Academic Level
Postgraduate Studies with CeDEP
All CeDEP courses are taught to Master’s level, which involves building upon existing knowledge and understanding typically associated with the Bachelor’s level or its equivalent. The approach to study at Master's level should involve:
- originality in developing and/or applying ideas, and extending or enhancing previous learning
- application of knowledge and understanding, including problem solving in new or unfamiliar environments within broader (or multidisciplinary) contexts
- integration of knowledge and handling of complexity
- formulating judgements with incomplete or limited information, including reflection on social and ethical responsibilities
- clear and unambiguous communication of conclusions, and the knowledge and rationale underpinning these, to specialist and non-specialist audiences
- learning skills to study in a manner that may be largely self-directed or autonomous
Prospective students should note that distance education of this kind demands a high degree of commitment, determination and self-discipline. Whilst CeDEP provides significant support through the tutorial system and by other means, students taking on programmes of this nature should possess a strong measure of self-reliance.
Competency in English
It is important to note that studying with us requires a high level of English language ability in reading, writing and study skills. This should be at least equivalent to a score of 7.0 in the IELTS test or a score of 600 in the TOEFL paper-based test (PBT) or 100 in the TOEFL Internet test (iBT). Applicants will be asked to provide evidence of language ability as tested by the British Council or another registered body.
