International Students Postgraduate Prospectus

POSTGRADUATE INTERNATIONAL PROSPECTUS ENTRY 2017

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Postgraduate International Prospectus 2017

WHY STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY

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GRADUATE SUCCESSES

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STUDENT CASE STUDIES

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INTERVIEW WITH STUDENTS’ UNION VICE PRESIDENT

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BUSINESS LINKS

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INDUSTRY ACCREDITATIONS

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT

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IMPROVING YOUR ENGLISH

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TEACHING AND EXPERTISE

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RESEARCH

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YOUR FUTURE IS HERE

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RESLIFE

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ACCOMMODATION

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POSTGRADUATE COURSES

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DISTANCE LEARNING

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INDEX

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HOW TO APPLY

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To find out more visit www.staffs.ac.uk/international

WELCOME FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Our global economy is dependent on the graduates of tomorrow, so there’s no better time to gain a qualification from a respected UK university – a qualification that will be valued by employers in a range of professions across the globe.

Wherever in the world you want to work, you can be confident that a degree from Staffordshire University will prepare you well for your chosen career.

Through our links with business, we’ve designed courses that are relevant and current. This means when you leave us, you’ll have industry insight and experience to complement your academic qualification.

Professor Liz Barnes Vice-Chancellor

Your time here will be rewarding as well as exciting and challenging. We’ll support you from the day you apply until the day you leave – and far beyond.

We’re a multicultural university right in the heart of Great Britain and we have students from all over the world studying here. We’d love to welcome you too.

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WHY STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY With highly experienced lecturers, close links with industry and first-class facilities, Staffordshire University creates graduates who are ready for success.

Study with us in Britain and you will benefit from the highest levels of support from teaching professionals dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential.

You’ll also learn in an environment that will prepare you for the world of work.

Investing in your education Courses taught in the UK have to meet the highest standards – and at Staffordshire University we are renowned for the quality of our teaching. We have just invested £80 million to provide our students with the very best facilities and learning environments.

Improving your English The better your English language skills, the more you will gain from your studies. That’s why we offer affordable ‘Pre-Sessional’ English courses to help you reach IELTS 6.0 – the level required for degree study. Courses are taught on campus by our own tutors.

At the heart of Britain Our main campus is in the vibrant, multicultural city of Stoke-on-Trent – right at the heart of Britain. Manchester and Birmingham are 40 minutes away by train.

London takes 80 minutes by train. Bus services are reliable and low-cost. The road networks are excellent. Manchester and Birmingham International Airports are both 45 minutes drive by road.

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A reputation for research

Computing, Engineering and Sciences

We are recognised for outstanding applied research. Our research was classified as being of ‘International Standard’, with 78% rated at 3* or above in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF).

Our Computing courses include Network Computing, Computer Games Programming and Web Design, as well as new subjects such as our Big Data MSc. Our Mechanical, Electrical, Telecommunication and Automotive Engineering degrees are very popular with international students. Our Science courses span the fields of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Forensic Science, Geography and Environmental Management.

A truly international university At any one time there are as many as 600 international students from 69 countries on campus. Our active international alumni network supports our graduates long after they leave us.

Safe, friendly and well equipped We have 24-hour libraries, more than 2,500 networked computers and excellent academic, vocational and leisure facilities. Our modern student accommodation is safe, secure, well maintained and affordable.

Our subject areas Business and Law Almost all of our Business courses have been designed from an international perspective – making them well suited to students wanting a career in the global business marketplace. We are one of the UK’s leading providers of legal education.

Education awards We have been rated ‘Outstanding’ in every Ofsted (The Office for Standards in Education) inspection since 2000. Our Education MA is recognised for providing focused and critical examination of education practice, policy and research.

Health We provide high quality education across a range of Health Professions, Social Work & Welfare, Psychology and Sport & Exercise. Our courses achieve high levels of overall Student Satisfaction (National Student Survey) and all are taught by enthusiastic teachers & supported by great facilities.

Arts and Creative Technologies We offer an impressive range of creative and arts-based subjects, all supported by outstanding facilities. Subjects include Journalism, Film Production Technology, Music Technology, Computer Games Design, English and Creative Writing, and History.

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GRADUATE SUCCESSES

SUMAN NATH

SOPHIE PIEDALLU

JIA YING GNOH

India MSc Electrical Engineering

France BSc (Hons) Film Production Technology

Malaysia BA (Hons) Graphic Design

“The electrical and electronic engineering department at Staffordshire University is ranked high among the UK universities and was one of the reasons I chose to study here.

The course content and modules were very much industry orientated and well structured. I have now secured a graduate engineering role with WSP Parsons Brinckerhoff in Edinburgh.”

“The University facilities gave me the tools I needed to practise shooting, and the projects we did also helped me have a showreel to present at interviews. One of my favourite memories of Staffordshire University was winning two national television awards.”

“I graduated from Staffordshire with great employability skills and an excellent portfolio – something that’s essential in graphic design. I worked to real challenges and live briefs, developed great communication and presentation skills and won the London-based brand agency Coley Porter Bell Shine Award. This meant a £3,000 cash prize and a three month work placement. I now work for Coley Porter Bell full-time as a graphic designer.

It’s proper work, with real commercial value, for global brand owners like Unilever and Nestlé.”

Sophie now works in the BBC’s Elstree Studios.

To find out more visit www.staffs.ac.uk/international

MYROFORA IOANNIDOU

YUKA KIKUMOTO

JEGATH JISANGAR

Cyprus BA (Hons) Events Management

Japan MA Ceramic Design

Sri Lanka Applied Biomedical Sciences

“I’m now working at CISCO systems in London as an Executive Briefing Specialist – I have a massive passion for technology! During my degree, I did a summer internship at CISCO which meant I got to work on the 2012 Olympics in London. My lecturers at Staffordshire were so supportive, the campus is peaceful so you can really focus on your studies but there’s plenty to do – one of my highlights at Staffordshire was organising the Diversity Fashion Show and I was a member of the Women’s Basketball Society.”

“My goal is to be a world famous designer-maker. My influence and inspiration comes from a rich cultural background in Japan. I am proud to be Japanese; my work reflects my country, identity and culture.

My passion for industrial ceramic design brought me to the UK. I researched many universities about studying ceramics and found out only Staffordshire University’s MA Ceramic Design course specialised in industrial ceramic design – that’s why I chose it.”

Yuka recently took a paid internship at Royal Crown Derby, a manufacturer of high quality fine bone china.

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Jegath chose to study at Staffordshire University because of its accreditation from the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS).

“My coterminous degree gave me the opportunity to work at Royal Shrewsbury Hospital from my second year, in a multidisciplinary laboratory, and complete my competency requirements for IBMS while studying.”

Jegath now lives in Australia working for training organisation LTT. The company is a national vocational education and training provider that specialises in laboratory operations, pathology, health administration and building studies.

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STUDENT CASE STUDIES

MOHAMMED HASSAN Saudi Arabia BEng (Hons) Automotive Engineering

TEJASWINI NANDKUMAR SATHE India MSc Telecommunications Engineering “Life over here is really good. I met with so many new friends, and participated in so many events.

I will recommend Staffordshire University to my friends and relatives.”

THE BEST THING ABOUT STAFFS HAS BEEN MEETING SO MANY NEW PEOPLE AND MAKING LOTS OF NEW FRIENDS

“I love the student environment at Staffs. The people are really lovely.

The International Office, the IT technicians, award leaders – everyone has been so kind.

The best thing about Staffs has been meeting so many new people and making lots of new friends. I’ve found so many helpful people here who’ve brought me lots of happiness during my time in the UK. I would definitely recommend Staffordshire to other international students. There are lots of activities to take part in and the staff and the material they teach has been great.

The library is also open for 24 hours which is really helpful during exam time.”

To find out more visit www.staffs.ac.uk/international

STAFF ARE OPEN-MINDED, APPROACHABLE AND GET THEIR MESSAGE ACROSS WELL

JO LYNN CHAN Malaysia MBA

FISNIK RECICA Kosovo PhD Economics “The academics were very supportive.

It’s a quiet place – great for a PhD. I would recommend Staffordshire University. It has changed me personally. I see the world differently.”

“When I graduate I plan to apply for positions in Business Development and Analysis for Business Strategic Moves. Both Bachelors and Masters have offered exposure to these areas of industry - not just an eye-opener but an in-depth knowledge of the skills needed.

There is a very healthy international mix of students and the lectures are well prepared in terms of knowing how to teach international students. Staff are open-minded, approachable and get their message across well.”

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INTERVIEW WITH SWETHA REDDY, STUDENTS’ UNION VICE PRESIDENT

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Hello! I’m Swetha Reddy; Vice President of the Students’ Union at Staffordshire University, where I’m studying for an MBA (Master of Business Administration). I’m also an international student from India.

Tell us about you and your role?

My role as Vice President focusses on improving employability skills across the University, working in conjunction with the Careers Network. I also intend to increase campus vibrancy, hosting events which bring UK and international students together and to truly provide ongoing support for our clubs and societies.

What’s the best part about studying here?

I truly appreciate every single moment I have spent at Staffordshire University; it’s definitely the best choice I have ever made. I’ve met amazing people, some of whom will be my friends for life. I can testify I am very different from the person I was two years ago; whether it’s socially, academically or professionally, I have learnt a lot from my experiences at Staffs.

What does the Students’ Union offer?

We make an enormous contribution to academic improvement across the University as we can raise issues directly with the Vice-Chancellor. We organise Welcome Week which is packed with events to help new students feel at home and run some really amazing venues on campus. There’s also lots of clubs and societies to get involved in.

What would be your advice to any international student looking to study at Staffordshire University?

Be brave, make friends and believe in yourself. Be proactive and join clubs and societies. Grasp every single opportunity you are given. You are going to have a great time here and I know you will all be proud to be Staffs!

What’s life like as a student at Staffordshire?

The campus atmosphere is great, it’s happening yet still studious, it’s a welcoming and supportive place, very culturally diverse but also really well integrated. Everyone is important, we have a very inclusive ethos here.

I TRULY APPRECIATE EVERY SINGLE MOMENT I HAVE SPENT AT STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY; IT’S DEFINITELY THE BEST CHOICE I HAVE EVER MADE.

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BUSINESS LINKS

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We work with some of the biggest names in business and have built great relationships with organisations all over the world. We know what companies of all shapes and sizes expect from their people, so we can make sure our courses are current and relevant.

Our relationships with industry can help you to secure work placements and open up priceless networking opportunities with potential employers. We work with organisations such as: Bentley Motors Bosch Britvic Cisco Emma Bridgewater Epic Games Jaguar Land Rover Leoni Michelin Microsoft Pirelli Sony Vodafone Most students who complete a work placement are in work six months after graduating. So it’s worth speaking to our University Placements Team to find out how you can gain invaluable industry experience while you’re studying. www.staffs.ac.uk/careers

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ASSOCIATION OF PHOTOGRAPHERS

OUR INDUSTRY ACCREDITATIONS

CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANTS

INSTITUTION OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

Many of our courses are recognised, partnered or accredited by professional associations and industry bodies. Several offer exemptions from some of the examinations that lead to professional qualifications.

Our accreditations and partnerships include:

THE BRITISH KINEMATOGRAPH, SOUND AND TELEVISION SOCIETY

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AVID TECHNOLOGY, INC

CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF PERSONNEL AND DEVELOPMENT

CISCO

INSTITUTE OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE

ASSOCIATION OF CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS

THE CHARTERED INSTITUTE FOR IT

e THE CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF MARKETING

BRITISH PSYCHOLOGICAL SOCIETY

INSTITUTE OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS

THE BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCE

national association for higher education in the moving image

THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR HIGHER EDUCATION IN THE MOVING IMAGE

TOURISM MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT

To find out more visit www.staffs.ac.uk/international

We’re here to make sure your time at Staffordshire University is rewarding as well as exciting and challenging. From the moment you choose to study here, you’ll have access to a range of specialist support services to help you with everything from adjusting to living in the UK, to dealing with academic, health and money matters.

Before you arrive in the UK, we’ll support you with:

Then when you join us, our learning support services include:

• Travel advice

• Superb library and IT facilities

• Immigration and Visa guidance

• Language and study skills support

• Advice on your right to work in the UK

• Special ‘InfoZone’ sessions to help you get the most from your studies

• Healthcare questions

• Online Assessment Survival Kit (ASK) to help you plan that first assignment

• Intercultural mentoring • Advice on life in the UK • Downloadable pre-arrival welcome guide, packed with useful information

• Subject support, workshops and one-to-one support • ‘MyPortal’ – your link to our online services

Contact International Student Support Centre t: + 44 (0)1782 294539 f: + 44 (0)1782 294498 e: iss@staffs.ac.uk www.staffs.ac.uk/international

EVERYTHING I’VE LEARNT HAS BEEN CURRENT AND RELEVANT TO MY INDUSTRY

“ Everything I’ve learnt has been current and relevant to my industry.

With a degree from Staffordshire University, I’ll be able to establish a successful career as a Telecommunications Engineer and eventually achieve my long-term goal to become an academic.”

Saleh Din, Global Student Mentor

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IMPROVING YOUR ENGLISH

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Improving your English and preparing to study in the UK If you need to boost your English language skills, Staffordshire University has a dedicated and highly professional team of expert tutors on campus to help build your fluency and confidence.

With inspiring teaching and a warm, friendly classroom atmosphere, our English Language courses are just what’s needed to improve your reading, writing, speaking and listening!

We offer a selection of specialist courses to get you to the required English level for your studies, and to improve your study skills so you get the maximum benefit from your chosen course.

Courses available include:

PRE-SESSIONAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMMES

FREE ENGLISH LANGUAGE SUPPORT CLASSES

These courses are targeted at international students who need to improve their English in order to meet our entry requirements for an undergraduate or postgraduate degree.

This is designed for registered students on campus who wish to improve their general and academic language skills.

Students study grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation, as well as learning strategies to enhance their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.

To find out more about the full range of English language courses available at Staffordshire, please visit www.staffs.ac.uk/international

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TEACHING & EXPERTISE

DR ABDEL-HAMID SOLIMAN Associate Professor in Telecommunications and Signal Processing

DR SITA BALI Academic Group Leader: History, International Relations, English, Sociology and International Studies Dr Sita Bali gained a degree in Politics and Economics from St. Xaviers College at the University of Bombay. She later completed a Masters and PhD in International Relations at the University of Kent in Canterbury. Sita has been a lecturer in International Relations at Staffordshire University since 1990.

