understanding of the implications of globalisation for economic, social and environmental change and the role of global business in delivering or hindering sustainable development. Applicants with a good undergraduate degree from any discipline will be considered. The course aims to prepare students for employment in a wide range of areas, including the private sector, non-governmental organisations, national and international development agencies and government departments. Some students continue to study for research degrees. YOUR MODULES Compulsory modules: – Perspectives on Globalisation – Globalisation, Business and Development – Dissertation.

Semester 2 Optional module examples: – Climate Change and Development 2: Governance, Policy and Society – Globalised Agriculture and Food Systems – Contemporary World Development – Conflict, Civil Wars and Peace – International Economic Policy – Educational Policy and Practice in Development – Gender, Difference and Social Policy – Health and Development – Rural Policies and Politics – Advanced Qualitative Research and Analysis – Political Ecology of Environment and Development. You can also choose from other optional modules offered by the School of International Development.

Semester 1 Optional module examples: – Media and International Development – Gender Concepts for Development – Social Analysis for International Development – Governance, Democracy and Development – Development Perspectives – Rural Livelihoods and Agrarian Change – Microeconomics of Development – Understanding Global Environmental Change – Research Techniques and Analysis.

FEES AND FUNDING

Details of our tuition fees and scholarships can be found on the fees and funding sections of the course profiles at: www.uea.ac.uk/dev/pgt www.uea.ac.uk/study/pgt/scholarships

HOW TO APPLY

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MA INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: September

Development goes far beyond economic growth, to encompass broader human and social dimensions. Social development has become a leading focus in international development policy and many international agencies have their own departments or divisions of social development, as well as specifically employing professionals with recognised competence in social development.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a 2:1 degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Relevant work experience will also be taken into account.

project design and policy levels. You could join graduates who are already working throughout the world in governments and non-governmental organisations.

International students should refer to our website for English language requirements.

It’s likely that you have experience of working in development and wish to develop your knowledge and social analysis skills further. Or you may be a recent graduate with a degree in a social science, such as sociology, anthropology, geography or political science, or a cognate discipline.

ABOUT THE COURSE On this course you will study combined theoretical perspectives with more practical and policy-focused approaches. Learn key concepts to undertake analysis of social development and social change; and apply this social analysis to development policy, practice and interventions. The learning provides understanding of the effects of development interventions, and alternative approaches to social development. Get a better understanding of social change, and vulnerability, poverty, social exclusion, gender relations and social protection. You will pay particular attention to issues such as social equality and wellbeing, education, migration, health provision and policy, the implications of the HIV/AIDS pandemic and the role of civil society. This is also an opportunity for you to learn development practice/ management skills, and to take an internship in the summer semester, with an extension for your dissertation. WHO IS THE COURSE FOR? This course prepares you for work in a range of development contexts, sectors and professions, from community and grassroots level to the

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You will graduate from the course fully equipped to study for a research degree. YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory module: – Social Analysis for International Development. Optional module examples: – Media and International Development – Development Perspectives – Governance, Democracy and Development – Introduction to Education and Development – Welfare and Evaluation for Development – Microeconomics of Development – Research Techniques and Analysis – Understanding Global Environmental Change – Perspectives on Globalisation – Climate Change and Development 1: Science, Impacts and Adaptation – Gender Concepts for Development – Rural Livelihoods and Agrarian Change.

Semester 2 Compulsory modules: – Gender, Diversity and Social Development – Educational Policy and Practice in Development or Health and Development – Dissertation. Optional module examples: – Climate Change and Development 2: Governance, Policy and Society – Rural Policies and Politics – Advanced Qualitative Research and Analysis – Conflict, Civil Wars and Peace – Contemporary World Development – Environmental Economics for Development – Globalisation, Business and Development – International Economic Policy – Macroeconomics of Development – Political Ecology of Environment and Development – Tools and Skills in Environment and Development. You can also choose from other optional modules offered by the School of International Development.

“Thanks for the care and support and excellent teaching you gave me. I am ever more appreciative of the particular emphasis UEA put on student experience and support.” EVIE BROWNE, MA INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT GRADUATE

International Development

MA MEDIA AND INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: September

Study current theories, practice and research about the relationship between media and development. Through a study of both theory and practice in specialised media and development modules, you will focus on communication for development and international coverage of development and developing countries, as well as issues such as the role of media in governance, conflict and environmental change.

“I am applying what I studied at UEA to my job, especially with regards to communication for development. When I am working I remember our classes and smile.” DAISY SEREM, ASSISTANT COMMUNICATION OFFICER, UNICEF NAIROBI

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a 2:1 degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Relevant work experience will also be taken into account. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE You will get the opportunity to work with one of a range of clients to design, implement and evaluate a media and development related project. Media and international development provides students with theoretical frameworks for critically understanding the broad range of issues relevant to the relationship between media and development. You will have the choice of a work experience placement relevant to media and development as an alternative to writing a conventional dissertation. You will graduate ready to join former students in a range of fields including journalism, humanitarian communication, NGO communications, media development, development communication and academia. WHO IS THE COURSE FOR? Even if your undergraduate degree is not in media or a related social science, this course is for you if you want to develop your interest in media and international development into a career or future research.

YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory modules: – Media and Society – Media and International Development. Optional module examples: – Introduction to Education and Development – Introduction to Social Development – Research Techniques and Analysis – Understanding Global Environmental Change – Analysing Media Discourses. Semester 2 Compulsory module: – Dissertation or Work Placement. Optional module examples: – Media and Development in Practice (recommended) – Conflict, Civil Wars and Peace – Educational Policy and Practice in Development – Gender, Difference and Social Policy – Globalisation, Business and Development – Health and Development – Political Ecology of Environment and Development – Tools and Skills in Environment and Development – Politics and Mass Media – Effects, Audiences and the Media. You can also choose from other optional modules offered by the School of International Development.

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FEES AND FUNDING

Details of our tuition fees and scholarships can be found on the fees and funding sections of the course profiles at: www.uea.ac.uk/dev/pgt www.uea.ac.uk/study/pgt/scholarships

HOW TO APPLY

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MSc CLIMATE CHANGE AND INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: September

The implications of climate change for international development are profound. This course, the first of its kind, integrates natural and social science understandings of climate change issues through an international development perspective.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a 2:1 degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Relevant work experience will also be taken into account. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE You will learn from existing and ongoing research and applied work at the School of International Development and the Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research. Study global and local dimensions of both mitigation and adaptation in resource-poor and vulnerable settings. www.tyndall.ac.uk You will be taught by world–leading experts in the field of climate and development, covering both theory and applications. The course will provide a framework for understanding climate policies at different scales and the interplay of various actors and stakeholders in climate change. Engage with case study examples to explore policy outcomes at different levels. Study the application of innovative methods relevant to mitigation and adaptation practice. The approach is interdisciplinary and will give you a fully integrated perspective on climate change and development. WHO IS THE COURSE FOR? Apply if you are already working in development and climate change policy and practice, and you want to deepen your understanding of linkages between the

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two. You may have existing experience in development, and can see that climate change brings additional dimensions to your work.

– Research Techniques and Analysis – Water Security for Development: Theory and Concepts.

You will develop conceptual understanding of climate change and underlying processes that mediate environment and development and to impart specific knowledge and skills relevant to addressing climate change concerns across society.

Semester 2 Optional module examples: – Conflict, Civil Wars and Peace – Contemporary World Development – Educational Policy and Practice in Development – Globalised Agriculture and Food Systems – Gender, Difference and Social Policy – Globalisation, Industrialisation and Development – Health and Development – Political Ecology of Environment and Development – Rural Policies and Politics – Water Security for Development: Tools and Policy.

You should have a good academic background in a related field (natural or social sciences), or significant professional experience in an agency involved in environment and development issues. YOUR MODULES Compulsory modules: – Climate Change and Development 1: Science, Impacts and Adaptation – Climate Change and Development 2: Governance, Policy and Society – Understanding Global Environmental Change or Tools and Skills in Environment and Development – Dissertation or Work Placement. Semester 1 Optional module examples: – Climate Change: Physical Science Basis – Development Perspectives – Gender Concepts for Development – Governance, Democracy and Development – Rural Livelihoods and Agrarian Change – Introduction to Education and Development – Introduction to Social Development

Other optional modules may be chosen from the range offered by the School of International Development.

“I was impressed by the interdisciplinary nature of teaching – even being able to take classes from top climate change experts in the School of Environmental Sciences.” ROBBIE BLAKE, MSc CLIMATE CHANGE AND INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT GRADUATE

International Development

MSc ENVIRONMENT AND INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: September

Interest in the global environment and development has never been so intense. Environmental issues and problems have been on local and national agendas for a long time, but now, over the last 30 years, they are on international agendas too.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a 2:1 degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Relevant work experience will also be taken into account. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE All environmental issues derive from natural processes, but at the same time, they are social and political. On this course, you will study the interaction between environment and development through analysing policy processes at local, national and international level. Explore how these developments are played out by a large cast of actors: policymakers; politicians; business administrators; non-governmental

“I arrived at UEA with a background in wildlife conservation, but lacked experience in the critical counter-weight area to this, human development. The course structure of the programme provided me with a holistic understanding of environmental change and international policy.” CHRIS HAKES, MSc ENVIRONMENT AND INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT GRADUATE

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organisations; and rural and urban resource users. Using a wide range of critical and constructive skills, analytical techniques and contextual knowledge, you will learn to understand these processes. WHO IS THE COURSE FOR? You may be a professional with some background in development or environmental management, wanting to improve and broaden your knowledge of links between environment and international development. Or you may have recently completed undergraduate study and are ready to build on and apply your learning in this area. You will be building on your good academic background in a related field (natural or social sciences), or significant professional experience in any type of agency involved in environment and development issues. If you don’t have a directly related undergraduate degree, we will look for evidence of a strong interest in environment and development issues in your application. YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory modules: – Understanding Global Environmental Change – Research Techniques and Analysis. Optional module examples: – Media and International Development – Climate Change and Development 1: Science, Impacts and Adaptation – Development Perspectives – Econometric Methods for Development – Gender Concepts for Development – Governance, Democracy and Development

FEES AND FUNDING

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– Rural Livelihoods and Agrarian Change – Introduction to Education for Development – Microeconomics of Development – Perspectives on Globalisation –W  ater Security for Development: Theory and Concepts. Semester 2 Compulsory modules: – Political Ecology of Environment and Development – Tools and Skills in Environment and Development – Dissertation or Work Placement. Optional module examples: –C  limate Change and Development 2: Governance, Policy and Society – Conflict, Civil Wars and Peace – Contemporary World Development –E  ducational Policy and Practice in Development – Gender, Difference and Social Policy – Globalisation, Business and Development – Health and Development – International Economic Policy – Macroeconomics of Development – Rural Policies and Politics – Water Security for Development: Tools and Policy. You can also choose from other optional modules offered by the School of International Development.

HOW TO APPLY

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MSc WATER SECURITY AND INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: September

Inextricably linked to people’s welfare and livelihoods, water is a resource at the very core of environmental and development concerns.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a 2:1 degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Relevant work experience will also be taken into account. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE Learn to critically reflect on the practical and theoretical facets of ‘water security’ and develop a better foundation for achieving developmental and environmental objectives. The programme interprets water security in its broad political ecology and political economy sense. You will see how the hydrological cycle intimately connects to critical global policy concerns: climate change, food trade and food security, energy security and in turn to the international co-operation that affects human, community, regional and state security. After studying on this flagship degree of the UEA Water Security Research Centre, you will graduate ready to engage with and contribute to societal responses to critical global water policy issues. Our work with Oxfam, WaterAid, ODI, DFID and many others both informs our teaching, and serves to extend your networks. You will be part of a centre that branches across other Schools at UEA (especially the Schools of Environmental Sciences and Biological Sciences), and is driven by active and experienced interdisciplinary researchers engaged in policy formulation and consulting.

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WHO IS THE COURSE FOR? This course prepares you for a career in a wide range of areas, including non-governmental organisations, government aid agencies, and multilateral organisations. You should apply if you have recently completed an undergraduate degree or if you have already worked in the field of development. You don’t need to have specialised prior study, but you might have an environmental undergraduate degree such as geology, geography or environmental science. If your background is related to the environment, for instance in political sciences, sociology or law, or with practical experience in development work, you are also strongly encouraged to apply. Graduate with the knowledge and tools to be able to understand and audit the water security of nations, regions, companies, sectors, schemes or households. Further your development and find field work opportunities through the Water Security Research Centre’s specialist knowledge in the social and biophysical aspects of water resources.

Optional module examples: – Climate Change and Development 2: Governance, Policy and Society – Advanced Qualitative Research and Analysis – Agri-Food in Action – Catchment Water Resources – Climate Change Policy for Development – Conflict, Civil Wars and Peace – Natural Resources and Environmental Economics – Globalised Agriculture and Food Systems – Political Ecology of Environment and Development – Rural Policies and Politics – Rural Livelihoods and Agrarian Change – Research Techniques and Analysis – Sustainable Consumption – Tools and Skills in Environment and Development – Understanding Global Environmental Change. You can also choose from other optional modules offered by the School of International Development.

YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory module: – Water Security for Development: Theory and Concepts. Optional module examples: – Development Perspectives – Understanding Global Environmental Change – Climate Change and Development 1: Science, Impacts and Adaptation – Hydrology/Hydrogeology.

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Semester 2 Compulsory modules: – Water Security for Development: Tools and Policy – Dissertation or Work Placement.

