POSTGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2018

SHAPING A BETTER WORLD SINCE 1845 WELCOME TO WHAT'S NEXT THINKING

2 3 WELCOME TO QUEEN’S UNIVERSITY BELFAST

WELCOME CONTENTS Queen’s University is among the top one per cent of global universities, and I am delighted that you are considering joining us here in Belfast. 8 Why Postgraduate Study at Queen’s? 42 Postgraduate Taught Programmes A modern capital city, Belfast is a vibrant hub for the creative and tech 9 The Graduate School 44 Your Postgraduate Taught Journey to Queen's sectors, and is known for its welcome, accessibility and affordability. 12 Your Future Career 46 Postgraduate Taught From the day you arrive at Queen’s, you will be part of a world-class 14 World-Class Facilities 48 A–Z of Postgraduate Taught Programmes international university with a vibrant postgraduate culture built on a foundation of exceptional teaching, cutting-edge research, innovation, 15 Support Services 84 A–Z of Professional Doctorates collaboration and engagement. 16 A Global Experience 88 Postgraduate Research Programmes

You will have access to academics who are global leaders in their 18 Research with Global Impact 90 Your Postgraduate Research Journey to Queen's field and will benefit from numerous academic and professional opportunities through our international collaborations. 20 Global Research Institutes 92 Postgraduate Research 24 The Northern Ireland Experience 94 A–Z of Postgraduate Research Programmes You will also enjoy our world-class campus, including our state-of- the-art Graduate School, award-winning student accommodation and 28 The Belfast Experience 112 Summary Tables of Programmes outstanding sporting facilities. 32 Accommodation 120 Campus Map

I do hope you choose Queen’s – we look forward to welcoming you 36 Applying to Queen's 122 Getting Here

and ensuring that your time here becomes the platform for a truly 38 Student Finance and Funding 124 Degree Index wonderful, exciting and fulfilling career. 40 Funding for Postgraduate Study 126 General Index

127 Useful Contacts

Professor James C McElnay Acting President and Vice-Chancellor

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4 5 At the heart of our Graduate School lies a culture of opportunity, innovation and enterprise, fuelled by a diverse and inclusive social community that has ambitions to shape a better world.

6 7 WHY THE POSTGRADUATE GRADUATE THE GATEWAY TO YOUR POSTGRADUATE STUDY AT SCHOOL EXPERIENCE AT QUEEN’S WELCOME FROM PROFESSOR QUEEN’S? MARGARET TOPPING

The Graduate School is the gateway to your postgraduate experience. YOUR GRADUATE SCHOOL: HELPING YOU MAKE “ Originality is being A STATE-OF-THE-ART HUB VALUABLE CONNECTIONS different from oneself, For us at Queen’s University Belfast, the ‘post’ part of the word is We are located in the beautifully restored We have strong links and collaborations with not others.” not simply about what comes next. It’s about something much and remodelled Victorian Lynn library, where leaders in business, government and the Philip Larkin distinguished heritage meets 21st-century voluntary sector, both locally and globally. more dynamic and challenging. vision. This fully accessible space has modern, This means you'll benefit from mentoring hi-tech meeting and group study rooms, relationships and networks, and from our a silent study area and social spaces. It is a international partnerships with other POSTGRADUATE vibrant hub, inspiring intellectual exchange Graduate Schools. Being a postgraduate student at Queen’s The Graduate School is about intellectual TUITION FEE LOAN and collaboration. is about going beyond – beyond current challenge beyond borders. It’s about UP TO THE VALUE OF conceptions and categories, redefining developing new skills, increased personal £5,500 and rethinking assumptions, and having a effectiveness... It’s about a culture of perspective that is flexible and adaptive. opportunity, innovation and enterprise and a AVAILABLE rich, diverse and inclusive social community. SEE PAGE 40 It’s about what we call ‘What’s Next’ thinking. The Queen’s postgraduate experience We train our postgraduates to become is about the whole person; helping you Thinkers, Communicators, Innovators and to achieve personal and academic goals Leaders who are future-ready. And key to this that will enable you to stand out in the process is disciplinary excellence, combined crowded and increasingly competitive with transdisciplinary collaboration. local and global job market.

A partnership involving Academic Schools, Research Institutes and The Graduate School will enable you to stand out as a ‘What’s Next’ thinker. During your Master’s or Doctoral programme, you’ll have the support of internationally-recognised leaders in your field of study. Meanwhile, The Graduate School is a world-class intellectual and social hub, connecting students from all disciplines to each other and to mentors and employers within the University and beyond.

Professor Margaret Topping, Dean of The Graduate School

8 9 THE GRADUATE THE GRADUATE SCHOOL SCHOOL

'WHAT'S NEXT' THINKING OUR PILLARS OUR TAILORED DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES

As a member of our postgraduate community, you These five pillars guide your journey through MASTER YOUR INNOVATION AND CMI The Graduate School. They will form the basis LEAD YOUR PHD LEADERSHIP will become one of the exceptional local, national of the development of your knowledge-based At Queen’s, you access more ENTERPRISE The Graduate School is offering postgraduate students and key competencies, allowing you to test than research excellence. Our The aim of Master Your At The Graduate School, we and international students who join us each year. your ideas and communicate them to your research students communicate Leadership is to support a the chance to earn a Level are committed to encouraging 7 Certificate in Strategic The Graduate School will assist you to be a Thinker, audience with impact. across disciplinary boundaries ‘whole person’ approach to the and supporting innovation, and are challenged to Postgraduate Taught student Management and Leadership, Innovator, Leader and Communicator who is entrepreneurship and accredited by the Chartered translate design thinking into (Master's level) experience enterprise. From harnessing Future-Ready. innovation. Your research skills at Queen’s University. This is Management Institute. There the collective expertise of are a number of ways this will are honed through working achieved through a programme students to work on design with stakeholders to see the of training and development help you stand out and become thinking, to individual 1-2-1 a future-ready, innovative leader: impact you are already having. which complements business mentoring support for Developing your leadership skills disciplinary excellence and students who have ideas they • The certificate will help you to YOUR JOURNEY further will ensure that you are develops employability skills. want to grow into a business, THINKER FUTURE-READY the change you see in the world. develop practical skills as well STARTS HERE… Reflective Confident we deliver wide-ranging as a theoretical understanding Critical creative support. The Graduate School offers a tailored Resilient of a specific area of Strategic Flexible development programme to help Employer-focused Management and Leadership. Disruptive Networked We provide opportunities to inspire and empower you to reach develop creative confidence your full potential. It is embedded • By signing up you will also and explore new ways of be granted an associate within a continuous process of doing things, including: reflection and self-evaluation. membership to CMI while Welcome and you complete the certificate Inspire you through access to Induction • A five-day Core and for 12 months after thought leaders. Entrepreneurship completion. Programme. Develop your skills through an Individual needs • You also gain access to individual training programme. assessment • A range of innovative skills COMMUNICATOR LEADER Management Direct, which Apply these skills and knowledge development workshops, Academic writers Visionary includes a vast array of online through real-world challenges. networking events and Create your own tailored Publicly engaged Strategic resources to help you complete connections with external programme which meets Socially networked Self-aware your certificate and further partners to support in your development needs Professional presenters Collaborative develop your leadership and creative opportunities. management skills. Ongoing, specialist • 1-2-1 business mentoring For further details and costs of support to help you realise and support. the CMI programme: what’s next for you

Visit the dedicated website at All within an go.qub.ac.uk/managers engaging, vibrant, inclusive postgraduate INNOVATOR community Creative Business aware Risk manager Insight driven

10 11 WITH YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY YOUR One-to-one careers and FUTURE enterprise guidance

Career events and CAREER employer fairs

Academic skills development

The Graduate School is a community of creative thinkers and world changers, searching Peer mentoring support together for solutions that will create a better tomorrow. This is the place where physicists Graduate and Researcher work alongside linguists to develop leadership skills, where medics collaborate with creative Plus awards artists to communicate their research to a non-specialist audience, and where engineers seek Postgraduate-led the perspectives of philosophers to tackle global challenges. initiatives funding

Community events and social gatherings

STAND OUT FROM GRADUATE PLUS AWARD ACCESSIBILITY TO WORK- Space for group working THE CROWD (POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT) BASED LEARNING PROJECTS and silent study We provide you with high-quality, Queen’s Graduate Plus award is a vehicle Queen’s University offers access to a transdisciplinary training and development for accrediting work-related learning and real-life work-based project by supporting that will make you stand out in a fast-paced, skills that current postgraduate taught collaborations with external organisations, changing global job market. We’ll help you students develop through extra-curricular providing opportunities for Master's become future leaders by letting you apply activities, including the range of skills students to undertake a work-based your knowledge to real-world challenges, development workshops offered by The project in place of a more traditional giving you the confidence and skills to gain Graduate School. The Graduate Plus is a Master's dissertation. an edge in your career. specific award for Master's students and is recognised by a range of employers. POSTGRADUATE CAREERS EVENTS RESEARCHER PLUS HIGH-QUALITY, AWARD (POSTGRADUATE We give students opportunities to develop TRANSDISCIPLINARY their readiness for the future and manage RESEARCH) TRAINING AND their own careers, whether in academia As well as developing research expertise or beyond. As well as central career in your subject discipline, postgraduate DEVELOPMENT and employer events, we offer career research students have opportunities development programmes to support you to develop a range of skills which are THAT WILL MAKE as you embark on your next steps: transferable beyond their research YOU STAND OUT. degrees to both academic and non- academic careers.

The Queen’s Researcher Plus award provides official recognition of these skills and assists researchers in demonstrating them to employers.

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12 13 WE ARE A BEACON OF LEARNING QUEEN'S HAS A NETWORK OF SUPPORT SERVICES - AND INNOVATION, INVESTING IN THE DEDICATED TO HELPING YOU GET THE MOST FROM WORLD CLASS FUTURE, PROVIDING OUTSTANDING SUPPORT YOUR TIME AT QUEEN’S. WE LOOK AFTER YOUR FACILITIES FOR OUR EXCEPTIONAL HEALTH, EMOTIONAL WELLBEING, EDUCATION, STUDY FACILITIES STUDENTS AND STAFF. SERVICES NEEDS, FINANCIAL SECURITY AND CAREER PROSPECTS.

NEW CENTRES OF LEARNING LANGUAGE CENTRE training and weights areas, four studios, STUDENT GUIDANCE CAREERS, EMPLOYABILITY RESILIENCE, WELLBEING 25m swimming and diving pool, two multi- A striking addition to the Queen’s skyline is Our Language Centre provides you with purpose sports halls, a martial arts area, CENTRE (SGC) AND SKILLS AND COUNSELLING the redeveloped tower on the main campus the opportunity to acquire skills in a two climbing walls, eight squash courts and The SGC is the first place to visit for We offer careers guidance, information Our qualified and experienced counsellors housing the new School of Law. It provides foreign language and improve your career two handball courts. information, support, advice and and advice, to help you develop your can help work through any personal, an innovative teaching environment, prospects through our advanced guidance including: ideas, formulate a career plan and achieve academic and emotional difficulties that including a Moot Court Room, and a student multimedia facilities. CULTURE AND ARTS your goals. We help you connect with impact on your studies. social hub. Not far away, the colourfully- • Careers Service employers, develop your skills and get redeveloped Computer Science Building is STUDENTS’ UNION (SU) We are home to Northern Ireland’s premier • Resilience, Wellbeing and Counselling international work and study experience. providing exciting new facilities and space art house cinema, the Queen’s Film Theatre. SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS Our Students’ Union is rated among the • Disability Services for new modes of teaching for more than We also showcase local and international • Student Finance WITH DISABILITIES top in the UK and is the largest single culture through exhibitions at the Naughton SUPPORT FOR 1000 students. Computer Science is an • International Student Support We offer all kinds of support, including campus Students’ Union in Ireland. Run Gallery and events run by the Seamus institutional priority for Queen’s and for • Learning Development Service INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS School and exam support, by students, for students, it is a social Heaney Centre for Poetry and at the Brian Northern Ireland. • Student Administration Queen's supports international students accommodation requirements and space and a popular entertainment venue. Friel Centre for Theatre Research. before arrival, providing specialist visa and assistance with applications for C A new project will see the creation of a THE M CLAY LIBRARY £41m Student Centre on the site of the IT TRAINING AND SUPPORT immigration advice and leading welcome Disabled Students’ Allowance. Seamus Heaney called it ‘a starship for current SU building. This will bring all the and orientation programmes to help you We provide an introduction to our virtual maximise university life. our scholars.’ Blending the best features University’s student services under one learning and email services, and advice STUDENTS’ UNION of a traditional library with the latest roof, alongside the SU. Work will begin in and support on how to get the best out ADVICE CENTRE technology, the McClay Library welcomes 2019 and the Centre will open in 2021. of University and personal IT equipment. 10,000 students daily. There are spaces for We provide you with essential academic, quiet study and collaborative group work financial and welfare advice. and you’ll have access to extensive book QUEEN’S SPORT and journal collections. There is a thriving sports culture at CHILDCARE Queen’s, offering a choice of over 50 Queen's offers a range of childcare different sports clubs. Our Upper Malone WI-FI AND TECHNOLOGY support, including full-time day care, outdoor facilities are a world-class centre out-of-school care and a summer The Wireless Campus Project is a £1.93m for training and competition, the only place activities scheme. investment programme providing a world- in the UK and Ireland to showcase rugby, class service of connectivity across the Gaelic games and soccer in one space. The University through more than 2000 access Physical Education Centre includes fitness FAITH PROVISION points. It enables you to have anytime, Our chaplains and other religious anywhere access to the resources you representatives serve students and staff need. Our library and IT services also across 12 faiths and denominations. gained a 94% satisfaction score in a recent National Student Survey, establishing Queen’s among the best UK universities in HEALTH these categories. Healthcare and prescriptions are free for everyone in Northern Ireland through the National Health Service (NHS).

If you need to see a doctor or order a prescription, this General Practice provides Find out more NHS (and non-NHS) services qub.ac.uk/directorates/sgc for Queen’s students.

14 15 "Looking back on my time at A GLOBAL Queen’s, one of the most interesting aspects of my experience was the intersection of cultures. I was able to EXPERIENCE learn from – and alongside – students THE WORLD IS COMING TO NORTHERN IRELAND from all around the world." TO LIVE, WORK AND LEARN. WE ARE PROUD TO PLAY Whitney Wall-Bortz, California, PhD Education A LEADING ROLE IN OUR COUNTRY’S GROWING INTERNATIONALISATION.

OUR GLOBAL THE EXCITING DYNAMIC STUDENT LIFE COMMUNITY QUEEN’S QUARTER Student life at Queen’s is dynamic and challenging. We Queen’s is a truly international This is one of the most culturally examine preconceived ideas about the world and tackle university, ranked 25th in the world diverse and cosmopolitan corners global issues through interdisciplinary thinking. for global outlook. of Northern Ireland. Within ten minutes of our main campus, We are developing global leaders. Our Graduate School We currently have 2,100 international there are restaurants for all tastes provides an environment that encourages student- students from over 59 countries. We and traditions, side by side with led initiatives. It is an interactive and international have more than 600 international halal grocers and international microclimate where your opinions and ideas are valued staff from over 70 nationalities. supermarkets, as well as local shops and nurtured and where you can engage with fellow and entertainment venues. students and academics as equals. We have international links with over INTO>> 250 partner institutions and we Throughout the year, there are STUDENT WELLBEING collaborate with 3,000 local, national significant multicultural events for Queen’s has a team of academics and students working and international employers. These all our students, marking key dates together with your well-being in mind. Whatever the links will help you develop your skills such as the Chinese New Year, Eid PREPARING THE PATH query or problem, no matter how big or small, the support and make an impact on the world. and Diwali. TO SUCCESSFUL STUDY team will do their best to help you by exploring options, providing information and making you aware of sources Our partnerships are worldwide – of support. with institutions like Dubai Healthcare INTO Queen’s University Belfast is a college of City, where we have helped to “Not only does Queen’s the University which provides a range of academic develop the Mohammed Bin Rashid preparation and English language courses to help INTERNATIONAL University for Medicine and Health provide great academic equip international students for future study STUDENT SUPPORT Sciences; or with the China Medical at Queen’s. resources but also The International Student Support team are committed University in Shenyang, establishing a unique, human to looking after and supporting international students the China Queen’s College, where At the INTO Queen’s Centre you will find premium when they arrive in the UK. They offer specialist visa and Chinese students are studying in environment that facilities, a learning environment that inspires, and immigration advice, orientation programmes, a ‘welcome’ China for a degree from Queen’s staff who are dedicated to the highest standards motivated me to achieve. service – including tours of the campus facilities and the University Belfast. of teaching and personalised student support. Without this support, I city of Belfast – advice on adjusting to academic study and Our connections create would never be able to For further information on any courses life in university accommodation, and answering queries opportunities for you to receive an engage in conversations available at INTO Queen’s, please contact us on living expenses and local immigration requirements. at +44 (0) 28 9097 6850 or Find out more at qub.ac.uk/isso outstanding international experience with world-class that is designed to help you compete in the global job market – to be a academics.” [email protected] ASK US ANYTHING success wherever in the world your Claire Zhao, career may take you. intohigher.com/queens Our International Student Support team will be delighted PGR Doctoral Student to hear from you before you arrive and will be happy to Our international students go on to make a positive answer any questions you may have. Get in touch with impact all over the world in fields as diverse as them at [email protected] medicine, civil engineering and music. There are active and growing graduate associations in places such as Hong Kong, Malaysia, Jordan, Canada and the US.

16 17 DRIVING CLEAN TECHNOLOGY RESEARCH Queen’s and the Northern Ireland company Wrightbus, which supplies London’s new Routemaster bus, are leading the way in the development of some of the world’s most advanced hybrid engines. This is one of our WITH GLOBAL most enduring research collaborations with industry and has led to the establishment of the William Wright Technology Centre at Queen’s, promoting research and IMPACT advanced engineering for today’s bus industry.

PROVIDING A NEW STREAM OF TALENT Seagate Technology, one of the world’s largest BUILDING A BETTER SOCIETY THROUGH manufacturers of hard disc drives, collaborated with Queen’s to set up ANSIN, a new research centre at A SPIRIT OF INNOVATION AND the School of Mathematics and Physics. It has become COLLABORATION a source of highly-educated and employable PhD students in Science and Technology. It has also led to the establishment of an £8m Centre for Doctoral Training, supported by Seagate and other industry partners. OUR LEADING POSTGRADUATE GROUNDBREAKING AND POSTDOCTORAL COMMUNITY GREEN CHEMISTRY We are committed to the growth of an environment Our partnership with the Malaysian oil and gas giant where ideas and innovation can flourish, where our PETRONAS has led to the development of ionic liquids students and researchers can develop their talents and – green chemistry – hailed as the most important British fulfill their ambitions. innovation of the 21st century. The technology developed by Queen’s University Ionic Liquids Laboratories (QUILL) Flagship programmes are bringing together researchers and PETRONAS is being used to produce mercury-free working across disciplines to address some of the natural gas at plants in Malaysia. greatest global challenges of our time. How do we tackle cancer, respiratory conditions, eye disease? How OUR HEALTHCARE do we help societies recovering from conflict? How do our lives stay secure in the midst of the expanding PARTNERS IN DUBAI information explosion? Queen’s is partnered with Dubai Healthcare City, the world’s largest healthcare free-trade zone, to develop the We’re answering the big questions – and we’re doing it Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health here in Belfast. Sciences and its College of Medicine. It is a long-term partnership and collaboration to address the healthcare OUR WORLD-RANKING education, training and research needs of Dubai and RESEARCH REPUTATION other regional communities.

Queen’s University is in the top one per cent of FROM RESEARCH TO ENTERPRISE global universities, ranked 8th in the UK for research intensity and 9th in the world for international research Every day our talented researchers work on new ideas collaboration. We have established global networks, and new concepts, making exciting discoveries that working with more than 250 institutions and partners. expand knowledge that can advance global society.

Our research reputation is attracting major international QUBIS, our venture spin-out arm, is translating much investment. For example, California-based CV6 of that research into impact. QUBIS companies have an Therapeutics has chosen to partner with our Centre annual turnover of £215m and sustain 1800 high-value for Cancer Research and Cell Biology, with an initial jobs in Northern Ireland. These companies include Andor investment of £5.5m, on the development of a new drug Technology, developer of scientific cameras, and Kainos, with the potential to make chemotherapy more effective. the digital technology company. Both are now highly successful global enterprises.

18 19 GLOBAL RESEARCH INSTITUTES

Working to ensure a healthy global population, and an inclusive, secure and enriched society. Professor Jose Bengoechea, Centre The Centre for Cancer Research and Cell Professor Jayne Woodside, Centre for Director, Wellcome-Wolfson Institute for Biology is working with partners around Public Health and the Institute for Global Tackling the familiar problems of disease, the new challenges of the digital age – and more. Experimental Medicine. the world in developing cancer treatments Food Security. and pioneering advances in patient care.

THE INSTITUTE FOR The project will involve key players in the It is also playing a key role in a major THE INSTITUTE FOR application, working through global and cell biology and clinical trials. We food industry, research organisations and partnership tackling the challenge of networks to develop cancer treatments are focused on understanding why GLOBAL FOOD SECURITY governments and is being coordinated feeding the world’s growing population. HEALTH SCIENCES and pioneering advances in patient care. patients develop diseases and making the Queen’s University was rated No.1 for by Professor Chris Elliott, Pro-Vice- Through the European Institute of The Institute for Health Sciences Major programmatic awards in colorectal discoveries which will lead to new therapies Agriculture, Food and Veterinary Sciences Chancellor of Queen’s, who led the Innovation and Technology, a Knowledge at Queen’s University is focused on and prostate cancer, digital and molecular and improvements in their quality of life. (REF 2014), based on research intensity. independent review of the UK’s food and Innovation Community on Food has addressing major global challenges in the pathology underpin the focus on Precision We are leading the world in addressing one system, following the horsemeat scandal been formed, involving 50 major companies, areas of cancer, respiratory conditions, Medicine. Recent advances at CCRCB Globally recognised research includes of the greatest global challenges – how to in 2013. universities and scientific partners. eye disease and diabetic vascular include the discovery of how a genomic the recent discovery about why Klebsiella ensure the safety and sustainability of our complications. approach to understanding bowel cancer pneumonia, one of the hospital superbugs, food systems. The Institute has gained a worldwide From 2018, the Institute will have a new could improve the prognosis and quality of is so resistant to the last line antibiotic. reputation for research in several areas home. It will be a core component of the The Institute promotes interdisciplinary life for patients. This means potential treatments can now Led by Professor Nigel Scollan, a world of food safety, including uncovering high University’s new £39m School of Biological research in each of these areas through be developed to fight this killer infection. expert in animal agriculture and associated levels of toxic arsenic in rice, the staple diet Sciences building which will offer the most integration of basic scientific and The Centre for Public Health is working There is also a direct focus on addressing supply chains, the Institute’s work is of half the world’s population. Researchers modern teaching and research facilities for population-based research, translational to identify risk factors that impact on the global issues such as diabetes, asthma, conducted around three main themes have also found that almost half of baby rice 750 students and 170 staff. platforms and delivery of innovative clinical health of the individual and the population, acute respiratory distress syndrome and – the development of future farming products contain high levels of inorganic trials and clinical research. to understand the causes of the major cystic fibrosis. systems, food safety and authenticity and arsenic, despite new limits set by the EU. go.qub.ac.uk/gri-igfs global health problems today.We are traceability, and human nutrition. The Institute has three operational working to develop screening programmes Together the three divisions are exploiting divisions: the Centre for Cancer Research and interventions to reduce the burden advanced technologies and state-of-the- Currently it is leading one of the world’s and Cell Biology (CCRCB), the Centre of chronic disease. The need to improve art facilities to promote interdisciplinary largest food safety projects, a Europe- for Public Health (CPH) and, the latest human nutrition in both the developed collaboration and drive competitive China partnership to tackle food fraud, addition, the Wellcome-Wolfson Institute and developing world is also a major research programmes in partnership with through an award of 10m euro by the EU for Experimental Medicine. The state-of research focus. Recent research from the health and social care sector and local, Horizon 2020 programme and the Chinese the-art facilities developed at the Institute CPH informed World Health Organisation national and global pharmaceutical and Ministry of Science and Technology. are part of an investment of over £100m (Europe) guidance on green space biotech industries. over the past decade in laboratory and interventions for health. clinical research infrastructure. go.qub.ac.uk/gri-ihs The Wellcome-Wolfson Institute for The Centre for Cancer Research and Experimental Medicine houses 50 research Cell Biology focuses on accelerating the groups including experts in the fields of delivery of scientific discovery to clinical immunology, microbiology, molecular

The Institute for Global Food Security is at the forefront of tackling one of the greatest global challenges – how to ensure a sufficient, safe and nutritious supply of food for the world’s population.

20 21 We are working to help peace-building in conflict and post-conflict societies, informing and advising some of the Dr Godfrey Gaston, Operations Director, Institute of Dr Gareth Conway, Lecturer, Institute of Electronics, highest diplomatic decision and policy-makers, politicians and activists throughout the world. Electronics, Communications and Information Technology. Communications and Information Technology.

THE SENATOR GEORGE J. MITCHELL The Institute’s key research themes include: THE INSTITUTE OF ELECTRONICS, The Institute has three pillars: INSTITUTE FOR GLOBAL PEACE, • Legacy Issues – How do peace processes become a COMMUNICATIONS AND • The Centre for Secure Information Technologies (CSIT) SECURITY AND JUSTICE part of everyday life? INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY One of only seven UK Innovation and Knowledge Centres, and home to some of the world’s foremost Questions about peace, security and justice dominate • Justice and Rights – How to embed international ECIT is transforming Northern Ireland into a world- cyber security experts. the discourse of governments, international agencies human rights norms into local cultures? leading centre for enterprise and innovation. It is based and civil society. As it emerges from conflict, Northern at Catalyst Inc – formerly the Northern Ireland Science • The Centre for Wireless Innovation - Integrating the • Security – How do we secure ‘just’ and ethical areas of wireless communications and high frequency Ireland can help to answer these questions and offer responses to a range of security risks? Park – where it became the anchor tenant in 2004. valuable comparative insights, and it is doing so through Now there are more than 160 companies on the site, electronics. the work of the Mitchell Institute. • Ideology and Beliefs – How do values and beliefs in employing 2,500 people. • The Centre for Data Sciences and Scalable Computing different cultures shape approaches to peace-building? - At the heart of the data explosion. Named after the distinguished US diplomat who was a Our world has become increasingly digitised, affecting major influence in bringing peace to Northern Ireland Among recent major collaborative projects is an how we communicate, manage our finances, access ECIT’s continued success has been highlighted in three (later serving as Queen’s Chancellor), the Institute’s role £800,000 award from the Arts and Humanities healthcare, and even how we interact with household recent events: is to respond to the unprecedented challenge of building Research Council with investigators examining the role devices. But with this digital growth, new challenges arise: a peaceful, secure and inclusive world. of sound, narrative, music-making and digital media in how to process, transmit and secure large volumes of • The award of a Queen’s Anniversary Prize to CSIT for conflict transformation. information and how to accelerate the global adoption its work in protecting the online activity of billions of It brings together the University’s unparalleled expertise, of technical innovations for greatest economic impact. internet users around the world: linking peace-making with social transformation and go.qub.ac.uk/gri-mitchell pointing out the need for governance reform of state ECIT is answering these questions and in the process it is • The granting of a Regius Professorship to Queen’s, institutions alongside cultural and social processes for redefining wireless communication and sensing systems celebrating research that is internationally excellent healing in society. for the 21st century. and has a major impact on wider society and the economy. To answer questions that are not immediately www.ecit.qub.ac.uk • The award of a Knighthood to Professor John answerable from a single perspective, there is an McCanny, ECIT’s head and founder. emphasis on multidisciplinarity and interdisciplinarity, with international researchers from fields as diverse At CSIT, multinational partners include BAE Systems, as Politics, History, Mental Health, Management and Cisco, Infosys, IBM and Thales. It is the UK’s largest Planning working together. This collaborative research academic research and innovation centre in cyber also includes a shared grant with the Centre for Secure security and one of the largest in Europe. It has also Information Technologies (CSIT) looking at cyber retained its ‘Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber security and issues of trust, privacy and ethics. Security Research’ status, first awarded in 2012 by the National Cyber Security Centre.

Professor Hastings Donnan, Director of the Senator George J. Mitchell Institute for Global Peace, Security and Justice.

22 23 A place that has produced poets, scientists, historians, musicians, engineers, writers, leaders of society... We’re building on a rich heritage of culture and creativity, BELFAST NAMED NORTHERN supporting new generations of thinkers THE HAPPIEST and innovators who will make their mark in the world. People like you. CITY IN THE UK OFFICE FOR NATIONAL This is a place of rugged, natural beauty, STATISTICS 2016 IRELAND: where every day there’s something new to discover. Breathtaking landscapes, lakes and forests. A dramatic coastline. Exciting BIG HEART cities. And the friends you haven’t met yet. BIG VISION

24 25 THE NORTHERN 1. Botanic Gardens in Belfast is popular with tourists. 3 2. The Dark Hedges, an iconic piece of nature, made famous by Game Of Thrones. IRELAND 3. Slieve Donard, the tallest peak in Northern Ireland. 4. Victoria Square, Belfast's premier EXPERIENCE shopping destination.

A GLOBAL DESTINATION 2 Northern Ireland is becoming a must-see destination for global travellers. Massive cruise ships are now a familiar sight on Belfast Lough, bringing tourists awed by what they discover. But more and more people from all over the world are also coming, not as visitors, but to study, work and live.

ADVENTURE ON YOUR DOORSTEP You’re never more than a short distance away from a beach, a hillside, a river, or a landmark to our history.

Take an exciting road trip along the twisting, turning North Coast road and marvel at the spectacular views. SWEEPING TO THE SEA See the Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, plunge into the Atlantic surf near Royal Portrush Our tallest peak, Slieve Donard, dominates the Mourne Golf Club where The Open will be played in 2019, or Mountains, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and steel your nerves to cross the famous Carrick-a-Rede the inspiration for C.S. Lewis’ magical world of Narnia. rope bridge. And all in one day. Soak up the rich culture, heritage and mythology of the region, and enjoy sweeping views down to the sea as you scale the fantastical soaring mountains in search of Aslan.

1 GAME OF THRONES The most popular TV series in the world is filmed throughout Northern Ireland and at the Titanic studios in Belfast. Tour the real locations – both spectacular and mysterious, such as the Dark Hedges – that have helped to create the legend and have fuelled the growth of our local film industry. GATEWAY TO EUROPE Uniquely and perfectly positioned within easy reach of the Republic of Ireland, the rest of the UK and mainland Europe, this is the perfect UK student destination for exploration and adventure. It’s a short hop from Belfast to other UK major cities, less than a couple of hours to Paris, while Dublin is just 100 miles down the road.

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26 27 You’re going to like it here. So make yourself at home. Belfast is a modern capital city, welcoming, easy to get around and an inexpensive place in which to live RECENTLY VOTED BELFAST: and study. It is also a learning city. It has a THE BEST CITY IN passion for progress – a passion shared by Queen’s University. THE UK FRIENDLY, GUARDIAN TRAVEL As Belfast flourishes as a global food, AWARDS 2016 culture, arts and shopping destination, AFFORDABLE, Queen’s is positioned in the beating heart of the city’s social and economic pulse, sharing a commitment to excellence, AMBITIOUS innovation and prosperity.

28 29 2 THE BELFAST 1. Belfast City Centre 2. Belfast has an ever-growing food and coffee scene EXPERIENCE 3. Titanic Belfast

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GETTING AROUND Belfast is a compact city, best explored by foot or by bicycle. The city’s popular Belfast Bikes scheme has cycle racks located all over the city. There are good bus and train services, with student travel discounts widely available.

A CITY OF CULTURE Beautiful architecture, art galleries and museums, such as the Ulster and Titanic Museums, speak to our rich history, which has shaped the city’s unique character, while the thriving music and arts scene has created a modern cultural landscape of effortlessly cool gig venues, pop-up theatres and urban festivals.

Queen’s University is at the heart of a city of artists, poets, writers and musicians who are celebrated in areas such as the Cathedral Quarter, with its busy restaurants, pubs and arts venues, such as the MAC and the Black Box. The energy of the city is tangible in the legendary nightclubs, artisan cafés and cloth-cap bars that line the cobbled streets, where street art, street food and street markets deliver a colourful punch at every turn.

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LIVE, LEARN AND BE UK’s fastest-growing economies, leading A LOW COST OF LIVING advances in technology and providing rich INSPIRED opportunities for graduates to develop Belfast is more affordable than every other BELFAST HAS THE The Queen’s campus is an exciting their talents and careers. major student city in the UK (Mercer, 2016). LOWEST COST OF landscape that reflects its 170-year history LIVING IN THE UK and its 21st century vision. Our University The Titanic Quarter has become an At an average of £46 per week, Belfast is an engine of advancement, serving economic and technological powerhouse, was found to have the cheapest weekly students and city. One of Belfast’s largest hosting global companies such as Citi, rent than anywhere else in the UK in 2016 employers with over 3,700 staff, it also Microsoft, IBM and HBO. Catalyst Inc, (Marbles.com). contributes £1 billion to the local economy formerly the NI Science Park, houses and supports over 9,250 full-time jobs. 160 companies which are spearheading The average student’s weekly food shopping bill comes to only £16, well below tech innovation. It is also the home of (Mercer, 2016) A CONNECTED CITY Queen’s globally-renowned Centre for the national average of £24. Secure Information Technologies which Belfast has the best fibre coverage has helped to create 1,100 new jobs in among major UK cities with 97% superfast cyber security in Belfast over the past broadband coverage. It is also one of the three years.

