School of Social Science - Birkbeck University of London courses

...had some experience but want to further develop their theoretical and practical knowledge in GISc. These programmes are tailored for people without previous GIS experience...

...We are committed to an ongoing programme of innovation in teaching and research, which makes extensive use of a sophisticated IT base. Staff specialise...

...disciplines with an awareness of the practical implications of those disciplines. All academic staff are active in state-of-the-art teaching and research...

...the individual and society at large. Teaching and research are characterised by a strong cross-linguistic perspective, with academic staff combining...

...Applied linguistics has been taught at Birkbeck for over 30 years, making this one of the oldest departments in the world, by leading researchers in the field...

...skills necessary to proceed to careers in various fields. The programme values the importance of bridging the gap between theory and practice in the field...

...MA Communication Part-Time Programme Why study this course at Birkbeck? Opportunity to raise communicative awareness and competence and reflect upon one's...

...In cases of non-standard applications, applicants will be required to produce evidence of academic writing skills and may be required to attend an interview...

...Multidisciplinary programme bringing together applied linguistics, language studies, communication studies and business studies. Seeks to bridge the...

...values the importance of bridging the gap between theory and practice and is structured to reflect the fine balance between the two. You take two...

...skills and aptitudes necessary to undertake advanced studies in language teaching at doctoral level. MA Language Teaching Part-Time Programme This programme...

...a good coverage of the curriculum and the full range of learning outcomes and to bring together knowledge and skills learnt in different taught modules...

...training and expertise. If English is not your first language, you will need an English language qualification (IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 575, computer-based TOEFL...

...areas and the wider countryside. Consider the needs and behaviour of people (residents, workers, visitors). Explain the structure and operation of relevant...

...and the social and legislative framework within which it is managed. Objectives On successful completion of this course, you should be able...

...or who has an interest in cultures of childhood. Develop the skills needed to produce high-quality independent research. Dissertation research in a relevant...

...This programme aims to provide you with a critical historical and international perspective on the construction of childhood, and to enable you to understand...

...suitable for anyone who wishes to develop a deeper understanding of the key drivers of environmental policy developments in the UK and internationally...

...The programmes aim to: Introduce students to the principles and applications of GISc at an advanced level through the development of scientific knowledge...

...work on implementation strategies in research, professional practice or management situations. The degree is taught via the Internet, to provide lecture/review materials...