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FEES AND FUNDING

Details of our tuition fees and scholarships can be found on the fees and funding sections of the course profiles at: www.uea.ac.uk/dev/pgt www.uea.ac.uk/study/pgt/scholarships

HOW TO APPLY

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International Development

RESEARCH DEGREES The results of the Research Excellence Framework (REF2014) rank the School of International Development fourth (Times Higher Education) in the country for overall research, with 74% of our research ranked world-leading or internationally excellent. The School of International Development at UEA embraces methodological and theoretical innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration and a commitment that our research should make a difference. The School is a single university department, one of the oldest and largest in the country, dedicated to the study of development. With over 45 academic staff, we support interdisciplinary research across environmental and natural sciences, economics and social and political sciences. The School, together with our own company International Development UEA, engages in various forms of research work as well as policy engagement. We hold research funding from UK and international research councils, government departments, charities and NGOs, and multi and bilateral donors. As a postgraduate student, you will become an integral feature of the School’s teaching and research culture. Join our cohort of PhD students from 50 countries and all six continents, and immerse yourself in the culture that gives us our international reputation. Choose from a range of full-time, part-time and flexible research programmes designed to meet the needs of students at varying stages of their careers, and in varying circumstances. The School offers the following research degree programmes: – PhD: 3 years full time; 6 years part time – MPhil: 2 years full time; 4 years part time

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RESEARCH AREAS Research in the School addresses contemporary challenges in developing economies via disciplinary and interdisciplinary approaches. Research is organised into three main areas each comprising of research themes, which are all underpinned by research funding, research students and active research collaboration both within and outside the School. Many staff will belong to one or more of the research areas. SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT – Climate Change – Global Environmental Justice – Water Security.

You will be registered directly onto the PhD programme, the first year of which will be considered a probationary period. You will be expected to have gained a good taught Master’s qualification, including minimally having satisfactorily concluded a taught module on research methods or the equivalent in research experience. You are required to present a focused research proposal to the School as part of the application process. You are also required to submit a piece of written work in the form of a published article, Master’s dissertation, or essay. A small number

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT – Behavioural and Experimental Economics – Impact Evaluation – Globalisation and Corporate Social Responsibility – The State, Governance and Conflict.

The prominence and activity of these themes change over time, reflecting the dynamic nature of the School and the changing external research environment. Research is also conducted across the University such as the AIDS and Development Group (Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences); the Literacy and Development Research Group (School of Education and Lifelong Learning); and the International Development Research Programme of the

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Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research. The School and International Development UEA also support Research Associates, Fellows and Post-Docs and the Social Action Research Centre (researching disability) and the Commonwealth Broadcasting Association (working on media and development). CROSS-CUTTING AND AREA DISCUSSION GROUPS Join one of the many cross-cutting discussion groups on issues such as global environmental justice, impact evaluation, ecosystem services and poverty alleviation and social identities, institutions and justice. Some groups adopt a geographic area approach, reflecting staff and postgraduate student interests that cut across the three research areas. Recent examples of this are the South Asian Research Group and the Latin America Discussion Group. Find out more about the research undertaken in the School at: www.uea.ac.uk/devresearch

SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT – Gender – Education – Health and Disease – Life Course, Migration and Wellbeing.

Registration: October

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of highly competitive studentships are awarded through the University.

RESEARCH CENTRES INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT UEA International Development UEA is a not-for-profit centre, which manages the School’s research, consultancy and external training commitments. Academic staff spend up to a third of their time on research funded by UK and international research bodies, and/or overseas consultancy work. This close bond between the School and the charitable centre helps to ensure that both you and the staff around you are engaged with the key issues relevant to international development today. Academic staff often work on issues at the forefront of development research and by combining teaching with research and professional practice, they can give you up-to-date knowledge that draws on the best of current theory and applied practice. www.uea.ac.uk/dev/co

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We are renowned for the high quality of our courses and internationally recognised research, while providing a fantastic, student-focused experience. We are ranked in the top 10 law departments in the UK (2017 Guardian League Table) and received an overall satisfaction score of 98% in the 2015 National Student Survey, placing us first for overall satisfaction and second for teaching out of all English mainstream university law departments.

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WHY YOU’LL LOVE OUR LAW SCHOOL Come and study at UEA Law School and you will be joining a School which excels in its dedication to offer intellectually diverse, varied and stimulating courses, supported by a wide ranging selection of modules. We place significant emphasis on choice, building your confidence, maximising your employability and developing adaptable transferable skills. We are based on UEA campus grounds in the inspirational Earlham Hall, a grand historic country house newly refurbished for the 21st century. GREAT LEAGUE TABLE RESULTS You’ll be joining a leading law school which is ranked as one of the top 10 law departments in the UK (2017 Guardian League Table) and which scored 98% for student satisfaction in the 2015 National Student Survey. OUTSTANDING OPPORTUNITIES We believe practical experience is extremely valuable for our students and we are in the process of developing a programme of opportunities tailored more specifically to the needs of our postgraduate students. For example, we already have a number of opportunities based on top performance in subjects and local placements in Bangkok for our top Thai students. In the meantime, you can apply for one of more than 50 existing internship placements and attend careers panels, commercial awareness workshops, mock job interviews, an annual law careers fair and many other events organised by UEA Law School and the Careers Service for law students. INTERNATIONAL SPECIALISTS IN A PERSONAL TEACHING ENVIRONMENT We believe small group teaching at postgraduate level is important and aim to keep student numbers low, offering you an unparalleled personal teaching environment with access to our team of international specialists drawn from academia and practice.

SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT You will have your own academic adviser and the compulsory induction module – Postgraduate Legal Skills and Research – is aimed at assisting you in developing a number of core legal study skills needed during the LLM and beyond. We also provide a specialist Integrated Law Language Programme in the first semester to help those students whose first language is not English in understanding and using legal English.

own special purpose with foundational modules designed to give you a proper basis for learning and studying in your chosen area. Whatever your aims, studying law at postgraduate level at UEA is a great choice. All our LLMs also offer an optional Research Methods Training module which is likely to be of interest if you are considering undertaking an advanced research degree, such as an MPhil or PhD, or working in areas requiring academic legal research.

TEACHING AND RESEARCH EXCELLENCE Our reputation is for world-class research and excellence in teaching standards. The results of the Research Excellence Framework (REF2014) rank the UEA Law School 21st in the country, ahead of most of our competitors and with more than 70% of research ranked world leading or internationally excellent.

TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT METHODS Teaching is provided by members of academic staff and a number of associate tutors who come from legal practice (often international city law firms) and are therefore specialists in their fields. Teaching is by way of a mix of lectures, small group seminars, group projects and presentations. Assessment may incorporate a mix of examinations, course tests, coursework and group projects.

LLMS Law Master’s (LLM) degrees are increasingly seen by employers as a means to distinguish applicants. Our graduates have progressed to a wide variety of successful careers, from private practice to government legal departments and international organisations, from universities to industry and commerce. Each year we welcome around 100 postgraduate students from a wide variety of geographical and personal backgrounds, and it is the vibrant and dynamic community they create that completes the student experience. CHOOSING YOUR COURSE You can choose from a wide range of intellectually diverse and stimulating postgraduate law courses supported by a distinct range of subjects or modules. The course you decide to study is very much dependent on your interests and objectives, and whether you want to specialise in a particular subject area (for example, in intellectual property, media, competition, employment, information technology or international commercial or trade law) or would prefer a more general approach. All of our LLMs have their

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE All taught LLMs extend over one year of full-time study starting in September or two years part-time study. You must complete 180 Master’s level credits of assessed modules, including the induction module in Legal Skills and Research and a 40 credit supervised dissertation on a relevant topic of your choice. The modules are studied over two semesters between September and May and you will then complete your dissertation for submission in the following September. Most courses have subject-specific compulsory modules but all courses also offer a wide range of optional modules. SCHOLARSHIPS AND FUNDING Funding for postgraduate study may be available both from the Law School (we have a range of attractive scholarships for well qualified applicants) and the University. In addition, there are a number of external schemes. Please see: www.uea.ac.uk/law/scholarshipsand-funding/postgraduate-students

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LLM INTERNATIONAL COMMERCIAL AND BUSINESS LAW 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: September

In a world that is getting smaller and rapidly globalising, a sound knowledge of commercial and business law and how to apply it in an international environment is one of the most highly regarded attributes of modern legal practice.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a good 2:2 pass or international equivalent in law or, exceptionally, in a related subject from a recognised higher education institution in the UK or overseas. We will take into account relevant employment experience. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE This course has been specifically designed for those intending to enter a legal career in international commerce, whether in private practice, in industry, or with a government department or regulator, and aims to deepen your exposure to the law of international commerce but without necessarily specialising in any particular area. Your studies will be comparative, internationally focused, and with an emphasis on new technologies. You will not only develop legal knowledge, but also legal and transferable skills. You will be able to select from more than 20 modules, including traditional subjects, such as International Sales Law, Carriage of Goods by Sea and Marine Insurance, International Commercial Arbitration and Litigation, and International Banking Law and Practice. In addition, you will be able to combine these with a diverse range of further specialised modules in areas such as International Competition Law, Intellectual Property Law and Information Technology Law.

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COMPULSORY MODULES You will undertake the compulsory 20 credit Postgraduate Legal Skills and Research module (unless prior exemption is granted) and the Dissertation. You are also required to undertake the following module: – Foundations of International Commercial Law This 40 credit year-long module forms the grounding of the International Commercial and Business Law course. It aims to introduce you to the essential foundational elements of international commercial law and to give you an understanding of what drives the law governing international commerce, the reasons for harmonisation of the law in the area, the institutions involved in the harmonisation process and the scope of that process. We explore several areas of international commercial practice in which attempts have been made to harmonise or codify the law, consider how successful these efforts have been, and look at ways in which the harmonisation process can be improved. OPTIONAL MODULES You will select a further 40 credits from a wide range of modules, including the following: – Comparative International Sales Law – Carriage of Goods by Sea and Marine Insurance – International and Comparative Oil and Gas Law – International Commercial Arbitration – International Commercial Litigation – Comparative Corporate Governance – International Banking: Law and Practice – The Law and Practice of International Project Finance – Comparative Company Law

– International Competition Law – Globalisation of Intellectual Property Law – The Law of Electronic Commerce. You will then choose a further 40 credits from postgraduate modules offered by the Law School or, with the consent of the course director, from other postgraduate courses offered by the University.

“The UEA LLM programme provided the opportunity of a lifetime, one that has reaped professional and personal dividends during my time in private practice in the States, where my firm involved me in complex cases in Europe and the Virgin Islands, as well as during my time on the bench here in the remote Western Pacific. More than gaining merely an education, I gained a real and lasting perspective. I’d do it all again if I could.” ROBERT ASHBY PATE, JUSTICE, SUPREME COURT OF PALAU, LLM LAW GRADUATE

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LLM INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: September

This course brings together two of the most important legal questions of the 21st century: the fate of law in the information age, and the management and exploitation of diverse forms of creativity, reputation and innovation.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a good 2:2 pass or international equivalent in law or, exceptionally, in a related subject from a recognised higher education institution in the UK or overseas. We will take into account relevant employment experience. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE This course is aimed at developing the legal knowledge and skills needed for a specialist career in information technology law (including the internet and e-commerce industries) or any area of intellectual property law. With more than 20 modules to choose from, you will focus on the relationship between law and technology (without assuming detailed knowledge of particular technologies), and the social, economic and cultural consequences of new or amended forms of regulation and governance. You can choose from a range of specialised, internationally focused modules on IT and IP, but can also take the opportunity to study subjects in the closely related field of media law, or other subjects offered in the School on commercial and competition law. COMPULSORY MODULES You will take the compulsory Legal Skills and Research module (unless prior exemption is granted) and the Dissertation. You are also required to undertake the following modules:

Popular options from the full list of LLM modules include Protection and Management of Reputation and Privacy (dealing with defamation, privacy and related issues from a private law and comparative perspective), Media Markets and Regulation (looking at the comparative regulation of communication markets, the application of competition law therein, and media plurality), International Commercial Litigation (dealing with jurisdiction, choice of law and enforcement in an international context), and International Competition Law.

– Internet Law and Governance This module considers whether it is possible for the internet to be regulated or governed, the question of harmonisation and co-operation, and selected current issues such as the power of search engines and the role of the United Nations – Globalisation of Intellectual Property Law Intellectual property rights are increasingly pervasive and important in the information age. This module will provide an introduction to different forms of intellectual property, within their international legal framework, as well as their rationales and how these influence current debates and topical issues within intellectual property. The geographical focus will be global, with some more detailed consideration of UK, US and European law where appropriate. OPTIONAL MODULES You must select 40 credits from the modules below, and then a further two modules from this list or from the full list of LLM modules: – Current Issues in Intellectual Property Law – The Law of Electronic Commerce – Commercialisation of Intellectual Property Law. These optional modules are designed to explore issues of information technology or intellectual property law in more detail, draw upon the latest research (including that of the teaching team) and consider the commercial, cultural and technological context of legal problems such as copyright enforcement and electronic transactions.

With the consent of the course director, up to 40 credits in modules from other Schools at the University can also be chosen, such as those on new media offered in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities.

“This course is the only one of its kind in the UK offering coverage of both intellectual property and information technology law. It is taught in a very contemporary way with every class being a study about what will happen in the future, rather than focusing on the past.” DOUGLAS GICHUKI, KENYA

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LLM INTERNATIONAL COMMERCIAL AND COMPETITION LAW 1 year full time Registration: September

The number of countries with competition laws (antitrust laws) has increased from 31 in 1985 to more than 120 today, creating the need for legal specialists to practise in law firms, enforce policy in competition authorities and teach in universities.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a good 2:2 pass or international equivalent in law or, exceptionally, in a related subject from a recognised higher education institution in the UK or overseas. We will take into account relevant employment experience. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE This course is highly relevant if you work or are intending to work in competition law and regulation. It examines the issues, concepts and principles that underpin the substantive law, and promotes understanding of the economic, social and political forces that continue to shape competition law development. You will benefit from research-led teaching, drawn from the expertise in the Centre for Competition Policy on campus. RESEARCH-LED TEACHING: THE CENTRE FOR COMPETITION POLICY This leading internationally recognised research Centre, based at the University, undertakes independent interdisciplinary research into competition policy that has real-world policy relevance without compromising academic rigour. The Centre draws on the expertise of a number of Schools within the University, including economics, law, business, and political, social and international studies. The Law School academic staff teaching on the LLM are all members of the Centre.

As an LLM International Commercial and Competition Law student, you will be invited to attend events at the Centre and will benefit from interaction with a wide range of competition policy experts. More information about the Centre can be found on its website/social media: www.competitionpolicy.ac.uk @ccp_uea COMPULSORY MODULES You will take the compulsory Postgraduate Legal Skills and Research module (unless prior exemption has been granted) and the Dissertation (which must be on a competition law topic). You are also required to undertake International Competition Law, which is designed to develop an understanding of the core concepts of competition and the substantive law and procedure of competition law. Seminars will be built around the legal provisions and case law on each topic. OPTIONAL MODULES You will also select a further 60 credits of optional LLM modules from the wide variety offered by the Law School, 20 credits of which must be from the following competition law related modules: – Media Regulation and Markets – Theory of Competitive Markets – Commercialisation of Intellectual Property Law – Foundations of International Commercial Law.

