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FACULTY OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

POSTGRADUATEPROSPECTUS

2016

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Contents Welcome ............................................................................................................................................................ 1

Why Portsmouth? ............................................................................................................................................... 2

Global outlook .................................................................................................................................................... 4

Postgraduate pathways ...................................................................................................................................... 6

Employability – your course and beyond ........................................................................................................... 10

Portsmouth: location and maps ........................................................................................................................ 12

Portsmouth: the city ......................................................................................................................................... 16

Accommodation ............................................................................................................................................... 18

Spaces for learning ........................................................................................................................................... 22

Support and facilities ........................................................................................................................................ 24

International and EU students ........................................................................................................................... 26

Fees and funding .............................................................................................................................................. 28

How to apply .................................................................................................................................................... 30

Visit us .............................................................................................................................................................. 34

Contact us ........................................................................................................................................................ 35

Course information – Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Institute of Criminal Justice Studies ................... 36Postgraduate research opportunities in criminal justice studies ....................................... 37MSc Counter Fraud and Counter Corruption Studies .................................................................. 39MSc Crime Science, Investigation and Intelligence ..................................................... 40MSc Criminology and Criminal Justice .................. 41MSc Criminology and Criminal Psychology ........... 42MSc International Criminal Justice ........................ 43MSc Policing, Policy and Leadership .................... 44MSc Security Management ................................... 45Professional Doctorate in Criminal Justice (DCrimJ) ................................................... 46Professional Doctorate in Security Risk Management (DSyRM) ................................... 47

School of Education and Continuing Studies .... 48Postgraduate research opportunities in education and continuing studies .......................... 49MA Education Studies ........................................... 51MSc Educational Leadership and Management ......................................................... 52MA Learning and Teaching .................................... 53PGCE Post Compulsory Education – Postgraduate and Professional .............................. 54PGCE Professional/Postgraduate Certificate in Education .......................................... 55

School of Languages and Area Studies ............. 56Postgraduate research opportunities in languages and area studies ............................... 57MA Applied Linguistics and TESOL ........................ 59MA Communication and Language Skills ............... 60MA TESOL Leadership and Management .............. 61MA Translation Studies .......................................... 62MSc International Development Studies................. 63

School of Social, Historical and Literary Studies ................................................... 64Postgraduate research opportunities in social, historical and literary studies .................................. 65MA European Studies ............................................ 67MA History of War, Culture and Society ................. 68MA International Relations and European Studies .................................................. 69MA Literature, Culture and Identity ......................... 70MA Naval History ................................................... 71Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) ................. 72MRes Humanities and Social Sciences .................. 74

www.port.ac.uk 1Welcome by the Vice-Chancellor

Studying for a postgraduate degree is a life-changing decision that will have a profound effect on your future. Choosing the right place to study is just as important. At Portsmouth, we can offer you courses that have direct links with business and industry and courses led by world-class researchers, all taught by academics who are passionate about their subject and determined to inspire their students.

By studying at Portsmouth, you will be choosing a vibrant university with an expert community of dedicated academics. We have world-leading research taking place across our subject areas, as validated by the UK Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014. We rank highly in many league tables worldwide, including in the top 50 UK universities in The Guardian University league table and ranked by the Times Higher Education in the top 100 of universities worldwide under 50 years old.

We are an ambitious university that is bold not old, with a strong sense of energy, flexibility and dynamism. We put students at the centre of our vision and continue to grow in strength and reputation as a university of first choice for both UK and overseas students. The diversity of our student body is extremely important to us as this brings new perspectives and provides a broad cultural experience.

It is important that you make an informed choice to provide the best opportunity for you as an individual. I am sure that, as you explore the opportunities that we have to offer, you will make something great happen by choosing Portsmouth.

We look forward to welcoming you to our University and to our city.

Professor Graham GalbraithVice-Chancellor

I am delighted to introduce to you our 2016 prospectus for postgraduate students. I hope that you will find within these pages areas of study that will both inspire and interest you. If you do decide to study with us, you will receive a warm welcome and a first-class educational experience.

Welcome

2 www.port.ac.ukWhy Portsmouth?

The University of Portsmouth is a leading modern university with an excellent reputation for teaching, informed by world-class research. We are one of the top ten modern universities in the UK, according to The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2015.

Why Portsmouth?

We have over 22,000

students, including 4,000 from over 130 countries, and over 3,000 postgraduate

students.

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High-quality teachingAt Portsmouth you will be supported to become an independent learner and encouraged to achieve your full potential. You will be taught by inspiring academics at the forefront of their field.

Choice and flexibilityWe offer a rich variety of study opportunities across our postgraduate taught portfolio and research provision. Many of our programmes offer eligible students the opportunity to study part time, through block study or via distance learning.

Industry partnerships and accreditationWe boast extensive partnerships with local, national and international organisations. Many of our courses are accredited or validated by professional organisations and many offer an accelerated route to qualifying for a profession or obtaining chartered status. Services for Business at Purple Door provides a one-stop point of contact between the University and the business community for employment opportunities, knowledge transfer and research.

Student satisfactionWe value our reputation for teaching and support. In the last Higher Education Academy Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey, an average of 90 per cent of respondents said that their course at the University of Portsmouth had met or exceeded expectations. An average of 91 per cent of respondents reported that the learning resources on their course had met or exceeded expectations and an average of 78 per cent believed their Master’s course had improved their employment prospects.

Emphasis on employabilityOur employability service provides first-class support through a dedicated in-house careers and recruitment team. We can help you access volunteering opportunities and professional work placements, and support you in finding future employment. We work closely with lecturers to ensure that preparation for your future career is an integral part of your course.

Student supportAt Portsmouth we value the importance of the full postgraduate student experience. We enhance your experience by assisting with your arrival and orientation and, where appropriate, providing help with housing and funding. We support you with IT help and study skills, and provide a variety of advisory services. All students are allocated a personal tutor who will advise and guide you throughout the duration of your time here.

We offer superb facilities in a vibrant waterfront location – a university by the sea, but in the heart of one of Britain’s most historic cities.

Graduate School Our dedicated Graduate School is the first port of call for information for all postgraduate research students and supervisors. We support, administer and coordinate training for the MPhil, PhD and Professional Doctorate programmes. We provide professional training and high-quality supervision to give you the opportunity to develop your knowledge and to equip you for your future career or further research. In the latest University of Portsmouth Postgraduate Research Experience Survey (UPRES 2014) 80 per cent of respondents agreed or strongly agreed that they were satisfied with the overall experience of their research programme. For more information, please visit www.port.ac.uk/graduateschool.

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As an innovative, international university we nurture and value relationships and partnerships that foster a global outlook. We believe in supporting you to develop as global graduates by studying alongside students from many different cultures and countries and through having opportunities to study and work overseas. Our research has made a positive impact on the lives of many across the world.

Global outlook

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Architecture students have designs on ChinaThree of our architecture students worked on ideas for a new city centre in Harbin, Heilongjiang Province as part of the British Council’s Sino-UK programme.

Saving livesProfessor Mike Tipton’s research has made an impact on the protection, rescue and treatment of drowning casualties.

Positive research impacts following the Fukushima nuclear accidentPortsmouth scientists developed the Chemcatcher sampler to improve water quality monitoring, including the detection of radioactive caesium after the Fukushima incident.

Improving water supply in developing economiesAcross Africa, rural communities rely on hand pumps to access water. Dr Julia Brown is exploring how these can be better maintained and managed so people continue to have water.

www.port.ac.uk6 Postgraduate pathways

At Portsmouth, you can undertake postgraduate study at different levelsand in various study modes. We offer an approach to postgraduate studythat aims to be as flexible as possible.

Postgraduate pathways

Taught degrees Master’s courses (MA, MSc, MPA) With our Master’s courses, you will gain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of your discipline and have the opportunity to carry out independent study and research. You will usually be required to submit a dissertation at the end of the course.

Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) and Diploma (PgDip)Some Master’s programmes are divided into two or three separate awards enabling students to undertake postgraduate study in stages. The Postgraduate Certificate and Diploma stages comprise the taught elements of the programme (60 Master’s-level credits each) and is usually followed by a Master’s ‘top-up’ (60 Master’s-level credits), which comprises a research methods unit followed by a dissertation or research project.

Teacher Training (PGCE)The PGCE is a one-year course that enables its trainees to become able, confident teachers with strong subject knowledge and the ability to reflect on what it means to teach. Ofsted’s latest inspection

reported our teacher training provision to be outstanding.

We offer both the University-led PGCE Secondary Initial Teacher Training, and Schools Direct route across all of our subject areas (see course page 55).

Modes of study

Full and part-time taught degrees normally incorporate formal teaching, tutorials and seminars with individual study, projects and written examinations. International (non-EU) students may only study full time.

We offer distance-learning programmes which enable you to study off campus using printed materials and web-based resources.

Academic dates

Most taught programmes commence in September although some have additional start dates in January. Details of the University academic year calendar can be found at www.port.ac.uk/keydates.

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Research degrees

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)A PhD is a demonstration of research competence leading to a professional research qualification. It is an advanced degree that allows three years full time or six years part time, to deeply research a topic of interest and extend the knowledge in a specialist area. You will complete the Graduate School’s research training programme in your first year, submitting a progression report at the end of this year (or after the first two years if you are studying part time) in order to continue on the PhD programme. To be awarded the PhD, you are required to submit a thesis and defend it in an oral examination (viva voce).

Professional Doctorates Professional Doctorates are designed for people who have an interest in work-based research and professional practice issues and are looking to attain the highest level of academic achievement to further their careers. The programme includes structured learning in advanced research skills and professional development followed by a supervised research phase within your own professional area.

Integrated Doctorate (ID) This four year programme enables you to undertake a number of taught Master’s-level units in year one before progressing on to your PhD registration. This approach provides the highest quality of taught materials and practical experience alongside advanced research. The integrated approach offers you interdisciplinary study opportunities to broaden your subject knowledge and develop multidisciplinary skills.

Master of Philosophy (MPhil)An MPhil requires you to complete the University’s research training programme, submit a thesis and defend your work in an oral examination (viva voce). Typically, you would be expected to complete the MPhil programme in two years full time or four years part time.

Master of Research (MRes) The MRes programme has been developed to provide a structured entry into research for those applicants with a UK undergraduate degree or equivalent. It gives you a wide variety of skills, experience and competence to prepare you should you consider moving towards Doctoral (PhD) studies, or pursue research-related activities as a career.

The University of Portsmouth is an active participant in Erasmus+, a programme co-funded by the European Union which supports student mobility as part of the degree. Some postgraduate courses offer this opportunity and our Exchanges and Study Abroad Team will be happy to advise on opportunities available in your subject area.

You can find more by visiting www.port.ac.uk/studyabroad or emailing the team at: erasmus@port.ac.uk

Changing Lives. Opening minds

8 www.port.ac.ukAdditional pathways for international applicants

Additional pathways for international applicants

International College Portsmouth (ICP)An Associate College of the University of Portsmouth

If you are an international student who does not qualify for direct entry to the University of Portsmouth, you may be able to begin your pathway at ICP and graduate with a Master’s degree from the University.

Centrally located on the University of Portsmouth’s city-centre campus, ICP offers the ideal environment and facilities for international students to reach their maximum academic potential. You have the benefit of learning in smaller classes with additional teaching sessions supported by highly qualified lecturers and tutors, along with full access to student facilities at the University.

The postgraduate pathway leads to a Master of Arts (MA) or Master of Science (MSc) from the University of Portsmouth in a business, finance, social sciences, technology or science discipline. ICP provides the following degree pathways:

Business • MA Marketing

• MSc Business and Management

• MSc Project Management

• MSc Risk, Crisis and Resilience Management

• MSc Strategic Quality Management

• MSc Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship

Finance

• MSc Business Economics, Finance and Banking

• MSc Finance

• MSc Financial Decision Analysis

Logistics and Supply Chain Management

• MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Social Science • Masters in Public Administration (MPA)

• MSc Criminology and Criminal Justice

• MSc Criminology and Criminal Psychology

• MSc Crime Science, Investigation and Intelligence

• MSc Counter Fraud and Counter Corruption Studies

• MSc Security Management

• MA European Studies

• MA International Relations and European Studies

• MSc Educational Leadership and Management

Science and Technology • MSc Advanced Manufacturing Technology

• MSc Civil Engineering

• MSc Civil Engineering with Environmental Engineering

• MSc Civil Engineering with Geotechnical Engineering

• MSc Civil Engineering with Structural Engineering

• MSc Communication Network Planning and Management

• MSc Communication Systems Engineering

• MSc Computer Network Administration and Management

• MSc Construction Project Management

• MSc Electronic Engineering

• MSc Mechanical Engineering

• MSc Technology Management

• MSc Petroleum and Gas Engineering

• MSc Property Development

• MSc Quantity Surveying

• MSc Biomedicine

• MSc Clinical Exercise Science

• MSc Engineering Geology

• MSc Geological and Environmental Hazards

• MSc Geographical Information Systems

• MSc Sports Performance

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Tuition fees10-week Pre-Master’s: £6,200 – £6,800 (ICP fees are correct for the academic year 2015/16 and are subject to change.)

For further details: T: +44 (0)23 9284 8540E: info@icp.port.ac.ukW: www.port.ac.uk/icp

Postgraduate pathway

Stage 1Pre-Master’s at ICP

Stage 2Master’s at the University of Portsmouth

The ICP Pre-Master’s programme lasts 10 weeks and all pathway options are available in June. A number of programmes also offer the flexibility of starting in September or January. You can apply directly online or via email and, if eligible, will then receive an offer letter within 24 hours. If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements for your chosen pathway, it may still be possible for you to join ICP via a pre-sessional English programme – details are available on the ICP website.

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Employability – your course and beyond

We want you to make the most of your time here by providing you with services and opportunities to help improve and develop the skills and attributes you need to establish a successful career.

Employability – part of your studies We recognise graduates enter an increasingly competitive global job market. That’s why our employability service works closely with academic staff to ensure preparation for your future is an integral part of your postgraduate course or research degree.

Purple Door We offer a wide range of employment and career-planning events with fully qualified and experienced staff on hand to help you research your ideas and plan for your time at University and beyond. Based in the heart of the campus, we offer a friendly and accessible service all year round providing:

• a team of experienced careers advisers offering advice on career planning and options for the future – you can access this service up to five years after you leave

• an eguidance service which you can use to email any queries you might have

• a range of volunteering opportunities in the local area which can provide a first step into professional experience

• a comprehensive range of free information and resources to take away

• a graduate recruitment team linking with local employers to source job opportunities

• employer events and an annual recruitment fair• a summer programme of events for graduates to

help you improve your employability• an online jobs board for part-time jobs, graduate

jobs and volunteering opportunities

Postgraduate taught courses At Portsmouth, we are keen to support you with your personal and career development. Your personal tutor and faculty Careers Adviser will be key sources of support during your studies. You will be able to access our online eportfolio that will enable you to capture evidence of the skills and experience you have gained and to review your situation and plan for the future.

