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Postgraduate Prospectus 2019
Contents
Step ahead with QMU Our subject areas and courses
Our courses 2 Business 44
Welcome to QMU 3 Culture and Creativity 46
Dietetics, Physiotherapy, Podiatry and Radiography 48
Why QMU? Dispute Resolution and Public Sociology 52
Opportunities A campus university with all the benefits of a capital city
Why study for a postgraduate qualification at QMU
About our range of postgraduate courses
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8
4 Education
Gastronomy
The Institute for Global Health and Development
54
56
58
to meet us
Postgraduate study explained 10 Media, Communications and Public Relations 60
Occupational Therapy and Arts Therapies 62
Your learning experience: Person-Centred Practice and Post-Registration Nursing 66
Giving you a step up Speech and Hearing Sciences 68
How we teach and how you’ll learn 12 Research Degrees 70
We hold a Postgraduate open evening
• speak to Admissions staff about the Continuing professional development: single module and short
application process, and course study 16
postgraduate open Preparing you for employment: placements, careers and
Is QMU right for you?:
Our postgraduate open evening is
evening and virtual normally held in November. This is an
• speak to the Student Funding
Adviser about funding options and employability, and start-up support 18 All you need to know before
open days in the
informal event allowing you to drop in at
a time that suits you. It is suitable for
find out how to apply for potential Your personal development: extracurricular learning applying
SAAS funding. opportunities 20 Application and selection 76
course of each year anyone interested in finding out more
about: Helping you succeed: student support services 22 Student fees and finance 78
which give you the • studying at postgraduate level at Virtual open days
The international student experience 24 Funding, scholarships and loans
International scholarships
80
82
Collaborations: UK and international 28
opportunity to speak to QMU; Course fees 84
We also plan to hold virtual open days Terms and conditions 90
the programme leaders • enhancing career prospects by across 2018/19, for those who cannot Your student lifestyle
achieving a postgraduate make it along to our on-campus events.
from the courses that qualification and The virtual open days include
City of Edinburgh, coast and countryside 30
you are interested in. presentations from academic staff on
Your accommodation 34 Other useful information
• updating and developing personal course-related information such as Your Students’ Union 36 How to get to our campus 94
skills and knowledge. module content, clinical placements and Clubs, societies and sports 38 Useful contacts and more information 98
assessment methods.
During the evening you will have the Acknowledgements 100
opportunity to: There will also be staff from the The next step: Your future Infographics 102
International team available to answer Graduation and beyond 40
• have a one-to-one discussion Alphabetical index 104
questions regarding entry requirements
academic staff from each subject Our research 105
and to provide updates for those who
area who can talk to you about the
have already submitted an application.
courses on offer;
The virtual open days also give enquirers
• learn about opportunities for and applicants the opportunity to
studying single modules; discuss scholarships, visa applications
and find out all about living in Edinburgh. If you join QMU in 2019, you’ll become part of a friendly,
• find out about how you could build
a PhD specifically into your CPD MORE INFO
while continuing your job; supportive university based at an innovative campus,
W: www.qmu.ac.uk/open-days-and-
meeting-us/
• take a campus tour and see our
modern facilities including our
focused on providing you with the skills you need for your future career.
Learning Resource Centre;
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Step ahead with QMU
Our courses Welcome
to QMU
Business p44 Education p54 Person-Centred Practice and
MSc Finance PGDE Secondary (Home Economics) Post-Registration Nursing
PgCert Collaborative Working: Education
p66
MSc International Marketing
and Therapy MSc Person-Centred Practice
MSc International Management and
Leadership MSc/e-PgCert Professional and Higher MSc/ PgDip/ PgCert Person-Centred
Education Practice (Mental Health and Wellbeing)
MSc/ PgDip/ PgCert Person-Centred
Culture and Creativity p46 Practice (Palliaitve Care) Our approach to learning and teaching is
MA Arts, Festival and Cultural Gastronomy p56 MSc/ PgDip/ PgCert Person-Centred
Welcome from the Principal student-centred and we will do our
Management MSc Gastronomy Practice (Public Health and Wellbeing) utmost to equip you with the expertise
Welcome to our prospectus. I am
PgCert Arts Management PgDip Person-Centred Practice you need to build a successful and
delighted to be part of this vibrant and
MA Stage Management (Community Nursing) fulfilling career. Many of our students
Institute for Global Health exciting university which provides such a
become leaders in their chosen field.
and Development p58 PgDip Person-Centred Practice supportive learning environment to its
(School Nursing) students. In my time here I have been
Dietetics, Physiotherapy, MSc Global Health
PgDip Person-Centred Practice impressed by the genuine sense of
Our courses are designed to ensure that
Podiary and Radiography p48 MSc Sexual and Reproductive Health our graduates are highly employable with
(Health Visiting) community spirit. I am confident that you skills that are sought after in the public,
Dietetics, Physiotherapy, Podiatry and MSc Social Development and Health will receive a warm welcome if you private and commercial sectors. New for
Radiography Framework PgCert Applied Social Development choose to visit us at one of our open
Speech and Hearing 2019, we are offering ar a new degree
MSc Diabetes PgCert Health in Fragile and Conflict- events or come to study with us. which will produce the next generation of
Affected States
Sciences p68
MSc Dietetics (Pre-Reg) home economics teachers. We are also
MSc/ PgDip Audiology (Pre-Registration) Queen Margaret University is a very
MSc Podiatry offering a range of new master’s degrees
special place. Our high-quality learning
MSc Theory of Podiatric Surgery Media, Communications and
MSc BSL/ English Interpreting
With a heritage going and teaching is supported and
in the areas of business, and media and
communication.
MSc Speech and Language Therapy
MSc Musculoskeletal Medicine Public Relations p60 (Pre-Reg) back to 1875, Queen complemented by our research activity.
