Professional Studies

Advertisement

Our programme is ideal for those who recognise the potential of learning through work and who are prepared to assume a high level of responsibility for their own learning.

Learners can access taught elements at workshops or online and at distance but it is possible that programmes could primarily (and almost exclusively) entail work based projects, if so desired.

This is negotiated with the tutor teaching the module but can involve; a portofolio of work, an assignment, a presentation, a dialogue assessment, storyboard or a combination of the forms of assessment mentioned above.

Why study this course?

* Learning tailored to needs of employment and/or personal interests
* Opportunity to develop skills
* Gain credit for prior learning
* Academic support throughout the programme
* Programme can be accessed via distance learning

WBIS is a flexible framework for the accreditation of work based and work related learning. The framework offers a range of awards from undergraduate Level 4 up to - and including - Masters level.

Typically, it allows participants to negotiate their own pathway of learning related to their area(s) of working practice, and to choose a relevant award title.

Some students on WBIS undertake a programme that has been in large part negotiated in advance with their employer. These are cohort negotiated programmes such as the PG Cert in Business and Personal Coaching (WBIS).

Careers

Most students on the programme which to either change their career pathway or progress within their present career. By choosing a work based, flexible, negotiated learning framework, students choose a programme relevant to their specific needs.

A typical programme will begin with Self Review and Negotiation of Learning. This enables participants to undertake a self audit and complete a claim for prior learning (if appropriate) where learning in the workplace can be rewarded academically. The module also provides the opportunity for needs analysis and action planning in order to enable students to successfully create a pathway of study and award title that meets their learning needs.

Participants then follow their individually tailored study programme, which will include a module on Work Based Research Methods as preparation for study in the work context. Negotiated programmes may include taught modules from one or more discipline areas combined with projects in the workplace. Popular taught modules currently undertaken by WBIS students include Conflict Transformation, Effective Workplace Teams, Transition and Change Management, Communication Skills and Stress Management.

For postgraduate study, we expect learners to either have an undergraduate degree or have developed exceptional work-based skills through experience. English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6.5 TOEFL iBT® test: 88 IMPORTANT NOTE: Since April 2014 the ETS tests (including TOEFL and TOEIC) are no longer accepted for Tier 4 visa applications to the United Kingdom. The university might still accept these tests to admit you to the university, but if you require a Tier 4 visa to enter the UK and begin your degree programme, these tests will not be sufficient to obtain your Visa. The IELTS test is most widely accepted by universities and is also accepted for Tier 4 visas to the UK- learn more.

---

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

Enroll in the course

* Masters Scholarships £5000
* Science without Borders Scholarship
* Chevening Scholarship
* Commonwealth Scholarships
* DIKTI Scholarships
* GREAT Scholarships

Accreditation

Our Mission, Values

The University of Chester, while celebrating and benefiting from our long history and traditions, is a modern, dynamic, and enterprising institution, whose activities are underpinned by a series of core values that help to define our mission and our identity. Mission

The University was originally established in 1839 by the Church of England, and provides:

* an open and inclusive environment guided by Christian values


* education, training, skills and motivations for staff and students, to enable them to develop as individuals and serve the communities in which they live and work



This mission, which has helped shape our development and diversification, continues to inform our future planning.

Vision

At the heart of our vision is our commitment to:

* ensuring a rewarding student learning experience


* teaching excellence and our growing staff research profile


* developing the expertise of our staff


* impacting positively on the lives of our students, staff, wider community and beyond



Core Values

In continuing expression of the University's Christian foundation, we are committed to:

* the pursuit of excellence and innovation, to secure the highest standards and quality in our learning and teaching, and in the creation and application of new knowledge


* offering a distinctive student experience, grounded in a high quality, caring and supportive learning environment


* playing a leading role in the intellectual, cultural, social, spiritual and economic life of the local, regional and wider community


* the principles of equality of opportunity and diversity, and our responsibility to promote freedom of enquiry and scholarly expression


* promoting a dynamic and cost-effective organisational culture that is able to respond positively to the challenges of a changing environment


* openness and inclusiveness