Her interests lie in the politics of South Asia – particularly India, Pakistan and Afghanistan. Sita is also interested in the politics of international migration and refugee movements, as well as security studies – particularly migration and security issues and their impact.

Publications include articles on Indian politics and various aspects of international migration.

Dr Abdel-Hamid Soliman is Director of research students in Engineering, as well as an Award Leader of Distance Learning PhD and MSc Internet of Things Engineering.

After obtaining his Bachelor in Electronics and Communication and his Masters in Information Technology and Data Acquisition Systems, he completed his PhD in Image Processing at Staffordshire University. He teaches at undergraduate and Masters level in the school of Engineering alongside conducting his own research. His research focus is Smart Cities applications, especially Telecommunications, Digital Signal Processing and Internet of Things. In addition to his research activities, he is involved in several enterprise projects and consultancy activities for national and international companies. Currently, he is leading and involved in several European funded projects.

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NACHIAPPAN CHOCKALINGAM RUNE TODNEM BY

Professor of Clinical Biomechanics

Professor of Organisational Behaviour Professor Rune Todnem By is an internationally acknowledged leader in the fields of organisational change and leadership. He teaches on MBA, Executive and Doctorate levels, provides guest lectures across the University to undergraduate and postgraduate students, and delivers invited keynotes and leadership development sessions both nationally and internationally.

Professor Nachiappan Chockalingam directs the Biomechanics facility and leads the Biomechanics team. He is also an Affiliate Professor at the Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Malta and a Visiting Professor at Sri Ramachandra University, India. He is a Chartered Engineer, a Chartered Scientist and a member of various professional organisations, and has been elected to the executive board in some of these international societies.

Rune is also a Professor of Change Leadership at University of Stavanger (Norway), and co-founder and Chairman of the Public Leadership Foundation (The Netherlands). Being editor-inchief of Routledge’s Journal of Change Management, Rune is actively engaged in the development and publication of the newest research available. He is the co-author and co-editor of a number of books focusing on organisational change, leadership, ethics, and the public sector, and is continuously identified as being in the top 0.1% of scholars registered on www.academia.edu

He currently leads several research projects in the area of understanding the design, manufacture and clinical intervention using orthoses. These include a large European Union funded research project on Diabetic Foot and Footwear looking at the development of an integrated system for foot assessment. In addition to the recognition by the international scientific community, his work has also received substantial media attention. To date, he has numerous publications in peerreviewed journals, book chapters, and conference proceedings.

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RESEARCH

Staffordshire University isn’t simply at the heart of the UK. It is also at the centre of some of the outstanding applied research that takes place in Britain – research that makes a difference to lives around the world.

Carried out by leading academics, our research activities include economic, environmental, cultural, technological, scientific, health-based and social development programmes. As a measure of the quality of our research, 78% was rated as ‘world leading’ or of ‘international importance’ in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF).

Take a look at just a few of our research initiatives: Protecting the feet of diabetics Led by our Professor of Clinical Biomechanics, we are developing innovative ways of protecting the feet of people with diabetes. Complications arising from diabetes result in more than one million foot or lower limb amputations each year. As many of these amputations could be avoided by wearing specially designed footwear, we are heading up an international project to develop insoles and, ultimately, footwear that will protect the feet of patients and

prevent the ulceration that leads to amputations.

Helping keep society safe Video monitoring is vital to society. It keeps motorways moving, provides evidence in police investigations and can help prevent crime. Taking the advantages of CCTV one stage further, a system developed by Staffordshire University is able to track objects, analyse them and even report anything suspicious. Built using a sophisticated model that can replicate the capabilities of the human eye, the system is already proving valuable in law enforcement.

Developing sustainable energy We don’t simply work hard to ensure we are an environmentally friendly university.

We are also working to help the UK meet its renewable energy targets. One energy source that shows great potential is biomass – organic material that can be used as fuel. From our on-campus

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AS A MEASURE OF THE QUALITY OF OUR RESEARCH, 78% WAS RATED AS ‘WORLD LEADING’ OR OF ‘INTERNATIONAL IMPORTANCE’

European Centre of Excellence for Biomass, we led on a £6 million research project to advance biomass technology.

Along with partners from across Europe, our aim is to accelerate the use and development of biomass as a sustainable source of energy.

Combating stress in sport The difference between winning and losing in sport can often come down to how athletes cope with psychological stress. Our researchers have developed a groundbreaking method to help athletes react positively to the pressures of competition. Our approach, which turns stress into a positive, has been successfully applied to elite sports including professional football and cricket, and is also being used by a growing number of multinational organisations. Our researchers also worked with Team GB in the run-up to the 2016 Olympics.

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YOUR FUTURE IS HERE At Staffordshire University, we’re committed to investing in your future – literally.

We’ve spent millions of pounds on our university campuses, so when you join us, you’ll be coming to a place with everything you need to start opening doors and breaking boundaries.

In recent years, our Stoke-on-Trent campus has undergone a massive transformation, with the students at the heart of our plans. Our vision has always been to deliver a vibrant, dynamic campus with brilliant teaching and learning facilities, convenient public transport links and social areas at its heart. You will get your first taste of our £80 million investment into innovative teaching and learning spaces, specialist laboratories and studios, and updated social spaces across our campuses.

The Beacon building is a brand new three-storey facility at the heart of the University’s creative site. A modern and multi-functional space, it includes teaching areas, flexible, multi-sized lecture spaces, IT labs, seminar spaces, and a new public café.

On the other side of College Road you’ll find the brand new Cadman Studios, an £11.5 million development including

state-of-the-art TV and Music Technology Studios.

Also introduced in the Cadman building are our new Games Design studios, providing a series of refurbished flexible spaces, as well as a dedicated larger motion capture studio.

We’ve also invested £30 million alone on our dedicated Science Centre, which is bursting with cutting edge technology that ensures you’re at the forefront of scientific research and development.

Spread over three floors, the Science Centre is home to specialist laboratories for Forensic and Crime Science, Renewable Energy and Molecular and Biomedical Science, along with the allimportant coffee outlet to relax in.

To inspire our digitally savvy students we’ve spent £8.7 million on new Computing and Games facilities. This project, called Digital Kiln, merges

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beautiful learning space with state-ofthe-art technology to support all sorts of courses from Cyber Security to Games Design.

Housed within the Mellor building, our new computing labs expand our cutting edge provision, while new gaming labs drive our reputation as the leading University for Gaming Technology. Also included within the building are a suite of brand new bespoke labs for Games Programming, Networking, Mobile, Web Multimedia, Digital Forensics, Big Data and Software Engineering.

Our healthcare students benefit from two brand new Centres of Excellence in Healthcare Education, based in Stafford and Shrewsbury. £5.5 million has been dedicated to installing skills labs, social spaces and library facilities and specialist equipment.

At our Stoke-on-Trent campus we take Sport and Exercise seriously. The Sir Stanley Matthews Sports Centre is now home to some of the best sports and exercise equipment in the City, provided by leading supplier Matrix.

We’ve invested £1.25 million into our new exercise studios and gym facilities.

Alongside an extensive timetable of fitness classes students have the opportunity to compete with Team Staffs.

In addition, our halls of residence are newly refurbished inside and out, ensuring our accommodation really is a home from home. New features include USB plugs, instant hot water boilers, outdoor pizza oven, Bluetooth kitchen speakers and extra-comfy sofas.

Immerse yourself into our new campus and take a 360º tour of our facilities and accommodation www.staffs.ac.uk/ student-life/the-university

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RESLIFE Residence Life here at Staffordshire University aims to make your time here on campus the best it can be.

We promise to provide a safe, affordable, and comfortable place to live... but why stop there?

This place is full of kind, smart, funny, caring people from all over the world and we want to use that to create the best community that you can be a part of. Residence Life is about more than just giving you a place to stay at University, it’s about giving you new opportunities and life skills that help you become a more rounded individual. We provide loads of exciting things to do and think about - things that give you the opportunity to meet new people and learn something new.

We know that when you move to one of our residences you’re not just moving home, you’re becoming a part of a new community. We not only encourage a community atmosphere within our accommodation, but also throughout the campus and local area.

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YOUR GREAT BRITISH HOME We’ve undergone a huge refurbishment of our standard accommodation and can’t wait to share the new look halls and houses with all of our new residents. You’ll find our famously friendly community spirit everywhere on campus, but it really comes to life in our accommodation.

Not one to forget our roots, we’ve named all of our halls after the potters and manufacturers that made this city and community what it is. Now it’s all yours to explore.

All of our Stoke-on-Trent accommodation is no more than a five-minute walk from University study buildings and we’re right in the heart of the on-campus nightlife. Included with all of our Stoke accommodation is broadband internet access, utility bills, up to £5,000 contents insurance, and access to all of our Residence Life events - all for no extra cost! Our contract length runs from moving-in day through to the following year, and there’s no need to move out over any semester breaks.

For more info, just take a look at staffs.ac.uk/accommodation

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POSTGRADUATE COURSES 3D Computer Games Design MSc DURATION: 1 YEAR FULL-TIME

Course outline: This course has been designed with our industry partners and delivers up-to-date content using industry standard software that meets current and future demands.

It will allow you to develop and further your ability, building on knowledge and skills acquired in your first degree and expanding into areas related to computer games design.

It will enhance your abilities in research, problem-solving and management and you will apply knowledge and skills to solving complex design and 3D problems during your dissertation project. The course integrates current industry paradigms into both the assessment and research opportunities which aim to help you get into either the games industry or academia.

Module overview: • Advanced Games Environment Design and Research • Advanced Character Prototyping • Advanced Vehicle and Weapon Prototyping • Mobile Games Development • Computer Games Design Dissertation Graduate destinations: Our MSc graduates work in professional roles at top studios like Microsoft, Rare, Rockstar, Codemasters and Travellers Tales. Many of our students also go on to form their own companies.

We have students working on all sorts of games, from indie kickstarter games like War for the Overworld to the latest Xbox One titles and massive hits like Grand Theft Auto 5.

Career Prospects: Character Artist, Environment modeller, Vehicle Artist, Game Designer, Producer, User Interface Artist.

Email us to enquire about a course: international@staffs.ac.uk

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Accounting and Finance MSc DURATION: 1 YEAR FULL-TIME

Course outline: This course is ideal if you have a degree in accounting, finance or business management. The first four modules form the base of your studies and provide a solid grounding in the key aspects of accounting and finance. You’ll then study traditional and contemporary theoretical aspects of accounting and finance. The course includes a number of distinctive modules: Accounting Theory which addresses the underlying principles that lead to accounting conventions, International Finance considers the foreign exchange management of multinational companies and the research based dissertation allows you to further your knowledge in an area of interest that supports your career ambitions.

Module overview: • International Financial Analysis • Management Control and Internal Audit • Advanced Corporate Finance • Accounting Theory • International Finance • Economic Analysis of the Firm • Business Management Research • Option Module

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Aeronautical Engineering* MSc DURATION: 13 MONTHS STANDARD FULL-TIME 24 MONTHS EXTENDED INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMME Course outline:

Module overview:

The aerospace industry is one of the UK’s most successful industrial sectors, with its involvement in major international project groups such as Airbus, Rolls Royce and British Aerospace. Not every university that teaches engineering includes Aeronautical Engineering in its portfolio, but we’re proud to be running a new and innovative MSc course in this area.

Core modules:

The course is for graduates in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent, or possibly in Aeronautical Technology – who wish to expand and deepen their knowledge of aeronautical engineering.

You’ll cover a broad range of areas, including fixed wing and rotary aircraft, subsonic and supersonic flight regimes, aircraft propulsion systems, aircraft control systems, and materials. As well as taught classes, you’ll work in our extensive range of laboratories, which include industry standard design and analysis software, including Pro Engineer, Phoenix CFD and ANSYS FEA. The course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) as fulfilling the educational requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer when presented with a CEng accredited bachelors programme (or equivalent prior learning).

• Control Systems • Advanced Aeronautical Principles • Structural Integrity • Aircraft Propulsion Systems • Research Methods and Project Management • Advanced Vehicle Aerodynamics • Applied Structural Integrity • MSc Project Optional modules: • Advanced Engineering Materials • Technical Paper Authoring • Industrial Responsibility Placement opportunity: Industrial placements opportunities are available; we will provide support to help you find a suitable placement. Please note, for Tier 4 students, placements are subject to course content and immigration regulations.

Graduate destinations: Graduates from this course work in a range of technical, engineering, analytical, operation or management jobs within the aerospace and airline industries.

*Please see page 90 for more details of the Extended International Masters Programme.

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Applied Research MA/MSc DURATION: 1 YEAR FULL-TIME

Course outline:

Employment opportunities

The Applied Research MA/MSc can be designed by you to meet your career and research aspirations.

Graduates will typically go on to work in the sector they have studied, carry on to higher study (such as PhD) or take a teacher training route.

It can be studied in any academic area in the University in which we have research expertise. So anything from art and digital film to business management and sociology. The choice is almost endless!

It combines developing applied research applications with real world experience to improve your employability upon graduation.

Module overview: • A subject specific or negotiated module of your choice • Publishing, Presenting and Exhibiting • Applied Experience • Issues, Ethics, and Methods in Research • Independent Major Project

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Arts and Creative Technologies

by Negotiated Study MA/MSc DURATION: 1 YEAR FULL-TIME

Course outline: It’s hard to describe this course, because it is different for every single student. You’re the one who decides what you want to do (as long as it’s at a postgraduate level of study). All you need to get started is a project that you want to tackle over the course. This could be a book or film project, a portfolio targeted for a specific job, work for an exhibition, or something you always wanted to find out more about. These are just a few examples.

Armed with your proposal, we’ll find you a subject-specific mentor to help you put together a Learning Contract – your own bespoke course design that will allow you to complete your project. You can use your own experience and interests to explore a subject through workexperience. You can also use the

resources of the faculty – from teaching and research expertise, to workshop facilities and can even pick your own course title.

There are two shared core modules where, working alongside other students, you’ll design your Learning Contract and learn about research methods.

Everything else is up to you.

Module overview: • Approaches to Flexible Learning • Research Methods Seminar • Negotiated Project 1 • Negotiated Project 2 • Negotiated Study Masters Project You’ll also be able to choose two options from our range of postgraduate courses.

Graduate destinations: The course will qualify you to embark on further academic study at PhD level or move into a creative environment in the commercial sector, depending on your discipline.