MSc Advancing Physiotherapy Practice MSc Digital Campaigning and Content This allows us to offer the optimum Our attractive, purpose-built campus will
MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-Reg)
Creation Margaret University has balance of theoretical and practical provide you with all the facilities you need
MSc Media Management Research Degrees p70 learning. to succeed. The student-focused design
MSc Diagnostic Radiography (Pre-Reg)
MSc Strategic Communication and Master of Research consistently focused encourages collaborative working and
MSc Mammography Our specialist research centres have
MSc Medical Imaging
Public Relations Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) on improving the gained worldwide recognition. We have a
offers a flexible, modern, sociable and
attractive environment in which to live,
CIPR Professional Diploma Professional Doctorate high proportion of research active staff
MSc Radiotherapy and Oncology (Internal Communications) quality of the lives of and we perform at the highest level in
learn and relax.
(Pre-Reg)
MSc Radiotherapy
CIPR Professional Diploma individuals through developing pioneering expertise that cuts
across our specialisms in health &
Relevant, dynamic, innovative, distinctive
(Public Affairs) and focused are all accurate descriptions
CIPR Professional Diploma Professional immediately relevant rehabilitation, creativity & culture, and of Queen Margaret University. We are
Read more about these sustainable business, as well as our
Dispute Resolution and Public Relations Diploma
subject areas across pages education and niche areas of expertise. This research
small enough to get to know you, but big
enough to help take you where you want
Public Sociology p52
PgCert Dispute Resolution 44-73. For full course research. In short, we activity ultimately ensures that students’
learning is fresh and relevant.
to go.
Occupational Therapy
MSc Public Sociology and Arts Therapies p62
information, visit the course are a university of ideas Our staff plan the most appropriate
Professor Petra Wend,
entry on our website at PhD FRSA FRSE
MSc Art Therapy (International)
and influence. support for each student, helping you Principal and Vice-Chancellor
MSc Music Therapy www.qmu.ac.uk/study- reach your potential.
MSc Occupational Therapy (Pre-Reg) here/course-a-
MSc Occupational Therapy (Post Reg) z/?tab=postgraduate
MSc Play Therapy
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A campus
Why QMU?
university with
all the benefits
of a capital city “It’s very easy to focus your studies when
you live on campus, and it’s nice to
be able to reach the academic
building so quickly.”
Julian Almeida
MA Arts, Festival and Cultural Management
QMU is an attractive Location Campus living
information on student services, SU
activities, advice, and information on
If you choose to live on campus, you will
quickly become part of a welcoming and
campus university Located fewer than six minutes by train A campus university offers everything
sports and societies. For more friendly community. Living on campus is
information on the SU, see pages 36-37. a great way to meet people and make
located to the east of from Edinburgh city centre, the position
of our campus affords spectacular views
you need in the one place, and at QMU
everything is close to hand. Our
Sports facilities at QMU include a gym life-long friendships. Our ResLife
Edinburgh. The beach, across Edinburgh including East academic building houses the core
and impressive sports hall, as well as an
astro turf pitch, weights room and a
programme offers a range of fun social,
educational and cultural opportunities for
Lothian’s attractive coastline and Arthur’s teaching areas including lecture theatres,
countryside and shops Seat, an extinct volcano in the middle of classrooms, seminar rooms, labs, and
dance studio – for more information, you to get involved in. It’s a great way for
check out pages 38-39. For students on you to relax, create a social life and settle
are all nearby, and it’s Scotland’s capital city. clinics for our health courses. It also
includes our Learning Resources Centre
our drama and performance courses, into your new university community. For
just six minutes’ train The campus is easy to reach by car, – the hub of our campus – which, aside
there is a dedicated theatre space, which
is used for learning and teaching, as well
more information on our accommodation
and ResLife, visit pages 34-35.
public transport and train from Edinburgh from library facilities, offers numerous
ride from all the city centre, and also offers easy access study spaces and a plethora of IT
as for public performances on campus.
Drama students also have access to
amenities of to the coastal town of Musselburgh and
beyond into East Lothian. The N1 Cycle
facilities to support your studies.
rehearsal and workshop spaces within
Edinburgh’s stunning Route runs alongside the campus, Catering facilities are also located within this area of the campus.
making QMU easily accessible by bike. the main academic building, and our
city centre. The A1 is also located next to the food court offers a wide variety of eating
campus, which ensures quick access to options. There is also a shop on campus Student accommodation
the Borders, Northumberland and the offering basic groceries and snacks, and
rest of England. Less than half an hour’s a Starbucks outlet. Less than a one-minute walk from the
drive away is Edinburgh International academic building is our Student Village,
Airport which offers access to several UK Across University Square, beyond a which has 800 study bedrooms each
cities, Europe and beyond. central outdoor space with tables and forming part of a self-contained flat.
benches for you to enjoy during the These flats accommodate three, four, five
summer months, are the sports centre, or six people sharing. Each shared flat is
drama and performance spaces, the well equipped with all the facilities that
Students’ Union (SU) bar/cafe area, you need for ‘home life’. Importantly,
Maggie’s, and the SU office area. The SU 24/7 security on campus means you can
office area is the place to go for feel safe, and therefore relax and enjoy
your time as a student.
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Other accolades
Why study for a
Why QMU?
1. We are a socially responsible
university. We have won numerous
postgraduate
‘green’ awards, received recognition
for our environmental credentials, and
built sustainability into the curriculum.
We have signed the ‘See Me’ pledge
qualification at QMU?
to help eliminate discrimination against
people with mental ill health and
promote mental wellbeing more
generally.
