25 July 2026
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Isle of Man News

Your Path, Your Pace

Flexible work-based degrees and masters programmes, that are available at UCM, are enabling people to study at their own pace.

Whether it’s a BA, BSc or Masters, this flexible framework allows you to design a personalised pathway to fit around your life and your profession.

Plus, you may be able to receive academic credit for the relevant knowledge and skills experience you already have gained in the workplace.

Your Pace

Students negotiate the final title of their degree to ensure it fully reflects their chosen area of study and expertise.

“Teaching on the WBIS framework is incredibly rewarding because it’s all about facilitating students to shape their own learning journey and realising the potential of their workplace to achieve that learning.

Gail Corrin, Higher Education Manager at UCM.

“Seeing them grow in confidence, apply their knowledge in real-world settings, and achieve their goals right here on the Island, is what makes this programme so special,” Gail added.

Support

No need to worry about feeling lost or overwhelmed, from day one, you will have a personal academic tutor.

They’ll help you design your learning plan, support your work-based projects, and cheer you on through every step of your journey.

You will also have access to engaging face-to-face workshops to kickstart your learning, plus the University of Chester’s, who validate UCM’s degrees, a virtual learning environment and both UCM’s and Chester’s large range of e-resources.

Stay on Island

Studying via the WBIS pathway at UCM means you don’t have to leave home to chase your goals.

With small classes, students will receive plenty of one-on-one support and the chance to build strong connections with other local industry experts.

You can find out more here.

Charlie Morrey is a Broadcast & Multi Media Journalist for Manx.News and also is a Presenter on Energy FM. Charlie has previously written for Isle of Man Newspapers, magazines and also started her broadcasting career with Manx Radio.

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