Postgraduate research degreesThe Graduate School Development Programme (GSDP) gives you maximum flexibility to build the skills, abilities and intellectual qualities you need for your research programme and your longer-term career development. We provide a range of face-to-face workshops, as well as elearning opportunities.

This programme is designed to meet the requirements of the Researcher Development Framework, endorsed by the UK Research Councils and is widely supported both within and outside the University. For further information visit www.port.ac.uk/graduateschool.

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Find out more: T: +44 (0)23 9284 2684 E: purpledoor@port.ac.uk W: www.port.ac.uk/purpledoor

Student and graduate enterpriseBefore you start up a business, develop a product or service, you can come and chat with the enterprise team at Purple Door. We can offer advice and develop your enterprise skills and experience.

Our services are free and include drop-in clinics, training courses and the use of startup spaces. We can help you develop your innovative ideas and provide guidance on product development, self-employment, freelancing or starting up a business or social enterprise.

Services for international studentsOur services are well used by both European and international students. We offer the following targeted services:

• workshops on working part time as an EU/international student including information on paying tax and National Insurance

• a website with extensive information on working outside the UK, and links to useful sources of information and jobsites

Working after your studies We are unable to offer visa guidance for international (non-EU) students seeking to work in the UK after graduation. Information about possible visa schemes is available at www.gov.uk/visas-immigration. The UKCISA website www.ukcisa.org.uk is also a useful source of information. It is important to remember that immigration rules can change on a regular basis.

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Portsmouth: location and maps

Southsea Common

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Southsea Common• Events, fairs and festivals in summer• Perfect for picnics and frisbee

Gunwharf Quays• Spinnaker Tower• Shopping• Bars and restaurants• Multiplex cinema

Historic Dockyard• HMS Victory and HMS Warrior 1860• Mary Rose Museum• Royal Naval Museum

Guildhall Square• The Guildhall – music and

conference venue• Guildhall Walk – bars and clubs• New Theatre Royal• Commercial Road – shopping area

Seafront• Southsea Castle• Hovercraft to Isle of Wight• Blue Reef Aquarium• Shopping, bars and restaurants• Museums

Southsea• Shopping, bars and restaurants• Kings Theatre• Music and comedy venues

University• Main campus

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Portsmouth

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LondonBristol

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PlymouthSouthampton Airport

Isle of Man

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Ferries to France

Ferries to Spain

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Portsmouth: location and maps

RoadFrom London (A3(M)) and the east: After the junction of the A3(M) and A27, continue east along the A27 until you reach junction 12 of the M27 (signposted M275 Portsmouth, continental ferries). Bear left here onto the M275.

From Southampton and the west: Follow the M27 past Fareham and at junction 12 follow signs for M275 Portsmouth, continental ferries.

Rail• London Waterloo (1 hr 30 mins)• Bristol (2 hrs 25 mins)• Gatwick Airport (1 hr 25 mins)• South Wales (3 hrs 15 mins)

Coach servicesRegular daily coach services to/from:• London for countrywide

connections• Bristol for west country/South

Wales• Birmingham• Heathrow

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Airport (30 mins via M275/M27) for regular flights to destinations within the UK and Europe

• Heathrow Airport (1 hr 30 mins via A3(M)/M25) for all international connections

• Gatwick Airport (1 hr 30 mins by road) for international connections

SeaDaily sailings to/from France:• Cherbourg• Le Havre• Caen/Ouistreham• St Malo

Frequent daily services to/from the Isle of Wight: • Catamaran (20 mins) • Hovercraft (10 mins) • Car/passenger ferry (40 mins)

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6–8 Hampshire Terrace 25Anglesea Building 6Buckingham Building 3Burnaby Building 4Burnaby Terrace 9Dennis Sciama Building 8Dental Academy 27Eldon Building 31Halpern House 23James Watson West 13King Henry Building 11Lion Gate Building 1Mercantile House 18Milldam 7Nuffield Centre 16Park Building 10Portland Building 2Purple Door 14Ravelin House 30Richmond Building 5Rotunda 29Spinnaker Building 17Spinnaker Sports Centre 22St Andrew's Court 15St George's Building 28St Michael's Building 12St Paul's Sports Centre 21Union Building 24

University House 19University Library 26White Swan Building 32Wiltshire Building 20

University halls of residence

Bateson Hall 34Burrell House 39Harry Law Hall 35James Watson Hall 36Margaret Rule Hall 33Rees Hall 38Trafalgar Hall 37

City buildings

Central Library FCivic Offices DCity Museum ICourts GGuildhall ENew Theatre Royal JPolice station HPortsmouth and Southsea station CPost Office BSt John’s Catholic Cathedral A

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Portsmouth enjoys a prime position on England’s south coast, served by first-class air, road and sea connections to the rest of Britain and Europe.

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Portsmouth:the city

Located on the south coast of England, Portsmouth is a cosmopolitan city enjoying some of the best weather in the UK. It is a lively and engaging place to live, where the historic sits comfortably alongside the modern. The city is compact, enabling you to get around quickly and effortlessly. And with most University buildings located in the heart of the city, everything you need is within easy reach including shopping, entertainment and the seafront.

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Ideal location Just a short walk from the city centre and the main University campus, you can enjoy a breath of fresh air and fantastic sea views on Southsea seafront. Four miles of beach are backed by the green spaces of Southsea Common, great for meeting friends and having picnics in the summer. The Common also hosts a range of activities throughout the year including a kite festival, charity running events and live music.

Portsmouth is conveniently located close to the A3, M27 and M3 and has good road and rail links to other major cities. Just 90 minutes by direct train from the centre of London, Portsmouth is also within easy reach of Heathrow, Gatwick and Southampton airports, from where you can fly to other parts of the UK as well as Europe and long haul destinations. As a busy ferry port, it is a gateway to the continent with regular sailings to France and Spain.

History and culture As home to the Royal Navy, Portsmouth is a city proud of its maritime heritage. The Historic Dockyard houses HMS Victory, HMS Warrior 1860, the Mary Rose Museum and the Royal Naval Museum. You can also visit Southsea Castle, where Henry VIII watched the Mary Rose sink in 1545. Charles Dickens, Rudyard Kipling, Isambard Kingdom Brunel and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle have all lived in and left their mark on the city – you can discover their stories in the city’s museums and art galleries.

The city is also home to two theatres, the Kings Theatre and the New Theatre Royal, offering a variety of shows from pantomimes and contemporary plays, to musicals and comedies.

Shopping and entertainment Portsmouth has many shopping areas to suit every budget. Gunwharf Quays, the impressive harbour-side complex of designer outlet stores, is centrally located and its 170-metre tall Spinnaker Tower offers amazing

panoramic views of the city and beyond. You can watch all the latest films at the multiplex cinema at Gunwharf Quays.

Southsea boasts a mix of high street and independent stores, and Albert Road has a collection of quirky shops, retro clothes, antiques and craft shops. The Wedgewood Rooms in Southsea holds fortnightly comedy nights, as well as regular live gigs and club nights. Portsmouth Guildhall also regularly hosts concerts and live shows, and there are pubs across the city where you can listen to live music.

Eating out The city has a fantastic variety of restaurants and cafés with different cuisines to suit everyone’s taste. You can sit and take in the harbour views in one of the 20 Gunwharf Quays bars and restaurants. Southsea has a range of contemporary cafés, individual bars and international cuisine to choose from. You will also find cafés and pubs along the cobbled streets of historic Old Portsmouth.

Four miles of beach are backed by the green spaces of Southsea Common

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Accommodation Accommodation

We help our postgraduate students find somewhere to live, either in the private sector or in halls of residence. Accommodation in halls can be in flats with shared kitchens, rooms arranged corridor style or studios, and can be either catered or self-catered. Halls give certainty over what you will spend on your housing. Living in the private sector, mainly in rented housing with other students, can be cheaper than halls.

Our accommodation team are here to help you make your right choice of home. We run a series of housing events and drop-in sessions, offer online resources and a student matching service if you are looking for like-minded housemates to share a private sector house with. All students will be sent a full programme of events from the end of June onwards. Our help doesn’t stop there. We provide ongoing advice and support to all our students to make sure that they are settled in Portsmouth.

Halls of residence

Our halls are either within walking distance of the main University campus or with access to our free bus service from our harbourside Langstone campus into the heart of the University quarter. We can offer both catered and self-catered halls, most with en suite shower and toilet facilities.

All new international (non-EU) students are guaranteed a room in halls for their first year at the University, provided they have completed their booking form and paid a pre-payment of approximately £250-£300 by 1 August 2016 (to be confirmed).

For full-time UK and EU students, places in University accommodation are normally allocated in line with faculty quotas based on order of receipt of the accommodation applications in Student Housing. You will be able to apply once you hold a conditional or unconditional firm offer from the University.

BeddingUpon arrival, all international (non-EU) students staying in halls of residence will be provided with a free bedding pack. These packs contain a single duvet and cover, one pillow and pillowcase, and one fitted sheet. For advice on purchasing other essentials for your room, and for students not eligible for a bedding pack, visit www.port.ac.uk/international/shopping.

New hall for 2016There is a new hall at Greetham Street with 836 bedrooms currently under development, due to open in time for September 2016.

Portsmouth is a fantastic place to live and study; the city is student-friendly and there is a huge range of student accommodation to choose from. Finding the right place to live is very important and we will support and assist you every step of the way.

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Private rented accommodation

There is a wide range of private accommodation to choose from. The seafront locations of Southsea and Eastney are popular due to their proximity to the campus, and Fratton and North End are also very central with good bus routes. Much of the student accommodation in these areas is within walking distance of the campus.

Student Housing publishes information on shared houses, flats and lodgings registered for advertising with the University through www.portsmouthstudentpad.co.uk

Private houses and flatsTypically between three and five students will share a house or flat and the accommodation team can supply information about vacancies in properties registered to advertise with us. You should expect to pay between £80 and £90 a week, plus a share of household bills, approximately £20 per person per week for this type of accommodation.

LodgingsThese are individual rooms offered in private houses where the owner lives on the premises. They may be family households, single professionals or even properties owned by other students. We check all registered rooms to ensure they meet our criteria. Half-board (generally two meals each day are provided) or room-only (cook for yourself) accommodation is available and may suit those on a tight budget as rent is usually inclusive of bills and is normally paid weekly or monthly. You should expect to pay around £80–£90 a week for room-only or £90–£100 for half-board.

Students with dependantsWe strongly advise any student with dependants to visit Portsmouth to secure accommodation prior to moving to the area. Please contact the Student Housing Office to check the availability of University accommodation at Langstone Student Village that may be suitable for families, and for advice on letting agencies in Portsmouth which may be able to offer suitable accommodation.

Any questions?The Student Housing team is here to help before you join us and throughout your time at University. You are welcome to contact us or drop in with any queries.

T: 023 9284 3214E: student.housing@port.ac.ukW: www.port.ac.uk/accommodation

For more information see www.port.ac.uk/accommodation.

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Halls of residence

Things to note • We have rooms available for

students with disabilities.• We can offer designated

areas that are female-only or specifically for mature students.

• Rooms are single study bedrooms for sole occupancy – some rooms may be offered on a twin basis with an appropriate fee adjustment.

• All en suite rooms have private shower and toilet facilities.

• You will need to secure your halls place by paying a prepayment deposit of approximately £250 to £300.

• Fees are paid in advance, either yearly, in three instalments or monthly by direct debit or recurring card payments.

Fees include • Free broadband and WiFi

connection available 24 hours a day.

• Access to multiple Freewire channels using Freewire TV through your PC or laptop, with the option of subscribing to more for a small fee (TV licence required).

• A dedicated Student Support team.

• Basic insurance cover. • Utility services – gas, electric

and water.

Rooms are let for the full academic year, from late September to the end of June. Rents vary according to whether you are staying in a hall with shared facilities, to a studio flat with en suite facilities, and whether you opt for catered or self-catered. Currently, our rents range from £88–£140 a week (£3,344–£5,320 for the academic year).

Self-catered (en suite rooms)

Margaret Rule Hall, Guildhall Halls• 342 en suite rooms arranged

in self-contained flats accommodating three to eight students, with shared kitchen and dining facilities.

• £4,712* per academic year (£124 per week)

Harry Law Hall, Guildhall Halls• 289 en suite rooms arranged

corridor style, with shared kitchen and dining facilities for up to six students.

• £4,598* per academic year (£121 per week)

Self-catered (shared bathrooms)

Bateson Hall, Guildhall Halls• 281 rooms in self-contained

single-sex flats accommodating five students, with shared bathroom, kitchen and dining facilities.

• Standard room: £3,382* per academic year (£89 per week)

• Large room: £3,800* per academic year (£100 per week)

Trust Hall, Langstone Student Village• 62 rooms arranged in self-

contained flats accommodating eight students, with two bathrooms and shared kitchen and dining facilities per flat. There are some additional self-contained flats for four to six students with shared bathroom facilities close to the hall but allocated as part of Trust Hall.

• £3,344* per academic year (£88 per week)

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James Watson Hall, Guildhall Halls• 688 en suite rooms arranged in

self-contained flats for four or six students, with shared kitchen and dining facilities.

• £4,712* per academic year (£124 per week)

Langstone Flats, Langstone Student Village• 192 en suite rooms arranged

in self-contained flats accommodating eight students, with shared kitchen and dining facilities.

• £4,104* per academic year (£108 per week)

Trafalgar Hall, Guildhall Halls• 288 en suite rooms arranged in self-

contained flats accommodating six students, with shared kitchen and dining facilities, plus 40 self-contained studio flats, which are usually prioritised for postgraduate students.

• £4,712* per academic year (£124 per week)

• Studio flats: £5,320* per academic year (£140 per week)

Catered (shared bathrooms)

Burrell House, Rees/Burrell• Catered (two meals provided

each day); all meals taken in Rees Hall.

• 131 rooms arranged corridor style, with shared bathrooms.

• £4,218* per academic year (£111 per week)

Catered(en suite rooms)

Rees Hall, Rees/Burrell• Catered (two meals provided

each day). • 267 en suite rooms arranged

corridor style; TV lounge.• £5,206* per academic year

(£137 per week)

Part-catered (en suite rooms)

QEQM Hall, Langstone Student Village• 330 en suite rooms mainly in

mixed-sex blocks or floors.• £4,066* per academic year

(£107 per week for basic package including eight meals per week)

*Halls fees were under review at the time of going to print (June 2015). For the latest fee information for all our halls, please visit: www.port.ac.uk/accommodation.

