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Professional Studies (Distance Learning), CertHE, University of Portsmouth

the United Kingdom

University of Portsmouth

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About Professional Studies (Distance Learning), CertHE - at University of Portsmouth

Overview

If you want to gain a University-level qualification alongside your job without committing to a full Bachelor's degree, this Professional Studies Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE) distance learning course is ideal.

You'll develop transferable skills in your choice of subject, boosting your career prospects while you improve your performance at work. You can tailor the course to match your professional and personal aspirations and your employer's objectives. You'll get to put the skills you learn to work instantly in your job, contributing to the success of your company.

The course is work based, so you'll need to be in a full-time, part-time or voluntary role to do it. You can study online wherever is most convenient for you and schedule your studies around your existing commitments.

A CertHE is equivalent to the first year of a full-time BA or BSc Bachelor’s degree. When you complete the course, you'll improve your career prospects and have the skills and knowledge to perform more effectively in your job. You could also put the credits you gain towards a BA or BSc Bachelor's degree.

Course Highlights

  • Study 120 credits at level 4 over 2 years
  • Choose either a technical or business pathway through your course
  • Taught modules develop knowledge, skills and behaviour to enhance performance at work
  • Work-based project enables learning to be undertaken to match both your personal and professional goals
  • Optional induction day on campus
  • A full online induction programme
  • Online course material, tutorials and lectures.
  • Online seminars and networking opportunities
  • Support from a learning manager, academic tutors and a mentor
  • Full access to our student support services and community, including study support, sports and recreation facilities, and the Students' Union
  • Tap in to our Library's electronic resources, which you can access from anywhere with a Web connection

Careers and Opportunities

When you finish the course, you'll have the skills and knowledge to advance your career with your current employer and boost your long-term career prospects.

You could also use your qualification to enter further study, by applying for one of the Learning at Work degree courses where you can study 240 credits to achieve a Bachelors degree in your chosen subject.

You can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career.

Notes about fees for this course

https://www.port.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduate-fees-and-student-finance

Entry requirements

A typical applicant would usually have post-school higher education such as an HNC, or equivalent, or part of a degree course, together with appropriate work experience.

Applicants may be asked to attend an online interview.

English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.

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