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MA - Master of Arts
Online
Part Time
JAN
3 Years
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MA - Master of Arts
Online
Part Time
JAN
3 Years
MA - Master of Arts
Online
Part Time
OCT-26
3 Years
MA - Master of Arts
Online
Part Time
APR-26
3 Years
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The Professional Practice: Leadership in Emergency Services (LES) (Distance Learning, Part-Time) is a specialised master’s programme designed for professionals working in emergency services, disaster response, crisis management, and public safety. This fully online, work-based degree is tailored to help firefighters, paramedics, police officers, and emergency planners develop strategic leadership skills while continuing their vital work.Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application, students will explore crisis response, risk management, inter-agency collaboration, and resilience planning. This degree enables learners to apply contemporary leadership strategies directly to their roles, improving decision-making and operational efficiency in high-pressure environments.The programme is highly flexible, allowing students to choose modules relevant to their specific emergency services sector. A key advantage is the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) pathway, which acknowledges previous training and operational experience, allowing students to gain credits and accelerate their studies.
Minimum of 5 years level-appropriate work-based or voluntary experience. Alternative entry routes Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCert). This is the first part of the full Masters degree. Once you have successfully completed your PGCert studies, you will be eligible to progress for the remainder of the Masters degree. These are ideal routes if you are returning to study after a gap, or if you have not previously studied this subject, or if you did not achieve the grades you need for a place on this degree.
Students living in
Domestic
£1,800 per year
Students from Domestic
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£2,000 per year
Students from EU
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£2,000 per year
Students from International
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