Applied and Professional Ethics, PG Dip, University of Leeds

Course content

This programme is similar to the MA, but you don't write a dissertation.

In your first semester you'll be introduced to principles and approaches in the study of ethics, and look at key workplace issues such as professional responsibility.

You'll then study further core modules until the end of the programme, building on your knowledge as you go - you'll look at issues such as confidentiality, consent, contracts and diversity among others. You'll be able to swap one module for an independent project, usually related to your line of work.

Course structure

These are typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our Terms and conditions.

Year 1

Compulsory modules

• Introduction to Ethics: Reasons, Motivation, Obligations and Happiness 15 credits
• Professional Issues 1 15 credits
• Agents and Professional Responsibility 15 credits

Optional modules

• Professional Issues 2: Privacy and Confidentiality 15 credits
• Professional Issues 3: Consent and Contracts 15 credits
• Justice: Fairness, Equality and Diversity 15 credits
• Global Environmental Ethics 15 credits
• Business Ethics 15 credits
• Professional Ethics Project 15 credits

For more information on typical modules, read Applied and Professional Ethics PGDip in the course catalogue

Learning and teaching

This degree is taught entirely online, so there are no lectures or seminars. You won't even have to attend Leeds at any point during the course, although if you can travel there may be chances to meet other students. Instead, you'll used specially designed interactive teaching materials and participate in structured collaborative activities. You'll contribute to discussion groups in our Virtual Learning Environment, so you can share experiences and perspectives with students from different backgrounds worldwide.

Read more about Online Distance Learning

Assessment

Because you study online, you won't have to take any exams during this programme. Instead, most of the time you will be assessed using essays and coursework assignments. You'll receive support from our tutors and be able to discuss your work with them before you submit it. Group projects, presentations and regular contributions to discussion forums may also be used to assess your progress in some modules.

Applying, fees and funding

Entry requirements

A bachelor degree. Professional experience may also be considered.

If you don't have a degree, we normally ask you to register for the PGDip programme. You can upgrade to the MA if you progress successfully.

We accept a range of international equivalent qualifications.

English language requirements

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in all components.. For other English qualifications, read English language equivalent qualifications.

How to apply

Documents and information you need:
Your degree certificate and transcripts of all relevant qualifications, or a partial transcript if you're still studying.
Two academic references.
Evidence of your English language test scores, if English is not your first language.
An essay of 1,000-1,500 words on a topic relevant to the programme- suggested topics available on our How to Apply page.

Application deadlines:
There is no formal deadline for applications. However, you should allow time to make arrangements to start your course and the application deadlines for many scholarships and bursaries will close much sooner. As a result we strongly encourage you to submit your completed application by July 31st of the year you plan to start the programme.

Next steps:
All applicants to our courses will be interviewed. Distance learning students can also be interviewed by phone, VOIP or Skype.

• Apply

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If you're unsure about the application process, contact the admissions team for help.

Admissions policy

University of Leeds Taught Postgraduate Admissions Policy

Fees

UK/EU: £5,500 (total)

International: £5,500 (total)

Read more about paying fees and charges.

For fees information for international taught postgraduate students, read Masters fees.

Part-time fees are normally calculated based on the number of credits you study in a year compared to the equivalent full-time course. For example, if you study half the course credits in a year, you will pay half the full-time course fees for that year.

Additional cost information

There may be additional costs related to your course or programme of study, or related to being a student at the University of Leeds. Read more about additional costs

Scholarships and financial support

If you have the talent and drive, we want you to be able to study with us, whatever your financial circumstances. There may be help for students in the form of loans and non-repayable grants from the University and from the government.  Find out more at Masters funding overview.

Career opportunities

Studying applied ethics will allow you to develop transferable skills in research, critical thinking and communication. It will also give you more confidence to handle situations with ethical implications in the workplace.

Careers support

We encourage you to prepare for your career from day one. That's one of the reasons Leeds graduates are so sought after by employers.

The Careers Centre and staff in your faculty provide a range of help and advice to help you plan your career and make well-informed decisions along the way, even after you graduate. Find out more at the Careers website.

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