2. In 2018, the University renewed its
Athena SWAN Institutional Bronze
There are many QMU – a relevant and responsive Internationally recognised research that
agencies. This practice reflects modern
working methods and helps to shape the
Award (originally awarded in 2013)
demonstating our commitment to the
reasons to study with university informs teaching and knowledge
exchange
knowledge you gain while studying at principles of the Athena SWAN
QMU.
us. Our friendly and QMU aims to be responsive to the needs
Our excellent research is internationally
Charter and to equality and diversity
across our workforce.
of society. We are committed to providing
supportive staff and our thoroughly relevant teaching and research, recognised and informs and adds value to
welcoming community providing the optimum balance of our teaching and learning. Research and knowledge exchange – 3. QMU was one of the first 10 UK
theoretical and practical knowledge. Our making an impact universities to be externally evaluated
atmosphere will help research is focused on making a real The most recent UK-wide audit of
research, the Research Excellence Our researchers lead the way in research
and retain the HR Excellence in
practical impact on everyday life, and our Research Award from the European
you settle into courses are designed to produce Framework (REF) 2014, rated 58% of our that cuts across the major priorities for Commission. The Award demonstrates
well-prepared, well-rounded and flexible overall research as world leading or Scotland as well as responding to global
postgraduate study. In graduates. Our staff have close links with internationally excellent. Further challenges. Aligning with the intersection
a university’s commitment to improving
its research culture and support for
addition, our purpose- industry, professional bodies and highlights from the REF 2014 include: of health, economic, social and cultural
policy, our work on issues including
research staff, which will in turn
governmental and non-governmental improve the quantity, quality and
built campus offers a agencies, ensuring that our teaching is
• 92% of our research in Speech and
Language is classed as
person-centred care, obesity, alcohol, impact of research, for the benefit of
current and meets the needs of both our social justice, consumer insight, physical
wide range of facilities students and employers.
internationally excellent or word activity, public relations, speech and
UK society and the economy.
leading.
to support your lifestyle hearing sciences, and ageing is not only
recognised for its excellence 4. We recently won the top Edinburgh
and learning. Perhaps Improving quality of life and serving
• 77% of our research publications in
Media and Communications are
internationally but also makes a difference Chamber of Commerce ‘Innovation in
Business’ award. An expert panel of
to everyday life in Scotland and beyond.
most importantly, our communities classed as internationally excellent independent industry judges singled out
or world leading Our aim is to understand society and QMU for its innovative business
courses are designed Behind all of QMU’s postgraduate courses enhance it: to connect local and partnership and engagement work.
is the philosophy of enhancing quality of • 40% of our research publications in
to prepare you for a life and serving communities. Graduates Allied Health are classed as
international perspectives; to engage the
successful career. use their new-found skills to impact internationally excellent or world
public and external stakeholders; and to
make significant contributions to policy,
5. We recently won the top Edinburgh
positively on many people’s lives – leading Chamber of Commerce ‘Innovation in
planning and development. QMU staff are Business’ award. An expert panel of
Studying for a postgraduate qualification is whether through implementing better dedicated to building the evidence base
business practice, facilitating better • Over 50% of the research profile in independent industry judges singled out
a big decision – involving your time, energy for policy and inter-professional practice
healthcare, equipping communities to Global Health and Development is QMU for its innovative business
and commitment. The next few pages are through interdisciplinary research and
fight for environmental justice, helping classed as internationally excellent partnership and engagement work.
designed to help you learn more about our socially relevant knowledge exchange.
people in developing countries to rebuild or world leading
university and to establish whether QMU is The value of our inter-disciplinary work is
the right fit for your needs. their communities after conflict or
• Research in Psychology resulted in measured by its impact and the social 6. We ranked top ‘Post ‘92’ Scottish
developing cultural events for public usefulness, practicality and applicability of university in the Complete University Guide
outstanding impact that was rated
QMU offers a fantastic campus in which to enjoyment. Whatever you choose to do its outcomes. 2019. (‘Post ‘92’ relates to institutions
as internationally excellent.
learn and live. With excellent facilities and with your QMU qualification, you can gaining university states since 1992).
great transport links, you can make the achieve your own personal success and QMU’s research work is centred on
Multi-disciplinary research, involving
most of university life, as well as benefiting your work will have the potential to make strategic research centres that draw on
people from different specialisms and
from our close proximity to Scotland’s a positive impact on society. the research strengths of our academic
departments all working together,
beautiful capital city. divisions.
underpins the work of the University.
Most of our research also involves
working with researchers from other UK
and international universities,
government bodies, industry and
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All of our courses aim to be MSc International Management and people wishing to pursue a career in
About our range of
Why QMU?
professionally and socially relevant and Leadership. This will prepare you with the research and is the first step on the
are focused on developing and skills and knowledge required for a ladder towards a PhD.
enhancing your skills and career options. management and leadership career.
Also, all QMU academic staff have close
postgraduate courses
links with industry, professional bodies, The University also offers postgraduate
degrees in gastronomy and new for 2019 Flexible learning options (part-time and
governmental and non-governmental
entry we are offering an MSc Finance online)
agencies. This ensures that we are
listening and responsive to the needs of and an MSc International Marketing.
Do you want to study full-time or would
employers and that our teaching and
part-time study, while you continue to
your skills are up to date and relevant.
work, be a better choice? Whether you
Culture & creativity are coming straight from your first degree
Our course portfolio encompasses
or are returning to education after a long
courses in three flagship areas: health
Our MA Arts, Festival and Cultural gap, QMU will endeavour to provide
& rehabilitation; sustainable business;
Management is designed as a an environment which supports your
and culture & creativity. In addition, we
conversion degree and we welcome learning.
A QMU postgraduate course can help you change direction, get into a new have also added Education to our coruse
portfolio.
applicants from non-business related
subjects. It is suitable for both Many QMU courses can be studied
line of work, bring together various disciplines, or fulfil the requirements graduates who wish to add a vocational part-time or have an element of online
of your professional/statutory bodies by allowing you to gain recognised management emphasis to their first
degree and those with professional
learning. These are designed to upgrade
your qualifications and skills without
Health & rehabilitation
qualifications. qualifications or experience. It is likely to disrupting your work and career. They
QMU provides a number of postgraduate be of interest to those who studied the usually lead to academic awards and
course options associated with health arts and humanities at undergraduate professional qualifications. See individual
and wellbeing. Together with courses level, or those with significant workplace course pages for further details. Please
in professions allied to medicine, we experience who would like to gain a also see information on options for CPD
Postgraduate key facts: formal qualification via a flexible mode and studying single modules on pages
provide courses in therapy and support
(art, music and play), the social sciences, of study. 16 -17.
