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Wrexham University: Leadership for Wellbeing
| Institution | Wrexham University View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Social and Life Sciences |
| Web | http://wrexham.ac.uk |
| enquiries@wrexham.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01978 293439 |
| Study type | Taught |
Master of Science - MSc (PG)
Summary
Wellbeing is central to public service leadership. Personal wellbeing is essential for sustainable and effective leadership, and leaders need to drive change toward systems of wellbeing where people and planet are properly cared for.
This unique degree equips learners with the advanced knowledge and skills to realise personal, public and planetary wellbeing goals within complex and dynamic systems.
This course: - Is designed for those leading or aspiring to lead within public services such as health, social care, education, criminal justice and community development.
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Explores contemporary and future issues in public service leadership and affords a rich understanding of human behaviour and behaviour change, before critically examining effective strategies and leadership practices that can be adopted in complex systems and to create systems change.
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Provides a unique opportunity for learners to undertake ‘inner’ and/or ‘outer’ Work Based Learning, developing personal qualities and wellbeing that foster effective leadership and resilience within challenging working environments.
Key Course Features: - An exciting and cutting-edge curriculum, co-created by experts and partners.
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Comprehensive and critical exploration of evidence, theory and practice.
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A flexible and supportive teaching and learning strategy, with learners able to self-select to study via a ‘live’, ‘blended’ or ‘online’ route.
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A focus on personal, professional and academic growth, with 30 hours of ‘inner’ and/or ‘outer’ Work Based Learning.
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Connected to the University’s renowned Civic Mission, which is working with communities and partners to lead systems change across North Wales.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | To study this programme, applicants will normally have attained an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject area, achieving a minimum of a 2:2. Those without an undergraduate degree, or a degree not in a relevant subject area, may be considered for the programmes if they have appropriate (at least 3 years) experience in the field of public service leadership, and be able to demonstrate the skills and qualities necessary to study at postgraduate level. All applicants will be required to undertake an ‘entry discussion’ with the Admissions Tutor (or nominated person) for the subject area. The discussion will check applicants’ suitability for their chosen programme and also offer support and guidance regarding modes of study and postgraduate study requirements. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is not required on entry to this programme. However, if either a learners’ Work Based Learning (WBL) or research involves regulated activity with adults or children a DBS of suitable level and type will then be required. This will be checked and undertaken as part of the WBL / research process. |
| Location | Wrexham Wrexham Campus Mold Road Wrexham LL11 2AW |
Fees
| England | 5940 GBP for Year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | 5940 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5940 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5940 GBP for Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | 5940 GBP for Year 1 |
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
Summary
Wellbeing is central to public service leadership. Personal wellbeing is essential for sustainable and effective leadership, and leaders need to drive change toward systems of wellbeing where people and planet are properly cared for.
This unique degree equips learners with the advanced knowledge and skills to realise personal, public and planetary wellbeing goals within complex and dynamic systems.
This course: - Is designed for those leading or aspiring to lead within public services such as health, social care, education, criminal justice and community development.
-
Explores contemporary and future issues in public service leadership and affords a rich understanding of human behaviour and behaviour change, before critically examining effective strategies and leadership practices that can be adopted in complex systems and to create systems change.
-
Provides a unique opportunity for learners to undertake ‘inner’ and/or ‘outer’ Work Based Learning, developing personal qualities and wellbeing that foster effective leadership and resilience within challenging working environments.
-
Offers a lighter-touch option than a full Masters, and has the option to ‘top up’ to the corresponding Masters programme by the completion of a 60-credit research module in an additional third year.
Key Course Features: - An exciting and cutting-edge curriculum, co-created by experts and partners.
-
Comprehensive and critical exploration of evidence, theory and practice.
-
A flexible and supportive teaching and learning strategy, with learners able to self-select to study via a ‘live’, ‘blended’ or ‘online’ route.
-
A focus on personal, professional and academic growth, with 30 hours of ‘inner’ and/or ‘outer’ Work Based Learning.
-
Connected to the University’s renowned Civic Mission, which is working with communities and partners to lead systems change across North Wales.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | To study this programme, applicants will normally have attained an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject area, achieving a minimum of a 2:2. Those without an undergraduate degree, or a degree not in a relevant subject area, may be considered for the programmes if they have appropriate (at least 3 years) experience in the field of public service leadership, and be able to demonstrate the skills and qualities necessary to study at postgraduate level. All applicants will be required to undertake an ‘entry discussion’ with the Admissions Tutor (or nominated person) for the subject area. The discussion will check applicants’ suitability for their chosen programme and also offer support and guidance regarding modes of study and postgraduate study requirements. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is not required on entry to this programme. However, if either a learners’ Work Based Learning (WBL) or research involves regulated activity with adults or children a DBS of suitable level and type will then be required. This will be checked and undertaken as part of the WBL / research process. |
| Location | Wrexham Wrexham Campus Mold Road Wrexham LL11 2AW |
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