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Business and Computer Studies (Learning at Work) MA

University of Portsmouth

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Portsmouth Campus

  • Study mode

    Distance / Online

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1.5 Years

Course summary

On this MA Business and Computer Studies Learning at Work Master's course, you can specialise and enhance your current business and computing knowledge, and develop a more strategic view of organisational management and behaviour.

Because the course is work-based, you need to already be in a full-time, part-time or voluntary role. If you don't have an undergraduate degree, you could still do this postgraduate course if you have several years experience in a responsible position or you have high-level skills through experience that isn't reflected in your qualifications.

Our courses are designed for busy people. You can tailor the course to match your aspirations and your employer's objectives, and negotiate the pace of your studies around your existing commitments. Your work-based projects have flexibility in their submission deadlines, and with no residential requirements you can study wherever is most convenient for you.

You'll get to put the skills you learn to work instantly in your job, contributing to the success of your company. When you complete the course, you'll improve your career prospects and have the skills and knowledge to perform more effectively in your job.

On this course, you'll:
Design your programme of study to match your personal and professional goals, as well as your employer's objectives
Develop your ability to analyse problems, research and propose solutions, and make sound professional judgements when faced with the organisational, financial and management aspects of a business
Take part in work-based learning (WBL) projects that ensure the knowledge you develop is relevant to your employer's business
Get an optional 1-day induction in Portsmouth at the start of the course and have the opportunity to study on campus, if it suits you
Develop your learning plan with the University and your employer, so you can make an effective contribution to your workplace as you learn
Have full access to our student support services and community including study support, sports and recreation facilities, and the Students' Union
Tap in to our Library's electronic resources, which you can access from anywhere with a Web connection
Choose a Workplace Mentor to support your learning – someone at work who can offer advice, guidance, and moral support
Have support from an academic tutor specialising in your area of study and a University learning manager who oversees your programme
Use online tutorials and lectures to help you with study skills, including your analytical and writing skills

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 12,600per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Portsmouth

University of Portsmouth

University of Portsmouth

  • University League Table

    42nd

  • Campus address

    Portsmouth Campus, University House, Winston Churchill Avenue, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2UP, United Kingdom

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Over 5,700 of the university's 24,000 students come from 150 countries around the world.
The University of Portsmouth Global team is dedicated to supporting international students from enquiry, through application and arrival, to graduation.
Facilities at the award-winning Ravelin sports centre include an 8-lane swimming pool, 175-station gym, climbing wall and ski simulator.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Sociology

    39th out of 101 6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    123 58%

    39th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    65.0 65%

    30th

    25

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.13 78%

    29th

    5

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