Housing and Inclusion

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Students will critically examine the ways in which housing and regeneration meets the needs of different communities, and of socially excluded groups and communities. The course enables students to critically appraise policies associated with housing and urban renewal in the UK and internationally, and to critically reflect on key problems, issues and theory emerging in contemporary cities, and how a range of urban issues interrelate with housing issues.

Over the length of the course students will be able to critically evaluate different approaches to empowering individuals and communities, including excluded communities and vulnerable individuals.

One of the courses main aims is providing students with employment-related skills, particularly those relating to working in partnership with different communities and organisations, and developing skills in research, including planning, carrying out and writing research reports. The course is recognised by the Chartered Institute of Housing.

Career opportunities
This course provides excellent training for professionals already working within the housing sector, or those wishing to enter the competitive jobs market with an edge. Graduating students have progressed to a wide range of senior management positions in housing-related careers, and have returned to do lectures and presentations to current students. Housing is a major issue in London and the South East, with issues of affordability and quality facing many local residents and housing professionals.

This newly revised course will give you an informed view of housing issues, taking in regeneration and a range of urban issues. The course is recognised by the professional body for housing, the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH); full professional membership is available with the completion of one additional module.

Having a broad view of housing issues and professional membership will give you the edge in a competitive jobs market.

Course Structure
Students complete six compulsory modules. Students will also submit a dissertation at the end of the course.

The MA Housing and Inclusion comprises six compulsory modules:

* Housing Strategy;
* Urban Policy; Understanding Cities;
* Housing Law, Management and Finance;
* Community Development; and
* Research in the Community.

You will also complete a dissertation.

Teaching methods

The course takes a student centred approach to teaching and learning. Teaching and learning is achieved through a wide range of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, group work, presentations, study visits and working through real-world scenarios. An internet-based learning site is used to provide background information and relevant materials, and to update students on significant recent developments.

Assessment
You are assessed via essays, reports, examinations and presentations.

The standard entry requirement for the course is a good honours degree or equivalent. However, candidates who do not meet this requirement but have substantial experience in a relevant area of employment may also be considered and are therefore encouraged to apply. In these circumstances you may be invited to attend an interview and present some written work.