You will have a further 40 credits to take from postgraduate modules offered by the Law School or, with the consent of the course director, from other postgraduate courses offered by the University.

“Although I was a practising lawyer before starting this course, I learnt so much and gained invaluable experience. I was taught how to critically think and analyse academic materials, including how to conduct my own research, and how to give professional presentations. I will take all of this knowledge with me to Russia to develop my career as a lawyer which I believe will be more successful due to the professional experience I had at UEA Law School.” ANGELA KORZHEVSKAYA, RUSSIA

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LLM MEDIA LAW, POLICY AND PRACTICE 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: September

This ground-breaking course has been designed to provide professional practitioners and graduates, in law or other disciplines, with expert knowledge and a firm grounding in the concepts of media law and the regulation of media communication.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a good 2:2 pass or international equivalent in law or, exceptionally, in a related subject from a recognised higher education institution in the UK or overseas. We will take into account relevant employment experience. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE This Master’s degree draws on the University’s international strength in interdisciplinary and comparative approaches to media law, policy and practice and brings together academics from a number of different specialist fields including media, economics, politics, film, television and media studies and international development. Your studies will be comparative and internationally focused, with an emphasis on new technologies.

COMPULSORY MODULES You will take the compulsory module Legal Skills and Research (unless prior exemption is granted) and the Dissertation. You are also required to undertake the following module: – Media and Society This unique and ground-breaking 40 credit module comprises a series of 40 lectures and a number of thematic seminars which are at the cutting edge of our modern understanding of the mass media industry. You will gain an integrated, critical understanding of the media and the opportunity to interact with leading international experts.

OPTIONAL MODULES You will select a further 40 credits from a list of relevant media law related modules, including the following: – The Protection and Management of Privacy and Reputation – Public Protest Law – Media Markets and Regulation – Issues in Free Speech – Internet Law and Governance. You also have a further 40 credits to take from postgraduate modules offered by the Law School or, with the consent of the course director, from other postgraduate courses offered by the University. These include modules such as those on the media postgraduate courses offered in Political, Social and International Studies within the Faculty of Arts and Humanities.

“This degree gave me the opportunity to gain expert knowledge and a firm understanding in the concepts of media and communication regulation. I really appreciated the interdisciplinary approach of the module combining law, economics and political science.” KATHARINA ICKE, GERMANY

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LLM INTERNATIONAL TRADE LAW 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: September

There are few states around the world whose nationals do not engage in international trade, and for it to be carried out efficiently and profitably, it is essential that there is a predictable and clear legal framework for international traders to work within. This course is designed to give students interested in careers in international trade, or trade-related government departments, a firm introduction to both the law and practice in this challenging and complex area.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a good 2:2 pass or international equivalent in law or, exceptionally, in a related subject from a recognised higher education institution in the UK or overseas. We will take into account relevant employment experience. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE Although the topics covered on the course deal with individual aspects of the law relating to international trade (for example, the law relating to international sales and the carriage of goods by sea), a full understanding cannot be gained without a firm knowledge and understanding of the international harmonisation efforts and consideration of how the subjects inter-relate. This course is specifically designed to help you achieve these aims. You can choose from more than 15 modules as you focus on how subjects interrelate, including all of the traditional international trade law modules such as International Sales and Carriage Law, Law of the WTO, International Commercial Arbitration and Litigation, and International Competition Law. In addition, we offer several modules that are focused on specific aspects of international trade law such as International Banking and Finance, Information Technology Law, E-Commerce and Internet Law which, combined with our core modules, means that those with an interest in practising in specialist areas can gain a solid grounding.

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COMPULSORY MODULES You will take the compulsory 20 credit module Postgraduate Legal Skills and Research (unless prior exemption is granted) and the Dissertation. You are also required to undertake the following module:

You will also have a further 40 credits to take from postgraduate modules offered by the Law School or, with the consent of the course director, from other postgraduate courses offered by the University.

– Foundations of International Commercial Law This 40 credit year-long module forms the grounding of the International Trade Law course. It aims to introduce you to the essential foundational elements of international trade law and to give you an understanding of what drives the law governing international commerce, the reasons for harmonisation of the law in the area, the institutions involved in the harmonisation process and the scope of that process. We explore several areas of international commercial practice in which attempts have been made to harmonise or codify the law, and consider how successful these efforts have been, and ways in which the harmonisation process can be improved. OPTIONAL MODULES You will select a further 40 credits from a list of modules, including the following: – Comparative International Sales Law – Carriage of Goods by Sea and Marine Insurance – Law of the WTO – Law and Practice of International Commercial Payments – International and Comparative Oil and Gas Law – International Commercial Arbitration – International Commercial Litigation.

“The Law School consists of many professors who are experts in their areas. What I liked the most is the way that students were treated by the professors – with respect, as equals, and with care. I also had such a caring academic adviser who gave me lots of advice on how to live and study in the UK and when I was faced with a problem, she always gave her time to help me. I had a very good experience at UEA and would recommend it to anyone thinking of studying in England.” CHITCHANOK CHUENJITSIRI, THAILAND

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LLM EMPLOYMENT LAW 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: September

Employment law is one of the most dynamic and fast-growing areas of legal specialisation. Few areas of law have been the subject of such a rapid transformation in recent times. The aim of this unique programme is to give students a firm grounding in the key areas of employment law and practice and to explore the boundaries of the subject. It covers the central issues and elements in employment law today.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS For the LLM Employment Law you should have a good 2:2 pass or international equivalent in law or we will take into account relevant employment experience and welcome applications from those wishing to return to academic study, or those planning to study for a degree while remaining in full-time employment. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE This degree is designed for anyone seeking to study employment law in detail. It is an excellent choice for those working or intending to work in the area of employment law, whether as lawyers, human resources professionals, advice workers or union officials. The ever-increasing volume of statute, regulations and case law makes it essential for those working in the area to have a firm understanding of the issues, concepts and principles that lie beneath the detailed law and an appreciation of the economic, social and political forces, whether domestic, European or international, that continue to shape its development. Armed with such knowledge, it is possible to face the challenge of new developments in the subject with confidence. MODULES You undertake a wide range of modules which together provide thorough coverage of UK employment. You will take the compulsory 20 credit module Postgraduate Legal Skills and Research (unless exemption has been granted) and the 40 credit Dissertation together with the following modules:

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– Foundations of Employment Law (40 credits) – Equality and Discrimination in Employment (20 credits) – Practical Employment Law (20 credits) – Work-Life Balance (20 credits) – International Law and Employment Rights (20 credits).

– A series of 14 evening seminars on Employment Law – A full-day seminar on Resolving Employment Disputes by Agreement and by Tribunal Hearing led by a senior member of ACAS and by an Employment Tribunal Judge – A full day ‘Exploded Diagram’ simulated Tribunal case – A 10-12,000 word Dissertation on an employment law topic of your choice, written under expert personal supervision – Option of credit transfer to the Master’s Degree LLM Employment Law.

KEY FACTS – This degree has been developed for those working or intending to work in employment law and related disciplines and also for those who need to understand and apply employment law as part of their management role.

If you prefer to learn without a formal qualification, you can attend the 14 evening seminars and/or the full-day seminars. If you register for the evening seminars, you will have the option of transferring to the Postgraduate Certificate in November. Students completing the Certificate may transfer 60 credits to the LLM Employment Law and benefit from a 30% reduction in LLM fees.

– The programme provides a firm understanding of the issues, concepts and principles that drive the direction and development of UK employment law and an appreciation of the economic, social and political forces – domestic or European – that influence this. POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN EMPLOYMENT LAW This course is designed to provide a thorough grounding in employment law for lawyers and HR practitioners. The aim is to equip those participating with a clear and comprehensive technical understanding, while at all times remembering that employment law should be seen as part of the real world of work. The Certificate offers a programme of evening and full-day seminars covering all aspects of individual employment law. Key features include:

FEES AND FUNDING

Details of our tuition fees and scholarships can be found on the fees and funding tab of individual course profiles at: www.uea.ac.uk/law/pgt www.uea.ac.uk/study/pgt/scholarships

For entry requirements please see our website.

“You are given the opportunity to work and learn on a very practical basis, taking part in a mock employment tribunal or meeting with real judges and employment solicitors.” ALAIN MONKAM, FRANCE

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LLM GENERAL 1 year full time, 2 years part time Registration: September

This course enables students to pursue a programme of study specifically tailored to their own individual interests. Applicants are encouraged to develop their own plan for an individual Master of Laws degree, where they may combine modules from two or more of the Law School’s LLM courses.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a good 2:2 pass or international equivalent in law or, exceptionally, in a related subject from a recognised higher education institution in the UK or overseas. We will take into account relevant employment experience. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE This course is designed to give you maximum flexibility in your choice of modules and dissertation topic. It allows you to follow a variety of interests (and take modules simply because you will enjoy them) or to select a range of modules designed with a specific career or personal aspiration in mind. You can combine subjects (modules) from any of our postgraduate law taught degree programmes for a tailored programme of study. With only 60 credits of compulsory modules and 120 credits to choose from a catalogue of more than 30 modules, the LLM General offers the greatest flexibility of all our courses.

This is the ideal course if you wish to gain Master’s-level knowledge and skills without restricting yourself to just one particular branch of law. COMPULSORY MODULES You will take the compulsory 20 credit module Postgraduate Legal Skills and Research (unless prior exemption has been granted) and the 40 credit Dissertation in an area of law of your own choice, subject to there being a member of faculty qualified to supervise the subject. OPTIONAL MODULES You will be given a wide range of options to structure the course to your own interests. You will choose at least 80 credits of modules offered by the Law School and then a further 40 credits from either the postgraduate modules offered by the Law School or, with the consent of the course director, from other postgraduate courses offered by the University.

The choice of postgraduate modules offered by the Law School is very extensive, ranging from subjects relevant to international commercial and trade law (such as international sales law and the law and practice of international arbitration and litigation), to banking and finance law, international competition law, to the international law of oil and gas. We also have various subject specialist modules in company law and corporate governance, media and defamation, freedom of speech and protest, intellectual property, e-commerce, information technology and employment law and regulation, all very relevant today. Please contact the Law School if you have particular questions about the suitability of your choices. Whichever modules you take you will, like students taking the specialist LLM courses, leave with a set of strong skills that will equip you well for the future.

“Studying my LLM at UEA was a unique and excellent experience. Many teachers are practitioners and have practical experience in their area of law. It was fun to see their passion when they shared their experiences in business life, but also interesting to hear how a practitioner’s life can be and it helped to understand the legal matters involved.” CHRISTINE MALISCH, GERMANY

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GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN LEGAL STUDIES (Common Professional Examination) 1 year full time Registration: September ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should normally have a good first degree in disciplines other than law. International students should refer to our website for more information on our academic and English language requirements. This provides an opportunity for non-law graduates wishing to pursue a career in law to ‘convert’ to a law path.

SEVEN FOUNDATION SUBJECTS The seven foundation subjects cover the core elements of English law: – Constitutional and Administrative Law – Contract Law – Criminal Law – European Union Law – Land Law – Law of Trusts – Tort Law.

You will study the subjects necessary to complete the academic stage of legal training. Successful completion enables you to enter the vocational training stage: either the legal practice course (for those opting to become a solicitor) or the bar professional training course (for those opting to go to the bar).

Each subject is taught as a one semester module in either the autumn or spring semester. Two of the autumn semester modules are currently assessed by a mix of coursework and examination, while the remainder of the foundation subjects are assessed by examination only.

COURSE STRUCTURE All elements of the course are compulsory.

RESEARCH PROJECT The eighth module is a 4,000-5,000 word research project completed under the supervision of a member of faculty. You will be able to choose the topic of your research project which, subject to the availability of supervision, can cover any area of law beyond those taught in the foundation subjects. Work on the research project commences during the second semester and is completed in the period after the final examinations finish in late May.

PRE-SESSIONAL INDUCTION COURSE The induction course introduces you to the legal skills necessary for the study of law, as well as providing you with an understanding of the methods and processes of the English legal system. It runs full time for two weeks prior to the commencement of the autumn teaching semester. All students must attend the induction course and pass a short piece of coursework in order to enter the diploma course.

ASSESSMENT You will be required to achieve a pass mark of at least 40% in each of the assessment components for the seven foundation subjects and the research project in order to be awarded the graduate diploma.

RESEARCH Our Law School has a highly impressive record in supporting innovative and world-leading research. Academic staff in the School have internationally recognised expertise across a wide range of specialist areas. These include competition law, criminal justice, medical law, restitution, international law, EU law, employment law, human rights, commercial law, contract law, company law, legal theory, media law, information technology and intellectual property law, land law, and public protest law. Several of the School’s researchers are engaged in empirical and interdisciplinary work, and the School has sought both to encourage emerging strengths and to build on existing areas of excellence. The latter include the Centre for Competition Policy (established by the Law School in conjunction with the School of Economics, Norwich Business School and Political, Social and International Studies).

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We are justifiably proud of the way in which we have developed junior colleagues’ and research students’ research careers. Many have produced and published research of the highest calibre. The School’s research community benefits from dedicated postgraduate facilities in the newly refurbished Earlham Hall. Research activities are also supported by our highly successful research seminar series, where research students and academics from the Law School and elsewhere in the University present their work. Research in the School www.uea.ac.uk/law/research Centre for Competition Policy

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www.lawcabs.ac.uk FEES AND FUNDING Details of our tuition fees and scholarships can be found at: www.uea.ac.uk/law/pgt FURTHER INFORMATION ON THE STUDY OF LAW Professional regulators in the legal sector are currently conducting an extensive consultation about legal education and training. This includes a review about the routes and qualifications to become a solicitor or barrister. Some of the considerations include changing or ending existing routes, or opening new ones. The current routes of a qualifying law degree or the GDL, and the BPTC to become a barrister will remain in place until summer 2017. The current route of a qualifying law degree or GDL and LPC will remain in place until summer 2018. The Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board will make announcements after their consultations and review in due course. These decisions will then inform the different routes to qualification as a solicitor or barrister.