QMU has around 5,000 students with more than and courses aimed at developing your
Postgraduate diploma courses generally take between career in the health sector. If you wish to develop in media,
1,000 studying for a postgraduate qualification.
six and nine months full-time, or one to two years part-time. communications and public relations,
look no further than QMU. We are the Getting the help and information you need
If you already hold an undergraduate
qualification in one of the health only Scottish university to offer Chartered
Our recruitment and admissions staff
professions, our range of post- Institute of Public Relations (CIPR)
A wide range of professionally relevant postgraduate courses are here to provide advice through all
registration master’s courses will allow qualifications at undergraduate and
are available in the areas of management, business, health stages of the application process. Don’t
Many of our courses are approved or accredited by you to specialise further in your chosen postgraduate levels, and to teach the
sciences, culture, education, global health and public hesitate to contact them about entry
professional bodies. field, or to develop skills to enhance your CIPR Professional Diploma in Public
relations. requirements or advice on how to apply.
career and clinical expertise. Relations, Specialist Diploma (Internal
Communications Practice), and
For those living outside the UK, QMU’s
If you aim to change career, you could Specialist Diploma (Public Affairs
International Office is your first point of
opt for a pre-registration master’s Practice). We also offer
contact. The team can offer advice about
Postgraduate courses are available to students with A variety of research programmes are available which course. These provide the opportunity an MSc Strategic Communication and
international qualifications as well as
a UK honours degree, a degree plus relevant experience, can lead to Professional Doctorate, MRes and PhD to gain professional registration in one Public Relations. We are also offering a
tailoring assistance to your individual
or an equivalent qualification. qualifications. of the allied health profession disciplines. new MSc Media Management and an
needs. You can contact the team at
Another option is to look at our Institute MSc Digital Campaigning and Content
international@qmu.ac.uk. International
for Global Health and Development Creation.
students considering studying at QMU
(IGHD), which specialises in running
should see pages 24 - 27 of this
A part-time course can help you develop skills relevant You can study for single modules as an associate student, courses that assess health issues
prospectus, as well as visiting the
to the work in which you are currently engaged. as part of your continuing professional development, without affecting developing countries.
Furthering your research skills international students’ section of our
committing to a full degree programme. website.
Our Professional Doctorate will allow
If you are interested in pursuing your
people working in the field of healthcare
research skills we offer a Master of
A master’s degree course normally takes one year to obtain a doctoral qualification.
Research (MRes) which may be of
to complete full-time or up to seven years part-time. interest to graduates in psychology,
Many of our courses include a placement.
sociology, film and media, performing
Sustainable business arts and business, consumer studies,
events and hospitality management.
Some of our courses are available online - see www.qmu.ac. The Queen Margaret Business School Additionally, graduates in medicine, and
uk/study-here/online-learning/ offers a variety of courses. If you have no nursing and allied health professionals
prior business or management who wish to develop their research skills
experience, or your previous studies and knowledge may also find this course
were non-business related, consider the of interest. This master’s degree is for
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Postgraduate
Why QMU?
KEY
study explained SCQF = Scottish Credit
Qualifications Network. For
more information see www.
scqf.org.uk
SCOTCAT = Scottish Credit
Accumulation Transfer
Postgraduate study is • help you acquire valuable new
knowledge and skills; Master’s degree (MA, MSc)
available in a variety of For a master’s degree, you will normally
• update and develop your knowledge
forms. in an area that builds on your complete modules equivalent to 180
credits at SCQF level 11. This will
undergraduate studies or equivalent
prior experiential learning, and comprise:
Taught postgraduate degrees • allow you to move into a brand • core specialist subject modules;
new career (in the case of our
All postgraduate degrees on offer at • research modules;
pre-registration courses). • the core specialist subject; interest. More information on research
QMU are designed to develop the skills
• optional modules and degrees can be found on pages 70-73. PhDs
of analysis, problem-solving and critical
thinking with a strong theoretical basis. • research;
• a dissertation or project equivalent Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees are
Specialist and broad-based courses are Awards offered programmes of academic research
to 60 credits representing 600 • practical teaching (placement) and
available. Generally, our courses have through which students can study a
hours of student work. Master of Research (MRes)
the following features: • Master of Arts (MA)
• a dissertation based on your topic of interest at great depth. These
The dissertation or project can be based chosen topic of applied research in For a Master of Research you will take higher degrees are aimed at students
• modular in structure • Master of Science (MSc)
around your professional work if you are the area of secondary home taught modules (60 credits) and wishing to pursue a range of professional
• Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) in employment. economics teaching and learning. a research project (120 credits). career routes, in particular academia
• flexible delivery formats
and research.
• designed for your ongoing career • Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert)
and personal development Our PhD programme is structured to
Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) Professional Doctorates train you as a researcher with general
• Professional Graduate Diploma in
• dissertation may be work-based Education (PGDE) knowledge of your discipline and
For a postgraduate diploma you will For a postgraduate certificate you will Professional doctorates are higher
in-depth knowledge of your specialist
normally complete modules equivalent normally complete modules equivalent degrees that aim to offer an academic
• research and theory based • Professional Doctorate (ProfDoc) area. Throughout the programme you
to 120 credits at SCQF level 11. This will to 60 credits at SCQF level 11. Modules experience to students through which
will participate predominately in your
• Master of Research (MRes) comprise: will be chosen in consultation with the they can demonstrate high-level
• credit accumulation and transfer independent research, but you will also
course leader. knowledge and professional skills. These
within the SCOTCAT framework participate in research training sessions
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) • core specialist subject modules; degrees comprise both research and
and pass competently through key
• possible choice of optional modules work-based learning modules which
progression stages.
from across the taught • a research module and currently include: Theory and Context
Research degrees of Professional Practice; Development
postgraduate framework Successful completion of a research
Structure • optional modules. and Evaluation of Professional Practice;
Our level of research activity, matched programme includes the submission of a
Many of the courses provide and Doctoral Research (a thesis that single thesis supported by a successful
Courses are modular in structure. by success in gaining external research
opportunities for an exploration of completes the doctoral studies, at SCQF defence of your research during an oral
The majority of individual modules are funds, allows QMU to provide
multi-agency and interdisciplinary issues, Professional Graduate Diploma in level 12). Unlike a PhD, which requires examination. We offer both part-time and
rated at 20 master’s (M) level academic a wide range of areas in which students
drawing on leading research and the Education (PGDE) the submission of a single thesis, a full-time opportunities within our School
credit points: 20 credits is 200 hours of can register for research programmes
experience of current practitioners. professional doctorate is awarded for of Health Sciences and School of Arts,
learning and study. leading to MRes, Prof Doc and PhD.
