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Study mode

Distance without attendance

Duration

2 years

Start date

OCT-23

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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Humanities / General Studies / Combined Studies

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Do you want the freedom to create a personalised course of study across a range of academic disciplines? Then our innovative MA/MSc Open is ideal. This programme allows you to choose from cross-curricular modules and microcredentials to create a unique postgraduate qualification suited to your interests. It enables you to expand your discipline-related knowledge at masters level, gain broader subject-specific expertise, and pursue further professional development in areas that align with your specific employment needs and professional aspirations.

Tuition fees

UK fees

Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£3,523

International fees

Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£4,900

Entry requirements

Typically, you will need a bachelors degree or equivalent qualification relevant to your intended specialist area of study i.e. Art, Humanities and Languages (Study Area 1), Education, Psychology and Health Sciences (Study Area 2), Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (Study Area 3) and Business, Finance, Human Resources and Law (Study Area 4).