www.swansea.ac.uk Postgraduate Prospectus 2012

LIFELONG LEARNINGLifelong learning, conceptualisedas holistic in character, embracesformal and informal education, ininstitutional and non-institutionalsettings, ‘from the cradle to thegrave’. Lifelong learning atSwansea University encompassesall areas of post-compulsoryeducation, with a strong emphasison an interdisciplinary approach.The Department of Adult ContinuingEducation welcomes proposals forpostgraduate research projects thatcomplement staff research interests.The MA in Lifelong Learning is designed tomeet the needs of those employed asteachers, lecturers, staff developers orlearning support staff; trainers, designersor managers of training, and careersadvisers. The degree will:• equip you with skills relevant for arewarding career in a range of diversefields• help you to gain transferable skills,including team working, communication,presentation, and analytical skills• prepare you for a research degree.MA Lifelong LearningThe MA in Lifelong Learning is a threeyear,part-time course aimed at anyoneinvolved in supporting, developing andproviding lifelong learning and training,whether in a voluntary or professionalcapacity. The programme examinescurrent issues in lifelong learning andoffers opportunities for critical debateand reflection on theory and practicein the field.Research students are also invited to attendDepartmental research seminars.The programme will be of interest to thosewho are interested in extending theirknowledge of Lifelong Learning forprofessional or private development. It willallow students the opportunity to widentheir knowledge and understanding ofcurrent issues in the field and it offersopportunities for critical debate andreflection on the theory and practice ofLifelong Learning.The course is aimed at mid-careereducation professionals who support,improve or manage adult learning in theworkplace, the community, colleges anduniversities, and training organisations.How the degree is structuredThe programme consists of two parts. PartOne, the taught element, normally lasts twoyears and is made up of six modules. PartTwo, the research element, normally lastsone year and consists of the dissertationmodule.Modules include:• Introduction to Lifelong Learning• Adult Education and Society• Theories and Practice of LifelongLearning• Advice and Guidance in LifelongLearning• Information and CommunicationTechnology and Society• Lifelong Learning, Curriculum andAssessment• Researching Lifelong Learning• Learning Organisations, VocationalEducation and Training• International Perspectives on LifelongLearning (optional).The aim of the dissertation is to providethe opportunity to apply knowledge andunderstanding in the fields of adulteducation and lifelong learning, usingcritical analysis and research skills, to thestudy of particular issues and questionsof interest to the student. Students will worktogether with a supervisor who will guidethem in this independent piece of research.Normally, the dissertation consists of a studyof approximately 20,000 words, whichcan be fieldwork or library-based work.118TAUGHT MASTER’S – GRADUATE DIPLOMA INLAW MASTER'S AND DEGREES LEGAL PRACTICE – LIFELONG COURSE LEARNINGEntry requirementsNormally a good Honours degree in an appropriate discipline.For students returning to formal education, the Department offerssubstantial help and guidance through its specialist Guidance Unit.English Language requirement: IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.5in each component) or Swansea University recognised equivalent.Scholarships and BursariesA range of postgraduate scholarships and bursariesis available. For details, please visit:www.swansea.ac.uk/scholarships/PostgraduateFurther informationWebsite: www.swansea.ac.ukContact the Admissions Tutor:Email: a.v.von.rothkirk@swansea.ac.ukTel: +44 (0)1792 295497Visit the University: see page 182 for detailsApplications can be made online atwww.swansea.ac.uk/applyonline– see pages 184 – 185 for further informationFor details of the research degrees available inLifelong Learning, please see page 54.119TAUGHT MASTER'S MASTER’S DEGREES – – GRADUATE LIFELONG LEARNING DIPLOMA INLAW AND LEGAL PRACTICE COURSE