To find out more visit www.staffs.ac.uk/international

Automotive Engineering and Autosport Engineering* MSc DURATION: 18 MONTHS STANDARD FULL-TIME 24 MONTHS EXTENDED INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMME Course outline: These two separate courses cover the latest state of-the-art computer based analysis and design techniques used in the automotive industry. They have been developed in conjunction with the automotive and autosport industry and will provide you with an in-depth insight into the key technological areas that are driving automotive / autosport engineering design. The two courses share a common set of taught core and option modules, before being differentiated by the masters project which is either automotive or autosport focused.

The course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) as fulfilling the requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer when presented with a CEng accredited bachelors programme (or equivalent prior learning).

Module overview: Core modules: • Control Systems • Design Technologies • Structural Integrity • Advanced Engine Design

• Research Methods and Project Management • Advanced Vehicle Aerodynamics • Advanced Vehicle Dynamics • MSc Project Optional modules: • Applied Structural Integrity • Sustainable Design and Manufacture • Advanced Engineering Materials • Technical Paper Authoring • Industrial Responsibility Placement opportunity: Industrial placements opportunities are available; we will provide support to help you find a suitable placement. Please note, for Tier 4 students, placements are subject to course content and immigration regulations.

Graduate destinations: When you graduate from this course, you’ll be qualified to work in an automotive engineering company at a senior level working towards Chartered (CEng) status. Or you could use the course as a good grounding in research techniques and continue your personal research interests to PhD level.

*Please see page 90 for more details of the Extended International Masters Programme.

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Big Data* MSc

Also available as Distance Learning

DURATION: 18 MONTHS STANDARD FULL-TIME 24 MONTHS EXTENDED INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMME Course outline:

Module overview:

This course is intended for computing graduates interested in the fast developing world of Big Data. You will look at the data management challenges presented by Big Data, at data analytics and at the technical challenges of the subject, such as virtualisation and data processing. You will be introduced to key concepts and technologies and will examine the real world use of Big Data. You will also complete an MSc dissertation on a relevant topic of your choosing.

You will study topics such as:

This new and exciting program is supported by recent investment in new labs and data technologies. You will work with open source technologies such as NoSQL data stores and Hadoop, and with virtualisation technology. You will have access to our virtual lab to support off-campus working as well as the opportunity to apply for a placement.

All of which means that when you finally graduate you’ll be well equipped to work in the field of Big Data.

Placement opportunity:

Email us to enquire about a course: international@staffs.ac.uk

• Data Harvesting and Data Mining • Managing Emerging Technologies • Big Data Applications • Distributed storage • Distributed Processing • Research Methods • Virtualisation • Data Modelling and Analysis • Dissertation

Industrial placements opportunities are available; we will provide support to help you find a suitable placement. Please note, for Tier 4 students, placements are subject to course content and immigration regulations.

*Please see page 90 for more details of the Extended International Masters Programme.

To find out more visit www.staffs.ac.uk/international

Broadcast Journalism MA DURATION: 18 MONTHS FULL-TIME

Course outline: This course is highly vocational and our students often progress into industry jobs before graduating. The course has full accreditation from the Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC) and you can take the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ) core exams.

You’ll work with a team of top journalists and academics. Key course tutors have over twenty five years experience of working in the broadcast industry, predominantly for the BBC and ITV. Others have worked as independent producers for companies such as Sky and ESPN. On this course, you’ll learn how to selfshoot and edit a TV package, how to present on television and radio and how to operate as a multimedia journalist.

You’ll also learn how to write news pieces (and present them on TV, radio and online), how to report, how to interview, how to use a TV camera and how to produce and direct in a studio.

You’ll use the latest industry-standard equipment and you’ll cover stories relating to events in the local community, national politics, international affairs, sports news and celebrity gossip.

Module overview: • Broadcast Journalism: Theory and Practice • Government, Politics and Journalism • Legal, Ethical and Regulatory Issues for Journalists • Specialist Broadcast Journalism • Journalism Studies • Writing for News • Multi-Platform Feature Production • Work Placement • Research Project for MA in Broadcast Journalism Graduate destinations: Recent graduates work at Sky, MTV, BBC, ITV and on radio.

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Business Administration Doctorate DURATION: TYPICALLY 4 YEARS RESEARCH AND DOCTORAL STUDIES Course outline: The world of business and commerce demands highly competent professionals – individuals who are equipped with the ability to make key decisions and face strategic challenges head on. If you want to be able to support your judgements with evidence-based data and bring measurable change to your organisation, the Doctorate in Business Administration is ideal.

This course (equivalent to the PhD) is the highest qualification achievable in Higher Education. It’s a natural choice if you’re a practising manager or senior professional practitioner who wants to pursue your academic, personal and career development beyond Masters Level through a rigorous and challenging programme of study and research.

The DBA is a broad and flexible researchbased programme incorporating six structured facilitated modules, a reflective-practice portfolio and a substantial research thesis. It’s a doctoral research degree that investigates real businesses and managerial issues via the critical review and systematic application of appropriate theories and research to professional practice.

As well as having an applied research perspective, this course differs from a traditional PhD in that it includes a substantial knowledge element, as well as the development of a research thesis. The informed element of the DBA focuses on both philosophy and methods of advanced research. It places a particular emphasis on the participative and action-oriented processes relevant to applied doctoral study of this nature.

Module overview: • Either three blocks of four days, or two blocks of six days, during years one and two • Research thesis supervision years three and four • Six taught and facilitated modules for the first two years • Reflective management portfolio developed over the life of the programme • Thesis submission at the end of year four.

To find out more visit www.staffs.ac.uk/international

Course structure: Years one and two: • Contemporary issues and challenges to management, and research methods and analyses. Research design, consisting of a literature review that reflects your developing line-of-inquiry, and the completion of the research proposal. You’ll also develop the first stage reflective practice-into-theory portfolio.

Years three and four: • The continued development of a reflective practice-into-theory portfolio, and the research and development of an extended academic project (thesis).

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Business Administration MBA DURATION: 1 YEAR FULL-TIME. INTENSIVE CORPORATE DELIVERY ALSO AVAILABLE. PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE

Course outline: The Staffordshire MBA is designed for ambitious individuals who want to excel and fulfil their true potential in private, public or the third sector.

The programme is built on a unique design based on the core competencies Strategic Agility, Organisational Agility, Customer Focus, Drive for Results, and Career Ambition which organisational leaders, senior managers and entrepreneurs depend upon.

Our MBA is delivered by an excellent team of academics and practitioners who have been selected because of their relevant industry experience and research expertise in order to add direct value to the delivery of their modules.

This team will facilitate the MBA candidates’ journey through our problem and practice-based approach, where theory will directly inform practice.

For more information and to apply, please visit www.staffs.ac.uk/mba Full-time module overview Teaching block 1: • Managing People and Organisations (15 credits)

• Strategic Marketing Management (15 credits) • Risk Management (15 credits) • Performing in Organisations (15 credits) Teaching block 2: • Leadership and Strategic Management (15 credits) • Option (15 credits) • Option (15 credits) • Option (15 credits) List of options: • Applied Psychology in Business • Business Law • Change Leadership • Contemporary Challenges in Human Resource Management • Cross Cultural and International Human Resource Management • Entrepreneurship • Financial Concepts and Practice • International Business • Operations/Supply Chain Management • Marketing Innovations • Project Management

To find out more visit www.staffs.ac.uk/international

Teaching block 3 (Summer): • Project (60 credits) Focusing on an actual organisational challenge with a focus on identifying solutions supported by secondary and primary research findings.

Graduate destinations: After completing the Staffordshire MBA, graduates take up on a wide range of opportunities, including promoted management and leadership positions in a range of sectors. Destinations our past graduates have gone on to include Harley-Davidson, Airbus, Corus Hotels, British Telecoms Global Service, IBM, Expedia, Adelphi Research, and the ACH Group.

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Business MPhil/PhD Business & Management MPhil/PhD Business & Management MPhil/PhD (Blended Learning) DURATION: 18–72 MONTHS, DEPENDING ON MODE OF STUDY FULL-TIME RESEARCH AND DOCTORAL STUDIES Course outline: We offer MPhil and PhD courses in Business and Management and Economics. We currently have around 40 students who study full-time, part-time or by blended learning. These students share and contribute to a vibrant research community that operates at the cutting edge of knowledge. There are Open Society Foundation Scholarships available on this course for qualifying students.

The regulations at Staffordshire University award a PhD to candidates who have ‘critically investigated an approved topic resulting in an independent and original contribution to knowledge and demonstrated an understanding of research methods appropriate to the chosen field, (and) presented and defended a thesis by oral examination…to the satisfaction of examiners.’

In your application, we’ll want to know the area of academic knowledge you want to place your PhD study and will assess whether we can provide supervisors who have the knowledge of your academic area. In order to succeed,

you’ll need to demonstrate capability in using research methods – we insist that all research students enrol on a University-wide research method course.

Routes: • MPhil/PhD is the most common route for Economics and Business and Management students. The MPhil stage usually includes a critical review of existing academic literature on the subject and often a pilot research study. This can then be written up (30,000 words) and successful students are awarded an MPhil. Alternatively, if you decide to progress to the PhD you can do so by a short report (5,000 words) that acts as a summary of the work done so far and a plan for the PhD itself.

• Direct PhD is more suitable if you already have a Masters degree in your intended area. For example, an MSc in Economics for a PhD in Economics. MBAs and other generalist business Masters qualifications do not fall into this category – so you’ll need to take another route (e.g. MPhil/PhD) if this applies to you.

To find out more visit www.staffs.ac.uk/international

Ceramic Design MA DURATION: 1 YEAR FULL-TIME

Course outline: In Semester 1, you’ll complete two design studio based modules. In the first – Tools and Techniques – you’ll establish a common methodology and practice of ceramic design. You’ll do this through a prescribed project, gaining theoretical, technical and practical knowledge, and developing skills ranging from traditional craft, to new technologies via CADCAM. In the second module – Collaborative Brief – you’ll work with external clients.

To prepare you for the February trade fair visits, you’ll also develop fundamental business and professional skills in Semester 1. These will include: Home at Earls Court, Spring Fair at the NEC, Maison & Objet in Paris and Ambiente in Frankfurt. Engaging in business and commercial dialogue will help inform and drive your study in Semester 2.

During Semester 2, you’ll negotiate your own programme of design research and practice through the Professional Pathways module. Building upon the foundation of Semester 1, you’ll either prepare for potential industrial placement opportunities in Semester 3 or formulate logical project proposals for alternative professional goals.

You’ll also study a contextual, theoretical module – Creativity and Innovation – to help you consider a variety of business and enterprise activities for your creative design practice. You’ll gain the knowledge, acumen and enterprising skills related to your proposed career in professional design practice.

Placement opportunity: Work placement opportunities can be found at many of the world-class ceramics companies in Stoke-on-Trent.

Students have worked with Wedgwood, Portmeirion and Steelite. Other students have taken up placements in their countries, for example working for Alegre in Portugal.

Graduate destinations: Graduates from this course work as freelance designers/producers, consultants and entrepreneurs. Many work in commercial studio practice – in areas such as design, sales, marketing and buying. This course produces highly successful design practitioners: of the 214 students who have graduated from the course since 1992, 182 (85%) are in design related employment and 147 of these are working in the ceramic industries worldwide.

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy PgDip DURATION: 1 YEAR FULL-TIME

Course outline: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is a type of psychotherapy that’s based on the theory that psychological symptoms are developed and maintained as a result of the interaction between the thoughts, emotions and behavioural responses of the individual. In cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), the therapist and client work together to identify and change thoughts and behaviours that may be maintaining symptoms.

This course will help you to develop the theoretical knowledge, reflective abilities and practical skills to become skilled and independent CBT practitioners with adults with common mental health difficulties, such as anxiety and depression. You’ll do this through a combination of formal teaching and skills practice – with feedback and supervised clinical practice.

The learning outcomes for the course are based on national guidance regarding the Improving Access to Psychological Therapists (IAPT) curriculum for high Intensity Therapists and the requirements of the BABCP.

Module overview: • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Theory and Core Skills • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in Context • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with Depression • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with Anxiety Disorders • Developing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Practice • Consolidating Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Practice Placement opportunities: Most trainees are currently placed in, or are seconded to an IAPT service.

Where this is not the case, trainees must organise their own placement, ensuring they will have access to at least eight clients with mental health difficulties. See www.babcp.com for details.

Graduate destinations: Successful trainees are deemed to be independent CBT practitioners and are eligible for BABCP accreditation. As such, most trainees work as High Intensity therapists within IAPT services or work for private organisations providing CBT.

To find out more visit www.staffs.ac.uk/international

Computer Games Programming MSc DURATION: 18 MONTHS STANDARD FULL-TIME 24 MONTHS EXTENDED INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMME Course outline: Building on the computing knowledge gained in your undergraduate studies, this MSc will enable you to move into games programming and gain an in-depth knowledge of related areas.

The course covers a range of topics, including 3D graphics using DirectX, artificial intelligence, physics, low level PlayStation console programming, and software engineering for games. Practical classes are taught using new high spec computers, mobile devices, and games consoles, including VR headsets and Sony PS4 Development kits. By studying this course, you’ll be at the heart of these exciting and innovative developments, and you’ll be well-equipped for a promising career in this area.

Module overview: • Game Engine Programming and Architecture • Real-Time Graphics for Games • Low-Level Game Programming • Game Artificial Intelligence • Concurrent and Multiplayer Games Programming • Professional Games Development and Research Techniques • Dissertation Placement opportunities: You can complete a 12-month industrial placement as part of this course.

We’ll provide support to help you find something suitable within the industry.

Graduate destinations: Once you graduate you will find yourself employable in a range of Game Industry software development roles, such as Game Play Programmer, Artificial Intelligence Programmer, or Game Engine Developer, as well as in the wider Computing Industry. High achieving students may also pursue specialist topics in game programming at the PhD level.

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Computer Networks and Security* MSc DURATION: 18 MONTHS STANDARD FULL-TIME 24 MONTHS EXTENDED INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMME Course outline: MSc Computer Networks and Security allows you to specialise in the study of computer networks and computer security. These two areas are strongly related, given the ubiquity of networks and how vulnerable they - and the systems connected to them - are to attack. Although computer network security is covered in the course, the course is a hybrid of computer network study and computer security with the intention to equip you with advanced skills in both areas. The networking topics utilise Cisco networking equipment and support material provided by Cisco Systems Inc.