RESEARCH DEGREES The School offers the following research degree programmes: – PhD: 3 years full time, 6 years part time – MPhil: 2 years full time, 4 years part time – LLM by Research: 1 year full time, 2 years part time. Research is a vital component of the Law School and a vibrant research student community is key to our mission as a leading centre for learning and research in law. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have at least a 2.1 degree and a research Master’s or equivalent work experience. For more information on our research degrees and potential supervisors, please see: www.uea.ac.uk/law/pgr

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HOW TO APPLY All applications are to be made via the central applications board, please see the website for details.

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DOWN TO BUSINESS NORWICH BUSINESS SCHOOL

Join a different kind of Business School – one that is rigorous and comprehensive but also creative and ethical. Learn the essentials of business and develop the skills that employers desire. Tailor your degree to help you succeed in your chosen career. Become part of our internationally recognised community of experts, students and graduates who are shaping the business world of the future.

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WORLD-CLASS REPUTATION The University of East Anglia is an inspirational home for students from around the world. We produce globally respected research and have a first-class reputation for teaching quality and student satisfaction, being consistently rated a top UK university in national student satisfaction surveys. Our reputation as a leading university is supported by being in the top 1% of the world’s higher education institutions (Times World Ranking 2015-16). In 2015, Norwich Business School was awarded AMBA re-accreditation for five years – the maximum period allowed. AMBA accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement in postgraduate business education and is earned only by the best MBA programmes. Norwich Business School is also a member of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. PIONEERING COURSE DEVELOPMENTS Our graduates stand out. This is because they combine the knowledge and skills to forge exciting careers with creative thinking and a grounding in sustainable business practice. You will study the interconnected role of business in a wider social context and the need for responsible management approaches to secure a sustainable future. We understand the requirements of business and the career opportunities our graduates have, and we use this to embed practical elements into our courses so our graduates have relevant experience to boost their career options. OUR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT To help you develop your full potential, we offer a relatively high level of contact time with academic staff, with a focus on small group teaching. You will find a wide range of expertise across business disciplines and an open door policy where our students are encouraged to talk to staff as colleagues.

RESEARCH EXCELLENCE Norwich Business School is home to a vibrant and engaged research community. This was illustrated in the latest HEFCE assessment of research excellence which placed Norwich Business School 17th overall in the UK out of 101 business schools and in ninth place for the quality of its research publications (REF2014). RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS Responsible business is the defining aspect of the School’s strategy, and a common thread throughout our research activities. This involves a long-term, sustainable approach to business practices that make a positive contribution to the ‘triple bottom line’: economic, social and environmental performance. HIGH PROFILE GUEST SPEAKERS Take the opportunity to gain current insights into the business world and talk with business people. Attend events and workshops such as the ‘Inside Business’ seminar series, which features successful business people drawn from our alumni. Get a unique insight into the transition from student life to business life with speakers openly sharing their experiences, including their careers and what they have learnt along the way. Each seminar provides insights into a business sector, how it works, changes direction, and for those interested, how to get into that business area. These events also provide excellent opportunities to talk with fellow students, alumni, staff from across the School and other business people. Guest speakers have included Karen Jones (founder of Café Rouge, CEO Food and Fuel), Callum Barton (Chair of The Ralph Lauren Watch and Jewellery Co), Paul Harvey (Managing Director at Citi), Ladi Balogun (CEO First City Monument Bank), and Tamara Ingram (Group Executive VP Grey Group).

STRONG LINKS WITH EMPLOYERS As a business graduate you will be hired because of your knowledge, skills and because you understand business. To ensure our postgraduate degrees give you all this and to make sure the knowledge is as relevant as possible, we have a School Advisory Board. The main purpose of the Board is to give impartial advice to the School on the knowledge and skills they look for in business graduates both now and into the future. This ensures that you are attractive to employers and gives your career the best possible start. Members of the Board include representatives from Ernst and Young, Adnams, Ford, HSBC, small and medium enterprises and local and central government. Beyond the Advisory Board we have extensive links with businesses locally in Norwich, the UK’s capital, London, and across the UK. We work with them to maximise opportunities for you. You will meet them in classes through guest lectures and in contributing to the teaching in modules on your course or at student business events. You can be reassured that we work very hard to ensure that you leave us with what we know businesses want in their new people. Enhance your employability with masterclasses, educational visits and guest lectures from leading professionals.

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MSc PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

The overall aim of our postgraduate MSc programme is to develop you as the next generation of managers and leaders through the provision of skills and competencies highly valued by leading contemporary firms.

We offer two strands of Master’s programmes: – MSc Applied Career Courses – MSc Academic and Professional Courses. APPLIED CAREER COURSES We provide choices designed to lead directly to successful careers. If you have not studied business before you will develop the core industry knowledge needed to start your chosen management career. If you already have some business background from study outside Europe, these degrees will help you develop the strategic awareness needed for leadership roles in the increasingly global business environment. To help you reach the depth of understanding needed you will take taught modules through all three semesters, with increasing levels of specialism in each semester. The range of Applied Career Courses: – MSc Business Management – MSc Human Resource Management – MSc Marketing – MSc Marketing and Management – MSc International Accounting and Financial Management – MSc Investment and Financial Management – MSc Finance and Management – MSc Enterprise and Business Creation. ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL COURSES You will focus on combining the study of specific disciplines alongside the development of research skills and project management capabilities. This equips you to challenge elements of current industry practice. These courses suit graduates who have already studied business in Europe and students with a degree in disciplines with a numerical background, such as psychology, physics, engineering and maths. Graduates from these degrees develop the transferable skills for career options where theoretical depth may be needed in combination with the rigorous discipline required to handle challenging projects and complex research tasks.

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These degrees also provide graduates with the skills needed to consider taking further steps in higher education, such as embarking on a PhD programme. The range of Academic and Professional Courses: – MSc Management – MSc Operations and Logistics Management – MSc Accounting and Finance – MSc Banking and Finance – MSc Brand Leadership. In addition, Norwich Business School has executive education programmes, including MBA degrees, and a range of degrees dedicated to academic research. TEACHING METHODS Teaching is provided by members of academic staff and visiting business speakers. Courses will incorporate lectures, seminars, practical work and projects. We are one of the few Business Schools that still believes in small group teaching, such as seminars, to complement lectures and enhance your learning. ASSESSMENT You are required to complete a combination of compulsory modules and specialist optional modules to gain the degree of Master of Science (MSc). Assessment may incorporate written examinations, presentations and coursework. HOW TO APPLY Applications should be made directly to the University. Please see page 84 for further information. SCHOLARSHIPS AND FUNDING Funding for postgraduate study may be available both from the University and from a number of external schemes. Please see: www.uea.ac.uk/nbs

IF YOU HAVE: – a degree in a non-business subject or any degree studied outside of the UK – your degree is 2:2 or higher – f or international students – IELTS 6.5 minimum (all components 6.0 minimum). LOOK TOWARDS OUR MSc APPLIED CAREER COURSES IF YOU HAVE: – a business degree or a degree with a significant proportion of numerical content –u  sually your degree is 2:1 or higher (see course pages) – f or international students – IELTS 6.5 minimum (all components 6.0 minimum). LOOK TOWARDS OUR MSc ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL COURSES IF YOU HAVE: – a minimum of three years business/ management experience in a position of responsibility (since you left education). LOOK TOWARDS OUR MBA PROGRAMME IF YOU HAVE: – thought about a future career in research. LOOK TOWARDS OUR RESEARCH DEGREES

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MSc BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 1 year full time Registration: September

This degree offers you the broadest picture of management and is the one to choose if you’d like to pursue a career in general management, work in a number of different organisations, or if you’re unsure which areas of business you want to work in. It also offers the broadest range of modules, allowing you greater choice and the ability to specialise in a particular area.

“I chose to study at Norwich Business School because of its reputation. My Master’s included the academic disciplines, practical knowledge, professional field of study, key business issues and creative thinking that I particularly wanted to achieve.”  ERHAN ERDINC, MSc BUSINESS F MANAGEMENT GRADUATE

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a first degree (2:2 or higher or the international equivalent) in a non-business related subject or any subject studied in a non-UK context. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE The course lays the foundation for general managerial responsibility, enabling successful participants to develop effective management careers. You will be prepared for careers in business and management by providing a foundation in relevant theories, concepts, and techniques. The programme focuses on intellectual and practical skills and develops analytical tools and perspectives that will provide you with a sound basis for making managerial decisions. LEARNING OUTCOMES On completion of this course you will be able to: – Understand and explain the role of management in a range of contextual settings – Understand how to build and sustain competitive advantage for companies in a variety of sectors, drawing on the resources of company-wide specialisms and competencies – Utilise analytical tools and understand different managerial perspectives, which will provide a sound basis for managerial decisions – Appreciate the impact on managerial decision-making of the inter-relationships between a range of management disciplines

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–A  ppreciate how to compete effectively in domestic and/or international markets –G  ain the knowledge, skills and confidence necessary to become a more effective manager by learning to integrate and align organisational processes, systems and people to meet today’s critical challenges and goals. YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory modules: – Accounting and Financial Management – Managing People and Organisations – Strategic Marketing Management. Semester 2 Compulsory module: – Management Skills and Personal Development. Optional modules: – Developing Future Leaders – E-Business Management – Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management – Managing Across the Globe – Advancing Performance and HR – Retail Marketing and Management. Semester 3 Compulsory modules: – Business Leadership and Change Management – Integrated Business Decisions – Management Skills and Personal Development.

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Norwich Business School

MSc HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 1 year full time Registration: September

With increasing competition for labour and globalisation of world markets, human resource management now transcends geographical boundaries and requires a new outlook. This degree prepares you to manage the global talent pool, in achieving organisational success.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a first degree (2:2 or higher or the international equivalent) in a non-business related subject or any subject studied in a non-UK context. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements.

ABOUT THE COURSE Suited to the needs of UK and non-UK students alike, the course assumes that you have no specialised background in human resource management, and stretches your knowledge and skills to a higher level. People are at the heart of all successful organisations’ strategies and managing and developing people is what human resource management is all about. This course provides a sound foundation for you in developing your career in human resource management (HRM). AIMS AND HIGHLIGHTS The aim is for you to combine intellectual and practical skills that will enable effective HRM decision making. The programme develops advanced knowledge and skills in HRM and exposes you to the HRM function and how it affects and is affected by major trends such as globalisation, the changing competitive environment and technological developments. It provides a foundation in the theories, concepts and techniques relevant to HRM practice and applies these to the future markets. LEARNING OUTCOMES On completion of this course you will be able to understand and explain the role of management in a range of contextual settings. You will be able to build and sustain your role as a manager. Your managerial decision making will be improved by your awareness of the interrelationships between a range of management disciplines. Your new understanding of domestic and international markets will allow you to compete more effectively.

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Overall, you will become a more effective manager by integrating and aligning organisational processes, systems, and people to meet today’s critical challenges and goals. YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory modules: – Accounting and Financial Management – Management Skills and Personal Development – Managing People and Organisations – Strategic Marketing Management. Semester 2 Compulsory module: – Management Skills and Personal Development. Optional modules: – Developing Future Leaders – Managing Across the Globe – Advancing Performance and HR – Innovation Management. Semester 3 Compulsory modules: – Business Leadership and Change Management – Integrated Business Decisions – Management Skills and Personal Development.

Norwich Business School

MSc MARKETING 1 year full time Registration: September

This advanced course of study enables you to launch your career in marketing. By gaining an understanding of specialist marketing approaches you place yourself in a strong position to meet the needs of future employers, in the ever-growing and ever important world of marketing and brands.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a first degree (2:2 or higher or the international equivalent) in a non-business related subject or any subject studied in a non-UK context. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE Whilst marketing is the most important subject it does not exist alone and to be at their most successful marketing managers and directors must gain an understanding of the other functions within management and business. Providing an excellent foundation to develop a career in marketing, the course explores the boundaries of marketing decision making. Along with fundamentals of marketing, the course also investigates new areas critical to success including internationalisation and the global marketplace, the power of the internet and the need to demonstrate socially responsible marketing. The course will enable you to lead and respond, both operationally and strategically, in the dynamic global marketplace where marketing is ‘the’ critical success factor. AIMS AND HIGHLIGHTS Through creating marketing competences within you the course lays the foundations for participants in developing their successful and effective marketing careers. This is achieved by focusing on theories, concepts and techniques of relevance to the practice of marketing. It aims to clarify intellectual and practical skills and develop analytical tools and perspectives that will provide a lifelong sound basis for making marketing management decisions.

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Marketing is the obvious and immediate link to the world around us in the products and services offered and purchased by us all. This relevance to the real world is actively used in the teaching of the subject where we can use theory to understand why companies are successful, or not, in their marketing. CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF MARKETING Our MSc Marketing (with specified options) has been approved and accredited by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) to provide direct entry onto the CIM’s Chartered Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing. Senior marketing management work experience is also required. www.cim.co.uk LEARNING OUTCOMES On completion of this programme you will be able to understand, explain and lead the role of marketing in a range of contextual settings. You will have a fine-tuned awareness of the impact of marketing on managerial decision-making and the connections between management disciplines, including strategy and the marketing function. Graduate ready to use your understanding of the strategic importance of marketing to help organisations succeed. Master analytical tools and different marketing perspectives and use them to make sound marketing decisions. Thrive in both domestic and international contexts and appreciate the impact of marketing strategies on growth, cash flow and profitability.

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Finally, you will leave here with the confidence necessary to become a more effective marketing manager by learning to integrate and align organisational processes, systems, and people to meet today’s critical challenges and goals. YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory modules: – Accounting and Financial Management – Management Skills and Personal Development – Managing People and Organisations – Strategic Marketing Management. Semester 2 Optional modules: – Marketing Research – Global Brand Strategy – Retail Marketing and Management. Semester 3 Compulsory modules: – Buyer Behaviour and Interactive Marketing – Integrated Business Decisions – Management Skills and Personal Development. Optional module (treated as compulsory): – Integrated Marketing Communications.

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Norwich Business School

MSc MARKETING AND MANAGEMENT 1 year full time Registration: September

This course is for you if you are a non-business graduate who has not previously specialised in marketing or management but now wishes to do so to improve your skillset.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a first degree (2:2 or higher or the international equivalent) in a non-business related subject or any subject studied in a non-UK context. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements.

