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Post Graduate
The Centre offers a range of Postgraduate Work Based Learning Studies qualifications up to Doctoral degree level. These awards are on the UK National Qualifications Framework, are aligned to the Irish National Qualifications Framework and the European Credit Transfer Scheme (ECTS) and can be specific or customised. The level of award you choose should reflect your level of work experience – and the learning you already have from it. Postgraduate Certificates (PgCert) You can pursue a specific qualification in the area of Business & Management, Performance Excellence (BPI, Lean, Six Sigma), Project management or Environmental Management with the Centre. Please contact admissions for further details on lisa@icwblp.org If you would like to pursue a customised award in another area please contact the Centre to discuss. Admission Requirements To study for a postgraduate Work Based Learning Studies award you normally need to be aged 25 or above, and able to show evidence of at least five years work experience paid or unpaid, part of which will often be at managerial or professional level. We welcome students with one or more of; a first degree, experiential learning gained in the workplace and or professional qualifications. For a postgraduate qualification you need to demonstrate that you are capable of undertaking masters level self directed research and development work, and be able to demonstrate high level learning during the study module Recognition and Accreditation of Learning (RAL). Programme Structure These programmes focus on identifying and recognising learning gained from work (paid or unpaid) and to build programmes of study leading to qualifications at postgraduate certificate, postgraduate diploma and masters (MA or MSc) level. Normally taken part time A wide range of options are available. All programmes will normally commence with Recognition and Accreditation of Learning followed by the planning and negotiation of an individual programme of postgraduate study Programmes will normally include research methods and at least one major work based project. Assessment Assessment is based on written assignments. As part of the assessment, all major projects include an oral presentation. There are no examinations Applicants are expected to demonstrate that they have the opportunity to undertake workbased projects. Programmes typically commence with a claim for academic credit for existing learning, ( Recognition and Accreditation of Learning). Participants who then go on to successfully complete the Programme Planning module will be allowed to proceed to an appropriate programme of study. For further details or discussion pleases email the Centre at info@icwblp.org Application procedures are the same for all programmes. Submit: A completed application form and a short statement of 250 – 500 words outlining your reasons for wanting to study for a Work Based Learning Studies qualification. Return your completed application form and statement to: lisa@icwblp.org or alternatively mail to; Admissions Fees Fees are based on the programme you choose and take into account the relevant learning you already have.
Postgraduate Programmes and Qualifications:
Postgraduate Diplomas (PgDip)
MA/MSc (Level 9
Master of Professional Studies (MProf) (Level 9
Doctor of Professional Studies (DProf) (Level 10
Applications
ICWBLP
2 Kilbane
Castletroy
Masters and Doctorate in Professional Studies (MProf / DProf)
This programme is specifically for senior professionals looking to make an impact on their organisation or profession through leading edge large-scale projects. Unlike many other professional doctorates, this programme offers a generic framework which enables a wide range of professionals from the public, private and voluntary sectors to negotiate programmes which are customised to the needs of their own professions and organisation's. It is an 'applied' alternative to a PhD, aimed at high level executives for whom a traditional PhD would be too abstract, but its study timescale's and costs are on a par with traditional PhD's. The Master in Professional Studies (MProf) is an applied alternative to MPhil. It can be taken as a qualification in its own right or as a stepping stone leading to DProf.
Programme Content MProf / DProf
Compulsory modules include; Research Methodology and Project Capability, Review of Previous Learning and Programme Planning
These are followed by one or more major projects in the area of the candidates professional expertise. There are also opportunities for the accreditation of existing learning.
Study pattern
Learner managed with tutor support. Candidate will be expected to engage in dialogue and group learning relevant to their programme. Each candidate is allocated a programme adviser who works closely with the candidate throughout part one of the programme and remains as a point of reference in part two of the programme. A specialist consultant is assigned to each candidate for part two of the programme (project work).
Assessment
There are written assessments for each module. In addition, oral presentations are required for the Programme Planning and Project modules.
Attendance
Candidates can attend workshops in part 1 of their programme and should maintain regular contact with their with their programme adviser and consultant.
Entry requirements
Admission is by interview, an important aspect of which is a discussion of the candidate's professional experience and existing research capability. All candidates enter at MProf level and then may upgrade to DProf status after completion of certain modules or through claim for the accreditation of existing learning. For an informal discussion please contact the centre at lisa@icwblp.org
Applications
Please submit a request for Application to lisa@icwblp.org and a short statement of 250 – 500 words outlining your reasons for wanting to study for a Work Based Learning Studies qualification.
Return your completed application form and statement to: lisa@icwblp.org or alternatively mail to
Admissions
ICWBLP
2 Kilbane
Castletroy
Based on the details in your application form, you will then be invited for an interview.