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University of the West of Scotland: Career Guidance and Development
| Institution | University of the West of Scotland |
|---|---|
| Department | Education and Social Sciences |
| Web | http://www.uws.ac.uk |
| ask@uws.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0800 027 1000 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
The course combines periods of university-based study with a range of work-based learning; placements are arranged in schools, colleges, social inclusion projects and training providers; throughout the course there is a strong focus on practice-based learning, personal reflection and critical analysis of practice.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | The normal entrance requirement for the Postgraduate Certificate and Diploma is a degree (minimum 2:2) or similar qualification. If you do not possess the qualifications above then you may still be considered. For example, you may have completed a workplace qualification such as an S/NVQ in Advice and Guidance. In all cases you should be able to demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, experience and maturity, and satisfy the University that you have the potential to reach the academic standards required of a course at postgraduate level by holding at least an HNC in Social Sciences, Career Guidance or an equivalent qualification. Applications from a variety of backgrounds, including groups which have been underrepresented in the career guidance profession are encouraged. If you are applying for the online learning Certificate and Diploma then you are expected to be employed for the whole duration of your course in a career or educational guidance context, or in an organisation whose main function is to give educational or careers guidance to adults. If you are an overseas student then you must also meet UWS English language requirements. |
| Location | Paisley Campus High Street Paisley PA1 2BE |
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
Summary
At UWS we offer three qualifications in career guidance and development.
Completing our most popular course, the Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) in Career Guidance and Development, will support you to develop professional practice competence working with individuals and groups and to undertake critical analysis of key aspects of career guidance and development practice.
A PGCert option is also available for students wishing to complete one year of part-time study only.
Having completed the PGDip or an equivalent qualification at another institution, students can return to study our masters 'top-up' module to obtain a full MSc in Career Guidance and Development. Our masters route is focused on continuous professional development through practitioner-researcher skills, and supports students to take the opportunity to promote their work within the sector.
**PRE-ENTRY COURSE**
Applicants may be keen to refresh or gain confidence in their postgraduate level academic skills prior to starting the programme. We offer a pre-entry course for offer holders on the Postgraduate Diploma in Career Guidance and Development.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants to the full-time PGDip/QCD should normally hold an honours degree in any subject. Applicants to the part-time, online PG Dip/QCD may hold a relevant bachelors degree or equivalent (e.g. a Level 9 Technical Apprenticeship) and significant, relevant work experience. The programme team is committed to improving diversity in the career development sector. We encourage applications regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race. We particularly welcome applications from individuals who are underrepresented in our sector; people from an ethnic minority background, disabled people and applicants who identify as male, trans or non-binary. Applicants who wish to complete the PG Cert or PG Diploma online must normally be employed for the duration of their programme in a guidance related role where they have access to clients and to a QCD accredited professional willing to act as their workplace supervisor. Applicants who wish to complete the PG Cert online must normally be employed in a guidance-related role. Applicants will have to provide an appropriate reference confirming their suitability for work with individuals and groups in helping and teaching contexts. Applicants to the part-time, online MSc top up must hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Career Guidance and Development or similar (from any institution). |
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
Summary
At UWS we offer three qualifications in career guidance and development.
Completing our most popular course, the Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) in Career Guidance and Development, will support you to develop professional practice competence working with individuals and groups and to undertake critical analysis of key aspects of career guidance and development practice.
A PGCert option is also available for students wishing to complete one year of part-time study only.
Having completed the PGDip or an equivalent qualification at another institution, students can return to study our masters 'top-up' module to obtain a full MSc in Career Guidance and Development. Our masters route is focused on continuous professional development through practitioner-researcher skills, and supports students to take the opportunity to promote their work within the sector.
**PRE-ENTRY COURSE**
Applicants may be keen to refresh or gain confidence in their postgraduate level academic skills prior to starting the programme. We offer a pre-entry course for offer holders on the Postgraduate Diploma in Career Guidance and Development.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants to the full-time PGDip/QCD should normally hold an honours degree in any subject. Applicants to the part-time, online PG Dip/QCD may hold a relevant bachelors degree or equivalent (e.g. a Level 9 Technical Apprenticeship) and significant, relevant work experience. The programme team is committed to improving diversity in the career development sector. We encourage applications regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race. We particularly welcome applications from individuals who are underrepresented in our sector; people from an ethnic minority background, disabled people and applicants who identify as male, trans or non-binary. Applicants who wish to complete the PG Cert or PG Diploma online must normally be employed for the duration of their programme in a guidance related role where they have access to clients and to a QCD accredited professional willing to act as their workplace supervisor. Applicants who wish to complete the PG Cert online must normally be employed in a guidance-related role. Applicants will have to provide an appropriate reference confirming their suitability for work with individuals and groups in helping and teaching contexts. Applicants to the part-time, online MSc top up must hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Career Guidance and Development or similar (from any institution). |
Summary
At UWS we offer three qualifications in career guidance and development.
Completing our most popular course, the Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) in Career Guidance and Development, will support you to develop professional practice competence working with individuals and groups and to undertake critical analysis of key aspects of career guidance and development practice.
A PGCert option is also available for students wishing to complete one year of part-time study only.
Having completed the PGDip or an equivalent qualification at another institution, students can return to study our masters 'top-up' module to obtain a full MSc in Career Guidance and Development. Our masters route is focused on continuous professional development through practitioner-researcher skills, and supports students to take the opportunity to promote their work within the sector.
**PRE-ENTRY COURSE**
Applicants may be keen to refresh or gain confidence in their postgraduate level academic skills prior to starting the programme. We offer a pre-entry course for offer holders on the Postgraduate Diploma in Career Guidance and Development.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants to the full-time PGDip/QCD should normally hold an honours degree in any subject. Applicants to the part-time, online PG Dip/QCD may hold a relevant bachelors degree or equivalent (e.g. a Level 9 Technical Apprenticeship) and significant, relevant work experience. The programme team is committed to improving diversity in the career development sector. We encourage applications regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race. We particularly welcome applications from individuals who are underrepresented in our sector; people from an ethnic minority background, disabled people and applicants who identify as male, trans or non-binary. Applicants who wish to complete the PG Cert or PG Diploma online must normally be employed for the duration of their programme in a guidance related role where they have access to clients and to a QCD accredited professional willing to act as their workplace supervisor. Applicants who wish to complete the PG Cert online must normally be employed in a guidance-related role. Applicants will have to provide an appropriate reference confirming their suitability for work with individuals and groups in helping and teaching contexts. Applicants to the part-time, online MSc top up must hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Career Guidance and Development or similar (from any institution). |
| Location | Paisley Campus High Street Paisley PA1 2BE |
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