ABOUT THE COURSE Whilst studying specialist marketing modules, you will also develop an understanding and appreciation of other business functions within organisations. One of the outstanding benefits of the course is a full third semester of teaching, in which you have increased contact hours with our highly experienced academic staff. The programme prepares you for a variety of general marketing and management roles in both the private and public sector. CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF MARKETING Our MSc Marketing and Management is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) to provide direct entry onto the CIM’s Professional Diploma in Marketing. www.cim.co.uk LEARNING OUTCOMES You will graduate able to contribute to the development of brands and their market places, analysing markets and their behaviours. You will have the skills to assess critically the relationship between organisations, their external context and their management processes. You will review and apply creatively the body of knowledge relating to organisations. And make informed judgements about the appropriate application of theory to managerial practice, context and their management processes.

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You will evaluate and recommend options for the improvement of managerial practice in relation to organisations. Ultimately, you will become a more effective manager by learning to integrate and align organisational processes, systems, and people to meet today’s critical challenges and goals in being successful in competitive business markets. YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory modules: – Human Resource Management – Financial and Management Accounting – Strategic Marketing Management – Managing People and Organisations – Management Skills and Personal Development. Semesters 2 and 3 Compulsory modules: – Brand Leadership – Marketing Research – Integrated Marketing Communications – Management Skills and Personal Development. Optional modules: – E-Business Management – Global Brand Strategy – Retail Marketing Management – Marketing Research.

Norwich Business School

MSc INTERNATIONAL ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT 1 year full time Registration: September

This course seeks to present a strong model of integrating business, management, financial management and accounting skills and knowledge in an international context.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants should have a first degree (2:2 or higher or the international equivalent) in a non-business related subject or any subject studied in a non-UK context. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE Apply if you are considering an international career in accounting or finance or in professional practice, in business, in the financial services industry, or in academia. Get a good foundation for general financial management responsibility, and start to develop an effective career in financial management. AIMS AND HIGHLIGHTS This course is designed to prepare you for a career in international accounting and financial management, even if you have no experience in this area.

ASSOCIATION OF CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS Our MSc International Accounting and Financial Management is recognised by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). This means that you will be exempt from certain papers of the ACCA examinations after successfully completing the programme. LEARNING OUTCOMES On completion of this course you will be able to understand and explain the role of management in a range of contextual settings. You will utilise analytical tools, and understand different managerial perspectives to make sound decisions. You will understand contexts in which accounting and financial management operates and the current technical language and practices of accounting and financial management. Taking your skills into the workplace, you will be able to apply the methods of research and enquiry to understand, interpret and practice international accounting and financial management in specific contexts and situations.

YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory modules: – Accounting and Financial Management – Managing People and Organisations – Strategic Marketing Management. Semester 2 Compulsory modules: – Corporate Financial Management – International Financial Reporting – Managerial Accounting – Management Skills and Personal Development. Semester 3 Compulsory modules: – Integrated Business Decisions – Management Skills and Personal Development. Optional modules: – Performance Management and Reporting – Advanced Financial and Investment Management.

Finally, you will leave here with the confidence to become a more effective manager. You will align organisational processes, systems, and people to meet today’s critical challenges and goals.

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Norwich Business School

MSc INVESTMENT AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT 1 year full time Registration: September

Get ready to launch a successful career and make a difference in the global corporate and financial sector as a manager, business analyst, trader, broker, investment adviser, consultant, credit controller, treasurer, banker, market specialist or accountant. This degree is applied in nature and a proud member of the prestigious CFA® Institute University Recognition programme.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a first degree (2:2 or higher or the international equivalent) in a non-business related subject or any subject studied in a non-UK context. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE Through academic rigour and contemporary study, develop the general and specialist knowledge, skills and competencies required today by employers internationally. The course structure and resources give the opportunity and support to students to train and obtain during their studies, at no additional cost, valuable professional qualifications by Thomson Reuters (on Eikon, Datastream and ThomsonONE.com). You do not need prior knowledge of business or finance. You begin by building a solid understanding of basic business concepts, functions, roles and decisions which cut through disciplines. You will learn from material, perspectives and a student body that is truly international. Get an introduction to the latest research findings, professional experiences and expertise of the members of the dynamic Accounting, Finance and Governance (AFG) research group. AFG is at the forefront of research, practice and policy in corporate and investment finance. Your teaching is based on the NBS 2x3 Learning Method. This systematic approach orchestrates your learning around three main pillars which

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involve: asking interesting questions, challenging incorrect assumptions/conventional wisdom and better exploiting technology. These are supported from clear teaching objectives and evaluation criteria, early feedback from formative assessment and feed-forward provision prior to exams. HIGHLIGHTS CFA® Institute University Recognition: through participation in this programme, the MSc in Investment and Financial Management will offer its students up to three scholarships for the CFA Programme each year. Thomson Reuters Certification: support and access to online training for certification in Eikon, Datastream and ThomsonONE.com. CAREER PROSPECTS You will graduate from this programme with wide and exciting career prospects across a variety of jobs and organisations internationally. In the financial sector you can work as employees or independent professionals for institutions such as investment and commercial banks, insurance companies, hedge, mutual and pension funds, brokers, rating agencies, venture capitalists and regulatory bodies. In corporations, graduates are well prepared for working in the financial department as financial managers, analysts, treasurers, capital budget analysts, credit managers and investor relations specialists. Consulting firms are also major employers of graduates with finance and investment expertise and use them as data analysts, advisors or system developers.

YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory modules: – Accounting and Financial Management – Managing People and Organisations – Strategic Marketing Management. Semester 2 Compulsory modules: – Corporate Financial Management – International Corporate Governance – Management Skills and Personal Development. One optional module from: – International Financial Reporting – Quantitative Finance – Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management. Semester 3 Compulsory modules: –A  dvanced Financial and Investment Management – Integrated Business Decisions – Management Skills and Personal Development.

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MSc FINANCE AND MANAGEMENT 1 year full time Registration: September

This course is for you if you are a non-business graduate wanting to develop a career in finance and management. This programme will give you a good foundation and understanding of finance and business principles.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a first degree (2:2 or higher or the international equivalent) in a non-business related subject or any subject studied in a non-UK context. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements.

ABOUT THE COURSE The taught modules will give you a clear understanding of the role of finance and other management disciplines to ensure successful operations in a range of business settings, including financial, non-financial and public sector organisations. It is designed for candidates wishing to acquire expertise in accounting and finance, whilst developing the necessary skills for general management roles too. The course builds on Norwich Business School’s existing partnerships with Norwich’s Financial District, which is one of the largest in the UK. LEARNING OUTCOMES On completion of this course you will be able to: –U  nderstand the foundations of finance and the operation of financial markets and provision of financial services –A  ssess critically the relationship between organisations, their external context and their management processes –R  eview and apply creatively the body of knowledge relating to organisations, and their success – Make informed judgements about the appropriate application of theory to managerial practice – Evaluate and recommend options for the improvement of managerial practice in organisations –M  anage more effectively by integrating and aligning organisational processes, systems, and people to meet today’s critical challenges and goals.

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YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory modules: – Accounting and Financial Management – Managing People and Organisations – Marketing and Strategy: Markets, Competitors and Customers. Semester 2 Compulsory modules: – Corporate Financial Management – Management Skills and Personal Development. Two optional modules from: – Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management – Innovation Management – International Corporate Governance – International Financial Reporting – Managing Across the Globe – Quantitative Finance. Semester 3 Compulsory modules: – Advanced Financial and Investment Management – Integrated Business Decisions – Management Skills and Personal Development.

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MSc ENTERPRISE AND BUSINESS CREATION 1 year full time with an optional extension to 18 months full time Registration: September

Planning to start your own business soon? Then this course is for you. It offers the perfect opportunity for you to develop your ideas and plan your venture, with relevant support, before starting your business once you graduate.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants should typcially have a first degree (2:2 or the international equivalent) but we also welcome applicants with other qualifications. Previous experience in starting or growing a business is not necessary but the one common factor in our considering applications is your passion for business and in wanting to make a difference in the world through starting and growing your own business. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE This course is about doing; it is beyond theory; it is about business creation and success. Think of it less as a traditional MSc and more as developing a business (and gaining an MSc along the way). This is different. This is special. This is a unique opportunity for you to join an energetic, stimulating and supportive community while also developing your business. Whether you come from a background in health, sciences, technology, creative arts or whatever your background – transform your current knowledge into a winning business proposition, and make it grow. AIMS AND HIGHLIGHTS You will learn the theories of business and then be encouraged to use them in making your business better and more successful. This course is very much focused on action rather than theory. Join a thriving community of like-minded people who are passionate about business and creating

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and growing new businesses. This community will include fellow students, lecturers, researchers, business mentors, venture funders (and their funding opportunities), private investors, existing business owners and professional advisers. Your course will be based in the award-winning, purpose-built Enterprise Centre providing a hub for the region’s start-ups, with its collaboration areas and free wi-fi placing you at the heart of this vibrant business creation community. Beyond your formal time on this MSc, you will be able to access all the members of this community (not just your fellow students), be invited to future events and be able to draw upon the knowledge of the community. And as your business, or businesses, grow we hope you will return to be part of helping future MSc students of the MSc start and grow their businesses. FLEXIBLE TO YOUR BUSINESS This course is designed to fit around your development and the needs of your business ideas and we aim to have all the classes taught in three days per week, leaving you four days for your business and other activities. It is a course which concludes with a choice of exit routes enabling you to select the one that works best for you. The first semester starts with your new venture thinking/idea development by addressing three core areas necessary in any new venture; the second semester allows you to begin tailoring this MSc to your development goals; and the third semester provides a unique opportunity to exit the course in the very best way for you and the development of your business.

YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory modules: – Entrepreneurship and Business Planning – Business, Winning; the Art of – Accounting and Finance for Start-Ups. Additional activities include business skills development (communication, teamwork, problem solving, interpersonal skills, numeracy, business awareness etc), start-up support sessions, ‘Inside Business’ seminars, and support of business mentors. Semester 2 Optional modules:* – Business Operations and Project Management – Planning and Running Your Business – Navigating Through the Red Tape – Entrepreneurship in Global Healthcare – Creative Enterprise: Sustainable Business for the Arts – Business Creation and Growth. *NB: Individual modules are subject to a minimum of students.

Semester 3 You will be able to choose from a selection of modules from our MSc programme. Additional activities include shadowing entrepreneurs and business owners, mentoring on business plan development, and linking with potential investors.

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MSc MANAGEMENT 1 year full time Registration: September

Make the most of your studies by combining theory with research. What works within the field of management and why? This programme will help you learn more about the science of management from an evidencebased perspective, regardless of your previous background. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have an upper second class honours degree in a numeric-based subject area, including business, or an international equivalent, including business degrees (2:1 or higher or the international equivalent). International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE Acquire research skills and transferable business management skills for the work place.

As the MSc includes a dissertation, you can use this Master’s as a bridge to do your PhD. If you decide to look for a job when finishing the course, you will graduate with the skills to analyse the challenges of your new role from an evidence-based perspective. You will get advanced training in a business/ management field. In this academically rigorous environment, you will grow into a highly employable graduate due to our advanced and specialist modules. Specialise your studies from a broad scope of management topics delivered by our team of leading researchers and teachers. All of your studies will be based on contemporary business concepts and cutting-edge thinking. Alongside this, you will learn in a proven MSc structure – two semesters of taught modules completed by an extended dissertation in the third semester for 12 months total duration.

YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory modules: – Advances in Financial Management – Business Regulation and Corporate Governance – Marketing Theory and Practice – Business Research Methods. Semester 2 Compulsory modules: – Delivering High Performance – Innovation and Technology Management – Business Research Methods. Semester 3 – Management Dissertation. This programme is especially suitable if you would like a broad business qualification, and currently do not have enough management experience to join an MBA programme. It is also for you if you like the idea of studying an MSc with the option to complete a dissertation.

MSc OPERATIONS AND LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT 1 year full time Registration: September

Business is global and our ability to compete successfully requires our experience and knowledge in developing and managing the global supply chain. If you are looking for a career in operations and supply chain management either within companies or in specialist logistics businesses, this is the course for you. The programme has also been accredited by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a first degree in business or management (2:1 or higher or the international equivalent). International students should refer to our website for English language requirements.

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ABOUT THE COURSE You will acquire knowledge about the primary and support activities in a value chain and operations and logistics management practices and techniques. You will use case studies to learn to understand workplace scenarios. This will help you to work as an operations, purchasing, logistics or supply chain manager in both manufacturing and service companies. You will acquire skills and practices for conducting operations and logistics research and these will enable you to pursue a PhD degree or work in consulting firms. Beyond these specialist skills, additional valuable skills that you will acquire include cognitive and transferable skills, including critical thinking and creativity, problem solving and decision making, effective use of information and communications technology, presentation, teamwork, personal effectiveness and ethics and value management. These will increase your capabilities and the opportunities for you to work in both public and private sectors.

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YOUR MODULES Semester 1 Compulsory modules: – Marketing Theory and Practice – Global Logistics Management – Strategic Purchasing and Supply Management. Semester 2 Compulsory modules: – Critical Issues in Operations and Supply Chain Management – Business Research Methods – Innovation and Operations Management. Semester 3 – Advanced Operations and Logistics Management Dissertation.

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Norwich Business School

MSc ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE 1 year full time Registration: September

This degree is designed for students who already have a first degree in accounting, finance, business and economics, or in a quantitative subject (such as science or engineering). It provides an advance level of study to help start a successful career in the corporate sector. You will also be equipped with the research skills to consider academic options such as PhD level study. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a first degree in business or management (2:1 or higher or the international equivalent). International students should refer to our website for English language requirements.

ABOUT THE COURSE If you are looking to launch a successful career in the business and the public sectors, working in a role such as a financial accountant, management accountant, auditor, fund manager, financial manager or financial analyst then this course is for you. You will gain a sound understanding of the most important theories and practices in international and management accounting, in investments and in corporate finance and governance. Teaching is supported by practical case studies, seminars and computer labs offering you a deep insight into the latest qualitative and quantitative tools used by accounting and financial practitioners today. RESEARCH FOCUSED Teaching on the course draws from the latest developments in academic research aiming to develop your research skills. You will have the opportunity to attend research seminars from international academic experts, and graduates will also be able to pursue a PhD in accounting or finance.

