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Master of Public Health |
| Institution |
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Birmingham: University of Birmingham |
| Country |
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United Kingdom |
| Type |
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Master
Diploma
Certificate / Short Course (up to 3 months) |
| Topics |
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Public/Global Health: Epidemiology and Disease Control
Healthcare areas: Health Promotion and Education
Healthcare areas: Prevention
Management: Health Care Quality Improvement
Health Research and Methods: Epidemiology
Health Research and Methods: Statistics |
| Language |
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English |
| Degree,
Credits |
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Postgraduate Certificate (60
credits) and Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits) to a Masters
in Public Health (180 credits). |
| Location |
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School of Medicine |
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Objectives/
Content |
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The full MPH consists of
three core modules:
- Epidemiology, Statistics and Health Information (40
credits)
- Health Promotion and Disease Prevention (10 credits)
- Health Care Evaluation and Needs Assessment (10 credits)
Option modules: Students then choose
60 credits of option modules from a wide range of public
health-related subjects:
- Communicable Disease (20 credits)
- Environment and Health (20 credits)
- Advanced Statistical Methods (10 credits)
- Advanced Statistical Methods Evidence Synthesis (10
credits: this module can only be taken if Advanced Statistical
Methods has been taken first)
- Advanced Applied Epidemiology (10 credits: this module
can only be taken if Advanced Statistical Methods has
been taken first)
- Public Health Management (20 credits)
- Oral Health and Dental Services (20 credits)
- Sociology and Social Policy (10 credits)
- Health Economics (10 credits)
- Public Health in Developing Countries (10 credits)
A research dissertation is also carried out (60 credits). |
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29 September 2008 |
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Deadline |
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* People living overseas
– closing date Friday 25 January 2008 (applications
may still be considered after this date if places are
available)
* People living in the UK – closing date Friday
27 June 2008 (applications may still be considered after
this date if places are available). How
to apply |
| Duration |
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1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
or up to 6 years by credit accumulation |
Participants'
Profile |
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This programme is open to those
with a good first degree in any subject of relevance to
public health. Applications from Medicine or Dentistry graduates
are particularly welcome. Applications are also accepted
from those with a relevant professional qualification (for
example, RGN) or diploma. Successful applicants usually
have experience of working in a public health-related field.
Applicants without experience but a good first degree in
a health-related science subject may also be considered.
This includes most biological sciences. |
| Requirements |
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Entry to our taught and research
programmes usually requires a good Honours degree, or the
equivalent if you have been educated outside the UK. If
your qualifications are non-standard or different from the
entry requirements stated in this prospectus, please contact
the relevant school or department to discuss whether your
application would be considered. Please note that entry
to many programmes is highly competitive; consequently
we also consider your skills, attributes, motivation and
potential for success when deciding whether to make an
offer. After we have received your application you may,
if you live in the UK, be invited for an interview or
to visit us to discuss your proposals. |
| Course
fee |
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MPH – £6,300 (UK/EU),
£12,250 (non-UK/EU) |
| Scholarship |
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http://www.as.bham.ac.uk/study/support/finance/ |
For
further
information |
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Ms Tricia Henley
Tel: +44 (0)121 414 3163
Email: t.henley@bham.ac.uk
Internet: Click
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MSc Evidence Based Healthcare and Health Technology Assessment |
| Institution |
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Birmingham: University of Birmingham |
| Country |
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United Kingdom |
| Type |
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Master
Diploma
Certificate / Short Course (up to 3 months) |
| Topics |
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Health Research and Methods: Evidence-Based Medicine
Health Technology: Management Information Systems |
| Language |
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English |
| Degree,
Credits |
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| Location |
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School of Medicine |
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Objectives/
Content |
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Evidence-Based Healthcare
is the application of the best evidence available to make
the most appropriate clinical decisions for patients.