The various courses on offer have For our PGDE Secondary (Home a portfolio of professional work, Social Science and Management. More
Part-time research degrees, as well as
been designed to: Economics) you will normally complete which would include evidence of information can be found on our
Modules are rated at level 11 on the taught postgraduate courses, offer you
120 credits at SCQF level 10/11. These accomplishment in each module taken, Graduate School website at www.qmu.
Scottish Credit and Qualifications flexible ways to continue your
• develop areas of study relevant to will be gained through successful as well as submission of the thesis. ac.uk/study-here/postgraduate-
Framework (SCQF). professional development. However,
a profession whether in business, completion of modules in: research-study/graduate-school-and-
you may simply want to challenge
healthcare, social sciences, doctoral-research/
yourself and work towards researching
education, media or the creative
an area of personal or professional
industries;
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How we teach
Your learning experience: Giving you a step up
and how you’ll learn
Our teaching is Course delivery
of our developing approach to online
learning involves fostering online
focused on building Courses are delivered flexibly using a
communities of learners. Online learning at
QMU is not a solitary activity. Instead,
your knowledge and variety of delivery formats to help meet
students’ lifestyle/work balance needs.
technology facilitates conversations and a
confidence, developing communal approach to learning. Learning
is interesting, interactive, supportive – and
The delivery options may include:
your problem-solving flexible.
• part-time (days and evenings);
skills, and preparing Online learning has several benefits for our
students. You can study in a flexible way,
you for a successful • block weeks;
balancing your work and family individual course pages on our website.
Staff expertise providing real-life learning External review
career. • weekends; commitments. You can study at your own
pace, at times and places that suit you.
Some courses are also delivered or have
an element of the course delivered at an
• full-time attendance; You can meet and engage with fellow We take pride in ensuring that our All Scottish universities, including QMU,
external partner site. Online courses
students in online seminars. You can teaching is relevant to today’s workplaces are subject to regular periodic external
normally require no campus attendance.
Academic year and timetables • online/distance learning and easily access, revise and review up-to- and prepares students for their chosen review. This is undertaken by the Quality
Please see the individual course entries on
date online materials, informing careers. You will be taught by academic Assurance Agency. The review process is
our website for details.
The Academic Calendar will be available • learning packs and modified staff with in-depth knowledge and called Enhancement-led Institutional
discussions about cutting-edge research
to view at www.qmu.ac.uk/about-the- lectures. experience of their subject area. Our staff Review (ELIR). ELIR focuses on the
and its impact on practice.
university/quality/committees-regulations- ensure that they are up to date with the University’s arrangements for managing
policies-and-procedures/academic- NB Availability of different delivery Teaching and learning activities and latest knowledge, thinking and academic standards and enhancing the
At QMU, online learning provides students
calendar/ methods will vary depending on the assessment methods developments in their field and have quality of the student learning experience.
with access to specialised knowledge, in a
course - please see individual course strong links with industry and professional QMU’s most recent ELIR visit was in
comfortable, friendly, community-based
entries on our website for details of online Teaching and assessment methods vary bodies. Some continue to practice 2018. The outcome was a judgement of
online environment. Online learning is a
delivery. across the named awards, but may professionally in their own areas of effectiveness. This is the highest of three
great solution for learners who need
Duration include essays, case study reports, expertise, while others are involved in possible outcomes. The full ELIR report is
flexibility to allow them to study. As
technology continues to transform the simulations, projects, presentations and world-leading research, shaping future available at www.qaa.ac.uk/reviewing-
A part-time course can be spread over a
way we live, so it will continue to change examinations. discussion and methodologies in their higher-education/quality-assurance-
two or three-year period, but it must be Online learning
the way we learn. profession. You may also be taught by reports/provider?UKPRN=13335337#
completed in no more than seven years,
Online learning at QMU is all about you visiting lecturers from across the globe,
including the dissertation. A full-time
interacting with your fellow learners and Please see individual course entries on our attracted to the University and its location
master’s degree takes one calendar year Class sizes
tutors through online discussions, website for details of online delivery or visit in Scotland’s capital.
of study to complete.
seminars and groupwork. Using videos, www.qmu.ac.uk/study-here/online- Class sizes at QMU vary according to your
podcasts, online chat, quizzes, case learning/ You can find staff profiles on our website
PgDip and MSc courses that lead to course. However, the relatively small size
studies and games, we offer an engaging, by subject at www.qmu.ac.uk/schools-
eligibility to register with a professional of the University means that you can
multi-media student experience. and-divisions/. Please note that our
body normally take between a year and a quickly get to know our staff and fellow
staffing is subject to change.
half and two years to complete on a Location students on your course, while also
full-time basis. Many of QMU’s niche areas of expertise experiencing a range of teaching and
readily lend themselves to online learning. learning opportunities aimed at enhancing
If a course is delivered at QMU, teaching
Please note that international students Online learning offers students across the your overall student experience. You need
will take place in our academic building on
who require a Tier 4 Student Visa are world access to our highly specialised never feel lost in a crowd of students in a
campus. However, if you are following a
restricted to full-time modes of study. knowledge. We call upon a pool of huge lecture theatre. For students
course that includes a practical placement
informed, international experts to share completing an online course, you will be
(see individual courses), this will normally
the latest developments in their subject able to join an online community of
take place off campus. More information
area, discussing issues relevant to our students.
