Work-Based Learning (Mediation Studies)
MSSc / POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA
This programme has been developed in collaboration with Mediation Northern Ireland, is for experienced Mediators wishing to develop their critical, reflective practice and to enhance individual, organisational and institutional capacity in the areas of mediation, community cohesion and peace building.
The aim of the programme is to inform students of the theoretical approaches in Mediation and current Mediation issues; to review the use of Mediation as a peace-building tool in Northern Ireland; and to enable students to engage with and address the application of Mediation approaches within both local and international contexts.
The Masters is delivered on the Main Campus at Queen’s University Belfast in two blocks of two and a half days per module, normally from Thursday to Friday 9.30am -6.00pm and Saturday from 10.00am - 1.00pm. A two-day Induction will also be scheduled, prior to the commencement of the course, dates tbc.
Normally, students complete two modules in each academic year (from September to June), for the first two years, please click for Semester dates. Students may opt to complete at this stage and with the requisite number of Credit Points (120), with the award of a Postgraduate Diploma. In Third Year, students undertake a 15 - 20,000 word Dissertation (60 Credit points), by research and frequent meetings with an appointed Supervisor.
Students must fully complete Enrolment and Registration , in person, before the commencement of the course, unless under exceptional circumstances, students who accept an offer of a place will receive details, closer to the time.
| Course Coordinator: | Elda Nikolou-Walker |
| Closing date: | We are no longer accepting applications for 2011-12. |
| Cats (Credit) Points: | 180 at Masters level (MSSc) |
| 120 at Masters level (Postgraduate Diploma) | |
| Typical Fees : |
2011-12: £21 per credit point (Home/ EU students). |
Modules for 2010/ 2011 - (Modules are compulsory):
| Year One | |||
| Semester One | |||
| Work-based Research Methods |
Overview of key work-based research tools with a |
Thur, 6, 27 Oct |
9.30am - 6pm 9.30am - 6pm 10am - 1pm |
| Semester Two | |||
| Historical Overview of Mediation | How contemporary Mediation originated and developed; Medation in NI as a peace-building tool used at each level of conflict and for addressing social dysfunction |
Thur, 2, 23 Feb Fri, 3, 24 Feb Sat, 4, 25 Feb |
9.30am - 6pm 9.30am - 6pm 10am - 1pm |
| Year Two | |||
| Semester One | |||
| Models of Mediative Intervention for Systemic Change |
Students will explore the models used in their workplace and then focus on the development of Systemic Intervention Models in NI; exploration of politics, history and culture: the resources needed to work effectively as a Mediator |
Thur, 6, 27 Oct Fri, 7, 28 Oct Sat, 8, 29 Oct |
9.30am - 6pm 9.30am - 6pm 10am - 1pm |
| Semester Two | |||
| International Dimensions of Mediation |
Including: the development of contexts and models for the modern world; the development of Regional and International networks; the Methodologies for connecting into National and International networks and support systems |
Thur, 2, 23 Feb Fri, 3, 24 Feb Sat, 4, 25 Feb |
9.30am - 6pm 9.30am - 6pm 10am - 1pm |
| Year Three | |||
| Dissertation | Provides opportunity for students to use their new conceptual tools and research skills to be able to write a reflective and analytical piece about learning they have gained in the field |
N/A | N/A |
Assessment: modules are by continuous assessment including projects, assignments, presentations, workplace audits and essays.
The course extends over two to three years of part-time study, the first two years consisting of four taught modules, the third a dissertation of approximately 15,000-20,000 words (equivalent to 60 credits at level M). At the start of the course, participants will spend some time reviewing their own experience and becoming familiar with the concept and philosophy of Work-Based Learning, which underpins the whole course.
Students who complete all four modules successfully may finish at this point with a Postgraduate Diploma in Work-Based Learning (Mediation Studies) and 120 CATS (Credit) points or continue to Year Three and the Dissertation, Graduating with a Masters and the accummulation of 180 CATS points.
Entrance Requirements and Application Procedure -
Applicants should normally have an Upper Second (2:1) class Undergraduate degree and three years relevant experience in the field of Mediation.
Applications will also be considered from non-graduates with a minimum of five years relevant vocational experience in Mediation who hold membership of one of the following: Certified Member of he Mediators' Institute of Ireland or higher (Practitioner Member); Standard Member of the College of Mediators (UK) or higher (Recognised Member); or equivalent recognition by a similar professional standards body. Such applications will be considered on an individual basis with refenece to the University's procedures for Accrediation for Prior Experiential Learning (APEL).
Applicants for whom English is not their first language would normally require either: an IELTS score of 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 575 (paper-based), or 90 (internet-based) or 65% in the INTO English Language Exit Test or an equivalent qualification.
Applicants will be required to attend an interview, where suitability for the course, based on experience and qualifications, will be determined.
Successful applicants will be expected to have work-based access in order to apply the relevant themes of the course to their paid, unpaid and/or voluntary work.
For information on the application procedure and to apply, please click here.
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