Postgraduate Course Features
All of our new postgraduate courses share a number of common features:
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A focus on a major project or dissertation, giving you the opportunity to explore an area of personal or professional interest. Each unit will develop your key skills, preparing you to complete your major project. As you progress through the course, you will be required to undertake more independent and self-directed work.
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Collaborative and interdisciplinary working is encouraged, enabling you to graduate as a multi-skilled practitioner. For example, a Professional Development and Research Methods Unit is taken by all postgraduate students studying within the Faculty, providing you with the opportunity to network and exchange ideas with students from an array of disciplines.
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Integration of theory and practice.
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Closely aligned to the needs of industry and society, each course has been designed in conjunction with leading industry professionals, with a focus on professional practice.
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Extensive contact time with a supportive supervisor, who will be closely matched with you in terms of your interests.
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Dedicated state-of-the-art facilities which are regularly upgraded to ensure that you have access to excellent resources.
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National and international study trips.
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High profile industry practitioners and professionals regularly visit to lecture, conduct workshops, and offer current, industry informed feedback on your work and the opportunities for employment.
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An emphasis on providing you with the transferable skills valued in a wide range of careers. These include problem solving, research and analysis techniques, team work, written and oral communication, and time management.
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Dedicated library, research and information resources.
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Flexible modes of study, enabling you to combine study, and career or family commitments.