Halls of residence

Make the most of our fantastic facilities when you study on campus. Our newly refurbished library and up-to-date computing areas provide the perfect environments for you to get on with your work independently or with others.

Spaces for learning

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We ensure that our facilities create the ideal

atmosphere for you to study, whether you

like to work quietly or with others.

Spaces for learning

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The University LibraryThe Library offers a spacious, comfortable and well-equipped environment to ensure you get the most out of your studies. We are open up to 24 hours a day at key periods. It is a great place to meet friends, study together and have a coffee.

Our services include:• 380,000 printed books and DVDs• over 547,000 ebooks, approximately 27,000

ejournals• a Discovery Service and catalogue that offer

fast and easy access to everything in print or online that allows you to reserve and renew books from anywhere on the internet

• a dedicated map library with a specialist map librarian

• large-scale scanning and high resolution colour printing up to A0

• a wireless network across the whole building and laptops for loan

• books with various loan periods that ensure you can get a copy of everything you need

• ebook versions of key texts • friendly library and IT staff, with subject specialists

to help you find what you need and a 24-hour telephone helpline all year round

• a service that obtains journals, articles and books from other libraries

Our refurbished ground floor space has been completely remodelled with a café at its heart. This stylish open area provides an interactive learning environment including a presentation zone, meeting pods, seating booths and soft seating areas. For those who enjoy a peaceful place to study, the top floor is dedicated to silent study.

Computing facilitiesThe University has plenty of open access areas all around the campus, with the latest computer equipment and excellent IT support. When you study here you will find:• WiFi in all halls of residence and around the campus• computer suites with specialised software and

equipment• open access areas, printing facilities and group

working areas• laptops available on short-term loan• student IT Help Centre for free support during

term-time• your own Google account with unlimited cloud

storage

Distance-learning support

Our distance-learning students receive plenty of support, including access to course materials through our virtual learning environment, thousands of ebooks and journals from our library, and excellent IT help.

Investing in our campus

The University has an impressive mix of old and new buildings and we have ongoing projects to further enhance our campus.

• We have opened a £14 million extension to our Eldon Building, the home of our Faculty of Creative and Cultural Industries, including new exhibition space, workshops and a large lecture theatre.

• Our students will also benefit from the completion of an extension to the city’s historic New Theatre Royal. The White Swan Building will house a new studio theatre, as well as a TV studio and gallery, several music practice rooms and more teaching and drama studio space.

• Plans are underway for an £11 million Future Technology Centre, an exciting new space for our engineering, technology and science students to collaborate on industry-based projects.

Postgraduate SuiteWe also have a dedicated Postgraduate Suite, which offers individual silent study areas and social learning spaces exclusively for postgraduate students. There are three small silent study rooms and a larger social learning room. The Suite is open from 8am until 11.30pm during term-time, and 24/7 from mid-January until the exams end each academic year.

Postgraduate students also have more extensive interlibrary loan facilities than undergraduate students. Taught students are able to borrow 15 items at one time and research students can borrow an unlimited number of items.

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Supportand facilities

We are dedicated to making sure you get the most out of your Universityexperience and we offer a range of services to support and guide you in avariety of ways.

Academic Skills Unit (ASK) ASK is here to help all students improve their academic skills such as:• academic writing• grammar and punctuation• time, task and project management• using academic sources• understanding plagiarism• revision and exam techniques• presentation skills

For more information, visit www.port.ac.uk/ask.

Student Housing This team is responsible for helping students find suitable accommodation either in halls of residence, private rented housing or lodgings. Staff are available to help you before you register and throughout your time at University. For more information, visit www.port.ac.uk/accommodation.

Student FinanceThe Centre provides you with information and guidance on everything from paying your fees to obtaining financial support. For more information, visit www.port.ac.uk/money.

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The Additional Support and Disability Advice Centre (ASDAC) ASDAC is there to support you if you have a specific learning difficulty, chronic illness, or social, physical or sensory impairment that may have an impact on your ability to study. Staff can help with any special arrangements, adjustments and/or support that might be necessary to help you derive the maximum benefit from your study. To find out more, visit www.port.ac.uk/asdac.

Chaplaincy (religious support)Chaplaincy offers support to all students, regardless of faith or world view. You can visit them if you would like to talk to someone in confidence. There are spaces for quiet reflection, thought and prayer, and there are also dedicated Islamic prayer facilities. To find out more, visit www.port.ac.uk/chaplaincy.

Student Wellbeing Service If you have something on your mind, the Student Wellbeing Service is friendly and helpful, offering courses and workshops, self-help resources, face-to-face counselling, email counselling and mental health support. To find out more, visit www.port.ac.uk/studentwellbeing.

Health and medical care We encourage all students to register with a doctor and a dentist as soon as you arrive. A full doctors practice is situated next to the Nuffield Centre in the middle of campus. You can, of course, decide to join another practice and we have a comprehensive list of local surgeries and dentists, available in the Nuffield Centre. To find out more, visit www.port.ac.uk/health.

Nursery We recognise the importance of childcare and offer a pre-school nursery that prides itself on giving high-quality day care at a competitive price. Children have the opportunity to learn through play using the HighScope approach in a safe, happy and stimulating environment. The nursery is registered to accept children aged between six months and five years. Places are limited. For more details, visit www.port.ac.uk/nursery.

Students’ UnionThe University of Portsmouth Students’ Union promotes and extends the rights of students and provides support, representation, facilities, services, entertainment and activities to you while you study at the University. The Union Building provides a central point for all students. Downstairs is the perfect place for meeting friends, grabbing a bite to eat or relaxing. Upstairs is Third Space, an area that you can use to socialise, study or combine the two. There are also more than 100 sports clubs and special-interest societies that you can join. For more information, visit www.upsu.net.

Sports facilitiesThe University has excellent sports facilities including a 100+ station gym, 30 different fitness classes per week, 2 indoor sports halls, squash courts and a range of outdoor courts and pitches. For more information, visit www.port.ac.uk/sport.

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International and EU students

We are a cosmopolitan community with almost 4,000 international and EU students from over 130 different countries. Wherever you are from, we look forward to welcoming you to Portsmouth and will take great care to help you settle in to your new way of life within the University and the local community.

Our support begins before you arrive in Portsmouth. We travel extensively overseas and would be delighted to meet you and answer your questions. Our forthcoming travel schedule is listed on our website at www.port.ac.uk/international/inyourregion.

Orientation Programme Orientation will help you to settle in and make new friends before you start your course. Our programme is free and will enable you to:• register on your course• settle in to your accommodation before term starts• obtain all the information you need about the

University and city• learn what support services are available to you• join in social events such as walking and coach

tours, sporting events and more

Airport pick-up serviceWe offer a coach pick-up service for a fee on specific dates from London Heathrow airport. We collect you and bring you straight to the campus. More information on this service will be emailed to you with your final documents before you arrive.

International Student Advisers We provide extensive support to make your time here as stress-free and enjoyable as possible, enabling you to focus on your studies. Our support includes:• student visa advice and extension• help with opening a UK bank account• confidential advice• social events and excursions• referral point for other support services within the

University

Join our online community You can also join the International Office community on Facebook at www.facebook.com/uopinternational or follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/uopintoffice.

If you would like to meet current students before you arrive in Portsmouth and find out what it is like to study in Portsmouth, why not join our Mix and Match Facebook group? We have over 2,700 members from around the world and, who knows, you could make a friend for life. You can find out more at www.port.ac.uk/mixandmatch.

Exchange students We have well-established links with overseas partner universities, including Erasmus+ agreements. If you are studying at an institution that has a formal exchange agreement with the University of Portsmouth and you wish to apply for an exchange programme, you should contact the Exchanges Coordinator at your university to request permission to apply. For more information, please visit www.port.ac.uk/studyabroad.

Changing Lives. Opening minds

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University pre-sessional courses

Length Entry requirement Start dates

Programme 1 9 weeks plus in-sessional English classes during the course

1.0 IELTS band lower than your offer

11/07/2016

Programme 2 6 weeks plus in-sessional English classes during the course

0.5 IELTS band lower than your offer

01/08/2016

Programme 3 4 weeks Refresher only 15/08/2016

Further information can be found at www.port.ac.uk/presessionalenglishcourses.

LSI English pathway programmes

Length Entry requirement Start dates

Programme 1 25 weeks* 2.0 IELTS bands lower than your offer (minimum 4.0) 21/03/2016

Programme 2 18 weeks* 1.5 IELTS bands lower than your offer (minimum 4.0) 09/05/2016

Programme 3 12 weeks 1.0 IELTS band lower than your offer (minimum 4.5) 20/06/2016

Programme 4 8 weeks 0.5 IELTS band lower than your offer (minimum 5.0) 18/07/2016

Programme 5 4 weeks Refresher only 15/08/2016

* A separate Certificate of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) is provided for the 25 and 18-week programmes.

For students completing the pathway programmes at LSI, attendance at in-sessional English courses during the degree course is optional, although highly recommended. LSI also offer IELTS preparation courses for those students needing to achieve a higher IELTS band to join a pre-sessional course.

Further information on their English pathway courses can be found at www.lsi-portsmouth.co.uk.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent changes in immigration rules, all students applying for a pre-sessional programme must provide a Secure English Language Test (SELT) that meets the official minimum requirement.

Pre-sessional English language coursesOur School of Languages and Area Studies (SLAS) offers three pre-sessional courses designed to help you improve your level of academic English so that you can study effectively from the moment you join your degree. We also have a long-standing agreement with Language Specialists International (LSI) Portsmouth, an associated language school.

Both University and LSI courses enjoy exemption from further IELTS testing. Successful completion of the pre-sessional English language course offers guaranteed direct progression on to our degree courses.

These courses are available to you if you:• hold a conditional offer for one of our degree

courses, but have not yet met the English language requirement for entry

• have met the academic conditions as well as the English language requirements for entry to one of our degree courses, but you want to do a refresher course in English

We also offer pre-sessional English courses in China through our partners at Central China Normal University and Shanghai Maritime University. For more information please contact: china.office@port.ac.uk.

Language support during your studiesIf you require help with English language and UK academic writing style at any time during your studies, we offer free English for Academic Purposes classes. For more information, visit www.port.ac.uk/students/english-for-academic-purposes.

English language support

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Fees and funding

Fees and costs

Tuition feesFull-time course fees for all postgraduate students vary considerably according to the nature of the course. The course pages in this guide display the fees relevant to international students for 2016/17 entry, correct at time of publication. Please remember to deduct applicable discounts before making payment.

The fees for UK and EU students are set later in the year after this publication goes to press - we have included 2015 fees in this publication as a guide, but they are subject to inflation. This information can be found in the key facts section on each course page within this guide. For the latest fees and funding information, please visit www.port.ac.uk/tuitionfees.

Additional costsYou will also need to consider other expenses such as living costs, accommodation fees and study materials. We estimate that your cost of living for a full calendar year is around £8,400–£9,800. This should cover accommodation, food, toiletries, heating, books, clothing, modest travel and leisure activities, but does depend on your personal lifestyle.

Paying your feesThe University offers the flexibility of paying your fees in five monthly instalments by direct debit in November, December, January, February and March. Similar arrangements are in place for January intake students.

Discounts, bursaries and scholarships

Alumni ScholarshipThe Alumni Scholarship offers a 20 per cent reduction

of course fees and is available for all self-funded students who have:

• previously gained a qualification at undergraduate level at the University of Portsmouth or

• been registered on a University of Portsmouth course at a partner institution and gained a University of Portsmouth undergraduate qualification.

To qualify for a scholarship, both you and the course you wish to study must be eligible. To check eligibility, please visit www.port.ac.uk/alumnischolarship.

Full payment discountIf you opt to pay your tuition fees direct to the University, and pay in full during registration, a two per cent discount applies

Deposits All international (non-EU) students will need to pay a deposit towards their tuition fees before they can receive their Certificate of Acceptance for Studies (CAS). University of Portsmouth alumni (who have had no break in their studies), government-sponsored applicants and students from partner institutions will not be required to pay a deposit.

Postgraduate Loan 2016 Following the Autumn Statement 2014, the following information has been released:• Loans will be available for taught postgraduate Master’s programmes at English universities for UK and EU

students. This excludes research Master’s programmes and PhDs.• Courses in all disciplines and subject areas will be covered.• Students aged 30 or under will be eligible for loans.• Student loans for Master’s degrees will be available up to a maximum value of £10,000.• Postgraduate loans will be repaid on an income-contingent basis, concurrently with undergraduate loans.

Please note that the loans will be undergoing further consultation, which could alter several details of the proposed scheme. Please visit www.port.ac.uk/pgfeesandfunding for updated information.

Teacher training bursaryIf you are an eligible full-time UK or EU PGCE (excluding PGCE Post Compulsory Education and Training) trainee, you may be entitled to a tax-free statutory bursary. You apply via your department on acceptance of your place on the course.

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Sports Scholarship Scheme

The University also runs a Sports Scholarship Scheme for elite athletes. For more details, visit www.port.ac.uk/sportsscholarshipscheme.

Funding options

Funding options for students who do not meet the criteria for the Postgraduate Loan are varied and can be acquired in several ways: • Professional and Career Development Loans

– bank loans of between £300 and £10,000 to help pay for work-related learning for UK and EU students. For more information, visit www.gov.uk/career-development-loans. Our learning provider registration number is 8367.

• Graduate studies loans – graduate or professional studies loans from some banks.

• Erasmus+ Master’s Degree Loans – Erasmus+ offers a new loan to European students choosing to pursue postgraduate studies. The loan is a contribution towards your tuition fees and living costs. You must follow the Master’s programme in a different country to your country of residence and in a different country to where you took your Bachelor’s degree. Visit www.erasmusplus.org.uk.

• Sponsorship – some employers may consider part or full sponsorship. This may be in the form of day release for part-time study or financial support to those studying a relevant area. Overseas government departments and embassies could also sponsor students.

• Trusts and charities – funding (usually only partial due to high demand) to some UK students who meet certain criteria. For more information, please contact our Student Finance Centre.

• Research councils – most ask that you apply through your department. For a list of the seven councils that offer funding and links to their websites, visit www.port.ac.uk/pgfeesandfunding.

Santander scholarshipsA small number of international scholarships are available through the Santander Universities programme, the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission and the Chevening Scholarships. For further details and for other scholarships available to international students, please visit www.port.ac.uk/international/scholarships.

GOAL AwardThe Global Outreach: Access to Learning (GOAL) Award entitles some international students to a ten per cent discount on their tuition fees.

The award is available to all self-funding full-time postgraduate taught and research students with fees of £12,000 and above who are coming from countries of low and middle income as defined by the United Nations Human Development Index. For a full list of countries, see www.port.ac.uk/bursariesforinternationalstudents.