regarding placements can be found on the
learners’ professional lives. The hallmark
12 13
Our teaching aims We aim for our graduates to be: Teaching and learning facilities
Based on student and employer - Traditional lecture theatres and smaller seminar-style classrooms
feedback, we have identified a number of Confident and self-reliant with the Creative problem-solvers who can Teaching
qualities that will put you in a great academic, professional and personal bring together skills of enquiry, spaces - Specialist teaching facilities for students on some of our Health Sciences and Arts courses, including:
position to take advantage of future skills for successful personal and research evidence and critical clinical skills laboratories; biochemistry laboratories; and a clinic
opportunities and which will help you career development. analysis to investigate problems and
- Film and video editing suites
develop throughout your studies. These propose solutions.
qualities are known as our ‘Graduate - A drama studio and spaces
Attributes’ and are set out opposite. - A clinical simulation suite
Positive contributors to building a just Adept at using many sources of
- A range of technology facilities including a TV studio, photographic and graphic studios, and a video
and sustainable society. information to sift, create and share
conference suite
knowledge.
Learning - Open 24 hours a day and forms the heart of our campus
Resource -C
ontains resources and facilities which are an essential support to your learning and teaching at QMU
Professional and ethical employees Lifelong learners who can reflect and Centre
-A
combined facility for directed and independent study, based on integrated library and information service
with an understanding of how other build on their experiences to achieve provision
fields relate to and work with their success.
own. -M
ore than 1,000 study spaces are available with a variety of social, quiet and silent study areas and
bookable group study rooms
-A
ccess to a range of books and journals, both print and electronic, other electronic resources and audio
visual material to support your studies
-H
elp and support for users is provided
-L
iaison librarians make sure you are trained in accessing the wide range of electronic resources available to
support your learning
Assistive -D
esigned to meet the needs of students with disabilities
Technology -C
ontains a range of assistive software, ergonomic and accessible peripherals, and adaptive furniture
Room
Computing -S
tudy spaces offer access to the QMU networked IT and research facilities via cutting-edge
facilities thin-client technology
-E
ach terminal provides access to up-to-date software including the Microsoft Office applications suite,
subject-specific specialist applications, and internet and email access via our own high-speed network
-A
ccess to high-quality printing, copying and scanning, and a variety of academic and research software
-A
ll rooms in our student accommodation offer high-speed wireless internet access
-O
ur ‘Remote Desktop’ service enables you to access the majority of applications and electronic resources
off campus wherever an internet connection is available
Effective -S
upports you in developing and enhancing your learning strategies and skills for university study
Learning -O
ffers informal workshops as well as one-to-one appointments offering individual guidance and advice on a
Service range of topics including essay writing, referencing and exam preparation skills. Provides specialist English
language support for international students
-O
ffers easily accessible study resources
14 15
Continuing professional
Your learning experience: Giving you a step up
development: single module
and short course study
Whatever qualification
you’re considering,
remember that QMU
is committed to
continuing professional
development (CPD)
and we will always
have something more
to offer you in terms
of further study and
developing your career.
Single module study
You do not have to commit to a full
named award (eg MSc, MA etc). You can
opt to study individual modules from
many of the courses listed in this
prospectus. As little as one module Please contact the programme leader, If you complete a CPD course and then
listed on the individual course pages on Delivery Associate students decide that you would like to continue
will enable you to further your knowledge
in your chosen area. our website to find out which modules towards a postgraduate qualification,
The delivery of modules and tailored If you opt to study for a single module
are particularly suitable for studying as a the credit you have gained as an
short courses may vary (face-to-face or decide to complete a named short
Satisfactory completion of a module stand-alone option. associate student may count towards
teaching, block attendance or online course, you will be matriculated as an
(including assessments) can provide a named qualification. This will depend
learning). Some courses are also associate postgraduate student. As an
credit towards a postgraduate award, on the CPD course you have undertaken
described as ‘blended’ featuring associate student you will have the same
for which you subsequently register. and the nature of the award you wish
Short courses face-to-face sessions at the beginning of access to all of QMU’s student learning
This option can be particularly useful for to pursue.
the course, followed by paper or and information technology services as
those returning to study after many years
We also offer short courses developed web-based learning materials. all other students, as well as support
in work. If you haven’t used your study MORE INFO:
especially for CPD purposes. Those from the course co-ordinators and
skills for a while, or you want to try out Contact the programme leaders
offered by QMU are mostly (but not lecturers. This means that for nurses
study at QMU before committing yourself highlighted on each course entry on our
exclusively) in the area of the allied health and allied health professionals, for
to a full named award, you can start with website. Visit www.qmu.ac.uk/study-
professions (AHPs) and are available to example, you are able to meet your
a single module to build your confidence here/course-a-z/?tab=postgraduate to
view on our website www.qmu.ac.uk/ professional requirements for maintaining
and prepare you for further study. access our A-Z of postgraduate courses.
study-here/continuing-professional- your competence as a registered
development-cpd-courses/ practitioner whilst studying.
16 17Preparing you
Your learning experience: Giving you a step up
for employment:
placements, careers
and employability, and
start-up support “We benefited greatly
from the Business
Innovation Zone.
Aside from free access
If you are considering Our professionally relevant courses aim
to enhance the everyday lives of Careers and Student Employment
As a QMU graduate you will be able to The Business Innovation Zone provides
to office space and
continue to receive support from us business incubation space for QMU’s
postgraduate study, individuals. By choosing to study at Service
throughout your career. start-up companies, including desk space,
you probably already
QMU, you are preparing yourself for a
You may have clear ideas about your meeting facilities and easy access to equipment,
career that provides job satisfaction and Business Gateway services.
chosen career. On the other hand, you
have a clear view of contributes to the wellbeing of society.
may be uncertain which direction to take Internships and project funds For more information on the Business we also received
or even what your options are.
how you’d like your With the job market becoming
Initiatives available at QMU, such as
Innovation Zone, visit our website at www.
current career to
increasingly competitive, we want to
ensure that our graduates are fully
Our Careers and Employability service internships and special funds, enable
qmu.ac.uk/services-for-business-and- advice from experts
supports all students regardless of degree industry/business-innovation-zone-
equipped with the knowledge and skills students to enhance their learning
progress or are required to progress in their chosen field.
discipline, level of study, or stage in career experience, build their confidence, and
entrepreneurship/
from Business
planning. Our team of professionally expand their horizons and their
exploring ways of qualified advisers work closely with each employability. See pages 20-21 for more
Gateway, as well
changing career. Your career options
subject area to ensure that support is
tailored to your needs.
infromation on this.