30 31 ACCOMMODATION WHAT WE OFFER

STUDYING IN BELFAST IS A FANTASTIC EXPERIENCE. CONTEMPORARY ADDED EXTRAS INCLUDED Information on how to apply will be sent IT’S EVEN BETTER WHEN YOU KNOW YOU’RE LIVING automatically to all offer holders, and you APARTMENTS TAILORED IN YOUR RENT are advised to apply even if Queen’s is your SOMEWHERE SAFE, COMFORTABLE AND AFFORDABLE. TO POSTGRADUATE AND Our all-inclusive residential fees include insurance choice. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS rent, all utility bills (electricity, heating and hot water), contents insurance, maintenance Applications open in January. Located a short walk from the main repairs, TV licence for communal areas, campus, our purpose-built postgraduate weekly clean of communal areas and high PRIVATE RENTED Queen’s is Belfast’s largest provider of student NEW ACCOMMODATION AVAILABLE accommodation, Willow Walk, offers a speed broadband with high speed Wi-Fi accommodation with over 2,245 places. And we mix of studio, one, two, three, and four- throughout all accommodation. Our ACCOMMODATION are growing. An investment of £72m in the city centre will FROM SEPTEMBER 2018 bedroom apartments, each with a modern Residential Life Co-ordinators also offer Private rent in Belfast is lower than in contemporary design. Apartments are light see a further 1,200 student rooms by September 2018. Queen’s new city centre accommodation will be available support, help and guidance on settling into other UK cities and there is plenty of and spacious, and each study bedroom has a from September 2018. student life in Belfast. accommodation in the Queen’s Quarter, Accommodation for our postgraduate students double bed and shared bathroom facilities. within a 10-minute walk of the campus. is offered on a self-catering basis and is within a short walk The new Queen’s accommodation has over 1,200 bed COUPLES AND FAMILIES of university facilities including the sports centre, library spaces and is just a 15 minute walk to Queen’s campus. OPTIONS TO SUIT ALL The website nihestudentpad.co.uk is and most key campus buildings. And there are plenty of BUDGETS AND LIFESTYLES We have a wide range of accommodation recommended by the Students’ Union local bars, shops and cafes nearby. Students living here can avail of frequent Metro links and options for students travelling with family to help students search for private secure bike stores in a location close to Belfast Bikes and By choosing Queen’s Accommodation, members or dependants. Please contact rental accommodation. public cycle rental points. students benefit from the advantages of us to discuss requirements for suitable the University managing and supporting housing before you apply. To assess the location of private sector The new city centre accommodation is just a short walk their living needs. This includes a residential accommodation in relation to the University, to city retail areas and the vibrant social scene, with life programme which features events and OPTIONS SUMMARY: you can enter the University postcode cafes and restaurants on your doorstep. pastoral care, 24/7 safety and security, as (BT7 1NN) into an online map search. well as regular maintenance. • Single or mixed gender accommodation Described by Lonely Planet as ‘a must see destination’, Alternatively, for more independent living, • Residences suitable for couples, families Belfast is a top European destination and is one of and dependents Europe’s most friendly and fashionable capitals. It is Mount Charles is located just off Botanic a compact city that is easy and safe to explore. Avenue, two minutes from the main campus • Private or shared bathrooms and right in the heart of one of Belfast’s most vibrant areas. • Studio, one - six bedroom apartments ROOM TYPES AND COSTS • Twin, standard, premium standard, en suite and premium en suite room options Mount Charles has a number of room options including a twin, standard, premium standard, en suite and premium en suite for ACCOMMODATION you to choose from. IS GUARANTEED FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS As a guide, our accommodation prices in 2017/18 range from £73 per week if sharing International postgraduate students are a twin room and up to £165 for an exclusive given priority for a place in University one-bedroom apartment in Willow Walk. accommodation for at least their first This makes us one of the cheapest places year at Queen’s. You should submit an to rent in Belfast. For your convenience we application as soon as you can in order to also have a variety of payment plans to help be allocated the room type you need. you decide which best suits your situation. HOW TO APPLY FOR

ACCOMMODATION Find out more Register online and complete an T: +44 (0)28 9097 4525 application form as soon as you have stayatqueens.com received a conditional or unconditional offer to study at Queen’s.

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34 35 ENGLISH LANGUAGE APPLICANTS WITH A record will not debar an applicant unless REQUIREMENTS DISABILITY OR LONG-TERM the nature and seriousness of the offence APPLYING in question are incompatible with: If your first language is not English, CONDITION • the study programme applied for evidence of an acceptable level of If you have declared a disability or long- • the ultimate professional or TO QUEEN'S proficiency will be required. In addition, term condition at the time of application vocational goal applicants who are non-EEA nationals and you receive an offer, you will be • participation in an academic and social must satisfy the UK Visas and Immigration directed to a questionnaire, which you setting and the University’s responsibility (UKVI) immigration requirements for to ensure a safe and neutral environment. Applications for admission to the majority There is no standard closing date for A guide to the general entry requirements should complete and return to the English language for visa purposes. This of postgraduate programmes are postgraduate research programmes for postgraduate taught programmes, Disability Services unit. evidence should be in the form of a Secure Regulations concerning admission submitted online via the Postgraduate however you should check the website of expressed in terms of UK Honours English Language Test (SELT), normally the of applicants who have a criminal Applications Portal (go.qub.ac.uk/ the School/Institute in which you hope to degree classifications, is provided in each The information you provide will be treated IELTS Academic for UKVI Purposes test, record are available at pgapply). The online system also allows conduct your research for information on subject section within this Prospectus. as sensitive and kept strictly confidential. It or another English language qualification go.qub.ac.uk/PGAdmissionsPolicy application for funding where appropriate. deadline dates (and eligibility requirements) Detailed entry requirements and further will only be used to plan for your individual acceptable to the University which for postgraduate funding applications. This information on individual programmes is support requirements, ensuring that your examines all four elements of language The following programmes have separate will also determine when your application available on the University’s online Course transition to Queen’s is as smooth as learning – Listening, Reading, Writing ADMISSIONS APPEALS AND application procedures, so please refer to for a place should be submitted. Finder at go.qub.ac.uk/coursefinder possible (see also page 14). and Speaking. COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE the appropriate School/Institute webpage: Closing dates apply for admission to the If you need any advice about disclosing a If you consider that your application has Within this Prospectus, the English • Postgraduate Diploma in Professional following postgraduate programmes: RECOGNITION OF PRIOR disability, or the arrangements which we not been dealt with fairly, you should language requirement for entry to Legal Studies (Institute of Professional LEARNING (RPL) can make, please contact: contact the Admissions and Access Service each postgraduate taught and research Legal Studies: qub.ac.uk/ipls) • Postgraduate Certificate in Education in the first instance. The University operates a Recognition programme is expressed in terms of • Professional Doctorates in Psychology (PGCE): 1 November 2017 at 5pm. Disability Services of Prior Learning (RPL) scheme which IELTS Academic test scores. The IELTS (School of Psychology: qub.ac.uk/psy) • Postgraduate Diploma in Professional T: +44 (0)28 9097 5250 REGISTRATION recognises relevant prior learning for Academic scores listed are the minimum Legal Studies: 16 November 2017 (12 noon) E: [email protected] admission and/or credit purposes. overall score requirements. For each If you are accepted for a programme A step-by-step guide on the application • Professional Doctorates in Psychology: individual test component, the minimum of study, you must provide original and admissions process is available at normally early January, but please refer to For some programmes, admission under score required is normally 5.5, however for APPLICANTS WITH A documentary proof of your academic go.qub.ac.uk/pgapplicationguide. If you the School’s website: qub.ac.uk/psy Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning some programmes the component scores CRIMINAL RECORD qualifications (and English language need further advice, please contact: • MA Legislative Studies and Practice (RPEL) may be permitted and, if applicable, necessary may be higher. Please refer to qualifications and/or certified English (subject to final approval): It is the policy of the University to consider this will be indicated under the individual the University’s online Course Finder for translations where appropriate). You Admissions and Access Service 19 February 2018 at 4pm. applications for admission on their programme entry in the online Course individual programme requirements at will also need to bring photographic Queen’s University Belfast • MA Global Security and Borders: individual merit in the light of all available Finder. Please visit go.qub.ac.uk/RPLpolicy go.qub.ac.uk/coursefinder. For details of identification (passport or driving licence) Belfast BT7 1NN 31 May 2018 at 4pm. information. The primary selection criteria for the University’s RPL Policy and other English language qualifications which with you to registration. International T +44 (0)28 9097 3004 are those related to the qualifications, information on application procedures. may be accepted by the University please students will be required to provide F +44 (0)28 9097 5151 Please check our online Course Finder for skills, abilities and personal qualities of an visit go.qub.ac.uk/EnglishLanguageReqs applicant. The University will investigate passport and visa information. Details E [email protected] full details of application closing dates of arrangements for enrolment and (go.qub.ac.uk/coursefinder). the criminal record of a new applicant only VISA AND IMMIGRATION if the primary selection criteria for the registration will be provided in your WHEN TO APPLY programme have been met. The University Welcome Guide. Visa and Immigration requirements can Some of our postgraduate taught courses ACCEPTABILITY OF acknowledges the key role of education in sometimes seem intimidating; Queen’s have closing dates, and we have highlighted QUALIFICATIONS FOR the rehabilitative process and a criminal Find out more go.qub.ac.uk/pgapply those with the earliest closing dates below. ADMISSION provides a high-level of support and advice You should check our online Course Finder on UK student visas directly for you. Working for full details of all application closing For admission, an Honours degree from a within Office of the Immigration Services dates (go.qub.ac.uk/coursefinder). UK or Republic of Ireland Higher Education Commissioner’s code of standards (OISC), Provider, or an equivalent qualification the International Student Support office is Where a closing date does not apply, we acceptable to the University is normally here to help you make a smooth transition do recommend that you apply as early required. Professional qualifications and/or from your home country to life in Belfast. as possible, ideally no later than 31 July, experience may be considered in for courses which commence in late combination with academic qualifications For information on how visa requirements September. If demand for a course is high, for entry to some programmes. are calculated, as well as Points Based System it may be necessary for us to introduce (PBS) and your Confirmation of Acceptance an earlier closing date, and this will be Only qualifications that have been awarded for Studies (CAS) number, please see: advertised in the online Course Finder. by accredited Higher Education Providers, go.qub.ac.uk/intvisa Early application is also recommenced, as, recognised by the University, will be for a number of our courses, arrangements accepted. If you are an international student Further information is also available at: may have to be made for interviews. In with a query about the acceptability of www.gov.uk/visas-immigration addition, international applicants need to your academic qualification, you should allow sufficient time to obtain a student refer to the ‘Your Country’ section of entry visa. the University’s website (go.qub.ac.uk/ YourCountry) for advice on comparability with UK qualifications. 36 37 PAYING FEES AT ENROLMENT INTERNATIONAL POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT STUDENT FINANCE Payment can be made at enrolment either online, FR1 (classroom based courses) £15,700 in person, or by phone, using a credit or debit card. FR2 (laboratory based courses) £19,600 Payment can also be made by cheque or bank transfer. FR4 (clinical element of Cash payments are restricted to a maximum of £300 Medical and Dental courses) £35,800 AND FUNDING and can ONLY be made at the Student Finance Office.

Queries on the terms and conditions of the payment POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH options can be directed to either: FR1 (classroom based courses) £15,855 FR2 (laboratory based courses) £19,700 • Student Helpline: +44 (0)28 9097 3223, • email: [email protected], or FR4 (clinical element of Medical • refer to: qub.ac.uk/TuitionFees for further information. and Dental courses) £36,540

EXCEPTIONS INTRODUCTION In addition to the exceptions noted, different fees may be FAILURE TO PAY FEES agreed for certain courses. Prospective students should MSc Accounting and Finance £18,200 Failure to pay tuition fees, or make appropriate Tuition fee arrangements for students from Northern refer to for course costs and go.qub.ac.uk/coursefinder arrangements to pay tuition fees, by the relevant deadline, MSc Economics £17,600 Ireland, those from England, Scotland and Wales (Great tuition fees. Britain), and those from the rest of the European will result in the student being suspended. Students should MSc Finance £18,200 note that if registration has been suspended, they may not Union are detailed below. Tuition fee information for Please also see for updates on all MSc HR Management £18,200 qub.ac.uk/TuitionFees proceed to the next year/stage of their programme nor, if international students is available on page 39. tuition fees. applicable, graduate until that debt is repaid. MSc International Business £18,200

MSc Management POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH TUITION FEE PAYMENT OPTIONS £18,200 OTHER COSTS MSc Marketing £18,200 The standard tuition fee for postgraduate research A number of options are available, to pay tuition fees. For some courses, students are required to purchase MSc Quantitative Finance £18,200 Students can either: students from Northern Ireland, Great Britain, or the instruments, equipment or attend field courses, the rest of the European Union, for 2018-19, had not been MSc Risk and Investment Management £18,200 • Sign up to a Direct Debit and make a minimum 25 per cost of which is additional to tuition fees. Information set at the time of publication. These will be set in early on additional course costs is available at MBA £20,000 2018. The standard tuition fee for 2017-18 was £4,195. cent payment at enrolment, followed by three further bi-monthly payments in November, January and March. go.qub.ac.uk/coursefinder.

POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT • Pay the full tuition fee on enrolment. INTERNATIONAL POSTGRADUATE Postgraduate taught tuition fees for 2018-19 are • Provide evidence that a sponsor will pay fees on TUITION FEES Note: standard international postgraduate fees are as follows: their behalf. Students must provide an official letter listed by fee rate, but different fees may be agreed for confirming this fact at enrolment. Students will remain The payment of deposits for one year postgraduate certain courses. taught courses is mandatory for international students. Standard Postgraduate Taught: £5,500 liable for the full fee until this letter is presented to the Student Finance Office. Where a sponsor has not paid Details will be communicated by the Admissions and Tuition fees quoted are for study in the academic the fees due by 31 January, the outstanding debt will Access Service. year 2018-19 only. Tuition fees are subject to annual EXCEPTIONS revert to the student. inflationary increases. Information on how tuition fees MSc Accounting and Finance £6,500 If the student’s visa application is successful, but the are calculated is available at www.qub.ac.uk/tuitionfees • Apply to the Student Loans Company for a postgraduate student chooses not to accept his/her place at the MSc Applied Cyber Security £12,600 tuition fee loan. Please see qub.ac.uk/TuitionFees for University, the deposit will not be refunded. To confirm the fee rate of a particular course, MSc Economics £6,500 further information. prospective students should contact either: MSc Finance £6,500 The standard tuition fees for international postgraduate Please also note that 25 per cent of the tuition fee liability, students, commencing a course in 2018-19, are as Student Helpline: +44 (0)28 9097 3223, MSc HR Management £7,000 due at enrolment, is non-refundable. For full details of the follows: (FR = Fee Rate) • email: [email protected], or MSc Management £6,500 University’s Withdrawal Policy, please refer to the Student • refer to: go.qub.ac.uk/coursefinder for MSc Marketing £7,000 Finance Framework located at further information. qub.ac.uk/TuitionFees MSc Quantitative Finance £6,500 The options available for paying tuition fees are outlined MSc Risk and Investment PAYING BY DIRECT DEBIT on page 38. Management £6,500 Masters in Law £7,000 A minimum amount of 25 per cent of full tuition fees must Find out more: be paid at enrolment, with the balance being covered MBA £20,000 by the Direct Debit scheme. This 25 per cent payment is qub.ac.uk/TuitionFees non-refundable. The bank account holder must complete go.qub.ac.uk/coursefinder Tuition fees quoted are for study in the academic a Direct Debit mandate and return this to the Student year 2018-19 only. Tuition fees are subject to annual Finance Office by early October. The Direct Debit inflationary increases. Information on how tuition fees scheme is only available to those who have a current are calculated is available at www.qub.ac.uk/tuitionfees account with a UK bank which is registered for the Direct Debit scheme.

38 39 FUNDING FOR Arts and Humanities Research Department of Agriculture, APPLICANTS FROM COUNTRIES Applicants from Mexico Council (AHRC) Postgraduate Environment and Rural OUTSIDE THE EU Applicants from Mexico can apply Research Studentships Affairs (DAERA) Postgraduate for the CONACyT award. POSTGRADUATE STUDY A number of studentships may be available Research Studentships University International Postgraduate go.qub.ac.uk/international for research degrees in Arts and Humanities DAERA (formerly DARD) normally funds research Research Studentships For more information, please contact the subject areas. Details of the AHRC Northern courses relevant to the agricultural, horticultural, University-funded studentships for International Office on+44 (0)28 9097 5088 The majority of funding available STUDENTS FROM ENGLAND Bridge Doctoral Training Partnership and forestry, fishing or food processing industries. international (non-EU) students may be or email [email protected] AHRC Centre for Doctoral Training in the Applications can be made directly to DAERA at is for full-time postgraduate Postgraduate student loans are available if Celtic Languages will be advertised at available for postgraduate research into daera-ni.gov.uk/articles/postgraduate-study you're an English-resident. You may be eligible the 'Find out more' link opposite and on specific strategic research areas. Details are APPLICANTS FROM DEVELOPING/ research. for a loan of up to £10,000 to study a taught available at the 'Find out more' link below or the relevant Faculty/School website at COMMONWEALTH COUNTRIES Applicants are advised to explore fully the or research Master's in any subject. Full details qub.ac.uk/schools NI residents: fees plus maintenance. on the relevant Faculty/School website at funding opportunities for studying in the UK, are available at www.gov.uk/postgraduate-loan Other UK residents: fees only. qub.ac.uk/schools for example, international students may find UK residents: fees plus maintenance. Other EEA (including EU) residents: fees only. Commonwealth Shared Scholarship funding is available from sources within their APPLICANTS FROM THE UK Other EEA (including EU) residents: Non-EU residents: Scheme for Postgraduate Taught Study own countries. Some closing dates can be a AND OTHER EU COUNTRIES fees only. The Wellcome Trust and National normally fees plus maintenance. year before commencing studies, so please Institutes of Health Postgraduate At Queen’s, subject to availability of funding ensure to apply in good time. Possible sources Note: where it states ‘UK residents’, Economic and Social Research Council from the Commonwealth Scholarship of funding are available at Research Studentships Applicants from all countries Commission, there will be up to three please note that qualifying residency (ESRC) Postgraduate Studentships go.qub.ac.uk/intlschol and citizenship/nationality criteria apply. This annual competition offers postgraduate British Chevening Awards scholarships allocated for eligible taught For further details, please refer to the A number of studentships may be available students collaborative PhD training at academic chevening.org/apply postgraduate students on one of the The funding set out in this section includes expanded eligibility criteria available at for research in economic and social science laboratories in the UK or Republic of Ireland and British Council following one-year courses (subject to funding available from the University and the 'Find out more' link opposite. subject areas. Details of the ESRC Northern confirmation): the MSc Advanced Food from some external sources. Information at the National Institutes of Health in the USA. britishcouncil.org Ireland and North East Doctoral Training Safety; the MPH in Global Health; and the provided in this section is intended to Royal Commission 1851 Department For The Economy Partnership (NINE DTP) will be advertised at https://wellcome.ac.uk/funding royalcommission1851.org MA Conflict Transformation and Social highlight some sources of funding: it is not a 'Find out more' link opposite and on comprehensive list of funding sources. Postgraduate Research Studentships wellcome.ac.uk/funding/four-year-phd Justice. The scholarship covers the student’s the relevant Faculty/School website at tuition fees, a maintenance grant and programmes-studentships-basic-scientists Applying for funding which is available from Studentships funded by the Department qub.ac.uk/schools Applicants from the USA travel costs. No funding is available for the University is part of an integrated, online, for the Economy (DfE) are offered in a wide Fulbright Scholarships dependants. Only students from developing postgraduate admissions process. An offer range of subject areas across all Faculties UK residents: fees plus maintenance. UNIVERSITY-FUNDED Commonwealth countries are eligible to Other EEA (including EU) residents: fees only. of a place at Queen’s does not constitute an and Schools. POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT fulbright.org.uk apply. Details at the 'Find out more' link below. offer of financial support. SCHOLARSHIPS UK residents: fees plus maintenance. Leverhulme Interdisciplinary Network Mary McNeill Scholarship Other EEA (including EU) residents: fees only. A limited number of scholarships and Commonwealth Scholarship Commission For 2018 entry, Faculties and Schools in the on Cybersecurity and Society (LINCS) qub.ac.uk/schools/IrishStudiesGateway/ University will be setting their own deadlines bursaries may be available for specific taught ProspectiveStudents/MADiplomaIrish cscuk.dfid.gov.uk for postgraduate applications for admissions, Department For The Economy Postgraduate Research Studentships Master's courses. Further details can be found studentships and scholarships. Applicants on the relevant Faculty/School website and at Studies/Sourcesoffunding/ Co-Operative Awards In Science A number of studentships may be available for A range of scholarships and fellowships are who wish to apply for postgraduate funding go.qub.ac.uk/pgstudy And Technology (CAST) Postgraduate research into the technological and societal Marshall Scholarships available for citizens of developed and devel- available from the University for 2017 entry aspects of cybersecurity. LINCS has been oping Commonwealth countries. should refer to the relevant Faculty and Research Studentships established to support pioneering research North-South (Ireland) marshallscholarship.org School websites for information. Details may These studentships funded by the Department at the interface between the Social Sciences be found at qub.ac.uk/schools Postgraduate Scholarships Aga Khan Foundation Awards for the Economy (DfE – formerly DEL) are for and Electronic Engineering and Computer US Federal Loans specific research projects in collaboration with Science. LINCS brings together The Senator A limited number of scholarships may be akdn.org/akf_scholarships.asp POSTGRADUATE TUITION FEE LOAN an industrial sponsor. George J. Mitchell Institute for Global Peace, available for outstanding students from the Many US students opt to finance their For outstanding students from developing FOR STUDENTS FROM NORTHERN Security and Justice and the Centre for Secure Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland to studies at Queen’s through US Federal Loans. countries who have no other means of IRELAND AND EUROPEAN UNION* UK residents: fees plus maintenance. Information Technologies (CSIT) to develop a undertake postgraduate study and experience Queen’s is approved by the US Department financing their studies. Other EEA (including EU) residents: fees only. distinctive cohort of doctoral students working life in the other Irish jurisdiction. Available of Education for participation in the Title IV A Postgraduate Tuition Fee Loan up to the across the boundaries of their disciplines who to students who have been accepted to Federal Loans programme. US Federal Loans value of £5,500 is currently available towards Engineering and Physical Sciences will open up new avenues of enquiry centred undertake a recognised Master’s degree are generally available to eligible students International applicants can find out the cost of tuition fees for a Master's degree, initially on priority themes. Details will be who will be undertaking Bachelor's, Master's more on possible sources of funding at Research Council (EPSRC) or are entering the first year of a PhD Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate advertised at qub.ac.uk/research-centres/ programme at a university in the island of or PhD programmes at Queen’s, except for go.qub.ac.uk/intlschol Diploma. The Postgraduate Tuition Fee Loan Postgraduate Research Studentships isctsj/StudyWithUs/LeverhulmeLINCS/ Ireland that is not in the same jurisdiction as medical and nursing programmes. (PG TFL) for postgraduate study is non- A number of EPSRC research studentships the university where they have previously For further information on funding, means tested and paid directly to the Higher UK residents: fees plus maintenance. Graduate students, or dependent contact The Graduate School at Education Provider. may be available for research in eligible Other EEA (including EU) residents: studied. Further details are found at undergraduate students and their parents, [email protected] or check areas. Details will be advertised at the 'Find fees plus maintenance. universitiesireland.ie can normally borrow up to the full cost of the information provided at the link below. For full terms and conditions please contact out more' link opposite and on the relevant Student Finance NI: Faculty/School website at qub.ac.uk/schools attendance of their programme (including tuition, subsistence and airfare). Find out more T: +44 (0)28 2566 1444 UK residents: fees plus maintenance. qub.ac.uk/pgfunding E: [email protected] Other EEA (including EU) residents: fees only. Full details are available at qub.ac.uk/isso and W: www.studentfinanceni.co.uk for further guidance, please contact the US Federal Loans Administrator at *Terms and Conditions Apply [email protected]

40 41 POSTGRADUATE STUDY AT QUEEN'S TAUGHT PROGRAMMES

For up-to-date programme information, please visit the University's online Course Finder at go.qub.ac.uk/coursefinder

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CONSIDER THE COSTS Our tuition fees are listed from page 38. For information on postgraduate funding opportunities, visit the Graduate School FIND YOUR COURSE webpage (go.qub.ac.uk/graduate-school) or the School webpage for which you wish GET YOUR When you’ve spotted to study (qub.ac.uk/schools) something you like in this DECISION prospectus, visit our online You may be asked to pay a tuition fee When we’ve made a decision, we’ll Course Finder deposit, especially if you are an send you an email which will advise go.qub.ac.uk/coursefinder international applicant. you to log on to the Postgraduate for full details. Applications Portal to view the decision. You will also receive a letter by post. CHECK ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND DATES Check that you meet, or expect to meet the academic and, if applicable, English language entry requirements for your course. Check if a closing date is applicable. Although most of our Postgraduate Taught courses don’t have closing dates, there are some exceptions. APPLY Apply using our online Postgraduate Applications Portal go.qub.ac.uk/pgapply and follow the step-by-step instructions.

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TAUGHT MASTER'S DEGREES POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMAS CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL Master’s degrees are designed to enable students to AND CERTIFICATES DEVELOPMENT (CPD) focus on a particular subject area or field of study in Postgraduate Diploma courses usually last for Some Postgraduate Taught programmes greater depth than they have encountered before nine months, with Postgraduate Certificate can be used for Continuing Professional in undergraduate study or employment experience. courses normally lasting four months. Where Development. In addition, the University Students on our taught Master’s programmes usually offered as a standalone qualification, they are provides some non-credit bearing CPD undertake a combination of taught modules, assessment typically structured in the same way as Master’s courses for example, through the William and supervised independent research. Master’s degrees, without the research dissertation or J Clinton Leadership Institute in Queen’s programmes usually involve two semesters of classes project, and usually cover some of the same Management School. and assessed work followed by four or five months of modules as the related Master’s degree. The research culminating in a dissertation or project. Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) is a vocational course which lasts for nine Students undertaking a Master's degree have the months and includes teaching placements. opportunity to undergo a programme of training and development which aims to develop their leadership The University offers postgraduate study skills. Through the programme, students are able to for diplomas and certificates in a wide range undertake a 360 degree assessment of their skills of subjects. Entrance requirements vary by and to participate in a range of training sessions and course and you are advised to consult the developmental activities, relevant to their needs. individual course entries in this prospectus and the online Course Finder. It may be Taught Master’s degrees at Queen’s include: possible for you to transfer registration from a Postgraduate Diploma to a Master’s degree Master of Arts (MA) after completion of assessment. Master of Architecture (MArch) Master of Business Administration (MBA) All postgraduate taught students have the Master of Education (MEd) opportunity to undertake training in Master of Law (LLM) academic skills such as dissertation writing Masters in Law (MLaw) and referencing. Master of Public Health (MPH) Master of Research (MRes) Master of Science (MSc) Master of Theology (MTh)

For admission to a Master’s degree, a Second Class Honours degree from a UK or Republic of Ireland Higher Education Provider or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is normally required. Entrance requirements vary by programme and you should consult the individual programme entries in this prospectus or the online Course Finder.

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ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE ADVANCED CLINICAL PHARMACY PRACTICE ADVANCED FOOD SAFETY ADVANCED PHARMACY PRACTICE ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL AND CLINICAL ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES (MSc) (MSc, PgDip, PgCert) (MSc) (MSc, PgDip) PRACTICE (MSc, PgDip) (MSc)

DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION 1 year full time MSc: 3 years part time 1 year full time MSc: 30 months part time MSc 2 years full time 1 year full time / 3 years part time PgDip: 2 years part time PgDip: 15 months part time PgDip: 1 year full time ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 PgCert: 1 year part time ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Normally a 2.1 Honours degree in a relevant Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Applicants must have a professional qualification subject (Accounting or Finance based) or ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 in a relevant area of science or equivalent Primary degree in Pharmacy (minimum Bachelor Applicants must have a professional qualification in Nursing, Midwifery or Allied Health and Social equivalent qualification acceptable to Applicants must have a Pharmacy degree qualification acceptable to the University. Degree) from an institution approved by the in Nursing, Midwifery or Allied Health and Social Care Services. They shall normally hold a relevant the University. (minimum Bachelor degree) from a university Applicants with qualifications below 2.2 Honours University. Additionally all students must have: Care Services. They shall normally hold a relevant 2.2 Honours degree or above, or equivalent recognised by Queen’s University Belfast and be degree standard (or equivalent qualification • Identified a designated medical practitioner 2.2 Honours degree or above, or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University. Exceptional applicants with degrees in registered as a pharmacist with an appropriate acceptable to the University) will be considered prior to commencing the prescribing modules; qualification acceptable to the University. Engineering, Mathematics, Management, regulatory organisation. on a case-by-case basis, if they can • Completed the NICPLD foundation/vocational Applications with a 3rd Class Honours degree Economics or other relevant subjects can demonstrate appropriate experience, training (VT) programme or must be able to Applications with a 3rd Class Honours degree (or equivalent qualification acceptable to the also be considered. All applicants must have ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS acceptable to the School. demonstrate equivalent experience. (or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University) will be considered on a case-by- sufficient relevant knowledge of and/or Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not • All applicants must be employed as a University) will be considered on a case-by- case basis, if they can demonstrate appropriate experience in basic Accounting. less than 5.5 in any component, or an Admission to the programme(s) under hospital pharmacist. case basis, if they can demonstrate appropriate experience with in-service training acceptable to equivalent qualification acceptable to the Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning experience with in-service training acceptable to the school. POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES TAUGHT POSTGRADUATE ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS University is required. (RPEL) is permissible in the following ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS the school. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not circumstances: Open to NI-resident applicants only. less than 5.5 in any component, or an OVERVIEW • A lower level of performance in an Honours ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not equivalent qualification acceptable to the This part time Master’s programme is delivered degree, in combination with suitable experience. OVERVIEW Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent University is required. by expert Pharmacy practitioners within our • Applications will be considered on the basis of The role of the pharmacist in the Health Service less than 5.5 in any component, or an qualification acceptable to the University School of Pharmacy, which is consistently ranked experiential learning in combination with a sub- is expanding to improve patient care and access equivalent qualification acceptable to the is required. OVERVIEW as one of the top pharmacy schools in the Honours degree level qualification. to medicines. Agenda for Change (AfC) and the University is required. OVERVIEW Speak 'the language of business' and understand UK. The programme is completed by distance ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS associated NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework financial decision-making and financial learning and is open to both UK and International (KSF) supports the career development of OVERVIEW This MSc offers a taught programme of study institutions. You are interested in a career in areas pharmacists. Core modules include medicines Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with health service staff and the provision of effective This MSc offers a taught programme of study that sets out to nurture emerging and innovative such as accountancy, banking and consultancy. optimisation, interpersonal skills, research not less than 5.5 in any component, or an patient care. This part-time Master's programme that sets out to nurture emerging and innovative professional practitioners, delivered through You will learn how to summarise, analyse and methods and data analysis. You will also be able equivalent qualification acceptable to the is designed for hospital-based pharmacists professional practitioners. It is delivered through five specialist pathways which correspond with report financial transactions and explore how to select from a range of optional modules University is required. in Northern Ireland who wish to progress to five specialist pathways which correspond with the key areas of expertise within the School of Nursing and Midwifery. The programme is company managers and investors make financial relevant to your current work or employment OVERVIEW Advanced Practitioner level (AfC Band 8a), there the key areas of expertise within the School decisions, how they manage their risk and how aspirations. On completion, you will be able to is also a PG Diploma option available. of Nursing and Midwifery. The programme is offered on either a full or part-time basis and The world’s food supply is reducing, its financial markets function. You will also gain demonstrate the competencies required to work offered on a full-time basis over 2 years which combines face-to-face teaching with online production is under increasing pressure, and so exemptions from the Association of Chartered at an advanced level of practice, as defined by CAREERS includes 225 hours of hands-on Clinical Practice delivery. If you take the programme on a full- safety issues are more likely to arise. The MSc Certified Accountants (ACCA) professional the Royal Pharmaceutical Society’s Advanced This Master's/PG Diploma programme in within the Northern Ireland Health Service with time basis, you may be eligible to incorporate in Advanced Food Safety is tailored towards examinations. Framework. Alternative exit points are available Advanced Pharmacy Practice enhances the one of our internationally-recognised clinical a Clinical Practicum with the agreement of the students who aim to work within the agri-food at PG Diploma and PG Certificate. opportunities for hospital-based pharmacists in training partners. Programme Co-Ordinator. industry and related sectors, offering a unique CAREERS Northern Ireland to progress their career qualification in the fields of food safety and CAREERS This Master's programme provides the basis for CAREERS to Advanced Practitioner level. CAREERS security. Taught by world leading research staff both profession and research orientated careers, This programme enhances your opportunity as a This Master's programme offers an opportunity This Master's programme offers an opportunity at the Institute for Global Food Security (IGFS), as well as the skills and knowledge required pharmacist to progress your career to advanced FEES for students to develop skills of analytical for students to develop skills of analytical the programme focuses on new and emerging to progress into management careers in the practitioner level. Pharmacists in Great Britain UK/EU FEES: Not set for 2018-19 thinking within a clinical context. Alongside thinking within a clinical context. Alongside issues. Concentrating on developments in accounting and financial services in the global have the option to undertake Independent INTERNATIONAL FEES: Not set for 2018-19 this, the programme facilitates the student's this, the programme facilitates the student's analytical approaches to monitor and regulate financial environment. It opens a wide range Prescriber training in the second year whilst continued professional development. Graduates continued professional development. Graduates food safety, authenticity and security, you of career opportunities in banking, accounting international students have the option to avail of See pages 38-39 for more information and of this programme progress into management of this programme progress into management will gain practical experience in the use of and auditing, government, corporate finance, on-campus and local hospital teaching. contact details. and leadership roles, or continue into a research and leadership roles, or continue into a research conventional and emerging state-of-the-art investment analysis and academia. or education capacity. or education capacity. FEES bioanalytical technology. FEES FEES UK/EU FEES: Not set for 2018-19 CAREERS FEES UK/EU FEES: £6,500 INTERNATIONAL FEES: Not set for 2018-19 UK/EU FEES: £5,500 UK/EU FEES: £5,500 The Institute for Global Food Security has INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £18,200 strong links with industry, companies and INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 + £1,500 See pages 38-39 for more information and Clinical Placement fee contact details. government bodies, so you’ll have excellent opportunities locally and further afield. Previous graduates have gone on to employment in local and international agri-food industry sectors, diagnostic service provision companies, research and regulatory analyst laboratories, and many have gone on to pursue PhD-level study. FEES UK/EU FEES: £5,500 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,600

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ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR AND WELFARE ANTHROPOLOGY APPLIED BEHAVIOUR ANALYSIS APPLIED CYBER SECURITY (MSc) APPLIED PSYCHOLOGY APPLIED SOCIAL STUDIES: CHILDCARE POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES (MSc) (MA) (MSc) / WITH PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP (MSc) (CLINICAL SPECIALISM) (MSc, PgDip) (MSc, PgDip, PgCert)

DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full time / 3 years part time 1 year full time / 3 years part time 2 years full time / 2 years part time MSc: 2 years part time Part time only, 1 to 3 years PgDip: 1 years part time ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above, in a Normally a 2.1 Honours degree in a relevant A 2.1 Honours degree or above or equivalent Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above or relevant area of science (including Psychology) subject, including Anthropology, Sociology and qualification acceptable to the University in qualification acceptable to the University in Essential criteria: equivalent qualification acceptable to the or equivalent qualification acceptable to the Cultural Studies or an equivalent qualification any subject discipline plus one year of experience Computer Science, Software Engineering, 1. A 2.1 Honours degree in Psychology, or University. Equivalent qualifications include University. We welcome applications from a acceptable to the University. Other subjects, in an Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) or Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering, equivalent qualification acceptable to the the Pre-2007 Post-Qualifying Award in diverse range of backgrounds, thus applicants such as Music, Geography, Psychology, Irish related context and access to an ABA related Mathematics with Computer Science, Physics University, which confers the graduate basis Social Work. Where this is not met, applicants who do not meet the above academic Studies, History and Languages may also be working environment. with Computer Science or a related discipline. for registration with the British Psychological must demonstrate that their experience and requirements but hold a degree (or equivalent considered, depending on the nature of the Society. Applicants with a 2.2 Honours qualifications enable them to undertake study Additional Entrance Requirements apply. Applicants who hold a 2.2 Honours degree qualification acceptable to the University) and completed undergraduate programme. degree in Psychology and a postgraduate at postgraduate level through the uptake of Please see the online Course Finder for and a Master's degree (or equivalent qualification can demonstrate appropriate experience, Psychology qualification will be considered references and through completing a will be considered on an individual basis. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS further information. acceptable to the University) in one of the written assignment. above disciplines will be considered on a on an individual basis. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not 2. A satisfactory level of personal and ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS case-by-case basis. less than 5.5 in any component, or an professional competence related to the Additional Entrance Requirements apply. POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES TAUGHT POSTGRADUATE Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not equivalent qualification acceptable to the Additional Entrance Requirements apply. course, as evidenced in a personal statement. Please see the online Course Finder for less than 5.5 in any component, or an University is required. less than 5.5 in any component, or an further information. equivalent qualification acceptable to the Please see the online Course Finder for equivalent qualification acceptable to the further information. Desirable criteria also apply. Applications University is required. OVERVIEW University is required. will be ranked based on quality of academic Please note that this programme is only open You will gain a general knowledge of the study ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS performance and personal statement score. to applicants who are working as Social Care OVERVIEW OVERVIEW Professionals within NI/UK. of human similarity and human difference, Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with The impact of an increasing human population looking at the building blocks of human society This highly interactive programme includes a ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS not less than 5.5 in any component, or an ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS has led to a growing need to understand animal and culture, studying the value and meaning of course sequence verified by the Behavior Analyst Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Certification Board (BACB) and is likely to appeal equivalent qualification acceptable to the Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not behaviour and implement the safeguarding human life from the grassroots up to a local and University is required. less than 5.5 in any component, or an of animal welfare of both domestic and wild global platform. to you if you are a teacher, speech/language equivalent qualification acceptable to the less than 5.5 in any component, or an animals. This multifaceted Master’s degree will therapist, occupational therapist, psychologist or OVERVIEW University is required. equivalent qualification acceptable to the Ethnomusicology (study of world musics) can alternatively a student preparing for PhD studies. University is required. give you an advanced understanding of issues in The world’s online security depends on you. be studied as part of Anthropology. Queen’s has Content is delivered online with multiple focused both fields through a diverse series of lectures Step up to the plate with this applied, industry- OVERVIEW a dedicated Performance Room with musical weekly virtual interactions that include peer OVERVIEW on topics such as Communication; Companion, focused course, taught at one of the world’s This programme provides you with practical skills instruments from around the world. and tutor feedback. An optional consolidation You will already be working in the care Farm and Zoo Welfare; Conservation; Contests; cyber security hubs. and understanding of mental health difficulties workshop takes place once during each module in a variety of clinical populations. You’ll receive professions and wish to study direct practice Development; Hunting; Navigation; Sensory Anthropology was ranked 3rd in the UK to give you the opportunity to meet other This innovative programme is at the forefront of high-quality training in both the theoretical in child care. You can study flexibly by working Systems; and Veterinary Welfare Issues. (Guardian University Guide 2018) and 1st students and course tutors face-to-face. technical advances in cutting-edge technologies models of common mental health presentations around your professional duties. This programme World-class facilities give applied experience, in relation to research intensity (Research such as cryptography, computer forensics, and practical therapy skills that can be applied to has been accredited by the Northern Ireland with access to Queen’s Marine Laboratory at Excellence Framework 2014). Portaferry, Belfast Zoo, Farm Animal Research Please note this course is not eligible for a malware and intelligent information systems. multiple groups. Previous students have forged Post-Qualifying Education and Training Tier 4 visa. Partnership and gives you the 'Specialist' award Facilities and collections throughout the UK and CAREERS successful careers in clinical psychology and the Ireland, equipping you to have a direct impact on Our block-mode timetable is suitable for anyone health service as a result of the therapeutic skills and three requirements in the 'Leadership' Graduates have pursued careers in a wide CAREERS the lives of animals. in employment who wants to enhance their and research knowledge acquired on the course. category. The Child Care pathway is only open to range of fields, such as research (academic Professionals who are certified BCBAs have career prospects through part-time study. qualified social workers. CAREERS and non-academic), teaching, music therapy, the skills and knowledge to develop, implement CAREERS consultancy, development and charity work, CAREERS CAREERS On successful completion of the MSc you and evaluate quality interventions that help to Whilst undertaking and graduating from the museum and heritage posts, journalism and radio Demand for cyber security experts is growing at will have the skills and knowledge to pursue a produce positive behavioural changes in a range programme does not confer the threshold Continuing professional registration in social broadcasting. Among those who have pursued 12 times the rate of the overall job market. variety of roles. Current graduates have taken of settings. Typically, behaviour analysts work entry award for autonomous professional work is predicated on continuing professional academic careers, not all have done so within in the 'helping' professions (eg teachers, development, which this programme and its up further PhD study both here at Queen’s and Graduates have gone into technical practice in clinical psychology, it does promote anthropology - several have taken posts in speech/language therapists, occupational pathways offer. The DoH has directed that further afield. Others have gone on to work in development, cyber risk analysis, network and quality-assure the knowledge and skills related disciplines. Others have found positions therapists, psychologists). Increasingly, jobs social workers demonstrate their competence both the private (Sea Watch Foundation, Dogs security, managerial positions such as Chief required to provide low-intensity psychological within governmental and non-governmental advertised for behaviour managers or specialists covered in the curricula of this programme and Trust, ISPCA ) and public sector (DOE Marine Information Security Officer, entrepreneurial interventions, and provide excellent preparatory organisations abroad. require BCBA status and there is a demand for its pathways. Division, NISRA) here in Northern Ireland and endeavours, and also further research. training for the Doctorate in Clinical BCBAs in Europe and worldwide, especially in internationally (Canada, Thailand and Italy). FEES Psychology programmes. North America. FEES FEES UK/EU FEES: £5,500 FEES UK/EU FEES: £12,600 FEES UK/EU FEES: £5,500 (MSc); £3,667 (PgDip); INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 FEES UK/EU FEES: £5,500 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,600 UK/EU FEES: £5,500 (MSc); £3,667 (PgDip) £2,445 (PgCert) INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,600 UK/EU FEES: £5,500 NB: £1,000 deposit (deducted from tuition fee) INTERNAT'L FEES: £19,600 (MSc); £13,067 (PgDip) INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 (MSc); £10,466 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 required. (PgDip); £6,978 (PgCert) Please note: Applications for this course Closing date for applications: Please note: Applications for this course received received after 30 June 2018 may not be Closing date for applications: Tuesday 31 July Thursday 31 May 2018 at 4.00pm. after 30 June 2018 may not be considered. considered. A deposit will be required to secure 2018. Late applications may be considered. Late applications may be considered. a place upon offer.

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APPLIED SOCIAL STUDIES: COMBINED APPLIED SOCIAL STUDIES: DUAL APPLIED SOCIAL STUDIES: MENTAL APPLIED SOCIAL STUDIES: STRATEGY AND ARCHITECTURE ARTS AND HUMANITIES POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES (MSc, PgDip, PgCert) DIAGNOSIS (PgCert) HEALTH (MSc, PgDip) LEADERSHIP (MSc, PgDip, PgCert) (MArch) (MRes)

DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION Part time only, 1 to 3 years Part time only, 1 to 3 years Part time only, 1 to 3 years Part time only, 1 to 3 years 2 years full time 1 year full-time / 2 years part-time

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above or Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above or Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above or Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above or For applications whose primary degree was Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or above in equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the awarded in the UK: a related subject or equivalent qualification University. Equivalent qualifications include University in Social Work or a cognate area. University. Where this is not met, applicants University. Equivalent qualifications include acceptable to the University. the Pre-2007 Post-Qualifying Award in Equivalent qualifications include the Pre-2007 must demonstrate that their experience the Pre-2007 Post-Qualifying Award in Normally a 2.1 Honours degree in Architecture Social Work. Where this is not met, applicants Post-Qualifying Award in Social Work. Where and qualifications enable them to study at Social Work. Where this is not met, applicants from an approved RIBA/ARB Part 1 course in a Applicants with relevant professional experience must demonstrate that their experience this is not met, applicants must demonstrate postgraduate level by showing either that they must demonstrate that their experience recognised institution. Applicants with a degree and a 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent and qualifications enable them to study at that their experience and qualifications enable have the Pre-2007 Post-Qualifying Social Work and qualifications enable them to study at in Architecture below 2.1 Honours standard will qualification acceptable to the university will be postgraduate level through the uptake of them to study at postgraduate level through the Award or by producing a reflective assignment postgraduate level through the uptake of be considered on a case-by-case basis. considered in a case-by-case basis. references and through completing a reflective references and through completing a uptake of references and through completing a on their practice in this area (2,000 words). All applicants will be required to submit a 750 written assignment. reflective assignment on their practice. assignment on their practice. Additional Entrance Requirements apply. Additional Entrance Requirements apply. Please see the online Course Finder for full word research proposal and a portfolio of Additional Entrance Requirements apply. Additional Entrance Requirements apply. Please see the online Course Finder for Additional Entrance Requirements apply. details. Applicants will be required to submit an practice -based work, if applicable.

POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES TAUGHT POSTGRADUATE Please see the online Course Finder for Please see the online Course Finder for further information. Please see the online Course Finder for architectural design portfolio. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS further information. further information. further information. Please note that this programme is only open ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Please note that this programme is only open Please note that this programme is only open to applicants who are working as Social Care Please note that this programme is only open Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with a less than 5.5 in any component, or an to applicants who are working as Social Care to applicants who are working as Social Care Professionals within NI/UK. to applicants who are working as Social Care minimum of 6.0 in Speaking and Listening and equivalent qualification acceptable to the Professionals within NI/UK. Professionals within NI/UK. Professionals within NI/UK. a minimum of 5.5 in Reading and Writing, or University is required. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS an equivalent qualification acceptable to the ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS OVERVIEW Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not University is required. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than 5.5 in any component, or an Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not This is a research preparation degree that less than 5.5 in any component, or an less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the less than 5.5 in any component, or an OVERVIEW offers students the opportunity to undertake equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is required. Completion of the MArch constitutes Part II of advanced studies within Queen’s Faculty of Arts, University is required. University is required. University is required. the RIBA/ARB criteria leading to eligibility to sit Humanities and Social Sciences. The course OVERVIEW OVERVIEW Part III and registration as an architect in the UK. is structured around the personal research OVERVIEW OVERVIEW This programme is the training for social interests of each student and supported by a You will already be working in the care This multidisciplinary pathway is designed to workers to undertake the specialist role of an You will already be working as a senior The work produced is a collaborative effort bespoke research preparation portfolio and a professions (social work, psychology, education, enable social workers, addiction professionals, Approved Social Worker under the Mental Health practitioner or manager in social work or in between you, our academics and practicing range of optional modules in areas related to the nursing, teaching, medicine) and wish to study in mental health workers and workers from (Northern Ireland) Order 1986. It also meets social care organisations and wish to study the architects. Our studio is divided up into five research. The MRes is available in a wide range of one or more of a range of areas including direct allied health and social care sectors to gain the three requirements at the 'Specialist and role of leadership and strategic vision in the thematic studio groups, each led by a pair disciplines within the Faculty. practice in child care, management and an understanding of dual diagnosis, including Leadership' category. The course is delivered in planning, commissioning and delivery of high of tutors. Each of the groups also feature an leadership within organisations, family therapy definitions, UK and regional contexts and the partnership with social work agencies. quality services. external ‘consultant’ who will contribute to CAREERS and adult mental health. application of theory in practice. You can study flexibly by working around teaching throughout the year. The MRes forms an excellent foundation CAREERS your professional duties. The Applied Social for doctoral (PhD) work. It is also ideal for CAREERS CAREERS Continuing professional registration in social Continuing professional registration in social Studies programme has been accredited by the students who wish to undertake an independent work is predicated on continuing professional Continuing professional registration in social work is predicated on continuing professional Northern Ireland Post-Qualifying Education and While the MArch prepares students for a career research project for personal and professional development, which this programme and its work is predicated on continuing professional development, which this programme and its Training Partnership. as a practicing architect, many go on to follow development. It encourages practical, pathways offer. The DoH has directed that development, which this programme and its pathways offer. The DoH has directed that different paths. Our graduates have designed analytical and critical research skills and project social workers demonstrate their competence pathways offer. The DoH has directed that social workers demonstrate their competence CAREERS skyscrapers in Hong Kong and the Middle East, management capacities relevant to a variety of covered in the curricula of this programme and social workers demonstrate their competence covered in the curricula of this programme and Continuing professional registration in social emergency housing for refugees in Africa, film professional and intellectual contexts. its pathways. covered in the curricula of this programme and its pathways. work is predicated on continuing professional sets for Hollywood productions and computer

its pathways. development. The DoH has directed that social games, as well as working as urban planners FEES FEES workers demonstrate their competence covered worldwide and teaching in universities. UK/EU FEES: £5,500 FEES UK/EU FEES: £5,500 (MSc); £3,667 (PgDip); FEES in the curricula of the Applied Social Studies INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 UK/EU FEES: £5,500 (MSc); £3,667 (PgDip) FEES £1,834 (PgCert) UK/EU FEES: £1,834 programme and its pathways. INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 (MSc); £10,466 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £5,233 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 (MSc); £10,466 NI/EU FEES: £4,160 (PgDip); £5,233 (PgCert) (PgDip) FEES GB FEES: £9,250 Closing date for applications: Tuesday 31 July UK/EU FEES: £5,500 (MSc); £3,667 (PgDip); INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,500 Closing date for applications: Tuesday 31 July 2018. Late applications may be considered. Closing date for applications: Tuesday 31 July 2018. Late applications may be considered. £1,834 (PgCert) 2018. Late applications may be considered. INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 (MSc); £10,466 Please note: Applications for this course (PgDip); £5,233 (PgCert) received after 30 June 2018 may not be considered. A deposit will be required to secure Closing date for applications: Tuesday 31 July a place upon offer. 2018. Late applications may be considered.

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ARTS MANAGEMENT AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS BIOINFORMATICS AND COMPUTATIONAL BUILDING INFORMATION MODELLING BUSINESS COMMUNICATION FOR BUSINESS FOR AGRI-FOOD AND RURAL POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES (MA) (MSc) GENOMICS (MSc) PROJECT MANAGEMENT (MSc, PgDip) RURAL ENTERPRISE (Grad Cert) ENTERPRISE (MSc, PgDip, PgCert)

DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full time / 3 years part time 1 year full time MSc: 1 year full time/2 years part time 1 year part time MSc: 1 year full time/3 years part time PgDip: 9 months full time/18 months part time PgDip: 1 year full time/2 years part time ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 PgCert: 1 semester full time/1 year part time Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or above or A 2.1 Honours degree or above or equivalent A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 A degree or Higher National Diploma, or equivalent qualification acceptable to the qualification acceptable to the University in acceptable to the University in a Natural Science MSc: Normally a 2.2 Honours degree in a equivalent qualification acceptable to the ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 University in Arts, Humanities, Management, any subject discipline. subject, Mathematics, Computer Science, relevant discipline, eg Architecture, Engineering University, in any discipline. MSc/PgDip: A 2.2 Honours degree or above Social Sciences or a cognate discipline. or a relevant medical or life sciences subject or Social Sciences, or equivalent qualification or equivalent qualification acceptable to the Applicants with a 2.2 Honours degree or (eg Genetics, Molecular Biology, Biomedical acceptable to the University. Applicants who do not meet the above University in Business/Management Studies, A 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification equivalent qualification acceptable to the Sciences, Physics or Statistics). A medical (MB) academic requirements will be required to Agriculture, Food Science or Food Technology, acceptable to the University may be considered University may also be considered if they have at or dental degree (BDS) is also considered. Applicants with relevant work experience will be demonstrate relevant experience in the rural, Geography or other approved subject. if an applicant can demonstrate relevant least two years of professional experience in an considered on a case-by-case basis agricultural or food sector. They must also hold work experience as an artist or in the field of education, training or relevant context. Further information for Intercalating applicants GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade C or PgCert: A degree or above or equivalent arts administration. is available on the online Course Finder. PgDip: Normally a 3rd Class Honours degree in a above. A reference from a current employer will qualification acceptable to the University in Additional Entrance Requirements apply. Please relevant discipline eg Architecture, Engineering be required. Business/Management Studies, Agriculture, ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS see the online Course Finder for full details. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS or Social Science, or equivalent qualification Food Science or Food Technology, Geography or

POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES TAUGHT POSTGRADUATE Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not acceptable to the University. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS other approved subject. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS less than 5.5 in any component, or an less than 6.0 in any component, or an Applications are not accepted from countries Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Applicants with relevant work experience will be ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the considered on a case-by-case basis. outside of the EU. University is required. less than 5.5 in any component, or an University is required. International applicants are not considered for equivalent qualification acceptable to the ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS OVERVIEW entry to this course. OVERVIEW University is required. OVERVIEW Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not These programmes develop your conceptual This course will equip you with the knowledge Bioinformatics and Computational Genomics is understanding of the principles and processes OVERVIEW OVERVIEW less than 5.5 in any component, or an of international trends in cultural policy and an interdisciplinary field at the heart of medical of change affecting individuals, groups or These programmes develop your conceptual This course will appeal to you if you already equivalent qualification acceptable to the how they are affecting, and are affected by, the research, discovery and practice. Advances in University is required. organisations within the agri-food and rural understanding of the principles and processes practice of Arts Management. It will give you work as a teacher or in a similar area. In line with technology have resulted in high-throughput business sectors, through an active and of change affecting individuals, groups or the needs identified in the Northern Ireland practical skills essential to Arts Management, techniques generating enormous volumes of OVERVIEW innovative approach to learning and teaching. organisations within the agri-food and rural Executive’s Autism Strategy (2013-2020) and particularly strategic planning, financial valuable data on cells, tissues and patients with The course’s primary focus is on project You will complete your course at the College of business sectors, through an active and management, business planning and the art of associated Action Plan, the course has been the potential to unlock new methods of disease Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE), innovative approach to learning and teaching. attuned to raising awareness, addressing issues management using the building information engaging audiences. diagnosis, therapeutics, drug development modelling process. It will give you the chance to Loughry Campus, Cookstown. You will complete your course at the College of specifically related to children and adults on the and cure. The challenge is in the analysis and Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE), You will take part in work placements in the autism spectrum, and increasing knowledge and take your career forward from a management CAREERS understanding of the data. This fascinating viewpoint, not just in construction, but in other Loughry Campus, Cookstown. You will also have arts and cultural sector and a showcase event skills in relation to evidence-based interventions. programme will provide those with a background Our graduates have obtained a wide range of opportunities to complete placements and featuring your own research. sectors as well. On completion of the degree, you will have in computational or life sciences the opportunity employment positions, including personnel go on a self-funded study trip to Europe. There to move across to an area of discovery, managers, teachers/trainers, consultants, are two exit points within this programme: PG CAREERS developed a breadth of understanding of the You’ll develop practical and professional skills in technology and applications, and the critical acquisition, analysis, interpretation development officers, managers within the Diploma and PG Certificate which articulate This MA in Arts Management will be of benefit special needs of people diagnosed with ASD. You will be able to apply relevant research literature build a career with highly sought-after skills and understanding of building information food and retail sectors, or developing their own different career routes and industry needs. for careers within the arts sector, in academia and knowledge. modelling in the context of project management. business ideas. Employers of our graduates Those who successfully complete both the PG and in areas of public policy. It will also provide a to your experience and will develop a range of specialised practical skills. The course is all about balancing theory and include the Department of Agriculture Certificate and PG Diploma can progress onto strong foundation for individuals looking to start CAREERS practice. You’ll work with practitioners as well as Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) along the Master's programme. their own cultural initiatives. CAREERS The rapid development of 'omics' and the academics on live projects. with Northern Ireland’s largest food retail and explosion of molecular data available across manufacturing companies. CAREERS Graduates from this degree have found it FEES CAREERS beneficial in their workplace when advising medicine and life sciences, has meant that Our graduates have obtained a wide range of UK/EU FEES: £5,500 individuals with experience in this field are Opportunities include project managers, FEES employment positions, including personnel INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 colleagues, influencing policy makers and supporting pupils and students with autism and highly sought-after. Recent graduates have BIM coordinators, contract managers, BIM UK/EU FEES: Not collected by QUB managers, teachers/trainers, consultants, their families, or seeking professional promotion gone on to work in industry in companies like implementation managers, design managers, INTERNATIONAL FEES: This course is not development officers, managers within the or diversification. Others progress to doctoral- Almac Diagnostics, Biokinetic Europe and Fios project architects, project engineers, planners, available to international students food and retail sectors, or developing their own level studies and research or teaching. Genomics, and some have gone onto further etc, within project management consultants, business ideas. Employers of our graduates PHD level research. construction companies, property developers Contact the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life include the Department of Agriculture Sciences below for more information. FEES and government agencies, amongst others. Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) along FEES UK/EU FEES: £5,500 with Northern Ireland’s largest food retail and FEES INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 UK/EU FEES: £5,500 manufacturing companies. INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 UK/EU FEES: £5,500 (MSc); £3,667 (PgDip) INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 (MSc); £10,467 FEES (PgDip) UK/EU FEES: Not collected by QUB INTERNATIONAL FEES: This course is not Please note: Applications for this course received available to international students after 30 June 2018 may not be considered. A deposit will be required to secure a place upon offer. Contact the Faculty below for more information.

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CARING FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE CHILDREN’S RIGHTS CLINICAL ANATOMY CLINICAL EDUCATION COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL PRACTICE COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES WITH COMPLEX HEALTH NEEDS (MSc) (MSc) (MSc) (PgCert) (PgCert) PSYCHOTHERAPY (CBP) (PgDip)

DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION 1 year full time / 3 years part time 1 year full time / 3 years part time 1 year full time / 3 years part time PgCert: 1 year part time 1 year part time 1 year full time / 2 years part time

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Applicants must have a professional qualification A 2.1 Honours degree or above or equivalent A medical (MB) or dental degree (BDS) or Applicants for the programme will be required A 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification Applicants must hold a 2.2 Honours degree in Nursing, Midwifery or Allied Health and Social qualification acceptable to the University in equivalent qualification acceptable to the to hold a medical or dental degree. At the time acceptable to the University. Applicants who do or equivalent qualification acceptable to the Care Services or a related discipline. They shall any subject discipline. University, or a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent of enrolment, applicants must have completed not meet this academic requirement but hold a University in a cognate area, such as normally hold a relevant 2.2 Honours degree or qualification acceptable to the University in Foundation 2 training or equivalent and must professional qualification will be considered on Mental Health Nursing, Psychiatry, Applied above, or equivalent qualification acceptable to Applicants with a 2.2 Honours degree or a relevant discipline (eg Anatomy, Biomedical currently be employed in a health care setting an individual basis. Psychology or equivalent recognised the University. equivalent qualification acceptable to the Science, Human Biology). or university. professional qualification(s). University may also be considered if they have All applicants must have: Applicants with a 3rd Class Honours degree at least two years of professional experience All applicants must have studied human ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS In addition, you should have: (or equivalent qualification acceptable to the anatomy as a significant part of their • Evidence of working with people who have in an education, training or relevant context. Satisfactory completion of the General • At least two years' clinical practice / experience University) will be considered on a case-by- undergraduate degree. Medical Council’s Professional and Linguistic experienced a mental health problem. case basis, if they can demonstrate appropriate ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS in a relevant area (statutory or independent Further information for Intercalating applicants Assessments Board (PLAB) examination or the • A broad understanding of mental health issues. sector) working with clients with mood and experience with in-service training, acceptable Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not General Dental Council's equivalent (Overseas

POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES TAUGHT POSTGRADUATE is available on the online Course Finder. anxiety disorders, and to the School. less than 5.5 in any component, or an Registration Exam), or a minimum IELTS* score • Good written and verbal communication skills. equivalent qualification acceptable to the ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS of 7.0, with not less than 6.5 in each component. • Be employed in clinical practice in a suitable ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS • Good organisational and computer skills. University is required. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not area (where CBT approaches are employed) Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not OVERVIEW with the support of your management for less than 6.0 in any component, or an ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS less than 5.5 in any component, or an OVERVIEW This programme is designed for dental and study on the course, and equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with You will gain the opportunity to learn and apply University is required. medical practitioners who want to improve their University is required. key international children's rights concepts teaching skills. The programme offers you an not less than 5.5 in any component, or an • Have access to suitable clients and supervision and standards, covering a range of issues that OVERVIEW opportunity to develop practical teaching skills equivalent qualification acceptable to the by an experienced BABCP accredited OVERVIEW University is required. (or accreditable) Cognitive Behavioural affect children's lives. This course places an This Master's programme will provide you with and acquire the knowledge to underpin your Advances in medical care and technology now emphasis on an interdisciplinary approach and on educational practice with Master’s level study. Psychotherapist while on placement in your mean many more children are living with complex a greater understanding of advanced human OVERVIEW own clinical area. participatory research with children. anatomy including appropriate radiological The course includes practical teaching projects healthcare needs and life-limiting illnesses. The and requires high level engagement. Teaching This multidisciplinary course will equip you with a aim of the programme is to provide you with anatomy, microscopic anatomy and embryology. better understanding of common mental health Applications are accepted from non-core This programme is linked to the Centre The modules presented emphasise clinically and sessions are delivered by Queen’s staff and the knowledge, skills, training and education to for Children's Rights (CCR), which has an colleagues from the Northern Ireland Medical problems and the basic Cognitive Behavioural professions such as counsellors. Non-core work in caring for children and young people surgically relevant anatomy. We are one of the Therapy concepts, methods and skills to guide professionals, however, will be required to international reputation in the area of children's few universities in the UK where you’ll be taught and Dental Training Agency (NIMDTA). with complex health needs in a hospital and rights with a focus on the implementation of your clients towards recovery at Step 1-2 of the provide a portfolio of evidence in line with KSA community setting. This interdisciplinary MSc through dissection of human cadaveric teaching Students who successfully complete the PgCert Mental Health Stepped Care Model, and is ideal guidelines as provided by the BABCP. Applicants children's rights, child participation, education, material, in a purpose-built facility licensed by is part of a suite of specialist programmes in social care and children with disabilities. can progress to the PgDip and subsequently the if you are currently working in a mental health, who meet the academic criteria but who are non- childhood studies developed in conjunction with the Human Tissue Authority, giving you a Master's degree. primary care or social care setting. core and unable to provide KSA evidence will the School of Social Sciences, Education and CAREERS unique insight. be required to enter through the School's KSA Social Work. CAREERS CAREERS There is increasing demand for high-level skills in CAREERS pathway. In this instance, if all other requirements interdisciplinary research, participatory research This programme will enable you to deliver Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) services are met, the applicant will be offered a place on CAREERS This programme will support career development methods and knowledge of children's rights. education and training for dental and medical are an expanding area of health and social the one-year certificate programme to allow There is increasing demand for postgraduates for trainees in many medical specialties and those students and postgraduate trainees. Programme care services due to an increasing demand for time for the KSA portfolio to be completed. On Professionals within children/human rights- from the allied health professionals undertaking with high-level skills in interdisciplinary research, focused NGOs, public officials, educators, social content is aligned to the criteria identified by evidence-based psychological therapies. The successful completion of this course and the participatory research methods and knowledge continued professional development. It would NIMDTA and QUB for Recognition of Trainers. award of the Postgraduate Certificate completion of the KSA portfolio, the student workers and health professionals who work with also be of benefit to those wishing to engage in a of caring for children and young people with children should find this degree beneficial. in Cognitive Behavioural Practice will will normally then be eligible for application to career as an anatomy teacher. FEES complex health needs. This degree is ideal The MSc is a good foundation for students enable students to apply for professional the PG Dip programme. Applicants who do not for professionals involved in caring for and UK/EU FEES: Not set for 2018-19 wishing to pursue their own research through FEES employment at stepped care levels 1-2 and meet the entry requirements should contact the supporting these children/young people and doctoral study. INTERNATIONAL FEES: Not set for 2018-19 integrate CBT informed interventions into School for advice. their families within health and social care UK/EU FEES: £5,500 professional practice. services and NGOs such as public officials, FEES INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,600 See pages 38-39 for more information and ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS contact details. social workers and allied health professionals. UK/EU FEES: £5,500 FEES This course is available for registered Nurses Graduates of this programme progress into INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 UK/EU FEES: Not set for 2018-19 working within the UK only. management and leadership roles, or continue INTERNATIONAL FEES: Not set for 2018-19 into a research or education capacity. Continued overleaf See pages 38-39 for more information and FEES contact details. UK/EU FEES: £5,500 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 Closing date for applications: Tuesday 31 July 2018. Late applications may be considered.

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COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPY COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPY, CONFLICT TRANSFORMATION AND SOCIAL CONSTRUCTION AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT CRIMINOLOGY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES (PgDip) SPECIALIST (TRAUMA) (MSc) JUSTICE (MA) (MSc, PgDip, PgCert) / (LLM) WITH INDUSTRIAL INTERNSHIP (MSc) OVERVIEW DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION Cognitive Behaviour Psychotherapy (CBP) is 2 years part time 2 years part time 1 year full time / 2 years part time DURATION 1 year full time / 2 years part time currently the key recommended psychological MSc: 2 years full time / 3 years part time 1 1 1 1 treatment for anxiety and depression, among ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS PgDip: 1 year full time / 2 years part time ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS the most common mental health disorders A 2.2 Honours degree or above, or equivalent A 2.2 Honours degree or above, or equivalent Normally at least a 2.1 Honours degree or PgCert: 1 year full time Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or above or experienced by all ages. qualification acceptable to the University qualification acceptable to the University equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the in a cognate area or equivalent professional in a cognate area or equivalent professional University in an Arts, Humanities or Social ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 University in Law, Social Sciences, Humanities This course is written to the requirements qualification(s) and at least two years qualification(s), and at least two years Sciences discipline or another cognate subject MSc: Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above in or a cognate discipline. of the lead organisation in the UK (BABCP), clinical practice experience in a statutory or clinical practice experience in a statutory or area. Applicants with a 2.2 Honours degree a relevant Science, Engineering, Architecture, and teaching at the University and with independent mental health or related setting. independent mental health or related setting. or equivalent qualification acceptable to the Management or Social Science discipline, Exemption from these requirements may be clinical colleagues is of the highest standard, All applicants must: All applicants must: University may be admitted if they hold a or equivalent qualification acceptable to considered for those applicants who hold a fundamentally altering the way clinicians work Master's degree, or equivalent qualification the University. Master's degree (or equivalent qualification • Provide evidence of prior basic knowledge of • Provide evidence of prior basic knowledge of acceptable to the University) or for those in practice. psychological therapies preferably Cognitive psychological therapies preferably Cognitive acceptable to the University or if they have 3 PgDip/PgCert: Normally a 3rd Class Honours applicants with a 2.2 Honours degree (or Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and years' relevant working experience in the field of CAREERS conflict transformation, youth work, social justice degree in a relevant Science, Engineering, equivalent qualification acceptable to the Most Health Service Cognitive Behavioural • Be currently employed in a clinical or practice • Be currently employed in a clinical or practice or related experience in community engagement Architecture, Management or Social Science University) along with a minimum of two years of POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES TAUGHT POSTGRADUATE Psychotherapy posts will stipulate that a setting within an organisation providing setting within an organisation providing or public service delivery. discipline or equivalent qualification acceptable relevant experience. requirement is accreditation or ‘working towards therapeutic or counselling services, and therapeutic or counselling services, and to the University. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS accreditation with the BABCP’ and this is a • Be in a role for the duration of the Programme • Be in a role for the duration of the Programme ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Please note the PgCert is only open to UK and BABCP level 2 accredited course allowing for to access a suitable client group for practice to access a suitable client group for practice Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not EU applicants. career progression in this area. and supervision purposes. and supervision purposes. less than 5.5 in any component, or an less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS FEES ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Additional entrance requirements apply. Please University is required. University is required. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not UK/EU FEES: Not set for 2018-19 Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not see the online Course Finder for full details. less than 5.5 in any component, or an OVERVIEW INTERNATIONAL FEES: N/A less than 5.5 in any component, or an OVERVIEW ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the The module choice within the programme will The Criminology and Criminal Justice LLM University is required. See pages 38-39 for more information and University is required. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not permit you to build your own personalised is designed for those with an academic contact details. less than 5.5 in any component, or an or professional interest in law, crime and portfolio of learning within the area of conflict OVERVIEW equivalent qualification acceptable to the criminal justice. An exciting, stimulating and OVERVIEW transformation and social justice. You will be Learn to apply management methods to design, University is required. topical postgraduate programme, taught This course will provide you with the theoretical taught by academics and practitioners with both engineering and construction problems, and be and skills training to meet the minimum national and global expertise, and who offer by internationally-recognised scholars and OVERVIEW able to be plan, monitor and control construction researchers who offer students a wide range of training required by the British Association for research-led teaching in areas of conflict such as projects by integrating technical knowledge This degree provides both clinical and research expertise. It will enable you to understand the Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (to South/Southeast Asia, the Middle East, southern with leadership, commercial and managerial skills training to promote evidence-based practical operation of criminal justice Level 2) to practice as a fully accredited cognitive Europe, South America and Northern Ireland. skills. The course’s primary focus is on project practice in mental health care, and adds to the and how the state responds to criminality behavioural therapist. management, which will give you the chance to core of the Postgraduate Diploma. CAREERS and victimisation. take your career forward in any industry, not just On completion of this course, you may wish to The MA programme provides our graduates with You will learn from a team of internationally in construction. CAREERS proceed to the specialist MSc which is offered the skills to pursue a wide range of careers in recognised trauma researchers and clinicians over a further six-month period. the private, public and voluntary sectors, both Some Criminology and Criminal Justice and benefit from one of the few specialist MScs CAREERS domestically and internationally. In addition, graduates pursue criminal justice-related or CAREERS in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Trauma and Worldwide career opportunities as a project legal careers in the public, private or voluntary the learning and intellectual environment manager with any of the major design, project Cognitive Behavioural Therapy services are an related disorders available in these islands and sectors. This Master's degree provides an provided by the Institute will prepare students management or construction consultants. expanding area of mental health services due across Europe. excellent base for further study towards a for Doctoral study. We increasingly find that Countries such as India and Canada are investing to an increasing demand for evidence-based research degree, such as a PhD, which in turn CAREERS undergraduate degrees alone are insufficient trillions of dollars in the next few years in their psychological therapies. The award of the PG to command secure appropriate employment. may lead on to an academic career. Graduate of this specialist MSc can apply for infrastructure – they need project managers to Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Postgraduate taught degrees are used to top-up professional employment as fully accredited make it happen. FEES will enable students to apply for professional learning and employability skills, and enhance Cognitive Behaviour Psychotherapists, practice employment as fully accredited Cognitive knowledge and information. Some employers are UK/EU FEES: £5,500 in trauma at a specialist CBT level and be able FEES Behavioural Psychotherapists. less interested in the topic of the postgraduate INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 to undertake clinical research with a view to UK/EU FEES: £5,500 (MSc); £3,667 (PgDip); degree and more in the advanced study skills and FEES publishing in academic and professional journals £1,833 (PgCert) employability skills it furnishes. INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 (MSc); £10,467 UK/EU FEES: Not set for 2018-19 FEES (PgDip); £5,233 (PgCert) INTERNATIONAL FEES: Not set for 2018-19 FEES UK/EU FEES: Not set for 2018-19 UK/EU FEES: £5,500 Please note: Applications for this course See pages 38-39 for more information and INTERNATIONAL FEES: Not set for 2018-19 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 received after 30 June 2018 may not be contact details. See pages 38-39 for more information and considered. A deposit will be required to secure contact details. a place upon offer. Closing date for applications: Tuesday 31 July Closing date for applications: Tuesday 31 July 2018. Late applications may be considered. 2018. Late applications may be considered.

