ostgraduate study in applied ethics at the University of Leeds enables you to gain a thorough understanding of ethical theory and how it applies to real-life situations.

Our teaching is developed in consultation with professionals working in the field to ensure that it is informed by the latest developments in practice. As active researchers, we also ensure that all our courses are informed by the latest academic arguments and debates.

The Masters in Applied and Professional Ethics is designed to help people in business, the professions and the public and third sectors develop skills and knowledge that can help them engage more effectively with ethical issues in their working lives. It provides a thorough grounding in ethical theory along with a detailed look at a wide range of issues in professional ethics.
The course is taught entirely online, making it particularly appropriate for those in full-time employment or resident overseas, who wish to gain a qualification from a leading university without interrupting their career.

Entry Requirements

Candidates should normally be graduates or holders of an equivalent qualification. Where a candidate is not a graduate, relevant professional experience is taken into account. The key attributes sought are a willingness and ability to think through problems in a reasoned and independent way. We also seek a very basic grasp of what philosophical ethics is, evidence of commitment to its study, writing skills, and evidence of any relevant experience of ethical issues arising in practice. While some students who come on the course have already studied philosophy formally, previous study of philosophy is not a requirement. The course is designed for those coming to the study of ethics or professional ethics for the first time.

Applicants for whom English is not their first language need to meet the University's minimum requirements for English language proficiency, currently IELTS: 6.5 overall with not less than 6.0 in each component skill.

Other Fees

Notes

This course is also available in part time study for two years.

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Postgraduate study in applied ethics at the University of Leeds enables you to gain a thorough understanding of ethical theory and how it applies to real-life situations.

Our teaching is developed in consultation with professionals working in the field to ensure that it is informed by the latest developments in practice. As active researchers, we also ensure that all our courses are informed by the latest academic arguments and debates.

This programme offers a rigorous grounding in biomedical and health care ethics, provided by tutors with expertise in teaching ethics in medical disciplines. Students learn about the ethical issues that arise across all areas of medicine and health care practice, and can specialise in areas of particular interest.

Entry Requirements

Candidates should normally be graduates or holders of an equivalent qualification. Where a candidate is not a graduate, relevant professional experience is taken into account. The key attributes sought are a willingness and ability to think through problems in a reasoned and independent way. We also seek a very basic grasp of what philosophical ethics is, evidence of commitment to its study, writing skills, and evidence of any relevant experience of ethical issues arising in practice. While some students who come on the course have already studied philosophy formally, previous study of philosophy is not a requirement. The course is designed for those coming to the study of ethics or medical ethics for the first time.

Applicants for whom English is not their first language need to meet the University’s minimum requirements for English language proficiency, currently IELTS: 6.5 overall with not less than 6.0 in each component skill

Other Fees

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Established in 2000, the MSc/Diploma in Clinical Embryology has been developed by the Reproduction and Early Development Research Group in association with the Reproductive Medicine Unit at the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

The course aims to provide a high standard of education in clinical embryology and to provide enhanced academic and professional development for clinical scientists and clinicians working in the field through provision of a recognised qualification which will contribute to uniformity of knowledge in the theory and practice of clinical embryology.

The 24 months part-time, distance learning format allows applicants in full-time employment to acquire an MSc degree.

Entry Requirements

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MSc Clinical Embryology (Distance Learning)

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
An honours degree in a biological or related science. Applicants with appropriate or accredited experience within an embryological laboratory will also be considered.

Candidates should be employed in a laboratory practising clinical embryology with an employer expressing support in allocation of free time for study. Students must have access to email and the Internet as well as to a medical library or journals on-line.

For non-English speakers, the language entry requirement is an overall score of 6.5 in IELTS, with at least 6.0 in all components, or alternatively we also accept a TOEFL tests of 92 (iBT - internet based test) with at least 21 in listening, 21 in reading, 22 in writing and 23 in speaking.

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Students need to attend the workshop for 6 nights.

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The MA Deaf Education course here at Leeds provides teachers of the deaf with the specialist knowledge and skills they need to work across a range of settings in deaf education.

You will gain an in-depth understanding of the fundamental issues of language development, communication, achievement and good practice focussing on the importance of developing age-appropriate language, whether signed or spoken, where visual-gestural language is considered as a strength rather than a weakness.

The School of Education here at Leeds has a national reputation for the MA in Deaf Education and is ranked as one of the very best in its field in the UK for the quality of both our research and teaching.

Entry Requirements

First degree or equivalent qualification.

Relevant teaching qualification (QTS or FE/PGCE with QTLS) and normally 2 years SCHOOL experience.

British Sign Language CACDP/Signature Level 1 or equivalent.

Relevant and current experience of working with deaf pupils (normally school age) in the UK.

Reliable access to school/service audiological resources and support.

Reliable access to internet facilities for email and on-line learning.

Appropriate access to local sign language tuition.

English Language Requirement for Foreign Students
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IELTS: 6.5 overall, with no grade less below 6.

TOEFL iBT: 92 (Listening 21, Reading 21, Speaking 23, Writing 22).

Pearson Test of English (Academic): 64 overall with minimum of 60 in skills.

Other Fees

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This unique and popular distance learning programme gives you the opportunity to explore theoretical and practical perspectives on a wide range of disability-related issues.

We designed the MA in response to the growing demand from students unable to attend University. The programme is entirely computer-based to allow greater flexibility in teaching and learning, with two residential study weekends, one in each year, which students need to attend.

This MA draws on the expertise of scholars and researchers from the internationally-renowned Centre for Disability Studies in the School of Sociology and Social Policy. The School is also world-renowned and is ranked as one of the very best in its field in the UK for the quality of both our research and teaching.

Entry Requirements

Generally a good Honours degree or equivalent professional qualifications, but relevant work experience will also be taken into account. candidates who have narrowly missed securing an upper second may be considered on their individual merits.

English Language Requirement for international students
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IELTS: 6.5 overall, with no grade less below 6.

TOEFL iBT: 92 (Listening 21, Reading 21, Speaking 23, Writing 22).

Pearson Test of English (Academic): 64 overall with minimum of 60 in skills.

Other Fees

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