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Further Learning
Further Learning (FL) is the knowledge and understanding that underpins Initial Professional Development. It is required by individual applicants whose initial qualification is not at the correct level for their desired registration type (Masters level for CEng, Bachelors level for IEng). Members who are currently on MPDS should check to see if they are required to undertake Further Learning, as it is a separate requirement from Professional Development competences.
There are three ways of completing Further Learning to top up your initial qualifications:
- A full-time accredited Masters course (updated x4 a year)
- An approved Company Further Learning Scheme (updated regularly)
- An approved Individual Further Learning plan
Individual Plans, can be a combination of academic study and work based learning. Either select pre-approved modules or submit your own choices, using the relevant 'IEng/CEng FL Plan' above.
Further Learning should demonstrate new learning against QAA benchmark statements, and may include the following elements:
- Engineering and Science Deepening
- Technical & Non-Technical Broadening
How is Further Learning Assessed and Achieved?
If completing your own format, your Further Learning plan must demonstrate how your knowledge is assessed and by whom. The Further Learning Guidelines explain the different routes available to achieve this. For any Work Based Learning that you complete this assessment criteria sheet should be used. The assessment must be on knowledge and understanding gained and be against a defined assessment criteria.
Do I Need Further Learning?
Contact the Membership helpline on 0845 226 9191 from the UK or on +44(0)20 7090 1078 from overseas, or complete the Qualification Checker proforma. For specific Further Learning questions, email furtherlearning@imeche.org
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