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DATA ANALYTICS ECOLOGICAL MANAGEMENT AND ECONOMICS EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP EDUCATIONAL STUDIES ELECTRONICS / ELECTRONICS WITH POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES (MSc) CONSERVATION BIOLOGY (MSc, PgDip) (MSc) (MSc) (MEd) PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP (MSc)

DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION 1 year full time / 3 years part time MSc: 1 year full time/2 years part time 1 year full time 1 year full time / 3 years part time 1 year full time / 3 years part time 2 years full time / 2-3 years part time PgDip: 1 year full time ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Normally a 2.2 Honours first degree in ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or above, or A 2.1 Honours degree or above or equivalent A 2.1 Honours degree or above or equivalent Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above or Mathematics, Statistics, or Computer Science MSc: A 2.2 Honours degree or above in a relevant equivalent qualification acceptable to the qualification acceptable to the University in any qualification acceptable to the University in equivalent qualification acceptable to the or a closely related discipline or equivalent area of science, such as any type of Biology University in Economics or a closely related subject discipline. any subject discipline. University in Electrical and/or Electronic qualification acceptable to the University. (including Animal Science, Biological Science, subject (eg Business Economics, Finance, joint Engineering, or Physics with significant Applicants with a minimum 2.2 BSc Honours Environmental Science, Marine Biology and degrees with substantial Economics component). Applicants with a 2.2 Honours degree or Applicants with a 2.2 Honours degree or Electronics content. degree in a subject area not fulfilling the Zoology), Agriculture or Veterinary Science, equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the discipline criterion above require Mathematics Paleoecology or Geography. Those who have ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS University may also be considered if they have at University may also be considered if they have at ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS A-level at grade B, or equivalent qualification experience but less relevant degrees will be Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not least two years of professional experience in an least two years of professional experience in an Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not acceptable to the University, and will be required referred to the School for judgement on a case- less than 5.5 in any component, or an education, training or relevant context. education, training or relevant context. less than 5.5 in any component, or an to pass an aptitude test. by-case basis. Examples of relevant experience equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS include (but are not limited to); farming, zoo University is required. University is required. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS work, conservation charities, environmental Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES TAUGHT POSTGRADUATE Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not consultancy, conservation relevant NGOs, OVERVIEW less than 5.5 in any component, or an less than 5.5 in any component, or an OVERVIEW less than 5.5 in any component, or an relevant Government departments and overseas An intensive postgraduate course offering equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the An advanced Master’s degree for those wishing equivalent qualification acceptable to the conservation volunteering. you the opportunity to develop an in-depth University is required. University is required. to pioneer new ideas in engineering and University is required. understanding of economic theory, its spearhead creative ways of using technology OVERVIEW OVERVIEW PgDip: A Pass degree or above in a relevant area application to critical real-world issues, and the to benefit society. OVERVIEW of science, such as Biology or Environmental practical skills needed to excel as a professional This degree aims to equip you, as an educational The MEd in Educational Studies is open to Data analytics is an exciting field of rapid Studies or equivalent qualification acceptable to economist in the post-crisis 21st-century global professional, with the necessary knowledge, skills teachers in primary, secondary and tertiary- The programme is designed as a specialised developments. Data is everywhere and the University. economy. On successful completion of this and creative capacity to develop leadership skills, level institutions, as well as to professionals extension to the study of Electronics at continuing to grow, creating huge demand for course, you will have a deep understanding of to respond to a variety of leadership challenges, in other fields of education. This course undergraduate level. The programme provides ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS qualified experts to be able to extract the real the world economy past and present and the to promote your critical and creative thinking, offers teachers and educational professionals students with the opportunity to deepen their benefit from the data. This course is designed Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not advanced analytical and quantitative skills that and to question assumptions. This is achieved opportunities to learn across a range of areas understanding and develop specialist expertise to meet the needs of industry, giving graduates less than 5.5 in any component, or an are so highly sought-after by employers. through extended periods of academic within the broad field of education, including in a range of advanced electronics subjects the right combination of skills and expertise in equivalent qualification acceptable to the study and insightful conversations with educational leadership, inclusion and special including microelectronics, sensors, signal computer science, mathematics and statistics University is required. CAREERS your professional peers. educational needs. processing, hardware and software design, along with the experience they gain in their Well-trained economists are highly sought- communications, and digital systems. OVERVIEW CAREERS The programme offers you the opportunity individual industry-based project. after in the labour market and are employed This course is for you if you want to gain the Some graduates have found this degree to familiarise yourself with current research CAREERS by consultancy firms, financial institutions and on learning and teaching, assessment and CAREERS expertise and skills required to address the current other international businesses, as well as in beneficial for improving leadership practice in Graduates typically find employment in a wide biodiversity crisis, equipping you for a career in their workplace. Others have found it beneficial curriculum design. Students are encouraged range of fields including electronic equipment Forecasts indicate that job opportunities in the public sector and by international NGOs. to consider and reflect on the practical data analytics are set to increase exponentially. conservation management, ecological consultancy Some students will wish to go on to PhD study in expanding the roles they undertake at work, manufacturers, design and service providers, or research. Internationally-leading researchers and in gaining employment or promotion. implications of theoretical perspectives and software houses and in other electronic There is a current shortage in qualified staff for in Economics in preparation for a career as an research findings. these roles. teach a wide range of interests covering taxa from academic or research economist. Some graduates progress to doctoral-level engineering-based industries. algae to mammals and environments from marine studies and research. CAREERS You could be working or leading your own to terrestrial. You will apply your academic learning FEES You could be at the forefront of new technology analytics team in Google, Facebook, Citigroup, through practical experience with weekly field trips FEES Graduates from this degree have found like WhatsApp or Snapchat, reshaping our social UK/EU FEES: £6,500 the skills and knowledge learned to be and communication trends. You could be a Allstate, Santander, Seagate, Red Bull, Kainos, to a diverse range of environments. INTERNATIONAL FEES: £17,600 UK/EU FEES: £5,500 Skyscanner, British Airways, Boots, Debenhams INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 beneficial in their workplace by improving programme leader or a product champion at plus many more companies all looking for this CAREERS their professional practice. companies such as British Aerospace, Analog package of skills. This MSc will equip you for a successful career Devices, Texas Instruments, Apple, Microsoft, FEES in conservation or ecological consultancy. Bombardier and National Grid. FEES Graduates of the course have been employed by UK/EU FEES: £5,500 FEES UK/EU FEES: £5,500 a range of NGOs (for example ORCA, The Irish INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 Wildlife Trust and Bumblebee Conservation Trust), UK/EU FEES: £5,500 Governmental organisations (NIEA and AFBI) INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,600 Please note: Applications for this course and consultancies (including AECOM, WSP, WYG Please note: Applications for this course received after 30 June 2018 may not be and RPS). Graduates have also progressed into received after 30 June 2018 may not be considered. A deposit will be required to secure research at various universities. a place upon offer. considered. A deposit will be required to secure FEES a place upon offer. UK/EU FEES: £5,500 (MSc); £3,667 (PgDip) INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,600 (MSc); £13,067 (PgDip)

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ENGLISH (CREATIVE WRITING) ENGLISH (LITERARY STUDIES) ENGLISH (POETRY: CREATIVITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING FILM FINANCE POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES (MA, PgDip) (MA, PgDip) CRITICISM) (MA, PgDip) (MSc, PgDip) (MA) (MSc)

DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full time / 2-3 years part time 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full-time

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 MA: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent MA: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent MA: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above or Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or above or Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in any qualification acceptable to the University in qualification acceptable to the University in equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the qualification acceptable to the University in discipline. Exceptions may be made in the case of English, or joint or combined Honours with English, or joint or combined Honours with University in a relevant Engineering/Science University in Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences Finance, Mathematics, Economics, or other applicants with a strong track record of English as a major subject. English as a major subject. In addition, applicants discipline (eg Civil Engineering). Applicants must or a cognate discipline. relevant quantitative subject. Science and publication, production, prize-winning or are required to submit a piece of literary-critical also demonstrate a sufficient mathematical Engineering disciplines will be considered where relevant professional experience. PgDip: Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or written work which will be assessed to determine background (at least A-level standard or A 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification there is a significant mathematical component. equivalent qualification acceptable to the if an offer of admission can be made. equivalent), however undergraduate courses acceptable to the University may be considered All applicants are required to submit a sample of University in English, or joint or combined with a high mathematical content, eg statistics, if an applicant can demonstrate recent ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS original written work, which will be assessed to Honours with English as a major subject. PgDip: Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or may be acceptable. A 2.1 Honours degree or professional/exhibition experience in filmmaking, Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not determine if an offer of admission can be made. Applications may be considered from those equivalent qualification acceptable to the above, or equivalent qualification acceptable photography or video arts, subject to portfolio less than 5.5 in any component, or an who hold a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent University in English, or joint or combined submission and interview. PgDip: Normally a 2.1 Honours degree to the University, is required for those with an equivalent qualification acceptable to the qualification acceptable to the University in a Honours with English as a major subject . In insufficient mathematical background. University is required. POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES TAUGHT POSTGRADUATE or equivalent qualification acceptable to subject other than English (eg Classics, Law) if addition, applicants are required to submit a ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS the University in any discipline. In certain previous expertise in textual analysis or cultural piece of literary-critical work, which will be ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not OVERVIEW circumstances, applicants may be admitted on history can be demonstrated. assessed to determine if an offer of admission less than 5.5 in any component, or an the strength of their writing alone. All applicants Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not You will explore how company managers and can be made. less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the investors make financial decisions, how they are required to submit a sample of original In addition, applicants are required to submit a University is required. written work, which will be assessed to determine piece of written work, which may be assessed to Additional Entrance Requirements apply. Please equivalent qualification acceptable to the manage risk and how financial markets function. University is required. You have an interest in financial decision-making if an offer of admission can be made. determine if an offer of admission can be made. see the online Course Finder for full details. OVERVIEW and financial institutions, and you want a career in The most important mass medium and art form ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS OVERVIEW the financial services sector or in academia. Your This programme will aid your understanding of modern times, film-making – and criticism background may not necessarily be in finance, Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not – is an area of immense interest, pleasure, and less than 5.5 in any component, or an less than 5.5 in any component, or an less than 5.5 in any component, or an of environmental engineering principles, so this is a great opportunity to gain depth of preparing you for a career in the environmental, creativity. Supported by state-of-the-art new knowledge in the field of financial decision- equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the film teaching and production facilities, you will be University is required. University is required. University is required. consultancy, regulatory, management, and making and understanding of financial markets. engineering industry. We welcome graduates able to specialise in practice-based and critical approaches to film and other media arts. OVERVIEW OVERVIEW OVERVIEW from non-engineering backgrounds such as CAREERS Geography, Geology and Environmental Science Successful students will have the necessary Focusing on prose fiction and scriptwriting, this The MA in English Literary Studies offers a Drawing on our long-standing reputation for CAREERS course will encourage your development as an flexible system in which students can choose producing distinguished critics and outstanding who want to specialise and develop a career in a skills to have career opportunities with various growing industry. This MA programme provides a qualification and financial institutions including investment banks, independent writer and self-reflective lifelong either specific topics to create a focused poets, this programme combines creative professional development opportunities ideally learner. You will gain a broad understanding of programme of study or widely diverse areas and critical work, making it suitable for a new commercial banks, financial consultancies and Our strong links with industry mean that suited to a career in film, television and other asset management firms. The programme also the literary marketplace and of the commercial of literary study, according to their own generation of poets and critics alike. employers not only set projects but contribute moving-image and broadcast media. It is also aspects of literary production. preferences. We offer a wide range of study: provides a strong foundation for PhD research. As a student on the course you can choose to to lectures on subjects such as renewable energy popular with students intending to or already from the earliest writings in English and later and the latest regulations in contaminated land. working in education, research, and the wider FEES CAREERS medieval literature (studied in their own historical follow either a critical or a creative pathway, or creative industries sector. Recent graduates UK/EU FEES: £6,500 Graduates from these programmes have a and cultural contexts but also in relation to new a combination of the two. Students who follow CAREERS a critical pathway will be joining an academic from this programme have gone on to work as INTERNATIONAL FEES: £18,200 good employment record. Professions including digital cultures), to contemporary American Past graduates have found employment with script editors, assistant producers, programme th st environment with a long-standing reputation publishing, journalism, public relations, teaching, literature and culture in the 20 and 21 a wide range of employers, eg environment researchers, schedule coordinators, and teaching advertising, the Civil Service, business, industry centuries (incorporating literature and other for the critical appreciation, reception and understanding of poetry from Ireland, Britain and regulatory agencies, civil engineering and posts in Film and Moving Image Arts. and the media all recruit from our pool of aspects of culture, such as television and specialist contractors as well as engineering and graduates. Some students choose to continue graphic arts). the United States. Poets who come to develop FEES their own creative writing have the unique environmental consultancies in the UK, Ireland their studies to PhD level on a chosen, specialised and abroad. UK/EU FEES: £5,500 CAREERS opportunity of working with some of Ireland’s topic in Creative Writing. INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 Graduates from these programmes have a most renowned poets. FEES FEES good employment record. Professions including CAREERS UK/EU FEES: £5,500 (MSc); £3,667 (PgDip) UK/EU FEES: £5,500 publishing, journalism, public relations, teaching, Professions including publishing, journalism, public INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,600 (MSc); INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 IT, library science, corporate advertising, the relations, teaching, advertising, the Civil Service, £13,067 (PgDip) Civil Service, business, industry and the media business, industry and the media all recruit from all recruit from our range of graduates. Some our range of graduates. Some students choose to Please note: Applications for this course students choose to continue their studies to PhD continue their studies to PhD level. received after 30 June 2018 may not be level on a chosen, specialised topic in one of the considered. A deposit will be required to secure pathways in English Literary Studies. FEES a place upon offer. FEES UK/EU FEES: £5,500 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 UK/EU FEES: £5,500 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700

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GLOBAL FOOD SECURITY GLOBAL SECURITY AND BORDERS HISTORY HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT HUMAN RIGHTS AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE HUMAN RIGHTS LAW POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES (FOOD SAFETY) (MSc, PgDip, PgCert) (MA) (MA) (MSc) (LLM) (LLM) DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION Online learning. 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full time / 3 years part time 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full time / 2 years part time MSc: 3 years part-time; PgDip: 2 years part-time; PgCert: 1 year part-time ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Normally a minimum of a 2.1 Honours degree or Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or above or Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or above or ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 above, or equivalent qualification acceptable to qualification acceptable to the University qualification acceptable to the University in equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above the University in a Social Sciences, Humanities in History (single or combined Honours). In any discipline. University in Law, Social Sciences, Humanities University in Law, Social Sciences, Humanities or in a relevant area of Science or equivalent or Arts subject, or a minimum of a 2.1 Honours exceptional circumstances the holder of a 2.1 or a cognate discipline. a cognate discipline. qualification acceptable to the University. degree or above, or equivalent qualification Honours degree, or equivalent qualification Applicants with a 2.2 Honours degree or acceptable to the University in any subject with acceptable to the University in a subject other equivalent qualification acceptable to the Exemption from these requirements may be Exemption from these requirements may be Applicants with qualifications below 2.2 relevant professional experience. than History may be considered for admission. University and sufficient relevant experience will considered for those applicants who hold a considered for those applicants who hold a Honours degree standard (or equivalent Such applicants will be considered on a case-by- be considered on a case-by-case basis. A formal Master's degree (or equivalent qualification Master's degree (or equivalent qualification qualification acceptable to the University) will be The University's Recognition of Prior Learning case basis. interview, the submission of written work, exam acceptable to the University) or for those acceptable to the University) or for those considered on a case-by-case basis, if they can Policy provides guidance on the assessment of or GMAT test may form a part of this procedure. applicants with a 2.2 Honours degree (or applicants with a 2.2 Honours degree (or demonstrate appropriate experience, acceptable experiential learning (RPEL). Please visit ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS to the School. http://go.qub.ac.uk/RPLpolicy for more Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not University) along with a minimum of two years University) along with a minimum of two years POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES TAUGHT POSTGRADUATE information. less than 5.5 in any component, or an Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not relevant experience. relevant experience. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS equivalent qualification acceptable to the less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not Further criteria may be applied since placements University is required. qualification acceptable to the University less than 5.5 in any component, or an are limited. This may include, for example, a is required. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not equivalent qualification acceptable to the request for a supporting statement or interview. OVERVIEW less than 5.5 in any component, or an less than 5.5 in any component, or an OVERVIEW University is required. This programme is designed around your equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS research interests. You can opt to specialise You want to advance your career in the HR University is required. University is required. OVERVIEW Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not in particular areas such as Gender History, field and gain employment in a range of HR OVERVIEW OVERVIEW This online Global Food Security (Food Safety) less than 5.5 in any component, or an Religious History, Social History, Political History roles. You recognise the importance of people programme is delivered by leading research equivalent qualification acceptable to the or Economic History. Or, you can create a more management in organisational success. This The Human Rights element of this programme This course provides you with an opportunity to active staff within the internationally recognised University is required. varied personal programme of study from one of course is accredited by the Chartered Institute focuses on both international human rights law, gain an in-depth critical appreciation of human Institute for Global Food Security. The unique five strands: American History; British History; of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and is including at regional levels in Europe, Africa rights law, with its content constantly reviewed OVERVIEW course comprises specialist modules such as Irish History; Ancient, Medieval and Early taught by a mixture of world-class researchers and the Americas, and concentration on the to reflect the international issues that are Chemical and Microbiological Feed and Food A unique opportunity, not offered anywhere Modern History or Religion; Identity and Conflict and experienced practitioners, and is designed to practice of human rights, especially in the most prominent, especially in the contexts of Safety, Health, Global Food Legislation, Food else in the UK or Ireland, to study the crucial in History. provide you with a high standard of understanding contexts of discrimination, armed conflicts, discrimination, armed conflicts, terrorism Fraud and Advanced Analytical Methods. The interaction of global security practices and of the current trends, opportunities and terrorism and migration. and migration. course is particularly relevant if you work in borders as sites of power, identity and politics. CAREERS challenges facing HRM practitioners. The Criminal Justice component allows students Human rights research and teaching has been the agri-food industry, regulatory agencies or The MA can be regarded either as an end in You will get the chance to apply theoretical CAREERS to explore the inter-relationships between crime, carried out under the auspices of the Human analytical communities and wish to develop your itself, culminating in the distinction of having knowledge to a higher level. insights in the real world through the Borders The MSc programme prepares students for justice and society in comparative context. Rights Centre at Queen’s since 1990. The Centre Internship module where you will also learn key obtained a postgraduate degree and enhanced Modules assess criminal justice policies and has strong links with civil society organisations, your employability skills as a researcher, or as a a range of HR-related roles in management CAREERS transferrable employability skills. institutions from an interdisciplinary perspective statutory human rights bodies and international stepping stone to the higher research degree and research such as HR analyst, HR advisor, This programme should allow career HR generalist, HR manager, recruitment and allow for in-depth analyses of topical issues human rights institutions and networks, and CAREERS of PhD. Many graduates have gone on to progression for those working within the manager, careers advisor, as well as positions in criminal justice and criminology at local, organises a speaker series and a number of Potential careers emerging from this degree PhD programmes both at Queen’s and other national, regional and international levels. conferences annually. It participates in the wider agri-food industry sector including food world-leading Universities. Others go into a in consultancy, trade unions and academic and production, processing and retail, regulatory include: local, region and national Government, policy research across all sectors. Association of Human Rights Institutes and policy analysis, border agencies, customs and wide variety of employment including careers CAREERS the Venice-based Master's in Human Rights and governmental control agencies, and in museums, archives or libraries; journalism or research organisations. excise, and research for interest and advocacy Recent graduates of the programme have gained This LLM provides a knowledge base for criminal and Democratisation and also has links with NGOs. In addition they provide an appropriate media-related work; teaching; private and public employment with a number of organisations, justice and human rights-related careers, often universities worldwide. administration; economic development and the FEES basis for those who wish to proceed to doctoral- including: First Derivatives, Moy Park Group, in governmental bodies, national human rights voluntary sector. CAREERS UK/EU FEES: Not set for 2018-19 level study. Power NI, Zurich Insurance and Energia. institutions and international and national civil INTERNATIONAL FEES: Not set for 2018-19 FEES society organisations, as well as with criminal Graduates have found jobs in the UN, the EU and FEES FEES justice agencies, such as the police service, the Council of Europe, as well as statutory bodies See pages 38-39 for more information and UK/EU FEES: £5,500 UK/EU FEES: £5,500 UK/EU FEES: £7,000 prison service or probation board. It also and a wide range of international and national contact details. INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £18,200 provides an excellent base for a research degree NGOs. Others have found the LLM to constitute such as a PhD, which in turn may lead on to an an extremely valuable addition to their work as Closing date for applications: 31 May 2018 academic career. legal professionals. Furthermore, this Master's at 4.00pm. Applications received after the provides an excellent base for further study closing date will be regarded as late and will FEES towards a research degree such as a PhD, which be considered only if vacancies exist when all UK/EU FEES: £5,500 in turn may lead on to an academic career. applications received by the closing date have INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 been processed. FEES UK/EU FEES: £5,500 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700

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POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES TAUGHT POSTGRADUATE less than 5.5 in any component, or an may form a part of this procedure. University), along with a minimum of 2 years of degree (minimum 57%) or above, or equivalent ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Please note that only the Mandarin-English equivalent qualification acceptable to the relevant experience. qualification acceptable to the University, in any language pair will be offered for 2018 entry. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not University is required. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS subject with relevant professional experience. less than 5.5 in any component, or an ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Students must demonstrate a high level of Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Applicants who do not meet these entry proficiency in both languages. equivalent qualification acceptable to the OVERVIEW less than 5.5 in any component, or an Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not requirements may, at the discretion of the University is required. In a society whose ambition is to increase social equivalent qualification acceptable to the less than 5.5 in any component, or an relevant programme convenor, be considered ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS OVERVIEW justice and inclusion, this Master’s programme University is required. equivalent qualification acceptable to the for admission on the basis of relevant work Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not is unique, not only because of the disciplinary University is required. experience and/or an assessed piece of work. less than 5.5 in any component, or an The MA in Irish Studies at Queen’s provides approaches it employs, but also because you will OVERVIEW students with an unrivalled opportunity to OVERVIEW The University's Recognition of Prior Learning equivalent qualification acceptable to the study and apply an approach to wellbeing that has You wish to gain essential skills necessary to University is required. examine Ireland in its global contexts. With been developed by some of the world’s leading understand and manage business challenges and This programme is designed to help you set Policy provides guidance on the assessment of options from Literature, History, Politics, experiential learning (RPEL). Please visit thinkers, namely the Capabilities Approach. The opportunities in a global setting. You will focus on the legal and regulatory regimes around OVERVIEW Archaeology, Anthropology, and Sociology skills you will develop include critical thinking organisations that do not limit their operations international business and the global economy http://go.qub.ac.uk/RPLpolicy the MA allows students to pursue challenging for more information. A comprehensive and balanced range of practical skills and how best to be an inclusive practitioner to a single nation state, such as Citigroup in the context of broader legal and socio-legal and theoretical modules, giving students exposure cross-disciplinary themes such as heritage and and, since this is a professionally-based degree, and Google, and you will consider why these study skills. You will be proficient in thinking identities, language and arts, peace and conflict, ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS to various contexts and modes of interpreting. you will apply what you have learned to your own organisations exist and how they are successful about business on a global scale and the place of reflecting the rich cultural legacy of Ireland professional practice. in the ever-changing global environment. You law, compliance, corporate social responsibility Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not There will be intensive interpreting practice in the across the world. Students will explore the are likely to want a career in a multinational and trade in our societies. less than 5.5 in any component, or an state-of-the-art language lab, tuition in online tools possibilities and opportunities in interdisciplinary CAREERS corporation, international organisation or equivalent qualification acceptable to the and translation technologies. Students have access work in one of the world’s leading centres of Irish Graduates from this degree have found it consultancy, many of which have offices The addition of a dedicated placement period University is required. to a dedicated Interpreting Suite, where they can Studies research. beneficial in their professional institutions in in Ireland. further enhances the student experience and OVERVIEW practice and develop their professional skills. advising colleagues, influencing policy and career prospects. CAREERS supporting pupils and students. CAREERS This MA aims to enable you to examine, explain and CAREERS Many of our graduates have gone on to PhD CAREERS This programme provides the knowledge and understand what affects our world, from security Many of our graduates work as professional programmes both here at Queen’s as well as The degree helps students reshape their thinking skills which are sought by employers such as This LLM provides a useful qualification and and terrorism, migration and mobility, to global interpreters and translators, either in-house at some of the best universities in the world. on special needs education and matters of SMEs focused on business intelligence, trade or knowledge base for a business, governmental or financial crises. The programme offers a balance or by setting up their own agencies. They have Our students have also found employment in inclusion, to question values and beliefs that business solutions, manufacturing companies, NGO career relating to governance, compliance, between providing core content in the field of also pursued careers in a range of areas where the media, in the heritage sector and tourism, were previously taken for granted. multinational enterprises, international social responsibility or trade. International Relations, while allowing you to translation and interpreting skills are required, in business and in university administration, institutions and NGOs, and Government actively choose your area of specialism. You will be particularly in study abroad services. FEES FEES such as academia and teaching, creative writing, agencies responsible for trade and investment actively engaged in designing the core module on diplomacy and public service, business and UK/EU FEES: £5,500 – as well the consulting industry. Some students UK/EU FEES: £5,500 the programme, agreeing the international issues commerce, and journalism. FEES INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 may wish to pursue an academic career through INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 of greatest importance on which you want to focus. UK/EU FEES: £5,500 PhD study. In the last three years, four of our FEES INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 CAREERS students started academic careers in the UK UK/EU FEES: £5,500 and abroad. All of the MA programmes offered in the School INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 provide our graduates with the skills to pursue a FEES wide range of careers in the private, public and UK/EU FEES: £6,500 voluntary sectors. In addition they provide an INTERNATIONAL FEES: £18,200 appropriate basis for those who wish to proceed to doctoral-level study.

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LAW LEADERSHIP FOR SUSTAINABLE LEADERSHIP FOR SUSTAINABLE RURAL LEGISLATIVE STUDIES AND PRACTICE (MA) MANAGEMENT MARKETING POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES (LLM) DEVELOPMENT (MSc) DEVELOPMENT (MSc) (Subject to Final Approval) (MSc) (MSc)

DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full time 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full time 1 year full time 1 year full time

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or above or Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above A 2.1 Honours degree at 65% or above or Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent equivalent qualification acceptable to the or an equivalent qualification acceptable to or an equivalent qualification acceptable to equivalent qualification acceptable to the qualification acceptable to the University in any qualification acceptable to the University in University in Law, Social Sciences, Humanities or the University. the University. University, in Politics, European Studies, discipline (except Business or Management). any discipline. a cognate discipline. International Studies, Philosophy or a cognate Applicants who do not meet the above academic Applicants who do not meet the above academic subject, with at least one module in the first class ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Exemption from these requirements may be requirements will be considered on a case-by- requirements will be considered on a case-by- range (70%+). Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not considered for those applicants who hold a case basis. Submission of a portfolio and/or case basis. Submission of a portfolio and/or less than 5.5 in any component, or an less than 5.5 in any component, or an Master’s degree (or equivalent qualification interview may be required. interview may be required. Shortlisted applicants for the programme equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the acceptable to the University) or for those will be interviewed by a panel comprising the University is required. University is required. applicants with a 2.2 Honours degree (or ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Programme Convenor, one or more other equivalent qualification acceptable to the Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not members of the School's academic staff, OVERVIEW OVERVIEW University) along with a minimum of 2 years of less than 5.5 in any component, or an less than 5.5 in any component, or an and representatives of the Secretariat at the This course is for you if you are from a non- Designed for the digital marketing environment, POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES TAUGHT POSTGRADUATE relevant experience. equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the Northern Ireland Assembly. business or management background, and you the MSc in Marketing encompasses elements of University is required. University is required. wish to either enhance your first degree or move marketing management and strategy, consumer ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS towards a successful management career. You behaviour, digital marketing (including Google OVERVIEW OVERVIEW Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not want to understand how organisations operate in Analytics), marketing analytics (including SAS less than 5.5 in any component, or an Managing sustainability is one of the most Sustainable rural development involves less than 5.5 in any component, or an today’s global marketplace and how the different database training), research methods and equivalent qualification acceptable to the challenging and rapidly growing areas in both challenging the disparities between rural and equivalent qualification acceptable to the functions of management (such as strategy and international marketing. University is required. the public and private sectors. This innovative urban areas, protecting the countryside and University is required. operations) link together. programme, open to applicants from all sustaining local services. The course promotes The 12-week internship placement covers projects OVERVIEW disciplinary backgrounds, is for those who want leadership and action-based experiential OVERVIEW This programme educates students on the many on marketing strategy audits, social media and This Master’s provides ambitious graduates to turn the vision of a sustainable society into learning, through a series of lectures, group This innovative programme seeks to develop facets of management while also developing digital work, along with big data analytics. with a highly flexible approach to advanced a practical reality. It promotes leadership and projects and a 16-week rural or rurally-oriented students’ knowledge of the historical and political important management skills such as critical legal studies, focused on the School of Law's embraces action-based, experiential learning, placement. The programme will enhance your contexts - regional, national and European - in thinking, problem solving, and communication. CAREERS specialisms in criminal justice, European law, facilitated through a series of lectures, group critical thinking and promotes the use of initiative which the Northern Ireland Assembly operates. Graduates with a solid knowledge of public and environmental governance, human projects and three 8-week work placements in a for problem-solving and decision-making in Students can develop a detailed understanding CAREERS contemporary marketing thought and best rights and international business. You will range of sectors. You will learn to foster critical sustainable development. of legislative practice through work-based Core management skills are highly sought-after practices, coupled with a solid grounding participate in research-led seminars involving thinking and use initiative in problem-solving and learning in the Northern Ireland Assembly, by employers in the private and public sectors. in market(ing) research methods, tools and leading scholars and policy makers/advisers, decision-making in sustainable development, and CAREERS and develop their analytical, communication, This MSc provides an opportunity for recent applications, are likely to secure employment in giving you an entry point to the School’s learn leadership skills that are applicable in any This MSc will equip you to work in a variety of employability and research skills. graduates to increase their employment and the following areas: digital marketing, marketing academic community from where you can sector in any part of the world. roles, the unique rural perspective has seen many career prospects, giving themselves a competitive analytics, marketing research and new product enhance your career and deepen your sense graduates go on to work in both the private and A unique opportunity for work-based learning advantage in the graduate labour market. introductions, key account management, export of how law acts upon our social lives. CAREERS public sector in a rural or rurally-oriented field, through a nine-month placement at the projects and related international expansion, as This MSc will equip you to work in a variety of both here in Northern Ireland and internationally. Northern Ireland Assembly, with at least three Our graduates are now playing important roles in a well as brand management work. CAREERS roles in both the private and public sector, here in days per week at the Assembly. wide range of careers including marketing, supply Given the broad range of topics covered in this Northern Ireland, and internationally. Our recent FEES chain management, operations management, FEES CAREERS LLM, successful completion of the programme graduates have gone on to a wide range of roles UK/EU FEES: £5,500 consultancy and general management. UK/EU FEES: £7,000 will open a wide range of career opportunities to such as: Communications and Engagement INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 The programme serves as a solid base for a INTERNATIONAL FEES: £18,200 variety of careers, notably in the Civil Service, Examples of employers include Aldi (Dublin), its graduates. This LLM also provides an excellent Specialist; Environmental Manager; Sustainability BAE Submarine Systems, BDO, Bombardier base for further study towards a research degree Consultant; Housing Development; Recycling in politics and political consultancy, as well as leading on to further research. Aerospace, Centrica plc, Citigroup, Galway such as a PhD, which in turn may lead on to an Education Promotions Officer; International County Council, Jameson Whiskey, Lidl (Dublin), academic career. Development Volunteer; Marine Community FEES Lloyds of London, local and national government Support Officer; Parliamentary Assistant and offices, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Randox FEES Environmental Consultant. UK/EU FEES: £5,500 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 Laboratories Ltd, Rolls Royce, SAP Software UK/EU FEES: £5,500 Solutions and The Central Bank of Ireland. INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 FEES Closing date for applications: 19 February 2018 UK/EU FEES: £5,500 at 4.00pm. FEES INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 UK/EU FEES: £6,500 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £18,200

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MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MASTERS IN LAW (MLaw) MECHANICAL ENGINEERING WITH MANAGEMENT MEDIA AND BROADCAST MENTAL HEALTH MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES (MBA) Two-year Qualifying Law Degree (MSc, PgDip) (PgCerts also available. See ** below.) PRODUCTION (MA, PgDip) (PgDip) BIOTECHNOLOGY (MSc)

DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION 1 year full time / 2 years part time 2 years full time 1 year full time 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full time 1 year full time / 2 years part time