Module overview: • Networking Concepts (Two weeks pre-enrolment) • Research Methods • Professional Switched Networks • Network Security • Computer Security: Low-Level Virtualisation • Advanced Quality of Service Techniques over a Converged Network • Professional Routed Networks • Maintaining a Converged IP Based Network • Dissertation (60 credits) Placement opportunity: Industrial placements opportunities are available; we will provide support to help you find a suitable placement. Please note, for Tier 4 students, placements are subject to course content and immigration regulations.

Graduate destinations:

*Please see page 90 for more details of the Extended International Masters Programme.

The majority of our students return to their home countries and take up network engineer posts or support roles.

Some students find employment in the UK, for example as network engineers for local councils, as consultants, or as network support/design engineers in a variety of companies.

To find out more visit www.staffs.ac.uk/international

Computer Science* MSc

Also available as Distance Learning

DURATION: 18 MONTHS STANDARD FULL-TIME 24 MONTHS EXTENDED INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMME Course outline:

• Project and Change Management

This Masters degree course is designed to broaden your understanding and knowledge of computing science, and enhance your ability to apply this within industry or commerce. In addition to an in-depth knowledge of state-of-the-art technologies, you’ll also develop your competence and ability to apply them – particularly through the opportunity to work in industry as part of your course.

• Location Aware Mobile Application Development

Module overview:

• Enterprise Applications

Core Modules:

• Android Application Development • Application Development for iOS Devices • Enterprise Mobility • Mobile Computing and Wireless • Database Design and Development • Engineering Internet Applications • Information Systems Analysis Modelling and Design

• Managing Emerging Technologies

• Knowledge Management

• Research Methods

• Survey Design and Statistical Analysis

• MSc Dissertation Optional Modules (Indicative List):

Placement opportunity:

• Digital Forensics Fundamentals

Industrial placements opportunities are available; we will provide support to help you find a suitable placement. Please note, for Tier 4 students, placements are subject to course content and immigration regulations.

• Malware Analysis and Reverse Engineering

Graduate destinations:

• Programming for Web Applications • Operational & Analytical Databases • Cybercrime Forensic Analysis

• Media Editing and Multimedia Applications • Mobile Web and Multimedia • Multimedia Research • Information Systems Management and Strategy • IT Infrastructure

You’ll graduate as a computing professional, with a broad and deep knowledge of technical material and an ability to apply it. You’ll be adept at delivering IT solutions and systems for industry and commerce – and prepared for a successful career in academia or industry.

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Creative Futures Programme MA DURATION: 1 YEAR OF TAUGHT MODULES + MASTERS PROJECT

Creative Futures: • 3D Design • Advertising and Brand Management • Animation • Applied Theatre • Contemporary Art Practice • Design • Graphic Design • Heritage and Culture • Illustration • Photography • Product Design • Surface Pattern Design • Textile Design • VFX • Writing Course outline: Whether you’re a recent graduate or an established practitioner, Creative Futures offers you the chance to continue to develop your discipline at Masters level.

You’ll gain advanced creative, technical and business skills, a sophisticated understanding of the business environment and a formalised work experience placement. This will enhance your appeal in the job market and/or provide you with the tools needed to set up in freelance practice or to establish your own business.

You’ll receive tuition in business skills that are designed and delivered specifically for creative practitioners, as well as access to our extensive workshops and specialist facilities. The course is designed to provide maximum flexibility and you can study on a full-time or parttime basis. All modules have an extensive Distance Learning component, combined with intensive, full-day workshops.

Module overview: • Creativity and Enterprise • Developing Knowledge, Creative, Technical, Digital and Business Skills • Creative Futures: Work Practice • Creative Futures: Masters Project You’ll also have the opportunity to choose from the following option modules: • The Marketing Context • Design Management • Creativity and Innovation • New Media and Society • Culture and Identity • Advanced Character Prototyping • Theory and Practice of Mentoring

To find out more visit www.staffs.ac.uk/international

Also available as Distance Learning

Cyber Security* MSc

DURATION: 18 MONTHS STANDARD FULL-TIME 24 MONTHS EXTENDED INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMME Course outline: The course is intended for computing graduates with an interest in cyber security. You are likely to have a first degree, or to have studied relevant modules in Networks or Digital Forensics or Computer Security. On the MSc Cyber Security you will learn how to assess, assure and ensure the normal operations of an informational infrastructure. You will become highly competent in offensive and defensive Cyber Operations. You will be able to intercept, collect, analyse and respond to events in, from and through cyberspace, with the additional opportunity to apply for a placement.

You will study the concepts which underpin Cyber Security, developing your practical skills in hands-on sessions in our well-equipped specialist laboratories.

You will also acquire the underpinning knowledge required to take industryrecognised certifications in EnCase, xRY and Certified Ethical Hacking. (These certifications are not delivered by the University and extra costs will be involved).

*Please see page 90 for more details of the Extended International Masters Programme.

Module overview: • Computer Security – Low Level • Cyber Operations • Network Security • Malware Analysis & Reverse Engineering • Research Methods • Computer Security – High Level (or Penetration Testing) • Digital Forensics and Incidence Response • Operating Systems Security • Dissertation Placement opportunity: Industrial placements opportunities are available; we will provide support to help you find a suitable placement. Please note, for Tier 4 students, placements are subject to course content and immigration regulations.

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Digital Forensics and Cybercrime Analysis* MSc DURATION: 18 MONTHS STANDARD FULL-TIME 24 MONTHS EXTENDED INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMME Course outline: During this course, we’ll train you to become a digital Forensic Examiner.

You’ll develop analytical and investigative skills using industry-standard tools and techniques in a state-of-the-art digital forensic examination laboratory. The course will enhance your computer knowledge and your interpretation skills to achieve an expert status in digital forensic analysis. We have links with local and national police forces, private investigation companies and government organisations. Our staff are forensic practitioners themselves, and the knowledge and skills you’ll develop are taken from the industry, enabling you to prepare evidence for a court of law. During the course, you’ll learn how to examine digital devices such as computer, mobile phone and satellite navigation systems in a forensically sound manner. You’ll also become an expert in file systems, all aspects of computer security and ethical hacking using industry standard tools such as EnCase, FTK and XRY. Module overview: • Digital Forensic Fundamentals • File System Analysis

• Advanced Cybercrime Forensic Analysis • Forensic Investigation Project • Expert Witness Testimony and Digital Evidence presentation • Computer Security High level • Malicious Code and Reverse Engineering Placement opportunity: Industrial placements opportunities are available; we will provide support to help you find a suitable placement. Please note, for Tier 4 students, placements are subject to course content and immigration regulations.

Graduate destinations: On completing the course, you could go directly into the forensic sector as a digital Forensic Examiner, investigating crime committed using digital devices such as desktop computers, laptops, mobile phones and smart devices. Or you could look at hacking incidents and how computer systems might have been compromised. Our graduates have successfully secured work with police forces, as well as public and private investigation agencies.

• Cybercrime Forensic Analysis

*Please see page 90 for more details of the Extended International Masters Programme.

To find out more visit www.staffs.ac.uk/international

Digital Marketing Management MSc DURATION: 1 YEAR FULL-TIME

Course outline: The marketing profession has undergone a significant change in the knowledge and skill base required to meet the needs of a constantly evolving digital environment. According to the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) (2015) “Data is the currency of success. It is not enough for marketers to know that analytics and data science can help – they need to know how to use them to make good choices. They must take a scientific approach”.

The flexible nature of the course allows students the opportunity to explore specific aspects of the digital marketing debate ranging from new and emerging themes relating to branding, content curation and analytics. The course offers a clear update on traditional approaches to digital marketing. By integrating thinking from the Institute of Direct and Digital Marketing (IDM) and CIM we’ve designed a curricula with a strong professional and practical ethos, focusing on employability and continued professional development. The inclusion of a project as a capstone module is an alternative to the dissertation, providing you with the opportunity to focus on an issue that is relevant to your workplace or placement.

Our staff are at the forefront of key areas of the Digital Marketing field including Digital Marketing Plans and effective Social Media for Organisations.

Course Structure: Semester 1 • Scanning the Digital Environment • Strategic Marketing Communications and Media Management • Global Consumer Digital Consumption • Management Control and Internal Audit Semester 2 • Content Curation and Development • Global Strategic Digital Marketing Management • Work-based Digital Marketing project preparation OR Business Management Research Semester 3 • Co-creation with Brand Communities • Masters Work-based Project OR Dissertation

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Economics for Business Analysis MSc DURATION: 1 YEAR FULL-TIME (2 SEMESTERS OF TAUGHT MODULES + DISSERTATION) Course outline: MSc Economics for Business Analysis invites you to apply your knowledge of economics to the day-to-day challenges of business and finance. Business leaders today need to fully understand the market characteristics and wider-scale economic forces at play in order to take their organisations forward. Through a mix of academic theory and real-world insights, this course will help you develop a practical business-ready approach that can be applied to top-level decisionmaking in all manner of careers and sectors.

In particular, economics analysis is applied to fundamental issues related to the behaviour and performance of modern business organisations. In the

process of studying the theoretical concepts and empirical methods necessary for research activity in this area, students also appreciate the research process applicable to most areas of economics.

Module overview: • Macroeconomic Analysis • Economic Analysis of the Firm 1 • Economic Analysis of the Firm 2 • Contemporary issues in Applied Economics • Econometrics 1 • Econometrics 2 • Business Finance • Financial Reporting Analysis • Dissertation

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Economics of Globalisation and European Integration MA DURATION: 13 MONTHS FULL-TIME

Course outline: This is a unique course in the UK higher education sector. It is based on a special agreement signed by a consortium of nine global universities and supported by the European Commission’s Socrates Programme, as well as Erasmus MUNDUS. The course covers analytical and research skills in economics, particularly skills relevant to business analysis, and the opportunity to apply these skills to specialist areas of international trade and European integration.

Students on the course are from all nine partner universities and the teaching is rotated between all partners. Upon completion of teaching block 2, students return to their home universities for dissertation work. All modules are taught in English.

Partner universities in addition to Staffordshire University are: • Universiteit Antwerpen, Belgium • Università degli Studi di Bari ‘Aldo Moro’, Italy • Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium • Universidad de Cantabria, Spain • Université Lille 1, Sciences et Technologies, France

• Vysoká škola ekonomická v Praze, Czech Republic • Xiamen University, P.R. China • Universidade de Brasília, Brazil Module overview: Term 1 - Lille, France: • Advanced Microeconomics • Advanced Macroeconomics • Applied Econometrics • Optional skills modules, such as Mathematics for Economists or Foreign Language Term 2 - Antwerp, Belgium: • Economics of European Integration • Open Economy Macroeconomics • Economics of Globalisation • Advanced subjects optional course: Special Topics in • Applied Econometrics • Optional skills courses, such as Foreign Language or Academic Writing

To find out more visit www.staffs.ac.uk/international

Term 3 - Prague, Czech Republic: • International Trade: Theory and Policy • Advanced subjects optional courses, such as Special Topics in International Finance, Special Topics in International Trade and/or Economics of Regulation • Optional skills course, such as Foreign Language • Dissertation - Stoke-on-Trent, UK Graduate destinations: This bespoke course is suitable for graduates who have aspirations for careers in European or international organisations. Many of our postgraduate students are developing high ranking careers in government, international organisations, business and universities.

Some graduates are now employed in the National Statistical Office in Cyprus, with Deutsche Bank and IBM and have completed internships with the EU Commission. Many have also gone on to register for PhDs.

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Education MA DURATION: 1 YEAR FULL-TIME

Course outline: Our MA in Education delivers advanced academic and subject specific training in a broad educational context. Designed to develop the key skills required in a changing education sector, the option of specific pathways have been built in, enabling you to select areas of interest for future employment. The course does not lead to Qualified Teacher Status and requires attendance at taught sessions, so is not available in a distance-learning format.

Participation on this course will enhance your employability status and flexibility to move within the education sector, broadening and strengthening your understanding of educational issues and developing knowledge required for a range of professional roles.

Module overview: Semester 1 Core Modules • Learning and Assessment (30 credits) Option Modules • Education, Culture and Society (30 credits)

OR • Contemporary Issues in Early Years (30 credits) Semester 2 Core Modules • Collaborative Working in Education (30 credits) Option Modules • International Perspectives in Early Years (30 credits) OR • Educational Leadership and Management (30 credits) Semester 3 • Dissertation (60 credits) Graduate destinations: Once you have your Masters degree, you will have the opportunity to progress to our PhD and EdD courses, Doctoral level programmes aimed at helping you develop your capabilities even further.

To find out more visit www.staffs.ac.uk/international

Education (International) (PhD) DURATION: 3–4 YEARS FULL-TIME 5–6 YEARS PART-TIME (BLENDED LEARNING) Course outline:

Full-time mode:

Staffordshire University offers a PhD in Education. We have a vibrant research community in Education, and PhD students have access to research seminars in the Faculty and across the University. Students are supervised by research-active academics who are engaged in research on a wide range of educational issues. These academics regularly present their research at international conferences, and publish in highly regarded journals. All students work with a supervisory team comprising an experienced principal supervisor and a second supervisor.

Students undertaking the PhD in Education full-time usually spend 3-4 years on the programme. They are expected to be on campus in term time during this period. However, they may go back to their home country for fieldwork for 6-12 months, and return to the UK after data collection.

PhD students are required to conduct empirical research and critically investigate an area of Education to make an original contribution to knowledge.

The PhD is examined by an 80,000 word thesis and a viva voce.

The PhD in Education is offered as a full-time programme and as a part-time blended learning programme. Unless the candidates already hold an MPhil, they are initially registered as MPhil students.

Subject to satisfactory progress, they transfer to PhD status at the end of their first year (if full-time) or at the end of their second year (if part-time blended learning).

Part-time blended learning mode: This route allows the students to study in their home country for 11 months every year and visit the UK for one month in the year. When they are in their home country, they are supervised through Skype, email, and/or tele-meetings.

When they are in the UK, they have regular face-to-face meetings with their supervisory team. In addition, one of their supervisors visits the student in their home country for one week during the year to have further face-to-face interaction. Part-time blended learning students usually complete their PhD in 5-6 years.

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Electrical Engineering* MSc DURATION: 13 MONTHS STANDARD FULL-TIME 24 MONTHS EXTENDED INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMME Course outline:

• Advanced Power System Analysis

Global warming and drive for low carbon society is revolutionising the modern power system with increasing use of power electronics, integration of renewable sources and the increased penetration of embedded generation and the advent of micro grids.

