The MA Advanced Professional Practice at the University of Chichester is designed for experienced professionals seeking to enhance their expertise and gain academic credit for their ongoing professional development. This postgraduate degree offers a flexible pathway to a Master of Arts qualification, allowing you to tailor your studies to specific areas of interest within professions that work with people. You will explore critical aspects of leadership, resilience, and practice education, developing advanced skills in research methods and specialist knowledge relevant to your field. This course is ideal for those aiming to deepen their understanding and impact within social work, health, social care, and education sectors.
Delivered on campus over one year of full-time study, this MA allows you to build towards your qualification incrementally, with options for Postgraduate Certificates and Diplomas as interim awards. You will engage with modules such as Developing Resilience, Leadership and Management, and Research Methods, alongside a significant Practice-Based Project or Dissertation. This hands-on approach ensures you apply theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges. Upon graduation, you will be equipped with advanced analytical and strategic skills, prepared for leadership roles, further specialisation, or career advancement within your chosen professional setting.