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent Normally a 2.1 Honours degree (63% or above) Normally a 2.2 Honours degree (or equivalent MA: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent A primary medical degree and full or limited Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above qualification acceptable to the University in or equivalent qualification acceptable to the qualification acceptable to the University) qualification acceptable to the University in an registration with the GMC (London or Dublin). in a relevant area of Science or equivalent any discipline. All applicants will normally have a University in a discipline other than Law. in a suitable engineering discipline, including Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences subject. qualification acceptable to the University. minimum of 5 years’ full-time, post-graduation substantial Mathematics and Engineering Applicants must hold one of the following Applicants with qualifications below 2.2 employment experience, preferably in a Exemption from these requirements may be content at 2.2 Honours level (or equivalent PgDip: Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or suitable positions and be undertaking a rotation/ Honours degree standard (or equivalent management capacity. In certain circumstances, 3 considered for those applicants who: standard acceptable to the School). A 2.1 equivalent qualification acceptable to the employment in a mental health setting: qualification acceptable to the University) will be University in an Arts, Humanities or Social years’ experience may be considered on a case-by- • Hold a Master's degree (or equivalent Honours degree in Mathematics or Physics • GPST1 (General Practitioner Specialist considered on a case-by-case basis, if they can case basis. Applicants must provide a full and up- or equivalent qualification acceptable to the Sciences subject. Applicants with qualifications Training year 1) demonstrate appropriate experience, acceptable qualification acceptable to the University) or below 2.1 Honours degree standard may be to-date Curriculum Vitae together with a detailed University will be considered. • FY2 - Foundation Year 2 to the School. personal statement as part of the application • Hold a 2.1 Honours degree (below 63%) or a considered if they can demonstrate appropriate process. Eligible applicants will be interviewed. 2.2 Honours degree in a discipline other than Applicants with non-standard qualifications will relevant experience. • CT1 - Consultant Trainee Year 1 ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Law (or equivalent qualifications acceptable to be considered on an individual basis. Applicants • CT2 - Consultant Trainee Year 2 Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES TAUGHT POSTGRADUATE ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS holding a 2.2 Honours degree, or equivalent less than 5.5 in any component, or an the University) together with 2 years' relevant • LAT1 (Locum Appointed for Training Year 1) Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not professional experience. qualification acceptable to the University in a Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not equivalent qualification acceptable to the less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent suitable engineering discipline with performance less than 5.5 in any component, or an • Staff Grade or equivalent University is required. in key modules below 2.2 Honours standard, equivalent qualification acceptable to the qualification acceptable to the University ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS • Acceptable equivalent ROI Post is required. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not may be considered on an individual basis. Such University is required. OVERVIEW less than 5.5 in any component, or an applicants will be required to demonstrate a ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS This Master’s degree is ideal for Life Sciences minimum of two years' professional experience. OVERVIEW OVERVIEW equivalent qualification acceptable to the Evidence of an IELTS* score of 7.0, with not graduates who wish to gain in-depth knowledge Offering an integrated programme of study in The MBA is a career-development programme University is required. less than 5.5 in any component, or an and practical skills in Molecular Biology in a ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS the theoretical, applied and creative aspects for students with relevant postgraduate equivalent qualification acceptable to the research active setting. It will teach you the Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not of contemporary broadcasting, this course will work experience. Students develop strategic OVERVIEW University is required. fundamental Molecular Bioscience underpinning management and leadership expertise, based The MLaw is designed for UK non-law graduates, less than 5.5 in any component, or an appeal to you if your background is in English, biotechnology along with examples of its current on experiential and practical learning. Personal and for law and non-law graduates from other equivalent qualification acceptable to the politics, history, journalism, cultural studies OVERVIEW applications, in a sector with a growing need for University is required. or creative writing. You will be introduced to development, business ethics and sustainability, and countries who wish to acquire a thorough This Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health scientists educated to this level. theoretical approaches to broadcasting, international business practice form core aspects. grounding in UK law. The specially devised is designed for doctors in training who are OVERVIEW as well as to basic techniques useful for Staff from various research clusters within the Partners from leading business, public sector and curriculum builds on the fact that students preparing for a career in Psychiatry, General Develop skills including the latest advances in broadcast practice. School of Biological Sciences actively contribute non-profit organisations provide Distinguished have already benefited from a university- Practice or General Medicine and is suitable engineering disciplines of energy and power, to this programme, providing a cross-disciplinary Leadership talks, company projects and individual level education by enabling them to acquire a for Trainee Psychiatrists preparing for College manufacture and design. In addition to this, you CAREERS environment where you will benefit from working mentoring to our MBA students. Students choose qualifying law degree in 2 years, rather than the examinations. This programme enables you to will be equipped with the creative, commercial, This programme is designed to offer a range of with state-of-the-art laboratory equipment. a specialism in Business Analytics, or Business 3 years it would normally take to obtain an LLB. gain a good understanding of major psychiatric and management skills that are necessary to be highly useful skills, experience and understanding Planning and Social Innovation. A week-long study disorders, approaches to treatment and an innovator, entrepreneur and industry leader. regarding broadcasting and contemporary CAREERS visit to the USA, and an off-campus residential The MLaw is recognised by the Law Society and psychopharmacology. Clinical training forms an media, which would be useful in a range of This MSc will enable you to pursue a range of trip focused on team-building and personal the Bar Council as a qualifying senior status important component of the programme, and **Note: a PgCert in either Engineering careers, including broadcasting, journalism, careers including commercial, industrial and development, contribute to this intensive journey Law degree for practice in Northern Ireland, you will have a Clinical Tutor at your base hospital Management or Mechanical Engineering is marketing, press and public relations, advertising healthcare applications of Molecular Biology. of personal and professional development. England and Wales. Students hoping to practice or a GP/psychiatrist appointed as a supervisor. in another jurisdiction should contact that also available. and teaching. Some students choose to continue This course is also an excellent foundation for CAREERS jurisdiction’s regulatory body. their studies to PhD level on a chosen, specialised CAREERS those wishing to pursue research at PhD level. topic in Broadcast Literacy. Recent graduates have gone on to roles such • Our MBA graduates are employed in a variety of CAREERS This PG Diploma equips you with advanced CAREERS as: Formulations Analyst, Norbrook; Right First management positions including: Previous graduates have gone on to work in skills, knowledge and understanding in the area This programme is particularly attractive for FEES Time Specialist, Pfizer; Research Associate • CEO – New business start-up (Ireland) Airbus, Ford, Dyson, McLaren, BP, Aston Martin of mental health, which can also enhance your those who wish to enter the legal profession, UK/EU FEES: £5,500 at Zymergen, Inc; Technical Support, Qiagen; and Jaguar Land Rover. career opportunities in Psychiatry, General • Director – Global Consultancy (UK) for whom it is an alternative to a graduate level INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 Validation Scientist, BD Bioscience; Quality Practice and General Medicine. • Business Analysis and Management Consultant CPE/GDL programme. By spreading study over FEES Assurance, Baxter International; Associate two years of intensive postgraduate-level work, (USA, India, Thailand) UK/EU FEES: £5,500 FEES Scientist, Abbott. students gain a greater depth of understanding • International Marketing Manager (China) INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,600 than is possible in one-year CPE programmes. UK/EU FEES: Not set for 2018-19 FEES • Financial Trader (Ireland) INTERNATIONAL FEES: Not set for 2018-19 Please note: Applications for this course UK/EU FEES: £5,500 FEES • Head of R&D in Conservation (UK) received after 30 June 2018 may not be See pages 38-39 for more information and INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,600 UK/EU FEES: £7,000 per year FEES considered. A deposit will be required to secure contact details. (Total cost of £14,000 over 2 years) a place upon offer. UK/EU FEES: £20,000 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £17,200 per year INTERNATIONAL FEES: £20,000 (Total cost of £34,400 over 2 years)

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MOLECULAR PATHOLOGY NON-MEDICAL PRESCRIBING PARASITOLOGY AND PATHOGEN BIOLOGY PATHOLOGY INFORMATICS AND BUSINESS PHARMACEUTICAL ANALYSIS PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES OF CANCER (MSc, PgDip, PgCert) (PgCert) (MSc, PgDip) APPLICATION (DISTANCE LEARNING) (PgCert) (MSc) (CONVERSION) (MSc)

DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year part time 1 year full time 1 year part time 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full time / 2 years part time PgCert: 1 year part time ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Normally at least a 2.2 Honours degree in Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above A 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above or MSc: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent Nursing, Midwifery or Specialist Community in a relevant area of Science or equivalent acceptable to the University in a relevant qualification acceptable to the University in equivalent qualification acceptable to the qualification acceptable to the University in a Public Health Nursing. Candidates who hold qualification acceptable to the University. biological subject is required. Evidence of Chemistry, Pharmacy or a closely allied subject. University. Typically, entrants to the programme relevant biological subject is required. Evidence a recognised qualification, approved by the Applicants with qualifications below 2.2 equivalent professional qualifications (MBBS, Performance in key modules will be taken into come from backgrounds in Geography, of equivalent professional qualifications (MBBS, University as being a suitable alternative to a Honours degree standard (or equivalent BDS or BVSc) or experience will be considered consideration. Sociology, Estate Management, Environmental BDS or BVSc) or experience will be considered primary degree, may be considered for entry qualification acceptable to the University) will be on an individual basis. Science, Architecture and Economics, although on an individual basis. onto the programme. Please refer to the considered on a case-by-case basis, if they can Applicants with relevant work experience will be recent entrants have included those with online Course Finder section for additional demonstrate appropriate experience, acceptable ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS considered on a case-by-case basis. backgrounds in Arts and Humanities. Applicants Intercalating applicants: Further information for information. Note: application is made directly to the School. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not with qualifications below 2.2 Honours degree ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Intercalating applicants is available on the online through the School. less than 6.0 in any component, or an standard (or equivalent qualification acceptable Course Finder. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS equivalent qualification acceptable to the Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not to the University) will be considered on a ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not University is required. less than 5.5 in any component, or an case-by-case basis, if they can demonstrate POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES TAUGHT POSTGRADUATE PgDip: A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent This course is only available for registered nurses less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the appropriate acceptable experience. The qualification acceptable to the University in a OVERVIEW University is required. relevant biological subject is required. Evidence working within the UK. equivalent qualification acceptable to the University's Recognition of Prior Learning University is required. This exciting, innovative distance learning Policy provides guidance on the assessment of of equivalent professional qualifications (MBBS, OVERVIEW OVERVIEW programme aims to enhance your theoretical experiential learning (RPEL). BDS or BVSc) or experience will be considered OVERVIEW Acquire the skills, knowledge and hands-on on an individual basis. This programme aims to prepare safe and knowledge and practical skills in molecular effective nursing practitioners who are This MSc is for students seeking training in pathology and to empower you to pursue a experience for a career as a Pharmaceutical ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS PgCert: A 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent competent to prescribe within a legal parasite-borne infectious diseases that severely career in healthcare, industry or academia. Analyst. You’ll learn the theory behind state- Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with qualification acceptable to the University in a and ethical context. You’ll benefit from high- undermine human health in the developing of-the-art analytical techniques and have an not less than 5.5 in any component, or an relevant biological subject is required. Evidence quality teaching that is informed by current world and agri-food production systems globally. You’ll be absorbed into molecular pathology, opportunity to practice your skills using the equivalent qualification acceptable to the of equivalent professional qualifications (MBBS, research and scholarship and will be mentored The programme embraces the One Health a rapidly growing discipline in 21st-century most modern instrumentation. University is required. medicine. It integrates genomics and BDS or BVSc) or experience will be considered by a designated medical practitioner for the approach, so you will develop expertise directly Our industrial partners are always telling us they on an individual basis. duration of the programme. applicable to human, plant and animal health and bioinformatics with modern pathology to OVERVIEW underpin molecular diagnostics, theranostics need people like you. Analysts are among the welfare. You will acquire skills such as molecular most sought after professionals with some of the An intensive programme to prepare graduates ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS CAREERS and clinical trials delivery within the academic, biology techniques, diagnostics, epidemiology, highest employability rates. from a broad range of disciplines for a career in Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Nurses who prescribe are highly skilled in their drug/vaccine development, pathogen control, health services and industry sectors in an era of planning and development. It is accredited by precision medicine. less than 6.0 in any component, or an profession. They must be able to demonstrate host-parasite interaction, immunobiology, CAREERS the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and the that they have sufficient assessment and drug resistance and the potential impact of Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). equivalent qualification acceptable to the CAREERS There is currently a high demand, both locally University is required. diagnostic skills in the specialist area they climate change. Taught by research-active staff This programme will produce high calibre and internationally, for graduates with analytical Emphasis is placed on projects - live planning will prescribe in. As such, a variety of career gaining practical experience in internationally skills in this sector. You might be working as a OVERVIEW pathways are open to Nurse Prescribers within competitive laboratories, you will also acquire candidates who can thrive in the academic, problems, studio work and applied learning health care delivery or bio-industry sectors. laboratory analyst or senior analyst, in quality outside the class including problem-solving with Molecular Pathology integrates genomics both primary and secondary care settings. field experience in vector and parasite sampling assurance or quality control or in an industrial and control methodologies. Your research controversial proposals, such as fracking and and bioinformatics with modern pathology to FEES research and development facility. underpin molecular diagnostics, theranostics FEES project will be undertaken in either research windfarm applications. UK/EU FEES: £1,833 active laboratories (academic or industrial) or in UK/EU FEES: £1,833 and clinical trials delivery within the academic, Ireland, north and south, is a major hub for the CAREERS health services and industry sectors in an era of INTERNATIONAL FEES: £5,233 the field. INTERNATIONAL FEES: £6,533 Pharmaceutical industry. The course can also precision medicine. On this programme you will open up career pathways in other areas, such as Our graduates end up in leading positions benefit from our international reputation for the CAREERS the food industry or environmental protection. in central and local government and as well application of Molecular Pathology in high quality The skillset and knowledge acquired will as in planning consultancies in the private translational research within the University’s equip you with a comprehensive academic FEES sector. Some have gone on to lead significant Centre for Research and Cell Biology. and methodological repertoire to undertake a UK/EU FEES: £5,500 environmental campaigns such as opposition career in agriculture, plant science, animal and INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,600 to fracking; work with NGOs such as Friends CAREERS human health, pharmaceutica, academia or of the Earth; and worked with communities to This MSc will produce high calibre candidates food security. Please note: Applications for this course received make their neighbourhoods better, such as with who understand precision medicine and thrive after 30 June 2018 may not be considered. A disadvantaged groups. FEES deposit will be required to secure a place. in the academic, health care delivery or bio- FEES industry sector. UK/EU FEES: £5,500 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,600 UK/EU FEES: £5,500 FEES INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,600 UK/EU FEES: £5,500 Please note: Applications for this course INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,600 received after 30 June 2018 may not be considered. A deposit will be required to secure a place upon offer.

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PLANNING AND REGENERATION POLITICS POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE PRESCRIBING FOR PROFESSIONAL LEGAL STUDIES PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE IN ARCHITECTURE POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES (MSc) (MA, PgDip) IN EDUCATION (PGCE) PHARMACISTS (PgCert) (BARRISTER/SOLICITOR) (PgDip) (PgCert)

DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION 1 year full time 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full time 9 months part time 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year part time

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or higher in MA: Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or above, Each PGCE subject specialism has its own A primary degree in Pharmacy (minimum Recognised Law degree* (or non-Law degree Entry is open to applicants who have successfully Environmental Planning or equivalent qualification or equivalent qualification acceptable to the set of entrance requirements. For details, Bachelor degree) from an institution approved plus approved Legal Studies course) together completed the Queen's University Belfast acceptable to the University. The course is open University in a Social Sciences, Humanities please see the relevant entry on the online by the University. with selection on the basis of performance in BSc in Architecture or equivalent qualification to other graduates, particularly those from the or Arts subject, or a 2.1 Honours degree or Course Finder. competitive admissions test; or recommended acceptable to the University from an approved built environment professions and those involved above, or equivalent qualification acceptable Additionally all students must have: and approved students of the Honorable Society RIBA/ARB Part 1 course in a recognised At the time of application, GCSE Mathematics in community development, regeneration, and to the University in any subject with relevant • Two-year's post-registration experience. of the Inn of Court of Northern Ireland; or UK institution. certain fields in public service provision, local professional experience. grade C, and GCSE English Language grade C recommended and approved students of the government and the voluntary sector. or equivalent qualification acceptable to the • The support of their sponsoring organisation. Law Society of Northern Ireland. Applicants must also have successfully completed PgDip: Normally a 2.2 Honours degree (minimum University. We reserve the right to enhance (i) the Queen's University Belfast BArch or MArch Applicants with qualifications below 2.2 Honours 57%) or above, or equivalent qualification the shortlisting criteria if the course is over- • Identified a designated medical practitioner *A list of recognised Law degrees is given on the or (ii) any other approved RIBA Part 2 course in a degree standard (or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in a Social Sciences, subscribed. Shortlisted applicants will prior to commencing the programme. Institute's website. recognised UK institution. acceptable to the University) will be considered Humanities or Arts subject OR a 2.2 Honours be interviewed.

POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES TAUGHT POSTGRADUATE on a case-by-case basis, if they can demonstrate degree (minimum 57%) or above, or equivalent • Be registered with Pharmaceutical Society ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Applicants from other institutions must normally appropriate relevant acceptable experience. qualification acceptable to the University in any Further information is available at of Northern Ireland (PSNI), General International students wishing to apply to be able to demonstrate that they have taken and The University's Recognition of Prior Learning subject with relevant professional experience. http://go.qub.ac.uk/PGT-pgce Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) or equivalent Queen's University Belfast (and for whom successfully completed Professional Studies type Policy provides guidance on the assessment of Applicants who do not meet these entry acceptable to the University. English is not their first language), must be able elements within their RIBA/ARB Part 1 and Part 2 ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS experiential learning (RPEL). requirements may, at the discretion of the to demonstrate their proficiency in English in courses to the satisfaction of the University. this programme is only open to students relevant programme convenor, be considered Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Note: order to benefit fully from their course of study who are resident in Northern Ireland or Great Additional Entrance Requirements apply. Please ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS for admission on the basis of relevant work less than 5.5 in any component, or an or research. Britain. For students resident in Northern see the online Course Finder for full details. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with experience and/or an assessed piece of work. equivalent qualification acceptable to the Ireland, the start date for this programme is not less than 5.5 in any component, or an University is required. OVERVIEW April 2018 / 2019. For students resident in Great ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS equivalent qualification acceptable to the ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS A postgraduate award which will enable you, as OVERVIEW Britain, the start date for this programme is Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not University is required. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with a legal graduate, to practice professionally as September 2018. This is because of the timing of less than 5.5 in any component, or an not less than 5.5 in any component, or an The PGCE is broadly aligned with the Northern either a solicitor or barrister in Northern Ireland. the on-campus residential which GB students are equivalent qualification acceptable to the OVERVIEW equivalent qualification acceptable to the Ireland Curriculum, training graduates to This course is designed to equip you for your first required to attend. University is required. This course gives you the opportunity to study University is required. teach across the 11-18+ year age range. The three years of practice. programme aims to develop your competence the various spatial planning dimensions of ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS OVERVIEW regeneration at local, regional and national OVERVIEW and confidence in teaching and in the general CAREERS This programme is only open to applicants This postgraduate certificate will enable you to scales. You will undertake a significant practice- The aim of the MA in Politics is to deepen professional role of the teacher. The Institute caters exclusively for those resident in Northern Ireland or Great Britain. practice as a professional architect. It provides orientated component that focuses on developing students' understanding of important intending to qualify as barristers or solicitors in CAREERS exemption from the RIBA Final Examination Part the skills and knowledge necessary for working contemporary issues in political studies through OVERVIEW Northern Ireland. III and is recognised by ARB for the purposes of effectively in the real world. the enhancement of students' analytical skills, This PGCE prepares students for teaching in This Postgraduate Certificate is designed to registration under the Architects Act 1997. research and writing talent, and capacity for secondary-level schools (age 11-18+). You will gain FEES provide postgraduate training in non-medical Accredited by the RICS (Planning and Development utilising theoretical approaches. These are all qualified teacher status (QTS). UK/EU FEES: Not set for 2018-19 prescribing for pharmacists in Northern Ireland. The programme is validated every four years Pathway) and, in some cases, by the RTPI. important transferrable skills, highly valued in INTERNATIONAL FEES: Not set for 2018-19 Qualified teachers have found employment in The part-time course commences in April by RIBA and prescribed every four years by the the job market. The programme is of particular CAREERS secondary schools, progressing through either and lasts for 9 months. It includes six taught ARB, ensuring compliance with the professional interest to those wishing to know more about See pages 38-39 for more information and a subject specialist or pastoral route into middle modules and 12 days of in-practice training with a standards of the ARB, RIBA, the European Pathways include: major regeneration planning Irish politics (North and South), European contact details. and senior management. Others have gone designated medical practitioner. Architects Directive and the Commonwealth internationally; helping residents plan better politics, political conflict, and political theory. Association of Architects. community places; private planning consultancies; on to successfully complete further postgraduate study. CAREERS government agencies; local councils; community CAREERS CAREERS Pharmacists who complete this programme Closing date for applications: 16 November 2017 and environment sector organisations. Graduates are now working in careers with local FEES are eligible to register as a Supplementary and at midday. Part III is the final examination in an architect's and national government, policy analysis and FEES UK/EU Fees: £4,165; PGCE (International): Independent Prescriber with the Pharmaceutical education and the foundation for lifelong advocacy for NGOs and charities. Many are also £5,500 Society of Northern Ireland and the General learning and development as a member of the NI/EU FEES: £4,160 in the private sector working as lawyers, in the INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). architectural profession. Graduates who have GB FEES: £9,250 media and in management consultancy. successfully completed this programme are INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,500 Closing date for applications: 1 November 2017 FEES eligible for entry on to the Register of Architects FEES If not progressing from Queen's: at 5.00pm. UK/EU FEES: Not set for 2018-19 with the ARB and chartered membership of RIBA. UK/EU: £5,500 UK/EU FEES: £5,500 INTERNATIONAL FEES: Not set for 2018-19 FEES INTERNATIONAL: £19,600 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 See pages 38-39 for more information and UK/EU FEES: Not set for 2018-19 Please note: Applications for this course received contact details. INTERNATIONAL FEES: Not set for 2018-19 after 30 June 2018 may not be considered. A deposit will be required to secure a place See pages 38-39 for more information and upon offer. contact details.

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PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE (CONVERSION) PSYCHOLOGY OF CHILDHOOD ADVERSITY PUBLIC HEALTH PUBLIC HISTORY QUANTITATIVE FINANCE RISK AND INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES (MSc) (MSc, PgDip) (MPH) (MA) (MSc) (MSc)

DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full time 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full time 1 year full time

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Normally a minimum of a 2.1 Honours degree MSc: Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or above in A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification Normally a minimum of a 2.1 Honours degree or Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent or above in any subject, or an equivalent Psychology or an acceptable related acceptable to the University in a health-related above, or equivalent qualification acceptable to qualification acceptable to the University in qualification acceptable to the University qualification acceptable to the University. If discipline, or equivalent qualification acceptable subject is required. Evidence of equivalent the University in a Humanities or Arts subject or Finance, Mathematics, Economics or other in Mathematics, Accountancy, Finance, the programme is oversubscribed, applications to the University. professional qualifications (MBBS, BDS or an acceptable cognate discipline. relevant quantitative subject. Science and Economics or other relevant quantitative will be ranked based on quality of academic BVSc) or experience will be considered on an Engineering disciplines will be considered where subject. Science and Engineering disciplines Applicants who hold a 2.2 Honours degree in one performance. Please see our online Course Applicants with relevant work experience will be individual basis. there is a significant mathematical component. will be considered where there is a significant of the disciplines specified above or an equivalent Finder for full details. considered on a case-by-case basis. mathematical component. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS qualification acceptable to the University, who can Applicants with a 2.2 Honours degree or PgDip: Normally a 2.2 Honours degree (minimum demonstrate relevant professional experience will ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not equivalent qualification acceptable to the We welcome applications from a diverse range 57%) or above in Psychology or an acceptable be considered on a case-by-case basis. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in any component, or an University and sufficient relevant experience will of applicants so will also consider previous work related discipline, or equivalent qualification be considered on a case-by-case basis. experience alongside academic qualifications. less than 5.5 in any component, or an acceptable to the University. Applicants with equivalent qualification acceptable to the ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is required. Prior experiential learning in quantitative POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES TAUGHT POSTGRADUATE relevant work experience will be considered on a Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS analysis, Maths or Finance based subjects in lieu University is required. less than 5.5 in any component, or an case-by-case basis. OVERVIEW Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not of academic qualifications will be considered equivalent qualification acceptable to the less than 5.5 in any component, or an on an individual basis. A formal interview, the OVERVIEW ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS A Master's in Public Health (MPH) is an University is required. equivalent qualification acceptable to the submission of written work, exam or GMAT test An intensive one-year conversion course with Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not internationally recognised qualification that will OVERVIEW University is required. may form a part of this procedure. accreditation from the British Psychological less than 5.5 in any component, or an equip you with the knowledge and skills base Society, enabling you to pursue a career in to pursue a career in public health or other equivalent qualification acceptable to the The Public History MA at Queen’s offers a unique OVERVIEW ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS this area even if your background is in another health-related leadership roles. Taught at the opportunity to study public representations of, University is required. Studying quantitative finance looks at how Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not discipline. You’ll learn everything from Freudian University’s Centre for Public Health, a UK and engagement with, the past in the fascinating mathematical, programming and statistical tools less than 5.5 in any component, or an principles to how the brain works. OVERVIEW centre of excellence, this course will introduce context of Belfast. The programme combines are used in the real world for the analysis and equivalent qualification acceptable to the you to the science and art of public health academic training in historical theory and research Accreditation means you’ll have the essential You’ll undertake advanced study in developmental modelling of financial data. University is required. practice. On completion of the course graduates methods with specialised topics relating to history knowledge if you want to go on and undertake psychology, with a specific focus on factors such are well placed to undertake the professional in the public sphere, such as negotiating contested professional training. And if you’re from overseas, as growing up in the context of parental mental The programme will equip students with the OVERVIEW examinations of the UK or Irish Faculty of Public pasts, oral history, heritage and tourism, or digital this is your passport to practise in the UK. disorders, economic deprivation and community cutting-edge quantitative and computational You will look at how organisations and investors Health and throughout the course students curation. Taught collaboratively with partners conflict. You’ll explore psychological, educational techniques and strategies utilised by leading evaluate and address risks to maximise the will have the opportunity to network with from major cultural institutions and historic sites CAREERS and behavioural outcomes of adversity. financial firms and will prepare students for future chances of achieving their objectives. You'll prospective employers. and experts from a wide range of professional The accredited qualification you’ll gain allows careers in a quantitative finance, trading or more use the cutting-edge risk management tools You’ll also address the impact of war and backgrounds, this course offers unparalleled you to go on and undertake training to qualify general finance environment. The course aims to and strategies used by leading financial firms conflict, sexual violence and exploitation and the CAREERS opportunities for hands-on experience of the as a professional psychologist, eg clinical, bridge the gap between quantitative models and and regulatory bodies. You have an interest in challenges faced by children who live in and work MPH graduates will have the skills and knowledge ways in which history is created and presented educational, forensic, etc. financial decision making. risk management and financial regulation and on the streets. foundation to pursue public health career in the public arena. Students will carry out want a career in areas such as corporate risk, opportunities in the health and social care placements in one of a wide range of museums, CAREERS Or, you could return to your existing job with a Questions such as; ‘How do intrinsic (child's compliance, consultancy, or academia. You will sector and health-related non-governmental archives, heritage sites or visitor experiences Today, all full-service institutional finance firms valuable qualification and a greater understanding personality) and extrinsic (parenting) factors gain exemptions from the Professional Risk organisations (NGOs). Recent graduates across the country. These have included the Ulster employ quantitative finance professionals in of what underpins the world around you. interact to moderate outcomes of adversity?’ and Manager (PRM) exams. currently work in these roles for organisations Museum, Titanic Belfast, Hillsborough Castle, their operations as do other boutique firms, such ‘What interventions can help children and how can FEES such as Medair, Save the Children, HSC and the Mount Stewart, Castle Leslie, Doubleband Media, as hedge funds, which specialise in quantitative they be designed and implemented?’ CAREERS Department of Health in Pennsylvania. Many BBC NI, Belfast City Council, the Museum of Free trading alone. UK/EU FEES: £5,500 will be addressed. Risk management is a hotspot for graduate INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 graduates choose to pursue further academic Derry, and the Ulster Rugby Museum. study by doing a PhD in their field of interest. Many IT software organisations also specialise in recruitment. Many financial firms are CAREERS substantially expanding their risk management Please note: Applications for this course CAREERS the interface between computing and finance and functions, so this MSc will open a wide range received after 30 June 2018 may not be The programme is designed to prepare graduates FEES The MA in Public History provides you with the would be very attracted to graduates from this of career opportunities, some of which will suit considered. A deposit will be required to secure for more advanced research in developmental UK/EU FEES: £5,500 essential skills and in-depth knowledge of history programme. After completion of this MSc there those with mathematical skills who wish to utilise a place upon offer. psychology, for professional training in psychology INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 and its public audiences for career development is a wide variety of roles available for graduates, or related disciplines, and/or for employment in at any stage – from students straight from some of which will suit those with strong cutting-edge quantitative modelling techniques children's voluntary or statutory services. an undergraduate degree with limited to no mathematical skills who wish to use cutting-edge and work in collaboration with traders to develop prior professional experience to those seeking quantitative modelling techniques and work in bespoke financial products. Other roles involve FEES continued professional development. The collaboration with traders to develop bespoke portfolio and product risk management or UK/EU FEES: £5,500 programme enables you to broaden your horizons, financial products. monitoring firm-wide business risks either in- INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 providing you with a competitive edge in a global house or as part of an external regulatory team. graduate market in a wide variety of areas, such as FEES Please note: Applications for this course FEES museums, archives, heritage, culture and tourism, UK/EU FEES: £6,500 received after 30 June 2018 may not be or media. INTERNATIONAL FEES: £18,200 UK/EU FEES: £6,500 considered. A deposit will be required to secure NB: £1,000 deposit (deducted from tuition fee) INTERNATIONAL FEES: £18,200 a place upon offer. FEES required. UK/EU FEES: £5,500 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700

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SOCIAL SCIENCE RESEARCH SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT (CONVERSION) SPECIALIST PRACTICE IN STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING, DESIGN AND SYSTEMIC PRACTICE AND FAMILY POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES (MRes, PgDip) (MSc) / PART-TIME (MSc) NURSING (PgDip) MANAGEMENT (MSc) THERAPY (MSc, PgDip, PgCert)

DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION Pre-2007 Post-Qualifying Award in Social Work. 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full time / 3 years part time (night classes only) 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full time Part-time Where this is not met, applicants must show their MSc (3 years) / PgDip (2 years) / PgCert (1 year) ability to study at postgraduate level through ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 evidence of previous postgraduate training or 1 Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above or Full-time: Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or Applicants must hold a first degree or equivalent Normally a 2.2 Honours degree in Civil or ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS completion of a reflective practice assignment. equivalent qualification acceptable to the above, or equivalent qualification acceptable to qualification acceptable to the University in Structural Engineering or equivalent qualification This is a multidisciplinary pathway with Additional entrance requirements apply, please University in one of the Social Sciences and/or the University in any discipline excluding Computer Nursing or a relevant subject. acceptable to the University. applications welcome from applicants with prior see online Course Finder for full details. appropriate social science research experience. Science or other similar Computing degree. This is relevant professional training in a mental health A supporting reference may be required. a very popular course and applicants are advised to Applicants must also hold a current and Applicants with a 2.2 Honours degree or or social care related discipline or equivalent ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS recognised professional qualification in Nursing equivalent qualification acceptable to the as designated by the Association of Family apply as early as possible, since it may be necessary Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS and have a minimum of one year's post- University in an unrelated discipline, with relevant Therapy. Normally one year's post-qualification to implement an application cut-off date. less than 5.5 in any component, or an Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not registration experience specific to the area of previous work experience, will be considered experience is required. Part-time: Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or specialist practice being undertaken. on a case-by-case basis. Applicants with equivalent qualification acceptable to the less than 5.5 in any component, or an University is required. above, or equivalent qualification acceptable to qualifications below 2.2 Honours degree standard PG Cert: Applicants should normally have a equivalent qualification acceptable to the This programme is available for the University in any discipline excluding Computer Please note: (or equivalent qualification acceptable to the 2.2 Honours degree or above or equivalent OVERVIEW University is required. Registered Nurses working in the UK only. For Science or other similar Computing degree. University) will be considered on a case-by- recognised qualification. Equivalent qualifications This multidisciplinary programme meets the

POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES TAUGHT POSTGRADUATE more information and for details on how to apply OVERVIEW case basis, if they can demonstrate appropriate include the Pre-2007 Post-Qualifying Award in needs of professionally qualified staff wishing Applicants who do not meet the above entry to this programme, please see the School website. relevant and acceptable experience. Social Work. Where this is not met, applicants This programme provides practical, career- requirements may be considered for admission to enhance their skills in working with families, orientated training in research design, data must show their ability to study at postgraduate under Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS couples, individuals, other systems and collection and data analysis skills relating level through evidence of previous postgraduate relationship networks. (RPEL). Please visit http://go.qub.ac.uk/RPLpolicy This course is only available for registered Nurses Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not training or completion of a reflective practice to both qualitative and quantitative modes for the University's Recognition of Prior Learning working within the UK. of inquiry. less than 5.5 in any component, or an assignment. Applicants must have the opportunity CAREERS Policy and information on application procedures. equivalent qualification acceptable to the OVERVIEW to apply systemic ideas in a current practice This course provides knowledge and skills You will have the opportunity to specialise in University is required. context. Please note that this programme is only which are highly valued in both child and adult In addition to the above qualification requirements, This Specialist practice programme enables particular methodologies and to learn more open to applicants who are working in suitable services across health and social care. Systemic all applicants to both full-time and part-time will nurses to attain competency and expertise to about their application to illuminate important OVERVIEW contexts within NI/UK/RoI. Additional entrance practitioners and systemic family therapists be required to pass an online aptitude test. If you provide care as specialist nurses, as defined by issues and debates in contemporary society. Structural engineering, management and design requirements apply, please see online Course work in many health and social care settings such are successful in the first stage of the application the NMC (2001). By virtue of their participation in are all combined to give you a truly unique edge. Finder for full details. as children's services, older people's services, The programme is designed to develop process, we will be in touch to organise this. more advanced professional and academic study, physical health and disability, substance misuse, your critical understanding of contemporary it enables nurses to develop their capabilities as In developed economies, over 50% of ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS PgDip: Applicants must have already completed justice and mental health services. issues as well as to boost your employment- leaders, innovators and clinical supervisors. There expenditure on the built environment is on AFT accredited Foundation level Systemic Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not orientated research skills and your ability to are five specialist practice pathways available: management of existing infrastructure. The Practice training(PG Certificate Systemic Practice The academic MSc programme also develops less than 5.5 in any component, or an work independently. Anaesthetic Nursing; Cancer Care - Oncology industry therefore requires specialists with and Family Therapy), or equivalent qualification students’ research skills through developing equivalent qualification acceptable to the and Supportive and End of Life Care options; skills to address these challenges. Unique to acceptable to the University. Applicants should and undertaking a study relevant to their current University is required. CAREERS Cardiology Nursing; Nursing Care for Older this course is the appreciation of management normally have a 2.2 Honours degree or above or work context. Research skills are highly transferable and People; Respiratory Nursing. of aging structures through modules such as OVERVIEW equivalent recognised qualification. Equivalent marketable, and needed across a range of Structural Repairs and Maintenance and Whole qualifications include the Pre-2007 Post- FEES sectors including academia, Government, An intensive course designed in partnership CAREERS Life Management of Structures. Qualifying Award in Social Work. Where this is UK/EU FEES: £5,500 (MSc); charities and business. MRes students receive with industry. With no need for a computing This programme enhances career progression not met, applicants must show their ability to £3,667 (PgDip); £1,833 (PgCert) advanced training in both quantitative and background, you’ll learn how to analyse problems through leadership and management promotion in Problem-based learning is used to focus study at postgraduate level through evidence of INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 (MSc); £10,467 qualitative research skills and gain experience and design robust and elegant software systems a nursing specialty. The emphasis is on person- knowledge in a fun, yet challenging and previous postgraduate training or completion (PgDip); £5,233 (PgCert) to solve global problems. You will gain skills in realistic manner. of independent project management through centred care and enabling patients with chronic of a reflective practice assignment. Applicants Closing date for applications: Tuesday 31 July the dissertation. Graduates can use their programming, web development, database design, illnesses to remain at home. It also prepares nurse CAREERS must have the opportunity to apply systemic 2018. Late applications may be considered. qualification to develop a career in any aspect of and software testing. specialists for senior management roles and allows ideas to practice totalling 60 hours in a current social research. The MRes is also ideal high-level for global employability. Students are encouraged Well-trained graduates in Structural Engineering CAREERS work setting or placement with satisfactory preparation for doctoral research (PhD). to engage in scholarly activity and publish are highly sought after by engineering arrangements for supervision of practice under Careers within the profession are well remunerated exceptional work. consultancy firms, engineering contractors, the AFT Code of Ethics and Practice (10 hours FEES and rewarding, with software professionals able international businesses, the maritime industry individual or small group supervision). Please note

UK/EU FEES: £5,500 to select between a range of career progression FEES and the public sector. You will be defining the that this programme is only open to applicants INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 paths. Potential employers include IBM, Citi, UK/EU FEES: £3,667 global urban environment; delivering unique, who are working in suitable contexts within NI/ Allstate, and Liberty, among many others. INTERNATIONAL FEES: £10,467 creative solutions to complex problems. UK/RoI. Additional entrance requirements apply, FEES FEES please see online Course Finder for full details. UK/EU FEES: £5,500 UK/EU FEES: £5,500 MSc: Applicants must have successfully completed INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,600 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,600 the PG Diploma Systemic Practice and Family NB: £400 deposit (deducted from tuition fee) Therapy (AFT accredited Intermediate level), required. Please note: Applications for this course or equivalent qualification acceptable to the received after 30 June 2018 may not be University. Applicants should normally have a 2.2 Please note: Applications for this course received considered. A deposit will be required to secure Honours degree or above or equivalent recognised after 30 June 2018 may not be accepted. A deposit a place upon offer. qualification. Equivalent qualifications include the will be required to secure a place upon offer.