• Research Methods and Project Management

The core technical areas are, power electronics for electric utility systems, flexible AC transmission systems, power system protection, analysis and control systems. You will develop simulation skills using industry standard software and hardware such as PSCAD/EMTDC and Matlab/Simulink and Opal-RT real time digital simulator. The award is designed and delivered in collaboration with industry including industrial visits and projects that are an integral part of the award. You will work closely with the PhD projects and gain experience in state of the art technologies.

This course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) as fulfilling the education requirements for registrations as a Chartered Engineer when presented with a CEng accredited Bachelors programme (or equivalent prior learning) and the Energy Institute (EI).

Module overview: Core modules: • Power Electronics in Electrical and Utility Systems

• Power System Protection • Flexible AC Transmission Systems and Custom Power • MSc Project Optional modules: • Control Systems • Energy Management • Digital Signal Processing • Digital Electronic Systems • Photovoltaic Technology • Embedded Real Time Systems • Technical Paper Authoring Placement opportunity: Industrial placements opportunities are available; we will provide support to help you find a suitable placement. Please note, for Tier 4 students, placements are subject to course content and immigration regulations.

Graduate destinations: There’s a severe shortage of Electrical Engineers worldwide, in particular the renewable energy sector which is expanding rapidly. Many students are offered jobs before they complete the course.

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Electronic Engineering* MSc DURATION: 13 MONTHS STANDARD FULL-TIME 24 MONTHS EXTENDED INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMME Course outline:

• Embedded Real Time Systems

This course provides coherent and up to date coverage of electronic engineering, covering microelectronic systems, VLSI, digital signal processing, research methods, embedded systems, analogue and digital electronics, and telecommunications. The approach spans specification and design to realisation, with particular emphasis on the application of industry standard CAD tools and DSP devices to develop solutions to practical engineering problems.

• Telecommunications

This course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) as fulfilling the education requirements for registrations as a Chartered Engineer when presented with a CEng accredited Bachelors programme (or equivalent prior learning).

Module overview: Core modules: • Control Systems • Photovoltaic Technology • Digital Electronic Systems • Digital Signal Processing

• MSc Project Optional modules: • Optical Fibre Communications Systems • Wireless Navigation Systems • Industrial Robotics and Control • Technical Paper Authoring • Industrial Responsibility Placement opportunity: Industrial placements opportunities are available; we will provide support to help you find a suitable placement. Please note, for Tier 4 students, placements are subject to course content and immigration regulations.

Graduate destinations: Graduates from this course work in local, national and international industries – often in research and development roles, although many progress to management positions. Many graduates pursue further academic qualifications and register for a PhD programme.

• Research Methods and Project Management

*Please see page 90 for more details of the Extended International Masters Programme.

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Family Law and Society MA (Blended Learning) DURATION: 1 YEAR FULL-TIME

Course outline:

• Regulation of procreation

In contemporary society, ideas of family, parenthood and healthcare are changing and this course looks at those changes in a holistic socio-legal context. The taught content includes the changing ideas of family, child protection and health care, regulation of procreation, elder law, capacity and the complex human rights issues that this changing society and scientific advances raise. This course is being offered as a blended learning course with a combination of face-to-face learning, as well as online support via our virtual learning environment.

• Capacity consent and disability

Module overview: Students may complete the required credits from any combination of modules available within the programme. The 15 credit single module Legal Research Methodology is a compulsory core module for all MAs running in the Law School. The 15 credit options include: • Human rights and the changing family • Elder law and decision making at the end of life • Child protection with a focus on healthcare

• Individual project Assessment: Assessment will involve a variety of methods to suit all learning styles including 3,000 word critical essays, poster presentations or discussion board contribution. The remaining credits will be awarded for a final 15,000 word dissertation on a subject of the student’s choice.

Please note: Not all modules will be offered in any single academic year, however every effort will be made to ensure that students’ wishes are accommodated.

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Feature Film Production MA DURATION: 1 YEAR FULL-TIME

Course outline: The MA in Feature Film Production is a new and innovative postgraduate course in feature film production. The course offers exciting opportunities to engage in a host of jobs and roles associated with filmmaking.

The course aims to provide you with enhanced competency and creative proficiency to postgraduate level in digital feature film production. In other words, you will make a feature film during your post-graduate study – learning about production and the film business as you progress. As a production team you will take on the roles involved in creating a feature film.

Feature Film Pre-Production You will learn how to write, develop and edit a feature length script, alongside pre-production planning, digital feature film budgeting, a shooting script and other associated pre-production planning documents.

Research Methods Seminar You will learn about the practice of postgraduate study, including literature reviews and quantitative/qualitative methodology.

Negotiated Learning - Film Production You will research into an agreed subject

area and complete testing to prove the validity of the research. The purpose of the Negotiated Study module is for students to explore a specific area within their chosen specialism.

Advanced Production You will explore the theoretical and practical problems associated with filmmaking, learning advanced cinematography skills, feature film production history and current trends.

Advanced Post Production You will learn about the development and influence of digital film post production, alongside historical techniques in sound and image Feature Film Production Project You will take on a specific role in the production of a feature film and support your fellow filmmakers. You will make major creative and technical decisions related to the final feature film working as part of a large team, completing tasks from the simple to the complex.

Graduate destinations: This course enables you to develop a wide range of skills within film making, providing you with the professional experience to pursue a career within a variety of industry roles.

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Health Psychology PgC/PgD/MSc DURATION: 1 YEAR FULL-TIME

Course outline:

Graduate destinations:

An accredited MSc in Health Psychology is the first step towards gaining Chartered Psychologist status and registration with HCPC as a Health Psychologist.

Graduates from this course can work in health and academic settings, including:

Through this course, you’ll develop your skills in research methods applied to health, gain an understanding of health psychology and consider the ethical and moral aspects of different approaches to health issues. You’ll also demonstrate the ability to carry out independent research.

This course is fully accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).

Module overview: • Core Issues in Health Psychology • Psychology Research Methods • Communication Issues in Health Care Settings • Impact and Experience of Long-term Conditions • Applications of Health Psychology • Dissertation These modules cover the core curriculum required by the BPS for Stage 1 professional training in Health Psychology.

• Teaching students and health professionals • Conducting research • Assessing patients • Managing clinical interventions • Informing health promotion and public health policy.

Entry requirements For the MSc an undergraduate degree in Psychology 2.1 (Hons) above or equivalent is required. Where it is not an accredited course we request the applicant provide evidence (e.g. a letter from the BPS) confirming that their degree is eligible for graduate registration with the BPS with their application.

Prof Doc you will need the MSc at Merit (60%) or above and have a suitable placement within which you can achieve the competencies. This must be 4 days/ week full-time or 2 days per week part time. You will also need to attend an interview.

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Health Psychology Professional Doctorate DURATION: 2 YEARS FULL-TIME

Course outline: The Professional Doctorate in Health Psychology provides supervision to enable you to develop skills in research, teaching, professional skills and consultancy. The course follows the framework for Stage 2 professional training in health psychology that is set by the Division of Health Psychology of the British Psychological Society (BPS).

Graduates from this course gain Stage 2 accreditation towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist and eligibility to apply to register as a Health Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). The course will equip you with D-level skills in research, teaching, consultancy, professional practice and behaviour change interventions.

The qualification provides a guarantee for employers and clients of competence in core aspects of health psychology and professional practice, including research, consultancy, and teaching skills.

Module overview: • Advanced Research Methods in Health Psychology • Teaching in Health Psychology • Consultancy Skills in Health Psychology • Professional Competence in Health Psychology • Behaviour Change Interventions Placement opportunity: You’re expected to arrange learning opportunities outside the institution, with the support of your supervisor, to ensure that you’re able to attain the competencies required on the Professional Doctorate Programme.

Placement learning will normally last for two years for full-time students and for four years for part-time students.

However, the exact nature of the placement will depend on your individual needs.

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HRM and Employment Law MA (Blended Learning) DURATION: 1 YEAR FULL-TIME

Course outline: In contemporary society, the world of human resource management and employment law has expanded significantly in recent years. The taught content incorporates a critical examination of the changing ideas within human resource management, the nature of the employer-employee relationship within employment relations, the employment contract and associated issues such as appointment and dismissal. The course also explores legal issues such as management of the employee within the context of discipline and conduct, performance, stress at work as well as traditional areas such as termination, redundancy and the role of the Employment Tribunal.

This course is being offered as a blended learning course with a combination of face-to-face learning, which will be supported by the use of online resources via a virtual learning environment.

Module overview: Students initially complete a 15 credit core module in Research Methods which is delivered in a condensed session at the commencement of the course in September. Students will then study a number of 15 credit modules which include the following indicative content:

• Human resource management in a contemporary world • The nature of employment relations • The socio-legal context of the employer-employee relationship • Recruitment and talent management • The nature of the employment contract • Management of the employee in the context of conduct and discipline, performance management and stress at work • Termination of employment including restructure and redundancy • Human resource management and equality and diversity • Management of employee benefits and rights including parental rights and flexible working Assessment: Assessment will involve a variety of methods to suit all learning styles including critical essays, reports, case studies, presentations and online activities. The remaining credits will be awarded for a final 15,000 word dissertation on a subject of the student’s choice.

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Human Resource Management MA DURATION: 1 YEAR FULL-TIME - PLUS DISSERTATION

Course outline: This course is mapped to the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Level 7 Certificate and Diploma.

It is a challenging programme that develops your strategic competence. It is intended to provoke and challenge you in your thinking and expectations about how and why we manage people at work.

The programme also challenges you to consider how different HRM approaches may be more effective in achieving corporate success.

You will study modules that are relevant to your work issues, and be assessed in an appropriate way, set by the University tutors. This means that you will achieve both a University award and a CIPD qualification. You will need to be a studying member of the CIPD. The membership fees of approximately £120 are in addition to the tuition fees and will be payable direct to the CIPD. Staffordshire University has over 25 years’ experience of preparing students for their professional qualification and many

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of our former students are now senior HR executives in local and national organisations.

• The course focuses on achieving professional capability in the key areas of people management and development.

• Integrates on and off-campus learning.

• The teaching staff are all either experienced HRM/HRD practitioners and/or hold a relevant PhD. Module overview: • Human Resource Management in Context • Developing Skills for Business Leadership • Leading, Managing and Developing People • Resourcing and Talent Management • Investigating a Business Issue from a HR Perspective

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The remaining two option modules are determined via student surveys. This ensures that the University is delivering the modules that are appropriate for the needs of our students. Examples of option modules available include: • Managing Employee Relations • Performance Management • Employment Law • Learning and Talent Development • Understanding and Implementing Coaching and Mentoring The final part of the MA consists of: • Research Methodology • Dissertation The dissertation is the essential component of this Masters course. It is a demonstration of your ability to research a topic using both primary and secondary research techniques. Considerable emphasis is placed on your ability to evaluate critically, to analyse, synthesise and develop a sustainable academic argument in the area of study, and to make significant comments on HRM in practice at the strategic level. You are supported by an experienced supervisor, knowledgeable in your chosen area of study and who will be available for support throughout the research.

Graduate destinations: The MA in HRM will enable you to further your career in Human Resources and upon successful completion, you will also be in a position to upgrade your CIPD membership to chartered or fellow status.

Graduates have progressed to senior HR roles at organisations large and small, both locally and internationally, including Alton Towers and Virgin Media. *Subject to CIPD accreditation

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Information Systems* MSc DURATION: 18 MONTHS STANDARD FULL-TIME 24 MONTHS EXTENDED INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMME Course outline: The MSc in Information Systems offers a bridge between technology and management. You’ll develop the knowledge and skills you need to be an effective practitioner in an Information Systems-rich environment. This course is ideal if you want to develop your knowledge and skills in this discipline with a view to moving into Information Systems management.

It looks at areas of computing that are fundamental to the use and development of IT as a tool to support the objectives of an organisation. These include IT for strategic management, IT infrastructure, cloud-based service infrastructure, database systems technology, and e-commerce.

You’ll also develop the academic and professional skills needed for lifelong learning and development – such as research methods, critical thinking and analysis, academic and professional report writing, and communication skills.

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Module overview: • Managing Emerging Technologies • Information Systems Management and Strategy • Information Systems Analysis Modelling and Design • Engineering Internet Applications • Research Methods • Project and Change Management • Operational and Analytical Databases • IT Infrastructure • Dissertation Placement opportunity: Industrial placements opportunities are available; we will provide support to help you find a suitable placement. Please note, for Tier 4 students, placements are subject to course content and immigration regulations.

Graduate destinations: When you graduate, you’ll have a detailed understanding of specific areas in Information Systems and the ability to apply this knowledge in an academic or commercial context.

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International Accounting and Financial Management MSc DURATION: 1 YEAR FULL-TIME

Course outline: The MSc in International Accounting and Financial Management is based on three interlocking principles of academic rigour, professional relevance and a strong commitment to employability.

Throughout the programme the emphasis is on preparing students for a career in business where accounting and finance knowledge and skills form key components. Students will study financial reporting, governance, risk and ethics, business analysis, and international corporate reporting, and will critically evaluate contemporary issues associated with accounting. The course provides the opportunity for its students to develop both technical and critical evaluation skills and the ability to apply decision-making in complex situations. It will equip students with upto-date knowledge of this fast-changing field, and help to develop analytical and problem-solving skills. The MSc in International Accounting and Financial Management will significantly enhance your employability and develop your career, whether in practice, the public sector, financial services, industry or commerce.

In addition to achieving an MSc, the course modules and structure have been designed with the aim of contributing substantially to the students’ chances of achieving success at ACCA professional level examinations. Therefore, while the programme is academically rigorous it is also very practically focused.

Module overview: • International Financial Analysis • Management Control and Internal Audit • Advanced Corporate Finance • Business Management Research • International Finance • International Corporate Reporting • Economic Analysis of the Firm • Option Module

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International Business Management MSc DURATION: 1 YEAR FULL-TIME 14 MONTHS - FULL-TIME (IF JOINING ON THE PRE-MASTERS BEFORE PROGRESSING) 18 MONTHS - FULL-TIME (EXTENDED PROGRAMME)

Course outline: This MSc in International Business Management will enable you to develop a thorough knowledge of the key concepts of human resource management, finance, marketing, business strategy and supply chain management in the context of international business. You will have the opportunity to participate in a residential course in a European City, as part of the option module International Consultancy in Action, involving visits to foreign national and multi-national companies in the service and manufacturing sectors.

This course prepares graduates for more challenging management and leadership roles, which is key to your achieving your future career ambitions.