COMPULSORY MODULES Semester 1 – Advances in Financial Management – International Accounting – Business Regulation and Corporate Governance. Semester 2 – Business Research Methods – Investment and Risk Management – Management Accounting. Semester 3 – Dissertation. This programme is for you if you have already studied accounting and finance, or a business, economics or management related degree at undergraduate level and wish to build on your existing skills. It is especially suitable as a preparation for a wide range of national and international careers in accounting firms, financial institutions, management consulting, commerce and industry, government and the public sector, and academia.

MSc BANKING AND FINANCE 1 year full time Registration: September

The MSc Banking and Finance will provide you with the in-depth knowledge and cutting-edge techniques you need to succeed in the global financial and banking sector. It will also equip you with the necessary research skills for pursuing academic research at PhD level. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a first degree in business or management (2:1 or higher or the international equivalent). International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. The course is suitable if you have a background in accounting, finance, business and economics or in a quantitative subject, such as science or engineering.

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ABOUT THE COURSE If you are looking to launch a successful career across a wide variety of sectors internationally, such as financial institutions, banks, consulting and accounting firms, academic institutions and government bodies, this course is for you. Part of the course is taught in computer labs. This gives a first-hand experience of the information and decision tools used by leading traders, financial analysts and investment bankers. During the course, and at no further cost, you have the opportunity to obtain valuable industry relevant qualifications from Thomson Reuters (Eikon and Datastream). The design, content and teaching is provided by leading academics from the Accounting, Finance and Governance (AFG) Group. AFG aims to produce world-class academic research with practical relevance. While studying at Norwich Business School, you have the opportunity to attend research seminars led by distinguished academics from prominent institutions as part of the AFG seminar series.

RESEARCH ORIENTED You will gain a sound theoretical grounding in banking and finance. You will build a strong, research-oriented background in investment and risk management, banking, corporate finance and governance and international accounting. The MSc Banking and Finance gives an emphasis to the most important recent developments in academic research, and focuses on the cutting-edge quantitative techniques needed to pursue empirical investigations into banking and finance. COMPULSORY MODULES Semester 1 – Advances in Financial Management – International Accounting – Business Regulation and Corporate Governance. Semester 2 – Empirical Finance – Investment and Risk Management – Banking and Financial Markets. Semester 3 – Dissertation.

Norwich Business School

MSc BRAND LEADERSHIP 1 year full time Registration: September

Brands are everywhere. They shape our decisions as consumers and influence politics, culture and education. They are ideas that help us navigate an increasingly complex world and are essential for businesses to define, produce and communicate value. They are big money – the Apple brand is worth $170 billion and branding is an industry in its own right, with an estimated 60,000 people working in branding in the UK alone.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a first degree (2:1 or higher or the international equivalent) in business, management or economics, with at least 25% of your overall degree in one of these three subjects, or a graduate in any subject, with three or more years’ experience in marketing or strategy work. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE Apply for this course if you want to become a brand leader. Join students from all over the world including Brazil, US, Britain, Germany, Russia, Africa, India and China – over the past six years we have had students from 45 different countries. You may be a graduate in business or economics, or someone with three or more years’ experience in marketing or strategy work. Whatever your background, you must be ambitious, creative and fascinated by brands. WHO IS BEHIND THE PROGRAMME? This is a unique collaboration between senior brand professionals and business experts at the University of East Anglia. The course is led by Robert Jones, author of The Big Idea (Profile Books, 2000) and Head of New Thinking at Wolff Olins, the firm behind Orange, Tate, GE and Unilever. Robert works closely with a teaching team from the highly-innovative Norwich Business School at UEA. Other participants include Britain’s biggest advertising agency AMV.BBDO, Google, Oxfam, Unilever, Virgin, and brand consultancy Interbrand.

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PROGRAMME AIMS From this course you will gain everything you need to build a hugely rewarding career in branding from critical concepts, tools and techniques, real-life experiences, creative projects, a network of branding experts, including some of the most distinguished professionals in Britain, and ideas, inspiration and self-confidence. TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT There are seven taught modules, all involving project work and class discussions, and many with guest lecturers. One ground-breaking module looks at how brands are changing and developing in the face of new digital opportunities. You will do your own new thinking, backed up by research, in a dissertation and have the opportunity to visit the people behind brands such as Burberry. You will also be helped to build your own personal brand for the career marketplace. Many students get the chance of work experience at a big brand, in a top branding consultancy or leading advertising agency. Most excitingly, you will be assigned a personal mentor who is a senior branding professional – for example, the chairman of Wolff Olins, the Chief Executive of AMV.BBDO or the Sales and Marketing Director of Faber & Faber.

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YOUR MODULES Semester 1 – The Big Picture – Brand Now – Brand and Strategy – Innovation and Organisational Transformation – Understanding Research. Semester 2 – Go Deeper – Brand in Action – Brand and Digital – Frontiers of Branding – Brand and Leadership. Semester 3 – Apply It All – Dissertation – BrandAid Project. After – Keep Learning – Optional Work Experience – Online Community. CAREER DESTINATIONS Most of our students go on to careers in branding with companies such as Saatchi and Saatchi, Procter and Gamble, Google, L’Oreal, Fitch and many more. Whatever your ambitions, we can help you to achieve them.

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MBA PROGRAMME 12 months full time or 27 months part time (Executive) Registration: January

Our AMBA accredited MBA will challenge and change the way you think. Learn to examine and solve problems in a more strategic and thoughtful manner. Combining the latest business management models and theories with their practical application, our MBA justifies its status as the highest level management qualification and acts as a catalyst in accelerating change in your professional development and career progression.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a minimum of three years’ relevant work experience and normally have achieved one of the following: – A good honours degree (or international equivalent), or – A relevant postgraduate diploma, or – A relevant qualification from a recognised professional body. We welcome applications from candidates with a broad range of work experience (professional, managerial, entrepreneurial) and in certain circumstances you may not need an honours degree (or equivalent). The application process involves an interview with the course director to discuss your qualifications, experience and motivation. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE You will learn through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops and sessions delivered by internationally recognised leading academics and industry specialists. Our MBA teaching team is recognised to be in the top 10 in the UK for the quality of its output (REF2014) and top 100 globally for its business and economic research (AWRU 2015). Because we firmly believe in the value of interaction and discussion amongst MBA students we keep our classes compact, guaranteeing a dynamic and interactive cohort experience. Our programme is designed to maximise the benefits of being part of this unique and experienced group. We understand the value and diversity of our students’ professional experience and continually provide opportunities for you to learn from your peers.

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COURSE STRUCTURE You will increase your business knowledge and skills by studying topics such as: – Accounting and Financial Analysis – Marketing Strategy – Customer Focus and Digital Marketing – Information Systems for Management – Entrepreneurship – Strategy – International Economic Environment – Investment Appraisal and Valuation – Leading and Changing Organisations – Strategic Human Resource Management – Operations and Logistics – Corporate Responsibility. In addition, you will have the opportunity to study one of two specialist streams where the University has established a world-class reputation: – Brand Leadership – Economics and Finance. MANAGEMENT CONSULTANCY PROJECTS You will also undertake two consultancy projects that will challenge you to deliver consultancy output to real clients. These group projects with established businesses allow you to put ‘theory-into-practice’ and help an organisation address a strategic issue. This develops and improves your project delivery, teamwork, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. As in real-world consulting, the projects require you to undertake 150-200 hours of activity within each project and thus form a significant part of the MBA experience. Projects are carefully selected to ensure they address real issues which the host companies are facing. Executive MBA students spend a week in Prague in the second year of the course

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delivering the first projects to global companies such as Unilever and IBM who have East European headquarters in the Czech Republic. Full-time students work with local companies in the Norwich area. The challenge of this real-life consulting experience is recognised further by the award of a Level 7 Diploma in Professional Consulting (DipPC) from the Chartered Management Institute. This award is in addition to the MBA. CAREERS IMPACT PROGRAMME Full-time MBA students have access to our bespoke Career Impact Programme (endorsed by the Institute of Leadership and Management) designed to ensure that you have the very best professional and personal development support to maximise your chances of securing senior managerial positions upon graduation. The programme will give you the tools, support and resources to help you plan and manage your future career. MBA EXPERIENCE You will have the opportunity to attend talks and seminars given by leaders in business and visiting academics from around the world. Full-time MBA students will attend the London Residential, visiting some of London’s most prestigious organisations, including opportunities to learn from senior leaders. We regularly organise trips and visits to innovative companies in the UK. MBA SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES These are awarded to students on a merit basis, taking into consideration background and ability, covering up to 50% of the course fees. For further information see: www.uea.ac.uk/nbs/mba

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RESEARCH AREAS

The School offers the following research degree programmes: – PhD 3 years full time, 6 years part time Registration: October, January, April, July Choose between two different pathways to a Doctorate. To further develop your disciplinary and research technique training, you are encouraged to take the Master of Research (MRes) degree. If you have undertaken previous training, you should apply for PhD study. Our research programmes have been designed to meet the needs of students at varying stages of their careers. Research degrees are offered on a full-time or part-time basis. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have at least a 2:1 degree from a recognised higher education institution and will be expected to have a Master’s degree in a related subject. The normal entry requirement is a good merit (or average of at least 65%) in a recognised Master’s course in the UK or equivalent. Your Master’s must have a research component (such as research methods and a research dissertation). Exceptionally, you may be considered for direct entry if there is other evidence of research potential.

PhD PROGRAMME Our PhD programme is usually taken over a period of three years (or six years part time). The first year of the PhD programme incorporates the design phase, during which you will work closely with your supervisor. Data is gathered in the second year, and in the final year you will write up your thesis. Throughout the entire period of PhD study, you will be supervised by two members of academic staff who will advise on the direction and structure of the research thesis. Within the first three weeks, your initial training will be assessed and any additional training requirements will be identified. All students will be required to undertake professional skills training as part of their research degree, providing essential training in areas such as communication skills, project management, teaching and presentation skills, preparing papers for publication and career development. For further details about the research opportunities in the School and how to apply, please see our website. www.uea.ac.uk/nbs/pgr

The Research Excellence Framework (REF2014) results also show that our research has been designated as world leading or internationally excellent in terms of the impact it has on business, society, the economy, culture, public policy and services. Our academic researchers and postgraduate research students’ work is structured around five broad subject area groups: Accounting, Finance and Governance (AFG); Employment Systems and Institutions (ESI); Business Regulation; Marketing, Entrepreneurship and Business Strategy (MEBS); Innovation, Technology and Operations Management (ITOM). The School is part of the world-famous Centre for Competition Policy and provides independent expertise in all aspects of competition and economic regulation policy, as well as providing academic output and a forum for debate and policy-relevant findings for governments, authorities, private practitioners and the general public. Responsible business is a defining aspect of the School’s strategy, and a common thread throughout our research activities. This involves a long-term, sustainable approach to business practices that make a positive contribution to the ‘triple bottom line’: economic, social and environmental performance.

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“Of all the universities in the world I have researched about PhD courses, I have chosen to travel all the way from Hong Kong to study at UEA. I was attracted by its research esteem, reputation, high quality supervision, and administrative efficiency. Wonderful memories and experiences have confirmed all this.” ALEX WONG, PhD, NORWICH BUSINESS SCHOOL

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OPEN MINDS PSYCHOLOGY

The School is renowned for its high quality psychological research and excellence in teaching which supports a thriving student community. Our teaching team has a strong student focus and the student experience is consistently ranked highly and recognised in surveys and media rankings. Lecturers are research active and bring the creative enthusiasm associated with research into their teaching.

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Choose from several Master’s programmes, including MSc Cognitive Neuroscience; MSc Developmental Science; MSc Social Psychology; and MRes in Social Science Research Methods. Once you’re here, you will complete research projects supervised by experienced academic staff who are leading experts in their field. WHY STUDY WITH US? You will be joining a School ranked in the UK’s top 10 psychology departments (Guardian University Guide 2017) with an outstanding reputation for research and high quality teaching. As a School we promote a friendly, scholarly and stimulating atmosphere and you will join a student community that is sociable, industrious and will help you make the most of your time here. You will learn from a range of traditional, innovative and dynamic teaching approaches; our careful balance of diverse assessment methods enables all of our students to perform to the highest possible standards. STUDENT SATISFACTION In the 2015 National Student Survey we were placed third in the UK for the quality of our teaching and first for learning resources. The School of Psychology has been consistently ranked highly in the survey since it began. RESEARCH EXCELLENCE Psychologists within the School have strengths across a range of areas such as cognitive and social neuroscience, perception and action, cognitive development, attachment and relationships, developmental psychopathology, addiction, psycholinguistics and language disorders, mental health, social identity, intergroup relations and social cognition. More information about staff research interests and indicative publications can be found at: www.uea.ac.uk/psy/people/academic

UEA has an established reputation for top-quality research. At the heart of our innovative thinking is the principle of interdisciplinary working. Most recently the School of Psychology has enjoyed success in the Research Excellence Framework (REF2014); all of the research submitted was judged to be of international quality, with more than 80% rated as world leading or internationally excellent. Our research involves important links with colleagues in other Schools and Faculties, including clinical psychologists and medics in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, and scientists working on climate change in the Faculty of Science. The School co-hosts UEA’s Centre for Research on Children and Families, and also forms a part of the Faculty-wide Centre for Experimental and Behavioural Social Science. The research excellence in the School is underpinned by outstanding facilities for research and teaching, including state-of-the-art virtual reality, EEG, TMS, fNIRS, motion tracking, eye tracking and computing and observation laboratories. We also use a 3T MRI brain scanner situated in the nearby Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital.

lecturers’ specialised research areas are the central focus of much teaching. This gives you direct insight into the latest psychological discoveries and you can share in the creative excitement of scientific endeavour. CAREERS AND EMPLOYABILITY Through the Careers Service, you will have access to a comprehensive programme covering career management, employer and industry-focused events and one-to-one guidance. Build links with employers, industry and start-up enterprises and take advantage of a wealth of internship, voluntary, mentoring, graduate and job opportunities. Your enterprise, innovation and aspiration will be supported throughout your time at UEA. You will graduate with a unique range of skills in communication, data handling, critical analysis and people skills, making you highly employable in a range of careers. You will also get access to career development opportunities embedded in the course and across the Faculty of Social Sciences. www.uea.ac.uk/careers

RESEARCH-INFORMED TEACHING You will be taught by a team of psychologists who offer a rigorous approach to core disciplinary fields. With them, you will explore how psychology interacts with a range of social and natural sciences. The people teaching you, and their colleagues, are a close-knit team with a shared vision of sustaining excellence in the learning and teaching of psychology. You will benefit from teaching informed by cutting-edge research;

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MSc COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE MSc DEVELOPMENTAL SCIENCE MSc SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY 1 year full time, 2 years part time

Combine your research methods training with in-depth study at the cutting edge of one of three areas of psychology: cognitive neuroscience, developmental science, social psychology. Each programme combines a common core of research methods training with specialist teaching in the specific research area.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You will need a good honours undergraduate degree (2:1) in psychology, or a related discipline (eg neuroscience, education, social work) with a strong psychology content. See also page 85. ABOUT THE COURSES Develop the specific skills in research methodology necessary to study one of the three specialisations. Learn to understand psychological research, prepare research proposals, and undertake original research, analysis and synthesis in one of psychology’s current fast moving and fundamental areas. In the process you will acquire transferable skills in oral and written communication and the management and analysis of complex data sets. This is the ideal preparation for a PhD in psychological science, and will benefit anyone planning a career with a significant research component. This course is your opportunity to experience modern psychological research methods first hand, and to undertake bespoke placements to acquire skills specific to individual students’ research aims. You will build a substantial piece of research supervised by active researchers in the field.