Health Technology Assessment (HTA) can be defined as the
evaluation of a technology (drugs, medical devices and
clinical procedures) through synthesis and systematic
review of the scientific evidence. It is concerned with
costs and effects of technologies in their widest sense,
and use of the information for policy and decision-making.
Over the past 20 years, many countries have implemented
a formal policy for supporting and promoting HTA. Several
national HTA agencies have been created and are playing
an increasingly important role in international and national
decision-making. There is an urgent need for experts trained
in the production, appraisal and use of HTA reports.
The MSc in EBH and HTA has been established specifically
to meet this need and was developed from the highly successful
systematic review training course run by the West Midlands
Health Technology Assessment Collaboration at the University
of Birmingham. It provides both a firm grounding in the
knowledge and range of skills and disciplines which are
essential to HTA. Topics covered including study design,
epidemiology and statistics, economic evaluation, systematic
reviews and public health policy and it provides hands
on experience of HTA production.
Benefits of doing this course:
• HTA is a new and rapidly developing area.
• There is a global shortage of people with the
skills and training to effectively undertake health technology
assessments. Therefore employment prospects after graduation
are excellent.
• This is the only course in the UK to provide such
specialist training and one of only a handful of such
courses globally.
• EBH is rapidly gaining ground within medicine
as a major force for change. |
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| Next
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September 2008 |
| Appl.
Deadline |
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We welcome applications
at any time although the course for full-time and part-time
students starts in September each year. Students wishing
to take the course flexibly can commence the course at
any time. How
to apply |
| Duration |
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Full-time – 1 year
Part-time – 2 years
Flexible – up to 6 years |
Participants'
Profile |
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The programme is particularly
suitable for people who have an interest in contributing
to health policy by understanding the need to provide good
quality evidence to support healthcare decision-making.
The programme is for people who wish to learn how to put
evidence from diverse sources together through production
of high quality evidence synthesis. Students can come from
anywhere in the world and from a wide range of disciplines
including (but not limited to) Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing
and other Health Professionals, Biochemistry, Physiology,
Sport and Exercise Science, Economics and Statistics. |
| Requirements |
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For the Masters Programme
- good honours degree (lower second or better) or an equivalent
professional qualification.
For the PG Diploma and PG Certificate – first degree
or other relevant qualification such as Nursing Diploma,
HND.
In all cases appropriate career experience will be taken
into account. |
| Course
fee |
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UK/EU students
Full-Time – MSc £4200 / PG Dip £2800 /
PG Cert £1400
Part-Time - MSc £2100 per year for 2 years / PG Dip
£1400 / PG Cert £700
Non UK/EU students
Full-Time - £12,250 (plus living expenses) |
| Scholarship |
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http://www.as.bham.ac.uk/study/support/finance/ |
For
further
information |
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Tricia Henley, Programme
Administrator,
Tel: +44 (0)121 414 3163
Email: t.henley@bham.ac.uk
Internet: http://medweb4.bham.ac.uk/cpd/pgt.aspx?id=38 |
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MSc Environmental Health |
| Institution |
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Birmingham: University of Birmingham |
| Country |
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United Kingdom |
| Type |
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Master |
| Topics |
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Health Determinants: Environment and Ecology
Health Determinants: Nutrition and Malnutrition
Health Research and Methods |
| Language |
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English |
| Degree,
Credits |
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| Location |
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Departement of Geography, Earth
and Environmental Sciences |
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Objectives/
Content |
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This course provides the
opportunity to explore the impacts that environmental
stressors have on the physical health and social wellbeing
of individuals and communities.
The course provisionally comprises 8 modules:
Food Safety and Public Health; Health Risk Management;
Housing Practice including urban and rural regeneration;
Environmental Protection; Law; Public Health Integration;
Research and Study Skills, and a Research Dissertation.
It will include opportunities to work with lecturers and
students in other public health-related fields. There
will be a special emphasis in providing the student with
an understanding of the role of the Environmental Health
Practitioner within in the broader public health field,
and the necessary networks and partnerships required in
the in the delivery of individual and community health
related interventions. |
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| Next
Beginning |
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October 2008 |
| Appl.
