MSc Career Coaching

... United Kingdom
... Birkbeck University of London

Course Overview

The career coaching postgraduate program offers a unique combination of in-depth study of career management, counseling, and coaching with practical training in career coaching skills. It includes the development of research skills and the academic study of behavior at work.

This course aims to equip coaches, consultants, HR professionals and those aspiring to work in the field with the skills required for the role of a career coach, coach, or consultant.

This is one of the few courses in London to focus on adult career management and coaching. It attracts individuals working in a wide range of settings and organizational contexts and provides excellent opportunities for peer learning and networking.

Career coaching is an expanding profession, given the changing world of work. Graduates can pursue career paths in:

career management and outplacement agencies

university careers advisory services

human resources

management consultancy

private practice.

We offer a comprehensive Careers Service - Birkbeck Futures - your career partner during your time at Birkbeck and beyond. At every stage of your career journey, we empower you to take ownership of your future, helping you to make the connection between your experience, education, and future ambitions.

General Eligibility

Our standard postgraduate entry requirement is a second-class honors degree (2:2 or above) from a UK university or an equivalent international qualification.

Management development professionals and consultants without a second-class honors degree (2:2 or above) but with suitable professional qualifications and at least five years of significant management experience in a range of organizations may be considered.

Part Time Work Details

n/a

Language Requirement

  • If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, the requirement for this program is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 7.0, with not less than 6.5 in each of the sub-tests.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Teaching and Education


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Campus Name

Central London


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Course Level

Postgraduate


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Duration

Part-Time, 2 years


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Available Intake

October


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IELTS Score

6.5


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Tuition Fees Range

7395,

10905, (INT)


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