HASC - Proyecto Kalú

1. Who issues the course qualifications? What approval and validity do they have?
2. How do the different qualifications relate to one another?
3. What is a Master's Degree?
4. Under what circumstances are bursaries awarded?
5. If a student is registered with the expectancy of a bursary which is later not awarded will the deposit be refunded?
6. Are any academic qualifications required to join the courses?
7. Where do these courses take place?
8. Can I study on paper or solely using the monitor?
9. How long does it take to complete the Master’s Degree in International Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid and what are the class times?
10. Are there fixed periods for completing work, exercises and tests or does the student work at their own pace?
11. Will all people registered who meet the bursaries requirements be able to access them?
12. How were the courses designed?
13. How often are the courses registrations open?
14. Who finances Project Kalu?

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   Who issues the course qualifications? What approval and validity do they have?

   On successful completion of each course, a private (non-official) qualification from Project Kalu is awarded. The qualifications are increasingly recognised among NGOs given that the content and methodology of the courses offered by Project Kalu are well suited to their requirements. The validity of Proyecto Kalu qualifications for recruitment processes depends on the particularities of the institution or organisation.

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   How do the different qualifications relate to one another?

   Although a single, global academic system does not exist, the logical order of study is as follows:
   1. Diploma, technical level - Official
   2. Bachelor’s Degree, professional level - Official
   3. Expert Course - Unofficial
   4. Master’s Degree or Diploma - Unofficial
   5. Official Masters Degree - Official
   6. Doctorate - Official
   Shorter/specific courses and seminars can be studied at any time.

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   What is a Master's Degree?

   According to the University of Salamanca, a Master’s degree programme provides additional training which complements the student’s existing knowledge base and improves their educational profile. Both private and public universities may award official Master’s degrees, and non-university organizations may award private ones. A wide variety of Master’s programmes is offered by numerous institutions, and at present a standard framework does not exist in which the different programmes might be aligned, regulated or formally validated.

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   Under what circumstances are bursaries awarded?

   The bursaries conditions are described at http://proyectokalu.com/payments-scholarships/scholarships/

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   If a student is registered with the expectancy of a bursary which is later not awarded will the deposit be refunded?

   Yes.
   The student who does not receive a bursary may request the refund of the amount paid minus the bank transfer charges. Full refunds will not be made for any other reasons.

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   Are any academic qualifications required to join the courses?

   We recommend that you have a university qualification, some professional experience, or at least to be in your final years of university studies.
   However, as the Proyecto Kalu Master’s degree is offered by a private institution, there are no particular requirements for official qualifications.
   We do recommend basic skills in computer and internet use as all material is digitally formatted, and navigation through the course is via the website environment.

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   Where do these courses take place?

   All our courses are conducted via internet, you do not have to attend classes in a particular location.

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   Can I study on paper or solely using the monitor?

   A secure internet connection is required but most materials (presentations, study documents, and others) can be printed if required. Videos may only be watched on the computer, and tests are carried out on-line.

   In other words, the computer and internet use on this course is fairly intensive although many parts can be studied on paper if this method is preferred by the student. We do not send printed material.

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   How long does it take to complete the Master’s Degree in International Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid and what are the class times?

   The Master’s degree programme lasts for one year. Within this timeframe the student sets their own rhythm, working faster through some topics and slower in others.
   There are no fixed class times. Presentations and materials are downloaded and studied whenever the user wants.

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    Are there fixed periods for completing work, exercises and tests or does the student work at their own pace?

    The student works at their own pace, completing exercises and tests when he or she chooses, within the overall timeframe of one year.

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    Will all people registered who meet the bursaries requirements be able to access them?

    Bursaries are limited to 40% of the total number of registered students. Those applications entitled to receive one will be selected in order of registration. Registration is considered complete following the first payment.

    It is possible that people who meet the criteria but complete their registration process later will not be awarded a bursary. On the other hand, it is possible that although the 40% quota has been reached, more bursaries are issued under special conditions, normally for NGO students from community organizations in countries receiving international cooperation.

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    How were the courses designed?

    The courses have been designed and produced by an independent team of seven humanitarian professionals, all of whom have over 10 years’ experience in working in development and humanitarian aid and in different NGOs and agencies such as Oxfam, the Red Cross, DG -ECHO, the Spanish Agency for International Cooperation, SNV Holland, MPDL and others.

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    How often are the courses registrations open?

    Registration for the KEY courses is permanently open and the course can be started at any time of the year.
    Registration for the Master's and Expert Courses is normally accepted three times a year. You are advised to check the website for dates and registration instructions.

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    Who finances Project Kalu?

    The financing of Project Kalu is exclusively through registrations and is independent of any NGO or financial backer.

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