Deadline |
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| Duration |
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12 months |
| Requirements |
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Students will be required to
have a 2nd class Honours degree, or better, in a science-related
subject for admission. Exceptionally, other qualifications
will be considered by the University and CIEH. Students
may be required to undertake a formal interview at the University. |
| Coordinator |
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Maurice Brennan, Admissions
Tutor and Course Leader
Tel: +44 (0)121 414 7180
Email: M.E.Brennan.1@bham.ac.uk |
| Methods |
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Formal lectures; workshops;
group work; case studies; practical simulations e.g. mock
trial; industrial/commercial visits; and student centered
learning. |
| Course
fee |
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UK and European Union students
- the fee will be £6,000. (This excludes the cost
of the short course on Practical Food Inspection). Any support
for students undertaking practical training with a view
to taking the CIEH professional examinations will not be
at any additional cost.
Part time UK students - the modules will be individually
priced on a pro-rata basis.
International Students (non European Union) - the fee will
be the standard University fee.(£ 12,500). |
For
further
information |
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Val Walker
Tel: +44 (0)121 414 3077
Email: V.C.Walker@bham.ac.uk
Internet: Click
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MSc Clinical Primary and Community Care |
| Institution |
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Birmingham: University of Birmingham |
| Country |
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United Kingdom |
| Type |
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Master
Diploma
Certificate / Short Course (up to 3 months) |
| Topics |
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Public/Global Health: Epidemiology and Disease Control
Public/Global Health: Primary Health Care
Healthcare areas: Non-Infectious and Chronic Diseases
Health Research and Methods: Statistics
Health Research and Methods: Epidemiology |
| Language |
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English |
| Degree,
Credits |
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| Location |
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School of Medicine |
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Objectives/
Content |
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Compulsory Modules:
- Epidemiology and Statistics - Primary Care 20 credits
- Qualitative research methods 20 credits
Optional Modules - choose 4 in total
- Clinical Modules - select a minimum of 2 from this list
- Anticoagulation management 20 credits
- Cardiovascular disease management 20 credits
- Heart failure management 20 credits
- Hypertension management 20 credits
- Thrombo-embolic disease prevention 20 credits
Non-clinical modules - select any remaining
modules from this list
- Introduction to Health Economics 20 credits
- Management of Ethical Dilemmas in Primary Care 20
credits
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| Next
Beginning |
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October 2008 |
| Appl.
Deadline |
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July, although late applications
may be considered if places are still available. |
| Duration |
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1 year full-time, 2 years part-time |
Participants'
Profile |
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This programme is suitable for
doctors, nurses and any other health care professionals
aiming to acquire specialised skills and qualifications
in primary and community care; for example covering all
dimensions required in line with the NHS Knowledge and Skills
Framework or accreditation for GP/PwSI. |
| Requirements |
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A relevant first degree or
equivalent professional qualification. |
| Course
fee |
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Full-Time – MSc £4200
/ PG Dip £2800 / PG Cert £1400
Part-Time - MSc £2100 / PG Dip £1400 / PG Cert
£700 per year for 2 years |
For
further
information |
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Dr Ellen Murray
Tel: +44 (0)121 414 3761
Email: e.t.murray@bham.ac.uk
Internet: Click
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Title |
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MSc International Health Management and Development |
| Institution |
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Birmingham: University of Birmingham |
| Country |
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United Kingdom |
| Type |
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Master
Diploma |
| Topics |
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Public/Global Health: International Health Issues and Development
Public/Global Health: Primary Health Care
Management: Health Services Management
Health Determinants: Poverty |
| Language |
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English |
| Degree,
Credits |
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| Location |
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International Development Department
(IDD) |
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Objectives/
Content |
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Health sector reform has
become a key tool as governments and development agencies
seek to achieve major development goals such as poverty
reduction and sustainable development. This programme
enables students to understand the links between health
and development, economic and social development strategies,
and health sector reform.