The PassPort Bursary The PassPort Bursary gives self-funded international students a ten per cent fee reduction for the first year of study only. It applies to all degree courses with fees of £12,000 and above. Students from the following countries are eligible for the PassPort Bursary for 2016 entry:• Brazil • Russia• Colombia • Sri Lanka• Dominican Republic • Thailand• Ecuador • Turkey• Malaysia • Ukraine• Mexico • Venezuela

You do not need to apply for the awards – eligible applicants will be awarded automatically.The discounted fee will be stated on your Confirmation of Acceptance for Study (CAS). Please remember to deduct your discounts

before making payment. You can use our fee calculator as a guide: www.port.ac.uk/tuitionfees.

Students progressing from ICP are not eligible to receive the GOAL Award or PassPort Bursary.

Find out more:T: +44 (0)23 9284 3014 E: student.finance@port.ac.uk

If you intend to study a part-time teacher training course, please contact our Student Finance Centre for information, as funding for part-time courses differs substantially.

For further information on PGCE funding including a list of what bursary amounts each subject attracts, visit www.education.gov.uk/get-into-teaching. UK/EU students can apply for a tuition fee loan.

UK students may also be entitled to apply for other support. Contact us for more details.

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How to apply Admissions policy

The University of Portsmouth welcomes applications from everyone able to benefit from higher education, whether or not you possess the formal entry requirements indicated for individual courses. Your application is assessed individually and in accordance

with our Admissions Code of Practice. The University is committed to fair admissions and to recognising cultural and social diversity, and the importance of academic and other achievements in preparing students to study.

* Please note: some courses require higher or more specific entry requirements. Part-time courses are generally not available to international (non-EU) students due to UKVI regulations. Some courses may require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and/or occupational health screening. Please check with the department if an approved alternative is accepted.

** For students whose first language is not English, a full list of acceptable English language qualifications is available at www.port.ac.uk/international/englishlanguage.

Entry requirements* English proficiency**

Postgraduate taught

• A good first degree from an internationally recognised university (depending upon chosen course, minimum second class or equivalent).

Depending upon course chosen: • IELTS band

6.0–7.0

Postgraduate research

• A good first degree from an internationally recognised university (depending upon chosen course, minimum second class or equivalent).

• Applicants should be able to demonstrate that the subjects studied for their first degree provide a sufficient basis for postgraduate research in their chosen topic.

• In exceptional circumstances, a recognised professional qualification.

Depending on area of research chosen: • IELTS band

6.0–7.0

Admissions criteria

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Applying onlineYou can apply online for postgraduate taught courses and research degrees. To complete an application form online you are required to create an account. This allows you the flexibility to save the form, log out and return to it at any time convenient to you.

The online application form and comprehensive guidance notes for all postgraduate pathways is available at www.port.ac.uk/pgapply.

Applying by postIf you prefer, you can submit a written application form for both postgraduate taught courses and research degrees. To do so, either request a preprinted postgraduate application form by calling +44 (0)23 9284 3288 or download the form at www.port.ac.uk/pgapply.

Please complete and return this form to:Admissions, Academic RegistryUniversity of Portsmouth, University HouseWinston Churchill AvenuePortsmouth, PO1 2UPUnited Kingdom

Applying via an overseas or UK representativeInternational and EU students applying via an agent, education representative or through one of our partner institutions should apply online at www.port.ac.uk/apply-online/ and select ‘Apply through a representative’.

DisclaimerTOEFL ceased to be recognised as a Secure English Language Test by the Home Office, so can no longer be accepted as proof of English language proficiency for international students by the University of Portsmouth. TOEFL will still be accepted from EU nationals, and students that do not require a Tier 4 visa. Details of the TOEFL requirement and the number to quote when indicating your institution choice can be found at www.port.ac.uk/englishlanguagerequirements.

Visa regulations change regularly. Please check the latest guidelines to make sure you meet the criteria.

Application deadlines (UK and EU students only) There are no formal application deadlines for postgraduate study at the University of Portsmouth. However, we do advise you to make your application as soon as possible to ensure that, should you be successful, all administration can be completed ready for your arrival.

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Application guidance dates for international students

We advise applicants to apply before the following deadlines:

Postgraduate taughtFor September 2016 entry: 1 June 2016For January 2017 entry: 1 November 2016

Postgraduate researchFor September 2016 entry: 1 June 2016

University pre-sessional English courses29 April 2016 (9 weeks)29 April 2016 (6 weeks)3 June 2016 (4 weeks)

LSI English pathway courses6 June 2016 (12 weeks)4 July 2016 (8 weeks)2 August 2016 (4 weeks)

Applications received after these dates may be considered, but we advise you to apply early in order to have sufficient time to apply for a Tier 4 (student) visa.

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For further information visitwww.port.ac.uk/pgapply.

UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) – Regulations on Tier 4 student visas

Academic programmesThere are two regulations that may affect applicants to the University of Portsmouth if you have previously studied in the United Kingdom. These are:• Academic progression – students must be seen

to be progressing from course to course (for example from A Level to undergraduate degree, undergraduate to postgraduate taught degree etc).

• Five-year restriction on student visas – most students will be restricted to a maximum five-year stay as a student (only a few exceptions apply).

Please consult the UKVI’s Student Guidance notes at www.gov.uk/tier-4-general-visa.

If you are considering applying to the University of Portsmouth, it is very important to disclose in your application form as much information as possible about any previous study in the UK. However, we will contact you if you are successful in your application to request further information to ensure compliance with UKVI regulations.

Pre-sessional English language coursesIf you wish to apply for a pre-sessional English language course you will need to provide a Secure English Language Test (SELT) from an approved test centre; for example an IELTS test, which meets the UKVI’s minimum requirements before we can consider your application. For further information on whether the language test you have taken is approved by UKVI, you can email pbiteam@port.ac.uk.

Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS)The health surcharge will be paid by non-EEA nationals who apply to come to the UK to study for a period of more than six months. It will also be paid by non-EEA nationals who are already in the UK and apply to extend their stay. The charge will be £150 per student and per dependent (should there be any) per year of study, payable at the time of visa application. If the surcharge is required, but not paid, the application will be refused or treated as invalid and rejected. Guidance is available on www.gov.uk/visas-immigration.

Overseas representatives and partnersThe University of Portsmouth has a network of over 400 overseas representatives worldwide who can provide information on studying at the University. As well as advice and guidance on your application, many of our representatives offer a visa counselling service to assist students with UK entry clearance preparation. Contact details for our current representatives are detailed at www.port.ac.uk/international/inyourregion.

For further information visit www.port.ac.uk/pgapply.

The University of Portsmouth is a Tier 4 Sponsor on the UKVI’s Register of Sponsors Licensed under the Points Based System. Our Sponsor Licence Number (SLN) on this register is 926WMQQ73.

DisclaimerVisa regulations change frequently. Please check the latest guidelines to make sure you meet the criteria.

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Visit us

We hold a number of events each year to give you the opportunity to visit the University and meet with subject tutors.

At University Postgraduate Information Days you can visit the campus and meet subject specialists and admissions teams who will provide information and guidance on the range of Master’s courses and research programmes available. We also offer a series of general presentations covering all aspects of postgraduate study including how to apply, fees and funding and employability.

Many of our faculties and departments also hold subject-specific events, offering you the chance to meet with Faculty and academic staff, alongside current students and alumni.

For more information and to book your place, visit www.port.ac.uk/pgvisitus.

Meet us in your countryStaff from the University of Portsmouth regularly attend overseas events to give presentations and interview potential students. To view the full schedule of events we attend, please visit www.port.ac.uk/international/inyourregion.

Meet us onlineIf you can’t make it to Portsmouth visit www.port.ac.uk/why-portsmouth where you can watch videos, view images and find out more about what it’s like to study and live here.

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Contact us

General enquiriesUniversity of Portsmouth, St Andrew’s CourtSt Michael’s Road, Portsmouth PO1 2PRT: +44 (0)23 9284 4444E: info.centre@port.ac.uk

Admissions and tuition fee enquiriesUK and EU studentsT: +44 (0)23 9284 5566E: admissions@port.ac.ukE: tuition.fees@port.ac.uk

International studentsT: +44 (0)23 9284 3414E: international.admissions@port.ac.ukE: tuition.fees@port.ac.uk

International OfficeUniversity of Portsmouth, Nuffield Centre, St Michael’s Road, Portsmouth, PO1 2ED, UKT: +44 (0)23 9284 3488E: international.office@port.ac.uk

South East Asia Regional OfficeUniversity of Portsmouth South East Asia Regional Office, Suite 13A-05, Tower B, Northpoint Offices, Mid Valley City, No. 1 Medan Syed Putra Utara, 59200 Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaT: +60 3 2287 6607E: searo@port.ac.uk

China OfficeShanghai University of Portsmouth China Office, 1006 Lansheng Plaza, 8 Huaihai Zhong Road,Shanghai 200021, ChinaT: +86 (0)21 6319 1155E: china.office@port.ac.uk

BeijingUniversity of Portsmouth China Office, Room 602, Landmark Tower 1, 8 North Dongsanhuan Road,Chaoyang District, Beijing 100004, ChinaT: +86 (0)10 6590 6950E: china.office@port.ac.uk

Student advice services enquiriesUniversity of Portsmouth, Nuffield CentreSt Michael’s Road, Portsmouth PO1 2EDT: +44 (0)23 9284 3157 (general enquiries)

Student Finance CentreT: +44 (0)23 9284 3014E: student.finance@port.ac.uk

Additional Support and Disability Advice CentreT: +44 (0)23 9284 3462E: asdac@port.ac.uk

Student HousingT: +44 (0)23 9284 3214E: international.housing@port.ac.uk (for non-EU

students) eu.housing@port.ac.uk (for EU students)

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The Institute of Criminal Justice Studies (ICJS) is one of the UK’s largest centres for study and research in the field of criminology and criminal justice, with extensive experience and close professional relationships with the police service, forensic sciences and criminal justice agencies.

Our flexible courses enable you to study on campus or via distance learning at your own pace, accommodating demands in your workload and personal life. They also offer an opportunity for recognition of any appropriate work-based training and experience. You will be able to embed progressive reform in practice, effective management and consultation, as well as respect for human rights within your own organisation.

The Institute’s extensive research activities help shape local, regional and national policy on crime prevention, community policing, offender profiling and many other aspects of the UK’s social and criminal justice systems.

We are also home to the Centre for Counter Fraud Studies, the Centre of Forensic Interviewing and the Centre for the Study of Missing Persons. Our diverse academic team can provide supervision on a wide range of dissertations, and ensures our programmes are distinctive, challenging and meet the needs of current practitioners and those considering a career in criminal justice.

Facilities and resourcesOur students use a virtual learning environment and administration centre to connect with modern learning resources, course information, tutors, administrators and

their fellow students. Staff and students also meet at our annual study school, for tutorials and lectures by staff, visiting academics and key figures in criminal justice.

Programme summary• MSc Counter Fraud and Counter Corruption Studies • MSc Crime Science, Investigation and Intelligence • MSc Criminology and Criminal Justice • MSc Criminology and Criminal Psychology• MSc International Criminal Justice • MSc Policing, Policy and Leadership • MSc Security Management • Professional Doctorate in Criminal Justice (DCrimJ) • Professional Doctorate in Security Risk Management

(DSyRM)• MRes Humanities and Social Sciences – see page 73

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The Institute of Criminal Justice Studies (ICJS) was founded in 1992 and draws together expertise across the range of criminal justice fields.

You will be supervised by experts who are strongly committed to the Institute’s educational and research mission. We work to enhance and develop knowledge and understanding in the broad field of criminal justice and criminological studies. We are passionate about the development of human rights, equal opportunities, integrity and fair treatment in criminal justice and related areas.

In both our research and teaching we strive to advance the interests of communities who are disadvantaged and discriminated against within the criminal justice system, as well as promoting the development of professionalism within criminal justice and related agencies.

Our researchers’ work was entered in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014, making one of the largest crime and social justice submissions to the Social Work and Social Policy unit of assessment, with 56.8 per cent of outputs rated world leading or internationally excellent.

Internal links: We have close links with the Centre for European and International Studies Research (CEISR), the Department of Psychology’s International Centre for Research in Forensic Psychology, and Portsmouth Business School.

External links: The Institute has strong links with relevant external organisations, such as the Metropolitan Police Service, Hampshire Police, Surrey Police, the Counter Fraud Professional Accreditation Board, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, the Knowledge Exchange (in partnership with the University of Central Lancashire) and the NHS Security Management Professional Accreditation Board, as well as the private security sector.

Postgraduate research opportunities in criminal justice studies

Key facts

Academic staff: 55 Postgraduate research students: 41Professional Doctorate in Criminal Justice students: 99

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Resources You will have full access to our facilities, including a well-equipped computer laboratory with a wide range of statistical packages and qualitative data analysis software.

We are especially proud of our forensics facilities. Our researchers and students can analyse staged crime scenes and gain insight into the gathering of crime scene evidence. Our students re-enact the investigation of crimes including domestic violence and murder, as well as cyber crimes such as identity theft. CCTV cameras are installed to film students at work for later review with supervisors.

The Faculty’s full-time postgraduate research students are based in the Postgraduate Research Centre in Park Building. Here you will immerse yourself in a thriving and vibrant research environment, with computer and printing facilities.

You will also take part in our regular research seminars and have the opportunity to present your research in progress to peers and academic staff in our annual Postgraduate Study Conference, and receive feedback on it. In addition, the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences provides many teaching opportunities to support the development of our research students as future academics.

Research centres Centre for Counter Fraud Studies (CCFS)The Centre was founded in 2009 to accommodate the growing interest in counter fraud, providing a clear focus for research, knowledge transfer and educational provision to the counter fraud community. W: www.port.ac.uk/ccfs

Centre of Forensic Interviewing (CoFI)The Centre brings together research, teaching, knowledge services and training within the field of forensic interviewing and investigation.W: www.port.ac.uk/cofi

Centre for the Study of Missing Persons (CSMP)The Centre, founded to accommodate the growing interest in the field of missing persons, provides a clear focus for research, knowledge transfer and educational provision to academics, professionals in this community and relatives of missing people. W: www.port.ac.uk/csmp

Research areas Our research is organised under three interconnecting clusters, covering a wide range of issues:

• Policing, Crime and Forensic Investigation: as well as staff from ICJS, staff from the School of Law, Portsmouth Business School and Department of Psychology all come together to research issues including miscarriages of justice, police accountability, governance and police reform, policing hate crime and domestic violence, police intelligence, and police management and leadership

• Risk, Counter Fraud and Cyber Resilience: researchers and practitioners come together to share their expertise in societal and organisational risk, the delivery of security from both public and private sector perspectives, and the distinct challenge of fraud and its effective control.

