Professional Development by Negotiated Studies (Top-Up) BA/BSc (Level 6 only)

Join us for an Applicant Day to meet current students, learn more about the University and get a taste of student life so you can decide if Chester is right for you. Our course will enable you to 'learn while you earn'. We recognise that in the modern world learning does not just take place in classrooms and lecture theatres – the workplace itself is increasingly an important site of knowledge generation. So if you are a working professional and feel that you deserve academic reward for your hands-on learning through your everyday work, this may be the course you are looking for. And as it is focused on knowledge and skills acquisition, it can also significantly enhance your professional development and career progression.

Home Students International/EU Students There are no formal entry requirements for undergraduate courses, although determination, commitment and self direction are needed.

IELTS Academic 6.0 overall (min 5.5 in each sub-skill) or approved SELT equivalent

International students: £14,950 per year for a full-time course* (2026/27) — More on International fees

UK students: £9,790 per year for a full-time course (2026/27) — More on UK fees

UK/Home: £9,790 per year for a full-time course (2026/27) — More on UK fees

International: £14,950 per year for a full-time course* (2026/27) — More on International fees

May 2026, Sept 2026

UCAS deadline (equal consideration); UCAS Extra: from late February; Clearing: from July 2026

• Queen’s Park, Chester, United Kingdom