Module Overview: Term 1: • Leading Managing & Developing People • Scanning the Global Digital Environment • International Financial Analysis • International Business Management

Term 2 • International Strategic Management • International Supply Chain Management • HRM in a Global Context • An option module is chosen by the student (from the following: Project Management International Financial Management, International Consultancy in Action, Marketing Innovations) Term 3 • Research methods for international business • Masters dissertation in international business management Assessments: A wide variety of assessment vehicles are used to test your learning throughout the course. Methods include presentations, team projects, individual reports, debates and examinations. Assessment varies between modules but the overall strategy is to have a balanced set of assessments across a variety of methods that will include examinations, assignments, group and/or individual presentation, open analysis cases,

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portfolios, projects and dissertations.

Assessments are written to ensure they test each of the module learning outcomes and reinforce a ‘problem and practice based learning’ approach.

Graduate Destinations: This course is suitable for graduates who are planning careers in large-scale international organisations, high-profile positions in government, universities and both the public and the private sectors.

Many of our students go on to register for PhDs.

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Internet of Things* MSc DURATION: 18 MONTHS STANDARD FULL-TIME 24 MONTHS EXTENDED INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMME Course outline: The Internet of Things is the trend for environments and devices to become more connected and to have more information associated with them. It is about the ability to exploit information from a diverse range of objects and provide analysis and services using that data. Our MSc is a new and exciting course intended for computing graduates who have a specific interest in Internet of Things technologies, such as sensor networks and emerging technologies.

You will study the concepts which underpin the Internet of Things and will develop your practical skills in hands-on sessions in our well-equipped facilities which include specialist laboratories for Embedded Systems and Networking.

You will be encouraged to apply for a placement.

You will complete a two week preliminary course in Concepts of Internet of Things which will introduce you to underpinning concepts including networking concepts.

You will then study eight modules and will complete a dissertation.

Module overview: • Real Time Software Design for the Internet of Things • Mobile Computing and Wireless • Management of Emerging Technologies • Virtualisation • Research Methods • Internet of Things: Smart Sensor Networks • Embedded Program Techniques for the Internet of Things • Option Module • Dissertation Placement opportunity: Industrial placements opportunities are available; we will provide support to help you find a suitable placement. Please note, for Tier 4 students, placements are subject to course content and immigration regulations.

*Please see page 90 for more details of the Extended International Masters Programme.

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Internet of Things - Engineering* MSc DURATION: 18 MONTHS STANDARD FULL-TIME 24 MONTHS EXTENDED INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMME Course outline: This course is designed to prepare you to join the fast growing market of the Internet of Things as it is expected that by 2020 nearly 26 billion physical devices will be transmitting data to each other via the Internet according to research studies. The Internet of Things Engineering course will provide you with deep understanding of different technologies needed to integrate together in order to produce innovative solutions to the existing real-life problems. The structure of the Internet of Things Engineering course has been designed such that you can become specialists in problem-solving and project management within the area of Internet of Things Engineering applications which are currently at the leading edge of your chosen field.

This course will allow you to practise scientific methods such as statement of problem, hypotheses, simulation, design of experiments, technical writing and presentation.

By joining the Internet of Things Engineering course, you will be able to make full use of all the available lab facilities in addition to the latest equipment and software bought specifically for this course which will help in the development of the much required practical skills of students

through using these latest cutting edge technologies. As part of the teaching and learning process, it is expected that visits to local engineering companies will be organised. This will allow you to see your academic work in the context of industrial practice.

Module overview: Core modules: • Smart Sensing & Actuating Systems • Internet of Things Technologies and Applications • WSN & IOT: Principles and Practices • Optical Fibre Communication Systems • Digital Electronic Systems • Voice and Data over Broadband Networks • Big Data and Smart Cities • Research Methods & Project Management • Dissertation Placement opportunity: Industrial placements opportunities are available; we will provide support to help you find a suitable placement. Please note, for Tier 4 students, placements are subject to course content and immigration regulations.

*Please see page 90 for more details of the Extended International Masters Programme.

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Islamic Finance and Accounting MSc DURATION: 1 YEAR FULL-TIME

Course outline: Unlike the tumultuous recent experiences of banking sectors in Europe, USA and many other parts of the world, the Islamic finance and banking industry has been growing at annual rates of 15-20% over the last decade and is expected to continue in the foreseeable future. Islamic finance and banking has demonstrated itself to be a serious contender to replace much of the conventional banking and finance industry around the world. At the end of 2015, the global Islamic Finance Services industry was valued at US $2.1 trillion with expectations of market size to grow to $3.4 trillion by the end of 2018.

The supply of qualified professionals to take up careers in this industry falls significantly short of demand.

The success of Islamic finance is mainly due to a sound theoretical foundation based on: • Rigorous ethical principles • Interest-free banking • A system based on real asset and real business transactions – NOT high speculation and high risk activities.

The MSc Islamic Finance programme provides an opportunity to study the success of Islamic finance, to evaluate its principles and understand its unique approach to finance for today’s businesses and society.

Module overview: • International Financial Analysis • Management Control and Internal Audit • Advanced Corporate Finance • Business Management Research • Islamic Investment and Financing • International Finance • Islamic Commercial Law/Shari’ah • Option Module

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Journalism MA DURATION: 18 MONTHS FULL-TIME

Course outline:

Module overview:

This course is designed for those who want to fast-track into a career in Journalism. It’s a highly vocational course and has full accreditation from the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ). We have strong links with the journalism industry and our teaching staff have extensive experience of working in newspapers, online journalism, radio and television.

• An Introduction to Broadcast Journalism

You’ll work with a team of top journalists and academics and you’ll learn how to self operate as a multi-media journalist.

You’ll combine theory and practice within a lively and engaging atmosphere that mirrors the real world of journalism. The emphasis is on independent study and you’ll develop a portfolio in order to pursue your career aspirations.

• Major Journalism Research Project OR Major Journalism Dissertation

You’ll follow a programme of continuous assessment – including a fully assessed work placement – and you’ll have the chance to sit the NCTJ qualifications in Reporting, Law, Public Affairs, Video Journalism, Production, Portfolio and Shorthand.

• Writing for News • Legal, Ethical and Regulatory Issues for Journalists • Government, Politics and Journalism • Specialist Journalism and Placement • Convergent Newsdays • Journalism Studies

Graduate destinations: Graduates from this course work in a range of organisations, including: • Wall Street Journal newspaper • Bloomberg TV • North Wales Media Group, newspaper • Fenice Media in Birmingham • Capacity Magazine, London • The Sentinel newspaper • PR, Heart of England NHS • Great British Food Magazine (Deputy Editor)

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Law Research Degrees MPhil/PhD DURATION: 12–72 MONTHS DEPENDING ON MODE OF STUDY

Course outline: Law research degrees involve in-depth exploration of a research question involving personal research undertaken over 12–72 months under the expert guidance of a supervisory team in Law. You’ll complete a project of around 80,000 words, exploring your topic and producing a thesis from your research.

You will also prepare for a viva in which you will defend your thesis.

MPhil (40,000 words) • minimum registration • 1.5 – 2 years PhD (80,000 words) • minimum registration • 2.5 – 3 years Graduate destinations: Higher degrees are often required for senior positions in business and industry.

Many graduates establish successful careers in education/academia.

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Legal Practice Course (Blended Learning) DURATION: 1 YEAR FULL-TIME

Course outline:

Module overview:

This course is the postgraduate stage on the route to becoming a solicitor.

It represents a practical training for the solicitors’ profession, where you’ll learn how to put law into practice. Most students study the LPC after passing a Law degree or gaining a Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL). You’ll need to have a Qualifying Law Degree or have met CPE/GDL requirements before you start the Legal Practice Course. New for 2016/17 is the combined program from the LPC and LL.M in Legal Practice which is a full Master’s degree leading to a LL.M In Legal Practice.

Core modules:

Blended learning: This highly intensive route is available over one year full-time (around 32 hours of study per week), or up to two years part-time (16 hours of study per week). The course is taught 90% online, with face-to-face teaching particularly in relation to legal skills. You’ll need broadband access and other specific computer equipment, along with good IT skills, a high level of motivation and a disciplined approach to self study.

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• Property Law and Practice • Litigation • Business Law and Practice • Research Methods (LL.M Only) • Dissertation (LL.M Only) Specified Legal Skills: • Writing Skills • Drafting Skills • Advocacy • Interviewing Skills • Practical Legal Research • Pervasive areas of Professional Conduct and Regulation • Wills and Administration of Estates • Solicitors’ Accounts Rules

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Optional modules may include: • Corporate and Commercial Client • Commercial Property • Employment Law • Family Law • Advanced Criminal Practice • Advanced Civil Litigation and Dispute Resolution • Public Child Law (Child Care Proceedings) • Private Client Optional top up LLM in Legal Practice provides an insight into the topical issues in legal practices, both nationally and internationally.

Graduate destinations: We offer ongoing careers advice to help you make the most of the opportunities available. Our longstanding links with national and local practices help us advise you on a range of options. You may start your LPC with a training contract, or find one during the year you are with us. Students also find that the skills and experience they gain enables them to work as paralegals until the start of their training contract.

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Mechanical Engineering* MSc DURATION: 13 MONTHS STANDARD FULL-TIME 24 MONTHS EXTENDED INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMME Course outline:

Module overview:

Highly qualified mechanical engineers command a high salary and are extremely sought after. This course will provide you with significant skills in the major engineering functions, allowing you to work in a senior technical or project management role within industry.

Core modules:

The course consists of eight taught modules plus a major personal project leading to a written thesis. The taught modules cover the broad range of activities involved in designing and validating new products and machinery.

You’ll study topics such as solid and surface modelling, rapid prototyping, finite element analysis, advanced materials and thermodynamics.

You can develop the subject area of your final thesis with your supervisor to suit your own aspirations and interests.

The course is accredited by the Institution Of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) as fulfilling the educational requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer when presented with a CEng accredited bachelors programme (or equivalent prior learning).

*Please see page 90 for more details of the Extended International Masters Programme.

• Control Systems • Design Technologies for Masters • Structural Integrity • Energy Management • Research Methods and Project Management • Applied Structural Integrity • Advanced Engineering Materials • MSc Project Optional modules: • Sustainable Design and Manufacture • Industrial Robotics and Control • Technical Paper Authoring Graduate destinations: Graduates from this course work in manufacturing and engineering at a senior level. Most work towards Chartered (CEng) status. If you prefer, you could use the course as grounding in research techniques to continue your personal research interests to PhD level.

Placement opportunity: Industrial placements opportunities are available; we will provide support to help you find a suitable placement. Please note, for Tier 4 students, placements are subject to course content and immigration regulations.

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Mechatronics* MSc DURATION: 13 MONTHS STANDARD FULL-TIME 24 MONTHS EXTENDED INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMME Course outline:

• Design Technologies for Masters

Mechatronics is a unique study area that integrates mechanical, electronic and control engineering to create the complex systems that underpin modern automated processes. This course will provide you with coherent and up to date coverage of mechatronics, with specialist modules available in mechanical, electronic and robotics areas. The approach spans specification and design to realisation, with particular emphasis on the application of industry standard CAD tools and DSP devices to develop solutions to practical engineering problems.

• Structural Integrity

The course is accredited by the Institution Of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) as fulfilling the educational requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer when presented with a CEng accredited bachelors programme (or equivalent prior learning).

Module overview: Core modules: • Controls Systems

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• Energy Management • Research Methods and Project Management • Advanced Engineering Materials • MSc Project Optional modules: • Sustainable Design and Manufacture • Industrial Robotics and Control • Technical Paper Authoring Placement opportunity: Industrial placements opportunities are available; we will provide support to help you find a suitable placement. Please note, for Tier 4 students, placements are subject to course content and immigration regulations.

Graduate destinations: Graduates from this course work in local, national and international industries. Many start off in research and development roles, before progressing to management positions. Alternatively, you could pursue further academic qualifications and register for a PhD programme.

*Please see page 90 for more details of the Extended International Masters Programme.

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Mobile Device Application Development* MSc

Also available as Distance Learning

DURATION: 18 MONTHS STANDARD FULL-TIME 24 MONTHS EXTENDED INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMME Course outline: This course is ideal if you’re a Computingrelated graduate who wants to develop the key skills needed to create applications for phones, tablets, and other mobile devices. As well as downloadable applications for the consumer market, you’ll learn to create mobile clients for larger computer systems and will need to be an experienced programmer before you start. Core modules on the course will teach you the programming and software engineering skills needed to develop and publish applications on three of the most popular mobile platforms: Android (Java), iOS (Objective-C/Swift) and Windows Phone (C#).

You’ll study the design aspects of mobile systems, from user interface design to the design of enterprise systems that incorporate mobility. You’ll also complete an MSc dissertation that will involve researching and demonstrating advanced techniques in mobile application development.

Our laboratories are equipped with high-spec PCs with development environments for Android and Windows Phone. We support iPhone and iPad development with a laboratory of iMacs equipped with the XCode developer toolset. You’ll have access to a variety of mobile devices available for application deployment and testing.

Module overview: • Enterprise Mobility • Android Application Development • Advanced Android Application Development • Location Aware Mobile Application Development • Application Development for iOS Devices • Managing Emerging Technologies • Research Methods • MSc Dissertation • Plus one option from a selection of Masters-level Computing Modules Placement opportunity: Industrial placements opportunities are available; we will provide support to help you find a suitable placement. Please note, for Tier 4 students, placements are subject to course content and immigration regulations.

Graduate destinations: When you graduate from this course, you’ll be well equipped to become an independent developer of mobile applications, as well as to work in the computing industry developing mobile clients and systems.

*Please see page 90 for more details of the Extended International Masters Programme.

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Music Production MA DURATION: 12-18 MONTHS FULL-TIME

Course outline:

Module Overview

The course gives students the opportunity to develop their existing creative music production skills utilising the resources of our experienced staff and world-class facilities. Students who complete the course will be equipped with the skillsets necessary to compete for work related to music and sound production in the highly competitive environments of the creative industries.

• Modern Composition in Context

Music production today not only involves being able to record, mix, and edit music in a variety of different genres and situations, it also involves an understanding of composition and arranging, an ability to work in different software environments with a high level of competence, an understanding of performance practices in different contexts, and an understanding of the relationships between music, sound and other media.

• Creative Music Software Design

There are opportunities to develop all of these skills on the course, always with an emphasis on creativity and underpinned by rigorous academic thinking. Successful students will therefore be able to progress to further postgraduate research if they wish to do so.