• Social Justice and Penality: our research in this area focuses on young people and families in trouble and the youth justice system, as well as broader issues of crime prevention and social justice, including access to education, training and employment for vulnerable groups.

For more information on the research degrees we offer and to discuss research opportunities in more detail, please contact us.

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Course content Specifically designed to provide a challenging programme of study, this course covers the latest research and knowledge on the extent and nature of fraud and corruption in a diverse range of locations, and the strategies that are utilised to combat them, as well as their relative effectiveness.

You will study the following core units:• Countering Fraud and Corruption in the Public

and Private Sectors• Research Methods and Research Management • International Fraud and Corruption • Dissertation

You will also select one of the following optional units:• Cybercrime, Security and Risk Management • International and Transnational Offending• Investigation and Psychology • Policing and Police Reform (campus based only) • Substance Misuse, Crime and the Criminal Justice

System (campus based only) • Managing Justice and Security Organisations

(distance learning only)

Teaching and assessment Assessment includes essays, case studies, a literature review and research proposal focused on your chosen project, and finally a 15,000-word dissertation. Full academic support is provided by a subject expert and you will be provided with a supervisor once you have identified the subject area of your dissertation.

Career prospects You will further develop your professional expertise on counter fraud and corruption counter measures and strategies, or help support a career change or specialisation in this direction. Our students include those from the UK, Europe and the Middle East who are employed in the private and public sector. Our students have found this degree worthwhile as it has developed their skills and competencies, and enhanced their promotion prospects.

Mode and duration of study: 1 year full time, 2 or 3 years part-time distance learning.

Entry requirements: A second-class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Exceptionally, applicants with strong relevant criminal justice experience will be considered.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5. Campus-based applicants require a minimum score of 6.0 in all individual components. Distance-learning applicants require a minimum score of 6.0 in Reading and Writing components.

Fees: International fees: £12,000; UK/EU fees: £4,600; distance-learning fees: £4,100 (subject to annual increase).

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MSc Crime Science, Investigation and Intelligence

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Course content You will be encouraged to develop holistic approaches to investigations, which embrace the investigative strategies, tools and techniques that advances in the fields of science and technology provide. At the end of the course, you will be equipped with a range of skills to enhance your ability to critically evaluate and manage investigations.

You will study four units and complete a dissertation:• Research Methods and Research Management • Managing Investigations • Tools and Techniques of Crime Science • Managing Intelligence

Teaching and assessment Delivery will be via a range of lectures, seminars and interactive sessions. There are likely to be a number of field trips too. You will be taught by staff who have extensive backgrounds in policing and intelligence. Throughout the course there is an explicit emphasis on professional knowledge and practice, as well as peer learning and networking opportunities. You will benefit from the Institute’s extensive and strong links with Hampshire Constabulary, Surrey Police and the Metropolitan Police.

Career prospects Graduates will have been encouraged to develop their own links with the Institute’s connections to police forces in Hampshire, Surrey and London. The programme also covers a range of criminal justice issues while developing the skills to produce a portfolio of knowledge and abilities to enhance career development opportunities in a wider range of careers.

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Mode and duration of study: 1 year full time, 2 years part time (UK/EU students only) or 2 or 3 years part-time distance learning.

Entry requirements: A good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject or Master’s degree in an appropriate subject. Exceptionally, equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications will be considered.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0. Distance-learning applicants require English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5, with a minimum score of 6.0 in Reading and Writing components.

Fees: International fees: £12,000; UK/EU fees: £4,600, distance-learning fees: £4,100 (subject to annual increase).

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Course content Would you like to develop your understanding of criminological theories of offending and the extent of crime? This course will enable you to critically examine the role and function of the criminal justice and penal policy process, and the criminal justice policy-making context in England and Wales.

You will study the following core units:• Criminology Past and Present • Criminal Justice • Research Methods and Research Management • Dissertation

You will also select one of the following optional units: • Policing and Police Reform (campus based only) • Substance Misuse, Crime and the Criminal

Justice System (campus based only) • Risk, Dangerousness and Vulnerability: Managing

Public Protection (campus based only) • Investigation and Psychology (distance learning

only) • Managing Justice and Security Organisations

(distance learning only) • Countering Fraud and Corruption in Public and

Private Sectors (distance learning only) • International and Transnational Offending

Teaching and assessment Assessment methods include essays, a case study, a literature review and research proposal on your chosen project, and a 15,000-word dissertation. Full academic support is provided by a subject expert and you will be provided with a supervisor once you have identified the subject area of your dissertation.

Career prospects You will be well equipped to embark upon a diverse range of career choices including policing, crime analysis, probation, the courts and prison service, local authorities, academia and research, the third sector, and private industry.

Mode and duration of study: 1 year full time, 2 or 3 years part-time distance learning.

Entry requirements: A second-class honours degree in a relevant subject, or equivalent professional experience and/or training within the police or other criminal justice organisation.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5. Campus-based applicants require a minimum score of 6.0 in all individual components. Distance-learning applicants require a minimum score of 6.0 in Reading and Writing components.

Fees: International fees: £12,000; UK/EU fees: £4,600; distance-learning fees: £4,100 (subject to annual increase).

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Course content Understanding criminological theories of offending, the extent of crime and the application of criminological principles to criminal justice agencies are the main themes of study on this course. Specifically, our degree aims to develop your understanding of the psychology of various types of offending behaviour, providing an opportunity for you to discover how psychological research informs practice within a range of criminal justice agencies.

You will study the following core units:• Criminology Past and Present • Psychology and Offending Behaviour • Investigation and Psychology • Research Methods and Research Management • Dissertation Teaching and assessment Assessment is based upon a range of written assignments including essays, case studies, a literature review and research proposal focused on your chosen project, and a 15,000-word dissertation. For each assignment full academic support is provided by a subject expert and you will be provided with a supervisor once you have identified the subject area of your dissertation.

Career prospects Given the broad range of issues considered and the skills acquired throughout the degree, you will graduate with the knowledge and abilities to support a diverse range of career development opportunities in this field. Most of our students are in full-time employment in areas such as the police, probation, the law and youth programmes to name a few. Your career prospects could involve transfers to other units or advancing to more senior levels of management.

Note: This degree is not accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).

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Mode and duration of study: 1 year full time, 2 or 3 years part-time distance learning.

Entry requirements: A second-class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Exceptionally, applicants with a strong profile of relevant professional qualifications and experience and/or training within a security, police, military or security management department able to demonstrate academic ability to achieve postgraduate level, will be considered. Applicants must have studied at least an introduction to psychology at higher education level.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5. Campus-based applicants require a minimum score of 6.0 in all individual components. Distance-learning applicants require a minimum score of 6.0 in Reading and Writing components.

Fees: International fees: £12,000; UK/EU fees: £4,600; distance-learning fees: £4,100 (subject to annual increase).

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Course content You will develop your understanding of the internationalisation of criminal justice, and the importance of comparative perspectives for an informed broad-based understanding of international criminal justice in the contemporary context.

You will study the following core units:• International and Comparative Criminal Justice • Issues in Transnational Policing • Research Methods and Research Management • Dissertation

You will also choose one option from: • International and Transnational Offending • International Fraud and Corruption • Cybercrime, Risk and Security Management

Teaching and assessment This course is delivered entirely online, so all students must be able to access the virtual learning environment where the learning materials, online discussions, web-based learning and library resources are hosted. Learning materials consist of professional, customised online multimedia resources with embedded links to further academic and other readings, online discussion and audio commentaries from subject experts.

Assessment will be in the form of academic essays, some assessment of online discussion contributions, research reports, a literature review and dissertation proposal on your chosen project, and a 15,000-word dissertation. For each assignment full academic support is provided by an academic subject expert. You will be allocated a supervisor once you have identified the subject area of your dissertation. Career prospects Our students enrol on the award to further develop their professional expertise in this area, or to help support a career change or specialisation in this direction. They have included police, civil servants and private sector investigators either with or moving towards international and transnational criminal justice responsibilities.

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Mode and duration of study: 2 or 3 years part-time distance learning.

Entry requirements: A good honours degree in a relevant subject, or equivalent professional experience and/or training within the police or other criminal justice organisation.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with a minimum score of 6.0 in Reading and Writing components.

Fees: £4,100 (subject to annual increase).

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Course content This part-time distance-learning course has been specifically designed for police officers and those in related occupations with an interest in developing their knowledge and skills in policing, policy and management, either to enhance their current role or to prepare them for career advancement.

It has been designed to be compatible with relevant occupational standards for the police and/or security organisations/services. The course examines strategy and tactics around core policing in the context, for example, of policing diverse communities; policing policy and police leadership in the context of police governance and partnerships; and organisational and resource management in the context of operational delivery.

You will have the opportunity to apply your learning to your own organisation, as well as to consider the application of leadership and management principles in other criminal justice and security organisations.

You will study the following units:• Policing Communities • Police Leadership: Policing, Policy and Partnerships • Managing Justice and Security Organisations • Research Methods and Research Management • Dissertation

Teaching and assessment Assessment is based upon a range of written assignments including essays, case studies, a literature review and research proposal on your chosen project, and a 15,000-word dissertation. For each assignment full academic support is provided by a subject expert. You will be allocated an academic supervisor once you have identified the subject area of your dissertation.

Career prospects Given the broad range of issues considered and the skills acquired throughout the degree, our students graduate with a portfolio of knowledge and abilities that supports a diverse range of career development opportunities in this field.

Mode and duration of study: 2 or 3 years part-time distance learning.

Entry requirements: A second-class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Exceptionally, applicants with strong relevant criminal justice experience will be considered.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with a minimum score of 6.0 in Reading and Writing components.

Fees: £4,100 (subject to annual increase).

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Course content Many organisations employ specialists in security management. Security managers have responsibility for protecting organisations’ people, assets, information and reputation from risks such as crime, fraud, accidents and protesters. The risks of terrorism and other crimes have made security an increasingly important issue and with the introduction of regulation, the need to enhance professionalism has become more important.

You will study the following core units:• Security Management • Crisis Management and Governance • Research Methods and Research Management • Dissertation

You will also choose one option from: • Cybercrime, Security and Risk Management • Investigation and Psychology • Countering Fraud and Corruption in the Public

and Private Sectors• White Collar Crime

• Organisational and Environmental Risk • Policing and Police Reform • Managing Justice and Security Organisations

Teaching and assessment The full-time course is delivered on campus through lectures, seminars and the latest e-resources. Assessment is based on a range of assignments including essays, reports, a presentation, a dissertation proposal and a dissertation of 15,000 words.

The part-time, distance-learning mode is delivered by a combination of campus-based intensive teaching, distance learning and the latest e-resources. You will need to attend teaching on campus for the core units: Security Management, and Crisis Management and Governance. Assessment is based on a range of written assignments including essays, reports, a dissertation proposal and a dissertation of 15,000 words. Academic support will be delivered by the relevant academic unit coordinators and the course leader.

Career prospects Risks and new regulations have increased the need for enhanced professionalism in the field. This course is designed to help those working in the field gain the relevant skills and knowledge to meet these needs. It may also be followed by those wishing to enter employment in this sector.

MSc Security Management

Mode and duration of study: 1 year full time, 2 or 3 years part-time distance learning.

Entry requirements: A good honours degree in a relevant subject, or equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5. Campus-based applicants require a minimum score of 6.0 in all individual components. Distance-learning applicants require a minimum score of 6.0 in Reading and Writing components.

Fees: International fees: £12,000; UK/EU fees: £4,600; distance-learning fees: £4,100 (subject to annual increase).

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Course contentAre you looking for an alternative to the more traditional PhD route as well as the opportunity to work with others in a group environment? The Professional Doctorate provides an opportunity for those who already hold a Master’s degree in a relevant topic to continue their work at doctoral level and follow a structured programme of teaching and research that is directed towards reflection on, and contribution to, practice in one of the many areas of criminal justice.

In years one and two there is a series of two-day workshops which focus on the units of study:• Professional Development and Review • Advanced Research Techniques in Criminal Justice • Publication and Dissemination in Criminal Justice • Criminal Justice Project Proposal

In years three and four you will engage in original research that leads to the production of a thesis. It is not necessary to have a firm idea of the research topic on entry as you will be supported in its development during the first two years.

Teaching and assessmentYou will have a personal tutor for the first two years. Then during the research phase you are supported by a first and second supervisor and will have full access to the Graduate School Programme of seminars and workshops. The course is supported by the use of an online learning environment and excellent library facilities including ejournals and books.

Career prospectsThe Professional Doctorate provides an opportunity to develop as a researching professional. In an increasingly competitive market, the possession of a Doctorate has the potential to give you a significant competitive edge.

Mode and duration of study: 4–7 years part time (UK/EU students only).

Entry requirements: A Master’s degree in a relevant subject, preferably of Merit level. It is essential that applicants are professionally engaged in one of the many areas of criminal justice. Applicants should be working at a senior level and/or have strong relevant criminal justice experience.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component below 6.0.

Fees: UK/EU fees: £3,900 p/a (subject to annual increase).

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Course content The aim of this programme is to provide a framework for security professionals from the UK and overseas to reflect on and contribute to practice in their area of work. Its emphasis is on developing researching professionals (this is distinct from the more traditional PhD route which aims to develop professional researchers).

It comprises a structured four-year programme with a taught element delivered through a small number of workshops at the University during your first two years and then two years of supervised research leading to a thesis.

A central feature of this programme is that you will be studying with the same cohort of people over the entire four-year period. This gives you the opportunity to work, learn and develop together.

Course structure In years one and two you will be taught in two-day blocks, each assessed through coursework artefacts of 6,000 words. You will be assigned a personal tutor to support you through this part of the course. Units of study include:

• Professional development and review• Advanced research techniques in security risk

management• Publication and dissemination in security risk

management• Security risk management project proposal

Years three and four comprise the professional research and development part of the course and are primarily based around independent study and research. You will be supported by a supervisory team.

Career prospectsThe professional doctorate programme provides a framework in which participants can generate original knowledge through research in their own area of professional involvement. As well as enabling graduates to contribute to key debates and influence policy and practice, learning and qualification at this level can enhance career potential or support a change in role or new career.

Professional Doctorate in Security Risk Management (DSyRM)

Mode and duration of study: 4–7 years part time (UK/EU students only).

Entry requirements: A Master’s degree in an appropriate subject. Applicants must be professionally engaged in a security-related area.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component below 6.0.

Fees: UK/EU students: £3,900 p/a (subject to annual increase).

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The School of Education and Continuing Studies (SECS) offers taught and research degrees developed in partnership with schools and colleges to ensure they are professionally relevant to the classroom. Our programmes are also designed to meet the needs of busy working people.

Your learning experience Portsmouth has a reputation for providing a supportive and friendly atmosphere in which its students can quickly settle and enjoy their studies. You will have access to a full range of support services and a personal tutor to assist you. Our staff are experts in a range of appropriate subject specialisms and their enthusiasm and motivation means that you will be encouraged to gain the most from your time with us.

