Qualifications

An Economic Development Qualification

IED offers a Master of Science degree in Local and Regional Economic Development in collaborationwith the Universities of Coventry, Dundee and Sheffield Hallam. Designed to meet the needs of working practitioners, it is provided entirely through distance learning and the modules can be taken at a pace to suit you.

How it works

Three "core" modules form the basis of the programme and lead to a Certificate. These three are Theory, Dynamics and Processes; Structure, Organisation and Strategies; and Operational Practice. Details are in the Course Guide (see below).

Three further modules take you on to a Diploma. These change from time to time, but currently the options offered are Applied Research Methods and Management; Labour Market Analysis & Policies; Development, Appraisal and Impact; and Working with Communities.

One final module, a dissertation of 15,000 words, when added to the above, leads to a Master of Science degree.

The core modules take at least one academic term each. It may be possible for credit to be given for prior learning for some modules and all our modules carry "CAT" points to give the added advantage of transferability.

What you get

What it costs

The modules cost £800 + VAT each. The total cost of the MSc (7 modules in all) therefore costs £5600 + VAT. Please note that these costs do not include travel and subsistence for the introductory workshops for each module, nor do they include the costs of textbooks and other required reading.

You must pay for each module before you start it but you can pay for any number of modules in advance if this is more convenient.

How to Apply

Download the Course Guide and Application Form from this link or email to trust@ied.co.uk for a printed copy.

Please click on the link to go to the dedicated website about this course Economic Development Distance Learning Consortium