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SYSTEMIC PSYCHOTHERAPY TEACHING ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS OF OTHER THEOLOGY TRANSLATION TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE URBAN AND RURAL DESIGN POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES (MSc) LANGUAGES (TESOL) (MSc) (MTh, Grad Dip) (MA) (MRes) (MSc)

DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION 2 years part time 1 year full time / 3 years part time 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full time / 2 years part time 1 year full time / 3 years part time 1 year full time

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above or A 2.1 Honours degree or above or equivalent MTh: A 2.1 Honours degree or above or Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or above or equivalent qualification acceptable to the qualification acceptable to the University in equivalent qualification acceptable to the qualification acceptable to the University in a acceptable to the University in a relevant equivalent qualification acceptable to the University. Equivalent qualifications include any subject discipline plus evidence of relevant University where Theology and/or Divinity is the relevant subject. biological subject is required. Evidence of University. Students who have successfully the Pre-2007 Post-Qualifying Award in Social teaching experience (minimum of 30 hours). main subject area or where it is one of the joint equivalent professional qualifications (MBBS, completed the BSc in Planning, Environment Work. Where this is not met, applicants must subjects in an Honours degree. In the case of the A 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification BDS or BVSc) or experience will be considered and Development can apply to this programme. show that their experience and qualifications Applicants with a 2.2 Honours degree or latter, the modules in Theology and/or Divinity acceptable to the University may be acceptable on an individual basis. This course is also suitable for students enable them to study at postgraduate level equivalent qualification acceptable to the must be of 2.1 Honours level or above. with relevant professional experience. Applicants from other spatial and Arts and Humanities through the uptake of references and through University may also be considered if they have with qualifications below 2.2 Honours degree Further information for Intercalating applicants related disciplines such as Architecture, completing a reflective assignment on their at least two years of professional experience Or a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent standard may be considered if they can is available on the online Course Finder. Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Visual practice. Applicants must have successfully in an education, training or relevant context qualification acceptable to the University in demonstrate a minimum of three years’ relevant Arts, Geography, Housing and Real Estate, ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS completed Systemic Practice and Family Therapy plus evidence of relevant teaching experience a subject other than Theology/Divinity, and a professional experience. Anthropology/Sociology and others. Applicants training accredited by AFT at Foundation and (minimum of 30 hours). Graduate Diploma in Theology with normally at Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not with qualifications below 2.2 Honours degree

POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES TAUGHT POSTGRADUATE ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Intermediate-levels or equivalent qualifications least 5 out of the 6 modules with a mark of 60% less than 6.0 in any component, or an standard (or equivalent qualification acceptable ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS acceptable to the University, be able to evidence or above. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not equivalent qualification acceptable to the to the University) will be considered on a Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than 5.5 in any component, or an University is required. 200 hours of systemic practice in their own Grad Dip: A 2.1 Honours degree or above or case-by-case basis, if they can demonstrate work setting, and have access to suitable less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the appropriate acceptable experience. equivalent qualification acceptable to the equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is required. OVERVIEW systemic supervision by a qualified Systemic University in a subject area other than Theology Psychotherapist/Supervisor. Please note that University is required. The Translational Medicine programme takes ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS or Divinity. OVERVIEW this programme is only open to applicants who bioscience research knowledge and applies Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not OVERVIEW This degree has been designed to provide you it to the delivery of 21st-century healthcare. are working as Social Care Professionals within a ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS less than 5.5 in any component, or an A professionally-oriented higher degree if you with an in-depth knowledge and understanding There is an increasing need for graduates who suitable setting in NI/UK/RoI. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not equivalent qualification acceptable to the intend to follow a career in English language of the discipline of translation to enable you to can undertake basic and clinical research, and University is required. Additional entrance requirements apply, please teaching, or if you wish to develop your less than 5.5 in any component, or an develop the skills of a professional translator, translate it into improved medical treatments see online Course Finder for full details. knowledge of teaching English language learners. equivalent qualification acceptable to the provide you with advanced expertise in your for patients. This research-intensive Master’s by OVERVIEW University is required. principal non-native language and to give you Research (MRes) will equip you with the rigorous This hands-on, creative course enables you to ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS The programme enables you to gain the opportunities for further language-training and research skills, the innovation and the leadership knowledge to devise and teach effective English OVERVIEW specialise in urban and rural design and planning, Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not professional practice. skills to be at the forefront of meeting this creating places that are economically active, less than 5.5 in any component, or an language courses and the essential research The MTh programme in Theology combines global need. and analytical skills to keep up with the rapid taught modules with a substantial dissertation The programme also includes specialist training socially inclusive and environmentally sustainable. equivalent qualification acceptable to the You’ll explore the relationship between nature University is required. developments in the field. element, where the latter enables students to in translation technologies. The strong links between Queen’s University explore an area of their choice in consultation Belfast and the biotech and biopharmaceutical and the built environment in both urban and rural settings, and undertake real life urban design OVERVIEW One of the key features of the MSc TESOL is with an academic supervisor. The taught modules CAREERS sectors provides a stimulating translational the emphasis on learning through interaction; projects with real clients. By undertaking this course, you will wish are drawn from Theology and from the Faculty Graduates can pursue careers in a range of environment, expanding career opportunities much of the course is organised around class- of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences and, areas where translation skills are required, eg for MRes graduates. to become a fully qualified Systemic Family based data. CAREERS Psychotherapist, eligible for registration with throughout the programme, students are guided academic, creative writing, translation and in developing the research skills needed for interpreting industry, public policy, business and CAREERS There is growing demand for our graduates from the UK Council for Psychotherapy. This CAREERS successful completion of the dissertation. commerce and journalism. This course will equip you with the skills to a wide range of public and private employers, programme constitutes years three and four of Graduates have found their degree very particularly in multidisciplinary planning and the four-year Systemic Family Psychotherapist By the end of the MTh, students will have work in a translational medicine setting in an beneficial in gaining employment in a range of FEES architectural consultancies, urban and rural qualifying-level training. covered key theological themes at an advanced academic or hospital environment and in the teaching institutions worldwide, international level and acquired a range of research skills UK/EU FEES: £5,500 biotech/pharmaceutical industries. You’ll gain planning authorities, regeneration agencies and international development organisations. CAREERS agencies and examination bodies, and to gain which enable them to situate their theological INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 an insight into the financial, management promotion in their current workplace. Others Systemic Practitioners and systemic family thinking within the subject itself and in broader and entrepreneurial aspects of translational FEES therapists work in many health and social care progress to further doctoral-level studies interdisciplinary terms. research, presenting opportunities for working in NI/EU FEES: £4,160 settings such as children's services, older and research. industry or even for starting new biotechnology GB: £9,250 people's services, physical health and disability, Please note: It is planned that this MTh ventures. It could also provide opportunities for FEES INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,500 substance misuse, justice and mental programme will be replaced by an MRes progressing into a PhD in biomedical disciplines. UK/EU FEES: £5,500 Theology from September 2018. health services. If not progressing from Queen's INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 FEES CAREERS UK/EU: £5,500 FEES UK/EU FEES: £5,500 Closing date for applications: Tuesday 31 July International: £19,600 In recent years, our graduates have embarked INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,600 UK/EU FEES: £5,500 per year (total cost of 2018. Late applications may be considered. £11,000 over 2 years) on careers in areas such as teaching, publishing, Please note: Applications for this course INTERNATIONAL FEES: International students youth work and the world of business. received after 30 June 2018 may not be cannot attend this course. considered. A deposit will be required to secure FEES a place upon offer. Closing date for applications: Tuesday 31 July UK/EU FEES: Not collected by QUB 2018. Late applications may be considered. INTERNATIONAL FEES: Not collected by QUB Contact the Faculty below for more information.

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VIOLENCE, TERRORISM AND SECURITY YOUTH JUSTICE POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES (MA, PgDip, PgCert) / (ONLINE) (PgCert) (MSc, PgDip)

DURATION OVERVIEW DURATION 1 year full time / 2 years part time The MA in VTS provides you with the essential MSc: 1 year full time "Belfast is big enough to be transferable skills and in-depth knowledge of PgDip: 1 year full time/3 years part time ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 theories and issues in the areas of violence, MA: Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or above, security and terrorism for career development ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 a city and has everything or equivalent qualification acceptable to the at any stage – from students straight from Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent University in a Social Sciences, Humanities an undergraduate degree with limited to no qualification acceptable to the University in a or Arts subject or a 2.1 Honours degree or prior professional experience to those seeking Social Science or related discipline. Applicants - culture and history, but above, or equivalent qualification acceptable continued professional development. The with a 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent to the University in any subject with relevant programme enables you to broaden your qualification acceptable to the University may professional experience. horizons providing you with a competitive edge be considered if they have at least two years of also small enough that you in a global graduate market in a wide variety professional experience in a relevant context. PgDip: Normally a 2.2 Honours degree (minimum of areas such as the security sector, including can walk anywhere. This is 57%) or above, or equivalent qualification intelligence agencies, government agencies ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS acceptable to the University in a Social Sciences, and public office, the military, NGOs, academia, Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with Humanities or Arts subject, or a 2.2 Honours businesses and corporations, and the media not less than 5.5 in any component, or an

POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES TAUGHT POSTGRADUATE a welcoming city, and the degree (minimum 57%) or above, or equivalent among many other possibilities. equivalent qualification acceptable to the qualification acceptable to the University University is required. in any subject with relevant professional CAREERS people really do make it." experience. Applicants who do not meet this Graduates now serve in the most senior ranks OVERVIEW entry requirement may, at the discretion of the of a number of national police services, and law You will develop critical analytical skills and relevant programme convenor, be considered enforcement agencies, Border and Immigration enhance your ability to assess policy and practice for admission on the basis of relevant work Control, national armed forces including the against international standards and benchmarks. experience. Please note that a piece of written US Army, US Air Force, British Army and Irish work may be requested in this instance. Defence Forces. Graduates also work as senior This course may appeal to you if you are already a PgCert (distance learning): Normally a 2.2 government policy advisers, in international practitioner or policy maker in this area, or if you Ciara McHugh from Chicago, Illinois, Honours degree (minimum 57%) or above, NGOs and in the media. are interested in further academic study. studying MA International Relations or equivalent qualification acceptable to the FEES University in a Social Sciences, Humanities or The course will enable you to advance your Arts subject, or a 2.2 Honours degree (minimum UK/EU FEES: £5,500 understanding of youth issues, youth offending, 57%) or above, or equivalent qualification INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 the discourse of children's rights, and the acceptable to the University in any subject with response of the social and criminal justice relevant professional experience. Applicants systems to young people. who do not meet this entry requirement may, CAREERS at the discretion of the relevant programme convenor, be considered for admission on the Possible career paths include work in youth and basis of relevant work experience. Please note social justice related fields. Previous graduates that a piece of written work may be requested in have been successful in gaining jobs working this instance. for NGOs in the criminal justice and youth justice fields. The programme is also an excellent The University's Recognition of Prior Learning stepping-stone for doctoral research. Policy provides guidance on the assessment of experiential learning (RPEL). Please visit http:// FEES go.qub.ac.uk/RPLpolicy for more information. UK/EU FEES: £5,500 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is required.

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CAREERS into students’ professional environments. You will be able to demonstrate a critical evaluation CAREERS FEES PROFESSIONAL DOCTORATES CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY There is growing support for the course from of the relevant literature, a high level of competence (DClinPsych) All graduates of this programme have successfully The programme confers a professional qualification UK/EU FEES: £15,700 found employment, most as clinical psychologists organisations that work with children and young in appropriate research methods, and the ability to to work as an Educational Psychologist. Graduates INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 people. communicate the results and their implications. DURATION in the NHS or voluntary sector. Some pursue register with the HCPC, which qualifies them to careers in clinical practice in combination with work anywhere within the UK and in those countries Students who register on the Professional CAREERS CONTACT 3 years full-time academic/research posts. which recognise UK qualifications. The DECAP Doctorate programme are employed in senior [email protected] 1 Graduates from this degree have found it of programme is the only educational psychology ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS management positions in the fields of social FEES great benefit in developing their professional training programme in Northern Ireland and almost All candidates must have: work, social care, social science research, UK/EU FEES: £5,500 expertise and in gaining promotion in their all of the appointments of EPs to the EA EPS are education and youth justice in Northern TEACHING ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,600 current workplaces. recruited from the programme. Eligibility for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, the UK and OF OTHER LANGUAGES (TESOL) (EdD) Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Apply to this programme at go.qub.ac.uk/ internationally. FEES FEES Society (BPS) by the time of starting the DURATION programme. ClinPsych UK/EU FEES: £5,500 UK/EU FEES: £5,500 Obtaining the Professional Doctorate has 4 years full-time / 8 years part-time enabled candidates to secure additional INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,600 Either a 1st or a 2.1 degree in undergraduate PROFESSIONAL DOCTORATES PROFESSIONAL CONTACT responsibilities in existing posts and to move ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 psychology (single or joint honours where Closing date for applications: Tuesday 31 July Apply to this programme at [email protected] to new posts. For others the Doctorate has psychology constitutes at least 50% of the 2018. Late applications may be considered. go.qub.ac.uk/applyDECAP A 2.2 Honours degree or above or equivalent been instrumental in securing their permanent qualification acceptable to the University and course for the latter is required) or a 2.1 in an position and/or enhancing their promotion within undergraduate degree in another subject with a Master’s degree or equivalent qualification DOCTORATE IN their organisation. CONTACT CONTACT a Master's level conversion in psychology with acceptable to the University. Performance CHILDHOOD STUDIES (DChild) [email protected] [email protected] either merit or distinction. FEES profiles (grades etc) may also be required to ensure suitability of the applicant for Doctoral Those with a 2.2 degree in undergraduate DURATION UK/EU FEES: £5,500 study. Applicants will normally be expected to EDUCATIONAL, CHILD AND ADOLESCENT JURIS DOCTOR psychology may apply if they have also achieved at 8 years part-time INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 have at least five years’ full-time professional least a postgraduate qualification at Master's Level PSYCHOLOGY (DECAP) (JD) Closing date for applications: Tuesday 31 July experience in a field of work related to Education. with either merit or distinction. ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 2018. Late applications may be considered. DURATION DURATION Applicants should hold a primary degree ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Applicants whose first language is not English (normally 2.1 Honours or above) or equivalent 3 years full-time 3 years full-time Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not or whose previous education and examination qualification acceptable to the University and CONTACT less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 qualifications have not been in the English a Master’s degree or equivalent qualification [email protected] qualification acceptable to the University language will need to provide evidence of English acceptable to the University. Evidence of these Applicants must have at least an upper second class Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or above, or is required. language proficiency (an IELTS overall score of qualifications must be presented at the time (2.1) Honours degree in Psychology, or equivalent equivalent qualification acceptable to the 7.0 with no element below 6.5 or a TOEFL iBT of application. DOCTORATE IN EDUCATION qualification acceptable to the University. The University. All applicants are required to submit OVERVIEW minimum score of 100). (EdD) qualification must be such that the applicant is, or a personal statement (maximum 500 words) to If you are an experienced professional in the Performance profiles (grades etc) may also be will be, eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered assess their suitability for the programme. Applicants will be required to demonstrate a range field of English Language education and related required to ensure suitability of the applicant DURATION Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological of competence relevant to clinical, research, disciplines, this programme enables you to for Doctoral study. Applicants will be asked to Society (BPS). Prospective candidates are ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS interpersonal and professional and ethical skills. 4 years full-time / 8 years part-time undertake doctoral research embedded in attend for interview. Applicants will normally be expected to have pre-entry experience (see Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less These criteria will be taken into account during the professional practice. It combines both taught expected to have at least five years’ full-time ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 DECAP website; entrance to this course is than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent short-listing stage. Further information is found and self-directed elements, in which you will professional experience at a senior level in a competitive). qualification acceptable to the University on the programme website. A 2.2 Honours degree or above or equivalent investigate your own area of practice to make field of work related to children, young people qualification acceptable to the University and is required. an original contribution to educational As successful applicants will be salaried during and their families. Participants who have been a Master’s degree or equivalent qualification Applicants with international qualifications, or knowledge in a TESOL-related area. You will be their time of study by the Department of Health accepted on to the DChild programme will acceptable to the University. Performance where GBC is uncertain, should seek confirmation OVERVIEW able to demonstrate a critical evaluation of the andSocial Services, European Union (EU) be required to enrol and attend an induction profiles (grades etc) may also be required to of their status from the BPS by The Juris Doctor (JD) programme is a Professional relevant literature, a high level of competence in employment restrictions apply. session prior to their first module. ensure suitability of the applicant for Doctoral the time of interview (March/April 2018). Doctorate. The doctoral programme has a blend appropriate research methods, and the ability to study. of taught, skills-based and research elements communicate the results and their implications. Normally salaried places cannot be offered to ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS and is designed to provide our students with a non-EU nationals. Applications from non-EU Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Applicants will normally be expected to have Evidence of an IELTS* score of 7.0, with not world-class legal education, preparing them for CAREERS applicantswho are able to self-fund, or who have less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent at least five years’ full-time professional less than 6.5 in any component, or an equivalent the global and international environments in which Graduates have found this degree beneficial in other sources of funding, will be considered. qualification acceptable to the University experience in a field of work related to qualification acceptable to the University they will be providing legal advice. developing their professional expertise and in is required. Education. is required. gaining promotion in their current workplaces. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS This three-year programme delivers a Qualifying Evidence of an IELTS* score of 7.0, with not OVERVIEW ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS OVERVIEW Law Degree (QLD) to graduates from a discipline FEES less than 6.5 in any component, or an equivalent This research degree places a strong emphasis Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not This Professional Doctorate is approved by other than Law which will provide them with the UK/EU FEES: £5,500 qualification acceptable to the University on the links between social justice, rights, lived less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent the Health and Care Professions Council and necessary professional exemptions to allow them INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,700 is required. experiences and outcomes. It will appeal to you qualification acceptable to the University accredited by the British Psychological Society to to apply for the professional stage in England and as an experienced professional, who works with is required. train Educational Psychologists. Wales and those further jurisdictions which allow OVERVIEW Closing date for applications: Tuesday 31 July children, to build your professional expertise for application on the basis on an English Law 2018. Late applications may be considered. This is a Professional Doctorate that aims to by developing skills in research, evaluation OVERVIEW You will retain close links with your tutors and be degree (eg North America and other jurisdictions). prepare you for professional employment as a and evidence-informed practice. This unique If you are an experienced professional in the able to attend university throughout all three years CONTACT clinical psychologist in the personal health and programme combines both taught and field of education, this programme enables you of the programme. CAREERS social services, and for research and teaching in self-directed elements and touches upon to undertake doctoral research embedded in Graduates will hold a Qualifying Law Degree [email protected] clinical psychology. themes of sociology, law, social work, psychology professional practice. The programme includes foundation training (QLD) which provides the necessary professional and education. in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dynamic exemptions to allow holders to apply for the You will be eligible for Chartered Psychologist with It combines both taught and self-directed elements, Assessment, Family Systemic Therapy, Incredible professional stage in several jurisdictions. Clinical Status accreditation, and the programme CAREERS Years Parenting Programme and Video Interaction is accredited by the British Psychological Society in which you will investigate your own area of The Professional Doctorate provides an practice to make an original contribution to research Guidance. and approved by the Health & Care Professions excellent opportunity for knowledge transfer Council. knowledge in the field of education.

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90 91 SKILLS TRAINING QUEEN’S DOCTORAL POS TGRADUATE AND DEVELOPMENT TRAINING CENTRES The development of transferable skills is an Queen’s has four outstanding competitive integral part of the experience of being a Doctoral Training Centres: RESEARCH postgraduate research student. The £11.2m Northern Bridge project, funded The Postgraduate Development Programme by the Arts and Humanities Research Council led by the Graduate School offers you a (AHRC), is part of a national network of Doctoral choice of training courses and development Training Partnerships which brings together the activities aimed at providing you with the cutting-edge expertise and exceptional resources As part of the Russell Group, PHD BY PUBLISHED WORKS skills to complete your higher degree and of Queen’s, Newcastle University, Durham enhance your employability. The funding University and their partners for the training and Queen’s is proud to be one This is awarded for the successful bodies for postgraduates consider the development of outstanding Arts and Humanities of the UK’s leading research submission of a portfolio of research that development of these skills as an essential postgraduate researchers. universities, offering was published prior to you registering on the part of training for careers both in academic programme, along with a critical analysis. and non-academic work environments. The new £8.1m Centre for Doctoral Training in postgraduate research Photonic Integration for Advanced Data Storage opportunities across all fields You must be an academic member of The courses offered in the Development at Queen’s, in collaboration with the University of study. staff at Queen’s, and have been so for a Programme supplement those provided of Glasgow and funded by the Engineering and minimum of one year. by Schools and are available to all Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), will A research degree offers you the research students. address a skills shortage in the photonics industry opportunity to gain in-depth, specialised Registration is normally on a part-time and develop new products and systems to address knowledge in an original research project, basis, under the direction of an adviser Funding is available for student-led the expanding data storage needs of today’s fast- guided by a supervisory team, which appointed by the University. You will be initiatives. These are activities developed moving digital world. culminates in the presentation of a thesis expected to submit your published works, and delivered by postgraduate students for which you defend in an oral examination. with a 10,000-word critical analysis, within postgraduate students. These initiatives can Queen’s is one of 12 partner universities involved one year. involve organising a conference, research in the AHRC Centre for Doctoral Training in the During your studies you will also develop go.qub.ac.uk/published-works seminar or some other research event. To Celtic Languages. Also involving collaboration research, personal and professional date these initiatives have proven to be very with BBC Northern Ireland, the National Library development skills that will support future PROFESSIONAL effective in encouraging students to identify of Wales and Bòrd na Gàidhlig, the Centre will careers within academia, industry or the DOCTORATES their skills requirements and develop their provide funding for 26 PhD awards across the public sector. own training. partnership between 2014 and 2019. The Centre These are specialist qualifications that supports doctoral research and training in Celtic combine taught postgraduate modules PHD/MPHIL/MD/MCH For further information on the languages, literatures and cultures. with independent research projects located Postgraduate Development Programme, You will produce a traditional thesis, or, in within a profession or practice placement. please visit www.qub.ac.uk/graduateschool The new £1m Leverhulme Interdisciplinary the case of creative practice projects, your Network on Cybersecurity and Society (LINCS), original creative works and an integrated They can provide entry to a profession, a collaboration between the Centre for Secure giving you a licence to practise in areas WORKING AWAY critical analysis. If you are on an Integrated FROM THE UNIVERSITY Information Technologies and The Senator PhD pathway you normally commence such as psychology; or if you’re already an George J. Mitchell Institute for Global Peace, your programme with taught modules and experienced professional, to develop skills You may be permitted to carry out some Security and Justice, will provide 30 doctoral research topic options before completing in research in areas such as education. of your research away from Queen’s. You students with three-year scholarships over the supervised research project. will need to satisfy the University that you the next seven years, working at the interface HIGHER DOCTORATES will maintain appropriate contact with your between the social sciences and electronic For Admission, an Upper Second Class supervisor, and have access to appropriate engineering. These are awarded to individuals who have Honours degree from a UK or Republic an authoritative standing in their field of facilities, during any periods spent away, of Ireland Higher Education Provider or study, and seminal publications which have and you may be required to spend a equivalent qualification acceptable to the led to extensions or the development of specified period of time in residence at University is normally required. Specific knowledge by others. the University. entrance criteria by programme are detailed in the online Course Finder. In order to apply for this programme, you You will be subject to the University’s normal must have a significant link to the University, training and monitoring requirements. You will be expected to submit your thesis normally by being a graduate or a current at the end of three years of full-time academic member of staff. 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ACCOUNTING AEROSPACE ENGINEERING ANTHROPOLOGY ARCHAEOLOGY ARCHITECTURE ARTS MANAGEMENT POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAMMES (PhD, MPhil) (PhD, MPhil) (PhD, MPhil) (PhD, MPhil) (PhD, MPhil) (PhD)

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Applicants interested in this thematic area should Applicants interested in this thematic area should ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Normally a UK 2.1 Honours degree (or equivalent The minimum academic requirement for apply through 'Anthropological Studies PhD/ apply through 'Archaeology and Palaeoecology The minimum academic requirement for admission A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification qualification acceptable to the University) and a admission to a research degree programme is MPhil'. PhD/MPhil'. to a research degree programme is normally an acceptable to the University. While a Master’s UK Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree Upper Second Class Honours degree from a UK degree (or equivalent qualification acceptable ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 a final result of 60% (or equivalent qualification from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent qualification to the University) is not essential, it is desirable acceptable to the University). qualification acceptable to the University. The minimum academic requirement for admission The minimum academic requirement for acceptable to the University. and applicants without this qualification will be to a research degree programme is normally an admission to a research degree programme is considered on a case-by-case basis. Applicants who hold a UK 2.2 Honours degree Further information can be obtained by Upper Second Class Honours degree from a UK normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree Further information can be obtained by (or equivalent qualification acceptable to the contacting the School of Mechanical and or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent qualification from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent contacting the School of Natural and Built ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS University) may be considered if they hold a UK Aerospace Engineering. acceptable to the University. qualification acceptable to the University. Environment. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less Master's degree in a relevant discipline with the than 5.5 in any component or an equivalent result stipulated above (or equivalent qualification ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Further information can be obtained by Further information can be obtained by ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS qualification acceptable to the University is required. acceptable to the University). Evidence of relevant Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not less than contacting the School of History, Anthropology, contacting the School of Natural and Built Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with a minimum professional experience and/or attendance at 5.5 in any component or an equivalent qualification Philosophy and Politics. Environment. of 6.0 in Speaking and Listening and a minimum OVERVIEW interview may be required in such cases. acceptable to the University is required. of 5.5 in Reading and Writing, or an equivalent You will focus on the social, historical and political ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS qualification acceptable to the University, is processes involved in making, managing, and ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS OVERVIEW Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not required. developing policy for the arts and culture, and POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAMMES RESEARCH POSTGRADUATE Evidence of an IELTS* score of 7.0, with not less We aim to conduct high-quality, fundamental than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent less than 5.5 in any component or an equivalent your research may examine access, participation than 6.0 in any component or an equivalent studies of value to international industries and to qualification acceptable to the University qualification acceptable to the University is OVERVIEW and audience development in the arts, their qualification acceptable to the University is prepare you for employment in these industries. is required. required. You will conduct research that addresses the impact and evaluation, the making and displaying required. issues of architectural and urban design in an of art and heritage, issues of equality and diversity, OVERVIEW OVERVIEW The research is split across six interconnected increasingly globalised world, focusing on an area of professional development of cultural practitioners OVERVIEW research themes: You will explore the behaviour of people in You will join a research community that explores research strength such as materiality (developing (education and training), social inclusion/exclusion The accounting group is energetic and Ireland, the British Isles, Europe, Africa, South the material manifestations of culture through new technologies), urbanism (sustainability and and the impact of new technologies on arts continuously strives for excellence in teaching • Advanced Manufacturing and Processing (cost Asia, South East Asia, Japan, the Caribbean, time and space, focusing particularly on the heritage), sustainability (developing urban resilience management. and its scholarship. The group’s research strengths modelling, ergonomics, intelligent control, Latin America, Melanesia and Australia. We offer development of agriculture, domestic and ritual by adaptation), heritage (documenting Ireland’s

range from accounting change to accounting laser processing, life cycle analysis, material supervision in a wide range of topics, including space, populations and palaeodiet from Ireland architectural past), and cultural context (gaining a FEES education, and from performance measurement characterisation, mechatronics, parallel aspects of social and economic change, borders to Eurasia, religion, society and material culture in real-time understanding of motion in the city). UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 to financial accounting, using both quantitative kinematic machines, polymer processing, and migration, conflict transformation and the Mediterranean, medieval and post-medieval INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 and qualitative research techniques. The group robotics and ultra precision manufacturing human rights, emotions and the senses, gender, Ireland, connections with the New World, and We value both traditional and practice-based has a particular interest in public sector and kinship and marriage, environmentalism, tourism, social and bio-archaeological approaches to death. research, particularly research-by- design, new religions and political movements and not-for-profit organisations. Aside from gaining • Future Aircraft (aero engines, aerodynamics, which we use to make new knowledge through performance, art and culture. close research advice and direction from their aeroelasticity, aircraft operations, design and The School of Natural and Built Environment not only the analysis of the existing, but also the supervisors and other academics in the group, embraces the disciplines of Geography, documentation of new processes and situations analysis, optimisation and structural testing), FEES research students benefit from attending courses Composite Materials and Structures (damage Archaeology, Palaeoecology, Civil Engineering, created by new design thinking. UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 and tailor-made reading groups to complete their mechanics and crashworthiness, material Planning and Architecture and PhD research INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 background preparation in accounting. characterisation, multifunctional composites proposals that link across two or more of these The School of Natural and Built Environment and nano-enhanced composites) subject areas are welcome. embraces the disciplines of Geography, Queen’s Management School prides itself on Archaeology, Palaeoecology, Civil Engineering, FEES research-led teaching and offers its research • Simulation Technologies (FEA/CFD/EFG/DES/ Planning and Architecture and PhD research UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 students experience as teaching assistants in MD, kinematic modelling, meshing, multiscale/ proposals that link across two or more of these INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 a variety of undergraduate courses. Students Multiphysics, optimisation, simulation intent, subject areas are welcome. regularly attend the School’s various seminar systems modelling, uncertainty quantification, series, which attract leading academics from virtual testing and design visual analytics and FEES around the world. Students also present their work big data) UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 at these events, gaining invaluable advice and INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 preparation for the academic job market. • Clean Energy (biofuels, catalysis, life cycle assessment, power systems, turbomachinery CAREERS and waste management)and Biomaterials The School has a proven track-record of placing and Biomechanics (biomemetics, material its PhD graduates in tenure-track research and characterisation, mechanobiology and teaching posts at top universities in the UK and medical devices) elsewhere. FEES FEES UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 2 UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855

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ASTROPHYSICS ATOMISTIC SIMULATION CHEMISTRY AND CHEMICAL CIVIL ENGINEERING COGNITION AND CULTURE COMPUTER SCIENCE POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAMMES (PhD, MPhil) (PhD, MPhil) ENGINEERING (PhD, MPhil) (PhD, MPhil) (PhD) (PhD, MPhil)