Research Staff are involved in many areas of research including secondary school curriculum provision, teaching and learning processes, special educational needs, post-16 education and training, aspects of initial teacher training (ITT), education management and early years provision. Staff also undertake a wide range of consultancy and funded knowledge transfer activities.

Facilities and resources The School is based in St George’s Building, close to the city centre and the majority of the University’s facilities and teaching buildings. The University Library, the heart of academic life, is only 200m away with the Students’ Union Building right next door to it.

Programme summary • MA Education Studies (subject to approval)• MSc Educational Leadership and Management • MA Learning and Teaching • PGCE Post Compulsory Education – Postgraduate

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The School of Education and Continuing Studies (SECS) offers a dynamic environment for the study and research of issues relating to childhood and education in its broadest sense, from aspects relating to (young) children’s learning and development, black and minority ethnic, gender, special needs, (cyber)bullying and mental health, to pedagogy and teaching and learning in post-16 and higher education settings. Current research projects include collaborative work with local charities and councils on projects to do with young careleavers, cyberbullying, and social and emotional aspects in relation to learning in schools and early years settings.

We can offer you supervision of theoretical excellence and practical experience of working in teaching and training. All our programmes are subject to regular and rigorous external assessment by Ofsted and the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA). We scored 89 per cent in the Academic Studies in Education catergory in the 2014 National Student Survey, and our most recent Ofsted inspection rated the department ‘outstanding’.

Internal links: The department has strong links with the following three research centres in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences: the Centre for Studies in Literature (CSL), the Centre for European and International Studies Research (CEISR), and the Institute of Criminal Justice Studies (ICJS).

External links: The School works closely with approximately 100 local and regional primary and secondary schools, and early years settings every year.

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Research centres Centre for European and International Studies Research (CEISR) Bringing together more than 60 researchers and 20 postgraduates from across the University, the Centre offers a vibrant, supportive and intellectually stimulating environment within which to pursue research. Our activities have been funded by major UK and European research councils, including the Arts and Humanities Research Council, European Social Fund, Economic and Social Research Council, European Union, UNESCO, the British Academy and various NGOs.W: www.port.ac.uk/ceisr

Research areas The School of Education and Continuing Studies offers excellent postgraduate research supervision, as well as taught Master’s degrees that include a significant research component. Our researchers can provide you with high-quality research supervision in areas such as digital society and education, childhood, wellbeing and

culture, as well as teaching and learning processes, special educational needs, leadership and management in education, and curriculum provision in early years, primary/secondary schools, further education and higher education.

Childhood, wellbeing and cultureResearch areas include: children’s literature; moral development and bullying; home learning and emotional and social development; childhood obesity; and mental health.

Digital society and educationResearch areas include: digital natives; cyberbullying; social media and learning in schools; and special educational needs and provision.

Pedagogy, policy and practice in educationResearch areas include: teaching and learning processes; aspects of initial teacher training (ITT); educational leadership and management; post 16 education and training; curriculum provision in secondary and post-compulsory education; and early years curriculum.

For more information on the research degrees we offer and to discuss research opportunities in more detail, please contact us.

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Course content Designed both for those with an interest in the general field of education and for educational professionals, from recent graduates to those in established careers, the course has a broad-based structure that allows for a range of progression opportunities.

It will enable you to stand out from the crowd by demonstrating to employers that you are able to work independently and handle complex issues at an advanced level. For those already in a professional role, it will develop your ability to take a lead in learning and teaching, enhancing your personal skills and professional status.

The course has three core units, a subject core option pathway and one option to choose from. The content reflects current debates in the education sector examining key issues in the areas of childhood, educational psychology, SEND, and schools, colleges, universities at a national and global level.

Core units include:• Contemporary Perspectives in Educational

Studies• Research Methods in Education• Dissertation

Subject core options to choose from include:• The Child’s Voice in the 21st Century• Educational Psychology• SEND• Practice and Pedagogy Teaching and assessment The course is taught via a range of teaching methods and online delivery. There is face-to-face teaching for the core units and a mixture of online and face-to-face teaching for the optional units, so you can choose what suits you.

You will study educational research methods in preparation for a dissertation or work-based project and have the opportunity to conduct an action research project related to your employment.

Assessment will take place through various methods including essays and reports, blogs, literature critiques, presentations and a dissertation proposal.

Career prospects Successful graduates will have studied both the theory and the practical application of current knowledge in the education sector, and may have applied this directly in a work-based project. This will support entry to, or progression in, a career in education. Roles that graduates will be suited to include: school mentor, teacher, university lecturer, leadership and management role, and senior educational leader/manager.

MA Education Studies(subject to approval)

Mode and duration of study: 1 year full time or 2 years part time (UK/EU students only).

Entry requirements: A good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Exceptionally, equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications will be considered.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.

Fees: International fees: £12,000; UK/EU fees: £4,700.

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Mode and duration of study: 1 year full time or 2 years part time (UK/EU students only) or 2 years part-time distance learning

Entry requirements: A good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Other applicants may be admitted and will undertake a programme of preparatory reading and submit a written paper in order to confirm ability to study at postgraduate level.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.

Fees: International fees: £12,000; UK/EU fees: £4,600 (subject to annual increase); distance learning fees: to be confirmed.

Course content This course is designed to enable educational leaders and would-be leaders to gain new understanding, skills and confidence. It will also allow you to make informed judgements about your own professional activities and to contribute to decision-making processes and the formulation and implementation of policies and practices within the working environment. Accepting that learning should be meaningful and professionally relevant, the use of work- related assignments is encouraged.

You will study the following core units:• Education Policy, Strategy and Change • Management of People and Marketing in

Public Organisations • Management of Resources, Finance and Information

Systems • Research Methods in Education • Dissertation

Teaching and assessment Teaching methods include seminars, group work, lectures and student presentations. You are encouraged to produce work-related assignments, although this is not prescriptive if you encounter difficulty in the workplace or are a full-time student. All students are allocated a personal tutor who will help plan an appropriate course of study and research, discuss progress of work and advise on how to construct the dissertation in terms of aims, scope and presentation. The course is modular and credit rated with continuous assessment (no examinations). The assessment process includes a formal presentation to peers.

Career prospects The course is intended for teachers, trainers, lecturers and instructors in the state, private, public, commercial or voluntary sectors of education and training who aspire to senior management positions. Many graduates of the course attain senior management positions in education or training organisations.

MSc Educational Leadership and Management(distance-learning course subject to approval)

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MA Learning and Teaching

Course content Aimed at professionals, this course is appropriate for leaders in learning and teaching across a range of educational contexts. For example: teachers, lecturers (including those working in FE), early years practitioners or higher-level teaching assistants and those with a teaching role in other professions such as nursing.

There are two core units: • Research Methods in Education • Dissertation

Optional units currently include:• Project Report • Coaching and Mentoring in Educational Contexts

• Developing as a Reflective Practitioner • Contemporary Issues in the Lifelong Learning

Sector • Child Development in Families and Society • Contemporary Issues in Early Childhood • Early Childhood and Pedagogy

The early years strand in this course will address current and contemporary issues related to early childhood education.

Teaching and assessment Teaching will be in small groups with focused tutorial support. Attendance patterns will vary depending on the units studied. Where there is taught input, sessions will normally be held in the late afternoon or evening. You will be taught using a variety of methods: interactive teaching sessions, presentations, group discussions, oral and written reflective activities, and web-based resources.

All units are assessed by coursework (no examinations).

Career prospects You are highly likely to have embarked on a teaching career before studying this course. Following successful completion of the course, you will be able to bring relevant research and an enhanced skill set to bear on your work, thus enriching your employability prospects in the education sector.

Mode and duration of study: 2 years part time (UK/EU students only).

Entry requirements: A good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject and involvement in teaching in education.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.

Fees: UK/EU fees: £2,300 p/a (subject to annual increase).

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PGCE Post Compulsory Education – Postgraduate and Professional

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Mode and duration of study: 1 year full time or 2 years part time (UK/EU students only).

Entry requirements: A good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. GCSE mathematics and English language at grade C or above, or equivalent. All shortlisted applicants are subject to interview. All offers are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance and Occupational Health clearance. In addition, part-time students (Professional) are required to have secured their own teaching placement where you will teach at least 50 hours per year and have an identified subject mentor. Full-time students will be provided with a teaching placement by the University.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.

Fees: International fees: £12,000; UK/EU fees: £9,000 (subject to annual increase).

Course content Emphasis is on reflective learning combined with skills-based practical teaching on this course, which will ensure you will become a ‘professional teacher’. There is a balance between work-based practical skills and related theory over four units of study, with a continuous assessment approach.

The taught units are all interrelated and enable you to link learning theories and educational research to professional practice. You will develop subject-specific knowledge by working closely with your University teachers and college subject mentors at your designated teaching placement.

Our course team will help you progress through the units, which have been carefully structured to ensure sequential progression.

You will study the following units:• Planning, Assessing and Evaluating Teaching and

Learning Programmes • Theories and Principles for Planning and Enabling

Learning in a Specialist Subject Area • Professional Practice • Curriculum Design in a Specialist Subject Area

Teaching and assessment PGCE enrolment takes place in early September, and the course lasts for a minimum of 32 weeks, finishing at the beginning of June. Teaching approaches include a mixture of lectures, seminars and workshops, guided preparatory reading and active group participation.

Career prospects Successful completion of the PGCE in Post Compulsory Education sets you on the pathway to achieving Qualified Teacher Status and equips you for a career in post-compulsory teaching.

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Course content Would you like to become a confident and imaginative secondary school teacher? The PGCE (11–16) is offered in computer science, English, geography, mathematics, modern foreign languages and science, and PGCE (14–19) in business studies.

Your training will take place in the University and in two secondary schools. Within the schools, both a subject mentor and a professional mentor will work alongside your University tutor to support you as you follow the three strands of the programme:• Curriculum Studies • Professional Studies • School Experience

We also offer School Direct training places, working with our lead schools to create a focused programme to meet their needs precisely. The schools will

choose and recruit the candidates they want, who can then expect employment by the school or wider partnership of schools at the end of the course. Teaching and assessment Teaching includes a mixture of lectures, seminars and workshops, guided preparatory reading and group participation. The course encourages the development of teaching skills specifically for this education sector and incorporates both work-based learning experience and supervised teaching practice. In each term you will be assessed on:• the development of your teaching skills • a formal assignment • an interview in which you will demonstrate

the evidence collected towards the standards including your subject knowledge and ICT enhancement

Throughout the course you will collate a portfolio of evidence based on schoolwork, observations of teaching, tasks and assignments. On the postgraduate route, two of your assignments will be assessed at Master’s level.

Career prospects On recent figures, more than 90 per cent of Portsmouth PGCE graduates went into full-time teaching. After a few years of teaching, successful trainees may hope for promotion within their subjects, or for progression within whole school issues. Trainees who follow the postgraduate route may also apply 60 M-level credits toward Master’s study.

PGCE Professional/Postgraduate Certificate in Education

Mode and duration of study: 1 year full time. Entry requirements: A good honours degree

or equivalent in a relevant subject, with at least 50 per cent subject-relevant content.

A minimum of a 2:1 is desirable although applicants with other qualifications or valuable experience will also be considered. GCSE mathematics and English language at grade C or above, or equivalent. All shortlisted applicants are subject to interview. All offers are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance and Occupational Health clearance.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.

Fees: International fees: £12,000; UK/EU fees: £9,000 (subject to annual increase).

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School of Languages and Area Studies

Portsmouth has a long-standing reputation as one of the leading providers of modern language courses in UK higher education. We are a well-established School and one of the largest departments of our kind in the country.

Our degree programmes will enable you to develop both advanced language skills and intercultural competence. This is because we believe that to be a good linguist it is important not only to have excellent language skills but also to understand the country or countries where the language you are studying is spoken.

Facilities and resources Based in Park Building, we offer a modern and well-equipped learning environment. We have our own Learning Resources Centre that has a variety of open access resources, books, magazines and DVDs. We have multimedia digital language laboratories and up-to-date classrooms with the latest teaching technology.

Career opportunities Language graduates are very employable because they are flexible, adaptable, good at setting and meeting targets, and, above all, good communicators.

Programme summary • MA Applied Linguistics and TESOL • MA Communication and Language Skills• MA TESOL Leadership and Management

(subject to approval)• MA Translation Studies • MSc International Development Studies

(subject to approval) • MRes Humanities and Social Sciences – see page 73

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We currently undertake research and teaching in seven languages (French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish and English as a foreign language) and also in subjects such as applied linguistics, language skills, translation, professional and technical communication, and Francophone Africa.

We offer a dynamic environment for the study and research of modern languages and area studies, with an international reputation for excellence in teaching and research.

Our researchers work under the Centre for European and International Studies Research (CEISR). Of research submitted, 25 per cent was rated world leading and 43 per cent internationally excellent, placing it in the top 10 institutions nationally for impact (Times Higher Education, December 2014) and for research intensity in area studies (Times Higher Education, January 2015).

Internal links: The School has strong links with the following research centres in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences: the Centre for European and International Studies Research (CEISR), the Centre for Studies in Literature (CSL) and the Institute of Criminal Justice Studies (ICJS).

External links: Our research projects are funded by major UK and European research councils, such as the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC), the European Social Fund (ESF), the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), UNESCO, the British Academy and various non-governmental organisations (NGOs).

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Academic staff: 73 Postgraduate research students: 17

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Resources The School has received major funding for its research over the past few years, allowing us to make a significant investment in modern, multimedia digital language laboratories with the latest teaching technology. In addition, you will have full access to the University, faculty and departmental facilities.

The Faculty’s full-time postgraduate research students are based in the Postgraduate Research Centre in Park Building. Here you will immerse yourself in a thriving and vibrant research environment.

You will also take part in our regular research seminars and have the opportunity to present your research in progress to peers and academic staff in our annual ‘postgraduate study half day’, and receive feedback on it.

In addition, the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences provides teaching opportunities to support the development of our research students as future academics.

Research centres Centre for European and International Studies Research (CEISR) Bringing together more than 60 researchers and 20 postgraduates from across the University, the Centre offers a vibrant, supportive and intellectually stimulating environment within which to pursue research. Our activities have been funded by major UK and European research councils, including AHRC, ESF, ESRC, European Union, UNESCO, the British Academy and various NGOs. W: www.port.ac.uk/ceisr

Research areas European studiesOur researchers work and supervise projects in fields such as the history and politics of Europe, the European Union as a transnational space, colonialism and post-colonialism, and EU language and policy.

Language and linguisticsIf your interests lie in the area of language and linguistics, we can offer excellent supervision in fields including discourse analysis, stylistics, pragmatics, semantics, English language teaching and corpus linguistics.

