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€9,069.30total
1268 PointsDuration
2 Years
Language
English
Start date
Jan 2026
Program Description
On this Master in Career Development and Employability (MA), students will have the opportunity to develop an understanding of critical reflection and how to employ independent learning strategies to enable them to evaluate and inform their professional practice.
They’ll also develop and deepen your knowledge and understanding of educational research. This course is for those seeking a professional qualification in Career Guidance. They will have the opportunity to take the Qualification in Career Development (QCD) - the nationally recognised professional qualification awarded by the Career Development Institute (CDI) - alongside the Master's qualification. They will learn about policy, practice and theories underpinning career guidance, equality and diversity, partnership working and research-based practice.
91.3% of graduates are in employment.
They’ll also develop and deepen your knowledge and understanding of educational research. This course is for those seeking a professional qualification in Career Guidance. They will have the opportunity to take the Qualification in Career Development (QCD) - the nationally recognised professional qualification awarded by the Career Development Institute (CDI) - alongside the Master's qualification. They will learn about policy, practice and theories underpinning career guidance, equality and diversity, partnership working and research-based practice.
91.3% of graduates are in employment.
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Why choose this program?
- The course can lead to a wide variety of interesting and rewarding career prospects in the career guidance and development sector including higher and further education careers and employability services, secondary education and third sector organisations. You can find out more via the CDI
- Successful completion of the course can result in the Career Development Institute approved career guidance professional qualification (the Qualification in Career Development or QCD).
- Students willl study 100% online which gives you the flexibility to work at your own pace and fit your studies alongside other work and home commitments.
- Students who do not wish to commit to the full MA may choose to study the Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip) which also leads to the award of the QCD.
- Huddersfield has been teaching career guidance courses for over 40 years and has established a strong national reputation in the sector. You’ll also have access to our extensive professional and academic network which feeds directly into course design and delivery and to excellent facilities and specialist equipment.
- This course is open to graduates from any discipline, as well as applicants with a professional qualification and/or suitable experience.
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