Applicants interested in this thematic area should Applicants interested in this thematic area should Applicants interested in this thematic area should ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 apply through 'Physics PhD/MPhil'. apply through 'Physics PhD/MPhil'. apply through 'Chemistry PhD/MPhil' or 'Chemical The minimum academic requirement for The minimum academic requirement for The minimum academic requirement for Engineering PhD/MPhil' as required. admission to a research degree programme is admission to a research degree programme is admission to a research degree programme is ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 The minimum academic requirement for The minimum academic requirement for from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent admission to a research degree programme is admission to a research degree programme is The minimum academic requirement for admission qualification acceptable to the University. qualification acceptable to the University. qualification acceptable to the University. normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree to a research degree programme is normally an from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent Upper Second Class Honours degree from a UK Further information can be obtained by Further information can be obtained by Further information can be obtained by qualification acceptable to the University. qualification acceptable to the University. or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent qualification contacting the School of Natural and Built contacting the School of History, Anthropology, contacting the School of Electronics, Electrical acceptable to the University. Engineering and Computer Science. Further information can be obtained by Further information can be obtained by Environment. Philosophy and Politics. contacting the School of Mathematics and contacting the School of Mathematics and Further information can be obtained by ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Physics. Physics. contacting the School of Chemistry and Chemical Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not less than Engineering. 5.5 in any component or an equivalent qualification ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS 5.5 in any component or an equivalent qualification 5.5 in any component or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is required. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not less than ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS acceptable to the University is required. acceptable to the University is required. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not less less than 5.5 in any component or an equivalent 5.5 in any component or an equivalent qualification OVERVIEW OVERVIEW OVERVIEW qualification acceptable to the University is acceptable to the University is required. than 5.5 in any component or an equivalent POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAMMES RESEARCH POSTGRADUATE Research in this area aims to understand, qualification acceptable to the University is Your work will help to tackle the global challenges The Institute of Cognition and Culture (ICC) is required. categorise and invent novel technology in OVERVIEW required. facing us in the 21st century, addressing the one of the world’s first centres for research in the computer science and electrical and electronic OVERVIEW Atomistic Simulation is the use of theoretical need for clean water and renewable energy, and cognitive science of culture. This is a burgeoning OVERVIEW developing climate-resilient infrastructure and interdisciplinary field in which scholars seek to engineering. Your research will fall into one You will be involved in the search for distant and computational methods to study structural, of our areas of expertise, including wireless supernovae and where they came from; study dynamical, and optical properties of molecules, Your research will develop and expand our core sustainable cities. Our key research areas include explain patterns of cultural stability and variation areas of Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology, marine renewable energy, groundwater and utilising theories and methods of the cognitive communications, cyber security, data science, the asteroid and comet population in the Solar liquids, solids and plasmas at the atomic scale. high-performance and distributed computing, system; look for planets orbiting other stars in our Computational experiments are used to interpret Organic Synthesis and Chemical Biology, Green environmental systems, geotechnics, intelligent and evolutionary sciences. and Sustainable Chemistry, Multiphase Flows, infrastructure and high performance structures, cognitive image processing, power and intelligent Galaxy; study flares and other dynamic processes existing experimental data and to predict control, electronics and digital system design. in the atmosphere of the Sun. You will have the phenomena yet unobserved. Reactors and Process Intensification, Sensors, and energy-efficient materials and construction and We offer a unique programme of doctoral Theoretical and Applied Catalysis. project management. research that is based on the recognition of a opportunity to spend extensive periods at world- Our commitment to research has led to the leading research centres such as the European You will study problems at the interfaces between need to cross traditional disciplinary divisions in In each of the above areas, we conduct cutting- The School of Natural and Built Environment the scientific study of cultural phenomena. Our establishment of several key research initiatives Southern Observatory and NASA Goddard Space condensed matter physics, materials science, edge adventurous research which may be based at Queen’s: the Institute of Electronics, Flight Center. chemistry, biology, and engineering. embraces the disciplines of Geography, training in a wide range of research methods around chemistry or chemical engineering, and Archaeology, Palaeoecology, Civil Engineering, and theoretical approaches equips students for Communications and Information Technology often involving a combination of both. Research Planning and Architecture and PhD research rigorous scientific investigation, enabling them (ECIT), which contains the Centre for Secure At Queen’s we lead major European consortia and You will interact with laboratory-based colleagues tends to be highly collaborative and the School proposals that link across two or more of these to generate significant discoveries that are of Information Technologies (CSIT), the UK’s lead are supported by a multimillion pound portfolio of at Queen’s and internationally, addressing benefits from many contacts with industry. subject areas are welcome. relevance to potentially many diverse fields of university centre for cyber security research; research grants from a range of sources, including fundamental and/or practical questions, and and the Pioneer Research Project on Intelligent FEES academic scholarship on cognition and culture. the UK Science and Technology Facilities Council, you will develop and program novel simulation FEES Autonomous Manufacturing Systems (iAMS). the Royal Society, and European Union. methodologies to model situations presently UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 FEES out of reach, like electronic excitations, optical INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 FEES FEES INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 properties of materials, and the interaction UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 2 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details between electric currents, heat and light. INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 FEES UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700

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DRAMA ECONOMICS ECOSYSTEM BIOLOGY AND EDUCATION ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGLISH POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAMMES (PhD) (PhD, MPhil) SUSTAINABILITY (PhD, MPhil) (PhD, MPhil) ENGINEERING (PhD, MPhil) (PhD)

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Applicants interested in this thematic area should ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification Normally a UK 2.1 Honours degree (or equivalent apply through 'Biological Sciences PhD/MPhil'. The minimum academic requirement for The minimum academic requirement for admission A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University. While a Master’s qualification acceptable to the University) and a admission to a research degree programme is to a research degree programme is normally an acceptable to the University. While a Master’s ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 degree (or equivalent qualification acceptable UK Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree Upper Second Class Honours degree from a UK degree (or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University) is not essential, it is desirable a final result of 60% (or equivalent qualification The minimum academic requirement for from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent qualification to the University) is not essential, it is desirable and applicants without this qualification will be acceptable to the University). admission to a research degree programme is qualification acceptable to the University. acceptable to the University. and applicants without this qualification will be considered on a case-by-case basis. normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree considered on a case-by-case basis. Applicants who hold a UK 2.2 Honours degree from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent Further information can be obtained by Further information can be obtained by contacting ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS (or equivalent qualification acceptable to the qualification acceptable to the University. contacting the School of Social Sciences, the School of Electronics, Electrical Engineering ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than Education and Social Work. and Computer Science. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than University) may be considered if they hold a UK Further information can be obtained by 5.5 in any component or an equivalent qualification 5.5 in any component or an equivalent qualification Master's degree in a relevant discipline with the contacting the School of Biological Sciences. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS acceptable to the University is required. result stipulated above (or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is required. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not less than acceptable to the University). Evidence of relevant ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS OVERVIEW 5.5 in any component or an equivalent qualification 5.5 in any component or an equivalent qualification OVERVIEW professional experience and/or attendance at Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than You will study at the renowned Brian Friel Theatre acceptable to the University is required. acceptable to the University is required. The School’s strategy is to develop opportunities interview may be required in such cases. 5.5 in any component or an equivalent qualification and Centre for Theatre Research. You will have for cross-fertilisation across all its research acceptable to the University is required. OVERVIEW OVERVIEW the opportunity to undertake advanced, ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS programmes. A number of major research

POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAMMES RESEARCH POSTGRADUATE You will be part of a dynamic doctoral research Research in this area aims to understand, projects (including doctoral and postdoctoral original research in areas such as Irish Theatre, Evidence of an IELTS* score of 7.0, with not less OVERVIEW Shakespeare, post-conflict drama, movement environment and will study alongside students categorise and invent novel technology in electrical posts in Language and Linguistics, Medieval than 6.0 in any component or an equivalent You will contribute to a high level of research and dance, practice-as-research and from over 25 different countries; we supervise engineering, electronic engineering and computer Studies, Modern Literary Studies and qualification acceptable to the University is activity involving academic staff, postdoctoral applied theatre. required. students undertaking research in key educational science. Your research will fall into one of our areas Renaissance Literature) have been funded by the scientists and postgraduate research students. areas including: education in divided societies; of expertise, including wireless communications, Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC). effective education; children’s rights in education; cyber security, data science, high-performance and You will participate in a series of research OVERVIEW You will cover a range of topics such as: educational assessment and inclusion. distributed computing, cognitive image processing, You will be taught by academics of the highest workshops, seminars and colloquia to help you The economics group is an energetic and • animal behaviour/communication power and intelligent control, electronics and calibre, and have access to outstanding produce cutting-edge research into theatre enterprising research cluster that continuously • biodiversity and ecosystem services As part of a lively community of over 200 full- digital system design. resources such as The Seamus Heaney Centre history and contemporary practice and to strives for excellence in both its teaching and • coastal and deep-water marine biology time and part-time research students you will for Poetry, the Institute of Irish Studies and the develop international teaching, research and its scholarship. The group’s research strengths • ecological management have the opportunity to develop your research Our commitment to research has led to the manuscript and print collections held by the creative arts partnerships. cover economic theory, applied economics and • water quality potential in a vibrant research community that establishment of several key research initiatives McClay Library. econometrics. The group has a particular interest • ecosystem ecology prioritises the cross-fertilisation of ideas and at Queen’s: the Institute of Electronics, FEES in game theory and economic history. Aside • freshwater biology CAREERS 2 innovation in the advancement of knowledge. Communications and Information Technology UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details from gaining close research advice and direction • invasive species and their impact (ECIT), which contains the Centre for Secure A significant number of our PhD students INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 from their supervisors and other academics • sustainable aquaculture of shellfish and algae FEES Information Technologies (CSIT), the UK’s lead become academics, in the UK and Ireland and in the group, research students benefit from • urban land use UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 university centre for cyber security research; internationally. Others become archivists, attending courses and tailor-made reading groups • biodiversity INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 and the Pioneer Research Project on Intelligent researchers, editors, teachers, civil servants, to complete their background preparation in • wildlife ecology Autonomous Manufacturing Systems (iAMS). writers, librarians, theatre practitioners, economics. voluntary sector workers and a range of other FEES FEES diverse forms of employment. A flourishing 2 Queen’s Management School prides itself on UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 culture of creative writing in the Seamus Heaney research-led teaching and offers its research INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 Centre supports a programme of regular students experience as teaching assistants in Additional fees may apply. readings, delivered by the emerging talents a variety of undergraduate courses. Students of our postgraduate students and visiting, regularly attend the School’s various seminar internationally-acclaimed authors alike. series, which attract leading academics from around the world. Students also present their work FEES at these events, gaining invaluable advice and UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 preparation for the academic job market. INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 FEES UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855

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ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Applicants interested in this thematic area ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Applicants interested in this thematic area should The minimum academic requirement for should apply through ‘Medicine PhD/MPhil/MD’ The minimum academic requirement for Normally a UK 2.1 Honours degree (or equivalent The minimum academic requirement for apply through 'Agri-Food and Land Use PhD/ admission to a research degree programme is or ‘Surgery (MCh)’. admission to a research degree programme is qualification acceptable to the University) and a admission to a research degree programme is MPhil'. normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree UK Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent a final result of 60% (or equivalent qualification from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University. The minimum academic requirement for qualification acceptable to the University. acceptable to the University). qualification acceptable to the University. The minimum academic requirement for admission to a research degree programme is admission to a research degree programme is Further information can be obtained by normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree Further information can be obtained by Applicants who hold a UK 2.2 Honours degree Further information can be obtained by normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree contacting the School of History, Anthropology, from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent contacting the School of Arts, English and (or equivalent qualification acceptable to the contacting the School of Biological Sciences. from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent Philosophy and Politics. qualification acceptable to the University. Languages. University) may be considered if they hold a UK qualification acceptable to the University. Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with the ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Further information can be obtained by ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Further information can be obtained by result stipulated above (or equivalent qualification Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not contacting the School of Biological Sciences. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less contacting the School of Medicine, Dentistry and Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not acceptable to the University). Evidence of relevant less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent Biomedical Sciences. less than 5.5 in any component or an equivalent professional experience and/or attendance at qualification acceptable to the University ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS qualification acceptable to the University qualification acceptable to the University is interview may be required in such cases. is required. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not less is required. required. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not less than ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS OVERVIEW than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAMMES RESEARCH POSTGRADUATE OVERVIEW 5.5 in any component or an equivalent qualification OVERVIEW Evidence of an IELTS* score of 7.0, with not less than You will help to address current and emerging required. You will research music cultures with a strong acceptable to the University is required. You wish to conduct research into historical or 6.0 in any component or an equivalent qualification issues in food safety, an area of worldwide emphasis on ethnography and social theory to broader theoretical issues in film and audiovisual acceptable to the University is required. concern, and advances in knowledge and OVERVIEW OVERVIEW cultures, or wish to undertake practice-led understand the anthropology of music. biotechnology are the key. Research opportunities offered by this We aim for excellence in the quality of supervision research. You have two pathways to choose from: OVERVIEW and the support network available to you. We a Creative Practice route, examining areas such programme cover the entire food chain from You will strengthen your skills through The finance group is an energetic and This course will open doors to a diverse range farm to fork with a strong emphasis on improved performance practice, with numerous music prioritise your development and progression as Documentary Film, Conflict Transformation, enterprising research cluster that continuously of disciplines as well as equipping you with above everything else. New Media and Experimental Aesthetic Practices; food safety and nutrition, public health and food and dance ensembles and opportunities for strives for excellence in both its teaching and the skills to be an independent researcher. security. public showcases, and access to a large musical and a Critical Practice route, looking at cinema its scholarship. The group’s research strengths Focusing on applied aspects of advanced and instrument collection and world music archive. The Centre for Experimental Medicine at Queen’s history and historiography, sound and film, world cover finance and financial history, financial emerging analytical technologies it addresses You will conduct research under the supervision of enjoys ultra-modern research facilities and and comparative film studies, documentary film, markets and institutions and not-for-profit current issues in food safety, nutrition and food leading scientists based in the Institute for Global This programme is unique in the UK. pursues internationally reputed biomedical and Irish film and audiovisual culture. financial institutions. The group has a particular supply. You will be based in modern laboratories Food Security and will benefit from integration research ranges from molecular cell biology, interest in not-for-profit organisations and in equipped with state-of-the-art instruments. FEES with business experts, helping you gain leadership FEES immunology, disease phenotyping, imaging, financial history. Research students benefit 2 positions nationally and internationally. UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 functional genomics, unique pre-clinical models UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details from attending courses and tailor-made FEES INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 of disease, and patient-based investigations and INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 reading groups to complete their background UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 FEES clinical trials to deliver translational impact on preparation in finance. INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 respiratory, eye, and infectious diseases. Additional fees may apply. INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 Queen’s Management School prides itself on FEES Additional fees may apply. research-led teaching and offers its research 2 UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details students experience as teaching assistants in INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 a variety of undergraduate courses. Students Additional fees may apply. regularly attend the School’s various seminar series, which attract leading academics from around the world. Students also present their work at these events, gaining invaluable advice and preparation for the academic job market.

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FRENCH STUDIES GEOGRAPHY HISTORY INTERPRETING IRISH AND CELTIC STUDIES LAW POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAMMES (PhD) (PhD, MPhil) (PhD) (PhD) (PhD) (PhD, MPhil)

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification The minimum academic requirement for admission The minimum academic requirement for A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification The minimum academic requirement for acceptable to the University. While a Master’s to a research degree programme is normally an admission to a research degree programme is acceptable to the University. While a Master’s acceptable to the University. While a Master’s admission to a research degree programme is degree (or equivalent qualification acceptable Upper Second Class Honours degree from a UK normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree degree (or equivalent qualification acceptable degree (or equivalent qualification acceptable normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree to the University) is not essential, it is desirable or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent qualification from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent to the University) is not essential, it is desirable to the University) is not essential, it is desirable from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent and applicants without this qualification will be acceptable to the University. qualification acceptable to the University. and applicants without this qualification will be and applicants without this qualification will be qualification acceptable to the University. considered on a case-by-case basis. considered on a case-by-case basis. considered on a case-by-case basis. Further information can be obtained by Further information can be obtained by Further information can be obtained by ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS contacting the School of Natural and Built contacting the School of History, Anthropology, ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS contacting the School of Law. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Environment. Philosophy and Politics. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS qualification acceptable to the University qualification acceptable to the University Evidence of an IELTS* score of 7.0, with not less required. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not is required. is required. than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent 5.5 in any component or an equivalent qualification less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is OVERVIEW acceptable to the University is required. qualification acceptable to the University OVERVIEW OVERVIEW required. French and Francophone Studies are part of Interpreting is part of the Languages research Irish and Celtic Studies is part of the Languages is required. OVERVIEW the Languages research cluster which provides OVERVIEW cluster, which provides a vibrant environment for research cluster, which provides a vibrant POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAMMES RESEARCH POSTGRADUATE a vibrant environment for both disciplinary Doctoral research in geography covers an OVERVIEW both disciplinary and interdisciplinary scholarship. environment for both disciplinary and The School of Law at Queen’s has a long and and interdisciplinary scholarship. Recognised exciting range of subjects that cut across History is a dynamic and growing research area at Recognised as a centre of excellence for interdisciplinary scholarship. Recognised as distinguished record of achievement in both as a centre of excellence for research into the physical and human worlds. In human geography Queen’s, with additional appointments adding to research into the languages, literatures, histories, a centre of excellence for research into the education and research. The production of languages, literatures, histories, linguistics, visual research revolves around the relationships our strength in intellectual and religious history, linguistics, visual cultures, and cultural identities languages, literatures, histories, linguistics, visual world-leading and internationally excellent cultures and cultural identities of Europe and between human society, spatiality and culture. modern Ireland, modern Britain and its empire, of Europe and beyond, the cluster is founded on cultures, and cultural identities of Europe and research in Human Rights, Governance, beyond, the cluster is founded on a dynamic Themes include the geographies of knowledge, the United States and twentieth-century Europe. a dynamic and forward-looking research ethos. beyond, the cluster is founded on a dynamic Criminology and Criminal Justice, and Common and forward-looking research ethos. Within this popular geopolitics, political geography, digital and forward-looking research ethos. Within this Law explains why the School of Law at Queen’s is cluster, French and Francophone Studies aim to mapping/critical cartography and the population We have invested in key electronic resources for Interpreting is a new field of research that is cluster, Irish and Celtic Studies aims to promote now rated as one of the leading centres of legal promote cutting-edge research and debate across dynamics of contemporary societies. In physical history (including EEBO, ECCO, HCPP and The expanding dynamically. We welcome innovative and disseminate cutting-edge research across all research in the UK. a variety of areas. Both individual and collaborative geography research includes groundbreaking Times and The Irish Times Digital Archives) and research proposals investigating the role of periods of the Irish language and also focuses on Postgraduate education is an integral part of the projects are encouraged. work in geoforensics, stone weathering, late occupy a new purpose-built library with growing the interpreter in the complex network of aspects of language and literature in Scotland. life of the School, which plays host to a strong Quaternary environmental change, future archival holdings. requirements, expectations, and perceptions; Research in the unit is conducted on both an FEES and dynamic postgraduate community. Research climate change scenarios and geostatistics. interpreter training; interpreting as a profession; individual and collaborative basis. undertaken is currently shaping global and local 2 FEES UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details community interpreting; court interpreting; and debates within legal scholarship. INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 The School of Natural and Built Environment UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 sign language interpreting. CAREERS embraces the disciplines of Geography, INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 Doctoral graduates in Irish typically go on to hold FEES CAREERS Archaeology, Palaeoecology, Civil Engineering, posts in academia, business and in Irish language UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 Planning and Architecture, and PhD research A significant number of our PhD students promotion. INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 proposals that link across two or more of these become academics or have taken up subject areas are welcome. postdoctoral opportunities in the UK and FEES internationally. Others now work as interpreters, UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 FEES translators, creative writers, editors, researchers, INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 teachers, civil servants, voluntary sector workers INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 and in a range of other forms of employment. FEES UK/EU FEES: TBC. See website for details2 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855

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LUSOPHONE STUDIES MANAGEMENT MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES RESEARCH MECHANICAL ENGINEERING MICROBES AND PATHOGEN BIOLOGY MUSIC POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAMMES (PhD) (PhD, MPhil) CENTRE (PhD, MPhil) (PhD, MPhil) (PhD, MPhil) (PhD)

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Applicants interested in this thematic area ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification Normally a UK 2.1 Honours degree (or equivalent The minimum academic requirement for The minimum academic requirement for admission should apply through 'Biological Sciences PhD/ A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University. While a Master’s qualification acceptable to the University) and a admission to a research degree programme is to a research degree programme is normally an MPhil'. acceptable to the University. While a Master’s degree (or equivalent qualification acceptable UK Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree Upper Second Class Honours degree from a UK degree (or equivalent qualification acceptable ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 to the University) is not essential, it is desirable a final result of 60% (or equivalent qualification from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent qualification to the University) is not essential, it is desirable and applicants without this qualification will be acceptable to the University). qualification acceptable to the University. acceptable to the University. The minimum academic requirement for admission and applicants without this qualification will be considered on a case-by-case basis. to a research degree programme is normally an considered on a case-by-case basis. Applicants who hold a UK 2.2 Honours degree Further information can be obtained by Further information can be obtained by Upper Second Class Honours degree from a UK ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS (or equivalent qualification acceptable to the contacting the School of Mathematics and contacting the School of Mechanical and or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent qualification ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not University) may be considered if they hold a Physics. Aerospace Engineering. acceptable to the University. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not UK Master’s degree in a relevant discipline less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS less than 5.5 in any component or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University with the result stipulated above (or equivalent ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Further information can be obtained by qualification acceptable to the University Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not less than is required. qualification acceptable to the University). contacting the School of Biological Sciences. is required. 5.5 in any component or an equivalent qualification Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not less than Evidence of relevant professional experience 5.5 in any component or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is required. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS OVERVIEW and/or attendance at interview may be required acceptable to the University is required. OVERVIEW Engage in cutting-edge research and debate in such cases. OVERVIEW Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than You will follow one of two broad research across a variety of areas relating to the You will have the choice from a variety of exciting OVERVIEW 5.5 in any component or an equivalent qualification pathways. If you pursue research in Musicology,

POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAMMES RESEARCH POSTGRADUATE ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Portuguese-speaking world, with particular areas in Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, We aim to conduct high-quality, fundamental acceptable to the University is required. you will focus on scholastic study of significant Evidence of an IELTS* score of 7.0, with not less than emphasis on Brazil and Portuguese-speaking and Statistic and Operational Research. The studies of value to international industries and to figures such as Bach, Handel and Mozart as well 6.0 in any component or an equivalent qualification OVERVIEW Africa. You will be actively involved in two Research Centre offers expertise in fields as prepare you for employment in these industries. as contemporary performance, critical studies in acceptable to the University is required. cross-subject research fora, focusing on Latin diverse as Functional Analysis, Spectral Theory, You will work across a diverse array of research music, improvisation and Irish traditional music. American Studies and Postcolonial Studies. interests with a broad ethos that encompasses If you’re a composer, you will work across a OVERVIEW Algebra, Topology, Optimisation, Topological Data The research is split across six interconnected Analysis, Survival Analysis, Bayesian Modelling, research themes: research in molecular biosciences from molecules broad range of creative practice from acoustic We maintain research links with a number of You will be part of a research cluster that is driven Data Mining and others. to ecosystems. composition through to creative work in sonic leading universities in Portugal, Brazil, and Africa, by real questions that face business and society. • Advanced Manufacturing and Processing (cost arts. You will have invaluable workshop contact so you will also be able to undertake study with At present, the main research activity concentrates You will join a dynamic and growing group, modelling, ergonomics, intelligent control, These interests range from biochemistry, food with visiting international artists and with the partner institutions. on the following inter-related themes: human mastering the latest methods in your field of laser processing, life cycle analysis, material safety, microbiology and parasite control to plant Ulster Orchestra. resource management and industrial relations, choice and contributing to the creation of and soil sciences – linked by common approaches characterisation, mechatronics, parallel FEES innovation and entrepreneurship, marketing, original mathematics in a friendly and supportive within the molecular biosciences that are FEES 2 kinematic machines, polymer processing, UK/EU FEES: See website for details technology and strategy, workplace change and 2 environment. robotics and ultra precision manufacturing aimed at exploiting the ongoing genomic, UK/EU FEES: See website for details INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 organisations, international business and supply transcriptomic/proteomic revolution. You will INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 chains. FEES • Future Aircraft (aero engines, aerodynamics, also enjoy a range of strong international links UK/EU FEES: See website for details2 across Europe, Asia, North and South America. You will benefit from attending courses and INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 aeroelasticity, aircraft operations, design and tailor-made reading groups to complete your analysis, optimisation and structural testing) FEES preparation in business and management UK/EU FEES: See website for details2 sciences, and have access to the School’s seminar • Composite Materials and Structures (damage INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 series, which attracts leading global academics. mechanics and crashworthiness, material Additional fees may apply. characterisation, multifunctional composites FEES and nano-enhanced composites) UK/EU FEES: See website for details2 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 • Simulation Technologies (FEA/CFD/EFG/DES/ MD, kinematic modelling, meshing, multiscale/ Multiphysics, optimisation, simulation intent, systems modelling, uncertainty quantification, virtual testing and design visual analytics and big data)

• Clean Energy (biofuels, catalysis, life cycle assessment, power systems, turbomachinery and waste management)and Biomaterials and Biomechanics (biomemetics, material characterisation, mechanobiology and medical devices)

FEES UK/EU FEES: See website for details2 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700

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NANOSTRUCTURED MEDIA NURSING AND MIDWIFERY: CANCER NURSING AND MIDWIFERY: MATERNAL AND PALAEOECOLOGY PHARMACY PHOTONIC INTEGRATION AND ADVANCED POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAMMES (PhD, MPhil) NURSING, SUPPORTIVE AND PALLIATIVE CHILD HEALTH (PhD, MPhil) (PhD, MPhil) (PhD, MPhil) DATA STORAGE (PhD) CARE (PhD, MPhil) Applicants interested in this thematic area Applicants interested in this thematic area should Applicants interested in this thematic area should ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 should apply through 'Physics PhD/MPhil'. Applicants interested in this thematic area should apply through 'Nursing and Midwifery PhD/MPhil'. apply through 'Archaeology and Palaeoecology The minimum academic requirement for The minimum academic requirement for admission apply through 'Nursing and Midwifery PhD/ PhD/MPhil'. admission to a research degree programme is to this research degree programme is normally ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 MPhil'. normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree an Upper Second Class Honours degree in a ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 The minimum academic requirement for The minimum academic requirement for admission from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent cognate physical sciences or engineering discipline 1 admission to a research degree programme is ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS to a research degree programme is normally an The minimum academic requirement for qualification acceptable to the University. from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree The minimum academic requirement for Upper Second Class Honours degree from a UK admission to a research degree programme is qualification acceptable to the University. Cognate from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent admission to a research degree programme is or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent qualification normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree Further information can be obtained by disciplines include physics, chemistry, electrical qualification acceptable to the University. normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree acceptable to the University. from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent contacting the School of Pharmacy. engineering, chemical engineering. from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University. Further information can be obtained by qualification acceptable to the University. Further information can be obtained by ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Further information can be obtained by contacting the School of Mathematics contacting the School of Nursing and Midwifery. Further information can be obtained by and Physics. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not contacting the School of Mathematics and Further information can be obtained by contacting the School of Natural and Built less than 5.5 in any component or an equivalent Physics. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS contacting the School of Nursing and Midwifery. Environment. qualification acceptable to the University is Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than required. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS 5.5 in any component or an equivalent qualification ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS less than 5.5 in any component or an equivalent Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not acceptable to the University is required. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less OVERVIEW qualification acceptable to the University is less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAMMES RESEARCH POSTGRADUATE less than 5.5 in any component or an equivalent than 5.5 in any component or an equivalent We focus our research on key areas of the qualification acceptable to the University required. OVERVIEW qualification acceptable to the University is qualification acceptable to the University is pharmaceutical sciences, and clinical and primary is required. OVERVIEW required. The aim of this research theme is to improve required. care aspects of pharmacy. Our research spans health and wellbeing in pregnancy, childbirth a wide range of scientific and professional OVERVIEW Through your research, you will help advance OVERVIEW and early years care and amongst children with OVERVIEW the world’s understanding of materials used disciplines. New technologies are needed to increase The aim of this research theme is to improve the long-term health conditions or disabilities, such You will join a vibrant palaeoecology research in cutting-edge electronics, photonics and the capacity of hard disk drives to support health and wellbeing of those with chronic illness, as acquired brain injury and cerebral palsy. group studying past environment and climate computing. You will help uncover new properties You will be supervised by world-leading ‘cloud’ computing. Your research will focus on especially in relation to chronic heart disease, change, using a variety of records from around and help develop ideas for how these properties researchers working on projects with the potential next-generation data storage and information- and those requiring palliative care and their Our team’s research is renowned for developing the world. might be used to change the way technology to positively impact on science and healthcare. processing technologies, and will fall into one of informal carers. Our team’s research fosters a and evaluating interventions, contributing to the develops in future decades. We are passionate about what we do, and aim several areas: ultra-reliable semiconductor lasers sound evidence base in which multiple research evidence base worldwide in improving Maternal Our research focuses on how Earth’s to inspire you with the same drive, instilling the operating in hostile environments; low-cost planar approaches are promoted, using: epidemiology, and Child Health outcomes, especially focusing environments have changed, or are changing, light-wave circuit platforms; novel nanoplasmonic You will have access to some of the most aspirations to make a difference in the world. ethics, health services research, behavioural where need is greatest. over a range of timescales, and covers carbon devices capable of operating in extreme advanced equipment and facilities currently sciences and randomised control trials. dynamics and climate change, geoforensics, FEES environments; advanced materials for magnetic available for research, both in Queen's University 2 One of the many valuable innovations we make geographical information studies and UK/EU FEES: See website for details recording; or atomic scale analysis techniques. and through international collaborations. By An innovative feature of the team is in pioneering to the field of Maternal and Child Health is in geostatistics, glacial and periglacial landscapes, INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 engaging in your research, you will have the the viability of the palliative care approach relation to fathers and prospective fathers, human-environment interactions, climate and Additional fees may apply. opportunity to become an expert in the growth Research students in this area join the EPSRC- beyond the field of cancer care into areas such as unlocking men’s potential to improve health and environmental change, scientific dating and and patterning of materials, the characterisation funded Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) and dementia care and a range of chronic illnesses. social care outcomes for children, and in turn to chronological techniques, and stone weathering in benefit from fully-funded PhD studentships of magnetic, electronic and optical properties men’s own health. natural and urban environments. and in high-end microscopy. These are all covering fees, annual stipend and a substantial techniques that make you highly employable You will work with an internationally recognised annual individual research budget. You will work with an outstanding group of The School of Natural and Built Environment in the global electronic and photonic materials and connected group of researchers conducting researchers who are at the heart of improvements embraces the disciplines of Geography, market. research with them to provide new solutions for The CDT is a partnership between Queen’s supportive care in chronic illness and innovative in parental and child health, recognising that Archaeology, Palaeoecology, Civil Engineering, University Belfast and the University of Glasgow. palliative care. improving health in pregnancy, infancy and Planning and Architecture, and PhD research You will benefit from recent major funding PhD candidates graduate with a unique research childhood is important for adult health and proposals that link across two or more of these degree from both universities. investments made by the UK Engineering and FEES wellbeing across generations. subject areas are welcome. Physical Science Research Council, US-Ireland UK/EU FEES: See website for details2 FEES R&D Partnership Programme and Seagate 2 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 FEES FEES UK/EU FEES: See website for details Technology. UK/EU FEES: See website for details2 UK/EU FEES: See website for details2 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 FEES INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 UK/EU FEES: See website for details2 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700

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PLANNING PLASMA PHYSICS POLITICS, INTERNATIONAL STUDIES AND PRECISION CANCER MEDICINE PSYCHOLOGY PUBLIC HEALTH POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAMMES (PhD, MPhil) (PhD, MPhil) PHILOSOPHY (PhD, MPhil) (PhD, MPhil, MD, MCh) (PhD, MPhil) (PhD, MPhil, MD, MCh)

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Applicants interested in this thematic area should Applicants interested in this thematic area should Applicants interested in this thematic area should ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Applicants interested in this thematic area should The minimum academic requirement for apply through 'Physics PhD/MPhil'. apply separately through 'Politics PhD/MPhil', apply through ‘Medicine PhD/MPhil/MD’ or The minimum academic requirement for apply through ‘Medicine PhD/MPhil/MD’ or admission to a research degree programme is 'International Studies PhD/MPhil', or 'Philosophy ‘Surgery (MCh)’. admission to a research degree programme is ‘Surgery (MCh)’. ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree PhD/MPhil' as required. normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent The minimum academic requirement for from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 qualification acceptable to the University. admission to a research degree programme is The minimum academic requirement for qualification acceptable to the University. The minimum academic requirement for normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree The minimum academic requirement for admission to a research degree programme is admission to a research degree programme is Further information can be obtained by from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent admission to a research degree programme is normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree Further information can be obtained by normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree contacting the School of Natural and Built qualification acceptable to the University. normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent contacting the School of Psychology. from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent Environment. from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University. qualification acceptable to the University. Further information can be obtained by qualification acceptable to the University. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Further information can be obtained by contacting the School of Mathematics and Evidence of an IELTS* score of 7.0, with not Further information can be obtained by Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less Physics. Further information can be obtained by contacting the School of Medicine, Dentistry and contacting the School of Medicine, Dentistry Biomedical Sciences. less than 6.5 in any component, or an equivalent than 5.5 in any component or an equivalent contacting the School of History, Anthropology, qualification acceptable to the University and Biomedical Sciences. qualification acceptable to the University is ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Philosophy and Politics. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS is required. required. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not less Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, than 5.5 in any component is required. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS OVERVIEW Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not OVERVIEW with not less than 5.5 in any component, or POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAMMES RESEARCH POSTGRADUATE Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not an equivalent qualification acceptable to the You will enjoy the high level of spontaneous peer- less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent You will join a strong postgraduate group OVERVIEW less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent University is required. support, initiative and engagement that exists qualification acceptable to the University engaged in some of the most important debates Your research will involve identifying and qualification acceptable to the University among our diverse community of psychological is required. concerning the future of our cities and broader responding to the major contemporary issues is required. OVERVIEW doctoral researchers. environmental management. This includes a focus within ionised matter physics, exploiting synergy The Precision Cancer Medicine programme OVERVIEW OVERVIEW on how individual and community wellbeing can be derived from a close integration of experimental, provides you with the opportunity to develop Your research may cover topics such as We bring together researchers embracing clinical improved through spatial intervention in the built theoretical and simulation studies, with major You will become part of our vibrant postgraduate a set of key skills that will position you to be Development, Social, Cognitive and Biological research, epidemiology, and public health issues environment and how this can influence health, activities in laser- and electrically-produced research culture, focused on areas including globally competitive in academic research, in Psychology. You may wish to continue within through a combination of person-centred, foster community cohesion or meet the changing plasmas, ultra-fast atomic and molecular physics contemporary Irish political history, governance modern clinical practice and/or in the biotech/ academia to take up postdoctoral research informatics, clinical trials, and laboratory- needs over the life course. and the interaction of ionising radiation and and public policy, security, terrorism and pharmaceutical sector. positions, fellowships or lectureships in based studies. plasmas with biological systems. You will also international relations, and philosophy and Our research also aims to contribute to addressing psychology, move into clinical or educational benefit from transferring your research findings political theory. The Centre for Cancer Research and Cell Biology You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, challenges of sustainability, particularly the low psychology training or take up a research position into the industrial and medical sectors. is an Experimental Cancer Medicine Centre developing and evaluating screening, diagnostic, carbon transition and environmental governance, in the private or public sectors. You will see our thriving research culture yourself, (ECMC), underlying its international reputation. preventative and therapeutic interventions that including marine management. We also have a FEES through visits and talks, conferences and FEES maximise benefit for patients and populations. strong tradition of PhD research investigating the 2 The close, collaborative interaction between UK/EU FEES: See website for details workshops, reading groups and the staff seminar 2 spatial planning implications of contested cities in clinical and laboratory research experts is the UK/EU FEES: See website for details INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 series. Our aim is to inspire you to be some of the very the UK and beyond. hallmark of our research programme, allowing INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 best clinical and translational researchers. FEES the direct translation of excellent science to The School of Natural and Built Environment UK/EU FEES: See website for details2 clinical benefit further supported by academic- FEES embraces the disciplines of Geography, biotech partnerships concentrating on developing INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 2 Archaeology, Palaeoecology, Civil Engineering, diagnostic tests and first-in-class cancer UK/EU FEES: See website for details INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 Planning and Architecture and PhD research therapeutics. proposals that link across two or more of these subject areas are welcome. Specific examples of recent advances within CCRCB include the development of a genomic- FEES based diagnostic test that is being used to UK/EU FEES: See website for details2 identify which bowel cancer patients benefit from INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 chemotherapy after surgery.