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YOUR MODULES The programme comprises 140 core credits, and 40 credits from options: – Cognitive Neuroscience or Current Directions in Social Psychology or Developmental Science – Conceptualising Social Science Research – Research Methods 1: Design and Professional Skills –R  esearch Methods 2: Advanced Methods and Research Placement – Quantitative Research Methods and Statistics or Qualitative Methods and Analysis Research Project. FORMAT Learn from a range of teaching methods and state-of-the-art research equipment. Improve your work through assessment. Work with others as you attend lectures, seminars and workshops. Get hands-on experience through your research placement. ASSESSMENT Your work will be assessed by coursework, including a literature review and research proposals. You will also complete a major independent empirical research project under expert supervision.

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RESEARCH SUPPORT AND SUPERVISORS You will have your own supervisory team who will play a vital role in the development of the research project. You will work closely with your supervisors throughout the period of registration.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a good undergraduate honours degree (Upper Second or First Class) and a Master’s qualification in psychology or closely related subject. Join a thriving postgraduate research community with full-time PhD students from both the UK and overseas. Research training and supervision will be provided by leading experts in the field. We have a vibrant research culture, and PhD students are an essential part of our research activity. You will fully participate in one or more of the School’s Cognition and Perception, Developmental Science, and Social Cognition Groups, where staff and postgraduates regularly meet to discuss their research interests. Study a variety of psychological issues using diverse methodologies, some of which are jointly supervised with other disciplines. ABOUT THE COURSE As a PhD student, you will register for up to four years full-time or seven years part-time study. You will be assessed on a thesis of up to 100,000 words along with an oral examination. You can begin the programme in October, January, April or July.

The School has a thriving postgraduate research community with full-time and part-time PhD students from both the UK and overseas. There is a wide range of possible PhD research topics available. Use the Research Student Group as a focal point for your research development and peer support. Get more information on current and recent doctoral students’ research topics and psychology supervisors at: www.uea.ac.uk/psy/pgr

RESEARCH AREAS Psychologists within the School have expertise across most areas of psychology – including cognitive and social neuroscience, developmental psychology, social psychology and cognition and language.

RESEARCH CENTRES Together with the School of Social Work, the School of Psychology co-hosts UEA’s Centre for Research on Children and Families; an interdisciplinary centre with strong collaborations with Norwich Business School, the School of Economics, and the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. Psychologists also form part of the Faculty-wide Centre for Experimental and Behavioural Social Science with colleagues in economics and other social sciences. PhD RESEARCH TOPICS Examples of recent research topics include: – Cognitive and behavioural consequences of joint attention – The effects of language comprehension on visual prediction and spatial memory – How early childhood experiences affect hippocampal development – How positive and negative intergroup contact affects self-perception and behaviour – The neural correlates of successful memory encoding over time.

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LIFE LINES SOCIAL WORK

The School of Social Work is an internationally renowned academic department dedicated to research and teaching. We have a strong interdisciplinary focus with a reputation for policy and practice, relevant empirical research and for research-led teaching. We are ranked in the top 10 social work departments in the UK (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2016) and ranked joint second out of all English mainstream institutions in the 2015 National Student Survey, with a 92% overall satisfaction rating.  76 76

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The School of Social Work has been providing high quality programmes and undertaking world-class research in social work and social policy for 40 years. You can attain professional status as a qualified social worker on our two-year MA Social Work. Or, if you are already a qualified practitioner, you can study at Master’s level for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) at different stages of your social work career. In addition to our professional programmes we offer both social work and social policy pathways on the interdisciplinary Master’s in Social Science Research Methods (MRes) and also welcome students wishing to study for an MPhil or PhD under expert individual supervision. www.uea.ac.uk/swk WHY STUDY WITH US? We have earned an international reputation as one of the top centres of social work education and research in the United Kingdom. By joining us you will benefit from the recognised excellence of an experienced teaching team who promote a supportive, academically rigorous and stimulating atmosphere. Social work training at UEA has long been one of the most highly regarded in the country. It combines teaching that emphasises reflective and relationship-based practice with excellent placement opportunities in both the voluntary and statutory sectors. Our students have gone on to become first rate practitioners, successful senior managers and distinguished academics, including professors of social work. RESEARCH-BASED TEACHING Our teaching is based in research, allowing you to share directly and indirectly in the excitement of scientific and scholarly endeavour. Many lecturers are actively involved in research and all are experienced practitioners, which means that our students are offered direct insight into the latest social work issues and evidence-based practice. PLACEMENT LEARNING Placement learning is central to social work education, and we ensure that our programmes feature a significant amount of practice-based

learning over the duration of the programmes (170 days on placement and 30 days of practice skills development). While on placement, you will work closely with a qualified practice educator, who will guide and assess your practice. ACCREDITED COURSES Social work in England and Wales is a professional title protected by law. Our degree programmes have been accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Successful completion of the MA Social Work at UEA provides eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC or its equivalent in Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales to practise as a social worker. RESEARCH EXCELLENCE We have special research expertise focused around these main themes: child protection and family support; child placement; decision making about children; older and disabled people; and social work practice. Current research topics include adoption, fostering and residential care; child protection; child sexual exploitation; fathers involvement in child protection; children’s participation; court proceedings involving children and youth offending. The results of the Research Excellence Framework (REF2014) rank the School of Social Work fourth (Times Higher Education) in the country for overall research with 90% of our research ranked world-leading or internationally excellent. Studying with us means joining some of the most satisfied students in the UK. CENTRE FOR RESEARCH ON CHILDREN AND FAMILIES The School hosts the Centre for Research on Children and Families and our academics are nationally and internationally recognised experts in this field of research. The Centre was founded in 1996 and is a UK partner of the UNICEF Childwatch International Research Network. Postgraduate research benefits from collaboration with other leading researchers from psychology, education, law, management and medicine. The Centre’s research spans the full range of issues facing contemporary policymakers and practitioners working with and for children and their families. We continue

to produce rigorous, high-quality and timely research evidence, informing the complex policy and practice decisions which have to be made on a daily basis. Our evidence is used by policymakers and practitioners to improve the well-being of children and families in their diverse communities and service user environments. MAKING RESEARCH COUNT The School is a partner in Making Research Count, a national collaboration for social work and social care research dissemination, which promotes links between research and social work practice. CAREERS AND EMPLOYABILITY We work closely with the Careers Service to help our students choose their career path within social work and develop their employability skills. A social work qualification equips you with a professional qualification and a body of knowledge and skills that will open a wide range of exciting, rewarding and challenging employment in human service professions. Many of our graduates work in local authority children’s services departments and adult services departments and NHS Mental Health Trusts. However, social workers are increasingly sought by employers in the voluntary sector, in schools, hospitals, area-based programmes such as Sure Start, and in the private sector (eg fostering agencies, and residential care for children or adults). Social workers also have the opportunity to work with a wide range of service users and carers. You might focus on child protection, work with young people in care and care leavers, children and adults with disabilities, foster carers or adopters, people with dementia, drug and alcohol addictions, and mental health problems. You will work with a wide range of other professionals – teachers, health visitors, police, doctors, psychiatrists and community nurses. www.uea.ac.uk/careers

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MA SOCIAL WORK 2 years full time ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have a 2:1 degree or higher, relevant experience in the UK, plus five GCSEs including English language and mathematics with a minimum of grade C. International students should refer to our website for English language requirements. ABOUT THE COURSE You will learn to help people live independent lives in the community and how to best help those who, for various reasons, aren’t able to. The demands are high, but so is the satisfaction of knowing that your knowledge and skills are being used to the full and in the interests of other people and the community. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES The MA Social Work will equip you with the skills necessary for a career as a successful social work practitioner. The success of our graduates has earned us an excellent reputation for subsequent employment. It is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council and offers a dual qualification, academic and professional, that will enable you to apply to register as a social worker. You will learn about the theoretical foundations of social work, rooted in psychology and sociology, and the social policy and legal context, especially the statutory provisions regarding children and families, mental health and adult care. You will gain skills in working with individuals, families, groups, fellow social workers and other professions. By the end of this programme you will have acquired the knowledge and skills to start work as a confident and competent social worker. FORMAT Your training will take many forms – lectures, seminars, group discussions, tutorials and workshops, as well as videoed role-play, simulated practice and practice placements. ASSESSMENT Most of your work on the modules will be assessed by coursework. Coursework assessment methods include essays, oral presentations, reflective writing, and class tests. All students complete a dissertation (literature review). YOUR MODULES – Professional Theory and Practice (includes the 70 day placement) – Human Growth and Behaviour

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– Legal and Social Policy Context of Social Work – Working with Service Users – Professional Development (includes the 100 day placement) – Dissertation. PRACTICE PLACEMENTS Placement learning is central to social work education. On the MA Social Work, you will spend 170 days in direct practice-based learning, with an additional 30 skills-related days undertaken in partnership with social work employers and organisations. You will work with an academic adviser who will take an active interest in your professional development. On your placement, you will work closely with a qualified ‘practice educator’, who will guide and assess your practice. Academic advisers maintain close links with students, and there are regular ‘call back’ days, when students return to the University to work on the links between theory and practice. We are committed to the continued development of our teaching quality. You will have access to a number of quality-control channels, including student feedback, debriefing meetings, and the Staff-Student Liaison Committee to help us monitor, evaluate and develop our current practice. FEES AND FUNDING At the time of writing, NHS bursaries are available for the MA Social Work. The provision of NHS bursaries is currently subject to review by the Department of Health. For further information visit: www.uea.ac.uk/swk/courses

MA ADVANCED SOCIAL WORK MA MENTAL HEALTH Up to 5 years part time ENTRY REQUIREMENTS BA in Social Work or equivalent or other recognised professional qualification. Like most of our students, you may already be a social work practitioner and will be sponsored by your employing agency to take the MA Advanced Social Work or MA Mental Health. We also accept applications from self-funding practitioners.

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Some modules are also offered to professionals from a range of disciplines, mostly from within health. Whatever your background, our multi-professional environment helps to foster respect and cooperation between professionals, increasing your understanding of what is special about social work values, knowledge and skills. ABOUT THE COURSE You can complete these modular, post-qualifying programmes on a part-time basis over a maximum period of five years. The course is flexible so that you can determine the pace of your own study. You can select from a range of options to create a coherent programme that meets your needs and interests. PROGRAMME AIMS – To encourage critical and reflective practice – To extend and apply at an advanced level the knowledge, values, skills and theoretical approaches that underpin professional practice (drawing on the QAA Benchmark Statement for social work) – To critically appraise and apply research to inform evidence-based practice – To integrate work-based learning with the study and application of theory – To foster personal and professional development and the development of others – To link academic study with the Professional Capability Framework (PCF), to support social workers’ career planning and professional development – To comply with the knowledge and skills statements for children and families and adult social workers. PROGRAMME FLEXIBILITY Modules are available for newly qualified social workers and more experienced practitioners and managers and fit accordingly with the Social Work Professional Capability Framework. Choose to work towards the full MA (180 credits) or plan a route to the Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits) or Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits). You can take modules in the following specialist areas: Children and Families; Social Work with Adults; Practice Education; Mental Health; Leadership and Management and Research in Practice. The modules can be taken to suit your professional development and are grouped into specialist areas. We also offer Approved Mental Health Professional Training within the MA Mental Health. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Our CPD Master’s degrees give you the knowledge and skills to further your career as a successful social work practitioner and manager.

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In addition, you will get access to the Social Sciences Personal and Professional Development Programme for postgraduate research students. This offers training to help develop skills for your PhD studies and subsequent careers. The School of Social Work is an internationally respected, leading academic department dedicated to excellence in research. The School is particularly distinguished by its strong interdisciplinary environment with a reputation for policy and practitioner relevant empirical research. RECENT PhD RESEARCH TOPICS – Sibling connections in adoption across the life span – Children in care and the internet – The mothering experiences of asylum-seeking and refugee women – Restorative justice and female offending – Sex work and child sexual exploitation –E  ffects on children of parents’ mental health problems – Social worker’s experiences of home visits in child protection work – Risk and decision making in social work.

RESEARCH DEGREES In the School of Social Work, you will be joining a thriving postgraduate research community of PhD (Doctoral) students from both the UK and overseas. Whether studying for a PhD or an MPhil, you’ll be part of a community that is internationally renowned for its research and teaching. You can be assured that your research training is being delivered in an academic department with an excellent reputation for research. The School offers the following research degree programmes: – PhD: 3 years full time, 6 years part time – MPhil: 2 years full time, 4 years part time. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You should have at least a 2:1 degree and a Master’s qualification in social work or social research, or other relevant subject. For more information on our research degrees please see: www.uea.ac.uk/swk/pgr You will have your own supervisory team which plays a vital role in the development of your research project. The supervisors work closely with you throughout the period of registration. You will also join a research group with other research students, giving you a focal point for research development and peer support.