• Audio Visual Composition • Negotiated Study: Music • Option module (Options include Advanced Recording Techniques, Mixing Techniques, Acoustics, Mastering and Signal Processing • Research Methods for Music • Performance Practices • Option module (Options include Pro Tools for Music Production, Mastering Techniques, Electronics for Musicians) • MA Project Graduate Destinations Just some of the routes taken by our students after graduating: • Software engineering (SSL) • Environmental acoustics (RPS Group Acoustic Consultants, Hann Tucker Associates) • Education • Live sound • Film sound

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Music Technology MSc DURATION: MINIMUM 12-18 MONTHS FULL-TIME

Course outline:

• Applied Acoustics (Option)

This course is for students who wish to develop a deep understanding of the technologies and principles behind modern music production and distribution. In addition to gaining the skills you need to analyse and evaluate modern music technology systems, you’ll also have the opportunity to undertake practical music production work using our extensive facilities.

• Modern Composition in Context (Option)

This course focuses on a wide range of creative and technological areas, including advanced recording techniques, acoustics, mastering, digital sound synthesis, music software development and sound design.

By studying the MSc in Music Technology, you’ll start your PgC period by studying three core modules and one option. For the PgD stage, you’ll study four more modules including one option.

In the final stage, you’ll complete a dissertation based on a topic agreed with your supervisor.

Module overview: Core modules:

• Pro Tools for Music Production • Creative Music Software Design • Research Methods for Music Technology • Electronics for Musicians (Option) • Commercial Recording Management (Option) • 60-credit Dissertation Graduate destinations: In order to succeed in the hugely competitive environment of the modern music industry, it’s becoming increasingly important for students to be multi-skilled in both the technological and creative aspects of the field.

The MSc in Music Technology offers an environment where you can develop your skills at a postgraduate level while working towards a recognised qualification. The course will help you to succeed – either through direct employment, independent business development or a freelance career.

• Advanced Recording Techniques • Negotiated Studies in Music Technology • Mastering and Signal Processing in Music

Email us to enquire about a course: international@staffs.ac.uk

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Software Engineering* MSc

Also available as Distance Learning

DURATION: 18 MONTHS STANDARD FULL-TIME 24 MONTHS EXTENDED INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMME Course outline:

Placement opportunity:

This course is aimed at graduates of Computing-related degrees who want to extend their expertise in Software Development. You will use the latest technologies from Apple, Microsoft, Oracle, Google and SAP, study cutting edge agile software development methodologies and techniques, and apply them in developing desktop, mobile, web, cloud and enterprise systems.

Industrial placements opportunities are available; we will provide support to help you find a suitable placement. Please note, for Tier 4 students, placements are subject to course content and immigration regulations.

Module overview: • Managing Emerging Technologies • Agile Software Development • Business Application Programming with SAP • Advanced Business Application Programming with SAP • Enterprise Applications • Research Methods • Dissertation • Plus two options modules which could be in mobile, web or database development

*Please see page 90 for more details of the Extended International Masters Programme.

Graduate destinations: There is a large and growing demand for Software Engineering skills worldwide. ‘Software Engineer’, ‘Software Developer’ and ‘Developer’ are among the most in-demand roles in the Computing Industry. The agile software development and SAP programming skills (supported by the SAP certification program) integral to this course are particularly sought-after by employers.

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Sports Broadcast Journalism MA DURATION: 18 MONTHS FULL-TIME

Course outline: The MA in Sports Broadcast Journalism is the only course of its type in the UK. It has provided professional opportunities in the world of sports media for many postgraduates who are now working at ITV, Sky, ESPN and several top football clubs. The course has been praised and accredited by the BJTC and is run by professional sports broadcasters with an exciting blend of practical and academic subjects.

You’ll learn the practical essentials of broadcast journalism including use of cameras, TV and radio studios and Final Cut Pro video editing. Newsdays replicate professional practice and you’ll report, present and produce to broadcast standards.

Other subjects include sports broadcast studies and sports law. You’ll also complete a six-week work placement in a professional setting and learn how to produce documentary features.

Module overview: • Sports Broadcast Studies • Legal, Ethical and Regulatory Issues for Journalists • Broadcast Journalism: Theory and Practice • Writing for Sport • Rights, Rules and Reality: Broadcasting and Regulation • Multi Platform Feature Production Work Placement • Research Project for MA in Broadcast Journalism Graduate destinations: Former students are now working for ITV Sport, ESPN, Aston Villa FC, West Bromwich Albion FC, and Perform TV. Others are working in a variety of roles within the sports media industry.

Email us to enquire about a course: international@staffs.ac.uk

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Sports Science MPhil/PhD Psychology MPhil/PhD DURATION: 4 YEARS FULL-TIME

Course outline: You’ll complete a project under expert supervision, exploring your topic and producing a thesis from your research.

MPhil involves development of research skills and an extension of existing knowledge

MPhil (up to 40,000 words)

PhD requires in-depth investigation of a topic and an original contribution to existing knowledge

PhD (up to 80,000 words)

Graduate destinations:

As part of your research development, you may also complete a short course (the Postgraduate Certificate in Research Methods) to build up your knowledge and skills concerning the nature and practicalities of academic research.

Our PhD and MPhil graduates enter a range of careers, with many continuing in academia.

The Faculty of Health Sciences provides opportunities for research to MPhil and PhD level or MPhil with transfer to PhD. The route to your degree will give you a unique intellectual challenge and an opportunity to work on a project indepth.

To find out more visit www.staffs.ac.uk/international

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Telecommunication Engineering* MSc DURATION: 18 MONTHS STANDARD FULL-TIME 24 MONTHS EXTENDED INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMME Course outline:

Module overview:

Telecommunication engineering encompasses the design and optimisation of communication networks for voice, data and multimedia applications. This course will provide you with an in-depth knowledge and skills of computer communication, telecommunication networks, project management and research methods.

The course will give you the knowledge and skills to enhance your career opportunities within the fast-paced and ever-changing telecommunications and related industries.

Core modules:

This course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) as fulfilling the education requirements for registrations as a Chartered Engineer when presented with a CEng accredited Bachelors programme (or equivalent prior learning).

• Control Systems • Cellular Network Planning Principles • Digital Signal Processing • Research Methods and Project Management • Optical Fibre Communication Systems • Telecommunications • Wireless Navigation Systems • MSc Project Option Modules: • Digital Electronic Systems • Voice and Data Over Broadband Networks • Technical Paper Authoring • Industrial Responsibility Placement opportunity: Industrial placements opportunities are available; we will provide support to help you find a suitable placement. Please note, for Tier 4 students, placements are subject to course content and immigration regulations.

*Please see page 90 for more details of the Extended International Masters Programme.

Email us to enquire about a course: international@staffs.ac.uk

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Web Development* MSc DURATION: 18 MONTHS STANDARD FULL-TIME 24 MONTHS EXTENDED INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMME Course outline: This course enables postgraduate study of both design and programming aspects of web development. You’ll have the chance to develop knowledge attained from your undergraduate study and expand this into a deeper level, learning new and emerging technologies. There’s an increasing need for new graduates with web development skills and knowledge appropriate for designing and developing applications for business and industry. As well as learning these industry-relevant skills, you’ll develop a strong research perspective relevant to issues and areas of web development.

Module overview: • Managing Emerging Technologies • Database Design and Development • Mobile Web and Multimedia

At the initial PgC stage, you’ll study four core modules. At the PgD stage you will study a further three core specialist modules plus an course-specific option.

At the end of the course, you’ll complete your dissertation on a web-based topic.

Placement opportunity: Industrial placements opportunities are available; we will provide support to help you find a suitable placement. Please note, for Tier 4 students, placements are subject to course content and immigration regulations.

Graduate destinations: After completing this course, you could work in web page design, database management, mobile multimedia development, multimedia research, e-commerce or general computer science.

• Media Editing and Multimedia Applications • Research Methods • Multimedia Research • Programming for Web Applications

Email us to enquire about a course: international@staffs.ac.uk

*Please see page 90 for more details of the Extended International Masters Programme.

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COMPUTING AND ENGINEERING

EXTENDED INTERNATIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMME With most of our on-campus Masters programmes, we offer the opportunity to study an introductory semester before starting your course. The introductory semester is designed to familiarise international students with Masters’ level study in the UK. On the extended MSc courses, the modules you study in your first semester will provide you with the academic, professional and technical skills necessary to succeed on your chosen course. So whether you have chosen MSc Computer Science, MSc Computer Networks and Security, MSc Aeronautical Engineering or any of our other taught MSc Computing or MSc Engineering courses, you will study the following modules in your first semester.

After the first term you’ll then go on to study the specialist modules for your specific course.

Academic English: This module will help you to develop your English Language speaking, listening, reading and writing skills and will introduce you to the conventions of academic writing.

Study Skills and Employability: This module will help you to develop the skills and knowledge required to support study at Masters level. It will also help you to develop skills that will aid you in the job market, looking at things such as CV writing and creating a personal development plan.

Computing Fundamentals: This is a double module for Computing students, designed to give an introduction to the fundamental concepts which underpin computing. You’ll be able to revise and refresh your existing skills to prepare for study on your specialist courses. Once you’ve completed the first semester, you will be able to study core and optional modules for your subject.

For more information about courses and modules, please see the course handbooks.

Engineering Principles: Created specifically for students on our engineering programmes, this module allows you to undertake a variety of practical, laboratory based exercises, giving you a flavour of your future studies and underpinning your future learning. You will have the chance to gain experience on software tools that might include product design using solid

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modelling, CFD analysis for aerodynamics and Finite Element Analysis for structural analysis. Alongside this you’ll have the chance to work in our new and wellequipped automotive, aeronautical and mechanical laboratories.

Mathematical Applications for Engineering Graduates on our engineering programmes should already have a strong mathematical knowledge, but this module will revise your existing knowledge and introduce you to some of the more advanced mathematical concepts deployed in the field.

Where appropriate you will utilise software to support and enhance the problem-solving and analysis techniques that you’ll meet in this module, allowing you to hone an essential skill for the modern working environment.

*EXTENDED STUDY AVAILABLE ON FOLLOWING COMPUTING AND ENGINEERING COURSES: MSc Big Data MSc Computer Science MSc Web Development MSc Computer Networks and Security MSc Information Systems MSc Digital Forensics and Cybercrime Analysis

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STANDARD MSc 180 CREDITS

MSc Mobile Application Development MSc Software Engineering MSc Internet of Things MSc Internet of Things Engineering MSc Cyber Security MSc Mechanical Engineering MSc Automotive Engineering MSc Autosport Engineering

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SEMESTER 2 60 CREDITS

MSc Aeronautical Engineering MSc Electrical Engineering MSc Electronic Engineering MSc Mechatronics Engineering MSc Telecommunications Engineering

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DISTANCE LEARNING COURSES Why Distance Learning?

Wherever you are in the world, Online Distance Learning with Staffordshire University means being able to study for a first-class qualification in your own time and at your own pace.

Online Distance Learning is exactly as its name suggests: studying for a degree or Masters award without actually being on site at your chosen university.

Instead of attending lectures, you study online, attend ‘virtual’ tutorials and submit your assignments over the Internet. Providing you have use of a computer with Internet access, you can study from home, your workplace, or almost anywhere you choose.

Online Distance Learning gives you the opportunity to study with a university that you would not be able to attend because of your location, or to fit study around work or other commitments.

Choosing Online Distance Learning with Staffordshire University means completing your degree, Masters award or Continuous Professional Development through an organisation with an outstanding reputation for excellence in the UK and Internationally.

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Advanced Technology MSc

Typically 3 years part-time

This course will allow you to study a range of engineering and technology subjects at postgraduate level. You’ll study four modules - Project Management and Research Methods, Advanced Technology, Specialist Technology and MSc Project and Thesis. The focus of each module is negotiated between yourself. Supervising tutors assist you in identifying and defining the detail of the module content, much of which is based on research and project work from a work-based setting.

Ageing, Dementia and Mental Health MSc

3–5 years part-time

This course is designed for professional and other interested individuals working with or caring for older adults with mental health issues. It’s designed and operationalised with the skill and experience of an inter-professional / interagency curriculum team.

Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology PgC/PgD/ MSc

1 year full-time

Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology aims to provide you with a critical understanding of current issues relating to the application of psychological theory to sport and exercise settings. Staffs offers the only online distance-learning postgraduate qualification in sport and exercise psychology by a university in the UK. The course has been developed for individuals who possess an appropriate honours degree in sport science or a related topic.

2 years part-time

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Applied Sport and Exercise Science PgC/ PgD/MSc

2 years part-time

We have over a decade of experience in delivering our online MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Science course. It has been developed to provide an advanced multidisciplinary understanding of the contemporary issues that apply to sport and exercise science. You will examine these issues using a mix of ‘discipline-based’ and ‘themebased’ fully online modules and produce a substantial piece of independent research.

Clinical Biomechanics MSc (Blended Learning)

Minimum 3 years

The MSc Clinical Biomechanics has been developed by research active clinical professionals to enhance your clinical practice by effectively applying mechanical principles in the management of pathology, human movement and gait dysfunction.

Computing MSc

Typically 1 year per stage MSc part-time

This course is for non computing graduates who would like to study the area of computing at a postgraduate level and undertake a dissertation of considerable depth at the end of the course.

The course includes the option of a placement in industry for a period of 12 months, which may give focus to your dissertation. Alternatively, you may research a relevant issue linked to your employment.

Computing Science MRes

Typically 3 years part-time

The Masters by Research (MRes) allows graduates from disciplines related to Computing and IT to develop their subject specific and personal skills through a programme of guided and structured research studies. You’ll complete an intensive programme of research under the guidance of a research supervisor who is a specialist in your negotiated area of research. The part-time route is great for existing technologists, lecturers and teachers in academic institutions and may produce outcomes that are valuable to a current or potential employer.

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Continental Philosophy MA

Minimum 2 years

Philosophy in the ‘Continental’ (or ‘European’) tradition is the most widely influential branch of philosophical enquiry. Not only does it offer intriguing analyses of aspects of human life and our world, it is also required reading for the study of social, cultural, political, media, literary or art theory.

Cyber Security MSc

Typically 3 years, or 1 year per stage

Maximum 5 years

Today, Cyber-Operators are required to have an ‘enriched’ background, drawing elements of practical experience from fields as diverse as sociology, psychology, networks and network security, computer science and computer security, information management and information security, software engineering and reverse engineering, and of course, the law.