FEES UK/EU FEES: See website for details2 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 Additional fees may apply.

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SOCIOLOGY, SOCIAL POLICY AND SONIC ARTS SPANISH STUDIES THEOLOGY THEORETICAL ATOMIC, MOLECULAR AND TRANSLATION POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAMMES SOCIAL WORK (PhD, MPhil) (PhD) (PhD) (PhD) OPTICAL PHYSICS (PhD, MPhil) (PhD)

Applicants interested in this thematic area ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 Applicants interested in this thematic area should ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 should apply separately through 'Sociology PhD/ A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification The normal minimum requirement for admission apply through 'Physics PhD/MPhil'. A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification MPhil' or 'Social Work PhD/MPhil' as required. acceptable to the University. While a Master’s acceptable to the University. While a Master’s to a PhD is an Upper Second Class Honours acceptable to the University. While a Master’s ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 degree (or equivalent qualification acceptable degree (or equivalent qualification acceptable degree from a UK university or equivalent degree (or equivalent qualification acceptable ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS1 to the University) is not essential, it is desirable to the University) is not essential, it is desirable qualification recognised by the University. The minimum academic requirement for admission to the University) is not essential, it is desirable The minimum academic requirement for and applicants without this qualification will be and applicants without this qualification will be to a research degree programme is normally an and applicants without this qualification will be admission to a research degree programme is considered on a case-by-case basis. considered on a case-by-case basis. Further information on entrance requirements Upper Second Class Honours degree from a UK considered on a case-by-case basis. normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree for this PhD can be obtained by contacting the or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent qualification from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Institute of Theology. acceptable to the University. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS qualification acceptable to the University. Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than 5.5 in any component or an equivalent less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Further information can be obtained by less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent Further information can be obtained by qualification acceptable to the University is qualification acceptable to the University contacting the School of Mathematics and qualification acceptable to the University contacting the School of Social Sciences, Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not required. is required. Physics. is required. Education and Social Work. less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS OVERVIEW OVERVIEW is required. OVERVIEW Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less You will learn in an established centre of You will strike a balance of traditional and newer Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.0, with not less than Translation is part of the Languages research than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent excellence dedicated to the research of music areas of investigation across subjects including OVERVIEW 5.5 in any component or an equivalent qualification cluster, which provides a vibrant environment for POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAMMES RESEARCH POSTGRADUATE qualification acceptable to the University is and technology, exploring musical composition, nineteenth-century Spanish literature You will examine the historical and textual bases acceptable to the University is required. both disciplinary and interdisciplinary scholarship. performance, spatial audio, sound and and culture, gender, Latin America and in theological areas including theologically- required. OVERVIEW interactivity, virtual acoustic instruments and postcolonialism, Golden Age poetry and drama motivated movements and peoples in Christian Recognised as a centre of excellence for OVERVIEW cultural and critical aspects of sonic arts. and the Enlightenment. history, the development of doctrine from New You will contribute to a body of work with recent research into the languages, literatures, histories, You will be a social scientist committed to ways Testament times to the present, strategies and major developments including strong field laser linguistics, visual cultures, and cultural identities of working, through multidisciplinary research, The Sonic Laboratory’s unique flexibility can We particularly welcome proposals which explore movements of Christian missions, the literature, interactions with atoms and molecules, quantum of Europe and beyond, the cluster is founded on that build knowledge and capacities in the provide for experiments in 3D sound diffusion the relationship between painting, graphic art, language and worlds of both the Old and New information processing, quantum optics, a dynamic and forward-looking research ethos. communities around us and have a positive and for groundbreaking compositional and literature and film. Testaments, and theories of worship/Christian and quantum thermodynamics, antimatter Translation is a field of research that is expanding impact on human wellbeing. performance work within a purpose-built, communication. interactions with atoms and molecules, electron dynamically. variable acoustic space. FEES scattering by very complex targets such as the You will care about young people and families, UK/EU FEES: See website for details2 FEES iron peak elements, and by Rydberg atoms, CAREERS conflict and social change, social inequality, FEES INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 UK/EU FEES: See website for details2 quantum many-body physics, ultra-cold atomic A significant number of our PhD students disability, ageing and health, criminal justice, UK/EU FEES: See website for details2 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 systems, and simulation of their features, and become academics or have taken up drugs and alcohol, trauma, violence and abuse INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 foundations of quantum mechanics. postdoctoral opportunities in the UK and and the effect these have on society. Ireland and internationally. Others now work as FEES creative writers, editors, translator/interpreters, FEES 2 2 UK/EU FEES: See website for details researchers, teachers, civil servants, voluntary UK/EU FEES: See website for details INTERNATIONAL FEES: £19,700 sector workers and in a range of other forms of INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855 employment.

FEES UK/EU FEES: See website for details2 INTERNATIONAL FEES: £15,855

CONTACT CONTACT CONTACT CONTACT CONTACT CONTACT [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

1 Please see page 36 and the online Course Finder for full information. 1 Please see page 36 and the online Course Finder for full information. 110 2 Research fees for 2018-19 for NI/GB/EU will be set in early 2018. See page 38 for full information and qub.ac.uk/TuitionFees for updates. 2 Research fees for 2018-19 for NI/GB/EU will be set in early 2018. See page 38 for full information and qub.ac.uk/TuitionFees for updates. 111 * Taken within the last two years. * Taken within the last two years. SUMMARY – POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES SUMMARY – POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES

SUBJECT COURSE DURATION IELTS* UK DEGREE UK/EU FEES (£) INTERNATIONAL SUBJECT COURSE DURATION IELTS* UK DEGREE UK/EU FEES (£) INTERNATIONAL (FT - Full Time) ENTRY FEES (£) (FT - Full Time) ENTRY FEES (£) (PT - Part Time) REQUIREMENTS1 (PT - Part Time) REQUIREMENTS1 Accounting and Finance MSc 1 year FT 6.5 2.1† 6,500 18,200 Building Information MSc, 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.2 (MSc)† 5,500 (MSc) 15,700 (MSc) Modelling Project PgDip 9 months FT / 18 3rd (PgDip)† 3,667 (PgDip) 10,467 (PgDip) Management months PT Advanced Clinical Pharmacy MSc, 3 years PT 6.0 Bachelor degree in Not set for 2018-19 Not set for 2018-19 Practice PgDip, 2 years PT Pharmacy Business Communication for Grad Cert 1 year PT Applications not Degree/HND† Not collected by N/A PgCert 1 year PT Rural Enterprise considered from QUB

† countries outside Advanced Food Safety MSc 1 year FT 6.0 2.2 5,500 19,600 of the EU

† Advanced Pharmacy MSc, 30 months PT Open to NI Bachelor degree in Not set for 2018-19 Not set for 2018-19 Business for Agri-Food and MSc, 1 year FT / 3 years PT International 2.2 (MSc/PgDip) Not collected by N/A Practice PgDip 15 months PT residents only Pharmacy† Rural Enterprise PgDip, 1 year FT / 2 years PT applicants not Degree (PgCert)† QUB PgCert 1 semester FT / considered Advanced Professional and MSc, 2 years FT 6.5 2.2† 5,500 15,700 + 1,500 1 year PT Clinical Practice PgDip 1 year FT Clinical Placement Caring for Children and MSc 1 year FT / 3 years PT 6.5 2.2† 5,500 15,700 Fee Young People with Complex Health Needs Advanced Professional MSc 1 year FT / 3 years PT 6.5 2.2† 5,500 15,700 Practice Children’s Rights MSc 1 year FT / 3 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700

Animal Behaviour and MSc 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.0 2.2† 5,500 19,600 Clinical Anatomy MSc 1 year FT / 3 years PT 6.5** 2.1† 5,500 19,600 Welfare

Anthropology MA 1 year FT / 3 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Clinical Education PgCert 1 year PT 7.0** Dental / medical Not set for 2018-19 Not set for 2018-19 degree† Applied Behaviour Analysis MSc 1 year FT / 3 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Cognitive Behavioural PgCert 1 year PT 6.5 2.2† Not set for 2018-19 Not set for 2018-19 Practice Applied Cyber Security∑ MSc 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.0 2.1† 12,600 19,600 Applied Cyber Security with MSc Cognitive Behavioural PgDip 1 year FT / 2 years PT Available only to 2.2† Not set for 2018-19 N/A Professional Internship∑ Psychotherapy (CBP) registered Nurses working within Applied Psychology MSc, 2 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 (MSc) 19,600 (MSc) the UK (Clinical Specialism) 3,667 (PgDip) 13,067 (PgDip) PgDip 1 year PT Cognitive Behavioural MSc 2 years PT 6.5 2.2† Not set for 2018-19 Not set for 2018-19 Therapy, Specialist (Trauma) Applied Social Studies: MSc, PgDip, 1-3 years PT 6.5 2.2† 5,500 (MSc) 15,700 (MSc) Childcare PgCert 3,667 (PgDip) 10,466 (PgDip) Cognitive Behavioural Therapy PgDip 2 years PT 6.5 2.2† Not set for 2018-19 Not set for 2018-19 2,445 (PgCert) 6,978 (PgCert) Applied Social Studies: MSc, PgDip, 1-3 years PT 6.5 2.2† 5,500 (MSc) 15,700 (MSc) Conflict Transformation MA 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Combined PgCert 3,667 (PgDip) 10,466 (PgDip) and Social Justice 1,834 (PgCert) 5,233 (PgCert) Construction and Project MSc, 1 year FT / 3 years PT 6.5 2.2 (MSc)† 5,500 (MSc) 15,700(MSc) Applied Social Studies: Dual PgCert 1-3 years PT 6.5 2.2† 1,834 5,233 Management PgDip, 1 year FT / 2 years PT 3,667 (PgDip) 10,467 (PgDip) Diagnosis PgCert 1 year FT 3rd (PgDip/PgCert)† 1,833 (PgCert) 5,233 (PgCert)

† Construction and Project Applied Social Studies: MSc, PgDip 1-3 years PT 6.5 2.2 5,500 (MSc) 15,700 (MSc) Management with Industrial MSc 1 year FT / 3 years PT PgCert only open to Mental Health 3,667 (PgDip) 10,466 (PgDip) Internship UK and EU applicants † Applied Social Studies: MSc, PgDip, 1-3 years PT 6.5 2.2 5,500 (MSc) 15,700 (MSc) Criminology and Criminal LLM 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Strategy and Leadership PgCert 3,667 (PgDip) 10,466 (PgDip) Justice 1,834 (PgCert) 5,233 (PgCert) Data Analytics MSc 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.0 2.2† 5,500 15,700 Architecture MArch 2 years FT 6.5** 2.1† 4,160 (NI/EU) 19,500 9,250 (GB) † † Ecological Management and MSc, 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.0 2.2 (MSc) 5,500 (MSc) 19,600(MSc) Arts and Humanities MRes 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1 5,500 15,700 Conservation Biology PgDip 1 year FT Pass degree (PgDip)† 3,667 (PgDip) 13,067 (PgDip)

† Arts Management MA 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Economics MSc 1 year FT 6.5 2.1 6,500 17,600

† Autism Spectrum Disorders MSc 1 year FT / 3 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Educational Leadership MSc 1 year FT / 3 years PT 6.5 2.1 5,500 15,700

Bioinformatics and MSc 1 year FT 6.5** 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Educational Studies MEd 1 year FT / 3 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Computational Genomics

112 113 Find out more: go.qub.ac.uk/pgstudy | Apply now: go.qub.ac.uk/pgapply Find out more: go.qub.ac.uk/pgstudy | Apply now: go.qub.ac.uk/pgapply SUMMARY – POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES SUMMARY – POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES

SUBJECT COURSE DURATION IELTS* UK DEGREE UK/EU FEES (£) INTERNATIONAL SUBJECT COURSE DURATION IELTS* UK DEGREE UK/EU FEES (£) INTERNATIONAL (FT - Full Time) ENTRY FEES (£) (FT - Full Time) ENTRY FEES (£) (PT - Part Time) REQUIREMENTS1 (PT - Part Time) REQUIREMENTS1 Electronics/Electronics with MSc 1 year FT / 2-3 years PT 6.0 2.2† 5,500 19,600 Masters in Law MLaw 2 years FT 6.5 2.1 (63% minimum)† 7,000 per year 17,200 per year Professional Internship English (Creative Writing) MA, PgDip 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Mechanical Engineering MSc, PgDip, 1 year FT 6.5 2.2† 5,500 19,600 with Management PgCert∆ English (Literary Studies) MA, PgDip 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Media and Broadcast MA, PgDip 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 English (Poetry: Creativity MA, PgDip 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Production and Criticism) Mental Health PgDip 1 year FT 7.0 Medical degree† Not set for Not set for † Environmental Engineering MSc, PgDip 1 year FT / 6.5 2.2 5,500 (MSc) 19,600 (MSc) 2018-19 2018-19 2-3 years PT 3,667 (PgDip) 13,067 (PgDip) † Film MA 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Molecular Biology and MSc 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.0 2.2 5,500 19,600 Biotechnology Finance MSc 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1† 6,500 18,200 Molecular Pathology of MSc, PgDip 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5** 2.1† 5,500 19,600 Cancer PgCert 1 year PT Global Food Security MSc, Online learning. 6.0 2.2† Not set for 2018-19 Not set for 2018-19 † (Food Safety) PgDip, 3 years PT (MSc) Non-Medical Prescribing PgCert 1 year PT Only available 2.2 1,833 5,233 PgCert 2 years PT (PgDip) for registered 1 year PT (PgCert) Nurses working within the UK Global Security and Borders MA 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 Minimum 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Parasitology and Pathogen MSc, 1 year FT 6.0 2.2† 5,500 19,600 History MA 1 year FT / 3 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Biology PgDip

† Human Resource MSc 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1† 7,000 18,200 Pathology Informatics and PgCert 1 year PT 6.5** 2.2 1,833 6,533 Management Business Application Human Rights and Criminal LLM 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Pharmaceutical Analysis MSc 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.0 2.2† 5,500 19,600 Justice Human Rights Law LLM 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Planning and Development MSc 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.2† 5,500 19,600 (Conversion) Inclusion and Special MEd 1 year FT / 3 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Needs Education Planning and Regeneration MSc 1 year FT 6.5 2.2† 4,160 (NI/EU) 19,500 International Business MSc 1 year FT 6.5 2.1† 6,500 18,200 9,250 (GB) 5,500 (UK/EU) 19,600 if not International Business Law LLM 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 if not progressing progressing from from Queen's Queen's International Business Law 2 years FT (Including Placement) (with placement) Politics MA, PgDip 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1 (MA)† 5,500 15,700 2.2 (57%) (PgDip)† International Relations MA, PgDip 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1 (MSc)† 5,500 15,700 2.2 (57%) (PgDip)† Postgraduate Certificate in PGCE 1 year FT 6.5 See online Course 4,165 15,700 Interpreting MA 1 year FT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Education Ω Finder for details PGCE (International): Irish Studies MA 1 year FT / 3 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 5,500

Law LLM 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Prescribing for Pharmacists PgCert 9 months PT Only open Bachelor degree in Not set for Not set for to applicants Pharmacy† 2018-19 2018-19 resident in NI Leadership for Sustainable MSc 1 year FT 6.0 2.2† 5,500 15,700 or GB Development † Leadership for Sustainable MSc 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.0 2.2† 5,500 15,700 Professional Legal Studies PgDip 1 year FT / 2 years PT Demonstrable See page 75 Not set for Not set for Ω Rural Development (Barrister/Solicitor) proficiency in 2018-19 2018-19 English Legislative Studies and MA 1 year FT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 ‡ Ω Practice Professional Practice in PgCert 1 year PT 6.5 Queen's BSc in Not set for Not set for † Management MSc 1 year FT 6.5 2.2† 6,500 18,200 Architecture Architecture 2018-19 2018-19

† † Psychological Science MSc 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 Minimum 2.1 5,500 15,700 Marketing MSc 1 year FT 6.5 2.1 7,000 18,200 (Conversion)

Master of Business MBA 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1 + experience† 20,000 20,000 Psychology of Childhood MSc, 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1 (MSc)† 5,500 15,700 Administration Adversity PgDip 2.2 (57%) (PgDip)†

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SUBJECT COURSE DURATION IELTS* UK DEGREE UK/EU FEES (£) INTERNATIONAL SUBJECT COURSE IELTS* UK DEGREE ENTRY UK/EU FEES (£)2 INT'L (FT - Full Time) ENTRY FEES (£) REQUIREMENTS FEES (£) (PT - Part Time) REQUIREMENTS1

Public Health MPH 1 year FT 6.5** 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Accounting PhD/MPhil 7.0** 2.1 Honours & Master’s degree† TBC. See website for details. 15,855

Public History MA 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Aerospace Engineering PhD/MPhil 6.0 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 19,700

Quantitative Finance∑ MSc 1 year FT 6.5 2.1† 6,500 18,200 Anthropology PhD/MPhil 6.5 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 15,855 (Apply through "Anthropological Studies") † Risk and Investment MSc 1 year FT 6.5 2.1 6,500 18,200 Δ Management Archaeology PhD/MPhil 6.5 2.1 TBC. See website for details. 19,700 (Apply through "Archaeology and Palaeoecology") Social Science Research MRes, 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.2† 5,500 15,700 Δ PgDip Architecture PhD/MPhil 6.5** 2.1 TBC. See website for details. 19,700 Software Development MSc 1 year FT 6.0 2.2† 5,500 19,600 Arts Management PhD 6.5 2.1† TBC. See website for details. 15, 855 ∑ (Conversion) Δ MSc 3 years PT Astrophysics PhD/MPhil 6.0 2.1 TBC. See website for details. 19,700 Part Time (Apply through "Physics")

Specialist Practice in PgDip 1 year FT / 2 years PT Only available First degree 3,667 10,467 Atomistic Simulation PhD/MPhil 6.0 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 19,700 Nursing for registered (Apply through "Physics") Nurses working within the UK Cancer Nursing, Supportive and Palliative Care PhD/MPhil 6.5 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 15,855 (Apply through "Nursing and Midwifery") Structural Engineering, MSc 1 year FT 6.5 2.2† 5,500 19,600 Design and Management Chemistry and Chemical Engineering PhD/MPhil 6.0 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 19,700

† Systemic Practice and MSc, PgDip, 3 years PT (MSc) 6.5 2.2 5,500 (MSc) 15,700 (MSc) Civil Engineering PhD/MPhil 6.5 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 19,700 Family Therapy PgCert 2 years PT (PgDip) 3,667 (PgDip) 10,467 (PgDip) 1 year PT (PgCert) 1,833 (PgCert) 5,233 (PgCert) Cognition and Culture PhD 6.5 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 15,855

Systemic Psychotherapy MSc 2 years PT 6.5 2.2† 5,500 per year N/A Computer Science PhD/MPhil 6.0 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 19,700

TESOL (Teaching English to MSc 1 year FT / 3 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Drama PhD 6.5 2.1† TBC. See website for details. 15,855 Speakers of Other † Languages) Economics PhD/MPhil 7.0** 2.1 Honours + Master’s Degree TBC. See website for details. 15,855

Δ Ω Ω Theology MTh, Grad 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1† Not collected by Not collected by Ecosystem Biology and Sustainability PhD/MPhil 6.5 2.1 TBC. See website for details. 19,700 Dip QUB QUB (Apply through "Biological Sciences") Translation MA 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 Education PhD/MPhil 6.5 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 15,855 Electrical and Electronic Engineering PhD/MPhil 6.0 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 19,700 Translational Medicine MRes 1 year FT / 3 years PT 6.5** 2.1† 5,500 19,600 English PhD 6.5 2.1† TBC. See website for details. 15,855

† Urban and Rural Design MSc 1 year FT 6.5 2.2 4,160 (NI/EU) 19,500 Ethnomusicology PhD 6.5 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 15,855 9,250 (GB) Δ Ω Ω 5,500 if not 19,600 if not Experimental Medicine PhD/MPhil/ 6.0 2.1 TBC. See website for details. 19,700 progressing from progressing from (Apply through "Medicine") MD/MCh Queen's Queen's Film Studies PhD 6.5 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 15,855 Violence, Terrorism MA, PgDip, 1 year FT / 2 years PT 6.5 2.1 (MA)† 5,500 15,700 Finance PhD/MPhil 7.0** 2.1 Honours + Master’s degree† TBC. See website for details. 15,855 and Security PgCert 2.2 (57%) (PgDip) † Food Safety and Biotechnology MPhil 6.0 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. Ω 19,700 Ω Violence, Terrorism and PgCert 2.2 (57%) (PgCert) † Security (Online) Food Safety and Nutrition PhD/MPhil 6.0 2.1† TBC. See website for details. Ω 19,700 Ω (Apply through "Agri-Food and Land Use") Youth Justice MSc, 1 year FT 6.5 2.1† 5,500 15,700 PgDip 1 year FT / 3 years PT French Studies PhD 6.5 2.1† TBC. See website for details. 15,855

Δ 1 This is intended as a guide only to the general academic entry requirements for postgraduate programmes, expressed in terms of UK Honours degree classifications. Please see Geography PhD/MPhil 6.5 2.1 TBC. See website for details. 19,700 pages 36 and the online Course Finder for further information on academic and English language requirements. * The IELTS Academic scores listed are the minimum overall score requirements. Unless otherwise indicated (**), the minimum score required in each test component is normally History PhD 6.5 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 15,855 5.5. See also page 37. † Additional Entrance requirements apply. Please see our online Course Finder for full details. Interpreting PhD 6.5 2.1† TBC. See website for details. 15,855 ‡ Subject to final approval. ∆ Apply to "Mechanical Engineering" or "Engineering Management" for the PgCert. Irish and Celtic Studies PhD 6.5 2.1† TBC. See website for details. 15,855 Ω Early closing date for application applies. ∑ Deposit required.

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SUBJECT COURSE IELTS* UK DEGREE ENTRY UK/EU FEES (£) 2 INT'L SUBJECT COURSE IELTS* DURATION UK DEGREE UK/EU INT'L REQUIREMENTS FEES (£) ENTRY FEES (£) FEES (£) REQUIREMENTS 1 Law PhD/MPhil 7.0 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 15,855 Clinical Psychology Ω DClinPsych 7.0** 3 years FT 2.1† 5,500 19,600 (Apply at go.qub.ac.uk/ClinPsych) Lusophone Studies PhD 6.5 2.1† TBC. See website for details. 15,855 Doctorate in Childhood Studies DChild 6.5 8 years PT 2.1 + Master’s 5,500 15,700 † Management PhD/MPhil 7.0** 2.1 Honours + Master’s Degree TBC. See website for details. 15,855 degree†

Doctorate in Education EdD 6.5 4 years FT 2.2 + Master’s† 5,500 15,700 Δ Maternal and Child Health PhD/MPhil 6.5 2.1 TBC. See website for details. 15,855 8 years PT (Apply through "Nursing and Midwifery") Educational, Child and Adolescent Psychology Ω DECAP 7.0** 3 years FT 2.1† 5,500 19,600 Δ Mathematical Sciences Research Centre PhD/MPhil 6.0 2.1 TBC. See website for details. 15,855 (Apply at go.qub.ac.uk/applyDECAP) Mechanical Engineering PhD/MPhil 6.0 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 19,700 Juris Doctor JD 6.5 3 years FT 2.1† 15,700 15,700 Microbes and Pathogen Biology PhD/MPhil 6.5 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. Ω 19,700 Ω TESOL Teaching English to Speakers of Other EdD 6.5 4 years FT 2.2 + Master’s† 5,500 15,700 Music PhD 6.5 2.1† TBC. See website for details. 15,855 Languages 8 years PT

Δ Nanostructured Media PhD/MPhil 6.0 2.1 TBC. See website for details. 19,700 1 This is intended as a guide only to the general academic entry requirements for postgraduate programmes, expressed in terms of UK Honours degree classifications. Please see (Apply through "Physics") pages 36 and the online Course Finder for further information on academic and English language requirements. * The IELTS Academic scores listed are the minimum overall score requirements. Unless otherwise indicated (**), the minimum score required in each test component is normally 5.5. Palaeoecology PhD/MPhil 6.5 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 19,700 See also page 37. (Apply through "Archaeology and Palaeoecology") † Additional Entrance requirements apply. Please see our online Course Finder for full details. Ω Early closing date for application applies. Pharmacy PhD/MPhil 6.0 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details.Ω 19,700 Ω

Photonic Integration and Advanced Data Storage PhD 6.0 2.1†∆ TBC. See website for details. 19,700

Planning PhD/MPhil 6.5 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 19,700

Plasma Physics PhD/MPhil 6.0 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 19,700 (Apply through "Physics")

Politics, International Studies and Philosophy PhD/MPhil 6.5 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 15,855 (Apply to "Politics", "International Studies", or "Philosophy" as required)

Precision Cancer Medicine PhD/MPhil/ 6.0 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. Ω 19,700 Ω (Apply through "Medicine") MD/MCh

Psychology PhD/MPhil 7.0** 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 19,700

Public Health PhD/MPhil/ 6.0 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 15,855 (Apply through "Medicine") MD/MCh

Sociology, Social Policy and Social Work PhD/MPhil 6.5 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 15,855 (Apply through, " Sociology" or " Social Work" as required)

Sonic Arts PhD 6.5 2.1† TBC. See website for details. 15,855

Spanish Studies PhD 6.5 2.1† TBC. See website for details. 15,855

Theology PhD 6.5 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 15,855

Theoretical Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics PhD/MPhil 6.0 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 19,700 (Apply through "Physics")

Translation PhD 6.5 2.1Δ TBC. See website for details. 15,855

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LENNOXVALE Great Hall INSTITUTES 1 Welcome Centre 1 RIVER LAGAN Harty Room 5

SANS SOUCI PARK Whitla Hall 7 RIDDEL HALL STRANMILLIS EMBANKMENT Health Sciences Building The Senator George J Mitchell 25 Whitla Medical Building 22 Institute for Global Peace, Human Resources 3 Wellcome-Wolfson Institute for Security and Justice G Information Services 11 Experimental Medicine 23 The William J Clinton Leadership Institute of Professional Legal 0 100 200 ELMS VILLAGE Institute T Studies (IPLS) 33 metres The Institute for Global Food Security U International Office 1

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Westlink Zurich Millfield Laganbank Belfast City Airport, and Belfast International. Bus Station Most flights from Belfast to the rest of the UK Bucharest High Street take less than an hour, and if you book early in Castle Street advance they are reasonably priced. Lisbon Madrid Rome Springfield Road Falls Road BY BOAT Chichester Street City The two main Belfast routes are from Athens Hall Liverpool and Cairnryan, both provided May Street Albertbridge Road by Stena Line. An alternative route Europa Bus runs from Holyhead to Dublin, with Grosvenor Road & Train Station Central excellent motorway connections SCOTLAND Train Station between there and Belfast. Royal Falls Road Victoria Glasgow Edinburgh Hospital Castlereagh Road BY BUS AND TRAIN NORTHERN Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Queen’s is a five minute walk IRELAND Woodstock Road National Airports National Ports from Botanic Train Station on the Bangor, Larne, Newry and Derry~Londonderry lines. A Great Victoria Street Victoria Great Manchester connection to Dublin is just one Galway Dublin Shaftesbury Square stop away, via Belfast Central IRELAND Station. Coach and bus services ENGLAND Ballycastle Donegall Road arrive at Great Victoria Street, Cork WALES Portstewart Portrush City Hospital which is also connected by rail. Cardi London Coleraine Cushendun Train Station Botanic A2 A29 Ballymoney Cushendall Train Station Limavady BY CAR Londonderry/Derry Carnlough Belfast University Street Kilrea Dungiven City Ormeau Queen’s is located in south central Belfast A5 Larne Li ord A6 Ballymena Hospital Elmwood Avenue Park and as such is close to both Northern Ireland’s Strabane Whitehead Tates Avenue main motorways, connecting it easily with the Ballyclare University Road Magherafelt M2 Queen’s rest of Ireland. Newtownstewart Antrim Carrickfergus Ardenlee Avenue Cookstown Bangor University A505 A26 Donaghadee Our address is: A5 Omagh A29 EAST Newtownards Botanic Belfast Queen's University Belfast A32 Gardens Dungannon A26 Irvinestown Drumore Lisburn University Road A4 Eglantine Avenue A5 M1 Lurgan Hillsborough Aughnacloy A1 Belfast Belleek A32 Portaferry Stranmillis Road Portadown BT7 1NN A3 Enniskillen Tandragee Ballynahinch Banbridge Armagh Downpatrick A4 A3 A4 A1 Lisburn Road Keady A28 Newcastle Newry Warrenpoint A1 Kilkeel

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A English (Creative Writing) 62 Psychological Science (Conversion) 76 Accounting and Finance 48 English (Literary Studies) 62 Psychology of Childhood Adversity 76 Advanced Clinical Pharmacy Practice 48 English (Poetry: Creativity and Criticism) 62 Public Health 76 Advanced Food Safety 48 Environmental Engineering 63 Public History 77 Advanced Pharmacy Practice 49 Advanced Professional and Clinical F Q Practice 49 Film 63 Quantitative Finance 77 Advanced Professional Practice 49 Finance 63 Animal Behaviour and Welfare 50 R Anthropology 50 G Risk and Investment Management 77 Applied Behaviour Analysis 50 Global Food Security (Food Safety)64 Applied Cyber Security 51 Global Security and Borders64 S Applied Cyber Security with Professional Social Science Research 78 Internship 51 H Software Development 78 Applied Psychology (Clinical Specialism) 51 History 64 Specialist Practice in Nursing 78 Applied Social Studies: Human Resource Management 65 Structural Engineering, Design Childcare 51 Human Rights and Criminal Justice 65 and Management 79 Combined 52 Human Rights Law 65 Systemic Practice and Family Therapy 79 Dual Diagnosis 52 Systemic Psychotherapy 80 PROFESSIONAL DOCTORATES RESEARCH PROGRAMMES Mental Health 52 I Strategy and Leadership 53 Inclusion and Special Needs Education 66 T Architecture 53 International Business 66 Teaching English to Speakers of C A L Arts and Humanities 53 International Business Law 66 Other Languages (TESOL) 80 Clinical Psychology 86 Accounting 94 Law 103 Arts Management 54 International Business Law Theology 80 Aerospace Engineering 94 Lusophone Studies 104 Autism Spectrum Disorders 54 (Including Placement) 66 Translation 81 D Anthropology 94 International Relations 67 Translational Medicine 81 Doctorate in Childhood Studies 86 Archaeology 95 M B Interpreting 67 Doctorate in Education 86 Architecture 95 Management 104 Bioinformatics and Computational Genomics 54 Irish Studies 67 U Arts Management 95 Mathematical Sciences Research Centre 104 Building Information Modelling Urban and Rural Design 81 E Astrophysics 96 Mechanical Engineering 105 Project Management 55 L Educational, Child and Atomistic Simulation 96 Microbes and Pathogen Biology 105 Business Communication for Rural Enterprise 55 Law 68 V Adolescent Psychology 87 Music 105 Business for Agri-Food and Rural Enterprise 55 Leadership for Sustainable Development 68 Violence, Terrorism and Security 82 C Leadership for Sustainable Rural Development 68 Violence, Terrorism and Security (Online) 82 J Chemistry and Chemical Engineering 96 N C Legislative Studies and Practice 69 Juris Doctor 87 Civil Engineering 97 Nanostructured Media 106 Caring for Children and Young People Y Cognition and Culture 97 Nursing and Midwifery: Cancer Nursing, with Complex Health Needs 56 M Youth Justice 82 T Computer Science 97 Supportive and Palliative Care 106 Children’s Rights 56 Management 69 Teaching English to Speakers of Nursing and Midwifery: Maternal Clinical Anatomy 56 Marketing 69 Other Languages (TESOL) 87 D and Child Health 106 Clinical Education 57 Master of Business Administration 70 Drama 98 Cognitive Behavioural Practice 57 Masters in Law 70 P Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy (CBP) 57 Mechanical Engineering with E Palaeoecology 107 Cognitive Behavioural Therapy 58 Management 70 Economics 98 Pharmacy 107 Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, (including PgCert Mechanical Engineering) Ecosystem Biology and Sustainability 98 Photonic Integration and Advanced Specialist (Trauma) 58 Media and Broadcast Production 71 Education 99 Data Storage 107 Conflict Transformation and Social Justice 59 Mental Health 71 Electrical and Electronic Engineering 99 Planning 108 Construction and Project Management 59 Molecular Biology and Biotechnology 71 English 99 Plasma Physics 108 Construction and Project Management Molecular Pathology of Cancer 72 Ethnomusicology 100 Politics, International Studies and Philosophy 108 with Industrial Internship 59 Experimental Medicine 100 Precision Cancer Medicine 109 Criminology and Criminal Justice 59 N Psychology 109 Non-Medical Prescribing 72 F Public Health 109 D Film Studies 100 Data Analytics 60 P Finance 101 S Parasitology and Pathogen Biology 72 Food Safety and Biotechnology 101 Sociology, Social Policy and Social Work 110 E Pathology Informatics and Business Food Safety and Nutrition 101 Sonic Arts 110 Ecological Management and Application (Distance Learning) 73 French Studies 102 Spanish Studies 110 Conservation Biology 60 Pharmaceutical Analysis 73 Economics 60 Planning and Development (Conversion) 73 G T Educational Leadership 61 Planning and Regeneration 74 Geography 102 Theology 111 Educational Studies 61 Politics 74 Theoretical Atomic, Molecular and Electronics 61 Postgraduate Certificate in Education 74 H Optical Physics 111 Electronics with Professional Internship 60 Prescribing for Pharmacists 75 History 102 Translation 111 Engineering Management (see Mechanical Professional Legal Studies 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