RESEARCH CENTRES Our Centre for Research on Children and Families (CRCF), part of the global network of UNICEF Childwatch institutions, is at the forefront of research on vulnerable children, parenting and family change. The School of Social Work is a founding institution for Making Research Count – a national collaboration for social work and social care research dissemination. We have attracted funding from government bodies, such as the Department for Education and the Office of the Children’s Commissioner. We have also forged links with many charitable bodies, and have completed work funded by the Big Lottery Fund, Esmée Fairbairn Foundation, Leverhulme Trust, NSPCC, Nuffield Foundation and British Academy. Our research has also attracted funding from the Economic and Social Research Council, the Social Care Institute for Excellence and a variety of UK local authorities and voluntary agencies.

RESEARCH AREAS Our research is concentrated around five main themes, but individuals often work across more than one area. All of these areas are attractive to PhD students because they combine research rigour with the opportunity to have an impact in the worlds of policy and practice. The main themes are child protection and family support, child placement, decision making about children, older and disabled people, and social work practice. Our work in the first two areas is where the School is best known nationally and internationally, with influential studies over many years. We have added exciting projects in the other areas and have growing strengths and an increasingly high reputation in them. CHILD PROTECTION AND FAMILY SUPPORT We are well-known for our research on serious case reviews, where we examine factors contributing to child death or serious injury. We also have special expertise in researching children’s participation in child protection, children’s perception of risk, child sexual exploitation, fathers involvement in child protection and court processes in child protection. CHILD PLACEMENT Our research in adoption and foster care has influenced government policy for over 25 years and we remain at the forefront of new developments. We have a special interest in attachment, contact, care planning and the experiences of children, carers, adopters, birth families and practitioners. We have recently moved into new areas of work, such as youth offending and the role of residential care. Although these are our current main areas of research activity and supervision we are willing to consider applications from strong candidates wishing to study in other areas of social work and social policy. MAKING RESEARCH COUNT We are also involved in the Making Research Count initiative that promotes links between research and social work practice. For more information see: www.uea.ac.uk/socialwork/collaborations Learn about the research interests of our academic staff at: www.uea.ac.uk/socialwork/people

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LIFE AT UEA Choose UEA and you will study at an internationally renowned university based on a spacious campus that provides top quality academic, social and cultural facilities to more than 15,000 students. You’ll also be among the most satisfied students in the country, according to the latest National Student Survey. The University has been in the top 10 English mainstream universities for student satisfaction since the survey began.

AN IDEAL LOCATION Study at one of the most distinctive campuses in the country. Built on 200 hectares of beautiful parkland on the outskirts of the historic city of Norwich, our campus combines natural beauty with architectural flair. The campus has won more than 20 architectural awards and on-going multi-million pound investment continues to enhance our teaching and research facilities. Virtually no part of our campus is more than a few minutes’ walk from anywhere else, and almost everything you could need is available on site – there’s a large food shop, incorporating a newsagent, post office and bakery, a bank, two launderettes, restaurants, bars and even a Waterstones bookshop. There are good public transport links into the city, where you will find a mainline railway station with regular services to London and other parts of the country. Norwich also has an international airport. ACCOMMODATION Choose from some of the best student accommodation in the country. It has twice been ranked first in the UK by the WhatUni Student Choice Awards and achieved one of the top scores in the most recent Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey.

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If you are a single international postgraduate student, you are normally guaranteed accommodation in your first year, provided you have been offered and accepted a place at the University by the published deadline. www.uea.ac.uk/accom LEARNING RESOURCES Take advantage of a library containing more than 800,000 books and journals, as well as extensive collections of specialist materials. It is staffed seven days a week and open 24 hours a day. As a postgraduate taught or research student, you’ll have access to two new study rooms in the Library specifically designed to meet your needs, equipped with desks, computers and lockers. You’ll also have access to a wide range of IT services including campus internet access via a wireless network and in student residences. If you have mobility problems or visual impairment we offer equipment such as scanners, colour printers and work stations that are specially equipped to meet your needs. www.uea.ac.uk/is LANGUAGE LEARNING FOR ALL Whichever programme you choose, you will have the opportunity to improve or learn another language, although there may be an additional charge for this. We currently offer classes in Arabic, British Sign Language, Advanced English, Mandarin Chinese, French, German, Greek (Modern), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian and Spanish. www.uea.ac.uk/lcs/learning-a-new-language STUDENT SUPPORT Whether you want to find out more about the opportunities available to you at UEA or are experiencing difficulties, we offer a wide range of advice and guidance. From counselling to childcare, from money matters to our multifaith centre, it’s good to know there’s help available whenever you might need it. Help is available from financial advisers, an international student advisory team, learning enhancement tutors, an excellent nursery and a disability team. We also have a purpose built campus medical centre, a Boots pharmacy and a dental service offering NHS treatment to you and your family. www.uea.ac.uk/studentsupportservice

SPORTING FACILITIES The University’s £30 million Sportspark is one of the finest sports complexes in Britain, boasting a state-of-the-art Olympic-sized swimming pool, athletics track, climbing wall, superbly equipped gym, two indoor arenas, a gymnastics centre and all weather pitches hosting an extensive range of sports and leisure activities, from gymnastics and trampolining to aerobics and dance. Our sports facilities were ranked joint second in a recent Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey. www.sportspark.co.uk CAREERS SERVICE CareerCentral works in partnership with academic Schools to plan and deliver a comprehensive programme covering career management, employer and industry -focused events and one-to-one guidance. Building links with employers, industry and start-up enterprises is central to our work, enabling us to provide you with a wealth of internship, voluntary, mentoring and graduate opportunities. We encourage enterprise, innovation and aspiration throughout your time at UEA. We know employment is important to you and actively strive to equip all our postgraduate students with the attributes necessary to succeed in whichever field you enter. There are careers advisers affiliated with each School to support Master’s level postgraduates and three advisers specifically for research postgraduates across all Schools. They will provide you with impartial information, advice and guidance, helping you develop suitable career-related skills and knowledge. Additional careers support for PhD students is provided through the Faculty Researcher Development programmes. You can access comprehensive resources with information on occupations, employers and further study opportunities. There are numerous opportunities throughout the academic year to meet employers at presentations and many other events, fairs and workshops. These include a range of networking opportunities with experienced professionals, many of whom are themselves UEA alumni.

We maintain a targeted database of quality graduate vacancies and run a vacancy service for part-time or casual work locally or on campus during your study. Even after graduation, we will continue to offer you professional careers support for up to three years. This includes a graduate internship programme that offers strategic level projects to hone your skills and increase workplace experience. www.uea.ac.uk/careers ARTS AND CULTURE We are home to the Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts, which provides access to permanent exhibitions of world art and a diverse range of touring exhibitions unrivalled by other universities. We also host an International Literary Festival which has included famous names such as Ian McEwan and Kazuo Ishiguro – both alumni of UEA’s Creative Writing course. Norwich is England’s first UNESCO City of Literature. www.scva.ac.uk www.uea.ac.uk/litfest GIGS AND EVENTS The Independent says our Student Union gig roster is “like pop music’s roll of honour, with the biggest names performing each year and other students’ unions wondering how on earth we manage it”. The Nick Rayns LCR plays host to a wide range of popular bands, with around 60 gigs on campus each year. Regular club nights cover a wide spectrum of tastes and ensure there is something for every music fan. High profile performers have included: Ella Eyre, Jamie T, Kodaline, Clean Bandit, Rizzle Kicks, Tom Odell, Bastille, Sub Focus, Haim, Ed Sheeran, Professor Green and Coldplay. www.ueastudent.com

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A PLACE WE CALL HOME There is a lot going on in Norwich. A busy city with a real character all of its own, Norwich is friendly and lively.

Walk around the centre and you can see the historic reminders of its past, the two cathedrals, Norman castle and city walls, as well as its present with the stunning Forum library overlooking busy cobbled shopping streets and bustling cafes and restaurants. In short, Norwich is a charming mix of the historical and the new. There are plenty of opportunities to catch live music or theatre and the city is teeming with modern and traditional pubs. We have our own football team, Norwich City. And the city was recently ranked as one of the safest places to live in the UK. Our students love Norwich so much, many stay long after their studies. SHOPPING Norwich was voted one of the top 10 shopping destinations in the UK and it’s no wonder. With modern shopping malls, chain stores and half-timbered independent outlets sitting alongside stunning arcades and the UK’s largest open-air market, Norwich is a joy to explore. As well as the big names, Norwich has many department stores, plus plenty of small, local outlets, vintage second-hand shops and exciting new ‘pop-ups’.

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ART AND CULTURE Norwich was nominated as the UK’s City of Culture 2013, and it’s easy to see why. The city has six theatres with Norwich Theatre Royal regularly staging West End productions. There are also four cinemas, including the art house Cinema City, a number of established museums and a host of art galleries, from the renowned Norwich Gallery to artist-led galleries Outpost and Stew. The Norfolk and Norwich Festival, held each May, is internationally acclaimed, attracting performers and visitors of all ages. Its programme covers everything from classical ensembles to French-Canadian acrobats and the Open Studios scheme where local artists open up their studios for an exclusive peek inside. The carnival and firework display for the Lord Mayor’s celebration every July is not to be missed while the Royal Norfolk Show, at the end of June, is the country’s largest two-day county show, which celebrates all that is great about this diverse county from its agricultural heritage to its gourmet food producers.

FOOD AND DRINK Norwich has plenty of choice when it comes to eating out. Japanese, Thai, Italian all sit alongside traditional English restaurants and pub grub. Celebrity chefs Delia Smith, Jamie Oliver and Antonio Carluccio all have restaurants in the city. Delia’s is an established restaurant situated alongside Norwich City’s football ground, whilst Jamie’s Italian is open for business in the stunning Royal Arcade. You’ll be pleased to know that many Norwich eateries also offer student discounts. Look out for all the great delis and farm shops for fresh, seasonal produce (Norfolk produces everything from juicy mussels to organic chocolate). The local microbreweries are worth visiting too, with some gorgeous local beers and real ales. NIGHTLIFE Norwich has a thriving club and bar scene with new establishments opening all the time. There are also a number of live music venues such as the Norwich Arts Centre and UEA’s very own Nick Rayns LCR and the Waterfront. You’ll find hundreds of pubs dotted around Norwich. At one time the city was said to have a tavern for every day of the year. Many pubs host comedy and quiz nights whilst real ale fans will not want to miss October’s famous Norwich Beer Festival.

PERFECT LOCATION The University of East Anglia has a unique location. Situated on the edge of both the city and countryside, you are perfectly placed to explore both. The Norfolk coastline is home to world famous bird reserves and beautiful beaches, as well as ever-changing countryside interlaced with sleepy medieval villages, bustling market towns and stately homes. One of England’s most beautiful national parks, The Broads, is also right on our doorstep for sailing, walking and cycling while paintballing, amusement parks, a trip to the zoo or a day at the races are all within easy reach of the University. TRAVEL Norwich has excellent public transport with trains every 30 minutes to London. Norwich International Airport is only 15 minutes from the city centre and has links worldwide via four daily flights to Amsterdam. National Express and Megabus also operate services directly from the University.

“Norwich is a fine city. None finer. If there is another city in the United Kingdom with a matchless modern art gallery, a university with a reputation for literary excellence which can boast Booker Prize-winning alumni, and an extraordinary new state-of-the-art public library then I have yet to hear of it.”  TEPHEN FRY, ACTOR, WRITER AND UEA S HONORARY GRADUATE

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APPLYING TO UEA You should normally have a good first degree (2:1, 2:2 or equivalent) from a recognised higher education institution in a relevant discipline. We will also take into account your educational and work experience. There may be more precise requirements for certain courses.

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JOHN INNES CENTRE BOB CHAMPION RESEARCH AND EDUCATION BUILDING

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INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS UEA welcome applications from students outside the UK. We offer a high-quality educational experience for international postgraduates, visiting students, exchange students and undergraduates. If you join us as an international student you’ll be in good company. Over 2,800 non-UK students from more than 100 countries worldwide study at UEA. For further information about all aspects of life as an international student at UEA including English language requirements visit: www.uea.ac.uk/international To ensure you benefit fully from your postgraduate study, we ask for evidence of proficiency in English. Our usual entry requirements are IELTS (or an equivalent qualification): – Taught: 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in all components) – Research: 7.0 (minimum 6.5 in all components). These do vary for certain courses, so please check the ‘Requirements’ tab for your chosen degree on your School’s website. Alternatively email: [email protected] In order to meet these requirements, you may wish to complete a Pre-Sessional English for Academic Purposes course prior to beginning your programme. This can be taken at the University’s INTO Language Learning Centre. www.intohigher.com/uea

HOW TO APPLY Unless otherwise specified on course pages, applications should be made directly to the University and can be completed online at: www.uea.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/apply Please read the guidance notes, as incomplete forms or missing references can delay decisions. If you have any questions about your application contact us via: [email protected] or telephone +44 (0) 1603 591515 Your application must be accompanied by certified transcripts and, if available, the final graduation certificate for the qualification you are applying with, as well as the official results of any IELTS (or equivalent) English tests you have completed. You should also include one formal academic reference. If you are applying for a research degree, you should also include your full curriculum vitae and a comprehensive statement of your proposed area of research unless applying for a specified studentship. If you are interested in one of our research degrees you can refer to the research interests of members of academic staff on each School of Study’s webpage. For further information contact us via: [email protected] or telephone +44 (0) 1603 591709

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES We welcome applications from students with disabilities. The Disability Service aims to offer information, advice and the co-ordination of support required before and during your studies. We encourage you to provide us with as much information as possible in advance of your arrival, so we can make any necessary preparations. This can include adjustments to your studies or accommodation. www.uea.ac.uk/studentsupportservice VISITING US We are always delighted to meet prospective students, either before or after your application. The best way to assess a university is to visit and experience what it has to offer. We warmly invite you to come and meet us. Please contact us to make arrangements. FINANCING YOUR STUDIES Please refer to our postgraduate webpages for the latest information on fees and scholarships. www.uea.ac.uk/study/postgraduate GENERAL ENQUIRIES www.uea.ac.uk or telephone +44 (0) 1603 456161

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“Norwich Business School has encouraged me to delve out of my comfort zone in order to excel and challenge myself to the max – and this has been exceedingly rewarding. Entrepreneurialism was instilled from the very beginning of the course, our first semester of modules alone was like a starter kit for a new business – accounting, management and marketing. I have grown as a person and acquired so many skills along the way.” J ENNIFER AGWUNOBI, NORWICH BUSINESS SCHOOL GRADUATE

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