SociolinguisticsOur sociolinguistics researchers are working and supervising research in fields such as language and globalisation, language ideology, world Englishes and English as an international lingua franca.

TranslationIf your research interests are in the area of translation, you are in good hands. Our researchers offer high-quality supervision in fields including translation history, literary translation, translation paratexts, audiovisual translation and subtitling, and translation as a theme in narrative cinema.

Francophone AfricaOur research is focused on two main areas: a reassessment of the legacy of French colonialism in terms of its impact both in the former French colonies and in metropolitan France, and an exploration of the changing relations between France and the Francophone world in the context of increasing globalisation of the world economy and culture.

For more information on the research degrees we offer and to discuss research opportunities in more detail, please contact us.

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Course content Practising ELT/EFL/TESOL teachers who wish to continue their professional development and improve their career prospects would be well suited to this course. As well as thoroughly reviewing developments in the field, this flexible course allows you to develop your expertise in areas of personal interest. It offers the perfect way to extend your knowledge and understanding of learning and teaching while enhancing your qualifications.

The course combines core units and optional units.

Core units:• Theory and Practice of Applied Linguistics • Theory and Practice of TESOL • Dissertation/Major Project

Two options from: • Analysing, Evaluating and Writing Materials • Using Technology and Corpora in Learning,

Teaching and Research• World Englishes • Independent Learning

Teaching and assessment Assessment is undertaken through essays, coursework assignments and presentations. There are no formal end-of-year examinations.

Career prospects Graduates can progress to jobs in higher education in their own country or elsewhere, or undertake doctoral research in teaching and related fields. A Master’s qualification is often viewed as a requirement for promotion to a more responsible position in either the private or public sector, or to diversify a career into areas such as educational management, materials evaluation and production, teacher education or external assessment.

Mode and duration of study: 1 year full time, 2 years part-time campus based (UK/EU students only) or 3 years part-time distance learning.

Entry requirements: A good honours degree or equivalent plus initial teacher training and a minimum of three months full-time, relevant teaching experience.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.5.

Fees: International students: £12,000; UK/EU students: £4,600; distance-learning fees: £1,530 p/a (subject to annual increase).

MA Applied Linguistics and TESOL

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Course content If you aspire to be a highly competent linguist in the modern business and media world, this course is for you. Combining theory with the practice of communication, it has a distinctive vocational orientation and focuses on English as the medium of communication. Graduates will understand the nature and function of communication in the modern world and will be able to produce text (written, spoken, printed and broadcast) according to a range of different agendas.

Additionally, there will be opportunities to develop high-level multilingual communication skills in a translation context. The choice of languages includes Mandarin Chinese, French, German, Greek, Italian and Spanish. These bilingual units are entirely optional.

The course is structured on the basis of core units and optional units.

You will study the following core units:• Theory and Practice of Communication • Communicating in Different Contexts: Writing

and Speech • Dissertation/Major Project

You will choose two options from: • Electronic Media • Communicating with Different Audiences • Independent Learning • Intercultural Communication • Specialised Translation

Teaching and assessment There are no formal examinations. A variety of different assessment methods are used which include essays, projects, portfolios, practical translation assignments,

presentations, in-class tests and your dissertation. The research management unit will prepare you for your dissertation and you will be allocated a dissertation supervisor who will oversee your work throughout the process.

Career prospects Graduates may progress to jobs in the public and private sectors in various areas of communication, including advertising, publishing or human resources departments. You may also go on to work in higher education in your own country or elsewhere, or choose to undertake doctoral research.

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MA Communication and Language Skills(distance-learning course subject to approval)

Mode and duration of study: 1 year full time or 2 years part time (UK/EU students only) or 3 years part-time distance learning.

Entry requirements: A good honours degree in a relevant subject, or equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.

Fees: International students: £12,000; UK/EU students: £5,100; (subject to annual increase) distance-learning fees: to be confirmed – please check website for details.

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Course content This flexible course offers practising ELT/EFL/TESOL teachers the skills and knowledge to support career development in leadership and management roles. It also supports professionals who are already language school managers/directors in different parts of the world, but who feel the need for further training. You will gain an understanding of how theory underpins effective practice, explore leadership and entrepreneurial tactics in the sector, and shape your professional identity in a fast-developing global society.

There are three core units: • Leadership, Policy and Strategy: The

Management of Educational Change • Theory and Practice of TESOL • Dissertation

Optional units currently include:• Management of People and Marketing in Public

Organisations • Management of Resources, Finance and

Information Systems • Theory and Practice of Applied Linguistics• World Englishes• Using Technology and Corpora in Learning,

Teaching and Research• Managing and Supervising Teachers Teaching and assessment Typically each taught unit runs for 12 weeks and has the equivalent of four hours of teaching per week. Teaching takes place online in our virtual learning environment, where groups of students analyse arguments, contribute ideas and ask questions. Tutors are also available to offer guidance to students on an individual basis. Most units are assessed through at least two pieces of coursework (typically essays), amounting to 6,000 words in total for the unit.

Career prospects Graduates will be able to progress to management and leadership jobs in higher and language school education in their own country or elsewhere, or continue on to undertake doctoral research in teaching, management and related fields. Possession of a Master’s qualification in this area is often viewed as a requirement for promotion to a more responsible position in either the private or public sectors. Other possibilities include diversifying into a career in areas such as teacher education or external assessment.

MA TESOL Leadership and Management (subject to approval)

Mode and duration of study: 3 years part-time distance learning.

Entry requirements: A good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, plus initial teacher training and a minimum of three months full-time, relevant teaching experience.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.

Fees: To be confirmed – please check website for details.

Course contentAs an accredited member of the European Master’s in Translation Network, this course is designed both for language graduates wishing to become translators and practising translators wishing to obtain a formal qualification in translating. It caters for those translating between English and any of the following: Arabic, Mandarin Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish.

It features units with a high degree of professional relevance and training, enabling you to learn the basics of staff, agency and freelance translation work.

The course is structured on the basis of core units and optional units.

You will study the following core units:• Theory and Practice of Translation • Specialised Translation • Dissertation

You will choose two options from: • Translation Technologies • Translation Project • Professional Aspects of Translation • Technical Writing for Translators • Second Specialised Translation • Independent Learning

Teaching and assessmentAssessment is undertaken through coursework assignments or dossiers, presentations and/or in-class work. There are no formal end-of-year examinations. The distance-learning programme will provide you with online learning materials for a number of units. These will be supported by asynchronous online discussion

with the tutors responsible for the various course units and with other students on the course. You will also be able to communicate one-to-one with your tutors via phone or email.

Career prospectsGraduates work in a variety of translation-related roles. Where possible, we help students to obtain placements with translation companies. A number of our graduates pursue further research in translation. Students with eligible language combinations are encouraged to try for internships and competitions within European institutions.

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MA Translation Studies

Mode and duration of study: 1 year full time, 2 years part-time campus based (UK/EU students only) or 3 years part-time distance learning.

Entry requirements: A good honours degree in a relevant subject, or equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications. Applicants whose main language is English require advanced knowledge of at least one other language (Arabic, Mandarin Chinese [campus-based students only], French, German, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese, Russian or Spanish).

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 7.0 with no component score below 6.5.

Fees: International students: £12,000 (full-time fee); UK/EU students: £5,100; distance-learning fees: £1,700 p/a (subject to annual increase).

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Course content The course bridges the gap between theories of development and the professional techniques employed in the field by practitioners (for example, project design, management, evaluation, budgeting and data collection). It covers health, education, security, economics, gender and community – with opportunities to specialise or study more broadly.

You will create your course of study by combining units provided by specialists in their field of study, alongside a core unit that builds your research skills in preparation for your specialist project. You will be mentored throughout the course by academic and practitioner experts.

This course is also available at Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) and Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) levels. Teaching and assessment You can choose to study entirely through distance learning methods. All course materials and readings, lecture notes, discussion forums and one-to-one tutorials with lecturers are posted and regularly updated in our virtual learning environment alongside additional links to useful organisational sites, social media hubs and further resources. Face-to-face contact is an important part too, with regular webinars, clinics, email correspondence and other interaction.

Career prospects Designed to support the needs of those who hope to be, or are already, engaged in the international development sector, this course will enable you to develop highly desirable transferable skills such as communication, research and writing skills. Additionally, the applied nature of this course means that you will be working within ‘live’ development contexts from the start which will help you to develop professional networks and identify career opportunities. You will also benefit from the advice and guidance regarding career progression given by the experts and development practitioners who teach on this course.

MSc International Development Studies (subject to approval)

Mode and duration of study: 3 years part-time distance learning.

Entry requirements: A good honours degree in a relevant subject, or equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 or equivalent, with no component score less than 6.0.

Fees: To be confirmed – please check website for details.

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The School of Social, Historical and Literary Studies (SSHLS) is a large, multidisciplinary department comprised of the following subject areas: English literature, history, journalism, politics and international relations, and sociology.

Our curricula are informed by the scholarship and research expertise of academic staff, many of whom are members of either the Centre for Studies in Literature (CSL) or the Centre for European and International Studies Research (CEISR).

In all of our programmes, preparation for Master’s dissertations is embedded within the curriculum through the study of research methods and management units. It is not essential that you have taken an undergraduate degree in the same discipline as your choice of Master’s study, but you do need a first degree or equivalent and must be able to demonstrate a strong interest in the subjects covered within your chosen Master’s programme.

Facilities and resources You will have access to departmental and University-wide IT, support and leisure facilities. You will also be close to the University Library, which offers extensive subject-specific books and journals, an interlibrary loan service and 24/7 online access to thousands of ebooks and ejournals.

Study abroad Our strong links with institutions abroad will give you a chance to broaden your experience. These include exchange programmes with Strasbourg, Brussels, Paris, Trento, the Czech Republic and Hungary.

Programme summary • MA European Studies • MA History of War, Culture and Society • MA International Relations and European Studies • MA Literature, Culture and Identity • MA Naval History (subject to approval) • Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) • MRes Humanities and Social Sciences – see page 73

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Academic staff: 72 Postgraduate research students: 32

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We are particularly proud of our well-developed research culture and strong commitment to scholarship and publication in a research-active learning environment. We offer excellent postgraduate research degree supervision on a full-time and part-time basis in all of our subject areas.

Our researchers conduct their work as part of the Centre for Studies in Literature (CSL) and the Centre for European and International Studies Research (CEISR). In the most recent REF 2014, 25 per cent of research submitted from CEISR was considered world leading and 43 per cent was internationally excellent, placing us in the top 10 institutions nationally for impact (Times Higher Education, December 2014) and for research intensity in area studies (Times Higher Education, January 2015). This body of research included our work on European history, politics, policy, culture and language, sociology, sociolinguistics and in the fields of Slavonic, Francophone and French area studies.

Internal links: In addition to the Centre for Studies in Literature (CSL) and Centre for European and International Studies Research (CEISR), the School has close links with the Institute of Criminal Justice Studies (ICJS).

External links: The School maintains research partnerships with universities in Krakow, Berlin, Maastricht, Malaga, Trondheim, Gothenburg and Kazan. We also have links with a range of academic institutions such as the Centre for Cultural Studies (University of Sussex) and the Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics (University of Oxford), as well as links with local non-academic organisations, such as the Dimbola Lodge Museum, Portsmouth City Council, the Historic Dockyard, the National Museum of the Royal Navy, the D-Day Museum and Portsmouth City Museum.

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Research centres Centre for European and International Studies Research (CEISR) Bringing together more than 60 researchers and 20 postgraduates from across the University, the Centre offers a vibrant, supportive and intellectually stimulating environment within which to pursue research. Our activities have been funded by major UK and European research councils, including the Arts and Humanities Research Council, European Social Fund, Economic and Social Research Council, European Union, UNESCO, the British Academy and various NGOs.W: www.port.ac.uk/ceisr

Centre for Studies in Literature (CSL) Founded in 2009, the Centre brings together scholars from different fields within literary studies. We also have interests in related fields within film studies, cultural studies and American studies.W: www.port.ac.uk/csl

Resources Our postgraduate research students have full access to University, faculty and departmental facilities. The Faculty’s full-time postgraduate research students are based in the Postgraduate Research Centre in Park Building. Here you will immerse yourself in a thriving and vibrant research environment, where you will also take part in our regular research seminars and have the opportunity to present your research in progress to peers and academic staff in our annual ‘postgraduate study half day’, and receive feedback on it. In addition, the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences provides teaching opportunities to support the development of our research students as future academics.

Research areas SociologyOur sociology researchers work, and offer excellent supervision, in a broad range of fields, including classical and contemporary sociology, animals in society, consumer culture and economic life, globalisation, gender and ageing, sociology of risk, environmental sociology, modernity and identity, social class and culture, sociology of happiness and emotions, race and ethnicity, work and employment, sociology of sport, material culture, violence and war, and the sociology of food.

HistoryOur researchers offer high-quality supervision in the fields of early modern and modern history. Our interests are broad-ranging focusing on social and cultural history from the sixteenth to the twentieth century including themes and concepts such as class, leisure, religion, race, gender, imperialism and post-colonialism.

Politics and international relationsWe offer excellent postgraduate research degree supervision on a wide range of fields in this area, such as the growth and role of transnational political and policy networks, issues of policy transfer and socialisation, issues of cultural transfer and convergence, European institutions and policy-making, organised civil society participation, origins of new EU policy fields, and transnational terrorism and counterterrorism.

Literary studiesOur researchers in literary and cultural studies offer excellent supervision in the fields of early modern writing, nineteenth-century literature and culture, and twentieth and twenty-first century British and American literature. Specialisms include seventeenth-century women’s poetry, Enlightenment theory and politics, Victorian and early twentieth-century celebrity cultures, Victorian art and literature, literary theory, memory cultures, temporality studies and postcolonial writing and the Canadian diaspora.

For more information on the research degrees we offer and to discuss research opportunities in more detail, please contact us.

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Course content A wide range of themes in contemporary European affairs such as nationalism, security, governance and policy making, democratisation in Eastern Europe and the external relations of the EU are considered on this course.

The structure of core units and options is designed to maximise your ability to fashion a course which best suits your needs and interests.

You will study the following core units:• Challenges to EU Politics and Governance • Dissertation/Major Project

You will also select three optional units from the following: • Europe: Integration and Democratisation • Global Governance • Nation and Identity in Europe

• Europe and the World • Negotiation and Lobbying in the EU: A Simulation

Game • Contemporary Security in International Relations:

Providers and Challenges • Specialised Translation • Independent Project • Work-based Learning

Teaching and assessment Teaching is conducted through a combination of lectures and seminars. In addition, you will have access to staff on an individual tutorial basis. You will also be assigned a dissertation supervisor to support you in the research and writing of your dissertation. Assessment is normally in the form of an extended essay on a specific topic within a unit, allowing you to specialise in a subject that particularly interests you within the broad topic area of the unit.

