MA Careers Education and Coaching

If you aspire to help others chart their future direction, this distinctive masters course is your gateway into fulfilling roles in careers education and coaching.

Why study this course?

• Learn how to design and deliver effective career guidance to make a genuine difference to people’s lives
• Gain your masters degree alongside a high-quality, nationally recognised professional award, the Qualification in Career Development
• Achieve high professional standards: this programme is run in association with the Career Development Institute
• Hone your practical skills and gain fresh perspectives on relevant work-based placements
• Conduct your own research project on a theme which matches your professional interests and ambitions
• Draw on the expertise of our International Centre for Guidance Studies, a world-leading centre which is helping shape the future of the career development profession
• Learn from an enthusiastic and experienced team of staff who are recognised as thought leaders and influencers in this field
• Enjoy maximum flexibility: take this programme on a full-time or part-time basis so that you can fit your studies around your other commitments

Our MA Careers Education and Coaching provides an ideal stepping stone for anyone seeking to enter the career development profession. It should be especially valuable for recent graduates who have studied subjects such as Education, Sociology, Psychology and Social Work and for individuals who are already employed in a variety of relevant roles and settings.

Whether you want to step up the career ladder, change paths or pursue your passion for a subject you love, you can transform your world with postgraduate study at the University of Derby.

Located in the heart of England, Derby has great transport links with the rest of the UK. This central position means that the city has a long-standing reputation for innovation and industry. We have strong connections with a range of regional employers to support your studies through applied learning, guest lectures and other opportunities.

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