Our graduates are already immersed in their professional lives but this qualification should enhance the prospects for further career progression.

Successful completion of this course also:

Further supports to the professional development of future leaders and policy makers within Northern Ireland.
Provides an opportunity for students to explore the practical and academic approaches to the key challenges of collaborative policy development and implementation.
Enhances the cadre of academically accomplished and practically experienced public servants across the NI public sector.

• 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
• 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.

To be eligible to apply for a postgraduate degree course, you must provide evidence of competence in written and spoken English (GCSE grades A-C or equivalent); AND hold an Honours degree (2:2 or above) from a UK or Republic of Ireland or from the Council for National Academic Awards, the National Council for Educational Awards, the Higher Education and Training Awards Council, or from another institution which has been recognised by the Senate for this purpose.

Usually the minimum English language entry requirement is IELTS (academic) of 6.5 (with no band score of less than 6.0).