Career prospects This course provides an excellent basis for those seeking careers in areas where a knowledge of European affairs is required, or for doctoral study. The course provides advanced training in a range of transferable skills which can be applied in different areas of employment. Former students have gone on to work in various areas including local government, the UK civil service, foreign government and European institutions, teaching and further research.

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Mode and duration of study: 1 year full time or 2 years part time (UK/EU students only).

Entry requirements: A good honours degree in a social science, humanities or related subject.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.

Fees: International fees: £12,000; UK/EU fees: £4,600 (subject to annual increase).

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Course content The history of war is a history of ourselves; an opportunity to explore culture, politics and society in changing periods and contexts. This unique programme brings to the fore an issue which lies at the heart of historical study.

The course covers key historical episodes and case studies, examining the impact of war on shaping nationhood, identity, class, gender and citizenship in European societies. It offers you the opportunity to work with historians in their area of expertise.

You will also have the opportunity to work on projects with members of the Port Towns and Urban Cultures group who focus on the impact of maritime influences on urban communities. This group has forged close links with the National Museum of the Royal Navy and the Portsmouth City Museum, and has curated exhibitions, engaged in collaborative research projects and held international conferences.

The core units currently offered are:• Introduction to War and Society, 1500–1945 • Humanities Research Skills • War, Culture and Leisure, c.1850–1960s • Dissertation/Major Project

You will choose one of the following options: • Conflicts in Context • Independent Project: Humanities

Teaching and assessment You will experience a blend of seminar-based teaching and tutorial project support, based on meeting a tutor individually or in groups of two or three. Seminars will take place one evening a week, generally in two, two-hour sessions. Tutorials are arranged by mutual

convenience and support can also be given by email. You will be given comprehensive materials for the seminars, including prepared readings necessary for participation in discussions.

Career prospects This course allows you to develop and enhance a wide range of transferable skills that are highly prized by employers, such as critical thinking, analytical reasoning, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and research skills. Potential career paths include heritage manager, museum curator, archivist, media researcher, and the civil service.

Mode and duration of study: 1 year full time or 2 years part time (UK/EU students only).

Entry requirements: A good second-class honours degree or equivalent in history or a related subject, or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field such as education or heritage.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.

Fees: International fees: £12,000; UK/EU fees: £4,600 (subject to annual increase).

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Course content Take this exciting opportunity to study international issues at an advanced level. A central feature of this degree is to integrate theoretical approaches into the study of key topics and themes such as national identity, governance and security. You will engage with the main debates in international relations and European integration and governance, but also take a multidisciplinary approach to specific topics.

You will study the following core units:• Global Governance • Challenges to EU Politics and Governance • Contemporary Security in International Relations:

Providers and Challenges • Dissertation/Major Project

Alongside one of the following options: • Europe: Integration and Democratisation • Nation and Identity in Europe • Europe and the World • Negotiation and Lobbying in the EU: A Simulation Game

• Independent Project • Work-based Learning Teaching and assessment The course is delivered through a combination of lectures and seminars in the afternoons and evenings. Part-time students who may be in employment are usually able to structure their course over two years so that tuition is concentrated on no more than two afternoons and evenings per week. Assessment for most units on the course is in the form of an extended essay or project plus a 15,000-word dissertation at the end.

Career prospects This course allows you to develop and enhance a wide range of transferable skills that are highlyprized by employers, such as critical thinking, analytical reasoning, excellent verbal and writtencommunication skills, and research skills. Potential career paths include employment in private, public and third sector posts in a diverse array of careers in international organisations, governmental organisations, and non-governmental organisations. Potential careers include civil service, think tank research, risk analysis, and journalism.

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Mode and duration of study: 1 year full time or 2 years part time (UK/EU students only).

Entry requirements: A good honours degree in a social science, humanities or related subject.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.

Fees: International fees: £12,000; UK/EU fees: £4,600 (subject to annual increase).

MA International Relations and European Studies

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Course content You will examine twentieth and twenty-first century literature in English focusing upon the cultural representation and the construction of identity. Key topics include the consideration of ideas of the ‘self/ other’; travel and migration; war; postcolonial and national identities; geography and the relationship to physical space; gender and sexuality. The range of material studied includes literature from Britain, North America and the postcolonial English-speaking world, and writing from mainland Europe in translation.

You will study a core unit, Cultural Identities: Self and Other, which will introduce key theoretical issues.

You will then choose to study either Body Maps or European Others, plus one further option from:• Performing Genders • Postmodern Detective Fiction • Independent Project

You will also take a research management unit to support the research for your dissertation. For the dissertation you will pursue in depth an approved topic of your choice.

Teaching and assessment A blend of seminar-based teaching and tutorial project support is provided. Seminars will take place one day a week, generally in two, two-hour sessions. Tutorials are arranged by mutual convenience and support can also be given by email. You will be given comprehensive materials for the seminars, including prepared readings necessary for participation in discussions.

Career prospects You will develop transferable skills in constructing coherent and convincing arguments in relation to complex debates and source materials, detailed analysis of a variety of documents and texts, advanced literacy and language skills, and research and communication skills. All these abilities equip or prepare you for a range of careers including teaching, management and a variety of research posts, as well as preparing you for further study at doctoral level.

MA Literature, Culture and Identity

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Mode and duration of study: 1 year full time or 2 years part time (UK/EU students only).

Entry requirements: A good second-class honours degree, or above, in the field of literature or a related combination of subjects.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 7.0 with no component score below 6.5.

Fees: International fees: £12,000; UK/EU fees: £4,600 (subject to annual increase).

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Course contentA unique opportunity to study for a Master’s in Naval History at the home of the Royal Navy in Portsmouth. The course is run in partnership with the National Museum of the Royal Navy (NMRN), which holds a rich collection of archive material, based alongside the iconic ship HMS Victory. The course explores almost 400 years of naval history, identifying key themes such as the sailing navy, the imperial navy of the nineteenth century, and the modern navy of the twentieth and twenty-first century.

The course will contextualise the Royal Navy within global naval development and explore how the ‘Blue Jackets’ became synonymous with the British Empire. You will be trained in historical research and the interpretation of multi-archive sources.

You will study the core units listed below as well as select from a small range of optional units provided by specialists in their field of study.

• The Sailing Navy c.1600–1815 • The Modern Navy from 1815

Teaching and assessmentThe course can be studied entirely by distance learning through access to high-quality interactive and online resources. However, there is also an optional campus-based element if you are able to visit Portsmouth, including a programme of seminars, lectures and conferences at the NMRN and field trips that will explore representations of the navy, archives and historical artefacts.

The MA is taught by academics in naval history and staff from Britain’s premier Naval Museum, and you will enjoy unprecedented access to the archives, galleries and expertise of the museum’s staff. This flexible programme of delivery enables participation from students all over the UK and beyond. Assessment comprises essays, reports, document analysis, presentations and a 15,000-word dissertation. Career prospectsYou will develop a range of highly desirable transferable skills such as communication, research and writing skills. In addition, the MA will give you the opportunity to gain invaluable employability skills through internships arranged with the NMRN. This qualification will equip you for a variety of occupations such as teaching, the civil services, the armed forces, research for strategic studies bodies and more general postgraduate employment. The MA also provides an ideal foundation for those who would like to embark on a PhD in naval history.

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Mode and duration of study: 2 years part-time distance learning.

Entry requirements: A good honours degree or equivalent in history or a related subject, or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field, such as heritage or the navy and armed forces.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5, with no component score below 6.0.

Fees: To be confirmed – please check website for details.

MA Naval History (subject to approval)

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Course content This career-enhancing course is designed for both practitioners and newly graduated students who wish to make a career in public administration and related areas, whether this is in central, regional or local government or in private and voluntary sectors in partnerships with governments.

Students will study a combination of core and optional units.

Core units include:• Dissertation/Major Project • Comparative Public Policy and Administration • Public Management • Strategic Public Management and Leading Effective

Change

Optional units include: • Practice-Based Knowledge in British Public

Administration • Work-Related Learning/Independent Learning• Europe and the World • Contemporary Security in International Relations:

Providers and Challenges • Policies and Networks: The Governance of the EU• Nation and Identity in Europe • Management of Resources, Finance and Information

Systems

Teaching and assessment You will be taught using a variety of lectures, seminars, tutorials, student presentations, visiting speakers and structured visits to public sector organisations. International students will have a full portfolio of activities that will include English language classes, visits to public organisations and structured advice on how to develop their academic performance. Assessment

methods include work-related assignments, extended essays, examinations, assessed presentations, reports, completion of logs and a dissertation or extended piece of work-related research culminating in a management report.

Career prospects The course delivers transferable lifelong skills that you will be able to apply to complex issues, both systematically and creatively. This will improve your capabilities and enable you to work with self-direction and originality, as well as help you contribute to public administration and society at large.

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Mode and duration of study: 1 year full time or 2 years part time (UK/EU students only).

Entry requirements: A good honours degree in a relevant subject, or equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications. Preferably, applicants will have experience of working in a managerial role in a public sector organisation.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.

Fees: International fees: £12,000; UK/EU fees: £4,600 (subject to annual increase).

Master’s in Public Administration (MPA)

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Course contentThis is an opportunity to focus your studies on an area of interest while developing your research skills. You will undertake a dissertation on a research topic of your choice, supported by a unit developing your research skills, methods and philosophies in preparation for your project. You may focus solely on your chosen research topic or complement it with a taught element from our Master’s programmes, devoted to subject-specific study.

You will study the following units:• Research Preparation and Development: This

provides an essential grounding in the philosophies and methodologies of research.

• Research Project: You will identify a personalised programme of researcher development, drawing from Graduate School sessions, research centre seminars and events. This supports the extended project or dissertation which allows you the opportunity to research a subject in depth.

The 120-credit Research Project is available only to applicants who have already identified their area of research. Applicants who take the 90-credit option will also take the following unit: • Subject Specialist Unit: You may choose from a

range of humanities and social science subjects including education, literary studies, African studies, politics and international relations, linguistics, criminology and criminal justice and history.

Teaching and assessmentYou will be taught through the Graduate School Development programme as well as in group-based and one-to-one sessions with an academic supervisor. You

will attend an induction programme that will introduce you to methods of study, the content and administration of the programme, and the nature of the supervisor/supervisee relationship.

Career prospectsThe MRes will enable you to acquire research methods training and skills that are relevant to your current and future employment. It will facilitate further career progression through your engagement with continuing professional development activities.

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Mode of study: 1 year full time or 2 years part- time campus based (UK/EU students only), or 2 years part-time distance learning.

Entry requirements: A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree or equivalent in a subject relevant to the proposed subject specialism. Please check the course details online for information about subject specialisms that can be supported. You will be asked to write a short research proposal upon receipt of your application.

IELTS score: English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.

Fees: International fees: £12,000; UK/EU fees: £4,600.

MRes Humanities and Social Sciences

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DisclaimerIt is important that you read and make sure you understand this disclaimer. In the event that you become a student at the University of Portsmouth, this becomes part of any contract between you and the University.

Any offer of a place that we make to you is on the basis that you have read and understood the terms of the disclaimer and agree to be bound by them. We (the University of Portsmouth) have checked the information in this prospectus and believe that it is accurate at the time of going to press (June 2015). However, course details, fees and other information may change. It is your responsibility to confirm that the course you wish to study is suitable for your needs, interests and abilities, and that the service, support and facilities provided by the University of Portsmouth meet your requirements. If you accept the offer of a place on one of our courses, but later decide that you wish to change or withdraw from your course of study, the responsibility for doing so and for any costs which you may incur is yours alone.

We will endeavour to deliver courses in keeping with the course descriptions in this prospectus, but reserve the right, within reason, to change the content, timetabling, fees administration and other organisation of courses, subject to maintaining equivalent academic and quality standards. We do not accept responsibility if we are unable to fulfil our commitments through circumstances beyond our control. These include (by way of example but not limitation) illness, industrial action, civil emergencies or the actions of third parties.

Fees stated within this publication are indicative only and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information on our courses and tuition fees and any other course costs (for example bench fees and the cost of study trips), please see our website www.port.ac.uk.

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Special thanks to all the staff and students who contributed to the production of this prospectus.

Contents Welcome ............................................................................................................................................................ 1

Why Portsmouth? ............................................................................................................................................... 2

Global outlook .................................................................................................................................................... 4

Postgraduate pathways ...................................................................................................................................... 6

Employability – your course and beyond ........................................................................................................... 10

Portsmouth: location and maps ........................................................................................................................ 12

Portsmouth: the city ......................................................................................................................................... 16

Accommodation ............................................................................................................................................... 18

Spaces for learning ........................................................................................................................................... 22

Support and facilities ........................................................................................................................................ 24

International and EU students ........................................................................................................................... 26

Fees and funding .............................................................................................................................................. 28

How to apply .................................................................................................................................................... 30

Visit us .............................................................................................................................................................. 34

Contact us ........................................................................................................................................................ 35

Course information – Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Institute of Criminal Justice Studies ................... 36Postgraduate research opportunities in criminal justice studies ....................................... 37MSc Counter Fraud and Counter Corruption Studies .................................................................. 39MSc Crime Science, Investigation and Intelligence ..................................................... 40MSc Criminology and Criminal Justice .................. 41MSc Criminology and Criminal Psychology ........... 42MSc International Criminal Justice ........................ 43MSc Policing, Policy and Leadership .................... 44MSc Security Management ................................... 45Professional Doctorate in Criminal Justice (DCrimJ) ................................................... 46Professional Doctorate in Security Risk Management (DSyRM) ................................... 47

School of Education and Continuing Studies .... 48Postgraduate research opportunities in education and continuing studies .......................... 49MA Education Studies ........................................... 51MSc Educational Leadership and Management ......................................................... 52MA Learning and Teaching .................................... 53PGCE Post Compulsory Education – Postgraduate and Professional .............................. 54PGCE Professional/Postgraduate Certificate in Education .......................................... 55

School of Languages and Area Studies ............. 56Postgraduate research opportunities in languages and area studies ............................... 57MA Applied Linguistics and TESOL ........................ 59MA Communication and Language Skills ............... 60MA TESOL Leadership and Management .............. 61MA Translation Studies .......................................... 62MSc International Development Studies................. 63

School of Social, Historical and Literary Studies ................................................... 64Postgraduate research opportunities in social, historical and literary studies .................................. 65MA European Studies ............................................ 67MA History of War, Culture and Society ................. 68MA International Relations and European Studies .................................................. 69MA Literature, Culture and Identity ......................... 70MA Naval History ................................................... 71Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) ................. 72MRes Humanities and Social Sciences .................. 74

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