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The University of Manchester

Location:
Manchester
Website:
www.ceas.manchester.ac.uk/business/professionaldevelopment
www.ceas.manchester.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught

About Studying at the University of Manchester

Courses offer a unique opportunity to learn how to solve environmental problems in the context of successful business practice

Take a one- week professional development training course or study for longer (full-time or part-time) to achieve an MSc or masters-level Certificate or Diploma

Give your career a boost by gaining a qualification from a world class University that is recognised internationally

The reputation of courses is excellent and graduates enhance the business of their employers as well as increase their own chances of gaining promotion or finding a great new job

Courses provide a stepping stone towards excellent job opportunities in industry, with an environmental regulatory body or for an academic research career

Courses have been designed to enable choice and flexibility.  For each professional development training course you attend the University for one week of intensive lectures, seminars and workshops.  Teaching material is provided electronically meaning you can study the material in your own time and at your own pace.

Student Feedback

'The lecturers were enthusiastic, thorough and stimulated thought.  Overall a well put together and comprehensive course which I enjoyed.  The course delivery and lectures were of high standard and I found learning from different types of people gave new perspectives.  I have learned new skills and since completing the course have found ways to make my employer’s business more profitable and been promoted to a more responsible and well-paid job'.

Courses in Environment and Sustainable Technology

Professional Development Training Courses

Specially designed for those in full-time work, each professional development training course requires attendance at the University of Manchester for just one week.  Electronic material is also provided which you can study in your own time.  Each course costs £1,581.25 until August 2008, and £1,685 thereafter.

Courses leading to MSc, Diploma or Certificate

Use the professional development training courses (above) as building blocks to gain an MSc or masters-level Certificate or Diploma.  Study full-time or part-time and take up to 5 years.

The fee for MSc students starting in September 2008 is £13,480.  MSc students resident in the European Union (including United Kingdom) may apply for a scholarship to cover 50% of the course fees.

Contact

You are welcome to contact a member of the Postgraduate Taught Course Team

Tel: +44(0)161 306 8845
Email: pgt-ceas@manchester.ac.uk

More information about short training courses for professionals is available at: www.ceas.manchester.ac.uk/business/professionaldevelopment

More information about MSc, Diploma and Certificate courses is available at: www.ceas.manchester.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught

Please apply online using the online application form.