The course will provide the knowledge of the latest cyber security principles, practices, tools and techniques, taught by a team of specialist staff in state-of-the-art, purpose-built, online cyber security laboratories. Graduates will be Cyberoperators, able to use ‘information’ as a defensive or offensive weapon.

Film by Negotiated Learning (Raindance)

1 year full-time or up to 5 years part-time

If you’d like to study filmmaking on your own terms, the Raindance Postgraduate Film Degree (administered in collaboration with educational partner, The Independent Film Trust) could allow you to achieve: • A Masters degree in a film-related field of your own choosing • In the form of an MA or MSc • In a way that’s structured to suit you.

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Forensic Science MSc

Typically 1 year per stage MSc

This course is delivered by blended learning, combining on-line VLE delivery of theory and four weeks of practical learning in on-campus residential summer workshops. This course builds upon your previous experience in the biological, chemical or forensic sciences to develop your ability to consider evidence in a myriad of forms with the ultimate aim of providing court-ready analysis and interpretation.

Gait Analysis PgC

1 year

On this course you study in detail the technology and equipment used for Gait Analysis with a strong emphasis on data capture, processing, analysis and interpretation. This course gives you hands on experience in using sophisticated Gait Analysis equipment including: an eighteen camera 3D optoelectronic system (Vicon) and related software analysis tool (visual 3D), four force plates (AMTI), an array of plantar pressure mats (1 and 3 metres) as well as in-shoe pressure systems, and EMG.

Health and Social Care by Negotiated Learning MA/ MSc

3–5 years part-time

This course is aimed at health and social care professionals currently working in a professional capacity within these settings. The course is suitable for you if you are an experienced professional looking to update your knowledge and skills and refresh your clinical or professional practice. It is also applicable if you are a health and social care practitioner at the beginning of your career, by enabling you to develop and extend your own tool kit of knowledge and skills.

Throughout this course, you will embrace responsibility for your own learning by becoming your own curriculum designer. Using initiative and insight you will identify what you need to learn, with learning intrinsically related to your personal and professional context. You will learn to reflect upon experience and you’ll develop new concepts, attitudes and behaviours to apply to future career aspirations. You will become personally engaged in learning in a way that is personally motivating and significant to you, resulting in a more confident approach to your professional role.

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Healthcare Science Management PgC

Minimum 12 months

This course is ideal for laboratory and other healthcare scientists. It will provide you with the skills and framework you need to step into supervisory and/or management roles within healthcare science. The course begins with an introduction to leadership and management covering the core principles and including some financial and business case planning. You’ll focus on quality management in the second module, with discussion focused on standards, providing quality service, audit and assessment, health and safety, critical incident management.

International History MA

Minimum 2.5 years

The MA International History offers an intellectually stimulating approach to the subject through a theoretically based programme that aims to provide an understanding of global historical developments in the twentieth and emerging twenty-first centuries.

Maximum 5 years

International Policy and Diplomacy MA

Minimum 2.5 years

International Relations MA

Minimum 2.5 years

Maximum 5 years

Maximum 5 years

The MA International Policy and Diplomacy addresses key issues associated with the way countries of the world co-exist, in the face of rapid change. The process of globalisation has increased the importance of policy making and implementation in a wide range of universal and regional organisations, as well as between states (and especially in a multilateral context).

The MA International Relations provides a substantial introduction to the main theoretical debates that shape the discipline and offers excellent preparation for undertaking a research degree.

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Master of Public Health

2–5 years part-time

This course is an internationally recognised qualification in public health. Public health practice draws on a wide range of academic disciplines and skills. The course will expand your knowledge and skills for practice in the fields of public and community health, providing broad-based training in the core functions and disciplines of public health. The course is based around the syllabus for the Part A examinations of the Faculty of Public Health and includes aspects of all ten competencies for public health practice.

Mechanics of the Diabetic Foot PgC (Blended Learning)

1 year part-time

This course focusses on how diabetes affects biomechanics of the lower limb, specifically the foot. While looking at the complications associated with the disease process, this course examines the impact of diabetes on musculoskeletal problems and dysfunction as well as tissue viability. During this course, you will investigate the modalities of footwear, orthoses and padding in the management of the diabetic foot and the effect these have on normal foot mechanics. You will also investigate how diabetic complications influence locomotion which will be tested within or state of the art Biomechanics and Gait Analysis Laboratory.

Medical Education MSc

3–5 years part-time

This course will enhance your skills in facilitating the learning of others within your own workplace setting. Completion of the Postgraduate Certificate stage provides the opportunity for accreditation as Associate Fellow with the Higher Education Academy (HEA).

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Molecular Biology MSc

Typically 1 year per stage MSc

This course is delivered by blended learning, combining on-line VLE delivery of theory and two weeks of practical learning in on-campus residential workshops.

This course is designed for professionals in health and related areas, such as pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, who wish to acquire knowledge and understanding of molecular biology and its impact on biomedicine and related disciplines.

It will introduce you to recent advances made in the study of disease, with an emphasis on how advanced molecular technologies inform and impact upon clinical practice.

Physical Activity and Public Health MSc

2–5 years part-time

Physical activity has been described as the “best buy” in public health. The increasing realisation of the importance of promoting higher levels of physical activity, coupled with the government’s agenda to reduce the proportion of sedentary and obese children and adults, requires a cocoordinated public health approach.

Professional Computing MSc

Typically 1 year per stage MSc part-time

This course is intended for graduates currently working in the computing industry or for those who have been working in computing for a considerable length of time and can demonstrate that they have graduate level professional skills.

You’ll combine high level technical training with academic research and Masters level study while continuing with full-time employment in the computing industry.

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Professional Engineering MSc

Typically 3 years part-time

This is a work-based learning postgraduate course designed for you to study away from the University at your place of work. You’ll study through a programme involving collaboration between the University, a Professional Engineering Institution (PEI) and an industrial partner. You’ll study four modules - Project Management and Research Methods, Advanced Engineering, Specialist Engineering and MSc Project and Thesis. The focus of each module is negotiated by yourself and your supervising tutors to ensure it addresses the academic challenge of Masters and the required competences of the PEI.

Smart Cities MSc

Typically 3 years, or 1 year per stage

Creating sustainable smart cities requires crosssectoral and inter-disciplinary approaches to develop new political, financial, social and cultural models afforded by new technologies and systems.

The Distance Learning Dual Master’s in Sustainable Smart Cities will be delivered exclusively online using the Canvas and Blackboard Collaborate virtual learning environments which are hosted by UAB. The programme is highly interactive and you are expected to participate and interact with tutors and fellow students. Each taught module runs a weekly live online tutorial. Students will have access to extensive electronic library resources from both the University of Alabama at Birmingham and Staffordshire University.

Social and Cultural Theory MA

Minimum 2 years Maximum 5 years

This course explores our ever-changing global and technologically driven world. You’ll consider wide ranging ideas from questions of power, ideology, class, identity, gender, sexuality, technology, time and space through a complex array of different sociological and cultural/critical theory ideas and philosophies from contemporary continental philosophy.

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Social Welfare Law, Policy and Advice Practice MA

3-5 years part-time

This unique Master’s degree is the first of its kind in the UK and builds upon the established success and reputation of the University as the leading provider of advice-related higher education awards. The course builds on our existing advice undergraduate degrees (which have been running since 2003) and professional accreditation course (Certificate of Credit in Money Advice Practice). Developed in direct response to an overwhelmingly positive survey of the educational needs of UK advice services and designed in conjunction with our partners from the sector, the course meets the needs of a broad range of UK advice practitioners. Staffed by a teaching team with considerable experience of working in the sector, including current membership of trustee boards and management within the industry we are ideally placed to support your learning and maximise your potential by building on your experience from practice.

Sociology MA

Minimum 2 years

This course considers sociology to be the systematic study of forms of social organisation and patterns within social life. You’ll explore the relevance of theory and philosophy for thinking sociologically. You’ll also consider the range of methods employed for engaging in sociological research.

Maximum 5 years

Sport and Exercise Psychology PgC/PgD/ MSc

1 year full-time 2 years part-time

The MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology has been developed to equip students with a critical understanding of current issues relating to the application of psychological theory to sport and exercise settings. This online distance learning qualification is accredited by the British Psychological Society and would be suitable for students who possess a first degree in psychology or sport and exercise psychology.

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Sports Coaching PgC/PgD/ MSc

A minimum of 2 years part-time

The MSc in Sports Coaching has been developed for active coaches to provide an advanced multidisciplinary understanding of current issues relating to the theory and practice of sports coaching. The course is aimed at supporting both ‘participation’ and ‘performance development’ coaches who are seeking academic credit as part of their professional development, arising from either personal interest or in relation to endorsed National Governing Body coaching certificates.

Terrorism, Crime and Global Security MA

Minimum 2 years

This course will allow you to acquire specialist expertise as well as a critical understanding of current research, advanced scholarship and current problems regarding terrorism, transnational crime and global security.

Transnational Organised Crime MA

Minimum 2 years

Maximum 5 years

Maximum 5 years

This course provides an advanced programme in a new and rapidly changing area of study.

During recent decades transnational crime has become a major area of concern for politicians and policy makers and an increasingly important area of research. Its context is the growth of global anxiety regarding activities such as drug trafficking, terrorism, human trafficking, illegal arms trading and financial crime, which appear either to be on the increase or are assuming new and increasingly global forms.

Also available as Distance Learning Big Data MSc, Computer Science MSc, Cyber Security MSc, Mobile Device Application Development MSc, Software Engineering MSc. See the relevant oncampus Postgraduate Courses on pages 34, 45, 47, 81 and 84 for full details.

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INDEX 3D Computer Games Design MSc

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Accounting and Finance MSc

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Aeronautical Engineering* MSc

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Applied Research MA/MSc

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Arts and Creative Technologies by Negotiated Study MA/MSc

32

Automotive Engineering and Autosport Engineering* MSc

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Big Data* MSc

34

Broadcast Journalism MA

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Business Administration Doctorate

36

Business Administration MBA

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Business MPhil/PhD Business & Management MPhil/PhD Business & Management MPhil/PhD (Blended Learning)

40

Ceramic Design MA

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy PgDip

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Computer Games Programming MSc

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Computer Networks and Security* MSc

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Computer Science* MSc

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Creative Futures Programme MA

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Cyber Security* MSc

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Digital Forensics and Cybercrime Analysis* MSc

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Digital Marketing Management MSc

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Economics for Business Analysis MSc

50

Economics of Globalisation and European Integration MA

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Education MA

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Education (International) (PhD)

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Electrical Engineering* MSc

56

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Electronic Engineering* MSc

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Family Law and Society MA (Blended Learning)

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Feature Film Production Ma

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Health Psychology PgC/PgD/MSc

60

Health Psychology Professional Doctorate

61

HRM and Employment Law MA (Blended Learning)

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Human Resource Management MA

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Information Systems* Msc

66

International Accounting and Financial Management MSc

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International Business Management MSc

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Internet of Things* MSc

70

Internet of Things - Engineering* MSc

72

Islamic Finance and Accounting MSc

73

Journalism MA

74

Law Research Degrees MPhil/PhD

75

Legal Practice Course (Blended Learning)

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Mechanical Engineering* MSc

79

Mechatronics* MSc

80

Mobile Device Application Development* MSc

81

Music Production MA

82

Music Technology MSc

83

Software Engineering* MSc

84

Sports Broadcast Journalism MA

85

Sports Science MPhil/PhD Psychology MPhil/PhD

86

Telecommunication Engineering* MSc

87

Web Development* MSc

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TIMELINE OF APPLICATION 1

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FUNDING ARRANGEMENTS - Self-funding - Sponsorships (e.g. PGR)

DOCUMENTS COLLATION

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- Passport copy - IELTS qualification or equivalent - Transcripts of academic qualifications - Statement of purpose - References for PGT

4 REJECTION LETTER RELEASED FROM THE UNIVERSITY

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DIRECT SUBMISSION VIA

RECOMMEND OTHER RELATED COURSES

UNSUCCESSFUL

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- Online (Portal) www.staffs.ac.uk/international - Authorised local representatives

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APPLICATION RE-ASSESSMENT

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- Conditional - Unconditional OFFER LETTER RELEASE

CAS RELEASE - Essential document for student visa application at British Embassy

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INTERNATIONAL DEPOSIT SUBMISSION - £3,500 - With 50% of the total annual tuition fees to be paid at or before enrolment

7 ACCEPT OFFER ON PORTAL

SATISFY REQUIRED CONDITION/ACCEPT UNCONDITIONAL OFFER - IELTS results/ English language equivalent - Academic qualifications - Final transcripts

APPLY FOR STUDENT VISA

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APPLYING TO THE UNIVERSITY The academic year in the UK runs from September until July, although we have a number of courses which start in January.

Applicants are encouraged to apply for courses at the beginning of the academic year as it can take some months to make all the necessary arrangements. The earlier you apply the better.

Meeting Staffordshire University in your country Throughout the year, our international team travel around the world to visit partner institutions, overseas representatives or to attend exhibitions.

You are always welcome to come along and speak to us for advice about courses and student life. Check out our website for details of events near you.

English Language Requirements It is essential that you hold an appropriate English Language qualification. The University asks for a minimum of IELTS 6.0. with 5.5 in all bands or an alternative recognised by UKVI. Certain courses such as Journalism and Law require a higher IELTS score.

To check which English language qualifications are currently acceptable, please visit our website. www.staffs.ac.uk/international/ how_to_apply/entry_requirements If you need additional support for your English language skills we offer a range of courses to help you prepare for your degree study here at Staffordshire.

www.staffs.ac.uk/international/ agents_and_events

Entry requirements We accept a wide range of international qualifications. If you would like to check whether your qualifications meet our entry requirements, please contact us. Alternatively, you can contact UK NARIC (National Academic Recognition Information Centre) www.naric.org.uk

Information believed to be accurate at time of going to press October 2016.

A GREAT BRITISH EDUCATION Glasgow

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At the heart of Great Britain Leeds

Right at the heart of the United Kingdom, the county of Staffordshire is located in an area known as the Midlands – a thriving, multicultural region with bustling cities and towns as well as magnificent countryside.

Thanks to our central location, we’re the perfect base to explore Great Britain from. Several UNESCO World Heritage sites – including Ironbridge Gorge, Derwent Valley Mills and the Maritime Mercantile City of Liverpool – are nearby.

Convenient for major UK airports Manchester International Airport approx. 40 minutes from campus.

Birmingham International Airport approx. 45 minutes from campus.

London just 90 minutes away by train.

Travel to Manchester or Birmingham by train in about 40 minutes.

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