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Grow your skills and career

On-campus, work-based or distance learning – explore our Short and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses

Whether you want to learn more about a specific area relevant to your career, work towards a university qualification, or develop custom-made training solutions for your organisation, our short CPD (Continuing Professional Development) training and development courses can help.

Many of our short courses and CPD training programmes carry academic credits and award professional accreditation, and we develop our courses and training with researchers and industry experts to meet your needs and ambitions. We’re continuously developing new programmes that are relevant, up-to-date and practical.

We support you to fit your learning around your work commitments and home life, by delivering courses at different times, days and venues. You can study our short courses on campus – where you'll have access to our facilities, equipment and resources – or you can study through distance learning, online at home or at work. 

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Short courses in your industry

Whether you're topping up existing knowledge, looking to accelerate your career by learning new skills, or want to work towards a university qualification at work, short courses are a great option. Browse the courses we're currently running and book your place now.


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