Overview

This Career Guidance and Development Postgrad.Dip delivered by the Edinburgh Napier University is accredited by the Career Development Institute and is recognised by the profession throughout the UK.

Key Facts

The programme will equip you with the knowledge and skills to support your clients navigate the complex web of pathways in employment and education and develop their career potential. You will work with young people, adults, parents, teachers, employers and training providers.

You will study the latest developments in career development theory and career counselling and coaching practice as well as undertake work placements and work based learning to prepare you for work in the career development sector.

Career opportunities:

Career Adviser
Guidance Practitioner

Main Employers:

Skills Development Scotland
University Careers Services
Community agencies promoting employability for disadvantaged groups

Accreditation

Accredited by the Career Development Institute and is recognised by the profession throughout the UK.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Career Counselling, Coaching and Development
Career Counselling, Coaching and Development
Career Development Theory
Contemporary Guidance Practice
Education and Labour Markets
Policy and contexts for practice

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-07 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

The entry requirement for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree at 2:2 or above. We look for applicants to have a background in any discipline in order to be eligible for the programme.
We may also consider lesser qualifications if you have sufficient relevant work experience within the industry.
All successful applicants must complete a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or police check.
We welcome applications from students studying a wide range of international qualifications.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

18460 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

7305 GBP / year

≈ 7305 GBP / year

Additional Details

Scotland, England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland £7,305
Overseas and EU £18,460

Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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