Queen's University has launched a range of part-time courses for those who want to sharpen their skills, but don’t have the time or resources to invest in full-time education. Courses at all levels across a wide range of areas, from Management and Human Resources, to Community Development and Counselling, are on offer at Queen’s School of Education.
Professor Tony Gallagher, Head of the School of Education said:
"What better way to meet the challenge of these difficult economic times than to grasp the initiative and upgrade your skills base? Part-time learning can open the door to new opportunities, improve your career prospects and increase your earning potential.
“If you are considering a new career path, or you want to enhance your chances of promotion, studying part-time is the ideal solution. Cost-effective and flexible, it can accommodate the busiest of lifestyles. We allow you to work at a pace that suits you, so that you can balance your studies with your existing work and home life.
“People who already have jobs, careers and families sometimes feel that there are gaps in their professional or personal lives that could be filled by returning to education. However, because of their already busy lifestyles, they don’t feel able to commit to a full-time university course.
“Part-time study at Queen’s offers these people the opportunity to gain a qualification from one of the most respected universities in the UK, whilst continuing with their lives at home and in the workplace.
“From those who already have a degree to those who are coming to university for the first time, Queen’s has a part-time course to suit everyone. There are over 40 courses to choose from and each one comes with the guarantee of excellence that distinguishes the standard of teaching and facilities at Queen’s.
“If you want to achieve your educational goals, develop your career and enrich your life, take a look at Queen’s part-time courses brochure at www.qub.ac.uk/edu identify the course that’s right for you and submit your application before 12 June 2009."
Martina Carey from Queen's School of Education encourages people to sharpen their skills with part-time learning at Queen's.
Alistair Stewart is studying for a Master’s in Organisation and Management. Alistair said: "I am doing this course primarily to boost my career development. It covers everything from marketing, to human resources, to finance and project management. Lectures from industry experts allow us to see how all the theory works in practice. There are two classes per week, with the rest of the course based on assignments, presentations and exams. This allows those on the course - who work in the private, public and voluntary sectors - to balance their studies with other commitments in work and at home."
To find out more visit www.qub.ac.uk/edu email the School of Education at education@qub.ac.uk or telephone 028 9097 5941/3323.
More information will be available at the School of Education Open Day on Thursday 21 May at 20 College Green, Belfast.
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