Whatever your The Employability Centre provides a
as academic
Many of our postgraduate courses are
intention, we offer the aimed at those already working in a comfortable space to conduct your career Business Gateway and the Business
specific field, enhancing their ability to gain research and to chat with members of the Innovation Zone and support staff
support you need to promotion or move into a management careers team on a ‘drop-in’ basis. You
develop your career. position. As our pre-registration courses
allow people to move into a brand new
can attend seminars and workshops on
topics such as CV writing and preparing
QMU is the first Scottish university to have
an on-campus Business Gateway service. at Queen Margaret
field, graduates from these should expect for interviews and our annual recruitment Located within QMU’s Business
to start in a junior position, although fair puts you directly in touch with Innovation Zone, the Business Gateway University.”
career progression can often be employers. You will also be able to access offers advice and support to students who
accelerated. the University’s learning intranet platform, are interested in developing as
and QMU’s Careers and Employability entrepreneurs and setting up their own Michal Korzonek
Facebook and Twitter accounts. In businesses. BA (Hons) Film and Media graduate
addition, our QMU online vacancy service
provides you with access to part-time
jobs, seasonal work, voluntary work,
internships and graduate opportunities.
18 19Your personal
Your learning experience: Giving you a step up
development:
extracurricular
learning opportunities
Initiatives, including Debra said: “I gained valuable experience
working with people in an outpatient
Fund to attend the Experimental Biology
Meeting in San Diego, USA.
Commenting on her internship with GSK
Katie said: “I was delighted to be given Santander Universities Internships
Whether students are continuing their
personal development, building on their
internships and special mental health setting in Victoria Hospital. I this opportunity as it opened exciting new
Through the Santander Universities SME
knowledge or expanding their horizons,
found this to be very beneficial to my For more information on the Vice- doors. I learnt so much! Not only were the Student Development Fund helps
funds, enable students learning, particularly the time I spent with Chancellor’s International Travel Fund, visit GSK incredibly supportive in my learning
Internship Programme, QMU offers a
variety of paid internships with SMEs
them to take advantage of a unique
our website at www.qmu.ac.uk/
to enhance their the therapeutic recreation specialists,
behaviour analyst and music therapist.” alumni-and-friends/funding-opportunities-
and development, but the Saltire team
also ensured that I had access to external
(small to medium-sized enterprises) from
opportunity. The Fund is designed to
support only those projects, initiatives and
across a wide range of sectors. These
learning experience, for-current-students networking opportunities, which will be
internships give our students and
activities which would not happen without
Neil McLeod, a first year film and media invaluable for the future. I would definitely additional financial support. The Student
build their confidence, student, applied to the Vice-Chancellor’s encourage other QMU students to apply
graduates the chance to secure valuable
workplace experience, gain insight into
Development Fund is an ‘opportunities
International Travel Fund to help finance
improve their his travel and living costs as part of the
The Saltire Scholar Internship
for the Scholarship.”
the relevant industries, put theoretical
fund’ supported by donations from QMU
graduates, staff and friends. The Fund can
Programme knowledge into practice and work on
employability and Study China Programme. For more information on the Saltire
Scholar Internship Programme, visit real-live projects and build professional
help students make the most of their time
The Saltire Foundation provides paid at QMU. All students are eligible to apply.
broaden their horizons. His successful application to the Fund
internships in international businesses to
www.entrepreneurialscotland.com/ networks. For further information about
Santander Internships, please see
allowed him to study Chinese history and saltire-scholar-internship-programme For more information on the Student
Scotland’s most talented students – an opportunities for students and graduates
culture, as well as learn Mandarin in Development Fund, visit our website at
opportunity to which they may not on our website at www.qmu.ac.uk/
Shanghai last summer. www.qmu.ac.uk/alumni-and-friends/
The Vice-Chancellor’s International Travel otherwise have access. alumni-and-friends/funding-opportunities- funding-opportunities-for-current-students
Fund Neil said: “This was a huge opportunity Santander Universities Scholarships for-current-students
Katie Graves-Morris, an applied
and I was extremely excited to be a part This is just a selection of the numerous
The Vice-Chancellor’s International Travel pharmacology student completed a Santander Universities provides a range of
of it. I’m honoured to have received an opportunities available.
Fund was set up in 2010 with the sole aim communications internship with global outstanding opportunities for QMU
award from the Vice-Chancellor’s Fund.
of broadening our students’ horizons by healthcare company, GlaxoSmithKline students through a variety of scholarships, The Student Development Fund
Without it, I would have not been able to
providing the means to travel abroad to (GSK), thanks to Entrepreneurial bursaries and awards. These include
fund my time with the Study China Grants from QMU’s Student Development
embrace new cultures and experiences. Scotland’s Saltire Scholar Internship generous scholarships for new and
Programme.” Fund are designed to support specific
These overseas projects enrich students’ Programme. existing students, awards for overseas
research or student opportunities, and student-led projects, initiatives and
academic experience, broaden their Other recipients of awards included Niamh
Katie spent nine weeks as part of the grants for community projects involving activities which have a positive benefit for
outlook on the world and help them to Allum, an occupational therapy student,
communications team at GSK in students. For further information about the student and/or the University.