It is taught by the International Development Department
(IDD), in conjunction with the Health Services Management
Centre (HSMC).
You will study four core modules on:
- International Health Care
- Health Services Management
- Public Management
- Social Analysis of Poverty and Development
You also take two optional modules chosen from a range
of alternatives. MSc students are also required to complete
a 10,000-word dissertation. |
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| Next
Beginning |
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29 September 2008 |
| Appl.
Deadline |
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In general, there are no closing
dates for applications to taught programmes or research
degrees. However, you are advised to apply as early as you
are able because many of our programmes receive more applications
than there are places available. International applicants
should also allow time to obtain a visa. |
| Duration |
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1 year full-time, 2 years part-time |
Participants'
Profile |
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The programme is designed both
for health practitioners who are seeking to extend their
understanding of development issues and their skills in
management, and for policy makers and those concerned with
development who are seeking to extend their understanding
of the health sector and its role in development. |
| Requirements |
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A relevant first degree or
equivalent professional qualification. |
| Course
fee |
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Contact Sarah Stewart for details of fees
Tel: +44 (0)121 414 8390
Email: s.e.stewart@bham.ac.uk |
For
further
information |
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Debra Beard
Tel: +44 (0)121 414 5034
Email: d.l.beard@bham.ac.uk
Internet: Click
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MSc Poverty Reduction and Development Management |
| Institution |
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Birmingham: University of Birmingham |
| Country |
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United Kingdom |
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Distance Learning |
| Topics |
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Public/Global Health: International Health Issues and Development
Health Determinants: Poverty |
| Language |
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English |
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Credits |
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| Location |
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International Development Department
(IDD) |
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Objectives/
Content |
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Make poverty history' has
become a familiar slogan in recent years in the global
north, whilst for those in the global south it is a challenge
with very personal significance.
This programme enables you to explore the issues surrounding
poverty and poverty reduction, and to gain or enhance
your practical skills in development management.
Topics addressed include:
- Definitions and indicators of poverty and development
- Causes of poverty
- Poverty reduction strategies
- Cross-cutting issues, such as gender and conflict
- Practical policy, programme and research skills
Students on this programme are provided with an allowance
to conduct overseas dissertation fieldwork. |
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| Next
Beginning |
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On-campus: 29 September 2008
Distance learning: various intakes – see http://www.idd.bham.ac.uk/ |
| Appl.
Deadline |
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In general, there are no closing
dates for applications to taught programmes or research
degrees. However, you are advised to apply as early as you
are able because many of our programmes receive more applications
than there are places available. International applicants
should also allow time to obtain a visa. |
| Duration |
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MSc: 1 year full-time, Graduate
Diploma – 9 months
Distance learning MSc: 2–4 years, Postgraduate Diploma:
18 months–4 years |
| Requirements |
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Candidates should have a good
Honours degree, or equivalent from an approved university
(or an equivalent professional qualification in a related
field).· Degrees from all disciplines are considered
· A candidate's work experience is also taken into
consideration. Applicants whose previous experience has
not fully prepared them for an intensive one-year Masters
programme may opt to undertake a course of study beginning
with a one-year Graduate
Diploma in International Development. |
| Structure |
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This programme can studied via
distance learning. You study via a web-based learning environment,
using textbooks and other printed materials, complemented
by our extensive electronic library, and an online discussion
board where you participate in guided discussion activities
with other students and your tutor. |
| Course
fee |
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On-campus: £11,400 (overseas
applicants); £6,750 (home/EU applicants)
Distance learning MSc: £8,100 (overseas and home/EU
applicants), Postgraduate Diploma: £5,400 (overseas
and home/EU applicants) |
For
further
information |
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Distance Learning Office
Tel: + 44 (0)121 414 4969
Email:
distancelearning@contacts.bham.ac.uk
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