This distance-learning Masters programme responds to the increasing use of a Community Development approach for dealing with a wide range of social, economic and environmental issues worldwide. As an experienced Community Development practitioner, this programme will provide you with the advanced continuing education to progress into areas of greater responsibility within the sector.

Programme overview

• MSc: 24 months part-time(distance learning)

This programme is offered by distance learning. Each course will consist of a wide range of online tasks (both group and individual), as well as inputs from the teaching team and other practitioners and a comprehensive range of support materials.

Core courses

• Social theories for advanced community development
• Critical issues in community development
• Global models of practice
• Research methods
• Advanced community development practice.

Career prospects

Aimed at experienced Community Development practitioners, the programme will provide you with the attributes to undertake strategic and highly demanding roles within the sector. It will increase your ability to compete for posts in an international arena.

This programme is subject to approval.

Academic entry requirements

You will require an undergraduate degree, not necessarily in a related field.

You also need at least two years' experience in the sector: within Community Development, Non-Governmental Organisations, Community-Based Organisations or related areas.

International students with academic qualifications below those required should contact our partner institution, Glasgow International College, who offer a range of foundation courses.

English language requirements

For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training):

• overall score 6.5
• no sub-test less than 6.0
• or equivalent scores in another recognised qualification (see below)
   

Common equivalent English language qualifications:

• ibTOEFL: 92; no sub-test less than 20
• CAE (Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English): B minimum
• CPE (Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English): C minimum
• PTE Academic (Person Test of English, Academic test): 60; no sub-test less than 59

Pre-sessional courses
The University of Glasgow accepts evidence of the required language level from the Language Centre Pre-sessional courses. We also consider other BALEAP accredited pre-sessional courses:

• Language Centre, University of Glasgow
• BALEAP guide to accredited courses 

FAQs

Visa requirements and proof of English language level

It is a visa requirement to provide information on your level of English based on an internationally recognised and secure English language test. All test reports must be no more than 2 years old. A list of these can be found on the UK Border Agency website. If you have never taken one of these tests before, you can get an initial idea of your level by using the Common European Framework self-assessment grid which gives you a level for each skill (e.g. listening B1/writing B2 etc.) However, please note that this is not a secure English language test and it is not sufficient evidence of your level of English for visa requirements.

If you require a Tier 4 student visa, your qualification must be one of the secure English language tests accepted by UK Border Agency:

• UK Border Agency Tier 4 English Language requirements
• UKBA list of approved English language tests [pdf]

For further information about English language requirements, please contact the Recruitment and International Office: pgadmissions@glasgow.ac.uk

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For 2013-14

MSc

Distance learning part-time only

Home and EU fees - £550 per 20 Credits; International fees - £1450 per 20 Credits

Starting in September 2014