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Systems Thinking in Practice

Open University in Ireland

Course code
F47
Level
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Degree - Masters at UK Level 7
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Awarding body
Open University
Duration
3 years part-time study How long it takes Most students study the MSc in Systems Thinking in Practice part-time, completing 60 credits a year over three years. Typically, this means 12–14 study hours each week. You must complete the MSc in Systems Thinking in Practice within eight years.
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Programme summary

This MSc has the development of holistic thinking skills and appreciation of multiple perspectives at its core. Systems thinking skills are relevant in many areas, such as business, development, engineering, environment, health, IT, and organisational change.

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification. However, some option modules do have entry requirements. We’ll ask you to prove you meet them when you register for any of these modules:

  • Financial markets and the financing of organisations (B815)
  • Managing in a changing world (B870)
  • Creating and sustaining value (B872)
  • Principles of social and psychological inquiry (DD801)
  • Advance your independent learning (YXM830) Although this qualification has no entry requirements, we recommend you have:
  • A UK honours degree (or equivalent).
  • Minimum IELTS (International English Language Testing System) scores of: § Reading: 5.5 § Writing: 5.5 § Speaking: 5.5 § Listening: 5.5 § Overall: 6.0. Our free course, Succeeding in postgraduate study, helps you develop the skills and confidence to manage the requirements and demands of postgraduate study.

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