make a real contribution to their field or to who also completed an eight-week
serving society’s needs. Montrose, Angus, where she worked on Santander Opportunities, please see our
placement in an outpatient mental health
improving graduate recruitment and website at www.qmu.ac.uk/alumni-and-
setting in Victoria Hospital, Ontario,
This financial support enabled Debra retainment. She then spent the final week friends/funding-opportunities-for-current-
Canada. Bernadette Dooley, MSc
Rickett, an occupational therapy student, of her internship at the GSK headquarters students
Gastronomy student, used the award to
to take up a placement in Canada at the in London as part of the company’s
visit Ostersund, Sweden, to collect data to
Veterans’ Care Programme at Parkwood Leadership Week.
investigate the Swedish National Centre
Hospital in London, Ontario. Debra for Small Scale Artisan Food Processing
worked with the residents, both men and (Eldrimmer). Grace Farhat, a PhD Public
women, who were veterans of the Second Health Nutrition student, received the
World War and Korean War. Vice-Chancellor’s International Travel
20 21Your learning experience: Giving you a step up
Helping you succeed:
student support
services
We provide high-quality Disability Post-entry services Funding Worship and Reflection Useful contacts/
facilities in which to We aim to support all students in our If you decide that QMU is the right choice Our Student Funding Adviser provides There is a contemplation room on more information
study, and excellent diverse learning community to participate
fully in their studies and university life. For
for you, there are further services and
facilities available once you commence
information on the funding available to
you while you are studying. In addition,
campus which is open to all students for
prayer and quiet contemplation and is
Student Services
support services, to students with disabilities such as sensory your studies. The majority of these are advice can be given to students designed to reflect the multi-faith nature
W: www.qmu.ac.uk/study-here/
student-services/
impairments, medical conditions, mobility located in one central area within the regarding support that may be available if of the staff and students at QMU. We
ensure you have an issues, mental health difficulties and University’s academic building, providing they encounter financial difficulties — for also work closely with St Albert’s Careers and Employability
a one-stop shop for all your needs.
all-round positive specific learning difficulties such as
dyslexia, we offer a wide range of
example, childcare funding and
discretionary funds. For more information
Catholic Chaplaincy at the University of
Edinburgh, which is located at 23-24
W: www.qmu.ac.uk/campus-life/
careers-and-employability/
experience during your support. If you would like to find out on funding, see pages 80-81. George Square and is open all day.
more information, or arrange a personal
student journey. and confidential phone call or meeting,
Careers and Employability Counselling
W: www.qmu.ac.uk/study-here/
please contact a Disability Adviser (see Our Careers and Employability Service is student-services/counselling-service/
Counselling Learning Resource Centre and Effective
contact details on opposite page). your one-stop shop for information,
Learning Service
Pre-entry services It is helpful to contact a Disability Adviser
advice and guidance on all matters The Counselling Service offers Disability Service
related to your career. The service assists confidential one-to-one, professional, The Learning Resource Centre and W: www.qmu.ac.uk/study-here/
If you are contemplating postgraduate as soon as you have firmly accepted an you in finding employment during your student-services/disability-service
short-term counselling for any emotional Effective Learning Service provide a range
study, we recognise that it’s not only unconditional offer of a place on a course degree and after graduation. Advisers are E: disabilityadvisers@qmu.ac.uk
or psychological issue affecting your of facilities and services to support your
information about the course that you at QMU. This helps to provide us with pleased to help you make decisions academic work or your general health learning needs. These include 24-hour
need. Everybody’s circumstances are useful information so we can begin to about your career and support you in Student Funding
and wellbeing. access to printed and electronic resources
different and new students may have to put arrangements in place for you as making successful applications. Our W: www.qmu.ac.uk/study-here/
and access to group and individual help on
consider issues such as finance, childcare soon as possible. employability centre provides a student-services/funding-advice-service/
enhancing your study techniques.
or disability. We are well aware that you comfortable space in which to conduct E: studentfunding@qmu.ac.uk
will require information on these areas your careers research and to chat with Wellbeing
before making your final choice. Staff members of the team on a drop-in basis. Effective Learning Service
Funding W: www.qmu.ac.uk/study-here/
within our Student Services team are For more information, see pages 18-19. Our Wellbeing Service offers support for Personal Academic Tutor
available to ensure you obtain all the your mental, emotional and physical student-services/effective-learning-
Our Student Funding Adviser provides
information you need before and during wellbeing and facilitates building up Each student is assigned a Personal service-els/
information on the funding that will be
the decision-making process to come to resilience and healthy living to support Academic Tutor (PAT) who will help guide
available to you to support your studies Learning Resource Centre
university. You can make contact with any Disability you on your journey through University. you through your studies. Your PAT will
— this may include student loans , W: www.qmu.ac.uk/study-here/
of the services highlighted on this page by We can offer advice on help and support normally be your main source of advice
scholarships and childcare funds. For Working closely with a network of key learning-facilities/library/
phone, email or in person to discuss for mental health issues. In addition, our and guidance relating to your academic
more information on funding and how to academic and non-academic staff, we can
issues in a confidential and accessible Stay-on-Course Programme provides studies.
contact the Funding Adviser, see pages offer reasonable adjustments and Wellbeing
manner, before or during the application rapid support to students identified as
80-81. assessment arrangements, as well as W: www.qmu.ac.uk/study-here/
process. needing help through monitoring
providing guidance for eligible students academic engagement and referrals from student-services/wellbeing-service
about Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) School Office E: wellbeing@qmu.ac.uk
staff and students.
funding. DSA Needs Assessments can be
arranged, as can specific one-to-one The expert team within QMU’s School St Albert Chaplaincy
support such as note-takers or individual Office provides a bridge between you W: http://scotland.op/org
dyslexia tutors where appropriate. For Health and your academic subject area. Staff in T: +44 (0)131 650 0900
more information about DSA please the School Office will be able to assist
contact the Disability Advisers. QMU works in partnership with local with timetabling or general subject area
medical practices to ensure you can queries, receive and return assignments
access NHS services when you need and make contact with lecturers or tutors
them. on your behalf.
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