Short Courses and CPD

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Our short courses and CPD offer professional development training which enhances learners' knowledge and skills, boosting career progression. We offer CPD courses at our London campus, through online distance learning, and as a combination of both.

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Our range of CPD opportunities includes:

Non-credit bearing: bite size, study days, short courses
Credit bearing: stand-alone CPD modules and programmes, available at undergraduate and postgraduate level
Recognition of prior learning (RPL)
Organisational accreditation of in-house provision
Bespoke provision designed to meet specific organisational workforce development.

Why choose our CPD and short courses?

Expert-led content

Our CPD modules are developed and delivered by industry experts and thought leaders. We have an extensive track record of working with the biggest and most respected public and private sector organisations in the UK and Europe. You will benefit from real-world insights and cutting-edge research.

Flexible learning

We understand the demands of a busy professional life. Our CPD programmes offer flexibility from bite-size learning to stackable credits allowing you to shape your study path.

Student support

However your CPD is delivered, whether online, face-to-face, or a combination of both, you will benefit from one-to-one and group support from your tutor, and peer support from your colleagues.

Industry links

Our expert academic staff work with senior management within a range of industries to devise and deliver bespoke training courses that lead to tangible benefits.

Enhance your career

Invest in yourself to learn a new skill or to ensure that your professional registration requirements are met.

Subject areas

We offer CPD and short courses across the university's area of expertise. Our provision includes:

Healthcare, education and social work (learn more about healthcare CPD at Middlesex)
Art, creativity and design
Business and law
Science and technology

We also offer pre-sessional English courses.

Professional development training for your staff

We work with local authorities and schools as well as NHS trusts, businesses and professional bodies to deliver CPD and executive education which strengthens skills and supports communities while driving positive change. Our civic partnerships and accredited, professionally recognised programmes reflect the trust placed in us to provide high quality, practice-focused learning with real impact.

Through our partnerships, we have developed a number of courses that ensure staff are able to adapt to changing industries, learn relevant skills, and become efficient managers.

CPD within your organisation

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