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Frequently Asked QuestionsAre <strong>the</strong>re any entry requirements for <strong>the</strong> IPF Certificate and Diploma inProperty Investment?Yes. Applicants should be graduates with at least a 2nd class degree (or equivalent iffrom outside <strong>the</strong> UK) and a minimum <strong>of</strong> three years’ work experience in a relevantindustry. You must be fluent in both written and spoken English (with a minimumIELTS level 7 or higher). Pr<strong>of</strong>essional qualifications are also considered an advantage.What are <strong>the</strong> CPD opportunities <strong>of</strong>fered by <strong>the</strong> IEP modules?For RICS purposes, a three-day module <strong>of</strong>fers at least 18 hours <strong>of</strong> coursework, inaddition to <strong>the</strong> time spent on prior study and on completing <strong>the</strong> post-moduleassignment.Each <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> modules in <strong>the</strong> IEP satisfies 100% <strong>of</strong> a solicitor’s annual unaccredited CPD.I’m really busy at work, how much time should I expect to spend oneach module?We understand that it can be really tough combining study with a full-time job ando<strong>the</strong>r commitments, but it is essential that you find enough time for modulepreparation. Approximately a month before <strong>the</strong> module starts, you will be givenaccess to our online resource site (<strong>the</strong> VLE) where you can download <strong>the</strong> modulehandbook. You are expected to read this at least once before <strong>the</strong> module begins –pre-reading forms an integral part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> course. Occasionally you will be asked todo some additional research and preparation before a module starts. Following yourthree-day classroom-based learning, <strong>the</strong>re will be a take-home assignment for youto complete.Is each course assessed?22Yes. There are two assessed elements to each course: an in-class exam (comprising aseries <strong>of</strong> questions) and a take-home assignment (normally in essay form). To pass <strong>the</strong>module, you must achieve an aggregate mark <strong>of</strong> 50%. If you are not intending tostudy for <strong>the</strong> IPF Certificate or Diploma, assessment is not compulsory.www.ice.cam.ac.uk/ipf

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